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Samela T.

Pet Care

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I love animals since I was a child. I had two dogs and two cats in my life and I used to take care of a big boxer dog for a family I used to live together in California. Giving her meals, walking with her and playing. I'm willing to meet your pet!

Marihana H. says "Samela is a amazing Dog walker/sitter. She has watched and cared for my 2 dogs and provided them a lots of love. She is very responsible with feeding,...

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Maria G.'s Photo

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
I am an animal lover. I can also train little pups. I am a dog walker based in jersey city mainly but willing to travel. I also board animals at home in case you are on leave or sit at their home.

Care Member says "This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I as we were...

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Part Time Dog, Cat And Pet Care Union County Area

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet walking
I am a pet lover with years of experience walking dogs and caring for cats. I am a Cranford resident and former Microbiologist who has cared for many pets through care. com along with having my own dog. I have also cared for many cats and dogs in my neighborhood and elsewhere . I am responsible, loving, and trustworthy and would...

Care Member says "Linda is lovely! She responded very quickly to my inquiry, and we met up for a meet and greet. I feel comfortable having her come to my home to walk...

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Gianna P.'s Photo

Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a family full of different kinds of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Over the past month, I have taken care of our family's sick 12-pound Jack Russell dog by administering four different medicines daily, and spending time with the dog all day and night. Sadly, the dog has currently just passed...
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West Orange, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Nathalie and I am currently 19 years old. I go to Rutgers University - New Brunswick and currently majoring in Human Resources. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions/concerns.
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Amy N.'s Photo

Jersey City, NJ

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
I have experience in caring for a dog and a cat while owners were away. I administered pills, fed them, and walked them.
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Asia I.'s Photo

Staten Island, NY

from
$20/hr
I'm very responsible and caring when it comes to animals. I have my own cat, so I understand how important it is to keep pets safe, clean, and comfortable.
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Kendall S.'s Photo

Chatham, NJ

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Kendall and I have lots of experience pet sitting and can provide references! I absolutely love dogs and have two golden retrievers at home. I am here for college so I have lots of free time and would love to help with pet sitting! I can stay over at your house if you are away, or I am also free for just...
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Anna O.'s Photo

Fanwood, NJ

from
$30/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Anna and I grew up with both cats and dogs. I am very comfortable with either's company. Regarding dogs, my family has always rescued dogs, specially Great Pyrenees's. In March 2025, I adopted my own pup, Marcy. She is an 11-month-old lab mix who I adore! I am looking forward to meeting your pet!
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Alejandro P.'s Photo

Elizabeth, NJ

from
$18/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a friendly and reliable dog sitter . I love walking, playing and making sure pets feel safe and happy while their owners are away.
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Emm M.'s Photo

Staten Island, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've dog walked a little in the past and have cat sat with my dad before. I enjoy animals and helping people out
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Sage M.'s Photo

I Love Animals!

East Orange, NJ

from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
dog training
grooming
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hi there :) I've raised dozens of pets and cared for plenty times that. I'd love to help care for your furry (or scaly) friend!
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Danielle L.'s Photo

Montclair, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have many years caring for furry friends! I also have two dogs of my own named Ollie and Bodhi. I had a cat name Simbah who passed away in 2021. I also have a salt water reef tank so I am experienced dealing with many different types of pets.
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Jaidah H.'s Photo

Orange, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I've worked with a diverse range of children, including those on the autism spectrum/ various special needs. I take pride in my ability to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where each child can feel secure and supported. My approach focuses on building strong, trusting relationships. With my experience, skills,...
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Elianna W.'s Photo

Jersey City, NJ

from
$23/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Elianna, a passionate dog lover with experience fostering dogs, working with rescues, and caring for pets of my own. I work from home in downtown Jersey City happy to offer overnight stays from my own residence for house trained dogs (40 Lb limit if more than 2 nights) or drop-in visits to feed, walk, exercise, and...
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Stephanie C.'s Photo

Bloomfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
I love all kinds of furry friends! Owner of two dogs and two cats - one beagle and one chihuahua yorkie mix - for the past 7 years, I know how to adjust to different breeds. For example, my beagle Teddy needs more walks and requires more patience since he loves chasing squirrels while Titi, my chihuahua yorkie requires only one...
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Taylor M.'s Photo

Rahway, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Taylor, I am 23 years old and I am a huge animal lover. I have a 2-year-old hound mix that I rescued in December of 2024. I am excited to care, play, and live your pets.
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Faith A.'s Photo

Jersey City, NJ

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
A lifelong animal lover, I offer six years of experience providing attentive pet care. I treat every animal as if they were my own, ensuring a safe and consistent routine. I adhere to feeding schedules and like to keep things clean and secure environment. I am also attentive in observing any signs of distress and will...
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Tymia W.'s Photo

Pet Care

Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
I'm a lover for pets ! I currently care for a dog. Growing up I had a cat and a dog, that's when my love for pets started. I admire the love that pets have for humans. Playing with dogs and cats gives me joy espescially when they are friendly. I decided that I want to meet and experience other pets. Hopefully I'm able to build a...
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Hailey A.'s Photo

Pet Friend

West Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
I am an experienced pet owner, with experience caring for birds, cats and dogs. I have worked at a bird rehabilitation center, as well as assisted in acute care of household pets.
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.58/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Hillside, NJ

Pet Care in Hillside, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Samela T.

Samela is a amazing Dog walker/sitter. She has watched and cared for my 2 dogs and provided them a lots of love. She is very responsible...

- Marihana H.

Maria G.

This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I...

- Care member

Linda R.

Linda is lovely! She responded very quickly to my inquiry, and we met up for a meet and greet. I feel comfortable having her come to my...

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Hillside, NJ

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.58 per hour as of January 2026. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.

There are 12 pet care providers in Hillside, NJ offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Hillside or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Hillside, NJ such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Hillside, NJ for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Hillside, NJ such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Hillside, NJ for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Hillside, NJ, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Hillside, NJ, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.

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