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60 pet care are listed in Metuchen, NJ
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Metuchen, NJ
5.0
(5)
I can help with Pet Sitting, Dog walking and some basic grooming. As a kid I always wanted to play with the biggest dog. I was never afraid of the biggest scariest dog in town. I've walked and cared for various dogs and they always feel good around me. The small dogs always tend to jump in my lap even though it's the first time...
Svetlana can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is good with her! "
Care member
I can walk plus, feed, administration of meds and keep company
I'm located in Metuchen and can help out in surrounding areas
Robyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I'm a pet mom looking for some additional income as a single mom for all my kids sports, activities, etc. I love love love dogs, I also have a bird. I'm happy to walk them or let them out during the day, play with them, etc. I hope I can help you!
Melynda can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Brenda U.
Metuchen, NJ
$21-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 3 beautiful cats & one dog .
Been taking care of pets for a while . Love animals in general
Brenda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had the great pleasure to have 2 wonderful cats in my life since the young age of 3 to age 20. They brought much happiness and much laughter in me and my moms life until they passed a few years ago. About 3 months ago, I just got a toy size poodle dog which I absolutely love. She is 5months now and is very playful and...
Janel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, boarding & more
Fiorella F.
Dunellen, NJ
$14-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have no paid pet care experience yet but I do have a dog of my own. I have had him for about 4 years. I love nearly any kind of animal and would love to learn how to care for more.
Fiorella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Nadine F.
East Brunswick, NJ
$10-15/hr
3.0
(1)
I love animals, I currently have one cat and at the present time I'm house sitting for a family with 2 birds and 2 cats. Although I don't own a dog, I have a number of friends that have dogs and I feel very comfortable taking care of them.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am no longer able to meet anyone -was hired for another family. You can message me if you need any weekend sitting. Thank you for all the responses!
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Michelle is a true animal lover and will take great care with your pets. She is responsible, kind, punctual, articulate and a genuinely nice person."
Mary C.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Miranda and I love long walks and animals of all types. I would love to help you out with your furry friends.
Miranda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I love animals but especially dogs! I have 2 of my own, plus 1 foster dog-chip, cannon and taco! I work with a rescue, I foster dogs and cats that have been saved from various situations. I'm comfortable with any breed and size. Im learning how to train dogs, I read a lot about them and am practicing with my 3 boys. I love...
Raquel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My names Amanda. I've owned hamsters, parakeets, a bunny, hermit crabs, kitties and a dog (a Bichon). I love playing and taking care of my pup. He's been with us for 8 years now! I currently have three kittens and a full grown kitty too!! I have experience from working with a pet care service and can give you contact...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as friendly, funny and empathetic with a deep love for animals.
I like working with animals because I feel most at peace when I am around them and feel like they are part of the family.
I'm looking for a job that I am excited about and look forward to going to everyday.
I've volunteered at an...
Maureen can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maureen is THE person you want to take care of your fur babies. She is the absolute best with my dog! She is kind and loving and patient. Leaving them with her is just like them being with me! You can truly see how much she loves animals! "
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own.
I have cared for...
Autumn can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"We continue to call upon Autumn to pet and home-sit when we travel or have long weekends away. Autumn takes excellent care of our dog and house. She has also been flexible and accommodating when our plans have changed.
I highly recommend Autumn and am confident...
Craig & Carolyn W.
Estelle G.
Somerset, NJ
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've been a cat owner my entire life. I currently have 2 cats of my own. I love meeting new cats and I'm excited to meet yours. I can assist with light house keeping as well as mail retrieval and litter box scooping while you're away.
Estelle can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Estelle is a wonderful, dependable pet sitter. She was my cat sitter on a recurring basis for the past 2 years. Estelle was always on time, sent plenty of pictures and videos from each visit, and followed my instructions very closely. She always called or texted to...
Anastasiya K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a few years of experience pet sitting for money. I also have a dog and cat of my own. They are truly a part of my family. I know how important your pets are to you as well, so I will treat them as if they were my own.
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She went above and beyond. She contacted us if she had any concerns at all and kept us up to speed. We felt very comfortable having her watch our pets and in our home. Super responsible and her love for animals is quite obvious!"
Alana R.
5.0
(1)
I have being with a family for a year and a half and I helped them to take care of Sparky (dog) and billie and cookie (cats) sometimes during their vacations. I was on charge of feeding them and walk sparky.
Michelle can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Michelle did a great job! I can't wait to work with her regularly."
Stephanie W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work as a veterinarian technician in Westfield. I have been a veterinary technician for 6 years. I have also watched my families dogs and cats while they were away on vacation and I have been pet sitting/dog walking for about 5 years. I have provided overnight care and drop in day visits as well. At work I assist in...
Kelly can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs...
Kasey L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs my entire life; most recently my beautiful black lab Lucy was a great family dog, who passed away at 15; if you want someone to treat your dog as if you were there; im your guy :)
David can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"We are so very thankful for David!!! We needed a dog walker 4 days per week for our new puppy for the last 3 months, and David was extremely reliable, caring, and punctual. Charley loved his daily hour with David and we are so appreciative. We no longer need...
Kristen S.
Rilma V.
Clark, NJ
$13-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available to stay with pet overnight and my experience come from helping my neighbors with pets. I also rescued a couple of dogs.
Rilma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Rilma is very kind and does a great job! She did an excellent job cleaning and we look forward to working with her again!"
Former Member A.
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have been an experienced sitter for 3 years. Having pets my whole life helps with this experience as well.
Jezabel can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Jezabel watches my puppy when I go on vacation. She is very reliable and caring. I would not hesitate to use her services again. "
Ida C.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Metuchen, NJ
Svetlana M.
5.0
Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is good with her!
- Care member
Michelle V.
5.0
Michelle is a true animal lover and will take great care with your pets. She is responsible, kind, punctual, articulate and a genuinely nice person.
- Mary C.
Maureen S.
5.0
It is very obvious that Maureen loves animals. She came on time each day for a week to feed my kitty and clean litter box. I really had a sense of calm knowing she was caring for Belle.
- Care member
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.
- Susan A.
Estelle G.
5.0
Estelle took care of my cat Mikko while I was overseas for three weeks. She did a wonderful job of meeting his needs, including taking steps to insure he would be fine as tropical storm Ida came rolling through New Jersey. Mikko was a very happy cat when I came back (he is kind of a sensitive scared...
- Lisa R.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Metuchen, NJ
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Metuchen, NJ?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.50 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Metuchen, NJ?
There are 4 pet care providers in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen 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.
What types of pet care services can I find in Metuchen, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, 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.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Metuchen, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Metuchen, 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 Metuchen, 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.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Metuchen, NJ?
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 Metuchen, 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.
What pet care services are available near me in Metuchen, NJ?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Metuchen, 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.
Ratings for Metuchen, NJ pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Metuchen, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pet care.