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Sara C.

Reliable Pet Caretaker

Ocean Gate, NJ

from
$22/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Hi! I'm Sara, a reliable 24-year-old woman who adores animals. My passion for caring for furry friends runs deep, and I thrive on ensuring their happiness and well-being. Whether it's taking dogs for long walks or or feeding other pets, I approach each task with genuine love and dedication. Pet owners trust me because of I'm...
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Love My Pets

Ocean Gate, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have pets all my life I have over 40 experience with pets I like playing with them talking to them give them lots of love. I enjoy them they are family to me.
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Christine K.'s Photo

Ocean Gate, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Compassionate and reliable pet care provider with 10+ years of experience. I treat every dog like my own, with love, respect, and personalized attention. Always on time with photo updates
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Victoria B.'s Photo

Ocean Gate, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Before buying my first dog at 17 after our family dog was getting older my siblings and I would walk family friends and neighbors dogs for extra money when we were younger. I have been surrounded by animals and pets my entire life I truthfully couldn't ask for anything better!
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Kate C.'s Photo

Ocean Gate, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I have several years of pet sitting experience. My services range from daily visits to overnight/live-in care, depending on your needs. I follow your pet's routine and send regular photo/text check-ins. I can also bring in mail, water plants, and handle other small tasks to keep your home in order. I have a genuine love for...
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Pet Lover Volunteer Gone Professional

Brick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, My name is Deborah, I am a former teacher who changed my career path this semester to one of caring for pets. I just love animals and have volunteered on and off in animal shelters all my life. Currently, I am at a rescue in Toms River, where I feed the animals, clean the kennels, socialize and walk the dogs. This is a...

Care Member says ""Deborah is truly an animal lover! She volunteers at the animal shelter. Deborah is great at interacting with dogs. The dogs sense her love and get...

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Kristine F.'s Photo

Toms River, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I'm Krissy, I just moved to Toms river this past winter. I grew up with dogs my entire life and have dog sat and cat sat for neighbors/friends/family for many years.
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Lanoka Harbor, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet walking
Hi, I am an animal lover! Growing up our family had dogs, cats, rabbits, fish to name a few! I currently have two dogs and would have more if I had the room! I am trustworthy, punctual and would treat your pet like it was my own!

Sheila F. says "Ellen takes such great care of my two dogs. She is caring, punctual, and a great communicator. Ellen is also very flexible, always meeting my needs."

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Experienced Pet Dog Owner In Wayne Looking For Part Time Dog Sittingor Walking

Lavallette, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I had a bischon for 17 years who recently passed away. I love caring for animals and miss the companionship. I can provide dog sitting in or out. I would be happy to come to your home for occasional walks or while you're on vacation. Please contact me!
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Veterinary Technician Experience With Stressed And Sick Pets

Forked River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience. Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach, Fear Free certified and animal first aid and CPR trained. Very experienced with high stressed and aggressive dogs. I can help with nail trims, medication administration, Pet Sitting and dog walking.

Eileen C. says "We absolutely love having Nancy take care of our pup! She is punctual, dependable and our pup loves her! Nancy has a natural love for animals and it shows...

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My Name Is Adrianna, I'm 18, Graduating High School This June.

Toms River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
For the past 10 years, Ive had 10 pets including dogs and cats. plus fish, And even a turtle! I have a passion for animals and helping people. Ive had senior pets before, Im empathetic, understanding, and down to earth.

Care Member says "Adrianna did a great job taking care of our 2 Senior dogs and our cat. She administered meds, fed, walked and gave all 3 of them lots of love while we...

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Heather K.'s Photo

Pet sitter

Toms River, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a pet sitter with experience .grew up with dogs and I currently have a puppy I love animals I have a nice amount of experience with animals
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Love Furry Friends !

Brick, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover, and have had animals all of my life. I have a dog and a cat, and I am constantly caring for friends and neighbors pets when they go away. I have free time on my hands and wanted to fill my free time with caring for animals. Nothing makes me happier than to see an animal loved and cared for.!
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Part-Time Loving Caregiver Available

Toms River, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
I have always had a deep love for animals. Over the years, I've gained extensive experience working at a veterinary clinic and volunteering at various animal shelters, including a horse rescue. I've had cats in the past and currently have three dogs and a bearded dragon. I'm also working towards becoming a professional dog...
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Pet Sitter

Brick, NJ

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$9/hr
I am on care. com mostly for babysitting children of all types of needs but I decided to add pet sitting to my profile because I LOVE dogs! :) I have a 10-year-old Shiba Inu at home who is the smartest and most spiteful dog you will ever meet, so I think I can handle any breed at this point. I take her for walks every day and...
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Olivia M.'s Photo

Lavallette, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been pet sitting for years for all different types of animals and have a very open schedule! Excited to meet you and your pet!
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Dog Sitting

Seaside Heights, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for years. Have several references. I stay at house where dog lives as that's where they are most comfortable and charge $50 a day for over night dog sitting.
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Dog Walker/Pet Sitter Available

Forked River, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have my own little zoo at home, with 3 very friendly dogs and 2 cats. My family and I frequently care for our family and friends pets while they are away. I am in between jobs and have open availability.
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Diedra A.'s Photo

Toms River, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and reliable I like working with animals because I have always he's either a cat or dog sometimes both I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference at In my spare time, I like to read and take care of my husband and dog One thing you should know about me is I took care of...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of January 2026

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Ocean Gate, NJ

Pet Care in Ocean Gate, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Deborah R.

"Deborah is truly an animal lover! She volunteers at the animal shelter. Deborah is great at interacting with dogs. The dogs sense her...

- Care member

Ellen P.

Ellen takes such great care of my two dogs. She is caring, punctual, and a great communicator. Ellen is also very flexible, always meeting...

- Sheila F.

Nancy S.

We absolutely love having Nancy take care of our pup! She is punctual, dependable and our pup loves her! Nancy has a natural love for...

- Eileen C.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Ocean Gate, NJ

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.50 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 6 pet care providers in Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate 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 Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate, 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 Ocean Gate, 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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