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Madeline P.

Your Pets Love Me

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I'd describe my personality as unapologetic, enthusiastic and social! As an animal rights activist, I've worked with animals for over three years in Essex and Morris county and feel great care, love and empathy for them. Working with animals provides dopamine and good energy! I'm also looking for an opportunity that can...

Care Member says "Very friendly dog walker. Takes my puppy for a good walk and plays with her. "

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Pet Caregiver

Colonia, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Dorothy. I have extensive dog experience as I currently own a dog myself and have owned them most of my life. I know what exactly is involved to care for them, not to mention that I absolutely love them.
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Part Time

Watchung, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
With a diverse professional background, I have been able to work with a variety of species for the last 10 years. Ranging from dogs/cats, amphibians, birds, equines, hoof stock, arachnids, mammals, reptiles, and aquatics have all been under my care in a zoological and private setting. I am very comfortable taking care of...

Colton Z. says "Laura was excellent to deal with while i was on vacation with my family. She took care on my senior lab dog and i could not ask for better care! She was...

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Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Kristina, I hold a masters in fine arts. I've worked with kids from ages 5-15. I also have experience watching and caring for dogs for about 7 years. For 5 years, I worked as a counselor and specialist at a children's youth theatre camp. Our family has a 8yr old Bichon named Bella, she's everyones friend and is a NY...

Dina E. says "Our dog Teddy was in great hands with Kristina! She was punctual and kept in communication with me each time she was with Teddy and even sent us pics of...

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Part Time/Full Time

Raritan, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello everyone, I have a French bulldog which I take every weekend for walk to play in Duke park. If your dog is bored at home and you would like to for them to have some exercise please book your spot with me. can ONLY accommodate small and friendly dogs up to 30 Ibs. adventure always takes about 2h and I will pick up and...

Care Member says "Anna has worked for our family for years. She is quiet, unassuming, respectful, hardworking, and very reliable. I was very lucky to have been able to...

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Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
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Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
+ 1 more
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...
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Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
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Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Hello my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood. I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job) Free of allergies from animal hair/dander In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met...

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Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I provide dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting and house sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet owner. I have owned many cats, as well as one dog. I love animals of all sizes and abilities, and I am happy to accommodate any animals needs.
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Fun Sitter/ Cat Lover And Doggies Too

Warren, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have many years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting and dog walkingI have owned pets my whole life and they are my world. I am Certified in Reiki I for pets and will complete my further training this year. Looking forward to meeting your beauties:))

Bernard S. says "Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!"

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Professional Animal Care Giver/Pet sitter

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
Formally worked at animal hospitals as a Veterinary Technician assisting in appointments as well as in surgery. Currently enrolled at Rutgers University studying Pre-Vet Animal Science. Worked at Murray Hill Veterinary Associates as a full-time veterinary technician and at Lexington Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician and...

Linda S. says "Stephanie takes excellent care of my Great Dane and cat while away. I trust her completely. Very caring, Highly recommend. "

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Chloe S.'s Photo

Pet Sitter

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am going on almost four years of experience working with children, ages from infant-Preschool. I have worked at a couple of different daycares.

Care Member says "Chloe is wonderful! She has taken care of our baby starting at 9 months, and has loved and cared for her as her own. She has had so much patience, and...

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Estelle G.'s Photo

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Pet sitting
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.

Lisa R. says "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...

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Laura L.'s Photo

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been taking care of animals and pet sitting for over 10 years. I have worked at an animal shelter for six years. I had to clean cages, walk, feed, play and give medication. I also was a vet technician for four years. I have had hamsters, fish, a cat, etc. I treat all animals like they are my own. I have a love and passion...

Michele S. says "While out of the country we were able to contact Laura and get an update on our cats well being. Once home we discovered new windows and a door changed...

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Fiorella F.'s Photo

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
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.
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Great With Dogs

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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 :)

Kristen S. says "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,...

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Susan B.'s Photo

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots). I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....

Mike L. says "I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even...

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Elise W.'s Photo

Pet Care

Bridgewater, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
For as long as I can remember I have had a love for all animals, especially dogs! When I was 13 I finally got a dog of my own, and she is the love of my life! We rescued her from an adoption agencies, and I have a special place in my heart for rescue dogs. Unfortunately, due to her being born in a shelter, she has extreme...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.54/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Piscataway, NJ

Pet Care in Piscataway, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Madeline P.

Very friendly dog walker. Takes my puppy for a good walk and plays with her.

- Care member

Laura C.

Laura was excellent to deal with while i was on vacation with my family. She took care on my senior lab dog and i could not ask for better...

- Colton Z.

Svetlana M.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Piscataway, NJ

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.54 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 39 pet care providers in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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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