Find pet care in Watchung, NJ that you’ll love

60 pet care are listed in Watchung, NJ

The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby pet care is 4 years

Pet care in Watchung, NJ

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Laura C.


Watchung, NJ

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time

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...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"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 the perfect candidate and i would highly recommend using her for all types of long and short-term care!"

Colton Z.

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Maddy L.


Watchung, NJ

$20-30/hr

Animal Lover Available!

Hi! I have owned cats my entire life, and have always had a strong bond with animals. I know what it takes to get animals to feel comfortable and safe with me and most importantly am patient and kind.
Maddy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Elexia G.


Watchung, NJ

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Petsitter

I have grown up with animals my entire life. Starting out with cats, dogs, turtles and fish, I also took interest in exotic animals such as snakes, birds and frogs. Caring for animals has been my life-long ambition. In addition to caring for my personal pets, I volunteer at the 4-H Fair throughout my entire childhood. Currently...
Elexia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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David B.


Fanwood, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Great With Dogs

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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
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.

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Svetlana M.


Metuchen, NJ

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

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 a happy and energetic person. She interacts very well with my dog Zosya. Zyosya always gets a lot of personal attention when she’s with Svetlana. My dog loves to play ball with her and is very comfortable around Svetlana. One time Svetlana even helped...

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Maria S.


South Plainfield, NJ

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part -time Pet Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently own a Yellow Lab, Tuxedo cat and a goldfish. Our previous pets included a Rottweiler and yellow tabby cat. I have a family of animal lovers and we are surrounded by neighborhood pets we help out with including a Husky/Black Lab mix, Chihuahua, and domestic cats. I am very comfortable with animals and enjoy caring for...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"I highly recommend Maria! Maria has been walking my dog Pancake for 2 months now, and Pancake loves Maria. Pancake dances/hops all around as soon as she sees Maria. She is trustworthy and reliable. Maria always gives me updates on Pancake while I'm at work. Pancake...

Gina N.

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Madeline E.


Rahway, NJ

$29/hr1 yrs exp

Looking For A New Adventure

Hi, my name is Madeline, and I'm a 28-year-old pastry chef ! I recently just left a job that wasn't fulfilling in the way I'd hoped it would be, one day I hope to own and operate my own food truck. I live in NJ with my boyfriend and our golden retriever Waffle who is 1 and a 1/2. I'm looking for a flexible job, that allows me...
Madeline can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding & more
5.0
"Madeline did an excellent job taking care of my dog when I left for the weekend. She was attentive to his walks, his feeding scheduling and was always caring and affectionate with him. When I came back home to him, he was happy as ever and could tell she treated...

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Gina P.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"She have excellent combination of skills and high levels of integrity, she is hardworking ,and great at helping keep everything clutter-free,and pets happy."

Margeret S.

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Michelle V.


Clark, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care And Pet Care

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.

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Samantha L.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Pet Person if there ever was one! I have 2 guinea pigs in my apartment right now. I have had fish, gerbils, cats, and dogs in the past. I have experience with Pitbulls and other "aggressive" breeds that are misunderstood. I am comfortable with dogs and cats. I am willing and able to come to you so you don't have to worry...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Abigail B.


Plainfield, NJ

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

I Love Dogs And Cats!

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 sitting, pet walking
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.

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Janel M.


Plainfield, NJ

$20-45/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

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: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
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Sydney G.


Chatham, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover!

Hi my name is Sydney! I'm from Chatham and work remotely. I've been taking care of animals for the past 10 years and have references if needed. I'm a UVM graduate and have a Master's degree from Boston University. My hobbies include pottery, film photography, and traveling!
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sydney is a very caring person. I've had her watch my 2 English bulldogs on numerous occasions. She is always thinking about their needs and ways to spoil them. She is very responsible."

Zoe M.

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Jazmina B.


Dunellen, NJ

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

I Love Pets!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have two parrots and tree turtles. I love dogs to walk and play with them I like the cat they are very mysterious and lovely... I love every species the pets because everyone is special
Jazmina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Jazmina was right on time. She is friendly and helpful, and very good with my little dog. I will happily hire her again."

Carol P.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello my name is shannel and I am an animal lover. I put down I have zero experience with animals but I do indeed have unprofessional experience. I have sitted and helped my family train their dogs my whole life. I currently own two birds and one leopard gecko. I am very affectionate even with these more difficult animals. im...
Shannel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Absolutely amazing. Very flexible and reliable. She looked after 3 puppies with me for a week and also house sat over a weekend. Very trustworthy and responsible with a key to my home."

Lewis F.

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Kristina J.


Somerset, NJ

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

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...
Kristina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"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 him. She was very attentive to his needs and made sure to ask all the right questions to make sure she would...

Dina E.

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Chanisa C.


Basking Ridge, NJ

$18-31/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Lover

I has one cat when I was in my hometown. And I love to play with a cat and dog. I like them. Both of cat and dog
Chanisa can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Chacha is active and energetic. She can definitely keep up with my 5 year old son who is super active. She is punctual and always comes on time. She has a happy bubbly nature which is in sync with my son. I would definitely recommend Chacha to any family looking...

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Lori S.


Millington, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable Pet-Sitter And Dog Walker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have owned a dog walking and pet sitting business for over 12 years and have provided care for animals of all sizes, ages, and breeds. I find it rewarding training puppies to walk and also assisting senior animals with their medical needs. I have experience administering medications, including insulin (cats and dogs), and I am...
Lori can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Juju loved Lori right off the bat and she has been extremely helpful and accommodating. She's 100% professional and reliable and genuinely gives so much love and care to our sweet pup. Highly recommend!!"

Tim B.

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Alexandra P.


Berkeley Heights, NJ

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Pet-sitter/baby-sitter

I have been pet-sitting since I was 17 years old. Any pet, any size I am good with. I love animals. I will stay in the house with the pet(s) due to distance and/or if the pet(s) are better with that and if the owners are good with that as well. If not, I am willing to travel back and forth no matter how far or how often.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Absolutely recommend! She helped me out for multiple days while we were out of town. She provided regular updates, took great care of my pets, and was very easy to work with. She is responsible, caring, and attentive."

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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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Watchung, NJ

Laura C.

5.0

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 the perfect candidate and i would highly recommend using her for all types of long and short-term care!

- Colton Z.

David B.

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 David since we now have someone home...

- Kristen S.

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!

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Maria S.

5.0

Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he prefers it there! Completely dependable. Maria has been a caregiver for my dog since he was a little puppy, and I feel fortunate to have found...

- Wendy M.

Madeline E.

5.0

Madeline was always on time, stayed late if needed and put forth 100% every day. She is not afraid of hard work and thrives in a fast paced environment.

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