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Alexandra W.

Dog Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a dog owner most of my life, I am well experienced with dogs. I love caring for them. I currently do not have any dogs in my home, making it easier to dog sit if needed. Looking forward to meeting your furry friends.
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Lucia G.

Pet Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Well I have 2 dogs of my own in which I love so much. One is a female pit bull terrier who is 4 years old and acts like a big baby. And my second dog is a chihuahua mix and he is 9 years old in which he acts like his one of the big dog. I also have a cat in which she is 10 years old. She basically does her own things. I love to...
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Nicole H.

College Grad Interested In Pet Care

Dunellen, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am a college grad with animal experience who can sit your pets in your own home. What I can offer to you and your pets is patience and a genuine love of animals. I have experience with dogs and cats mostly and am comfortable with walking, feeding, and grooming pets.
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Kinayza J.

Dunellen, NJ

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced and responsible pet sitter offering loving care for all types of animals. Dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable environment for pets while their owners are away. Skilled in providing basic care, exercise, and companionship for furry friends.
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Karen D.

Pet Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I'm a loving pet mom I've raised 3 dogs. Currently have 1 at home. I love & care for other animals just like they are my own.
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Cierrah W.

Loving Pet Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I've been surrounded by animals my entire life, and my love for pets knows no bounds. As a proud mom to a sweet Labrador/Chihuahua mix, I understand just how important our furry family members are. I'm thrilled to offer my services, providing the same care and affection to your pets as I do to my own. You can trust that your...
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Shannel S.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
grooming
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 pets for a long period of my life. I come from a farm raised family so im sure your pets not as intimidating as you think! My family and...

Lewis F. says "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...

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Lily M.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
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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Kathleen D.

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 transportation
pet walking
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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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.

Andrew B. says "Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

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Casey W.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been working with animals for over 10 years as a walker and pet-sitter for small to large breeds. I have experience caring for disabled pets as well as those displaying behavioral problems. In addition, I am dog and cat CPR-certified; and as a Certified Nursing Assistant, am able to administer medication. I believe I am...

Kelly B. says "Casey went above and beyond taking care of our cat for 8 days. Our cat had recently gone through numerous health complications and we were hesitant to...

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Susan B.

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Daily feeding
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
+ 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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Gina P.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$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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Janel M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
+ 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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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
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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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding in my home. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds such as: beagles, German shepherds, Boxers, Poodle mixes, and more.

Wendy M. says "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...

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Stephanie G.

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 walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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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Paige B.

Dog Walker Or Sitter!

Chatham, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover that would be very happy to take care of your furry friend! I have my own dog, and I am not afraid of big dogs! I have been a dog walker, and I have taken care of dogs while their family was on vacation. I will care for your pet with kindness, affection, and careful attention!
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Jillian S.

Piscataway, NJ

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
I'm a responsible and trustworthy pet sitter with a genuine love for animals and firsthand experience caring for my own pets. I understand that pets are family, and I treat every animal I care for with the same attention, affection, and respect that I give to my own. Being bilingual helps me communicate clearly with pet owners...
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  • 60 pet sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.83/hr as of November 2025

Recent pet sitter reviews from local parents in Dunellen, NJ

Pet Sitters in Dunellen, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pet sitters

Shannel S.

Absolutely amazing. Very flexible and reliable. She looked after 3 puppies with me for a week and also house sat over a weekend. Very...

- Lewis F.

Kathleen D.

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

- Bernard S.

Samantha L.

Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.

- Andrew B.

FAQs for finding pet sitters in Dunellen, NJ

Hiring a pet sitter in Dunellen, NJ will cost an average of $19.83 per hour as of November, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Dunellen that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.

Pet sitters in Dunellen, NJ can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.

You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Dunellen. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 6 pet sitters in Dunellen, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

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