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Julia B.

Wood Ridge, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Julia, and I'm a college student with a passion for working with children and animals. I'm a responsible, patient, and positive person who always strives to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment for the kids I care for. I have several years of experience in both babysitting and pet sitting, and I truly...
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Michelle R.

Upper West Side Dog Walker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet walking
Hi, My name is Michelle I am available for dog walking on the Upper West Side. I live very close to Riverside Park. I have experience walking dogs as I have had several dogs of my own and I am looking to make a little extra money. I am very reliable, punctual and trust worthy. I am also available for cat sitting

Kathy A. says "Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy to "

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Francine M.

Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
I'm an experienced pet owner and walker. For four years, I've sat for a large dog in Montclair. My responsibilities included walks, feeding and staying at the house while the family was away on vacation. I'll be able to do mornings, lunch visits, evenings, and everything in between. I'll give your pet the 1:1 attention he or she...

Jenifer C. says "Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by...

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Athena E.

Pet Pal

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
I began walking dogs as a volunteer at a local animal shelter in 2016. I loved it so much I decided to make this my career. I started my business in 2018. I see a dog and I grin ear-to-ear. My clients have ranged from a Chihuahua mix to a French Mastiff mix. I have solo and group walks, the largest group walks are three to...

Andrew M. says "Athena is one of the most ethical and reliable caregivers we have ever worked with. I trust her completely and would re-hire her in a second."

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Allie S.

Pet Sitter/Walker/Nanny

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
Pet transportation
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with a variety of pets in my home (hamsters, guinea pigs, lizards, dogs). I provide dog sitting in my home and can either nanny or take your pets on walks. I love all animals and treat every furry friend like my own!

Danielle K. says "Allie has watched my 3 year old Cavapoo, Rosie, on several occasions. She sent me updates about Rosie during the entire duration of the stay and make me...

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Victoria O.

Dependable Pet Care Or Housekeeping

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
I can provide excellent loving attentive care for your pet or pets. I understand that pets are like family or children so I understand the importance of a reliable pet sitter. I can do a background check and provide great references. I am a long term owner of pets. My cat who was 16 passed away last year. I have an 11 and...
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Karina Q.

Flexible Trustworty Pet Sitter!!!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello Families! My name is Karina. I have been working as a pet sitter, for the last seven years in Brooklyn-NY. I had the opportunity to work for a petsitting company and during that time I took care of different breeds and ages of dogs and cats. For the last two years I worked for a family who have two chihuahuas one...

Brad P. says "Karina took care of our 2 cats over the holidays while we were away. She did such a great job, we certainly recommend her and will use her again in the...

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Savannah G.

Loving And Energetic Animal Sitter

Englewood, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a friendly and outgoing Pet Sitter devoted to keeping animal environments safe, secure, and clean. I can smoothly coordinate food, medication, and housekeeping schedules to maintain optimal animal health and pet owners' peace of mind. I currently have a4-year-old Dalmation as well as a cat, therefore, I completely...
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Camila F.

Dog Walker/Care

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I can also act as a dog walker in the morning or afternoons. I have had dogs all my life growing up. Love dogs of all ages and sizes!
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Margaret R.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have a broad history of taking care of pets including house sitting to make sure they are well taken care of, walked, fed and played with. I can take them to the park, pick them up where they are. I am also willing to take them to the vet or to get a bath. I love animals and have a very flexible schedule to work around the...
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Carolyn C.

Experienced Dog Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hello! My name is CC. I have 2 years of experience petsitting and I can help with boarding and pet walking. I am a reliable and attentive worker, and I love animals! I am a graduate student in social work at Columbia University and I am looking for extra work this summer taking care of pets around NYC.

Care Member says "Carolyn is AMAZING! I have a young cavapoo, Boo, who loves staying with her. My pup has some specific needs and Carolyn is willing to go above and...

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Janeanne F.

Where Every Pet Is Treated Like Family!

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I offer pet sitting services in Downtown Jersey City in your own home where he/she is most comfortable! I offer dog walking, overnight care and drop in visits. I always send a progress report via text or email each time I visit with pictures/videos so you are at peace your babies are being well cared for. I'm comfortable...

Brittany D. says "Janeanne pig-sat my two guinea pigs on multiple occasions. They are getting old and require medicine administration and a lot of TLC. Not only did...

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Anna J.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
I can provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have two dogs currently and one cat that I take care of in my home. I am also available to house sit during vacations.
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Chelsea M.

Experienced Childcare Provider And Pet Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
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Hey, I'm Chelsea, and I just moved to the UWS so I'm looking for new opportunities in the vicinity. I am a screenwriter and author who has always been interested in education, childcare, and pet care as well. I've used Care. com in the past with great results. I love kids and animals, and I've met a lot of lovely families and...

Care Member says "Chelsea was finally the sitter sent by the angels I was hoping for when I was looking for someone to care for my 6 month old Boston Terrier puppy for 5...

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Erika L.

Dog Lover

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also can walk your dogs.

Elizabeth W. says "Erika did a great job taking care of our cat in her home. She was in contact with us while we were away and sent us photos and updates. She treated...

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Erika T.

UES Dog Owner And Lover Available For WALKS, DAYCARE, DOG SITTING

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
Hi pet parents! I'm a fellow doggie lover and owner with over 15 years of dog care experience - including volunteering at the humane society and sitting for a variety of breeds! Friendly, house-broken dogs are welcome to spend the day or night in my apartment on the Upper East Side! During their stay, dogs will have full reign...

Jillian W. says "We had a great experience using Erika as a dog sitter! She was very friendly and accommodating to all of our requests, she kept in contact and gave us...

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Carol P.

Take Your Dog For A Walk...I'd Love To!

Garfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have always had dogs in my life. As a child, I had a Shih Tzu/poodle mix who I loved with all my heart. When he passed away I was heartbroken... soon after, I begged my mom for another puppy. But she wouldn't agree to it, so I began visiting the neighborhood pets. I began helping two close neighbors take care of their dogs....
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Melissa C.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
dog training
My name is Melissa and I have been an animal lover my entire life. I provide pet sitting and care services IN YOUR HOME! My goal is to provide peace of mind to pet parents and a caring and fun experience for your pet(s) while you are away for work, vacation or a hobby. I am an excellent alternative to boarding, your pet(s)...

David S. says "We hired Melissa for dog walking help when our son was a few months old and we needed help taking our dog out in the afternoons. She was always so easy to...

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Nicole M.

Part-Time Dog/Cat Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog/cat sitting in your home. My whole life I have had animals as pets and have plenty of experience playing with them and taking care of them. During my time in college I would watch my brothers animals every time he went out of town. I am very reliable and promise to take very good care of your furry friends.
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Quinn S.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Quinn and I am currently attending the Fashion Institute of Technology. I grew up on a farm in Virginia so I am really used to being around animals! I've been pet sitting for people for about 5 years taking care of dogs and cats. My parents have 5 cats and a dogs, so I know how to care for them. I would love to...

Kelly S. says "Quinn is great! Very punctual and our dog loved spending time with her!"

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  • 60 pet sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent pet sitter reviews from local parents in Wood Ridge, NJ

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

Michelle R.

Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy to

- Kathy A.

Francine M.

Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept...

- Jenifer C.

Athena E.

Athena is one of the most ethical and reliable caregivers we have ever worked with. I trust her completely and would re-hire her in a...

- Andrew M.

FAQs for finding pet sitters in Wood Ridge, NJ

Hiring a pet sitter in Wood Ridge, NJ will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of June, 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 Wood Ridge that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.

Pet sitters in Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 1 pet sitters in Wood Ridge, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

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