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Natalie B.

Natalie B!

Short Hills, NJ

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Natalie, a dedicated and friendly pet sitter who treats every furry (or feathered!) friend like family. Whether you need drop-in visits, dog walks, I provide reliable, loving attention to keep your pets happy and comfortable while you're away. With experience caring for all kinds of animals, I make sure they get...
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Kircy I.

Pet Sitter

Short Hills, NJ

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover, I have 6 cats at home and one dog, I can easily be with them for hours and hours and get all the love they provide.
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Ana Luiza S.

Short Hills, NJ

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Ana. I'm a caring and responsible pet sitter who loves dogs and cats. I have experience taking care of pets, including feeding, walking, playing, and giving lots of love and attention. I treat every pet as if they were my own and always make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and happy.
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Yulieth G.

Short Hills, NJ

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
Hi! My name is Yulieth, and I'm a responsible and caring pet sitter who truly enjoys spending time with animals. I have experience caring for dogs and other pets, including feeding, walking, playtime, and following specific routines. I'm patient, attentive, and always focused on pets' safety, comfort, and well-being. I treat...
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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
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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Gianna P.

Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a family full of different kinds of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Over the past month, I have taken care of our family's sick 12-pound Jack Russell dog by administering four different medicines daily, and spending time with the dog all day and night. Sadly, the dog has currently just passed...
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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Ameera A.

Part-Time Caregiver!

Harrison, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have dog sat rescue dogs in my mom's friend's house. While they were away I slept over and took care of her such as taking her out for walks or to the park and I also fed her. I overall loved her as my own. When there was an emergency we took her to the vet, so I am well-aware of what should happen in any sticky situation.
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Sunmi J.

Pet-Sitter

Glen Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge. I have provided pet(dog, cat) care to friends and family for over 10 years, and I can provide pet sitting in your own or mine as well. I can provide in home daytime, evening and overnight pet care including: dog walks; fed meals; gave treats; refilled water bowls; cleaned litter boxes and...
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Cathy M.

Animal Lover

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a lot of experience of taking care of pets. I, myself had a dog, and I've taken care of the pets of families I have worked for whether it be day walks, feedings and/or overnight care so your fur-babies aren't locked up in a boarding facility; which I love and adore spending time and snuggles. I'm honest, kind, and get...
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Hazel R.

Part Time Pet Sitter (mornings Available)

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hi! my name is Hazel, I grow up my whole life having adorable dogs as an extension in my family, everything started with a volunteer that I did in Argentina in a foundation, but two years ago I started getting payed for something that I love, work with kids and dogs (currently one cat too). I can provide dog sitting in your own...
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Jasmine F.

Fun, Loving Sitter!

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Jasmine ! I have had a dog for 8 years ! I grew up with 5 dogs , 11 birds, 11 fishes, 2 turtles all at the same time! I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and pet sitting. I own at the moment a Yorki/chihuahua female dog name Hazel who's 8 years old! I love animals , they literally are my children! Can't...

Kim B. says "Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her."

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Janine P.

Pet Sitter

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a dog sitter/dog walker with 15 years experience. I will provide walking feeding, changing water and playing with your pup. I will treat your pop like it was my own. I have two rescue dogs that I just absolutely love. Don't hesitate to give me a call. I have several references that I can give you thank you.

David E. says "Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!"

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Michelle V.

Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home

Parsippany, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been a cat owner my entire life and currently have 3 boys. I can provide pet sitting in your home for all kinds of pets. Cats are my specialty! I can also walk the dog and feed the fish! I have over 13 years of experience in walking dogs and pet sitting both on my own and with a company. I love all animals! I am also a...

Stephanie W. says "I would definitely recommend Michelle. She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my...

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Gina P.

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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Desiree R.

Pet Sitter- Dogs,Cats,Fish

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Newly Rutgers graduate . I am an avid animal lover and have always had them growing up. I currently have 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a fish! I've also had a gecko and rabbits. Open to taking care of most animals just ask!
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Jedean M.

The Love Of Dogs

Newark, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I find great joy in dog sitting and dog walking, as I consider it to be a therapeutic experience. Dogs, with their affectionate nature, are truly the best companions, bringing immense love and joy into our lives.
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Veronica H.

Hillside, NJ

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
Lifelong pet owner and animal lover with 10 years of experience as pet sitter and dog walker. Provide safe, nurturing care for dogs & cats . Friendly and trustworthy, putting pets and their people at ease with reliable, conscientious care.
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Marisol V.

Cedar Grove, NJ

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
If you need a reliable and trustworthy dog sitter, please contact me. I have been boarding and taking care of dogs for over 7 years. Dogs are so special and bring so much joy that it truly is one of the best services I can provide.
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Harmony E.

Pet Sitter

Caldwell, NJ

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there, my name is Harmony and I am 21 years old. I have 2 cats and a dog and have previous experience caring for other peoples pets. I would love to help you out with whatever help you need and am available to start whenever you need!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.75/hr as of March 2026

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ

Dog Sitters in Short Hills, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

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.

Jasmine F.

Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her.

- Kim B.

Janine P.

Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!

- David E.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Short Hills, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Short Hills, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Short Hills, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Short Hills, NJ is $18.75.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Short Hills, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Short Hills, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Short Hills, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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