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About: I’ve loved animals of all shapes and sizes my whole life. I knew as I grew up I wanted to go somewhere with it, I began by offering my services to neighbours and family friends and now like to branch out and help others with their animals. I am good with dealing with dogs that are anxious or just need a little extra care. I would say a skill of mine is being very attentive to their needs and behaviour. I am available most days to do drop ins or walks. I do have a part-time job, the days I work I mark as not available in the Rover calendar, but usually I can make things work. I’m quite a flexible person and I appreciate flexibility from pet parents. My biggest priority are making sure the pets are happy and safe always. I will follow any boundaries in homes I am staying at. If you are crate or leash training that is perfectly okay with me. I will always make sure to know where the dogs are at all times as well. When I am overnight/day sitting I prefer to stay with the animals most of the time
About: I'm a pet-loving mother of four with three children in college—and enjoying the wonderful pets I have met through this site. I have lived in Scotch Plains for almost 15 years. I watch several dogs regularly on a private basis and am excited to be part of the Rover community. I grew up with a beloved menagerie that included three cats, two beloved dachshunds and a poodle and have enjoyed watching a variety of dogs, including a bulldog, a French bulldog, a Bernese, a labradoodle, and, of course, mixed breeds. I love walking and daily yoga and look forward to helping your pets get the fresh air, activity and affection they need when you are working or otherwise busy. I am a freelance writer with a flexible schedule and have time for walks and visits before or after work and at lunchtime. Having raised a family, I know how important it is to have a pet sitter who is mature and reliable and understands how deeply you love your pets--and am honored to assist you in keeping them happy and healthy. I am a freelance writer with a flexible schedule and my own car. I rise early every day, and I am often available on weekends. I am often available at lunch time to clients who need their dogs walked mid day. I am a mature, reliable and organized mother of four and will treat your beloved and adorable pet like a member of my own family.
“Angelica is amazing! This is my first time with Rover and I will always book ahead and use her. I have a rescue dog Micky that is not friendly to most people and needs to be cared for from our home From the first Micky really liked her and was well taken care of. Angelica took severe photos per day and texted my husband and I about how Micky was doing. We look forward to future travel knowing our dogs are in good hands!”
“I could not be more pleased with McKenna watching my Lily! She accommodated a last-minute request, and I am so grateful she was available. My Lily can be a handful at times, but she took to McKenna, relaxed, and was a very good girl. I received photos and updates while away, which put me at ease so I could fully enjoy my time away from my fur baby. McKenna is such a lovely, sweet young woman who clearly loves and knows how to care for pets. I felt great having her in my home watching over my sweet, sometimes not-so-sweet, Lily. I would contact McKenna again without hesitation. She is amazing!”
“Katie is just fantastic at taking care of dogs. She went above and beyond with our dogs during their last visit. She was able to handle both of their needs and eccentricities with no problems whatsoever. The best compliment I can pay is that we had no worries at all during our trip and were fully confident that she would’ve handled anything, maybe even better than we could have. 10/10 would ask her back again to watch them!”
About: I have experience with taking care of big and small dogs and cats. My first dog was a St. Bernard/Lab mix and I currently have a two havanese pups that are brothers. I am dependable, and I believe in clear communication and provide frequent updates and pictures to ensure that owners are completely comfortable knowing that their pets are safe and happy :) I am currently a student at Rutgers so I have open availability M-F (in the summer) after 12pm and most weekends! I’m pretty flexible with my time, just let me know what works for you. I know pets can be sensitive to change, especially when missing their usual people. I’m good at understanding the different signals for what your pet may be trying to tell me, so I will make sure to build trust and be compassionate if they want extra attention or a bit of space to adjust!
“We highly recommend Viv for pet sitting. I was nervous about leaving our fur babies with someone we didn’t know, so spent hours reading reviews on the Rover site and was very impressed by how many great reviews there were for Viv. I’m so glad we found her! She took the time to come for a “meet and greet” before booking, asked great questions about their needs, and then sent very thorough and comforting updates and pictures/videos each day. Knowing that our pets were in such good care made our vacation that much better. Thank you Viv!!!”
About: I’ve grown up with all types of dogs. In high school I volunteered at my local shelter and grew to love cats too. Senior pets are my favorite, but I love all animals big or small! I’m currently working a part time job so I’ll have plenty of time to hang with your pets! Also available for in-house pet sitting as needed Happy to pet sit at your place overnight or just walk and hang out with your pets! I love the company of pets, dogs and cats alike, and will make sure they get the enrichment they need.
About: From birth, I’ve always cared for pets. I saw my first dog, Max, to the end of his life at the age of 19. Currently owning cats with my family, I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, fish, even snakes. I’ve raised kittens and puppies and though I have little experience training, I’m a fast learner and I love a challege. Currently working part time at Universal, I would love to spend time with and take care of your pets. I normally have Sundays, Thursdays, and Fridays off so I can stay home and enrich your furry family members and on the other days I generally work mornings so I’ll be back for an afternoon of play time. I’m great to sticking to plans and schedules, and I will do everything I can to make sure your furry friend(s) is as comfortable and happy as they can be without their person around.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Paige is the first sitter we hire through this app. And the experience couldn’t have been easier. She came to the house to meet Toby a few days before the actual sitting and it was great, in general he is afraid of other people and has Separation Anxiety, but with her he was all happy and playful. On the sitting day she arrived on time, and took the time to go over the care details for Toby and he continued his regular routine. Additionally, she spent time playing with him throughout the day. Toby really liked spending time with her and it was like we had never left the house. She is a great sitter and we will be hiring her again.”
“Coral took great care of Cleo! She went above and beyond getting to know us and Cleo, and was proactive about reaching out and providing updates + responsive to us. Her love for dogs showed from the start - would highly recommend!”
“Sara was amazing! She jumped right into action given it was a last min booking. She sent lots of pictures and videos and kept me informed on my baby through out the day. Definitely will be using Sara as long as she’s available.”
“Javier is a very good sitter who watched our little one through Thanksgiving break. He gave great updates throughout and gave us a good debrief afterwards”
“It was a very nice experience having Veronica cat sit my two fur babies. She was very good at communicating and very responsible! My cats really took to her fast, considering I have one that is very cautious around new people, was warming up to her quickly. When I came home things felt very good, the cats seemed happy and things went very smooth overall! I felt I could trust her so I was at ease while away! Will call again! :)”
About: I grew up with three beautiful dogs. Since then, I fell in love with dogs and learning about them. I finally adopted my own almost 3 years ago and it’s been a trip! I think every dog has different needs and I apply all the training, games, walks, mental stimulation and even cooking that I’ve been learning from them. I think good care is more than just walks. They are loving and I’m here for all they need to be balanced, fulfilled and HAPPY. Completely free early mornings, afternoons and weekends. I take my own dog for an early morning walk before work and make sure she is ready for some time alone while my wife and I work. We live in a beautiful apartment complex with tons of nature, dog park and plenty of areas to walk. We usually get in the car and take the dogs to play at bigger parks, the beach, hikes… wherever can be to give them new experiences!
“Brian was awesome! Shelby loved him immediately....he was so nice, polite, and professional. We felt very comfortable having him watch Shelby while we went out to celebrate NYE. Thank you so much Brian!”
About: I have experience with both dog and cat sitting! I had a cat growing up for almost 15 years and I currently have a 3 year old puppy. I love getting to know your furry friends and finding out what makes them unique(: I have availability two mornings a week and five nights a week! I am free on the weekends ! But I am very flexible and can make most schedules work I have experience caring for dogs and cats and will cater my services to each individual animal’s care needs! Each animal is unique and I love getting to know your furry friends.
“Tara is wonderful. She takes great care of our senior dog, sending updates and pictures daily. She also takes incredible care of our home - it is always spotless when we return. She was super flexible when we had to change travel plans last minute. I can’t recommend her enough!”
About: I’ve taken care of several different dogs for 3 years. I love taking care of animals that’s a reason that I don’t see dog sitting as a job. I am available during the week days and some times weekends as well. I’ll all take care of walking , feeding, play time , exercise. As a dog owner, I understand the deep bond and care that comes with having a pet. When you're looking for someone to walk or take care of your dog, it's important to find someone who values your pet as much as you do. I strive to offer that same level of care and attention, ensuring your dog feels loved, safe, and happy in my care. You can trust that I will treat your dog with the same dedication and affection you do, giving you peace of mind while you're away.
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1. River M.
“I recommend River for anyone looking for a kind and reliable pet caregiver. River is great with my two dogs (pit mixes) and ensures they are safe and happy. My dogs, Phoebe and Molly, love their time with River. We have peace of mind knowing our dogs are in River’s good hands.”
2. Elaine P.
“Elaine is great with pets! Dogs naturally love her and her family jokes that she is a pet whisperer. Growing up with animals, Elaine has a knack for making animals feel safe and loved.”
3. Angelica P.
“Angelica is amazing! This is my first time with Rover and I will always book ahead and use her. I have a rescue dog Micky that is not friendly to most people and needs to be cared for from our home From the first Micky really liked her and was well taken care of. Angelica took severe photos per day and texted my husband and I about how Micky was doing. We look forward to future travel knowing our dogs are in good hands!”
4. McKenna B.
“I could not be more pleased with McKenna watching my Lily! She accommodated a last-minute request, and I am so grateful she was available. My Lily can be a handful at times, but she took to McKenna, relaxed, and was a very good girl. I received photos and updates while away, which put me at ease so I could fully enjoy my time away from my fur baby. McKenna is such a lovely, sweet young woman who clearly loves and knows how to care for pets. I felt great having her in my home watching over my sweet, sometimes not-so-sweet, Lily. I would contact McKenna again without hesitation. She is amazing!”
5. Katie M.
“Katie is just fantastic at taking care of dogs. She went above and beyond with our dogs during their last visit. She was able to handle both of their needs and eccentricities with no problems whatsoever. The best compliment I can pay is that we had no worries at all during our trip and were fully confident that she would’ve handled anything, maybe even better than we could have. 10/10 would ask her back again to watch them!”
6. Micaela B.
“Micaela has previously held a job caregiving for the elderly. With the amount of commitment, precision, and patience it takes to care for the elderly, I highly recommend her as a loving pet caregiver. She is the owner of two happy and healthy dogs and will provide the same love and care she would for other pets.”
7. Vivian S.
“We highly recommend Viv for pet sitting. I was nervous about leaving our fur babies with someone we didn’t know, so spent hours reading reviews on the Rover site and was very impressed by how many great reviews there were for Viv. I’m so glad we found her! She took the time to come for a “meet and greet” before booking, asked great questions about their needs, and then sent very thorough and comforting updates and pictures/videos each day. Knowing that our pets were in such good care made our vacation that much better. Thank you Viv!!!”
8. Taylor S.
About: I’ve grown up with all types of dogs. In high school I volunteered at my local shelter and grew to love cats too. Senior pets are my favorite, but I love all animals big or small! I’m currently working a part time job so I’ll have plenty of time to hang with your pets! Also available for in-house pet sitting as needed Happy to pet sit at your place overnight or just walk and hang out with your pets! I love the company of pets, dogs and cats alike, and will make sure they get the enrichment they need.
9. Melany "Style" B.
“This is an animal lover if I’ve ever seen one! I’ve never seen so much love, care, and knowledge gone into animal care in a very long time. You will not regret allowing them to take care of your pets.”
10. Paige M.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Paige is the first sitter we hire through this app. And the experience couldn’t have been easier. She came to the house to meet Toby a few days before the actual sitting and it was great, in general he is afraid of other people and has Separation Anxiety, but with her he was all happy and playful. On the sitting day she arrived on time, and took the time to go over the care details for Toby and he continued his regular routine. Additionally, she spent time playing with him throughout the day. Toby really liked spending time with her and it was like we had never left the house. She is a great sitter and we will be hiring her again.”
11. Coral H.
“Coral took great care of Cleo! She went above and beyond getting to know us and Cleo, and was proactive about reaching out and providing updates + responsive to us. Her love for dogs showed from the start - would highly recommend!”
12. Sara P.
“Sara was amazing! She jumped right into action given it was a last min booking. She sent lots of pictures and videos and kept me informed on my baby through out the day. Definitely will be using Sara as long as she’s available.”
13. Javier O.
“Javier is a very good sitter who watched our little one through Thanksgiving break. He gave great updates throughout and gave us a good debrief afterwards”
14. Veronica R.
“It was a very nice experience having Veronica cat sit my two fur babies. She was very good at communicating and very responsible! My cats really took to her fast, considering I have one that is very cautious around new people, was warming up to her quickly. When I came home things felt very good, the cats seemed happy and things went very smooth overall! I felt I could trust her so I was at ease while away! Will call again! :)”
15. Eva M.
“I’m thrilled to recommend Eva as a pet sitter and dog walker. She has an incredible love for animals and a natural ability to connect with them. She is always attentive and caring, ensuring every pet feels safe and loved. You can trust her to stick to routines, handle any special needs, and give your pets the attention they deserve. Eva is super reliable and communicative, always keeping you updated with texts and photos. She has a calm, friendly demeanor that pets instantly warm up to. If you need someone responsible, loving, and dedicated to caring for your furry friends, Eva is the perfect choice.”
16. Brian R.
“Brian was awesome! Shelby loved him immediately....he was so nice, polite, and professional. We felt very comfortable having him watch Shelby while we went out to celebrate NYE. Thank you so much Brian!”
17. Jessica Rose I.
“I have used Jessica for many years to watch my dog whenever I go on vacation or I need someone to take her out for a walk. She is caring and responsible. My dog loves her and is always so happy to be with Jessica. I 100% recommend her to care for anyone's pet.”
18. Tara T.
“Tara is wonderful. She takes great care of our senior dog, sending updates and pictures daily. She also takes incredible care of our home - it is always spotless when we return. She was super flexible when we had to change travel plans last minute. I can’t recommend her enough!”
19. Osman G.
“Efe has been an incredible pet caregiver, showing a deep sense of responsibility and genuine love for animals. My pet always feels comfortable and well cared for in Efe's hands. I highly recommend Efe to anyone looking for a dependable and caring pet sitter.”
20. Laura H.
“Laura was amazing, and very communicative, pics, and videos. She is differently a keeper. thank you so much, Laura.”
Over 14 pet parents in Avenel have booked house sitting
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Avenel is $55
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Avenel on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $55 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jun 2025, there are 15,040 house sitters in Avenel. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 83% of Avenel house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Avenel have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Avenel.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Avenel house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
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