House Sitting in Avenel

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Sitter Profile Image: McKenna B.
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McKenna B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Colonia, NJ, 07067

If I could give McKenna 10 stars I would! McKenna house sat our 4 year old pup Finley for 6 days/ nights while we took a family trip. Not one day went by without pictures and lovely communication about Fin! Our boy was so well taken care of and loved, we felt incredibly comfortable and secure simply knowing she was there with him. Ty again McKenna!!

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Melissa H.
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Jessica Rose I.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
17 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Colonia, NJ, 07067

Jessica was lovely to work with. She sent the occasionally update and my pups looked like they were having the time of their lives. They were happy and exhausted when we got home. Definitely rebooking her for future stays.

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Danielle M.
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Laura L.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Woodbridge, NJ, 07095

Laura watched our dog at our home while we were away for a few days. She did an excellent job with our dog and treated our home with respect. We will definitely reach out in the future when we can't bring our pup on trips! Highly recommend Laura

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Sitter Profile Image: Shanette K.
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Shanette K.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Linden, NJ, 07036

Shanette was very attentive to my puppy. She sent photos and updates which was nice to have. I will use her services again. Thank you Shanette!

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Sitter Profile Image: Erica O.
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Erica O.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Woodbridge, NJ, 07095

About: My name is Erica and I am an enthusiastic and dedicated caretaker for your pets and plants! I have been a babysitter since I was 14 years old, and have extended my services to petsitting in the last year. I have experience in taking care of small to medium sized dogs, young and old, for family and friends as needed in the past and want to extend my dog sitting care to my community. I am happy to housesit as well as walk, feed, and care for your pets, and most importantly, foster a safe and happy environment for them. I can't wait to meet your beloved companions and befriend them too. I am available for evening petsitting or walks after 5pm on weekdays, and all day on Saturday and Sunday, overnights on weekends only. I can accommodate for your schedule if needed. I have reliable transportation to your home and will be respectful of your living space and your pet's routine. I am happy to give your dog a walk, take them out for breaks, feed, and/or entertain them as needed.

Sitter Profile Image: Nicholas S.
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Nicholas S.
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$35
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2 years of experience
Rahway, NJ, 07065

About: I've been a petsitter since middle school. I've looked after cats and dogs both young and old, large and small. I'm very flexible and I take special care to keep each pet I care for comfortable and happy. I'm not currently employed, so I have plenty of time. I prefer late hours, but I can handle early risers too. I have a club event every second and fourth Tuesday; otherwise I'm fairly flexible with my activities. I will meet your pet wherever they are. If they need affection, I can give it; if they need space, I can give it. I put their well-being first, no matter what. If they make a mess, I will clean it up.

Sitter Profile Image: Shandy G.
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Shandy G.
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$150
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4.9 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
7 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Woodbridge Township, NJ, 08830

Shandy was awesome. She kept in great contact, and gave all my pets a lot of love and attention. Came home to a clean house and happy pets. Will definitely rebook with her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia R.
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Alicia R.
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$50
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25 years of experience
Linden, NJ, 07036

About: Animals have been part of my family for as long as I can remember — and I treat every pet in my care the same way. From tiny 4-week-old babies to cherished 16-year-old seniors, I’ve had the privilege of raising and caring for animals through every stage of life. With over 20 years in the animal welfare field, I bring hands-on experience with a wide range of behavioral personalities and medical needs. I’m Fear Free Certified and Pet CPR Certified, so your furry family member is always in knowledgeable, compassionate hands. Whether it’s a relaxing cuddle session or an adventurous walk exploring new sights and smells, I love creating safe, enriching experiences for my four-legged friends. Your pet’s comfort, safety, and happiness will always be my top priority. 💛🐶🐾 I'm currently working from home with full availability to be present for your pups. Can adjust hours either morning, afternoon or evening for walks depending on regular schedules or weather. To ensure your pet stays comfortable and consistent, I prefer in-home sitting so their established routine remains uninterrupted. Maintaining the schedule you’ve thoughtfully created helps reduce stress and keeps everything feeling familiar while you’re away. I’m happy to continue any training, crating routines, medications, or enrichment activities so there’s no disruption to their progress.

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Michael d.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
15 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08817

Michael was pleasant, on time and most importantly my frenchie took to him right away! Great experience

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Sitter Profile Image: Veronica R.
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Veronica R.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
16 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Woodbridge Township, NJ, 08863

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! :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Tina L.
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Tina L.
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$95
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4.9 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
19 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08820

You did an Excellent job with our boys. They were Happy and Content when we returned. We appreciated all the pictures and updates along the way. We definitely would like to use you again. Thank you for a great job.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kerry Ann H.
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Kerry Ann H.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
6 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

Kerry was a great house sitter! Took such wonderful care of our furbaby dog and house. Super communicative with updates and pics, which we really appreciated. Kerry even left a little goodybag for our dog. Would definitely book again!

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Tiffany C.
Sitter Profile Image: Taylor S.
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Taylor S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rahway, NJ, 07065

Taylor was great from start to finish. She was super responsive and took great care of our anxious pup while we were away. She stayed at our house throughout since our dog does not do well with other dogs. She updated us throughout her stay with her and was very flexible and accommodating when our travel plans changed last minute. Highly recommend Taylor!

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Jennifer B.
Sitter Profile Image: Tara T.
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Tara T.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Iselin, NJ, 08830

Tara took very good care of my dog while I was attending my sisters wedding. She kept me informed on how he was doing throughout the night. She was also super flexible on staying a bit late when I needed her to. I’ll definitely use her again in the future if needed. Thank You Tara!

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Sitter Profile Image: River M.
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River M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
8 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

Very attentive to our pup and proactive on communication

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Sitter Profile Image: Maia P.
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Maia P.
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$60
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2 years of experience
Linden, NJ, 07036

I strongly recommend Maia, who was terrific with my dogs when I needed to travel out of town. She took wonderful care of my elderly Great Pyrenees, who has special needs, as well as his less needy sibling. She was great at communicating and let me know about a developing ear infection that she noticed, so we were able to treat that promptly. Plus, she went above and beyond in keeping the house clean. I will certainly contact her again the next time I need to travel.

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Sitter Profile Image: Vivian S.
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Vivian S.
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$63
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
233 reviews
41 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Metuchen, NJ, 08840

Vivian is a rockstar! She did such a thorough job house sitting our two dogs and cat while we traveled. We got so many adorable photos, and so much communication including a daily detailed “pupdate”! I will definitely be booking Vivian again! A+++++!!!!

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Jennifer A.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
34 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Sayreville, NJ, 08872

My wife and I just had Jennifer stay with our dog for the very first time …. it was perfect! Wylie and Jennifer got along great! Jennifer made him feel loved and comfortable. Wylie has a strong attachment to my wife, but Jennifer won him over. While the Rover website is great and easy to work with, Jennifer walked us through the process, explained what she could do and made us feel good about leaving Wylie in the hands of a complete stranger (a stranger no more). We were equally impressed with how well Jennifer treated our home. We were gone overnight and Jennifer stayed with Wylie in our home. There is no question that I very highly recommend Jennifer to anyone who is the least bit nervous about having a pet-sitter. We plan on using her every chance we get!

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Sitter Profile Image: Maeve R.
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Maeve R.
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$75
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4.9 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
8 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Scotch plains, NJ, 07076

Maeve was attentive to Blueberry and the details of caring for her and for my home. I am very pleased to have found Maeve and recommend her highly. I will certainly be working with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth C.
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Elizabeth C.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
13 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Woodbridge, NJ, 07095

About: I am a veterinary technician, currently studying to be a vet that loves to take care of pets. I am great in case of emergencies I am at school and I’m home all day as I do online schooling for now. I am available whenever you are. Always ready to work I own a house with a fence big backyard and plenty of space to play . I can drive to your house or whatever works for you.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Vanessa was absolutely fabulous. She took great care of my 3 big dogs, and they loved her. She kept my house immaculate, followed general care, food, and medical instructions to the letter, and sent me lots of pics of happy dogs! I would use her again in a heartbeat.

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Gina L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shandy and her husband Brian took great care of Jax! We felt he was in safe and caring hands with them. They shared frequent updates with pictures and we could tell he was warming up to them. Our house was left very clean. Jax looks forward to seeing them again!

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Lisa K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura is a fantastic sitter and went the extra mile with our dog Lucy after we had delays getting home. Highly recommend!

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Nathan R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My boys were so well cared for. Jessica is a find! She is professional and caring. My husband was even comfortable and that is going some ! Can’t wait to see her again

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Jeannie B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Veronica is always super attentive to our dog and does a great job taking care of her. We trust her to make sure Lola is safe and all her needs are met. Thank you!!!

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Emily P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Razan did a wonderful job sitting for our pups as well as our place! My pups can be particular and she adapted to them and their quirks well - she had great communication and gave lots of pics and updates!

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Diana K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

It was so wonderful knowing that McKenna was taking care of our dogs while we had to be away from home. She was incredibly attentive to them and made sure that they were happy and safe the whole time. Thank you for everything, McKenna!

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Andrea C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen did a real great job taking care of our two pups. We had an emergency where we could not fly in as originally planned as she extended her days to take care of our dogs. The dogs looked happy, where comfortable and loved playing with her.

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Liz C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

So happy we were lucky enough to find Christina to watch our dear pup. She was very easy to work with, good communication and took care of our dog’s needs. Highly recommend her house sitting services, I will be happy to work with her again in the future.

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Megan N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Naja is wonderful! She stayed in my apartment for two weeks to take care of my energetic orange cat who has some special needs. Naja was responsive, caring, patient, and trustworthy for the duration of her stay. I recommend her to all pet parents!

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Leah C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our babies loved to have Paige here. They were well cared for and she kept us informed about their day. We will be using Paige again!

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Madeleine R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor did a wonderful job watching our fur babies! She gave great updates so we knew they were well taken care of and having a great time

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Kayleigh H.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Avenel is $60

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Sitters in Avenel average 3
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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 Apr 2026 was about $60 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.

If you’re searching for a Avenel house sitter for the first time, visit the house sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a house sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Apr 2026, there are 16,315 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, 84% 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

Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.