Pet Sitting in Fanwood
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Top rated Fanwood pet sitters
“Elaine is truly an angel. She was heaven sent. Our elderly Chihuahua is difficult and she was able to take care of him and made it seem effortless. She even had to sing to him to get him to get out of his bed!!! She sent pictures and communicated in real time. We are very grateful for her and would give a 10 star review if that was an option. Thank you Elaine!”
“Nicolette was very caring and attentive to my pups. She kept me updated on their activity and well-being with a full report and pictures. I highly recommend her and will book again.”
“Second time having Sara over for visits with my cat while I was away. She was wonderful, communicated well, sent lots of updates with cute photos and videos. I highly recommend Sara for your cat visiting needs!”
About: I’ve grown up surrounded by all kinds of pets and love caring for them. Over the years, I’ve helped friends, family, and neighbors with their pets—whether it’s feeding, bathing, walking, cleaning up, or just spending time playing and giving them attention. I’m comfortable with all aspects of pet care and always treat every animal like they’re my own. I’m currently a commuter student, and i only have class 3 days a week. So I’m able to fit pet care very flexibly into my schedule! I will always make sure to make time your your animals. I follow each pet’s routine to keep them comfortable, making sure they’re fed, walked, cleaned up after, and given plenty of play and attention. My priority is keeping them safe, happy, and loved in your home.
“Matthew has been a fabulous friend to my Lara, who has been going through the heartbreak of losing a canine companion and needs extra TLC (along with the occasional pee break). He has been reliable and wonderful to have as a part of her emotional support team (and will soon be the same for a new puppy!)”
“I cannot recommend Diana enough! She took such incredible care of our pup, Moose, while we were away. We received regular updates & adorable photos! If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, compassionate, and truly dedicated, Diana is everything you’d hope for in a sitter. We’re beyond grateful and will 100% be booking again!”
“Mike was so great! He is so patient and kept me updated on my pup. It was my first time leaving her with someone so this experience was a little scary for me but he did so well in making me feel like my Ivy is okay! Will defiantly book with him again confidently when I travel again.”
About: I'm Anthony. I am a native Jersey Boy and I love animals (especially dogs). I currently do not have a dog. I am in the process of applying to volunteer at a local animal shelter, and have decided to also sign up for Rover to [word] my love for animals. I grew up with both small (yorkies, Maltese's, silkies, and Pomeranians) and large dogs (Boxers). I am particularly fond of small lap dogs and I have owned 3 Pomeranians myself (Bear, Lionel, & Samson!). I am a very responsible pet-owner and sitter who works remotely at a large hospital in NYC. My experience with small dogs is extensive. I've had no problem waking up in the middle of the night raising my puppies and feeding them to prevent hypoglycemia. I've also trained dogs to use both pee pads and to go potty outdoors (a feat that was very impressive to several Veterinarians!). And, as a marathoner, I enjoy walking, jogging, and running with all dogs or an energetic play session in my apartment. Additionally, as a previous owner of pure-bred dogs, I am familiar with breed specific medical conditions and as a healthcare worker am well equipped to administer medication and monitor health concerns and/or issues. For larger dogs, as I am a runner, I enjoy tiring them out (if okay with the owner). I grew up leash training out boxers to jog alongside me. I lead a very active lifestyle, and am a fan of including dogs in the lifestyle (if okay with the owner). As Westfield is a very walkable city, I enjoy taking doggos to coffee shops or dinner al fresco. I work from home 100%. I am a Manager for an NYC Hospital and work 9am - 5pm. I am very active (early morning runs, late evening runs) and am well-equipped to tend and care for dogs with my full attention. We live in an apartment with no other pets and we are fine accommodating your dog's permanent home environment and routine. We have a crate and dog gates.
“Lisa was wonderful! I had a death in my family and needed someone asap for my 3 dogs. Lisa came out immediately to meet my boys. She did a great job and I would use her again. Thanks Lisa!”
About: I have been around dogs since the age of 2. I was always around my uncle's german shepherd until my family got a dog of our own. Her name is Lia and shes a puggle. I currently have 4 dogs. I have watched family members and neighbors dogs many times before. Im currently working part time and looking for something productive to do while I am not working. I saw rover and thought this is perfect. I have a big yard for dogs, I go on lots of walks daily and I have four amazing fur babies of my own !
“"Booking with Rover and finding the perfect dog sitter was an absolute delight! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and stress-free. The platform's intuitive interface made it easy to browse through a diverse range of experienced sitters, each accompanied by detailed profiles and glowing reviews from other pet owners. After selecting the perfect match for my furry friend, communication was effortless, and I felt reassured knowing that my beloved pet was in capable hands. The updates and photos provided throughout my dog's stay further solidified my confidence in Rover's exceptional service. I highly recommend Rover to any pet owner seeking reliable and loving care for their furry family members."”
About: I truly care about all animals’ physical needs as well as their mental health. They are animals, and we are also animals, we both got feelings. I’m available for most weekends and holidays to take care of your furry family when you are away. When boarding your dogs, I’m 24 hours home. I have a high crate, and I make sure the dogs are on leash when going out for a walk. Our complex is huge with a lot of grass where the residents love to have dogs living here. We are 10-mins away from beautiful parks where I took my dog over there all the time.
“Richie is great. I have booked his services a couple of times to visit our home to take care of our dog Pepper. Richie is reliable, and stays in communication by sending me photos and texts on each visit. Ensured Pepper was fed, had plenty of water, gave treats, and allergy medication. It gives us peace of mind that Pepper is well taken care of while we are away. Also, Richie brought in our mail and packages. If you're looking for someone to care for your furry family member, consider Richie.”
“Elizabeth is so sweet, warm, and loving! I can tell just how much she loves our dogs and they love her too. We are so excited for Elizabeth to walk our babies every day!”
About: I have been taking care and pet sitting all kinds of pets and animals since I was 16 years old. I have worked in dog daycares and boarding facilities for around 3 years. I have been trained in dog behavior, temperament, and care. I have a lot of experience with providing dogs and other pets with the proper care they deserve. I love all kinds of animals and want to provide the best care for your pets. I am currently not working so I have lots of available time to provide visits and care for your pets. I am more available during the daytime but can do evening visits as well. I cannot provide care in my own home but I am very open and willing to provide care in my clients home. I love and care about routines so any routine your pet needs to follow I will be able to provide that in my clients home.
About: I have worked for K9 resorts for about 3 years now, I clean for them, feed them, take them out to play and use the bathroom, and watch over the dogs in the daycare, sometimes 100+ dogs at a time. In addition, family members have always come to me to watch their dogs when they go away, I have many years experience sitting dogs, have been since as long as I can remember. Last but not least my dogs! I have never been without a dog in my house, aside from all my experience outside the house I've been taking care of and walking dogs my whole life. Because of this I consider myself a very experienced dog caretaker/sitter as well as walker. I currently work 6 days a week, for every day except Thursday, my work schedule is 1-7, any of those days I am available for sitting or walking before 12:30pm and after 7:30pm I make sure I know where the dog(s) is/are at all times. Depending on their personality, as I know some dogs may be a bit crazy and some are much more relaxed I would care for them accordingly, like my dog some may love the attention, I can play with the dogs and show them some love, for a more nervous dog I’m no stranger to taking it slow, many dogs at my job can be very nervous and it’s important to know how to approach them as I do. The crazier dogs may need to get some energy out by playing, walking, etc. As for walking the dogs, I am always aware of cars or other dogs/people incase the dog isn’t dog friendly or sometimes people friendly.
About: I've had dogs all my life, the most recently i had a awesome miniature poodle who I was fortunate to love and care for 17 years, so I am familiar with the needs of senior dogs. My schedule is fairly open every day after about 9 or ten am. I'd like a regular opportunity, but one offs will be good as well I am available for pet sitting at the clients home, but due to younger kids I can accommodate pets at my home. Walking and feeding and playing is ideal
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Elaine P.Star Sitter
“Elaine is truly an angel. She was heaven sent. Our elderly Chihuahua is difficult and she was able to take care of him and made it seem effortless. She even had to sing to him to get him to get out of his bed!!! She sent pictures and communicated in real time. We are very grateful for her and would give a 10 star review if that was an option. Thank you Elaine!”
Nicolette A.
“Nicolette was very caring and attentive to my pups. She kept me updated on their activity and well-being with a full report and pictures. I highly recommend her and will book again.”
Sara P.Star Sitter
“Second time having Sara over for visits with my cat while I was away. She was wonderful, communicated well, sent lots of updates with cute photos and videos. I highly recommend Sara for your cat visiting needs!”
Maeve R.Star Sitter
“Highly recommend! five stars ,very communicative and came promptly”
Veronica T.
“Veronica has been one of my favorite pet sitters to this day! When it came to pet sitting my older Shih Tzu she was very attentive and respectful. She was very easy to get in touch with and we (my dog included) look forward to working with her again!”
Matthew E.
“Matthew has been a fabulous friend to my Lara, who has been going through the heartbreak of losing a canine companion and needs extra TLC (along with the occasional pee break). He has been reliable and wonderful to have as a part of her emotional support team (and will soon be the same for a new puppy!)”
Diana L.Star Sitter
“I cannot recommend Diana enough! She took such incredible care of our pup, Moose, while we were away. We received regular updates & adorable photos! If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, compassionate, and truly dedicated, Diana is everything you’d hope for in a sitter. We’re beyond grateful and will 100% be booking again!”
Talia R.
“Talia did a great job watching my dog and cat. She even helped me at the last minute when I had a delayed flight. Will definitely use her again!”
Mike W.
“Mike was so great! He is so patient and kept me updated on my pup. It was my first time leaving her with someone so this experience was a little scary for me but he did so well in making me feel like my Ivy is okay! Will defiantly book with him again confidently when I travel again.”
Anthony O.
“Anthony is kind, caring, and most importantly LOVES dogs. He is organized and responsible, but also has a playful side that's silly and fun. I have always trusted him deeply and he would care for any animals as though they were his own, showering them with attention and love. He has great attention to detail to follow any instructions, and lots of energy to keep up with more active pups. I would have no hesitations about trusting Anthony to look after my pets (or my children!)”
Lisa & Albert K.Star Sitter
“Lisa was wonderful! I had a death in my family and needed someone asap for my 3 dogs. Lisa came out immediately to meet my boys. She did a great job and I would use her again. Thanks Lisa!”
McKayla H.
“McKayla is a wonderful animal person. She actually has four dogs of her own. She takes care of them. She feeds them she takes them where she goes. Her smallest dog is one that she found with it at four weeks of age with the tag that said I’m free she brought it home fed it with a bottle and took care of it. She will go out of her way to save an animal and make sure that it has a good home. Animals actually love her she plays with them spends time with them. She is living, kind , caring, annd patient Anyone who uses her will be EXTREMELY SATISFIED.”
Claire T.
“"Booking with Rover and finding the perfect dog sitter was an absolute delight! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and stress-free. The platform's intuitive interface made it easy to browse through a diverse range of experienced sitters, each accompanied by detailed profiles and glowing reviews from other pet owners. After selecting the perfect match for my furry friend, communication was effortless, and I felt reassured knowing that my beloved pet was in capable hands. The updates and photos provided throughout my dog's stay further solidified my confidence in Rover's exceptional service. I highly recommend Rover to any pet owner seeking reliable and loving care for their furry family members."”
Yao W.
“Yao is a compassionate and dependable pet lover who would be an amazing choice for a dog sitter or walker. Her genuine love for animals shines through in everything she does, and she has a natural talent for connecting with dogs of all personalities. Yao's reliability and attention to detail set her apart. She always follows instructions precisely and keeps pet owners updated, giving peace of mind knowing your furry friend is in great hands. With Yao, you can be confident that your dog will be well cared for and loved like family. I highly recommend Yao for anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter.”
Richie S.
“Richie is great. I have booked his services a couple of times to visit our home to take care of our dog Pepper. Richie is reliable, and stays in communication by sending me photos and texts on each visit. Ensured Pepper was fed, had plenty of water, gave treats, and allergy medication. It gives us peace of mind that Pepper is well taken care of while we are away. Also, Richie brought in our mail and packages. If you're looking for someone to care for your furry family member, consider Richie.”
Elizabeth T.
“Elizabeth is so sweet, warm, and loving! I can tell just how much she loves our dogs and they love her too. We are so excited for Elizabeth to walk our babies every day!”
Kayla P.
“I cannot recommend Kayla highly enough as a pet sitter. She is everything you would hope to find when trusting someone with your beloved animals—responsible, reliable, and incredibly caring. Kayla has a natural connection with animals, and it’s clear from the moment she meets them that she treats every pet as if they were her own. Kayla is extremely attentive to each pet’s individual needs, whether it’s administering medication, sticking to a feeding schedule, or simply spending quality time playing and cuddling. She’s detail-oriented, communicates clearly and regularly, and always keeps me updated with photos and notes, which gives me complete peace of mind when I’m away. What truly sets Kayla apart is her genuine love for animals, her professionalism, and her ability to handle any situation with calm and confidence. Whether it's a last-minute booking or special instructions, she always goes above and beyond. If you are looking for someone trustworthy, compassionate, and experienced to care for your pets, Kayla is the one.”
Camden R.
“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Camden his whole life and I’ve seen him develop a deep passion for caring for animals. He has a natural ability to connect with dogs, cats, and even small pets, and it’s clear he's committed to making sure animals feel safe, happy, and well cared for. Camden’s natural ability to connect with animals is evident, and I can always trust that my dogs are in the best hands. I wholeheartedly recommend Camden for any Rover client looking for a dedicated, caring, and responsible pet caregiver. He is the kind of person who genuinely loves animals and ensures they’re treated with the utmost care and respect.”
Paul S.
“Paul has always been a loving and attentive caregiver for my 17 year old mini poodle. He's always there when I need him -- highly recommend!”
Andrea T.
“Andrea took great care of my pups and gave them extra love. She was very caring and attentive. I will book her again in the future.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Fanwood on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 3,273 pet sitters in Fanwood. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 84% of Fanwood pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Fanwood have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Fanwood.
Rover makes it easy to find Fanwood pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 3,273 pet sitters in Fanwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Fanwood, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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