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Sitter Profile Image: Kim R.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
7 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Barnegat, NJ, 08005

Kim was wonderful with our Scouty! She sent lotsnof pictures, was able to tend to his medical needs, and kept him calm and happy while we were away. It was hard to leave him, as we know he gets anxious when we're away, but we had no worries once he was there. Wonderful experience! Thanks, Kim!

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Toms river, NJ, 08753

Nicole took such amazing care of our dog Dakota while we were away! We’ve used her twice now, and both times Dakota came home sooo happy. You can really tell Nicole genuinely cares about the dogs she watches. She even recommended a great groomer for Dakota, which we really appreciated. She has a nice backyard, and her kids and dogs are super friendly, so Dakota had plenty of fun and social time while staying there. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Dakota was in such good hands. We highly recommend Nicole — definitely a 5-star experience!

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Nicolena W.
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$60
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4.7 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
10 years of experience
Seaside Park, NJ, 08752

Nicolena was great! I highly recommend here! My dog has bad separation anxiety and she was amazing with Blaze! Kept me updated throughout his stay! She is very good with dogs and would recommend her and would absolutely leave Blaze with her again!

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Patricia M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
125 reviews
56 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Brick, NJ, 08723

Patricia is fantastic. The girls loved her and she sent us pictures while they were with her. The pictures made our day. Thanks so much Patricia for allowing us to have a guilt free vacation.

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Lisa V.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
22 repeat clients
37 years of experience
Toms River, NJ, 08753

Lisa was amazing! We had to make last minute adjustments for a trip out of the country for my Ella to stay with her. She was patient and understanding. The best part is when I went to pick my girl up after not seeing her for 10 days, she was still herself. It's obvious that Lisa has a love for animals. I would recommend to anyone :)

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Margaret B.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Toms River, NJ, 08757

About: I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of dogs . My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets and caring for family friends dogs as well. I am a retired teacher who know has plenty of time on my hands - makes me available to care for your pups in your home or mine . I love long walks, cuddles and playtime with furry friends in my home or yours. Whatever makes your pet happy can be attained through thoughtful and caring communication.

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MATTHEW B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Beachwood, NJ, 08722

Matthew and his family were great hosts to our Welsh Terrier Winnie. She is an active dog with a lot of attitude. With their two dogs Henry and Jacks they were able to keep her running, walking, and content. We know our dog had a great time when she comes home spent, worn out, and sleeping for two days. Matthew sent pictures each day and Winnie had a blast. Two thumbs up and we will gladly use Matthew again..if he'll let our 17lb beast back in their home!

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Daisy J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Waretown, NJ, 08758

Daisy was very sweet and attentive to Hari. She provided us with photos and he looked content in all of them. She gave him his meds and he was walked every day. He looked clean and healthy when we picked him up. We will definitely be using Daisy again.

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Judy U.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ocean Gate, NJ, 08740

Judy is AMAZING! I felt so comfortable leaving my baby with her, she sent me pictures and videos and updates and I will send Tyson to her every time I need a sitter! I knew she loved my boy just as much as me the second I left her house after dropping him off.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaliopy K.
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Kaliopy K.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Sea Girt, NJ, 08750

Fantastic experience ! My dog had such a great time with Kali. She really cares about making sure your dog is happy. My dog was sooo happy. I would highly recommend Kali.

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Toms river, NJ, 08755

We had such a wonderful experience! Our Goldendoodle was so well cared for and she absolutely loved playing with their son. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing she was treated like part of the family. She came home happy, relaxed, and clearly loved. We’re so grateful for the loving care and great communication! We will definitely book again!

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Kimberlee M.
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$45
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15 years of experience
Toms River, NJ, 08753

About: I have always been a lover of animals. I grew up with cats, dogs, rabbits, guniea pigs, and hamsters. Every single animal I’ve had has been given the love they deserve. Giving them all their play time, I have a huge fenced in yard for dogs to run around in and play fetch. If pets need their own space, I can accommodate that. If you need me to take extra time out for them I can offer that as well! I’m here to help! I am a hairstylist by trade for 27 years and love what I do, I work part time to be home more with my children. Being a hairstylist, I love helping my clients look and feel good. That being said, I figured I can help people in other ways as well and being that I love animals, why not help people with their pets by taking care of them! I take my dog on daily walks, except for Tuesdays and Saturdays but those are the days I work in the salon, but my husband takes our dog out. She also will go to my mother's house in the summer to swim with us as she absolutely loves the pool! Being that I am home most of the week, watching dogs fits well into my schedule. I will treat other people's pets as if they were my own. As long as they are potty trained, I will allow them to walk freely in my home, I have a huge fenced in yard for them to run and play. As long as the weather is beautiful out, I will take them on walks as well with my family! Myself and my family will treat your pets as if they were ours! We will show them love the entire time they are with us!

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Gwen D.
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$55
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4.8 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Toms River, NJ, 08753

Gwen and her family took wonderful care of Molly! Her daughters were so sweet with her and Molly got along great with their dog. I will definitely be calling Gwen again!

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$105
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Point Pleasant, NJ, 08742

We had such a great experience with MJ! She was reliable, communicative, and clearly cared about our dog. We received regular updates with pictures, and she even sent our dog home with a sweet note. We would absolutely trust MJ again to watch our dog, and highly recommend her to anyone looking for one!

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Jouseline G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Manahawkin, NJ, 08050

Jousline did an amazing job caring for my French Bulldog, Jorden. She was attentive, reliable, and made sure he was comfortable and well taken care of the entire time. Jorden can be a little particular, but Jousline was patient and handled everything professionally. I also appreciated the updates and communication, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. I would absolutely recommend Jousline to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter!

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18 reviews
3 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Manchester Township, NJ, 08759

Max had a wonderful time with Mark and will be looking forward to the next time he stays with him. Mark kept me posted on their time together with regular photos and videos, and I had absolute trust in the care he was giving my boy. I would not hesitate in calling on Mark in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Anne R.
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Anne R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
15 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Lanoka Harbor, NJ, 08734

We left our dog Wicket for a week, and we’re so glad we found Anne. Leaving her was not easy, but knowing that she was going to be well taken care of was so comforting. We got daily pics and updates from Anne and could tell when we picked her up that she had a great time there. Still the same happy puppy she was when she left her. It was so easy to book and th convenience of having Anne so close to home was great. She’s super friendly and loved our dog like she was her own.

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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Toms River, NJ, 08753

Crystal took exception care of Bailer wile we were away for 10 days. She sent pictures on a regular basic and kept us updated on how he was doing! I will defiantly be using Crystal again when we go away.

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Kate F.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Brick, NJ, 08724

Kate was amazing with our dog. He came home exhausted from playing with her, her dog and her family. I'd be very happy to use her services again and would highly recommend her.

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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Brick Township, NJ, 08723

About: I am a work from home dog mom and love my German Shorthaired Pointer, Remi. We go to the beach, park and go on neighborhood walks every day. I have the availability and capacity to have another dog to tag along. I have fostered dogs in the past and love helping a dog have a safe and comfortable place to stay! I work from home and take my dog for a walk every few hours or bring her to the beach or the park on my lunch break. Dogs have plenty of toys and comfortable places to relax and play while I work. Remi would love to keep your pup company! I have the room to have your dog set up however they need. If your pup is crate trained, I have a spare one to set up for them with all the comfy things needed to put in it. I have lots of treats and toys for pups to play with and a safe, dog-friendly neighborhood to walk them in.

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I can't say enough how wonderful it is to be able to spend time away knowing that Melissa will be looking after our Misty. Misty loves her and is ways so excited to see her, and she is very responsive to our communications. We couldn't be more grateful to have the peace of mind we do when Misty is in Melissa's hands!

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Carolee M.
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I was so pleased with the care my Chewie got with Joanna! She sent me several pictures over the course of the visit and praised him constantly. We will definitely book her again!

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Amy T.
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Another great stay for Rusko! Diana & Raul always treat our dog like their own. They make you feel at ease when you’re away. He loves you guys and makes us feel like you’re truly his second owners. Thank you again for going above and beyond!!

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Justine C.
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Anne was fabulous with our senior dog Nelson! She was so kind and warm. He absolutely had a fabulous time with her, her grandkids and her lovely backyard. She did such a great job taking care of him and giving him all his heart meds on his crazy schedule. We will absolutely be back! Thanks so much Anne 😊

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Amanda S.
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We will definitely rebook. The communication was great and the environment was perfect for our dogs. They were very accommodating and our dogs didn't even want to come home. I definitely recommend booking with this family.

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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Forked River on Rover is $46.62 per night (as of June 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

There are 572 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Forked River. About 88% of Forked River sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

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Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in NJ ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.

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