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Vanessa C.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
scotch plains, NJ, 07076

“Vanessa was absolutely great. This being the first time leaving our pet with someone. She made us fell very comfortable. We received frequent updates about how he was doing, via videos and text messages. She is a loving and caring sitter.”

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Jennifer J.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
8 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Linden, NJ, 07036

“Jennifer managed to squeeze us in last minute and was great with Tucker. She sent us pictures and videos and asked before giving him any sort of treats, which I appreciated.”

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Lindsay M.
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Vincent G.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ettingville, Staten Island, NY, 10308

“This was the first time I was apart from my dog for more than two days and the first day that I left the dog with a non relative. It was great to have someone as responsive and responsible as Vincent taking care of my dog. It is clear that Vincent loves dogs and does a great job taking care of them. When I picked my dog up it was clear he had a good week, was healthy, well fed and very happy.”

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Patricia L.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
18 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Bayonne, NJ, 07002

“Patricia watched our dog Mojo for 2 weeks while we were out of the country She regularly updated us and sent pictures. She was so nice to work with. Pick up and drop off were easy. We could tell Mojo had the best time with her. I would highly recommend her.”

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Leticia G.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

“Leticia was so kind, communicative, and caring for my senior shorkie Bella. I was updated daily with how she was doing with pictures. I really appreciated all the updates which kept my mind at ease. Highly recommend !”

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Jessica M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 99 reviews
31 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Union, NJ, 07083

“I was SO nervous to leave my old lady with a stranger, but Jessica and her pack were a perfect fit!! She clearly received loads of love and attention, as evidenced by the pictures and reports I regularly received, and we couldn't be happier. Thank you, Jessica, for giving Lily an even better vacation than we had!”

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Lauren I.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
15 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

“Lauren was extremely patient, and loving. Daisy had a great time with her. I got updates along the way and I was confident Daisy was in great care!”

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Marlo S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
6 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Upper Clinton Hill, Newark, NJ, 07108

“Marlo S. has been helping with my dog ​​Scout for a while now, and I've always had a great experience with her. She's easy to communicate with, reliable, and genuinely cares about the dogs she looks after. Scout is always happy to see her and comes back from his walks relaxed and in a good mood. It's good to know I can count on someone who treats my dog ​​with such care and attention. I would definitely recommend Marlo to anyone looking for a reliable and responsible dog walker or pet sitter. Thank you. 🫶🐶😃”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexa H.
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Alexa H.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 50 reviews
19 repeat clients
17 years of experience
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ, 07079

“We just used Alexa for the first time when we went on summer vacation. A new sitter always makes us feel nervous but Alexa helped put us at ease. She suggested a meet and greet with our dog at her place before we went away. While Millie was with Alexa, we got daily updates and photos. Both Walt and Alexa worked hard to make Millie comfortable and taken care of! They even faced the challenge of a dog who was not a fan of walks. They took the extra steps to care for our Millie who has a few quirks (but we adore her)!”

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Cristian R.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Plainfield, NJ, 07060

“First time using this app and Cristian was the Best! Took great care of my puppy, walked her a few times a day, showed enthusiasm with her, and sent me photos and updates daily. Great caretaker, easy to communicate with and very understanding because I was a little late with my flight. Will be using Cristian again for sure next time!!!”

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Jay G.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South Orange, NJ, 07079

“Very good and responsible. Would hire him again”

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Jacquelyn P.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
9 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

“Jacquelyn was the best! Amazing yard and location, and she went above and beyond to make our pup feel comfortable. She also sent lots of picture updates which we really appreciated. Highly recommend!!”

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Jhajanny V.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
8 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Elizabeth, NJ, 07201

“I had a fantastic experience with Jhajanny! From the moment we met, I could tell they genuinely love dogs. They were attentive, punctual, and incredibly warm with Mocha, who can be a bit shy around new people. They took the time to learn her routines and quirks, sent regular updates with photos, and made sure she got plenty of walks, playtime, and cuddles. When I came back, Mocha was happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for—which gave me such peace of mind. I highly recommend Jhajanny to anyone looking for a trustworthy, kind, and professional pet sitter. Five stars all the way!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nervana G.
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Nervana G.
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$56
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
27 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Oakwood, Staten Island, NY, 10306

“Nervana is really sweet and understanding. She took care of our dog while we were on vacations. She is accommodating and easy to work with. Highly recommend her services. Thank you”

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Klainer M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Weequahic, Newark, NJ, 07112

“Klainer was an amazing sitter, also very friendly! Always updated me with lots of pics of my Bailey. She took good care of my dog and I will definitely rebook with her in the future.”

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Yuberkis A.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 325 reviews
91 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Bloomfield, NJ, 07003

“Yuberkis was fantastic at communicating! She sent regular updates with photos and videos, which put my mind at ease while I was away. My dog clearly loved being with the sitter and came back happy and well-cared for.”

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Amanda R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South Ironbound, Newark, NJ, 07105

“Amanda sent us lots of photos and had everything packed up and ready when we arrived to pick her up. Our girl seemed happy as can be in the photos and when we picked her up. Thanks Amanda!”

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Luis S.
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$30
per night
16 years of experience
Elizabeth, NJ, 07206

About: I feel like this isn’t just a business it’s love, patience, and dedication to every pup that walks through my door I treat every dog like family making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and happy from the moment they arrive. . Whether it’s playtime, rest time, or cuddle time, your fur baby gets the attention they deserve. Safe & supervised environment Lots of love, play & socializing Experience with different breeds & personalities Clean, caring, and structural routines daily. Pupdates provided I currently work from home remotely which makes it perfect to dedicate time and love to your furry ones. I am available for boarding at anytime of year which we can agree upon on meet & greet I have 2 dogs of my own whom I love like my kids. I follow your directions exactly to make sure your fur baby is well taken care of. We take daily walks to the park and exersize when needed. Also can crate upon your request. i can administer medication if needed.

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Abbie N.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
3 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

About: Hello - I'm Abbie. I have recently left the corporate world to pursue my graduate degree full time and reside in Cranford, NJ. I am a proud dog mom to one doggie - Kai - who absolutely adores other dogs. He uses Rover too when I am away! I have been taking care of animals since I could remember! Growing up in an animal lover household, I have had birds, turtles, bunnies, cats, and dogs. I got my first pet when I was 5 years old; a bunny named Chocolate. I am sadly away from my animals in my home. At my family home, I have a yorkie named Dexter and many silkie chickens; Dobby, Tori, and Sunshine just to name a few! Throughout my undergrad, I also lived with my roommate's Aussie named Asher whom I bathed, walked, and played lots of fetch with. I started house sitting when I was in high school for my neighbors and family-friends on vacations/weekends. I trained my dog Dexter on my own when I was 15 years old and am used to bringing him on daily walks! I am happy to walk, bathe, cuddle, and feed your pet along with any other services you would need. I have a strong love for all animals big and small and will treat them like my own (and so will Kai) Since I am a graduate student, my schedule is very fluid. I have classes in the evenings mostly and my weekends are quite free. Since I have a dog of my own, I am already up around 7-8AM for morning walks a food. I walk my dog at least 1 hour a day - one long walk during lunch time and another in the evening after dinner. I rent a home with an unfenced yard. I already take Kai on 2-3 walks a day. I will be able to walk your furry friend as well!

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Taylor M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
East Orange, NJ, 07018

“Taylor was AMAZING! It was my first time leaving my baby so I was super anxious especially because he is primarily pee pad trained , a ball of energy and only eats cooked food ! She was SUPER understanding and flexible. Taylor kept me updated and my baby loves her ! He usually has separation anxiety but he did so well with her ! Can’t wait to book her again 10/10! Teddy and I appreciate Taylor a TON”

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Jacquelyn took great care of Mimi and kept me informed. I love 💕 the fact that she only takes one dog 🐕 at a time. Definitely would book her again.

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Sylvia A.
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Starry and Gio were super responsive and excellent at giving updates on Duncan while I was gone! It helped give me peace of mind, especially with it being our first time using Rover.

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Cassandra W.
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Michelle was so great with our dog Benji, we’ve already had 2 stays with her! Communication and pickup/drop off were all a breeze. We always prefer to leave our dog in a home rather than boarding, and Michelle and her family have the perfect home to share with furry family! We will definitely rebook the next time we go away.

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Parul N.
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Celeste took incredible care of our 12-year-old pup while we were away. Our dog is naturally very anxious, but Celeste was so sweet, calm, and patient that our dog warmed up right away. The updates and photos kept us reassured the whole time. If you have a dog who needs extra tenderness, Celeste is the person to call!

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Jennifer L.
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Leticia was so kind, communicative, and caring for my senior shorkie Bella. I was updated daily with how she was doing with pictures. I really appreciated all the updates which kept my mind at ease. Highly recommend !

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Emery G.
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Jessica cares for our pup like her own. Our dog enjoys staying at Jessica’s for dog sitting and boarding.

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Yoko M.
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Lucas and Katherine were AMAZING. If I could give 6/5 stars I would. They took such good care of our pup and provided daily updates and pictures! You could tell they had a real love for animals and always made sure our dog was tired out and well fed!

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Alexander W.
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Brittany was fantastic with Mia! Brittany was very caring and was great on communicating with us on how Mia was doing. Mia was very comfortable and a great time!

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Rohan C.
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Kate and her family are wonderful! She watched both of my dogs for a whole week while I was away. She sent pictures of them every day in the morning and the evening. My dogs looked happy and comfortable. Kate is caring and professional. I'm very pleased with her services.

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olivia p.
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Megan and Nick and the children are absolutely amazing, they made the day easy and smooth for me and Cosmo. I believe we have found a second home for Cosi, I’m super happy. Big thanks to them 😍!

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Grace B.
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Angelika was fantastic with our dog! Was excellent at making sure our dog was comfortable and everything was a good fit. Provided plenty of updates and top notch care. Will absolutely be booking again in the future.

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Jared S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashely is great and very passionate about the pups. On top of being a life saver (last minute booking), Zion was clearly taken care of and had a great time. Would recommend Ashley!

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Melissa C.
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Mezcal had such a great time. Lots of pictures, kept me up to daily and very caring. Highly recommend this sitter!!

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David P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Diana & Harish are the absolute best. I never worry and Jersey is always happy to go spend sometime with this great family!!

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Michelle D.
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Rosary was so great with our 5 year old dog, Allen. He’s a rescue and is hesitant with new people, but Rosary was extra gentle and loving with him. She even cooked him meals daily without me asking! I think our dog was actually sad to come home! We will definitely book again and highly recommend.

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Meredith S.
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Ellen was great for boarding. She did a meet and greet before committing, was super thorough on care and feeding preferences, and sent daily updates. Highly recommended!

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Alex C.
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Lisa is the absolute best and takes great care of my girl. I can always travel in peace knowing Kaya is having a great time with her friends.

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Jotie S.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Paulina is incredibly caring and truly loves animals, which is evident in how she looks after Nala. She follows directions perfectly, and on Nala’s recent 10-day stay, she kept me updated throughout the entire trip, making her my go-to sitter.

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Missy C.
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Marlene was terrific with Daisy. She went out of her way to make her feel comfortable. She also provided me with regular text messages and pics. We came home to a very happy and spoiled pup!

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Donna R.
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Na P was wonderful. everything was 1st class care of my beloved dog. She sent many pictures and videos.

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Jim H.
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The average cost of Pet Boarding in Garwood is $53 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $40 and $68 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

There are 14,050 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Garwood. About 88% of Garwood 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 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.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

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

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

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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.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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