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“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!”


“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We can't praise Mike enough for his incredible pet-sitting services! He has stayed over and also dropped in for visits. He has taken care of our three dogs and two cats flawlessly. Mike not only follows our instructions to the T, but also has a remarkable ability for understanding our pets' needs even without detailed guidance. It truly gives us peace of mind knowing our furry crew are in such capable hands. His warm and caring approach makes it clear that he genuinely loves animals, and our pets adore him! If you're looking for a reliable and skilled pet sitter, we highly recommend Mike. You won't regret it!”


“Paige was AWESOME!! My first time using a pet sitter & it was WAY above my expectations. I looked forward to receiving Paige’s daily updates & photos of my cats. She was sooo conscientious and kind. Extremely reliable & detailed….. she wanted to be sure she followed my instructions to the letter. Excellent!!! I’ve already re-booked her for June! Thanks Paige….. great job with my fur-babies 🥰”


“Thank you for everything! I'm so impressed that our Phil came out of his shell with you. He's so shy normally and he loved having someone to play with while we were gone. We appreciated coming home to a perfectly clean home. We loved for detailed summaries. Thank you!”


“This was my first time using Rover and leaving my dogs, Mocha and Matcha, home alone, so I was very anxious. I hired McKenna in advance, and she even did a couple of visits while we were still home to get to know them. When the actual trip started, I felt so guilty I almost cut it short—but McKenna reassured me with such kindness. She followed every instruction, came twice a day, fed, walked, and played with them, sent photo updates, and even stayed extra time to comfort them. Mocha doesn’t usually trust strangers, but she warmed up to McKenna quickly. Matcha loved her too! McKenna made the whole experience smooth and worry-free. I’ve already asked if she’s available again in July! So grateful and blessed to have found someone who truly treats my pups like her own.”


About: I grew up in a home filled with animals, which gave me a deep understanding and love for pet care. Over the years, I’ve helped friends and family care for their pets, including dogsitting for my uncle’s dog, who experiences seizures. This experience has made me comfortable handling pets with special needs and providing attentive, compassionate care. Whether it’s daily walks, playtime, or looking after pets with unique requirements, I treat every animal like my own. I'm currently a server at an Italian restaurant, working part-time, trying to save up money for my college tuition. My availability fluctuates, however I will always find time to care for our furry friends! I have a fenced, nicely sized yard and a quiet, small lab/border collie mixed dog to keep your pups company. I also can provide crates if needed

About: I have 15+ years of experience pet sitting for dogs and cats for friends, family, and neighbors. I grew up owning cats, but I have walked and watched dogs overnight. I currently work full time during week, but I can fit evening walks, play dates, and possibly other services depending on the time and day. I have more availability on the weekends. I never had another person or clients pet in my home. I would go to their residence. I’m very attentive to every animal I’m responsible for when I’m with them.

“Being a first time rover customer, I was a little hesitant, but Stephanie is by far the best sitter! Having a dog that prays before eating, Stephanie went above and beyond to make sure Timmy keeps all his daily practices. She will be my #1 sitter moving forward :) 🐶Stephanie definitely deserves all the success in the world. 🌎💕🙏🏽”


“Veronica was very attentive and friendly! She checked in on our cat on time each day and gave her food, affection, and care while we were away for vacation. Our cat is easily scared but warmed right up to her :)”



“Jasmin did a great job looking after our cat Clementine while we were away. Clementine warmed up to her very quickly. She was very communicative and easy to work with. I will definitely trust her to watch Clementine again in the future.”


About: Although I don’t have any professional dog care experience, I have been raised around dogs all my life. I also foster dogs for an overseas organization. My compassion and love for all animals is what sets me apart from the rest and I’m active in my personal life which makes for great walks and hiking trips with your dog, should you want! I currently work a full time remote job so I can avail myself in the evenings during the week. I have full flexibility on the weekends. Overall, I’m a flexible person and happy to make accommodations when needed. I am very attentive, respectful, clean and neat. I would treat a clients home as I would my own and as I would want my own pet sitter to be like when providing services. Professionalism, tidiness and working with integrity are all qualities guaranteed with me!

About: I was raised on a farm most my life. I have had many dogs cats and horses in my years. I have 2 dogs and 5 cats now as well some exotics. Hedgehogs, Ferrets, Sugar Gliders and mini pythons. This is not just my job it is my passion and pleasure to help fur babies. I have been off work for 5 years no on disability so i have all the time to play with my animals and help people with theirs. My dogs play outside allot, cause thats were they want to be. I take Clara to park as much as i can, when not hot outside. Cats get as much attention as they want. Exotics get as much as they want as well, they like to not be handled as much.

“Sherry is like a second parent to our puppies. When our pups were neutered and we needed someone in a pinch to drop by while we were out, we didn't hesitate to ask Sherry. She followed up with us via text and phone to make sure she had all the instructions since they were still recovering from surgery. She gave a lot of good advice, showing her experience with dogs. We knew the puppies were in good hands while we were away. Sherry provided us the peace of mind we needed.”


About: I’ve had a passion for dogs since I was a child. Your furry friend will receive all the love and care they deserve with me! Having grown up with a beloved beagle, I understand how special pets are. Your furry family member will be cherished and cared for like my own! I am a current college student with flexible scheduling. I Love heading to the dog park, going for walks, you name it, I’ll do it!

About: I've pet sat for a number of neighbors and friends, I love just hanging out with animals and getting to know their personalities. I have two family dogs of my own and try my best to discipline and teach them while still having fun and giving them love. My availability is really flexible, if you reach out I'd be happy to discuss days and times as my schedule is generally open and I could around other commitments. I'm used to pet setting in other's homes and do my best not to touch or handle anything irrelevant to the job. I know how to care for cats and dogs and to always lock doors and windows when leaving the house.


About: I grew up with multiple dogs in my home. Mostly Chinese pugs. I love all kinds of dogs and would treat your furry best friend like he's my own pet. I work remote and have an extremely flexible schedule (even weekends). If I'm not available I'd let you know days, or sometimes weeks, in advance. My kids are home for the summer, so my 4 and 7-year-old would also visit your pooch and help walk him/her daily. I think it's a great learning experience at a young age to do some summer-time work and help out a doggy/puppy each day. Let's chat and happy to visit your home before committing to anything. You'll see I am a very friendly and comfortable around dogs. Prefer to visit your home but in the case of an emergency or vacation/business trip, we can have the dog stay at our home or I can make more frequent visits while you're away.
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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!”


Mike B.Star Sitter

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We can't praise Mike enough for his incredible pet-sitting services! He has stayed over and also dropped in for visits. He has taken care of our three dogs and two cats flawlessly. Mike not only follows our instructions to the T, but also has a remarkable ability for understanding our pets' needs even without detailed guidance. It truly gives us peace of mind knowing our furry crew are in such capable hands. His warm and caring approach makes it clear that he genuinely loves animals, and our pets adore him! If you're looking for a reliable and skilled pet sitter, we highly recommend Mike. You won't regret it!”


Paige M.Star Sitter

“Paige was AWESOME!! My first time using a pet sitter & it was WAY above my expectations. I looked forward to receiving Paige’s daily updates & photos of my cats. She was sooo conscientious and kind. Extremely reliable & detailed….. she wanted to be sure she followed my instructions to the letter. Excellent!!! I’ve already re-booked her for June! Thanks Paige….. great job with my fur-babies 🥰”


Cait L.Star Sitter

“Thank you for everything! I'm so impressed that our Phil came out of his shell with you. He's so shy normally and he loved having someone to play with while we were gone. We appreciated coming home to a perfectly clean home. We loved for detailed summaries. Thank you!”


McKenna B.Star Sitter

“This was my first time using Rover and leaving my dogs, Mocha and Matcha, home alone, so I was very anxious. I hired McKenna in advance, and she even did a couple of visits while we were still home to get to know them. When the actual trip started, I felt so guilty I almost cut it short—but McKenna reassured me with such kindness. She followed every instruction, came twice a day, fed, walked, and played with them, sent photo updates, and even stayed extra time to comfort them. Mocha doesn’t usually trust strangers, but she warmed up to McKenna quickly. Matcha loved her too! McKenna made the whole experience smooth and worry-free. I’ve already asked if she’s available again in July! So grateful and blessed to have found someone who truly treats my pups like her own.”


Leah K.
About: I grew up in a home filled with animals, which gave me a deep understanding and love for pet care. Over the years, I’ve helped friends and family care for their pets, including dogsitting for my uncle’s dog, who experiences seizures. This experience has made me comfortable handling pets with special needs and providing attentive, compassionate care. Whether it’s daily walks, playtime, or looking after pets with unique requirements, I treat every animal like my own. I'm currently a server at an Italian restaurant, working part-time, trying to save up money for my college tuition. My availability fluctuates, however I will always find time to care for our furry friends! I have a fenced, nicely sized yard and a quiet, small lab/border collie mixed dog to keep your pups company. I also can provide crates if needed


Kevin G.
“Kevin is absolutely a pet lover and has had pets of his own his entire life that he has loved and cared for. He's attentive, honest, trustworthy, punctual and caring. He gives his very best.”


Stephanie P.

“Being a first time rover customer, I was a little hesitant, but Stephanie is by far the best sitter! Having a dog that prays before eating, Stephanie went above and beyond to make sure Timmy keeps all his daily practices. She will be my #1 sitter moving forward :) 🐶Stephanie definitely deserves all the success in the world. 🌎💕🙏🏽”


Veronica R.

“Veronica was very attentive and friendly! She checked in on our cat on time each day and gave her food, affection, and care while we were away for vacation. Our cat is easily scared but warmed right up to her :)”


Tara T.

“Tara was fantastic! So communicative and provided great updates. She took amazing care of my cats and I’d absolutely look to book with her in the future.”




Jasmin R.

“Jasmin did a great job looking after our cat Clementine while we were away. Clementine warmed up to her very quickly. She was very communicative and easy to work with. I will definitely trust her to watch Clementine again in the future.”


Alexis L.
“Hello all! I've known Alexis for 20 years now. She's always been an animal lover as long as I have known her. She has taken care of my three boxer dogs on many occasions, and I know when she is with them they are in great hands. She keeps me posted on how they are doing while watching them which sets me ease when I am not with them. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my fur babies. I highly recommend her services!”


Shannon H.

“Thank you so much for the last minute drop in! My dogs and I appreciated it. You took the extra effort to take them out and make sure they had food and water. Will use again ?”


James F.
“James was a great pup sitter! He treated my little Zamba like one of his own. He sent almost daily pictures, was incredibly flexible for pick-up/drop-off, and even bought him a new bed when ours got torn up! I’m happy I was able to fin him and will be returning for dog-sitting needs in the future :)”


Nicole Z.

“Nicole really bonded with my pups right away. She has a great demeanor and easy going. Thanks Nicole!”


Sherry G.

“Sherry is like a second parent to our puppies. When our pups were neutered and we needed someone in a pinch to drop by while we were out, we didn't hesitate to ask Sherry. She followed up with us via text and phone to make sure she had all the instructions since they were still recovering from surgery. She gave a lot of good advice, showing her experience with dogs. We knew the puppies were in good hands while we were away. Sherry provided us the peace of mind we needed.”


Leah C.
“I had an excellent experience with Leah! I found her through my neighbors and she exceeded my expectations. Leah was very communicative and even offered to give my Shih Tzu a bath! When I picked her up, my pup was whining and wanted to see Leah again. Leah truly treats your pet as if they were her own.”


Christine L.

“Excellent and helped me last minute!”


Maggie R.
“Maggie grew up with pets. She has been around dogs since she was two years old and has enthusiastically played and cared for them. She has a terrific ability to assess their temperament and understand when they are scared, angry or just need affection. In addition to currently caring for her own two dogs, including feeding, playing, and walking them, she has cared for neighbor’s dogs and cats. She is very responsible and stays in contact with the pet owner to let them know the status of their pet.”




Andrew H.
“Andrew is a caring and passionate individual that I know will make a great pet sitter. He's trustworthy and will definitely be a great addition to you and your pup's lives.”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in Metuchen.
Rover makes it easy to find Metuchen dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog 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 dog sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog sitter’s cancellation policy.
