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Sitter Profile Image: Charlene G.
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Charlene G.
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$20
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10 years of experience
Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034

About: Hi there! My name is Charlene Garcia and I am a HUGE animal lover. I have experience as a professional Pet Sitter/Dog Walker for over 3 years now! On the side I have also taken care of fellow friends and families pets for many years! I have at least 10 years of experience taking care of all types of animals. I have a fun-filled home with 2 ferrets and 2 adorable rescue dogs! Im excited to take care of your adorable pets. I cannot think of a better way to spend my free time than by helping care for animals I love all animals big or small. Message me with any questions! Excited to to meet your babies! I work as a professional Pet Sitter! I create my own schedule so I am very flexible with my availability! I have a lot of free time on my hands! There is no other way I'd rather spend my free time, then with adorable furry babies! When I visit my clients homes I always make sure to read all of the directions thoroughly. I want to know exactly what I can and can't do for your pet. Your pets well-being is my biggest priority! I also keep you updated on the house, lights on or off, mail brought into house, any cleaning that needs to be done after pet messes. I am very flexible!

Sitter Profile Image: Carly M.
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Carly M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Morris Plains, NJ, 07950

carly is amazing! our dog loved her and she kept us updated all day with pictures and texts. she even helped teach her some new tricks :)

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Paula I.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
25 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Morris Plains, NJ, 07950

Paula is fabulous with my sweet but hard to please cat. He had some unusual behaviors during her last visit and Paula provided great information and photos.

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Sitter Profile Image: Dana S.
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Dana S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
10 years of experience
Boonton, NJ, 07005

About: Whether you need a daily companion or a longterm caregiver, I am delighted to make the most of my time with your pet. I most commonly schedule extended stays with my current clientele, but daily visits/ stays are certainly services I provide. My pet sitting experience dates back to my college years, but I've acquired a more consistent clientele list over the past 5-6 years. I can accommodate specialty dietary needs and administer medications. It is important to prioritize enrichment, such as walks and playtime, to keep your pet happy. I have a vehicle equipped for safe travel, in the event that a vet appointment is scheduled. I currently do not bring pets into my home. I've found that most animals, especially anxious or high-need animals, tend to thrive best in their own homes. I can maintain their regular routines while surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells they are familiar with. I do free consultations to meet all clients and pets in order to get acquainted with their personalities and routines.

Sitter Profile Image: Mark G.
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Mark G.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
130 reviews
53 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, 07054

Mark did an excellent job of taking care of Luna and my home and left very detailed updates regarding his drop in visits which gave me peace of mind while I was away!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Violetta M.
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Violetta M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, 07034

About: I’ve been caring for animals since childhood and previously had 2 dogs of my own. I’m comfortable with daily walks, feeding routines, playtime, and providing calm, loving care to both dogs and cats. I pay close attention to each pet’s needs and personality. I have a structured but flexible schedule that allows me to reliably care for pets before and after work, as well as on weekends. I prioritize clear communication and consistency so pets feel comfortable and owners feel at ease. I create a calm and safe environment by following the pet’s usual routine and the owner’s instructions. I’m attentive, detail-oriented, and respectful of both the pet and the home, treating each situation with care and responsibility.

Sitter Profile Image: Donna M.
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Donna M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
22 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Denville, NJ, 07834

My cat really liked her and she treated him very well, including introducing a few ideas that'll make giving his iv way easier. Cant thank her enough for taking the job on such short notice! Will seek out again if needed

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Sitter Profile Image: Blair M.
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Blair M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Denville, NJ, 07834

Blair did a great job attending our two kitties for a 7 day vacation! He dropped by twice a day for 30 minutes- gave the cats food, treats, cleaned their litter and played with them! He was very responsive and sent us pictures and videos of the cats daily. It was my first time leaving my babies, but Blair helped to assuage my guilt of leaving them, by taking care of them so well! I would hire Blair again for our next vacation. Thanks so much Blair!

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Sitter Profile Image: Vivian O.
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Vivian O.
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$18
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5 years of experience
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, 07034

About: Hi! My name is Vivian and I'm 21. I am a college student with a passion for animals. Ive been raising all sorts of animals since I was as young as I can remember. Im highly educated on most animal care and would love to meet your furry friend. Ive been pet sitting, and dog walking for my local community for years on the side. Right now I am available full time on Sunday’s and Monday's, and before noon every other day of the week. Im currently working full-time for my other job but I am available every morning before noon. I am current also available all day on Sundays and Mondays. Rest assured I follow instructions very well. As long as I’m instructed on what to do I’ll follow protocol perfectly. Your furry friends safety is my top priority.

Sitter Profile Image: Erinn M.
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Erinn M.
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$20
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4.8 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
35 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Denville, NJ, 07834

Erin had great communication throughout the whole process. Our meet & greet was seamless and the whole visit went great with our dog! Highly recommend. We will be booking Erin for future needs!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jillian E.
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Jillian E.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
27 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Whippany, NJ, 07981

Jillian did a great job with my puppy. My puppy was a bit nervous around her as it was the first time meeting her without me, but Jillian managed to gain her trust and take her out for her potty break. Well done!

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Sitter Profile Image: Chelsea S.
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Chelsea S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, 07034

About: We share our home with a sweet 3-year-old Old English Sheepdog, who is friendly, playful, and great with other dogs. She enjoys the company of all the pups that become family while they’re here. We look forward to welcoming yours, too. 🐾 Pet care fits easily into my routine since I primarily work from home, with occasional site visits . We take daily walks and get plenty pets and playtime! While I don’t have a fenced yard, dogs are always supervised and taken out on leashed walks. I recommend bringing your dog’s toys, bed and/or crate to help them feel secure, comfortable, and at home in a familiar environment.

Sitter Profile Image: Jasmine M.
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Jasmine M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
19 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034

Jasmine is wonderful with our fur babies.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica W.
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Jessica W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
15 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Rockaway, NJ, 07866

Great as always. Thank you!

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Sitter Profile Image: Julianne W.
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Julianne W.
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$24
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4.9 out of 5 stars
85 reviews
25 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Parsippany, NJ, 07054

Julianne has been amazing! Cats had a wonderful first meet and greet! I got timely updates on the visit and my cats seem to love her! It was very easy communicating with her as well.I will definitely book her again in the future if needed.

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Sitter Profile Image: Gianna G.
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Gianna G.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
263 reviews
108 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Mount Tabor, NJ, 07878

Gianna took such amazing care if my Pickles and made sure she was doing great the entire time I was away. I loved every update I got for each visit and knowing that she was taken care of the entire time. Highly recommend and will be using again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Marisa L.
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Marisa L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Boonton, NJ, 07005

Marisa went above and beyond to care for our pup w

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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren H.
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Lauren H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
16 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Mountain Lakes, NJ, 07046

Lauren was great while she took care of our pups while we were away. She gave a lot of updates, went the extra step to ensure all our pets, dogs and baby chicks, were comfortable and well taken care of before she left for the day. We definitely recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kailee-Rose C.
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Kailee-Rose C.
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$18
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2 years of experience
denville, NJ, 07834

About: I offer personalized pet care with a focus on training puppies and providing attentive care for senior dogs. With years of experience training my own dogs and caring for my parents' elderly dog, I understand the unique needs of every pet, ensuring they receive the love and attention they deserve at every stage of life. I have experience taking care of fish as well! So if you have any fish tanks I will be more than happy to take care of them. I have a lot of free time as I just graduated college and I am taking a gap year before working to save up money to travel! . I don't make many plans during the week so will have lots of time before. I generally stay at home so having a new step in my routine this summer would be amazing! I will do my best to stick to the routine when taking care of your pet in your own home. I find it important to have consistency when it comes to pet care.

Sitter Profile Image: Heather M.
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Heather M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Mountain Lakes, NJ, 07046

Heather was very comfortable with my 3 dogs ranging from 120 lbs down to 10 lbs

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Kathy C.
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Very kind and attentive! Natalia was very considerate of Sammy’s needs and they got along quite quickly.

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Mario C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mike is the best! He’s super reliable, fantastic with my dog and really attentive as well. 11/10 would highly recommend!

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Brett S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I cannot recommend Donna enough. I was extremely anxious leaving my 2 cats for a week but Donna kept my mind at ease and I didn't have to worry for a second. She took so many pictures, sent updates twice a day, and gave lots of pets and love to my boys. I will 100% book again in the future. Thank you so much for being so amazing Donna, you made my vacation so much more enjoyable and stress free 💜

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Lizzie T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastically amazing!! Coug absolutely loved his time with Carly! She made everything super easy and simple! She always made sure Coug was taken care of and kept updates the entire time. Thank you so much!!! EVERYONE BOOK WITH CARLY GOGOGOGO

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Sian S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Paula was able to drop in on my cats last minute after a family member was no longer able to help. She took care of everything asked and kept the cats company for a bit. I will definitely book with her again!

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Megan B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I love her taking care of my animals. She’s extremely wonderful with animals and love all kinds of animals.

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Pam B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Julianne has been amazing! Cats had a wonderful first meet and greet! I got timely updates on the visit and my cats seem to love her! It was very easy communicating with her as well.I will definitely book her again in the future if needed.

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Mehruj K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah is absolutely wonderful!! Our cats adore her and we know they’ll be well taken care of while we’re away.

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Mimi F.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Mountain Lakes on Rover is $15.54 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting 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 Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 24,974 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Mountain Lakes. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Mountain Lakes stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

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 .

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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Mountain Lakes. On Rover:

  • 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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