Pet Sitting in Short Hills
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“Jenny was wonderful looking after my cat while we were away for a few days. She is communicative and sent plenty of updates and sweet photos on her visits. My cat, normally quite shy, seemed to love her and come out of her shell. I cannot recommend her enough!”
“Another great experience with Jon. Excellent communicator, arrived in timely fashion to care for my babies, took the time to bring in my packages and make sure everything tidy. Very appreciative of him and his services -”
“Anya treats our puppy like a princess She even takes her on field trips to Petco. Anya follows all instructions and spends a lot of time enriching our dog’s time with her. I highly recommend her.”
“Lilian was great. Adequately executed her role with my babies. I cannot believe Leo came out from hiding lol Highly recommended. Thanks so much Lilian. Will use again 🙏🏼”
“Anthony is awesome! This was his 2nd time taking care of my dog, and has been reliable and responsive. Thanks to him I can have worry-free trips, and Loki gets a companion to play with. Top dog sitter, five stars!”
“Alissa was great with Ellie! She sent several pictures during her check-ins and reported back on what Ellie did during her check-in. Would definitely recommend to others.”
“Highly recommend Bailee! She was attentive with our puppy during his hour check-in and sent us a bunch of pics. Echo loved his time with Bailee and looks forward to seeing her again!”
“We had a last minute request and Stephanie came through for us. We so appreciate her and will use Stephanie again in the future!”
“Jon is great! He came for a meet and greet before letting my dogs out and kept me in the loop while he was over with my dogs. Definitely booking him again!”
“Barbara is very reliable and always provides a detailed report on our cat. She enjoys him and we know our boy enjoys Barbara's visits- especially playtime.”
“Perfect sitter. Came ahead of time to do a meet and greet. Super dependable. Kept me well-informed with messages/pics. Very respectful. Took amazing care of my cat. Highly recommend!”
“Bianca took wonderful care of my pet! She was very responsive, thoughtful, and communicative”
“Grace has been an extreme blessing to me and my husband. We are first-time pet owners and she was God sent. Very responsible, punctual, and kind to Nipsey. He loves her. Thanks again Grace! You now have a permanent client!”
About: I've lived with dogs my whole life and have a bunch of dog friends that I love saying hello to on my walks. I am often trusted to watch or walk dogs by family members and friends. I have been told that I am very good with dogs, and I love them all the same, I love saying hi to dogs on my walks and I often go to my mother's house to help take care of our Beagle. Dogs are my happy place and I live being around them! On days when it is raining out and we can't walk outside as much as we'd like I like to play with the dogs inside the house for a bit to help get out the extra energy, it's a lot of fun!
“Excellent! Very punctual, good communication, send pictures each visit. My dog was in a very good hands! Will contact again when needed.”
About: I'm a teacher in Summit, looking for an excuse to get outside and love on someone's pets! I love all pets, big, small, scaly or furry! I have raised and nurtured shy greyhounds, rambunctious puppies, and cats. I have two cats of my own. I have boarded and walked dogs since I was in high school. I have special experience with senior dogs as Ive cared for many with unique needs. You know your pet best, so I will follow all directions and care instructions. I am a full time educator that is off for the summer (Late June through September) with a few exceptions I can be available all day. During the school year, Im available after 3pm. I have safety procedures in place for escapees, I have two crates and other tools to keep your pet safe. It is the utmost priority.
“Julien walked our medium sized, high-energy dog, Bean, three times last week. He was reliable, communicative, and flexible, and Bean liked him immediately. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and look forward to hiring him again.”
About: Dog owner to one 8YO male German Shepherd lab mix and one 2YO female Staffordshire Bull terrier mix! These two keep me on my toes I work a full-time remote job, so I am free to tend to my dogs during the day! We go on plenty of looooong walks so mama can stretch her legs too! I am happy to assist with those who need a sitter for their precious pups during your weddings as well! I have a large condo with a back den that we can close off (it’s filled with plants and cozy chairs as a zen zone). I also have plenty of dog toys and a spare bed if necessary! My two dogs are very friendly and will refuse to stop playing!
“Anna was wonderful and communicative. Arrived on time every day and kept the house spotless. My cats clearly loved her - I’ve never seen them so happy and well-adjusted when I return from a trip! I would not hesitate to book her again. Worth every penny!”
About: I’ve cared for my dog(a Maltese poodle mix) for over 6 years now. From potty training to now adulthood. I can also give meds to your dog if special medical care is needed. Do note if injection is needed or close monitoring is needed, rate will be higher. I have a fenced yard that’s over 0.5 acres. Work from home all day. Happy to take them out every 2-3 hours for a play. My house is spacious (over 7000sqft), the doggies will have a log of room to even play inside. I’m only able to care for dogs below 40lbs and this unfortunately will be a hard constraint as I can’t pull back a bigger size dog. if I take care of your dog, you can expect a super super responsible care giver who will cuddle and spoil your furry baby all day long. Please make sure you do pickup/dropoff on time at agreed time. I’m working from home everyday. Happy to board the doggies any day during the week. For dropping in times, please private message me to arrange. I’m generally flexible. Fenced yard for over 0.5 acres. Also taking doggies to walk every day. The neighboorhood is a safe and dog loving neighborhood. I also have a dog of my own.
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Jennifer W.Star Sitter
“Jenny was wonderful looking after my cat while we were away for a few days. She is communicative and sent plenty of updates and sweet photos on her visits. My cat, normally quite shy, seemed to love her and come out of her shell. I cannot recommend her enough!”
Jon E.
Star Sitter
“Another great experience with Jon. Excellent communicator, arrived in timely fashion to care for my babies, took the time to bring in my packages and make sure everything tidy. Very appreciative of him and his services -”
Anya G. S.Star Sitter
“Anya treats our puppy like a princess She even takes her on field trips to Petco. Anya follows all instructions and spends a lot of time enriching our dog’s time with her. I highly recommend her.”
Lilian L.Star Sitter
“Lilian was great. Adequately executed her role with my babies. I cannot believe Leo came out from hiding lol Highly recommended. Thanks so much Lilian. Will use again 🙏🏼”
Anthony A.
“Anthony is awesome! This was his 2nd time taking care of my dog, and has been reliable and responsive. Thanks to him I can have worry-free trips, and Loki gets a companion to play with. Top dog sitter, five stars!”
Alissa F.Star Sitter
“Alissa was great with Ellie! She sent several pictures during her check-ins and reported back on what Ellie did during her check-in. Would definitely recommend to others.”
Bailee H.Star Sitter
“Highly recommend Bailee! She was attentive with our puppy during his hour check-in and sent us a bunch of pics. Echo loved his time with Bailee and looks forward to seeing her again!”
Stephanie C.
“We had a last minute request and Stephanie came through for us. We so appreciate her and will use Stephanie again in the future!”
Jon S.
“Jon is great! He came for a meet and greet before letting my dogs out and kept me in the loop while he was over with my dogs. Definitely booking him again!”
Barbara B.Star Sitter
“Barbara is very reliable and always provides a detailed report on our cat. She enjoys him and we know our boy enjoys Barbara's visits- especially playtime.”
Kim A.
“Perfect sitter. Came ahead of time to do a meet and greet. Super dependable. Kept me well-informed with messages/pics. Very respectful. Took amazing care of my cat. Highly recommend!”
Bianca N.
“Bianca took wonderful care of my pet! She was very responsive, thoughtful, and communicative”
Grace T.
“Grace has been an extreme blessing to me and my husband. We are first-time pet owners and she was God sent. Very responsible, punctual, and kind to Nipsey. He loves her. Thanks again Grace! You now have a permanent client!”
Rebecca K.
“Rebecca has been taking care of our dogs for years. She is caring, and extremely responsible. There have been times that we have been in a pinch and needed somebody immediately to help us out with our dogs, Rebecca has been more than happy to assist. We highly recommend her.”
Luis A.Star Sitter
“Excellent! Very punctual, good communication, send pictures each visit. My dog was in a very good hands! Will contact again when needed.”
MaKenna L.
“I can highly recommend MaKenna to take care of your pets! She's extremely caring and compassionate, and has always been absolutely amazing, reliable, and caring to all the pets she's ever been tasked to care for. She will do an awesome job watching your pet and give them plenty of love and attention while you are away!”
Jullien S.Star Sitter
“Julien walked our medium sized, high-energy dog, Bean, three times last week. He was reliable, communicative, and flexible, and Bean liked him immediately. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and look forward to hiring him again.”
Julie S.
About: Dog owner to one 8YO male German Shepherd lab mix and one 2YO female Staffordshire Bull terrier mix! These two keep me on my toes I work a full-time remote job, so I am free to tend to my dogs during the day! We go on plenty of looooong walks so mama can stretch her legs too! I am happy to assist with those who need a sitter for their precious pups during your weddings as well! I have a large condo with a back den that we can close off (it’s filled with plants and cozy chairs as a zen zone). I also have plenty of dog toys and a spare bed if necessary! My two dogs are very friendly and will refuse to stop playing!
Anna L.Star Sitter
“Anna was wonderful and communicative. Arrived on time every day and kept the house spotless. My cats clearly loved her - I’ve never seen them so happy and well-adjusted when I return from a trip! I would not hesitate to book her again. Worth every penny!”
Sharon H.Star Sitter
“Sharon has extensive experience e in caring pets. She took great care of the dogs for me before. She loves the dogs as if they were her child.”
Over 24 pet parents in Short Hills have booked pet sitting
Short Hills pet parents share their Rover experiences
Barbara was great and sent very detailed updates daily during the time she was checking in our cats.
Carlee was very responsive and communicative about caring for our dog when we were away. She was timely and gave a concise description of how our dog was doing. He was well cared for, I will not hesitate to request Carlee again!
Kat is such a thoughtful and caring cat sitter! I was so happy to come home to a clean space and two very happy, well-adjusted cats. She sent me many adorable photos every day, and it was clear she genuinely loves animals and treated my cats with so much care and attention. My cats clearly loved her too! I’d absolutely ask her to help again next time.
We have been using Erin to watch our 2 cats for a year now and she always does an amazing job. She is communicative, dependable, and has taken the time to get to know and bond with each pet. We feel better going away knowing Erin is watching them!
We had a fabulous experience with Siyi taking care of our cats! She sent lots of pictures and updates who h helped us feel comfortable leaving our cats at home. We would absolutely use her again and would recommend her to anyone!
Julia was a perfect match for our dog. We had a meet and greet prior to Julia watching him, and it was clear that he trusted her and liked her. Their first time together was a success. We will definitely have Julia watch our dog again.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Short Hills is $25
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Sitters in Short Hills average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Short Hills 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 5,071 pet sitters in Short Hills. 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 Short Hills pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Short Hills have an average of 12 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 Short Hills.
Rover makes it easy to find Short Hills 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 5,071 pet sitters in Short Hills on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Short Hills, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
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