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38 reviews
12 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Hollie did an amazing job taking care of Scooby. He stayed with her for a week and looks like he had a lot of fun. I received many updates throughout the day which I appreciated. Will definitely be booking with her again in the future.

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Lisa & Albert K.
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167 reviews
64 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Lisa takes responsibility for dog sitting to heart, ensuring good pet care with affection. She was very professional, while ensuring my dog’s time was like home away from home. She will be my go-to for dog sitting in the future.

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78 reviews
28 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

Starry & Gio were very easy to communicate with (very responsive) and kept me updated on everything. They are great caretakers and my dog was very happy being with them. Thank you!

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18 reviews
8 repeat clients
38 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08817

Alice and her family were awesome with our beagle, Buster! He had a great time and clearly enjoyed spending the long weekend. We will definitely reach out again in the future when we need a rover for Buster!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
184 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Metuchen, NJ, 08840

Dhruvit is very professional and took good care of Benji in his last two stays. I have been given regular updates during his stay. And Dhruvit was very flexible in his schedule to accommodate Benji. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for boarding.

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
101 reviews
24 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Middlesex, NJ, 08846

Leslie did a wonderful job watching our two small dogs (a mini-poodle and a bichon) for a nine-day vacation. She followed all our detailed requests (about food, etc), kept in frequent contact, and sent us lots of pictures. It was pretty clear that our dogs were well-pampered during their stay, and possibly did not want to leave! We will use Leslie again unhesitatingly in the future.

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Monica C.
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180 reviews
78 repeat clients
20 years of experience
South Plainfield, NJ, 07080

Monica and her family were awesome! They cared for our sweet pups and we received updates and pictures throughout the stay. This is the 1st time she watched our 2 dogs and we were so happy she took care of them! We will be booking with her again! Thank you Monica!

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5 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Metuchen, NJ, 08840

About: Dear Future Client, Thank you for considering me to care for your cherished dog! I know how important it is to find someone who will truly love your pet while you're away. For me, dog sitting isn't a job, it's a passion. I've been a lifelong family animal lover, and when your dog stays with us, they become a member of my family. While I love all dogs, I offer special focus and patience for pets with unique needs: Senior Care: I have specific experience administering oral medications and providing gentle, low-impact care for our wise senior dogs. I ensure they have a calm, quiet, and comfortable environment for their achy joints. Puppy: If you have a puppy, I will reinforcing your rules, maintain consistent crate training and stick your potty schedule to ensure they feel confortable and secure. Be sure that my home is completely dog-proofed, so you can relax knowing your pet is in safe hands. I will complete your dog's exact feeding, walking, and sleeping schedule. You'll receive every morning and evening a detailed update with multiple photos and videos (if you request) so you never have to wonder how your baby is doing. I look forward to meeting you and earning your trust. Let's schedule a Meet & Greet soon so you can see where your dog will enjoy their happy stay! Warmly, Rodger (Your Dog's Second Best friend) Caring for your dog is the central focus of my day, guaranteed!. Your pet's needs are never missed because my schedule ensures continuous supervision. First potty break, feeding (per schedule), and gentle morning play. Long exercise walk (30-45 mins), dedicated playtime, and midday potty breaks. This is when I focus on reinforcing puppy training or providing calm senior monitoring Dinner (per schedule), extended backyard/safe area access, and focused attention during family time. "Rodger Report" sent with photos/updates. Last potty break, secured sleeping area, and medication administration (if needed). I believe trust is built through transparency. You will receive the "Rodger Report" (a detailed summary with photos/videos) multiple times daily, confirming their safety, happiness, and adherence to their specific schedule.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
11 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Piscataway, NJ, 08854

We had a wonderful experience with Rachel and her family. She watched our princess, Demi from June 9th - 13th and sent me pictures and text on a daily basis. She also responded to text in a timely matter. We were so happy that we booked with Rachel again for the end of June. She is very committed and recommend her for all your pet sitting needs.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
35 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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$48
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25 years of experience
Metuchen, NJ, 08840

About: I've always loved all animals since I was a kid but have a special affinity for dogs and cats. I lost my sweet pup, Ewan, in 2019 to Hemangiocarcoma (a blood cancer) and to this day I still mourn him and can feel his presence in my life. I also lost my dear cat, Figaro, last year to natural old age causes. I'm a very good dog and cat dad and miss them terribly. In the past few years, so many friends and family have asked me to pet sit their fur babies and they always remark that they know their dog or cat is in the best possible hands with me. That they can actually relax on their trip because of how responsible and devoted I am to their pets and how much their pets adore me. Everyone has been encouraging me to sign up for Rover and now I'm finally doing it! I honestly believe Ewan and Figaro guided me here in their own way to spend time with your beloved kiddos. I look forward to getting to meet you and your pets! I work remotely from home as a story consultant and my longest sessions are around 2 hours, so I have most of the day to hang out with your fur baby! If your pet is staying at my place, they'll most likely hang out with me in the large loft area where I work. So they won't be left alone (unless they're the type that needs their space!) The minute they tell me they need to go out for a walk or really just need attention, I'm all theirs. If they're used to taking naps or sleeping on the bed at night, that also is fine by me! :) If I'm at your place, of course I'll abide by your exact rules for them. I follow instructions well and provide plenty of photo updates so you can relax and know your fur baby is in good hands!

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60 reviews
16 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Woodbridge, NJ, 07095

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Natalia and her husband! They were truly exceptional sitters for our dog, Sai. From the moment we dropped him off, we felt completely at ease knowing he was in such capable and caring hands. Natalia sent us daily updates, complete with photos, showing us all the fun activities Sai was enjoying—from walks to outings at the dog park. It was clear Sai was having the time of his life! When Sai experienced a minor GI upset, they handled it with such care and professionalism, following our instructions perfectly. They showed genuine compassion and concern, which meant the world to us. It's rare to find someone who treats your pet like their own, and Natalia and her husband did just that. When we picked Sai up, it was obvious he had bonded with Natalia and saw her as part of his family. He was looking at her like he was going to miss his new friend, which truly warmed our hearts. We couldn’t have asked for better sitters and highly recommend Natalia to anyone looking for a safe, loving, and attentive environment for their pets. Thank you both for going above and beyond for Sai!

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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Megan and Nick were phenomenal! Lola felt right at home with their family and Bubba, their dog. They were responsive and sent my partner and I daily photo updates of our girl. I was afraid Lola wouldn’t want to leave come pick up because she was oh so loved and entertained during her stay with them. We found our trusted sitter family!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Plainfield, NJ, 07060

About: Hi, I’m AnnMarie! I’ve been caring for animals since I was young, but really started understanding the love and care they need when I got my first cat and first dog at 7 years old. I grew up with Labrador retrievers, a blue front Amazon parrot, cats, frogs, fish, hermit crabs, and some others I’m definitely forgetting as I write this. I currently have a dog named Maple, a spunky, confident, and affectionate 1.5 year old corgi who would love a few more friends like your dog or cat! She grew up in a home with a ton of other dogs and cats and is always up for playdates and sleepovers. I’m capable of providing whatever your animal needs - a long (or short) walk, playtime, snuggles on the couch, meals, and commands/trick reinforcement. I also have experience administering medications to dogs and cats, including eye drops, and can manage other normally challenging health conditions or issues. I currently work full time but have availability in the evenings (usually after 6pm) on weekdays for drop in visits or walks, and most weekends are completely free for boarding, day care, drop ins, or walks! I frequently update my calendar to give clients the best idea of my availability. If you don’t see something/the dates you’re looking for, please reach out and we can discuss. I have an extremely friendly dog to keep yours company, but if the preference would be separation between yours and mine, that works perfectly fine too! I have a spacious home with multiple bedrooms and a large backyard, though it isn’t completely fenced just yet! I’m also a short drive from a huge park, where I frequently walk my dog, otherwise I keep walks local.

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Jaimie G.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
23 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Milltown, NJ, 08850

We left our 2 year old Belgian with Jaimie for 5 days, and she took terrific care of our puppy. She sent us daily updates and pictures, sometimes more often. She catered to his fussy diet without a problem. He slept in bed with her, followed her around the house, and frolicked indoors and outdoors with her own dog. When we came to pick him up, he was beyond excited to see us, but kept on going back to her as well. For someone who can’t actually verbalize, that’s a pretty strong statement. We will certainly use Jaimie for “babysitting” again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Iselin, NJ, 08830

Gurdeep was responsive, careful of pet food allergies and kept me updated throughout my dog's boarding stay. She also has a lovely home and is very friendly. Would definitely book again!

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299 reviews
91 repeat clients
12 years of experience
LINDEN, NJ, 07036

I can’t even begin to put into words how much I love Stacia and her family! They are such a blessing to not only Wynter but us.. If you are looking for an extension of your fur-family not just a sitter then Stacia is the right choice. Your baby is in the right hands!

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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
3 years of experience
South Plainfield, NJ, 07080

Laurie was AWESOME!!! Would def use again!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
590 reviews
243 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Piscataway, NJ, 08854

My wife and I recently had a baby. With all the stress that goes along with that, it was reassuring to know i could rely on Nikki and Ricardo to care of my husky Zeus. They sent constant updates and even offered to give him more food than what was sent with him, since everything was done in such a rush. I highly recommend them for dog sitting, you will not regret.

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7 reviews
35 years of experience
Iselin, NJ, 08830

Lydia was able to accommodate my last minute request and was extremely quick to reply, making the experience seamless and comfortable for both myself and my boys. She's great!

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Julissa was awesome! She truly treated my dog like he was her own. She kept in contact with me daily with updates and pictures and videos, which I very much appreciated. She spent time with my dog, taking him for a walks, to play at the dog park, and out on adventures, which was very good for him and helped with socializing him. I recommend if you’re looking for a dog sitter or walker! I look forward to using her in the near future.

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Alexandria F.
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Margarita was absolutely wonderful with Luka! Being away from him made me a little anxious, but Margarita and her family immediately put my mind at ease. Luka had such a great time and was clearly well cared for and loved. I would definitely book with Margarita again and highly recommend her to my family and friends! ❤️🐾

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Sabriyah M.
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Nan took great care of Cocoa, sent multiple photos and videos every day too! Very responsive as well.

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Marina H.
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Anny is wonderful and her dogs are both so sweet. Her family was so welcoming and took great care of Madison. Thank you so much for a lovely experience.

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Patrick F.
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Kim really is the kindest and sweetest soul, she made me feel so comfortable leaving my baby with her for 2 weeks! She sent multiple pictures everyday and updated me on everything. Kim loved my baby as if he was her own and was amazing with him the whole time. Literally could not thank her enough!!!

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Gianna G.
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Nellie reports she had fun playing with Isbath's dogs and sleeping in their beds instead of her own. For her part, Isbath was easy to reach, very responsive and communicated frequently. We are satisfied customers.

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Howard S.
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Raheem was great! He is very friendly and laid-back, which is a great match for our dog, Coco, who gets overexcited very easily. From the start, he was prompt with communication and information. He scheduled a meet-and-greet and shared more about his experience taking care of dogs, While we were away, he kept us posted on how Coco was doing throughout the week. We had some travel delays on our return trip and he was able to accommodate some small changes in the pick-up time at the last minute. Coco was a happy girl when we picked her up and it was clear she had a good time. We'd definitely use Raheem again!

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Joanna W.
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Lakshmi took care of my Ruby for a couple of weeks and she did such an amazing job caring for her. She sent me photos and videos everyday and made sure Ruby was getting all the attention she needed to feel comfortable with her and her family. I would 100% book with Lakshimi again. Thanks you Lakshimi for treating Ruby like she was part of your family.

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Alicia G.
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We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Melodie! She watched our dog, Hunter, for two weeks, and we couldn't have asked for better care. From the very beginning—even before we officially booked—she opened her home to us and completely set our minds at ease about how he would do. Hunter was incredibly happy, well cared for, and treated like family the entire time. Most importantly, he got to make some new friends during his stay, which he absolutely loved and enjoyed so much! While we were away, she kept us constantly updated with photos and videos of his adventures, which we deeply appreciated. It was so comforting to see him happy, relaxed, and having a blast. Melodie truly goes above and beyond, and we will absolutely be counting on her for future stays. Highly, highly recommend!

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Felixa P.
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We had such a great experience! From the very beginning, communication was excellent, and I felt completely at ease leaving my dog in their care. It was clear that my dog was well-loved, well-exercised, and treated like part of the family. I also appreciated the updates and photos—they gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. I would absolutely trust them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and attentive dog sitter.

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Leo M.
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We used Rover for the first time. Nicholas was very kind and supportive throughout the process and it put my mind at ease. Thank you for taking care of Leo.

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Shubha N.
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From the moment we met Kajal, her family, and her sweet dog Nala, we knew Toby was going to be in the best hands. She was incredibly attentive, caring, and proactive throughout the entire stay — sending regular updates, photos, and check-ins that gave us so much peace of mind while we were out of the country. What truly sets Kajal apart is how naturally she treats every dog like family. Toby has had sitters before, but we have never seen him this relaxed, happy, and at ease with anyone outside of home. He fit right in with Kajal's family and Nala, and honestly? He almost seemed a little sad to come back — which, as a pet parent, is the highest compliment you can give a sitter. It is incredibly rare to find someone who matches the love and care you pour into your own dog, and Kajal does exactly that. Toby is more than a pet to us he's family — and she treated him no differently. I would recommend Kajal without a single hesitation, not just for Toby, but for any dog lucky enough to stay with her. If you're looking for a sitter who will love your pup like their own, look no further!

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Sarthak V.
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Thankful for Stephanie and her family! My puppies had a great time and came beck better than they arrived. They were well taken care of and provided some needed training. My puppies have a new loving extended family!

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Jordan P.
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Our favorite sitter! She goes above and beyond to make sure Ari is taken care of - from grooming to treats to furry friends she can socialize with! I highly recommend!

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Joshua H.
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Julia and Steve went above and beyond with our pup! The picture updates helped us have a great vacation without worrying. We are very grateful!

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Sasha S.
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Took great care of my active dog and made sure she was getting plenty of exercise. Very communicative and sent lots of pictures. Highly recommend.

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The average cost for Pet Boarding in South Plainfield on Rover is $42.8 per night (as of August 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 13,014 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in South Plainfield. About 88% of South Plainfield 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.

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.

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.

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 .

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.

Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.

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