Pet Sitting in South Plainfield
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Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Michael was so amazing with my senior orange Ray Cat. What a wonderful job giving him his medicine 2 times and day, brushing, playing and treats. I always get worried because my boy can be a handle full at times, but Michael was such a amazing person for Ray Cat. Highly recommend and I feel so safe having him as Ray's sitter. Again thank you so much!”

“Cassidy made best friends with our puppy very quickly. She was on time and very responsive to baileys needs. She clearly has a feel for how to work with dogs and would recommend for sure. A+”

“My first time ever using Rover and I feel I am spoiled with Hadija! She is magnificent at communicating and takes extra care of my one dog with severe anxiety. I can say enough about her.”

“Second time having Sara over for visits with my cat while I was away. She was wonderful, communicated well, sent lots of updates with cute photos and videos. I highly recommend Sara for your cat visiting needs!”

“Elaine is so great with our nervous schnauzer. We know he's in the best hands with her and she is very communicative with us when she does her check ins. We will keep rebooking with her and highly recommend her.”


About: I love animals and have experience working with and sitting for a wide range of them, including dogs, cats, and small or exotic animals. I myself have owned over twenty parrots (currently have two in the aviary!) and have extensive experience with fishkeeping — I have four cycled, walstad fish and shrimp tanks! I can walk your dog, clean your cat’s litter box, and even do water changes for your fish if needed! Anything to make sure your little guys are well cared for! I’m a graduate social work student who will be free over the summer, so my schedule is flexible until August. I can make myself available as needed. My own pets are given daily care. I own several disabled animals who require special care in order to get around and eat on their own. I currently have two budgies in a large cage l and two betta fish, each in 5-10 gallon tanks. The parrots are allowed to free fly for most of the day, but they will be put away when your pets are being boarded. In your home, I try not to disturb or move anything that’s not necessary. I’ll make use of only what’s given to me with regards to caring for your pet — but I do reserve the right to cuddle your pet a little more!

“This was our first time using Rover. Usually our family members watch our fur babies, but this time no one in however many years were available. I was super nervous about the idea of having someone I know come and watch my puppers, but then I came across Monica’s page. She has a long list of great reviews AND she was close to home. When I met her for our first meet and greet she is truly that wonderful”

“Jessica has watched our dog several times now. She leaves pictures and updates after every visit, which we really appreciate. Great experience so far and will continue to book with her!”

About: Hello there! My name is Ricki and I’m an experienced dog walker and former dog bather. I’ve cared for dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. I understand the amount of trust it takes to let someone else care for your animal so I’ll always treat them as my own when caring for them. The goal is to earn not only the owners trust but the animals trust as well and in doing that, I understand that animals get attached just as much as we do so if it were to become a regular job, it wouldn’t be a problem. Your furry friends deserve nothing short of the best and that’s what I’ll provide! I work from home so I’ll always be able to provide the extra attention and loving your pet needs. Not to mention sending you pet selfies to ease your mind knowing they’re in great hands! I have an open layout apartment on the first floor which is easily accessible for pets. Please note: I do not allow people into my apartment but will send a video upon request so owners feel more comfortable with where their pets will be staying! Any items that are essential to them can be be brought with them upon arrival to make them as comfortable as possible.
“I was impressed with Kim! From day one, the cats bonded with her, which is unusual, especially when meeting someone new. She went above and beyond doing what was asked, including crushing pills, giving them attention if they wanted it and opening the door so they could get some fresh air and sun through the screen. By the third day they were following her around the house. She's light on her feet and very patient with them. To add perspective, when my adult children come home, the cats hide, even though two of the cats grew up with the kids. Before the week was over, I had already booked her for several other times this summer!”

“This was the second time leaving my two cats in Vivian's care. She went above and beyond looking after my boys and even made sure the house was in top shape when I returned home. I'll definitely book Vivian again next time I travel. 👍”

About: I have 10+years experience caring for dogs. I absolutely love animals and treat them like one of my own. I come from a loving home who adores animals and can’t wait to cuddle them🥰. I have experience with dog training. I have a friendly well behaved dog to keep your fur baby company. If you have any special request please let me know and I will try my best to accommodate you. **** for members new to rover use my code(STEPHD74608) when booking your first visit to receive $20 off **** I have a large home and yard so your baby will have plenty of room to run and play. I am a few blocks away from a dog friendly park (cedar-brook park) When your dogs are in my care I will send you updates throughout the day and daily pictures. I look forward to meeting your sweet dog soon . I am currently home full-time so all of my attention and care will be dedicated to your fur babies ❤️. I am available on weekdays and weekends. I can also make special accommodations if need be. I will provide long walks and tons of play to keep your fur babies mentally and physically stimulated. A large backyard that has plenty of space for your fur baby to run and play. I also have a large fenced in kennel. I can provide personalized dog training ( additional rate ) Before booking please let me know if your dog has ever shown any signs of behavioral issues.
Over 75 pet parents in South Plainfield have booked pet sitting
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Cait is all that we could have asked for in a cat sitters. Patient , loving and very responsible she takes the time and effort to bond with our cat . She plays with kiki showers her with affection on every visit. Having her around gives us immense peace of mind whenever we are away. We have had her take care of kiki multiple times and will want to have her to sit for us as long as she is available.

Bella did an amazing job taking care of our cat Charlie. She was very sweet and interactive with Charlie, sending pictures during her visits giving reports to us. She is super responsible, flexible, and proactive. She even let us know about upcoming bad weather and reached out to us to check about closing windows in our home. She went above and beyond in taking care of our Sweet Baby and our home while we were gone. I would highly recommend choosing her to take care of your pet. We will definitely use her again in the future.

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in South Plainfield is $25
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Sitters in South Plainfield average 7 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 South Plainfield on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 1,931 pet sitters in South Plainfield. 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 South Plainfield pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in South Plainfield have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 South Plainfield.
Rover makes it easy to find South Plainfield 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 1,931 pet sitters in South Plainfield on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In South Plainfield, 94% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
Note: If your pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.













