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Sitter Profile Image: Jon E.
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1. Jon E.

Rover 101
Star Sitter
Jon Loves Dogs: Your dog's next bff
West Orange, NJ, 07052
5.0 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$79
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
17 repeat clients
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Jon was so great! He communicated consistently and cared for my cats and dogs as if they were his own. I loved receiving daily pictures and hearing how everyone was doing. He went above and beyond with his care for our pets and our home.

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily H.
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2. Emily H.

Star Sitter
Pawsitively perfect pet sitter
Bloomfield, NJ, 07003
3.8 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$40
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
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Emily was great my little old man, rocky. She was patient with his walks and sent me pics to keep me updated. Will definitely be using her services again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jay G.
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3. Jay G.

Dog lover, Artist and Traveler!
South Orange, NJ, 07079
2.9 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Dog Walking
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$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
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Great sitter! Sent me tons of pictures & updates. He took great care of my spoiled baby! So glad I’ve found a sitter I can trust!

Availability updated 4 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Emily Z.
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4. Emily Z.

Passionate Animal Caretaker
East Orange, NJ, 07018
2.6 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$55
per night
3 reviews
1 repeat client
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Emily was fantastic with our puppy. She sent pictures and updated us on how the day was going. Our dog was immediately comfortable with her and they had a great day together!

Availability updated 19 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie D.
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5. Stephanie D.

Former Vet Tech & Fur Mom!
Union, NJ, 07083
5.2 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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Stephanie was great and our dogs had a great time with her!

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Sitter Profile Image: C. Michelle A.
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6. C. Michelle A.

Star Sitter
Kind & Friendly: Fur-Ever Friends
Harrison, NJ, 07029
1.7 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$80
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
136 reviews
35 repeat clients
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Micheyis AMAZING. She spent 4 days with my puppy and sent photos the whole time. She kept in constant communication as needed and took amazing care of my pup. Can’t wait to book her again!

Availability updated 9 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Anya G. S.
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7. Anya G. S.

Star Sitter
We’ll have a purrrfect time!
West orange, NJ, 07052
5.0 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$60
per night
4.7 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
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Anya is a kind and thoughtful sitter! We really appreciated their help and I know our dog did too. Sent lots of pictures and updates.

Availability updated 2 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Rafaela Y.
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8. Rafaela Y.

From turtle mom to dog aunty
East Orange, NJ, 07017
2.6 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
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Great communication! Lots of photos and walks, Cocoa had a great time and I would definitely book again!

Availability updated 11 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Molly M.
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9. Molly M.

Cat mom that loves all animals
East Orange, NJ, 07017
2.0 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
3 repeat clients
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Molly and her husband were great, they took care of our two dogs while we were away for a few days and made sure they were pampered and stayed healthy. They also left our place clean and went the extra mile to get our puppy some extra food when he ran out of it. Highly recommend!

Availability updated 5 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Karollyne L.
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10. Karollyne L.

Star Sitter
I'm there when you can't be ❤️🐾
North Ironbound, Newark, NJ, 07105
1.8 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients

Karol is such an amazing cat sitter... she took care of my cat as it was her own. She's very patient and caring and she's also very responsible which made me feel 100% comfortable in leaving my little Sushi under her care. She's very recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marlita M.
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11. Marlita M.

Snuggle Buddy for All Breeds
Mount Pleasant, newark, NJ, 07104
1.1 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
102 reviews
38 repeat clients
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Marlita is amazing! She’s so good with the pets and loves them like they’re her own! She’s excellent at sending photos and updates and is great with communication. We will definitely book her again when we need a sitter in the future.

Availability updated 66 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Nyshai T.
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12. Nyshai T.

care for your furry family member
Lower Vailsburg, Newark, NJ, 07106
2.8 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
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She was great! My puppy loved her and she sent me photos and videos of their day together. I would highly recommend her!! Definitely using her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Naeemah S.
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13. Naeemah S.

Star Sitter
LOVING SITTER/BOARDER
Upper Clinton Hill, Newark, NJ, 07108
2.1 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$75
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
20 repeat clients
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Naeemah was a wonderful sitter for our 13 year old deaf dog, and our 5 year old cat. She took care of our furbabies and our home with great care. Would definitely recommend!

Availability updated 31 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Darrin & Debra & Emily T.
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14. Darrin & Debra & Emily T.

Star Sitter
Home Away From Home Pet Care
Forest Hill, Newark, NJ, 07104
2.4 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients

About: Our Why? We have Huskies, and while still offering our service to other breeds, we highlight that it takes a fellow Husky owner to understand what a Husky needs. Despite their mischievous shenanigans, Houdini escape attempts, endless fur-sheddings, high-pitched vocalizations, bubbly, energized personalities, and hyperactive frolicking, we adore huskies. We understand finding experienced, dependable, loving, and trustworthy caregivers for your Husky isn't easy. That's why we are here to help. We currently have two friendly young huskies (one male and one female- fixed and crate-trained). We also have experience with English bulldogs, Sharpeis, Chow-Chows, Labs, Doodles, and Boxers. We only offer care for dogs based upon the comfortability of the match to our pet-care style and demeanor. We love our pets as we will love yours. We are focused on weekends, holidays, and summer care. We are open to possible weekday arrangements if your dog is crate-trained. Before booking us, a drop-by visit is required to test the compatibility of all humans and dogs. A few things: Special note-while we have never owned a French bulldog, we are particularly interested in learning to care for this breed. Your pet must be spayed or nurtured to receive boarding in our home. Also, we are sorry but we cannot offer care for full or mixed Pit Bull breeds. How does pet care fit into your daily and weekly lives? Our pets receive two meals a day, comprising dry food and water. Our pets are crate-trained and remain crated when owners are away. Most of the time, there is an adult in the house. Our dogs can access a large fenced backyard with green grass and trees. Our dogs walk with owners through nearby Branch Brooke Park and visit the dog park almost daily. Our dogs are crated during adult meal times and sleep in the main bedroom on the floor, side couch, or end of bed at night. We maintain a clean home and provide puppy pads during inclement weather to avoid mud and chaos. Pets have access to some rooms, but not all rooms in the house. Toys and treats are provided regularly. Linens on beds where animals may sleep are washed and switched out regularly. Our gate is blocked off on both sides because huskies are known for escaping. Our pets have ID collars and ID dog tags and wear GPS trackers during the day. Our dogs are up-to-date on immunizations and have been spayed/neutered. We don't hit our dogs with our hands or objects but use basic word commands. Training dogs is always a work in progress. They are both loved for their uniqueness. We only plan to care for pets in our home. We have a large and welcoming home.

Availability updated 16 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Keith L.
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15. Keith L.

A dog can depend on me
Bloomfield, NJ, 07003
2.4 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
6 repeat clients

About: I’ve been blessed to walk, sit & board my friends/Neighbors/family dogs since I was about 11, I fell in love immediately! I’m not a vet or anything but me being very sympathetic for animals has always earned me a new little furry bestfriend. Even strangers dogs love to interact with me, I’m like part of the pack! I am currently working Full time as a dog walker/Sitter!! Weekends I am free but I am a youth football coach so if you have pups who love kids & running around I’d love for them to tag along! I am also a pro gamer so 1 day in a week/weekend I travel out of NJ & come back next morning. I have a well sized gated backyard & my neighbor has a pack of dogs that can keep your pups company besides me, no grass unfortunately but I live by parks & have grass on the block. Inside I have 4 spacious rooms they can wander around, hardwood floors so very easy to clean up after.

Availability updated 82 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Maria H.
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16. Maria H.

Pampered Pets, Peace of Mind ☮️😊
Kearny, NJ, 07032
2.0 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Dog Walking
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$40
per night
5 reviews

Maria’s amazing with animals. She’s super friendly and is caring . My dog gets really excited every time he sees her or because she always brings him treats lol.

Availability updated 16 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Sasha M.
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17. Sasha M.

Rover 101
Pawsitively Reliable Pet Sitter! 🐾
Harrison, NJ, 07029
1.2 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$50
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
18 repeat clients
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Sasha was wonderful. We booked for 4 days/3 nights, and had Sasha stay in our house to watch our two dogs. We have traditionally used dog camps/boarding for vacations, and we were hesitant to try Rover. Sasha eased our concerns, and was in constant contact with us, sending us pictures and updates about the dogs throughout the day. Sasha tended to the dogs needs, giving them plenty of treats and cuddles. Sasha was also respectful of our house, ensuring any dishware and pots that were used, were returned cleaned, as well as took the trash / recycling out. Based on all the lovely photos we got, it's clear that our dogs loved having Sasha spend the days and nights with them. Would highly recommend Sasha and will likely book again for future vacations.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathy V.
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18. Kathy V.

Full time care for your furbaby💜
Harrison, NJ, 07029
1.5 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$69
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
35 repeat clients
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Kathy is our go-to dog sitter for our puppy Rosie! Shes wonderful with our pup, quick to respond, keeps us updated with pictures and has been super flexible when we had to adjust/extend her time with Rosie. I would highly recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a dog sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Natasha B.
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19. Natasha B.

Rover 101
🐾 Pawsitively Pawesome Dog Sitter!
North Ironbound, Newark, NJ, 07105
1.6 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
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$75
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
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Natasha was amazing! We t couldn’t have been happier spend time with our pups. She took great care of them, constantly sent updates with photos (she is a great pet photographer fyi!!!) and was prompt, professional and kind. We will definitely be booking with her again and highly recommend her!

Availability updated 13 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Kate S.
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20. Kate S.

Assured a pawntastic day with Kate!
Harrison, NJ, 07029
1.5 mi. away
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$35
per night
1 review

Kate has been taking care of our beagle since it was 8months old. Our doggo, Peanut, chose her from the beginning. He is turning 5yrs old this year. Kate would watch him for a month while we are away on vacation. I’ve also accompanied her on her walks with Peanut and I’ve seen firsthand how Kate is gentle and responsible with our baby. Whenever she can, Kate would still watch him. She would also organize some playdates with her friend’s dog just so both dogs can socialize. I approve of Kate based on my experience with her services.

Availability updated 4 days ago

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