Personalized care for your dog or cat - The Waterfront
Highly-rated overnight sitters - The Waterfront
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Merin was AMAZING!! I really felt Moose was being well taken care of and left me with such peace of mind while on vacation. She was super thorough, gave constant updates, and reached out with any questions/concerns. Hands down we found our go to sitter which is the best feeling knowing I have someone to trust to take care of Moose when I need a little R&R! Thank you!!”
“Ian and Clementina were great with Tripp, from taking him to the dog park to letting him join all their errands. I really appreciated the prompt communication and daily photo updates — Tripp was comfortable and rolling over for belly rubs almost instantly with them!”
“I’ve asked Vera to look after Haru a couple of times, and she treated him with the same love and care as if he were part of her own family. Thanks to her, I was able to travel with complete peace of mind. I’d love to ask for her help again next time, and if anyone nearby is looking for a dog sitter, I highly recommend her.”
“Booked a last min 5 night stay for my senior golden retriever! I sent an essay of instruction and Starry + Gio did an amazing job taking care of him. It was literally the coldest winter/weekend in NJ/NY area in the past 10+ years. They kept me updated constantly with walk pics throughout the day and pics of him in general! I was very happy to know that their dog (Walnut) is a sweetheart and gets along well with my dog! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a reliable and responsible couple to dog sit. Will definitely use again. Thank you!”
“André had a great time staying with the Minako family over the weekend. Minako was very responsive in communication and flexible in terms of pick-up/drop-off schedules. Our train back to the city was delayed and Minako was so kind to rearrange the pickup time. André got a free toy gift from Minako at the end of his stay. I highly recommend Minako for your pup(s)!”
“Could not recommend Sanaz enough, she is communicative, charismatic and reasonably flexible about drop off and pick up. We have a big, high energy dog and he came home a tired boy!”
“Rochelle is such a kind and warm-hearted person! My cats are on the anxious side and they warmed up to her quickly. I definitely would recommend and book with her again soon!”
“Bear had another great stay with Michael, his wife and Bread! Thank you for once again being super responsive and accommodating with drop off/pick up times!”
“Michael watched our dog June for one night in preparation for a longer stay and was very communicative and helpful! We’re looking forward to having June stay with him again.”
“Kecia is a very caring person . She took very good care of my 2 years and 2month old fur Baby. Send me pics everyday to let me know he was good and I loved that .”
“Kylie and Kris were wonderful hosts for the bearded queen, goofball supreme: Mischa 🐾. Mischa and I met Kylie in the park a few weeks prior to our booking; she asked good, comprehensive questions about Mischa’s preferences and routines, and listened attentively. I appreciate that she has experience with senior/special needs dogs (even though Mischa doesn’t have special needs, just very strong preferences.) She kept me up to date throughout the long weekend with jolly pictures. She and Kris showered Mischa with love and care, and in the end, there is nothing better than that!”
“Sabrina is incredible and took special care of my dog. She keeps in constant contact with photos and videos. This was my first time using Rover and I will definitely book with Sabrina again. 10/10 fully recommend her!”
“Anastasiia is a wonderful sitter! Communication was easy and seamless, she gave us daily updates and was very accommodating for pick up and drop off. I felt assured Ginger was in great hands while we were away.”
“Pooja is amazing with my dog Waldo. We left him with her overnight and she took care of everything he needed, and more! She even made sure to spend time with him before the actual boarding just so he can get comfortable around her and her place. Pooja really went out of her way to ensure Waldo’s comfort. Waldo came back happy and with a bunch of new toys!!”
“Tiffany is so wonderful. She was so kind and sent us updates about our dog. We just moved to NYC and our dog has separation anxiety. She is the perfect companion for our pup Leche when we have to be away from home for long periods of time. So glad we found Tiffany.”
“Renzo was fantastic! This was the first time that I used Rover and I was a little bit of a nervous mom, but Renzo was awesome and out my mind at ease. He made the drop off and pick up very ease and was immediately a natural with Chico. He sent so many pictures and updates to put our minds at ease. He spoiled Chico and even took him on field trips during his stay! Thanks again for a great stay!”
“Ivette and her family did an excellent job taking care of my rat terrier for over a week. I had constant updates with pictures/videos almost every day. My little baby is a handful sometimes but they seemed to manage him well. They are trustworthy people and we will definitely use them next time we go on vacation.”
“Chandi and her boyfriend were wonderful with Charlie, who can be shy around new people. They kept me up to date with photos, and I could see her relax within the first day. They treated her to a pup cup and lots of love. Will definitely use them again.”
Over 4.1 million dogs curled up for a sleepover in a sitter's home on Rover1
Cat caregivers near you - The Waterfront
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Yuxin took such good care of our 3 cats. She followed our feeding instructions and saved time to place with all the cats every time. Would definitely recommend yuxin to be your cat sitter!”
“Junyi is very prompt. He clearly cared about the pets. He checked in on our cat, noticed his behavior and mood and reported accordingly. I feel comfortable with him checking in!”
“Cyndi did such a great job with my cat coco! Keeping me updated all the time with so many pictures of her. She made me feel so at peace knowing my fur baby was well taken care of, thank you Cyndi!”
“Mollie is an amazing cat sitter! This was my cat's first time with a sitter and spending time with another cat and everything went seamless. Mollie is very knowledgeable about cats and attentive to their needs. We got picture and video updates multiple times a day and my cat seemed to truly feel at home with Mollie and Miso. We will be using her any time we need a sitter.”
“Isaac was great. Came by for a meet/greet before the sit. Was clear in communication and provided detailed updates and photos. Highly recommend. Would use his services again.”
“Yushan was amazing! This was my first time using Rover for my cat and I was nervous to leave him alone. However, Yushan was so professional and put me at ease. She sent so many status updates and pictures of my Magic Mike that really put me at ease! It was so clear how comfortable he was around her and I can’t recommend her enough! Will definitely be using her services in the future.”
“Yuanqing took great care of our baby kitties! The place looks great, everything was done exactly as we asked. He sent lots of pics and information. Highly recommended petsitter!”
“Delphi was great with my cat Leo! She sent lots of pictures each visit and he looked so relaxed with her in all of them. I would definitely trust her to look after him again😊”
“Lakshmi was a very attentive and communicative sitter! She sent videos or photos of the cats at every visit, and gave me updates. She also went above and beyond to clean up the area around their litter box, and I’m so thankful! I would definitely have her look after our girls again.”
“Jessica has been wonderful with our puppy Teddy! She is great at communicating recaps of walks/visits, is patient with his puppy energy and is flexible with schedule changes. Thank you Jessica!”
“Kelly took care of my cat for 10 days. Throughout the duration, she was caring and responsive. She was also really thoughtful in suggesting some play activities with my cat. I definitely felt comfortable in leaving my cat with Kelly. :)”
“Andrew was so attentive and caring with Greyson! I am so relieved that I was able to find another sitter that I’d feel comfortable leaving Greyson with. Will definitely be booking again in the future.”
“Francesca was a wonderful cat sitter for our cat, Bruno. She clearly understands cats well and got along fabulously with Bruno. She followed his care instructions carefully and accurately, and she was communicative with us. I really appreciate the great care she took of our cat and our home!”
“Lin is absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond our expectations and took such wonderful care of our cat. We felt completely at ease knowing our cat was in such loving and reliable hands. We’re so grateful we booked her and wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again. Highly recommend!”
“Nikhita is great!! She stepped up above and beyond when our cat wasn’t having the best habits. She was also super flexible when we needed to add a day last minute.”
About: Two for the price of one! Instead of one sitter, you get two who share responsibility, making us more flexible and able to give your furry friend more attention than a single sitter. I (Kaitlyn) have been a pet sitter since I was in high school. Friends, family, friends of friends, colleagues, etc. have entrusted me to watch their furry friends. I’ve pet sat everything from dogs to porcupines to chickens, and Josh and I recently added a pig to our client list. I grew up with dogs (Pekingese, Husky, and Golden Retriever, not all at the same time), and Josh grew up having both cats and dogs. His parents continue to foster cats to this day! Josh and I come as a bonded pair. You’ll be communicating with me, but behind the scenes, I am coordinating to make sure that all your needs are understood by the two of us. We both have "jobs" in the city: I am currently a grad student, working on my MS at Weill Cornell and Josh is on a hybrid schedule out of an office in Midtown, but does WFH a majority of the week. I am home if I am not in class! There are times during the work week that neither of us are home, so pets do need to be comfortable home alone for a couple hours (no more than four hours!). As for weekends, we are primarily home bodies and are happy to work our personal plans around your booking. Located near downtown Jersey City, we live in a spacious 1B apartment above the Grove Street PATH station (on the Starbucks side). We do not have any other pets of our own and only take one client at a time (2 pets per client max). With living in a high rise, we take elevators with other dogs/people or are in hallways with other dogs/people. If your dog is reactive, we have alternate routes (stairs). Pets are allowed on all our furniture (bed, couch). We do ask that pets are house trained, but they do not have to be crate trained. We do not have a balcony or a fenced yard. We have an exposed pantry, shoes are out in a shoe rack, some open trash cans, and a few stuffed animals in the apartment, so if those are triggers for your pet, we can easily move stuff around/put stuff away.
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Perfect for high energy dogs - The Waterfront
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Vera was a great sitter to sesame. She was extremely thorough, asked questions and very caring to sesame especially when it comes to his anxiety. Sesame seemed to get comfortable around Vera very quickly. Definitely recommend Vera”
“Was such a blessing and relief to have you both take care of my baby girl. This was her first experience being babysat by strangers and she absolutely loved it! She came home and rested all evening. Thank you so much for spoiling her.”
“Aashika was quick to accommodate my last-minute request for daycare. She’s great at communicating and sent updates and photos throughout the day. Waffles enjoyed his time at Aashika’s so much that he didn’t want to come home when I picked him up!!”
“My puppy Nola stayed with Amy while I was working in the office twice this week and had a great time! I can tell she was thoroughly cared for by Amy and came home happy.”
“Nola had such a great time with Yushan and her dog and cat! Yushan sent multiple updates throughout the day which was great to see. Nola is looking forward to seeing her new friends again.”
About: Hi! I’m an experienced and passionate pet sitter with over 10+ years of pet care expertise. I’ve cared for a variety of dog breeds, from playful Golden Doodles and Border Collies to gentle Bulldogs and fluffy Samoyeds, including senior dogs who need extra attention and care. I’m also experienced in administering medications to ensure your pup stays healthy. In addition to dog care, I can provide home sitting, feeding, and companionship for cats, making sure they’re well looked after while you’re away. I can’t wait to give your pets the love and attention they deserve! As someone who is passionate about pets, I make pet care a priority in my daily routine. Whether it’s daily walks, feeding, or simply spending quality time with your pets, I ensure they get the attention they need. I have a flexible schedule that allows me to cater to different needs, whether it’s during weekdays or weekends. Whether your dog needs frequent walks or your cat needs companionship, I can easily fit these responsibilities into my week, making sure your pets are happy and well-cared for throughout the day. When it comes to pet care, safety and trust are my top priorities. In both my home and my client’s home, I create a secure and comfortable environment where pets can feel at ease. I follow any specific routines or instructions to ensure their well-being, from feeding schedules to medication needs. Whether it’s securing gates or monitoring playtime, I keep a close eye on pets to prevent accidents and ensure their safety. I treat each pet as if they were my own, building a bond of trust, so both you and your furry friend can feel confident and comfortable.
“She was amazing with my dog! He loved her when he first saw her, and the videos tell me he felt comfortable around her. There were frequent updates with photos and videos, it made me feel safe :)”
“Our Pote had a wonderful day staying with Allison and Lucy (new beagle buddy) with plenty of fun and walks! Allison is such a loving and caring person, will definitely ask her help again.”
“Buddy was happy when I picked him up from Ayush. Ayush was very easy to communicate with and I appreciated the updates of seeing my pup having a great time. Thank you!”
“Danielle has such great energy . She is kind , trustworthy and seams like a natural with animals . It takes sometime for Freye to open up to new people but almost instantly my Freya felt comfortable with Danielle. Danielle provided videos , pictures and updates in real time that helped me know what was going on. Danielle went above and beyond for my little Freya and is highly recommended. I will defiantly be using Danielle again !”
About: Hi! My name is Ashley and I am originally from Los Angeles. I grew up with three dogs who taught me how to be patient and loving. I have also spent a good amount of time dog-sitting and boarding different dogs. This has given me the experience I need in order to provide the best service for you and your dog. I am reliable and I would treat your dogs like part of my family. I work from home full time so I can easily fit a dog into my weekly routine. I am always conscious of letting dogs out frequently and taking them on longer walks before/after work. I live in an apartment and I do not have a fenced yard. However, I live close to multiple parks and would take your dog on walks a few times a day. Your dog is allowed on my furniture if they are potty trained. I usually allow dogs to sleep with me if they want to!
“Gio was very accommodating with a last-minute daycare request, which I really appreciated. He was punctual with pickup and drop-off, shared regular updates and photos throughout the day, and ensured walks and meals were given on time. My pup came home happy. While Walnut and my pup didn’t quite connect this time, I’m hopeful they’ll build a friendship in the future. Overall, a reliable and positive experience.”
“She is absolutely amazing! My dog has been struggling with separation anxiety recently and usually has a hard time being away from people, but she took such wonderful care of her. In fact, I think my dog was having so much fun that she didn’t even want to come home with me! I would definitely book with her again. Highly recommend — 5 stars!”
“Arthur had a wonderful time with Rainie and Loby! Rainie was super communicative and sent lots of pics and video. Really appreciate the updates and felt very comfortable with her watching Art!”
“Pratik was very responsive and took care of Arlo really well. It was Arlo’s first day staying some other place so we were not sure how he will do but Pratik really took good care of him. Sent updates throughout the day. Hope to work with Pratik again.”
“Lauren was the perfect babysitter for our pup while we were away for the day! We could tell he loved getting to hang with her and she was super responsive. We’ll definitely schedule another time for Lauren to watch Rizzo :)”
“Paige was very communicative and accommodating! We had a non-traditional request - just a quick in-home “daycare” for an evening - and Paige was very flexible and understanding.”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - The Waterfront
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Isaac was great with our dog Cookie! He responded to our last minute request and helped us out immensely. Very communicative and kind. Thank you so much!!”
“I would highly recommend Yuanqing. He walked my pet mason for 2 days. Very good communication and mason loved him. I will use his services again. Thank you!”
About: Hi! I’m Amy, a pet lover based in Jersey City 😊 I provide a safe, clean, and comfortable home where your pet will be treated like family. I’m home most of the time, so your pet will get plenty of attention, care, and companionship throughout the day. I have hands-on experience caring for pets, including feeding, walking, playtime, and making sure they feel comfortable in a new environment. I’m attentive to their behavior and needs, and I always aim to keep them calm, happy, and well cared for. I understand how important it is to feel at ease while you’re away, so I’ll send regular updates and photos to keep you reassured. My goal is to make sure your pet feels safe, relaxed, and loved during their stay 🐾 I have flexible schedule⏰Available on weekdays & weekends, mostly stay at home and I open for short-term and longer stays as well. Always fast response and reliable communication.☎️ I provide clean, cozy, and pet-friendly space. 🏡Calm environment—great for pets who prefer a peaceful stay. I mostly stay at home with plenty of time for play, rest, and attention and close supervision to ensure safety at all times.
“Junyi is a great walker! You can just tell he really loves dogs, & I feel like he loves my baby the way I do! Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for someone they can trust their dog with.”
“Danielle was able to help us out last minute with our dog walk! She is very responsive and gave us great updates throughout the walk. I would highly recommend Danielle to walk your pets! Thank you again!!”
About: I’m a babysitter, I love to be around with kid and pet. so I was taking care of the dogs in all the family with. I have a lot of experience with pet. I feed and bathe, and walk them , also clean their teeth every day. I can walk dog in Monday to Friday, 10:30am to 2pm, and after 7pm. I can play and clean your pet. I also will training them as well. I have fence and pet toy, take them to walk.I also pay attention and play with them. Mostly time I like to pet them on the coaches.
About: I have years of experience, both with my own dog and on WAG! I am super responsible and treat all animals as I would my own! I am available during the morning, afternoon and evenings! I’m looking for a consistent routine and would love to care for your pet. I am also happy to do one off walks or drop ins, no commitment needed! I am a naturally caring individual and I am highly alert of the safety of all of my clients. I will ensure your pet is well taken care of!
“Jessica took such great care of Kiwi and made the whole experience stress free. She was attentive, reliable, and kept me updated with messages and photos. I could tell he felt comfortable and well cared for. I’m so grateful for her help and would definitely book her again!”
“Alexandra was wonderful with our senior dog. I appreciate how Alexandra is very responsible; communicates timely, always on time, understands my dog’s needs, and is gentle with my dog. Thank you for being so professional; I trust my baby is safe with you.”
“Ana took great care of our pooch. She took pictures and wrote comments for each of the walks which was very insightful and reassuring. Would highly recommend Ana!”
“Christina is absolutely phenomenal. She was able to accommodate an emergency situation with a tight time frame - absolute life saver! Will 1000% use again - Finn had an amazing time with her!”
About: Experienced with many breeds, skilled in calm handling and leash control, and offer a warm family home where every dog feels safe, understood, and loved. As a full‑time stay‑home mom, I have a flexible schedule and plenty of patience, thanks to my two kids, to give pets calm, consistent care. I follow each dog’s routine, offer calm guidance, walks, play, and a warm family atmosphere so pets feel safe and cared for in my home.
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Large dog specialists near you - The Waterfront
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Booked a last min 5 night stay for my senior golden retriever! I sent an essay of instruction and Starry + Gio did an amazing job taking care of him. It was literally the coldest winter/weekend in NJ/NY area in the past 10+ years. They kept me updated constantly with walk pics throughout the day and pics of him in general! I was very happy to know that their dog (Walnut) is a sweetheart and gets along well with my dog! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a reliable and responsible couple to dog sit. Will definitely use again. Thank you!”
“Bear had another great stay with Michael, his wife and Bread! Thank you for once again being super responsive and accommodating with drop off/pick up times!”
“Pooja is amazing with my dog Waldo. We left him with her overnight and she took care of everything he needed, and more! She even made sure to spend time with him before the actual boarding just so he can get comfortable around her and her place. Pooja really went out of her way to ensure Waldo’s comfort. Waldo came back happy and with a bunch of new toys!!”
“Tiffany is so wonderful. She was so kind and sent us updates about our dog. We just moved to NYC and our dog has separation anxiety. She is the perfect companion for our pup Leche when we have to be away from home for long periods of time. So glad we found Tiffany.”
“Renzo was fantastic! This was the first time that I used Rover and I was a little bit of a nervous mom, but Renzo was awesome and out my mind at ease. He made the drop off and pick up very ease and was immediately a natural with Chico. He sent so many pictures and updates to put our minds at ease. He spoiled Chico and even took him on field trips during his stay! Thanks again for a great stay!”
“Ivette and her family did an excellent job taking care of my rat terrier for over a week. I had constant updates with pictures/videos almost every day. My little baby is a handful sometimes but they seemed to manage him well. They are trustworthy people and we will definitely use them next time we go on vacation.”
“First time rover user here. I had a family emergency and was desperate to find someone last second. Daniel and Cheryl were quick to respond and fortunately were able to take care of my dog Armin within 12 hours notice. Right away I could tell Armin’s demeanor was immediately comfortable, which doesn’t always happen so it was really reassuring. Since it was my first time using rover or any stranger for that matter to pet sit, Cheryl immediately made us feel comfortable. You can really sense the love they have for dogs and their experience. They have a great patio area and we got frequent updates for the couple of days we were gone with pictures. They have a really cute son and it was really a joy to see him play with Armin since we don’t have kids of our own. On the last day, we had to pick up Armin really early and they were more than accommodating. Thank you Daniel and Cheryl for helping us out. I would gladly use your help again and recommend your family to anyone with petsitting needs.”
“Our very first boarding experience was with Tanvi- Wonderful!! Starting from meet and greet, to regular updates - immediately made us at ease. Our 1yo frenchie was thrilled about it as well, came home so happy and fully energized :) Vacation was so much more relaxing knowing he was in such good care. 100% recommend!”
“We had a wonderful experience boarding our puppy with Ayush. From the start, communication was excellent, and we felt completely at ease leaving our puppy in his care. He provided regular updates, photos, and videos, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. Our puppy came home happy, healthy, and clearly well cared for. It was obvious that Ayush genuinely enjoys spending time with dogs and treated our puppy like part of the family. We especially appreciated our puppy having new friends to play with (Ayush’s dogs). We would absolutely book with Ayush again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy person to board with.”
“Pratik and his wife are so great. Our dog loves them and they are consistently reliable. We feel at ease leaving our dog with them while we are away on trips. We get regular updates on how he’s doing and have never had any issues. We will continue booking them.”
“Michael and Ahmed were such great sitters. They made me and Brooklyn feel so welcomed. They kept me well informed with pictures and updates while he was with them. I can tell Brooklyn was well cared for while he was with them. I definitely would recommend them to anyone looking for caring, knowledgeable, fun dog sitters.”
“Euitae was great with my puppy! Communicated with me well throughout the time, sent photos and videos. I felt comfortable leaving her with a new boarder and would work with Euitae again!”
“Kevin and his dog Reuben were wonderful hosts for our girl Lily!!! She has an absolute ball with them! Kevin was very communicative and proactive about sending photos of all the fun and adventures they were having. We would love to have Lily stay with them again if a need arose!”
“Cyndi & Paul are awesome! Took great care of my dog while she was boarding in their home. They sent me plenty of updates and pictures to make sure I knew how she was doing! Would absolutely recommend”
“Stephanie was amazing and a last minute life saver as I needed to alter travel plans! They helped with the smooth pickup and drop off as well and kept me updated about Tycoo!”
“Daniela was truly great with Milo. He had a great time staying with her. She sent photos daily and let me know how he was doing. Would definitely recommend her!”
“Kiersten and Casey are the best! Super accommodating. Just the right amount of pics and updates :) I knew my girl was in good hands the whole time. 10/10!”
“Meiqi was an amazing host, and took great care of both of my cats on short notice after a busted pipe. Will continue to book with her in the future and would highly recommend”
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