Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in West Side, Jersey City, NJ

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Sitter Profile Image: Dong W.
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Dong W.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
186 reviews
92 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bergen-Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

Great experience! Dong was very communicative and kept us updated for each and every walk. He made sure to send lots of pictures (which we appreciate) and followed instructions for feeding/medicine/etc. Highly recommend!

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John B.
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Gabriela & Maidely F.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
252 reviews
101 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Greenville, Jersey City, NJ, 07305

Amazing amazing care of my cat! He even came out to see her & say hello 🥹 I received many pictures & she throughly followed everything my cat needed for the visit. She was sweet enough to even clean the gifts he leaves for us when we’re away (throw up 😩). So thankful! She was great! Will definitely book again, so glad we found her 😬😬😬

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Jessica G.
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Ann C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
West Side, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

Ann was wonderful with my shy young cat! She checked in on her thoughtfully and was very communicative with me. I absolutely recommend her!

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Brianne J.
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Sydney P.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
McGinley Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

They were amazing! I have two dogs who never received care outside of boarding and they were communicative, transparent, and provided top care for my dogs. Would leave more stars if I could.

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Stephanie C.
Sitter Profile Image: Thillaiyampalam "Raj" R.
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Thillaiyampalam "Raj" R.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
197 reviews
67 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

Raj was an amazing dog sitter! He took great care of Saint, providing plenty of walks, playtime, and updates with pictures. It was clear that he truly cares for animals and treats them like his own. Communication was easy, and I felt completely at ease knowing Saint was in good hands. I’ll definitely be booking with Raj again in the future. Highly recommend!

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Yash M.
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Ivan N.
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$28
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4.9 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
40 repeat clients
10 years of experience
West Side, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

Our rescue pup can be pretty nervous with strangers. Ivan always takes his time with Raspberry and is very kind and understanding. It gives us a lot of peace of mind when we leave her home alone. ❤️

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Olivia A.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
West Side, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

Olivia was a fantastic sitter for our cats. It took no time at all for them to get accustomed to a new person. I have booked and rebooked her in the past and would have no problem continuing to do so. As an added bonus, she was a great photographer, so I always looked forward to her updates! I couldn’t recommend her enough.

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Alan L.
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QIUYAN L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
6 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

About: I provide a calm, loving environment where pets feel at home. My attention to each pet’s unique personality and routine. I have experience caring for both energetic puppies and sweet senior dogs who need a slower pace and extra patience. Whether it’s administering medication, sticking to special diets, or just offering lots of cuddles, I tailor care to what your pet needs most. I also prioritize communication, so you’ll always get updates and peace of mind while you're away. I’m able to give pets plenty of attention throughout the day, whether that means regular check-ins, quiet companionship, or active play. I am available to boarding on weekdays and weekends. I live in a pet-friendly apartment with very easy access to outdoor for walks (nearby dog parks) and potty breaks throughout the day. I stick closely to their daily routine so they feel at home. I'm attentive to their mood and needs and keep their space clean and comfy.

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Jessica A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
408 reviews
136 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

I am grateful to have Jessica check in on my cat, Esteban, while I was gone. She gave Esteban serious love and affection, and she followed my instructions to a T, going above and beyond. Would recommend!

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Alicia T.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Bergen-Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

I can't say enough good things about Alicia. My dog can be a bit aggressive towards strangers at first, but he got to love her! She has a lot of patience with him, plays with him and makes him feel loved while we are away. She is my go to girl for Niko and I'm sure he feels the same way 😄

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Michelle L.
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$16
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4.7 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

Reliable and friendly!

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Laura B.
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Kaitlin D.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
174 reviews
47 repeat clients
11 years of experience
The Heights, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

Kaitlin was great! Came on time, was very communicative, and we could see how much our kitty loved her through the pictures. She even helped us resolve a fiasco with our automatic pet feeder. Will definitely rebook!

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Andrea G.
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Ronald B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
17 repeat clients
10 years of experience
The Heights, Jersey city, NJ, 07307

The best dog sitter we could ask for! Franklin absolutely adores them—on days they aren’t scheduled, he literally waits by the door looking for them. That says it all. Reliable, caring, and clearly someone my dog feels safe and happy with. Couldn’t recommend more highly.

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Chelsea F.
Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn H.
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Kathryn H.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bergen-Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

Kathryn was very accommodating of my last minute booking and I’m very happy to have found her! She was kind and patient with my nervous kitty and won her over by the end of her first visit. I trust her completely and highly recommend her for any pet sitting care you need!

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Nicole W.
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Melissa L.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Jersey City, NJ, 07304

Melissa is absolutely wonderful! This is my first time using Rover, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She made sure to send me photos, videos, and updates each visit, and I felt incredibly comfortable with her in my home! You can tell she truly cares and interacts with your pet. Absolutely recommend, and will use her in the future to watch my little guy!

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Emma V.
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Mabel K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
The Heights, Jersey City, NJ, 07307

Mabel was great with our cat when we were out over the holidays. Very quick to respond and communicative. Would definitely book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Christina O.
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Christina O.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
McGinley Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

Christina was incredibly sweet, communicative, detail oriented, and super caring towards my Malio. She went above and beyond taking care of my cat and was so excited to do so. I would recommend her to anyone for their pet sitting needs and can’t wait to have her watch my boy again!

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Andrew S.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
16 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Jersey City, NJ, 07306

Andrew has been great with our puppy. We were apprehensive to leave him for the first time with anyone but our fears were lifted with how attentive Andrew is with providing updates and his real care for our dog. Definitely a good choice!

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Sitter Profile Image: Maria B.
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Maria B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
McGinley Square, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

About: I have had cats and dogs all my life. I currently have a Pittbull and 5 cats at home. I’ve been doing professional pet care since 2022. I’m currently working as a nurse and am looking for some extra income! My schedule is constantly changing but I do my best to update my calendar with my availability as often as possible. I usually know my schedule for work a month in advance. I don’t do overnight house sitting! I treat animals with respect and try to act in a way that respects their space and makes them feel as safe as possible. I will never force interactions between myself and a pet. They deserve clean places to live and top-notch care!

Sitter Profile Image: Lexis W.
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Lexis W.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Jersey City, NJ, 07305

I’ve did multiple bookings with Lexis some drop ins and boarding she is absolutely the best sitter ever! She’s so reliable sticks to her word and is very trustworthy! She checked on my pups every day and even went over and beyond for them. I’m so appreciative that I found her on Rover she deserves so much recognition. Her communication skills are excellent she will also tell you what’s going on and send pictures. She’s the sweetest ever thank you again I will definitely book with her every single time.

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Kaylee H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

If you need a cat sitter, I highly recommend Melanie who communicated consistently and reliably. She kept my worries at bay during an extended trip by giving me updates on my cat and the snowstorm. My cat warmed up to her and she gave me peace of mind by sending video and photo updates every visit.

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Yi Peng Y.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dona is the best! She does a great job checking in on our cat Noodle. She gives her lots of pets and treats. Noodle is always a happy cat when we get home.

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Sara M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie was absolutely amazing with my somewhat timid 5 year old cat Cora. Cora grew to adore her and really bonded with her by the end of the week. Katie is like next-level cat whisperer! She sent great notes and pics every visit, kept Cora’s bowls and litter very clean and most importantly gave her so much affection and TLC while I was away. Cora also loved Carolina when she came to visit for a day with Katie. It really gave me so much peace of mind and I feel very lucky and fortunate to have found Katie and Carolina!

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Melissa G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

thank you so much for coming last minute to take care of dobby & winnow. our little family loves and appreciates you so much!

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alanis c.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ann was wonderful with my shy young cat! She checked in on her thoughtfully and was very communicative with me. I absolutely recommend her!

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Brianne J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gabriela and Maidley take the best care of my cat, Kaya! They are very reliable and always take great photos to keep me updated. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of a cat sitter!

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Sarah H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lin is such an amazing pet sitter. Our cat loved spending time with her (he’s definitely shy but she’s such a thorough and patient person - he immediately befriended her). We loved everything: the visit to get to know each other, her patience, all the updates and cards we received daily with photos and videos. Thank you, Lin!

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Valentina-Diana T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Deanna was amazing with my two cats, and my shy cat warmed up very quick to her! She left great updates and photos everyday. Thanks again for everything!

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Taylor N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Danielle was so patient and kind with our girl Annie! So happy with her drop ins and cannot wait to use her services again!

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Leigh W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Just returned from a 10 day trip - probably our longest trip away from our cats yet. I was so nervous about leaving them, but from the first visit, Joyce reassured me with her playful and loving care of our cats. We just love her!

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Katherine W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

The best dog sitter we could ask for! Franklin absolutely adores them—on days they aren’t scheduled, he literally waits by the door looking for them. That says it all. Reliable, caring, and clearly someone my dog feels safe and happy with. Couldn’t recommend more highly.

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Chelsea F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yuanqing is the BEST!!! Thorough and friendly, I know that I can count on him to take the best care of Bella and Baxter while I'm away

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Jeffrey D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie is truly amazing! My dog warmed up to her very quickly. She’s always on time, extremely communicative, and genuinely caring. She puts real time and effort into spending quality time with my pup and takes excellent care of her. I feel completely comfortable trusting her and highly recommend her!

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Jacob M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cynthia is an amazing sitter! I was very lucky to have found her and my cat has an amazing relationship with her. It’s very obvious that she is very experienced in her line of work and really knows how to make a cat tick

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Toufiq H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Robin was wonderful! She sent me videos and communicated the whole trip! I was so at ease! My cat Charlie loved her! It makes it so easy to book a trip with worry! Thanks so much robin!

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Walter T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria took care of my fur baby for 10days while I was away. She was responsive, reliable, and very flexible as my travel plans kept changing. Even during a snowstorm, she showed up as scheduled. I really appreciate her clear communication and reliability. Thank you for making my trip stress-free!

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Giselle P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brianna was punctual and professional, and helped me out big time with a last-minute request. She sent pictures that put my heart and mind at ease, knowing my cat was well taken care of while I was away.

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Jake S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Olivia was a fantastic sitter for our cats. It took no time at all for them to get accustomed to a new person. I have booked and rebooked her in the past and would have no problem continuing to do so. As an added bonus, she was a great photographer, so I always looked forward to her updates! I couldn’t recommend her enough.

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Alan L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Francesca was amazing!! So empathetic, calm, and detail-oriented. The best cat-sitter we could have picked. We can’t wait to use Francesca again!!

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Audra H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kathryn was great with communication and keeping us updated on our two cats. From the pictures she provided, we could see our cats were comfortable with her and were well cared for. We are so grateful!

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Landon B.
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