Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in West Side, Newark, NJ
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Top rated West Side pet sitters
“Deliris was very communicative and accommodating with taking care of our cats; I never once worried about them in her care! She sends great pictures and very detailed updates. I recommend choosing her to sit your babies!”
“Highly recommend Bailee! She was attentive with our puppy during his hour check-in and sent us a bunch of pics. Echo loved his time with Bailee and looks forward to seeing her again!”
“Jennifer is awesome. She helped me out last minute and was fantastic. Deposit the rush it went as smooth as can be. She took great care of my cat, had great communication, was kind, helpful and accommodating, all the things. I highly recommend Jennifer and would definitely book again. Thank you! 😀”
“Jade was incredible with my cat Daphne! She sent lots of pictures and videos and gave great updates. She spent lots of quality time with her and I came home to a very content kitty :)”
About: Since birth, I grew up around all different kinds of animals. I’ve raised 3 beautiful pit bulls and lab mix while also having the opportunity to dog sit friends pets from Golden Retriever’s to Yorkies. I am currently going to school part-time so I have plenty of free time to watch over your pets! My schedule is very flexible and easy to work around. I have a fenced backyard as well as front yard. I love playing fetch with my dog while also playing tag. After tricks, she loves receiving her treats.
“Christian is kind and great with my puppy. He’s very communicative and followed the directions I left well. He even gave me great tips on being a first time dog owner.”
“Sasha was fantastic. We have a young puppy with a lot of energy, she not only played and ran around with him but was also patient in dealing with his puppy antics. Would definitely have her in our home again and highly recommend her services for your fur baby (just not on the days that we need her for ours :)”
“Irisdelie was amazing, great communication and so so wonderful with my cats. Provided great updates with adorable pictures after each visit. I felt very comfortable and happy knowing my babes were being well cared for and loved while I was away.”
“Nhi was an above and beyond sitter. She took care of our cat Amelia for a week, sent us pictures and videos, and followed all instructions with diligence. I have anxiety, so her being so communicative helped my family to truly enjoy our vacation. We travel often and will definitely book Nhi again in the future! I can’t recommend her enough.”
“Jestine is great and very sweet!! Our cat Juju warmed up to her quickly and we appreciated her kind and gentle energy towards him. Highly recommended and would book with her again!”
About: I’ve cared for many family pets in the past, mostly smaller dogs. Because of my love for dogs, I enjoy doing research about different or watching videos, so I have a deep understanding of dog behavior, body language, and care. I’m also very active and would love another reason to get out and run! Hello, my name is Taylor and I’m currently a college student! I’m available pretty much any time of any day, especially in the early afternoon. First, I respect the routine the pet already has and would like to know all details about their current routine. I also find it important to know any injuries, medications, allergies, etc. to make sure they stay as comfortable as possible.
“Neide continues to be reliable pet care. I was away for a week and she took good care of my cat, Bob. And plants too. Recommend her to anyone seeking good pet care.”
“Kayla was absolutely WONDERFUL with our two cats. Our cats are still acclimating to one another, and not only did she spend time with each of them but she did an amazing job at having them play together, listening to them if they had enough, and overall giving them many positive bonding experiences with each other. I also have a much more involved feeding routine/schedule for them than most people, and she followed everything perfectly. I always looked forward to her reports and pictures, and she was very thorough on her stay and how the cats were acting/feeling. I'm 100% sure they will miss her (especially Filo) and I will definitely call on Kayla again in the future!”
“Angie did a great job of taking care of our cats while my fiancé and I were on vacation. She followed our more in depth instructions with the food to a tee and did a great job making sure all the litter boxes were cleaned daily. Would definitely recommend.”
About: I have been around dogs nearly my entire life and I can never get enough of them. Dogs are not only our little furry friends, but they are also family, they need support, respect, attention and most of all love from someone who will give it to them 100% and whole heartedly which is why I take the utmost care and hold the greatest honor to be apart of any canines life. The loyalty and bond that can be created by these 2 individuals is like no other and throughout our entire lives we live and learn to realize who was by our side the most, giving us not only such amazing friends, but the most faithful, devoted and true companions we could ever know
About: With over two years of pet care experience, I genuinely love dogs and treat every pet like family. I pay close attention to little details, like their favorite toys, preferred walking spots, treat times, and how they like to be greeted. Whether it’s belly rubs or playtime, your pet’s comfort and happiness always come first Currently, I’m getting online early morning training in my new skills, which gives me a very flexible schedule. This allows me to dedicate plenty of time, attention, and care to your pet. Whether it’s morning walks, midday visits, or evening playtime, I can easily adjust to your pet’s routine I always prioritize safety, comfort, and trust when caring for pets, whether in my home or a client’s. I follow their routines, respect house rules, and pay attention to small details like locked gates and secure leashes. I create a calm, loving environment where pets feel safe and happy
About: I can share that passion with other dogs and dog owners that need a further assistance with the furry family members. Taking care of various dogs makes it easier to learn their needs and wants and if they are well trained it will be easier to take care of them, In the other hand I have patience and a commanding voice that helps them understand I am in control. Snacks are also available which help me develop trust and a bond in order to contribute to a healthy relationship. I currently work full time but I am at home Monday, Friday, Weeknights after work and Weekends at any time to make sure their needs are taken care of. While taking care of your dogs I prioritize their safety by thoroughly assessing their environment, building trust with both the dog and the owner and providing excellent care
About: I was a soldier in my country, I took my dog training course and worked with many breeds. I really like sharing my time with pets and I will take care of them as if they were my own. I work part-time and I want to share my free time with pets and take care of them as if they were my own and pamper them so that they feel good with me until they return home. I have an empty backyard which I could use for the care and much more of your pets with the greatest security and more confidence
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Deliris D.Star Sitter
“Deliris was very communicative and accommodating with taking care of our cats; I never once worried about them in her care! She sends great pictures and very detailed updates. I recommend choosing her to sit your babies!”
Bailee H.Star Sitter
“Highly recommend Bailee! She was attentive with our puppy during his hour check-in and sent us a bunch of pics. Echo loved his time with Bailee and looks forward to seeing her again!”
Jennifer W.Star Sitter
“Jennifer is awesome. She helped me out last minute and was fantastic. Deposit the rush it went as smooth as can be. She took great care of my cat, had great communication, was kind, helpful and accommodating, all the things. I highly recommend Jennifer and would definitely book again. Thank you! 😀”
Jade G.Star Sitter
“Jade was incredible with my cat Daphne! She sent lots of pictures and videos and gave great updates. She spent lots of quality time with her and I came home to a very content kitty :)”
Rachel D.Star Sitter
“Rachel always takes excellent care of my dogs ! She always feeds them gives them water and let's them out in our backyard or walks them making sure they get enough outside air and bathroom time as well. She is great 10/10 reccomend she will never do anything concerning our dogs without talking it over with us first. Most importantly my pets absolutely love her.”
Christian C.
“Christian is kind and great with my puppy. He’s very communicative and followed the directions I left well. He even gave me great tips on being a first time dog owner.”
Sasha M.
Star Sitter
“Sasha was fantastic. We have a young puppy with a lot of energy, she not only played and ran around with him but was also patient in dealing with his puppy antics. Would definitely have her in our home again and highly recommend her services for your fur baby (just not on the days that we need her for ours :)”
Steve L.
“Steve was a great help dog sitting! He was friendly, reliable, and very communicative. We were so happy to connect with him and would recommend for dog walking.”
Irisdelie D.
“Irisdelie was amazing, great communication and so so wonderful with my cats. Provided great updates with adorable pictures after each visit. I felt very comfortable and happy knowing my babes were being well cared for and loved while I was away.”
Nhi R.
“Nhi was an above and beyond sitter. She took care of our cat Amelia for a week, sent us pictures and videos, and followed all instructions with diligence. I have anxiety, so her being so communicative helped my family to truly enjoy our vacation. We travel often and will definitely book Nhi again in the future! I can’t recommend her enough.”
Jestine S.Star Sitter
“Jestine is great and very sweet!! Our cat Juju warmed up to her quickly and we appreciated her kind and gentle energy towards him. Highly recommended and would book with her again!”
Taylor M.
“Taylor is AMAZING with dogs, and I fully trust her with my little guy Ollie. He’s a small fluffy maltese with a big personality, super cuddly but also a little shy with new people. Taylor is so patient and gentle with him, and it didn’t take long at all for him to warm up to her. Now he gets SO excited every time he sees her (zoomies and all 😂). She’s the kind of person who really gets animals like, she notices the small things, respects their routines, and always makes sure they feel safe and loved. She takes him on nice walks, gives him his favorite treats, and sends me the cutest photo updates while I’m away at work and I love knowing my little man is having a blast.”
Neide P.
“Neide continues to be reliable pet care. I was away for a week and she took good care of my cat, Bob. And plants too. Recommend her to anyone seeking good pet care.”
Kayla W.
“Kayla was absolutely WONDERFUL with our two cats. Our cats are still acclimating to one another, and not only did she spend time with each of them but she did an amazing job at having them play together, listening to them if they had enough, and overall giving them many positive bonding experiences with each other. I also have a much more involved feeding routine/schedule for them than most people, and she followed everything perfectly. I always looked forward to her reports and pictures, and she was very thorough on her stay and how the cats were acting/feeling. I'm 100% sure they will miss her (especially Filo) and I will definitely call on Kayla again in the future!”
Angie V.
“Angie did a great job of taking care of our cats while my fiancé and I were on vacation. She followed our more in depth instructions with the food to a tee and did a great job making sure all the litter boxes were cleaned daily. Would definitely recommend.”
Juan D.
About: I have been around dogs nearly my entire life and I can never get enough of them. Dogs are not only our little furry friends, but they are also family, they need support, respect, attention and most of all love from someone who will give it to them 100% and whole heartedly which is why I take the utmost care and hold the greatest honor to be apart of any canines life. The loyalty and bond that can be created by these 2 individuals is like no other and throughout our entire lives we live and learn to realize who was by our side the most, giving us not only such amazing friends, but the most faithful, devoted and true companions we could ever know
Caroline G.
“Absolutely amazing service! My dog loved every walk and came back happy and well-exercised. Super reliable, friendly, and clearly great with animals. I highly recommend to any pet owner looking for someone they can trust. Five stars all the way!”
Mateo P.
“I can start off by saying Mateo is a dog lover. The way he treats Casper (his dog) amazes me. He subscribed to barkbox to have his dog receive a box full of treats and toys every month. When ever we hangout and he sees a dog, he goes crazy to pet them. I can definitely put my word and recommend him as a dog sitter, i'm sure he will do an amazing job, the dogs are going to be extremely happy when he takes care of them. Can't wait to hear back from Mateo, letting me know he became a dog sitter.”
Irlanda P.
About: I was a soldier in my country, I took my dog training course and worked with many breeds. I really like sharing my time with pets and I will take care of them as if they were my own. I work part-time and I want to share my free time with pets and take care of them as if they were my own and pamper them so that they feel good with me until they return home. I have an empty backyard which I could use for the care and much more of your pets with the greatest security and more confidence
Mattingly B.
“Mattingly was awesome at taking care of my cat for a week! Super sweet and followed my picky cat's regimen to a tee! Would 100% book her again!”
West Side pet parents share their Rover experiences
Words are not enough to how I would like to describe my customer experience with Irene, but here I’ll try. Irene was extremely: attentive, caring, responsive, detail-oriented, committed, flexible and on time. She cared for my peace of mind, having great chemistry and patience with my pet, spending time with her, going above and beyond. I’m extremely satisfied with Irene as a pet sitter. I highly recommend Irene and look forward to working with her in the future.
Lillian is awesome! Extremely attentive. Always left great notes. She was prompt and showed up twice daily at consistent time frames to take care of my little man! He is shy, and she even got him to snuggle on her lap after a few days of bonding! I know my little buddy Charleston is in great hands now whenever I leave town because I have Lillian to help care for him! Thanks again!
You HAVE to hire Sasha! From the moment we met Sasha we knew, the energy was exactly what our boys needed. One of my pups is reactive to other dogs and really doesn’t take easily with those who are scared of him. Sasha approached him right away and he immediately knew he was safe. They went on walks together and our boy seemed to be right at home with Sasha! My other little guy loved the attention and pets. All of our instructions were followed (and I left a lot of them), and we were kept updated with photos and videos of the boys throughout the booking. We are so glad to have a sitter we can trust!
Janayah is a lovely cat sitter and I highly recommend her. She read and followed all my instructions and took good care of my cat Luna. She provided a couple photos each visit. She played with Luna, kept the litter tidy for her, made sure her food plates were cleaned out and rotated. She has been very responsive in her communication and handled everything well while I was away on vacation. I came back to seeing everything neat and clean in the house as well.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in West Side is $35
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in West Side on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $35 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in West Side.
Rover makes it easy to find West Side 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
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.
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