In-home sitters in and near Newark for your next trip

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Overview

When you're going to be away from home for a period of time and you have pets, one of the things you need to do is make sure your pets have quality care. While some people bring their pets with them or send their pets to a boarding location, this isn't the right choice for everyone, and in-home sitting can provide care for your pets and your home all at once, while allowing your pets to stay in their home. If you're looking for in-home sitting services, here are some of the best in Newark.

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Please note: The following information was correct at the time of publication but may have recently changed. We recommend contacting the business you are interested in visiting to ensure your pet can be accommodated.

1. Home Away From Home Pet Services


Serving species
Bird Cat Dog Reptile Small Animal
Services
Food water Daycare Kennel boarding Mobile service Pick-up/drop-off Dog walking Litter box cleaning

The variety of services available through Home Away From Home Pet Services has made it such a popular option for people in Newark and surrounding cities for years. Not only do they offer in-home pet sitting, but they also offer pet boarding, allowing pets to stay in their owner's home in a cage-free environment, as well as dog walking and doggy daycare service.

Contact Home Away From Home Pet Services for more information about bonding and insurance.

2. Montclair Pet Girl


Serving species
Cat Dog
Services
Food water Mobile service Dog lodging Litter box cleaning Overnight in home stays

Montclair is a small township just to the northeast of Newark proper, but its proximity to Newark means that many people who live in Montclair consider themselves to be living in Newark. If you're in Montclair and need dog-walking or pet-sitting services, check out Montclair Pet Girl, which has been offering high-quality sitting services for years. They provide both dog and cat services, including dog walking and even overnight sitting.

Contact Montclair Pet Girl for more information about bonding and insurance.

3. ESP Pet Specialists


Serving species
Bird Cat Dog Reptile Small Animal
Services
Food water Kennel boarding Mobile service Dog walking

ESP Pet Specialists describes themselves as "Northern New Jersey's most trusted team" for all of its services, and if you're someone who's looking for pet-sitting and dog-walking services for your furry friend, you'll quickly find out why. They provide dog walking, boarding, and in-home pet-sitting options, with services available for all kinds of animals, including small and exotic animals. Plus, they also provide specialized services, like medication administration.

ESP Pet Specialists is bonded and insured. Contact them directly for more information.

4. Jersey Dogs


Serving species
Dog Cat
Services
Food water Daycare Mobile service Dog walking Overnight in home stays

Jersey Dogs primarily focuses on giving your dog love and attention when you're away. Their variety of services includes dog sitting, as well as cat sitting, but also provides many other services for energetic dogs. Services include group walks and adventure hikes, as well as "day-ventures," where pups come with Jersey Dogs walkers doing walks and hikes throughout the day. No matter how much care your pups need, Jersey Dogs can likely help.

Contact Jersey Dogs for more information about bonding and insurance.

5. Silver Hound Dog Walking & Cat Sitting


Serving species
Dog Cat
Services
Food water Mobile service Dog walking Litter box cleaning

Silver Hound Dog Walking & Cat Sitting offers exactly what it says: dog-walking and cat-sitting services. Their services are kept intentionally streamlined, so it's easy to get exactly what you need when you need it. Regardless of how long you will be away from home, Silver Hound is a great resource for sitting services. Plus, they're also extremely concerned with helping pet owners keep their pets safe, so they also offer some resources for newcomers to the area or new pet owners.

Silver Hound Dog Walking & Cat Sitting is bonded and insured. Contact them directly for more information.

Keep your pets cared for while you're gone


When you're on a vacation, you don’t want to experience anxiety over whether or not your pets are being properly cared for. Instead of worrying, you can invest in pet-sitting services and be certain that your pets are safe. Before you leave, you may want to prepare your pets, doing whatever is necessary to avoid unnecessary anxiety due to your absence. You can book a virtual vet appointment with Vetster to get help with preparing your pets for a trip.

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