Bergen County Pet Sitters
Christen
Owner
I was born and raised in Bergen County and have had a love for animals since I was a young girl. I got my first dog, a Sheltie named Cody, when I was 13 years old. Cody was a great companion and was very smart. Losing him was devastating, but ultimately led me to the career path that I’m on today.
I attended the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where I studied Communications with a minor in Spanish. After graduation, I got a job in New York City doing Advertising Sales, but wasn’t fulfilled at my job. During this time of trying to decide what to do career wise, Cody passed away. I was devastated and started pet sitting part time to fill a void of not having my furry buddy with me. I loved being able to spend time with dogs and cats again! I started to think about what I could do as a career to incorporate animals into my life.
I decided to quit my job in Manhattan, move back to New Jersey and go to school to become a Veterinary Technician. While I attended school full time, I worked part time at a 24/7 emergency animal hospital in Rockland County, New York. After 2 years, I received my Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology from Bergen Community College! I then took my national exam and became licensed to work. I started my career at the Bergen County Veterinary Center in 2016 and am so happy to be working in a familiar environment again. I truly enjoy what I do and feel that I make a difference most every day.
As my pet sitting services continued to grow, I officially launched Vet Tech Pet Sit, LLC in 2017. In 2021, I went all in and made my dream a reality by offering pet sitting and dog walking full time! By 2023, I was excited to welcome my first employee to the team.
Pegeen
Pegeen joined Vet Tech Pet Sit in October 2023 after being a stay at home mom for many years. She raised 3 children and a Basset Hound named Winston. When Winston crossed the Rainbow Bridge, she decided it would be fun to take care of other people’s fur babies. In her spare time, Pegeen enjoys spending time with her family. She is dedicated to taking wonderful care of your pets and enjoys every minute!
Rachel
Rachel joined Vet Tech Pet Sit in 2024 as a part time weekend sitter. She also works full time in wealth management. Rachel has always been an animal lover. She had cats growing up. She and her husband Saro adopted a tuxedo kitten when they moved in together in 2011. He recently crossed the rainbow bridge. They adopted their dog Murphy in 2012 when he was a puppy. They added Rosie to their family in 2024. In her spare time, Rachel enjoys reading, anything fitness related and vacationing in Lake Placid, NY. She enjoys caring for your pets while you’re at work or on vacation. Fun fact – Rachel is a 2X NYC marathoner.
Dena
Dena joined Vet Tech Pet Sit in 2025 as a part time weekday pet walker. Dena formally worked in medical advertising as an Art Director for a medical based agency in NYC. For the past 15 years she has been a stay at home mom raising her 3 children in Park Ridge, NJ. Dena and her family were proud owners of two Boston Terriers. Lulu Belle being their first fur baby pup who was a NYC dog growing up. She lovingly welcomed her human brothers and sister and was an amazing playmate for them for 10 years before she passed. The family rescued their second Boston 6 months later. Miss Molly made a wonderful addition to the family until she passed in 2024.
Dena enjoys the gym, reading and spending time with her family as much as possible. She is loving spending time with your pets and getting to know each of their unique personalities!