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Grace B.

Tenafly, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an animal lover with extensive experience caring for both cats and dogs. I currently have two cats and one dog, and I have had dogs in the past, so I understand the attention, patience, and care pets needs go feel comfortable and happy. I have previous dog sitting experience, and I and very comfortable around all animals. I...
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Kathleen L.

Dog Mom To 3, Animal Lover

Hillsdale, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I am an animal lover and mom to 3 fur babies. I have experience with puppies through seniors, and 3 lbs to 103 lbs. Available for walks, drop ins and pet / house sitting in your home. I will take care of your fur family like I do my own.

Nicholas I. says "Kathleen was absolutely incredible. Our first care.com experience and she was punctual, reliable, and capable-completely putting our minds at ease....

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Kyla G.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Kyla, a dedicated pet sitter with 5 years of experience caring for pets of all kinds. I have a deep love for all creatures and strive to ensure they are happy and healthy under my care. I have over 5 years of experience as a pet sitter and dog walker, caring for pets with different needs and personalities. I've...

Leah I. says "She did an amazing job with our dog Ruby."

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Carolyn C.

Experienced Dog Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is CC. I have 2 years of experience petsitting and I can help with boarding and pet walking. I am a reliable and attentive worker, and I love animals! I am a graduate student in social work at Columbia University and I am looking for extra work this summer taking care of pets around NYC.

Care Member says "Carolyn is AMAZING! I have a young cavapoo, Boo, who loves staying with her. My pup has some specific needs and Carolyn is willing to go above and...

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John H.

Part Time Pet-sitter Available For In Home Care

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Growing up, I spent plenty of time caring for the various fish, dogs, and cats my family has adopted. Being a pet owner and caretaker is second nature to me! I love spending time with everyone's furry friends, but I'm also very keen on making sure they're always 100% comfortable with me first! A good animal-human relationship is...
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Brady L.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a dog walker/sitter and cat sitter (as well as owner) in NYC. I love animals and thoroughly enjoy playing with them and taking care of them! I'm very responsible so rest assured your little one(s) will receive the best care possible.

Elizabeth N. says "Brady has been babysitting for us for more than 5 years - part time. She is super responsible and reliable and a lot of fun with the kids, so much that...

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Emily F.

Local, Reliable Dog Walker/Sitter

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
Hi! My name is Emily! I aim to provide loving and reliable care for your animals to ensure your pets get the attention they need while you are away. Meanwhile, you get the peace of mind knowing your pet is safe and in good hands. I started my pet care journey in 2015 pet sitting and doing daily walks. I truly enjoy spending my...

Dana B. says "Emily has been walking our dog for the past 4 months and has been an incredible help to our family. She is reliable and trustworthy, and our dog literally...

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Dana P.

Closter, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello my name is Dana. I have over 5 years of experience as a cat/dog sitter and walker. I have experience with many different dog and cat breeds, as well as kittens/puppies, up to senior pets. I'm experienced with administering medications, both orally and by injection. Overnight bookings are accepted! Other bookings include...

Care Member says "Dana was great with our 2 dogs and my sister in laws 3 cats. She cared for them all, in 2 separate homes, while we went on a family trip Thanksgiving...

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Joanne C.

Fun And Caring Sitter For Your Dog

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I always wanted a kitty from the time I was a little girl, so I would put an ad for the local animal shelter on my dad's desk everyday for weeks until we finally got one! We eventually had to give him away, but I was the primary care giver for a cat named Simba at the missions base where I lived for a year. And I dog sat for a...

Janet T. says "Joanne was very thorough and attentive as a pet sitter. She took great care of our dog and cat for us and we will definitely use her services again should...

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Erika T.

UES Dog Owner And Lover Available For WALKS, DAYCARE, DOG SITTING

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi pet parents! I'm a fellow doggie lover and owner with over 15 years of dog care experience - including volunteering at the humane society and sitting for a variety of breeds! Friendly, house-broken dogs are welcome to spend the day or night in my apartment on the Upper East Side! During their stay, dogs will have full reign...

Jillian W. says "We had a great experience using Erika as a dog sitter! She was very friendly and accommodating to all of our requests, she kept in contact and gave us...

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Dianne L.

Pet Care

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Available to cat sitter and dog walker- sitter. I have experience with pet care and with house sitting. Have good references.

Abraham C. says "She was hired mainly to transport my wife, who has Alzheimer's, to a Day Care facility. Dianne is extremely reliable, smart, punctual and very...

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Ashley S.

Brand New Pet Sitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Ashley and I am 22 years old . I am currently a current college student working to get my degree in biology. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love animals so much. I will do anything you need me to do to take care of your pets. I currently own a 4-year-old dog and will treat your pets as if they were...

Mallory Z. says "The absolute all time best sitter ever!!"

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Michelle R.

Upper West Side Dog Walker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
Pet walking
Hi, My name is Michelle I am available for dog walking on the Upper West Side. I live very close to Riverside Park. I have experience walking dogs as I have had several dogs of my own and I am looking to make a little extra money. I am very reliable, punctual and trust worthy. I am also available for cat sitting

Kathy A. says "Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy to "

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Wendy M.

Pet Services And Dog Walking

Bronxville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Want to take a vacation? Work long hours? Have a new puppy that needs attention? Let me help care for your dog or cat. I provide pet sitting and overnight stays, walking, feeding, playtime and TLC. I am also trained as an animal shelter dog walker and companion.

Bonni K. says "Went above and beyond! Excellent and caring! "

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Ana Gabriela R.

Love Pets

Passaic, NJ

4.0(0)
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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love Pets, play with them, feed them, to walk with them is a pleasure to me! I used to work an a pet store, that gave me more knowledge about pets food, behavior and their happiness! I used to walk dogs and I'm available to do sitter at your house if necessary. Contact me :) Will be nice to help you!
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Nicholas O.

Pet / House Sitter & Dog Walker

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
Hi there! I've worked as a House Manager, Pet Sitter, Dog Walker & Personal Assistant for the past 5 years and I have extensive experience with both Dogs and Cats.
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Jennifer C.

I Would Love To Spoil Your Dog!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
Hello! My name is Jennifer, I'm a 35yr old experienced dog and cat sitter in Manhattan and want to offer my services! I have had many different types of dogs and cats throughout my life and have over 6 years of experience with pet sitting professionally. I love dogs and currently can't afford one of my own, so I would love to...

Julianne A. says "Jenny was the first nanny we hired when my first daughter was 3 months old and I had to go back to work full time. I was so nervous to have someone...

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Alyssa J.

Pet Sitter :)

Cliffside Park, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Alyssa, I am extremely caring and will treat your pet as if they were my own! I have taken care of animals for the past 4 years including walking, feeding, and pet sitting dogs as well as cats. Regarding dogs, I have taken care of dogs as small as a Shiba Inu and one as big as a German Shepard. I am currently a dog...

Cynthia B. says "Alyssa is soft spoken and not forward when meeting your pet. She is easy to talk to and let's your pet come to her when he's ready. She was playful with...

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Sophie S.

Thoughtful And Fun Pet Friend

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
8 years of paid experience with other families animals, and 21 of my family's. Tons of experience with cats and dogs of all personalities and sizes. Graduated from a pet friendly campus with my rescue lab mix. Provided live in care, house/pet sitting, dog walking, and energy expelling for animals that need to run and play. Big...

Jeanne P. says "For four years, Sophie has been my go-to person to care for my cat when I go out of town. She was dependable, but also trustworthy in my home! I loved...

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Christina S.

Eastchester, NY

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide you with dog sitting in your own home. I can watch your pets when you are at work or on vacation, stop by to feed them and take them on walks. I have my own Maltese who I care for and take on long walks and to the park as well.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of January 2026

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Tenafly, NJ

Dog Sitters in Tenafly, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Kathleen L.

Kathleen was absolutely incredible. Our first care.com experience and she was punctual, reliable, and capable-completely putting our minds...

- Nicholas I.

Kyla G.

She did an amazing job with our dog Ruby.

- Leah I.

Carolyn C.

Carolyn is AMAZING! I have a young cavapoo, Boo, who loves staying with her. My pup has some specific needs and Carolyn is willing to go...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Tenafly, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Tenafly, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Tenafly, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Tenafly, NJ is $20.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Tenafly, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Tenafly, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Tenafly, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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