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Charles S.
Teaneck, NJ
$14-19/hr
Owned various breeds, currently take care of German Shepard and a Pitbull. Can provide boarding/ dog walking/ exercise/ some training and behavior modifications. My dogs are members of my family, your dog will be treated the same.
Charles can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet sitting
I have many years experience with dogs of my own. I currently own a pit bull. I have references from previous dog sitting clients. I work at a dog training and day care facility and am able to handle dogs of all sizes and energy levels.
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Giovanna D.
Bloomfield, NJ
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have worked for The Barker Lounge for the past year which is a dog boarding and daycare facility. My daily duties include feeding the dogs, monitoring them in large groups, cleaning up after them, playing with them and light training. I have studied dog behavior and body language as well as the basics of common physical...
Giovanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Linda M.
Little Ferry, NJ
$50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a certified proffered dog trainer and long time shelter volunteer I want to help our dogs become and stay happy, fun and loving members of our family.
Fun training and exercise are key.
Working with all ages. Puppies to Seniors
Linda can also help with: Dog training
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hello, my name is Stephanie and I am currently studying to become a Vet Tech. I have cats and a dog, which I have experience taking care of. I trim nails and am open to bathing your furry loved ones! I also have experience giving medication to both cats and dogs! I sadly do not offer boarding, but I do offer walks, house visits,...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up always surrounded by animals on our family 2400 acre corn farm. I have experience with dogs, cats, cows, horses, chickens, and goats to name a few.
I have a special place in my heart for dogs, and I would say my ability to care for them is great (I can honestly care for all of the animals previously listed as well). I...
Taryn can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
5.0
"Taryn is great. Personable, reliable, and wonderful with our cat, who is normally quite out of sorts when we get back, but with Taryn, he acted like we never left. She's awesome."
Michelle L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals. I have a dog of my own, rescued from a shelter and trained to be obedient, good with visitors and on walks. I have worked with less common animals (Chinchillas, birds, rats/mice, snakes, lizards) as well as dogs, cats, rabbits, and horses. I enjoy seeing animals happy, and believe that I can help your pet stay...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Hannah did so well with my cat Nora!! Hannah sent some videos while she was with Nora and I could tell Nora loved playing with Hannah! Hannah is extremely dependable, caring, and so easy to work with. I would 100% recommend Hannah for pet care!"
Amanda K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Steph and I am a recent graduate from Muhlenberg College. I adore all animals! I have an 11-year-old Cockapoo and a 1-year-old Holland Lop bunny of my own as well. I have pet sit countless times, including one full summer job where I worked as a puppy sitter, staying with an few month old Labradoodle and assisting...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Stephanie did a wonderful job caring for my 4 cats while I was out of town for 10 days. She came everyday to scoop litter, water, and feed them. She even spent some extra time with them giving them attention and playing with them. I am very grateful for her and...
Kimberly C.
5.0
(3)
Hi pet owners!
My name is Julia and I'm 28 years old. I'm originally from Finland.
I've been around dogs since I was born. I grew up with German Shepard's and brought chihuahua home when I was 19 and mad at my boyfriend. I'm familiar with lots of breeds and sizes, dog parks, trainings and managing multiple dogs on a walk. I'm...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Having grown up with dogs and cats on a horse farm, I have been a lifelong caregiver to animals of all types and sizes. Many of ours had special care requirements or mobility issues as they aged. Due to that and working in a spay clinic as an OR assistant, I am comfortable administering medication and adjusting my pace to...
Jentri can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"What a genuinely honest and caring sole. My dogs come running to her! Jen is a very special dog walker."
Renee H.
5.0
(4)
Is anyone looking for a pet sitter/walker? I am a pet mom of 11 (you read that right) 11 fur, scales, and slime babies. I have two cats, a dog, six guinea pigs, a snake, and an axolotl! I am a veterinary assistant, soon to be tech, and a former zoo keeper. I've worked in animal shelters and clinics and used to have my own dog...
Gladys can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Professional, timely. Attention to detail and great communication. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hey, I'm Sophia! Throughout my whole life I've been surrounded by all sorts of animals, especially dogs and cats. During my bachelor's I spent 4 years doing volunteer work, fostering and taking care of dogs and cats ( vet visits, housing, potty training, etc) until they could find their forever home. I also have 1 year of...
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She treats them as if they were his own. Excellent job! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
All my friends and family knows about me how crazy I am about dogs, I had a pit bull, he was my son, I lost him due to cancer, ever since I am taking care of my neighbors and friends dog and cats... I just couldn't stand the thought of knowing they are home alone, all bored and maybe hungry. For me they are persons in a...
Kinga can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"I know her and her sister for many years, anytime i go on vacation i ask them to come over to take care of my cat, about 4 times a year, they clean the litter, feed him, change his water, and play with him and send me pictures of him every day, and they also bring...
Laura L.
5.0
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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
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.
Wendy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Went above and beyond! Excellent and caring! "
Bonni K.
Alexis F.
Astoria, NY
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have had my labrador for 6 years and have trained her to be my ESA who travels with me often. I love all dogs and animals. Please feel free to ask any questions regarding my background.
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Darnell N.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Let Me Walk And Take Care Of Your Fur Babies When You Can't
5.0
(2)
I have 1 year experience as a dog walker, but have had dogs and cats my whole life. I'm the person you see at a party playing w the animal of the house. If I'm not busy walking a pet I volunteer cooking and delivering meals for a non profit called Cooking for Long Island Veterans. I spent 15 years as a Flight Attendant and...
Darnell can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Darnell is a very dependable and caring lover of animals. We have had dogs and cats our whole lives and she treats them as family. She is very reliable and always goes the extra mile for family and friends. She helps me take care of feral cats that we shelter and...
Thomas N.
Rebecca G.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a friendly animal lover with 2 years of professional dog walking and training experience, and over 9 years experience with pet sitting and care.
I grew up with a dog and two cats, and since then my love of animals has only grown. I worked for a family dog walking business in Boston, where we leash trained puppies and older...
Rebecca can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
5.0
"Rebecca was everything I could've hoped for when she watched my dog Olly. She was attentive, detail-oriented, and in consistent communication with me while dog sitting. Each day Rebecca would send me pictures and updates of what they had done or how Olly was doing....
Harry S.
5.0
(1)
I was born into a home with dogs and have had all kinds of breeds and pets since. Dog care, nutrition, and basic obedience training are my passions. I'm here to provide the essential needs to your loved pet while your busy schedule prohibits you from doing so. As we all know, it takes a village.
I live in a 4fl home with a well...
Kenneth can also help with: Boarding
5.0
"Kenny is great with my pup… he is knowledgeable, caring and most importantly my pup loves being in his care. I use Kenny two to three times a week have no plans to stop. "
Care member
Madison R.
Mahwah, NJ
$13-18/hr
I have had dogs my whole life and have two dogs now. I have trained one of my dogs to be a therapy dog. I love to go on walks and am very patient.
Madison can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I have owned and cared for a variety of pets (i. e., dogs, cats, gerbils, fish, hedgehog, guinea pig, rabbit)
I have 10 years experience of being a pet sitter and dog walker.
I have trained and certified my own therapy dog.
Madelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog trainer reviews from local pet parents in Elmwood Park, NJ
Taryn J.
5.0
Taryn is great. Personable, reliable, and wonderful with our cat, who is normally quite out of sorts when we get back, but with Taryn, he acted like we never left. She's awesome.
- Michelle L.
Hannah S.
5.0
Hannah did so well with my cat Nora!! Hannah sent some videos while she was with Nora and I could tell Nora loved playing with Hannah! Hannah is extremely dependable, caring, and so easy to work with. I would 100% recommend Hannah for pet care!
- Amanda K.
Stephanie P.
5.0
Stephanie was fantastic. Great communication and super friendly. She kept our dogs happy and well cared for while we toured the city for a couple long days on our vacation.
- Melonee D.
Jentri C.
5.0
Jentri was wonderful with our 4 dogs and our cat. We were pleasantly delighted with her ability to take care of our crew for 2 weeks while we were out of the country!
Thank you, Jentri!
- Liz V.
Gladys D.
5.0
Professional, timely. Attention to detail and great communication.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog training near you in Elmwood Park, NJ
How much does dog training cost near me in Elmwood Park, NJ?
On average, dog training near you in Elmwood Park, NJ costs $15.00 per hour. That being said, training your dog can range from group classes to individual sessions with a professional and the average cost will depend on various factors, such as where you live, the type of training you receive, home training or board and train, the intensity level and the method used.
Why would I pay for dog training near me in Elmwood Park, NJ?
Hiring a dog trainer near you in Elmwood Park, NJ is an excellent opportunity to invest in the health and happiness of your furry best friend. A professional animal behavior specialist will be able to customize a training program tailored to you and your pup's lifestyle, from crate training to advanced commands. They have the knowledge needed to train your pup out of any behavioral issues, and to teach them new skills that will help them for years to come.
How often should I take my dog to a dog trainer near me in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Elmwood Park, NJ depends on the individual needs of your pet and how quickly they progress through their training program. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you visit your trainer at least once every few months or so in order to continue reinforcing their progress. However if you feel your pet is struggling then more frequent visits may be necessary until their skills improve. Some trainers may offer board and train services, which would also impact the amount of time you'd invest in training.
How can I find the best dog trainers near me in Elmwood Park, NJ?
To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Elmwood Park, NJ, you can start your search on Care.com. Not only can you sort dog trainer profiles by location and price, but you can read reviews from their current and former customers. That way, you can gain some valuable insight from other pet parents who worked with them.
What type of results can I expect from engaging a professional trainer near me in Elmwood Park, NJ?
Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Elmwood Park, NJ can bring about many benefits including increased obedience and improved socialization skills which will make everyday interactions easier between you and your pup. Training classes should give you an opportunity for both you and your pet to learn new skills together which will allow them develop better problem solving abilities as well as strengthen the bond between the two of you over time which in turn will create an even deeper level of trust between one another.