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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Monserrat. I'm an animal lover full of energy and care, ready to make your pet's walks and playtime fun, safe, and engaging. Whether it's dogs or cats, I enjoy spending time with animals, making sure they get the attention, exercise, and love they deserve. Responsible and always punctual, I treat every pet as if they...
Monserrat can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Mons is awesome! Beautiful soul and energy and she really loves pets. My dog Bailey loves her and she does her job with so much joy. Wonderful dog walker."
Darla P.
Gianna S.
Hoboken, NJ
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Gianna, I am 25 years old, I am currently a student at William Patterson studying education. I am interested in finding the perfect family to fit right into. I have 7 years of experience with children, I worked in daycares working with infants and toddlers, as well as babysitting for multiple families (will have...
Gianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Gianna was amazing with our two children. She is energetic, kind, patient, courteous, and punctual. Our kids were so excited to see her each day. Gianna was always ready to do walk to the park, play games, or help out with meal prep. She even jumped in to help...
Laura G.
Sarah C.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurturing And Outgoing Sitter For Your Home And All Your Little Creatures
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! While I am fairly new to care. com, I have over 16 years experience of pet and house-sitting, as well as some child care, and can provide many references. Currently, I work in Office Administration and Bookkeeping within the hospitality industry, but am looking to go back to school and work independently while...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sarah was an excellent dog/house sitter for us!! We have a special little pup who can have tummy issues in stressful situations. Sarah took notes and asked all the right questions to be completely prepared. She was incredibly understanding of our preference to have...
Christine W.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a pure animal lover and would love to care for your pet(s). I would treat your best friend, as I would treat your child/children. I would make sure there bowls are clean, feed them fresh food and water, scoop litter, walk and play with them. I would clean out the bird cage and remove the trash on my way out. If any special...
Tamisha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Tamisha is very professional and a great caregiver. We would definitely hire her again!"
Andrea J.
Palesa M.
Lyndhurst, NJ
$15-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a South African born individual who has a deep passion for animals. Over the years, I've taken care of home pets and volunteered at an animal center in South Africa. I believe I'm very good with home pets and I prioritize their well being safety in all means possible.
I'm looking to make extra money walking if...
Palesa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Palesa is a pleasure to work with. She does a great job keeping my house organized and taking care of my dog. She is dependable, diligent, respectable, communicates clearly and follows instruction well. Will definitely recommend her."
Linying L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Tatiana!
A little about myself:
I'm 21 years old, energetic, friendly, and I have 4+ years working closely with children and being a part-time nanny. I've nannied for 3 families through care. com. Besides childcare, I've also assisted with duties such as housework, laundry, errands, cooking, and pet walking/care. I do...
Tatiana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Tatiana was a great help to our family when we needed. We had a very open communication on how we wanted her to take care of our son and home and she responded professionally. She was really caring and most importantly, he really enjoyed spending time with her....
Felipe K.
Greta S.
Hoboken, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I have been pet sitting and dog walking about 5 years now. The past three summers I have done both dog walking and nannying together. I have experience with lots of different dog breeds, but have looked after a few cats as well.
Greta can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Laura B.
New York, NY
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love to dog sit and dog walk! I have extensive experience with both sitting and walking after taking care of dogs for family and friends.
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Danielle B.
New York, NY
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I grew up with a dog in my home since I was 10 and spent summers dog walking and sitting around my neighborhood while I was growing up. Growing up in the city I also know the best dog walking areas and necessary safety precautions in a busy city.
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Amanda W.
Hoboken, NJ
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Amanda and I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I currently live in Hoboken and am available to dog walk as well as dog sit.
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Dog walking and dog boarding in lower Manhattan only. Over 10 years experience.
Your dog will be loved, adored, kept safe, walked several times a day. I have a lot of experience with dogs that become anxious when their owner is away. It will be a pleasure getting to know your four legged friend.
Jess can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
In home dog boarding, house sitting, dog walking, pet taxi based in mountainside
Ashley can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hi my name is Hope. I love dogs and am happy to pet sit either in your home or mine. I can also provide dog walking as well. I am very hardworking, responsible and trustworthy. Please contact me with any additional questions!
Hope can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Kristina and I am a new resident to Hoboken. I am looking for dog walking/sitting or cat sitting opportunities.
Kristina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tatyana N.
New York, NY
$17-30/hr
Always took care and loved reseque pets from the age of 5yo and now have a 3yo Weimaraner Zoe. My daughter was successfully cat sitting and dog walking as well.
Tatyana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love animals with a passion. I have 3 wonderful dogs. So I have experienced in walking dogs. I am a very kind person and would love to walk your pets!
Stephany can also help with: Pet walking
Deborah B.
New York, NY
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Will house sit or pet sit in your home or make daily visits to feed and stay with your pet while you are away. Dog walking and hikes also available!
Megan F.
Bloomfield, NJ
$15-19/hr
I have 5 stars and 100+ pet services completed on the petcare app where I've dog walked and pet sat all over NJ & NYC. This incudes dogs, cats, and other small animals. I love all animals and would love to care for your pets as well :)
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
salma H.
Brooklyn, NY
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a very positive energetic person with experience with pets. dog walking and dog sitting is a specialty of mine and something I am very passionate about. when I was younger i've dreamed of having the opportunity to walk dogs and help family's with their daily tasks and i'm very grateful I have it now!
salma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding
Ashley T.
Staten Island, NY
$17-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Have done dog walking for the past 7 years and continue to help those who have busy schedules but also need to care for their animals. I have always had a liking for animals and would like to continue to care for them.
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Elizabeth, NJ
Monserrat C.
5.0
Mons is awesome! Beautiful soul and energy and she really loves pets. My dog Bailey loves her and she does her job with so much joy. Wonderful dog walker.
- Darla P.
Gianna S.
5.0
Gianna was amazing with our two children. She is energetic, kind, patient, courteous, and punctual. Our kids were so excited to see her each day. Gianna was always ready to do walk to the park, play games, or help out with meal prep. She even jumped in to help fold laundry. Gianna can get along...
- Laura G.
Sarah C.
5.0
Sarah was an excellent dog/house sitter for us!! We have a special little pup who can have tummy issues in stressful situations. Sarah took notes and asked all the right questions to be completely prepared. She was incredibly understanding of our preference to have her spend as much time as possible...
- Christine W.
Tamisha W.
5.0
Tamisha was reliable, professional, very communicative and took great care of my birds while I was away. Will definitely be in touch with her again.
- Luz M.
Palesa M.
5.0
Palesa is a pleasure to work with. She does a great job keeping my house organized and taking care of my dog. She is dependable, diligent, respectable, communicates clearly and follows instruction well. Will definitely recommend her.
- Linying L.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Elizabeth, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in Elizabeth, NJ will cost you an average of $17.19 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
Care.com has 16 dog walkers offering services in Elizabeth, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Elizabeth or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Elizabeth to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Elizabeth, NJ worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Elizabeth, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Elizabeth, NJ, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 16 dog walkers near you in Elizabeth, NJ that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.