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60 dog walkers are listed in Garfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Garfield, NJ
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a third-year undergraduate student at Columbia University. My family is from Montenegro, but I live in Upper Manhattan. I have a 10-year-old German Shepherd/Border Collie mix. There are no exact words I can utilize to convey my deep fondness for dogs. I have 10+ years of experience bathing dogs, taking them out for long...
Dina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
3.0
"Hired Dina for two short overnight stays over the Christmas holidays 2022 to watch my dog. She's super nice and did respond promptly to all correspondence. Confirmed dates a week before and she cancelled the second stay on Christmas Day stating she had to work for...
Carmen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had two dogs and two cats in my life and absolutely adore every kind of animal. I can care for all kinds of animals, including reptiles. Feeding and walking and companionship are my specialties.
Hannah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also can walk your dogs.
Erika can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Erika did a great job taking care of our cat in her home. She was in contact with us while we were away and sent us photos and updates. She treated our cat as if she was her own. We will definitely hire her again!"
Elizabeth W.
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 walking, pet sitting, dog training
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
4.0
"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 our Yogi. When she walked Yogi for the first time she confirmed the morning of and was on time. I plan to use...
Cynthia B.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Kimberly. I am an animal lover. I have experience in cat/dog feeding, pet sitting, apartment sitting, dog walking and occasional overnights. I am available evenings, occasionally in the mornings, and flexible on the weekends. I am also a part-time college student and do the pet sitting on the side, because I...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jessica. I have a pooch of my own/6 pound yorkie, we call him Troy and he is filled with love and so much energy. Animals have always been a huge part of my life. I'm an experienced dog walker for 6 years now. I love nice walks around nature or even short stops to dog parks near town. Depending on size, I enjoy...
Jessica can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
My name is Shai and I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Michigan. Throughout college, I taught Spanish to third graders at a local elementary school, and spent the summers nannying for a number of families on Nantucket. I worked as a camp counselor and lifeguard in high school, and have a CPR/First Aid and Lifeguard...
Shai can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shai is a very competent, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver. He is energetic and engaging and a very positive presence for our children. He played board games and sports with them, and ensured they got their homework done each afternoon. He reliably picked up...
Paul B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Kathleen was absolutely incredible. Our first care.com experience and she was punctual, reliable, and capable-completely putting our minds at ease. Kathleen truly went above and beyond for our two dogs with play time, photos, and update. We can't wait to have her...
Nicholas I.
4.9
(18)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the Veterinary field since February 2012. I was a vet assistant to all types, sizes & personalities of dogs & cats for 4 years. In May 2016 I became a vet tech at another animal hospital that also sees exotic pets ranging from birds to small mammals to reptiles. I also have dog daycare experience. I...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"I recently hired Michelle to care for my family's two cats while we went on a vacation. Michelle came to our home for a meet and greet and I was immediately impressed with her professionalism and the genuinely caring way that she interacted with the kitties. I...
Karen C.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced pet owner and walker. For four years, I've sat for a large dog in Montclair. My responsibilities included walks, feeding and staying at the house while the family was away on vacation. I'll be able to do mornings, lunch visits, evenings, and everything in between. I'll give your pet the 1:1 attention he or she...
Francine can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by sending pictures or just an overview summary of how Brody was doing. Brody was in excellent hands with...
Jenifer C.
5.0
(1)
If you're looking for someone to care for your fur baby I'm here to help. I can provide animal sitting in your home, feed and change water, play and engage the animal in exercise, go for walks, give baths, and change litter boxes for those with feline fur babies. In the event that you have an animal that is currently being...
Nia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alexis N.
New York, NY
$17-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Alexis and I currently live in Upper West Manhattan as I study Dance at the American Musical and Dramatics Academy. I am a long time owner of three cats, and many fish! I have walked multiple dogs growing up free of charge, but now would love to market it as a service.
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I have a broad history of taking care of pets including house sitting to make sure they are well taken care of, walked, fed and played with. I can take them to the park, pick them up where they are. I am also willing to take them to the vet or to get a bath. I love animals and have a very flexible schedule to work around the...
Margaret can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Renata M.
Fort Lee, NJ
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of Dogs, cats and birds here in Gainesville, and taking care of them is a great pleasure! I can walk them, clean cats litter's, bath then when needed and also take care of their medication.
Message me wherever you need.
Renata can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Renata is a wonderful house cleaner and is so reliable. We are lucky to have found her!"
Claudia C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will care for your small (under 15 pounds) senior dog at my place in Nutley.
I have one senior toy poodle that is very mellow and friendly.
She lost her older sister and would love the companionship.
Your dog must me potty trained, mellow, and fixed
Your dog will be treated as if my own while here, and I am a HUGE ANIMAL...
Deirdre can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Deirdre has been a great help to us! Our house is spotless every time, she's really knowledgeable about cleaning, and is great with our pets."
Danielle M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have over five years experience babysitting children as young as 6 months old, toddlers, preschoolers and school aged children, including teenagers. I love entertaining children with games, arts and crafts, music, reading, baking, bike riding, walks to the park, and all things outdoors and artistic. I love cooking and...
Susana can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Susana for one time care for our 14 month old daughter but we ended up asking her to stay with us for a month. Susana is very calm and gentle. She was always punctual and considerate. She brought toys and books to entertain our daughter. She also helped us...
Sue H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Steph and I currently reside in Jersey City. I've been babysitting and nannying for over 15 years & have experience with children of all ages (including babies). Additionally, I've worked as a summer nanny, piano teacher, musical theatre & dance teacher, tutor, camp counselor, and volunteered as a mentor for middle...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our girls LOVE Steph! They took to her right away and she is great with them! Our daughter now ASKS for us to go on date nights so she can see Steph!"
Jessica A.
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. All animals love me. I just have a way with then that they instantly gravitate toward me. Everyone calls me an animal whisperer. I even have fish pals.
I would love to meet your pet son or daughter and care for them as you would have me.
Looking...
Khaliah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is very friendly. Animals just love her. My Prince is bashful and runs from everyone the first time but he came to her the first day. Friend at first sight."
Rufus G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a student studying in university. I have 2-3 years in experience of working with dogs. I have experience with walking, medicinal routines, caretaking, and have taken care of a variety of dog ages and breeds. If you have any questions or need someone to take care of your pooch I am all ears!
Mia M can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Mia did a great job sitting for our dogs. The dogs loved her instantly. Mia also gave us detailed updates immediately whenever we asked. We hope to have her care for our dogs again soon."
Paula R.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Garfield, NJ
Dina R.
3.0
Hired Dina for two short overnight stays over the Christmas holidays 2022 to watch my dog. She's super nice and did respond promptly to all correspondence. Confirmed dates a week before and she cancelled the second stay on Christmas Day stating she had to work for her father. After some prompting,...
- Carmen M.
Erika L.
5.0
Erika did a great job taking care of our cat in her home. She was in contact with us while we were away and sent us photos and updates. She treated our cat as if she was her own. We will definitely hire her again!
- Elizabeth W.
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.
Alyssa J.
4.0
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 our Yogi. When she walked Yogi for the first time she confirmed the morning of and was on time. I plan to use Alyssa again.
- Cynthia B.
Shai W.
5.0
Shai is a very competent, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver. He is energetic and engaging and a very positive presence for our children. He played board games and sports with them, and ensured they got their homework done each afternoon. He reliably picked up our sons from school every day,...
- Paul B.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Garfield, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Garfield, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in Garfield, NJ will cost you an average of $18.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 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 Garfield, NJ?
Care.com has 7 dog walkers offering services in Garfield, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Garfield 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 Garfield to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Garfield, 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 Garfield, 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 Garfield, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Garfield, 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 Garfield, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 7 dog walkers near you in Garfield, 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.