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Rosemary Q.

Pet Care

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I have a dog and absolutely love dogs and cats. I usually clean houses and am a senior caregiver, but usually it includes some pet care. For the past 2 years, I have been taking care of 2 dogs and 6 cats for two families I work for. I walk, play, and feed them while their owners are at work or traveling. I am a very committed...

Care Member says "Rosemary sat for my mom’s cat, Tommy. She had t been away in years so we whisked her away to the beach. She didn’t want to leave Tommy but we convinced...

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Sarah M.

Verona, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm 29 years old. I live in Verona, NJ and currently work as a special education teacher in Maywood. Outside of teaching, I have a huge love for animals and plenty of hands-on experience caring for pets. I've had two dogs throughout my life and currently have a cat of my own, so I understand how...
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Gianna P.

Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
grooming
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a family full of different kinds of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Over the past month, I have taken care of our family's sick 12-pound Jack Russell dog by administering four different medicines daily, and spending time with the dog all day and night. Sadly, the dog has currently just passed...
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Katarzyna P.

Experienced Housekeeper Available From Monday To Saturday Part-Time

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 37 years old. I have 12 years of experience working as a housekeeper / laundry person /cook/ organizer, babysitter. I have 6 great references available upon request. I am great at cleaning, laundry, washing dishes , ironing, polishing silver, packing , unpacking and organizing and cooking. I can also do some...

Zoe O. says "Kasha is the best house cleaner we have ever had, she organizes and gets the entire home clean instead of others who pile things and don't get everywhere....

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Alexis N.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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.
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Sunmi J.

Pet-Sitter

Glen Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge. I have provided pet(dog, cat) care to friends and family for over 10 years, and I can provide pet sitting in your own or mine as well. I can provide in home daytime, evening and overnight pet care including: dog walks; fed meals; gave treats; refilled water bowls; cleaned litter boxes and...
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Ana Gabriela R.

Love Pets

Passaic, NJ

4.0(0)
from
$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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Tatiana C.

Highly Organized, Attentive, And Energetic Nanny + Family Assistant

Kearny, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been working in household assistance/housekeeping for 7+ years now. My experience also extends into nannying and pet care, and overall being a supportive hand to busy households. Experience follows as: Nanny Care Pet sitting / Dog walking In-home Meal prep Deep Cleaning (BR/BA/Kitchen) Light cleaning/housekeeping...

Care Member says "Tatiana has been an incredible caregiver for our family! She is warm, patient, and truly cares for our children as if they were her own. She is funny...

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Emily D.

Bonded And Insured

Weehawken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Bonded and insured*** I have been working with dogs for over 10 years! I own a dog sitting company with my father called Dad and Daughters-it's been such a pleasure not only getting to work with my dad every day but to meet and take care of amazing dogs all over the tri-state area. My main goal is to make sure your pup feels at...

Sarah C. says "SUPER friendly and amazing with dogs. I called her the dog whisperer as she got my dog out of her shell and she is SO scared! Have hired her multiple...

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Michelle T.

Vet Tech, Dog Daycare, Pet Sitter Extraordinaire!

Little Ferry, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
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...

Care Member says "Knowledgeable and experienced in her work, I trust Michelle to take care of any animal under her watch. She doesn't just love animals, she GETS them. I...

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Tatiana C.

Friendly, Organized House Keeper / Nanny

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
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...

Felipe K. says "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...

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Lobeth N.

Part-Time Babysitter

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
My responsibilities are: - Clean up dining area after meal. - Adhere to particular dietary rules inside family. - Change and wash children's sheets and towels. - Iron children's clothes. - Carry out children's shopping as directed by the parents. - Carry out children's laundry. - Accompany children in parks and activity clubs. -...

Tamera B. says "Lobeth became a part of our family to the point where she traveled with us and became close to our real family. After I hired her, she quickly learned...

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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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Alynn R.

Part Time Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Union City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Alynn and am currently a full time medical assistant and a full time mom to a one and a half year old. I have 3 years of dog walking experience. I am a profound animal lover, with a little bias towards dogs. I have a 12-year-old Siberian Husky named Neo, who although he is a "senior dog," he still has the energy and...

Tomomi O. says "Alynn is one of the most wonderful and trust-able pet sitters I've ever met. I definitely recommend her. When we interviewed her, she was extremely...

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Lauren B.

Part Time Or Stay In Pet Care

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
As a pet owner myself, I have 2 years of experience providing in-home dog and cat sitting. I am active and enjoy going on various walks throughout the day, so rest assured your pet will get lots of exercise.
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Darnell N.

Let Me Walk And Take Care Of Your Fur Babies When You Can't

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Catherine H. says "Darnell is a true Dog lover! She will take care of your Pet as if they were her own. She is dependable, caring and you can always rely on her! She...

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Jessica P.

Part-Time Babysitter Or Dog Walker

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Jessica. I'm an experienced nanny for over 8 years, with great references. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and elementary aged kids. As part of my responsibilities, I have taken children to school and various activities such as gym, story time, the...

Jaclyn M. says "We hired Jessica to assist with after school childcare and meal preparation, and she has exceeded my expectations. Finding Jessica on care.com was like...

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Lisa B.

Dog/Cat Mom

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
I have extensive knowledge in dog care, medical conditions, nutrition, and dog products/fashion (my business). I know how to read a dog's body language. I am from New York and have safely walked dogs on the busiest streets. Safety is my utmost priority when walking a dog. I am always aware of other dogs in their sight. I believe...

Susan B. says "I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone searching for a loving and reliable caregiver. Lisa provided daily care for my cat while I was vacationing. Each...

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Jessica P.

Pet Lover

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
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...
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Carolyn C.

Experienced Dog Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
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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  • The average post rate is $19.90/hr as of January 2026

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Garfield, NJ

Dog Walkers in Garfield, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Rosemary Q.

Rosemary sat for my mom’s cat, Tommy. She had t been away in years so we whisked her away to the beach. She didn’t want to leave Tommy but...

- Care member

Katarzyna P.

Kasha is the best house cleaner we have ever had, she organizes and gets the entire home clean instead of others who pile things and don't...

- Zoe O.

Tatiana C.

Tatiana has been an incredible caregiver for our family! She is warm, patient, and truly cares for our children as if they were her own. She...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Garfield, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Garfield, NJ will cost you an average of $19.90 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 10 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.

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.

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.

On Care.com, there are currently 10 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.

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