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I'd describe my personality as kind, attentive, hardworking
I like working with animals because I've always had a soft spot for them and I genuinely believe they are lovely and precious and deserve all of the attention and care we can give them!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to work with my schedule
I started working...
Jasmyne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jennifer J.
Westwood, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Care Available For Puppy Care, Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Medical Treatment And Dog Training
5.0
(14)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of experience working with animals as a groomer, trainer and veterinary technician.
I have experience in puppy care, dog training, dog walking and pet sitting in your home or mine. I was a trained veterinary technician and can handle medical treatment as well.
I also offer nutrition education for clients who...
Jennifer can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Jennifer went above and beyond while taking care of our elderly cat , Amber, including making additional trips and going to the store to get different foods for her to eat. I would highly recommend her! "
Liz C.
5.0
(1)
Dog mom and dog lover with four years of dog walking and caretaking experience. I offer: Dog walking, dog sitting and boarding services Excited to meet and care for your furry friend!
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hello,
My name is Jola and I have had dogs all my life.
As a owner of 2 golden retrievers I truly know how important is to have someone you can trust to leave your dog with when you are away.
I can walk your dog daily, I can stay at your home or take your dog to my house.
I can provide references from Families whom I've been...
Jolanta can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I can not say enough wonderful things about Jola. She has become a part of the family and at this point she knows what my household needs better than I do. She is hardworking, kind, meticulous, responsible, and a lovely human being. I am grateful to have found her...
Lisa G.
5.0
(1)
My first priority is providing a supervised and safe environment for your pets. I have 2 years of paid experience in dog walking and pet sitting, in addition to helping with friends and family's pets since high school. I have a car and can help with pet transportation as needed. I work remotely and have a flexible schedule that...
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Mary is the best! Always punctual and communicative, she has helped us out multiple times with walking and sitting. I have a senior dog with arthritis and she is very in tune with his needs (somedays he can walk farther than others) and sends me updates which I...
Sondra S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Alynn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"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 polite and caring.
We hired her for 5 days, and every time, she texted us when she left her home, when she arrived...
Tomomi O.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I've volunteered in quite a few animal shelters. I've been a foster parent for cats and dogs numerous of times and have also volunteered in their facilities by cleaning cat and dog cages and feeding them. I've also done quite a bit of dog walking. I consider myself to be a diligent, highly responsible, caring person. I...
Deborah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Deborah was very easy to work with and absolutely trustworthy. At the last minute she was able to accommodate my sitting schedule, adjust timing as needed, and was very responsive. I highly recommend her and hope to work with her again soon :)!"
Ann S.
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
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)
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
Lily can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Faith H.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for someone to lighten your load by managing your to-do list and tasks?
While I may be new to Care, I'm certainly not new to hard work!
With years of experience working with animals, the elderly, disabled individuals, and the general public, I'm eager to help. I offer a range of services:
* Pet Care: Dog Walking,...
Faith can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Faith was fantastic. She took the time to meet my dog and us in advance of boarding so it would go smoothly. She was flexible about drop off and pickup. A real pleasure to work with. "
Care member
Katherine H.
Woodside, NY
$31/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Friendly, responsible animal lover & am the type who wants to pet every dog I see outside! Dog walker, pet sitter (dogs/cats/small pets), & drop-in visits. I'd help reinforce commands (sit, stay, down..) and offer praise & love. I'm a Senior Companion/Caregiver and do pet sitting on the side. Previously, I was a Veterinary...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is very loving and caring with pets and already watched my daughter's cat several times"
chantal G.
5.0
(1)
If you are out of town or just need some help taking care of your pet, feel free to contact me! I can care for animals in your home while you are out of town or just take your dog for a walk or to the park if you are busy!
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Omg I can’t even express how helpful Katie was with our little one. We were so worried at first trusting someone with our baby but the moment we met Katie we knew we were in great hands. Now my baby gives such a massive smile whenever she sees Katie, and we do too!...
Care member
5.0
(7)
I began walking dogs as a volunteer at a local animal shelter in 2016. I loved it so much I decided to make this my career. I started my business in 2018.
I see a dog and I grin ear-to-ear.
My clients have ranged from a Chihuahua mix to a French Mastiff mix.
I have solo and group walks, the largest group walks are three to...
Athena can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Athena is the best dog sitter/walker we've ever known. Our stubborn bulldog loves her and it's obvious she genuinely loves him back. Describing her as a dog walker is inaccurate, Athena is a provider of friendship, attention and love to our pet and he looks forward...
Justin W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Lauren can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with a puggle/basset hound mix once a day for an hour weekdays. We visited the dog runs and enjoyed walking/running along the waterfront weather permitting. I also cat sit for a maine coon mix on weekends and when the owner is away on vacation. We sit and snuggle as well as enjoy play time with his toys. I adore...
Eileen can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Eileen has been walking our dog, Elvis, for about 2 months now. He is a rescue and we were anxious about finding a reliable and friendly dog walker to walk him during the day. I emailed Eileen the day we adopted Elvis and she was willing to come meet us that very...
Jennifer C.
Gisel R.
Bronx, NY
$17-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Gisel, I have 3 dogs (Shih tzus) 1 female and 2 males named Spike, frostie and Bella. I take care of all my family pets I love animals. Im very pet friendly, love to take them for walks, play with them, and especially show affection towards them.
Gisel 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: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
(11)
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 walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"I worked with Wendy for 2.5 years, from the time my 2 cats were kittens. Wendy, or "Aunt Wendy" as she later became known in our family, offered the highest level of care to my cats. She was always super dependable, organized, trustworthy, and very intuitive. My...
Heidi S.
5.0
(1)
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.
Carolyn can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"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 beyond to make sure I am comfortable and so is Boo. I don’t trust anyone else with watching her. My dog has stayed...
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hello, My name is Lizbeth I have about 4 years of professional experience involving dog walking, sitting and boarding. I grew up with 2 dogs up until their old age. I'm aware every dog requires different attention and would tend to your dogs specific needs. I can tend to your dogs specific needs whether it be multiple walks, a...
Lizbeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I have hired Lizbeth in the past to dog walk and watch over my 1 year old husky. She is amazing with him and so dependable!!"
Ashley L.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Leonia, NJ
Jennifer J.
5.0
Jennifer is a responsible kind and very knowledgeable person who I trust my two dogs with. One is very active and the other one doesn't let anyone near him but loves Jennifer.
A big two thumbs up.
- Care member
Mia S.
5.0
Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog walker and dog sitter while Im away....
- Care member
Jolanta T.
5.0
I can not say enough wonderful things about Jola. She has become a part of the family and at this point she knows what my household needs better than I do. She is hardworking, kind, meticulous, responsible, and a lovely human being. I am grateful to have found her on Care.com and anyone would be...
- Lisa G.
Mary M.
5.0
Mary is the best! Always punctual and communicative, she has helped us out multiple times with walking and sitting. I have a senior dog with arthritis and she is very in tune with his needs (somedays he can walk farther than others) and sends me updates which I really appreciate. Very caring and...
- Sondra S.
Alynn R.
5.0
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 polite and caring.
We hired her for 5 days, and every time, she texted us when she left her home, when she arrived our home, and when she was done...
- Tomomi O.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Leonia, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Leonia, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in Leonia, NJ will cost you an average of $14.00 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 Leonia, NJ?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Leonia, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Leonia 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 Leonia to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Leonia, 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 Leonia, 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 Leonia, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Leonia, 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 Leonia, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Leonia, 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.