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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 sitting, pet walking
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
(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've had 6 dogs in my entire life and I have been caring for dogs more than half my life now I truly love it. If could go back I would of been a veterinarian I would work for free however, I have felt this calling to care for those who don't have a voice. I took care of my dog mara for over a year where I administered insulin...
Arlene can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
4.0
(1)
Although I have no paid pet care experience, I have had pets which I have looked after. These include a bunny and three standard-sized labradoodles. My responsibilities included taking them out on walks or cleaning up after them, feeding them, and playing with them to keep them company!
Kendall can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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)
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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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)
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: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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'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: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
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.
Martha D.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Professional And Insured Pet Care Provider! Doggie Daycare, Boarding, Cat Visits, And Walking!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been professionally caring for dogs and cats for 7 yrs and own my own company. I am licensed and insured not just for walking, but boarding and pet sitting. I provide doggie daycare in my apartment and also boarding.
Cat sitting is another passion I love their different personalities!
I have many references. Working...
5.0
"Martha is an extremely reliable, trustworthy and caring person, who takes amazing care of my 2 dogs. I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Wendy D.
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 transportation, pet walking, 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
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! It's a pleasure for me introduce myself:
My name is Anna, and I am a friendly, responsible, respectful, didactic, pet friendly, professional and full vaccinated (covid) nanny looking for a full-time job position where I can be helpful.
I'm a Spanish and Italian fluent speaker and I have a degree in Biomedical Engineer...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is sweet and caring with kids. She is quick and helpful when it comes to helping around the house.
She worked for us with our then 2yo and 1yo. She is diligent with instructions and schedules for kids and plays with them being very engaged.
Kids love her....
Victoria S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Rosemary can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"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 her it would be okay because Care.com is trustworthy. Rosemary exceeded our expectations by visiting with Tommy...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home or in mine. I've fostered 5 different dogs and have lots of experience with cats. I am friendly, patient, can go on long walks, and love to cuddle and play if the animals would like.
Lucy can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Lucy is the most thoughtful person you could hire! Her passion for pets & kids is unmatched & the level of enthusiasm she brings to the job always put a smile on my face. Definitely recommend!"
Isabel B.
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: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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
My name is Jasmine ! I have had a dog for 8 years ! I grew up with 5 dogs , 11 birds, 11 fishes, 2 turtles all at the same time! I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and pet sitting. I own at the moment a Yorki/chihuahua female dog name Hazel who's 8 years old! I love animals , they literally are my children! Can't...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her."
Kim B.
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 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 frequently takes care of my dog Chester, who has separation anxiety, and she is always patient and Loving! I highly...
Catherine H.
Eliza M.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Experienced Babysitter, Tutor & Dog Walker. Dartmouth College Alum W A MA In Contemporary Art
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Eliza and I have a BA in English Literature from Dartmouth College and an MA in Contemporary Art from Sotheby's Institute of Art. I have been babysitting for over 10 years for kids ranging from toddlers to high schoolers. I love working with kids and spent two summers in high school teaching middle school students...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eliza is wonderful! She was the very first sitter we hired on Care, and the first non-family sitter my (then 5 year old) ever had. I'm a protective mom, and my daughter is very attached to me and was very shy and reluctant to be left with a sitter. Eliza won both...
Khana L.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We loved Susana taking care of our kids. She is dependable, respectful and has very strong values. Our two kids loved her and still contact her often. We would strongly recommend her to anyone who is looking for compassionate and reliable care for their kids."
Selim B.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lodi, NJ
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.
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.
Francine M.
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 Francine. Highly recommend!
- Jenifer C.
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.
Eileen M.
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 night. She has a warm and caring...
- Jennifer C.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lodi, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lodi, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in Lodi, NJ will cost you an average of $15.86 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 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 Lodi, NJ?
Care.com has 7 dog walkers offering services in Lodi, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lodi 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 Lodi to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lodi, 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 Lodi, 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 Lodi, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lodi, 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 Lodi, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 7 dog walkers near you in Lodi, 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.