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60 dog walkers are listed in West Orange, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in West Orange, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nina and I am 35 years old living in New Providence. I am available 1-3 days a week afterschool. I work until 3:30 in New Providence so am able to come from there. My start time would be dependent on where you live but between 3:40-4:00 is possible. I have been babysitting for over 20 years now. I have also...
Nina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and...
Sabrina B.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a pet lover with years of experience walking dogs and caring for cats. I am a Cranford resident and former Microbiologist who has cared for many pets through care. com along with having my own dog. I have also cared for many cats and dogs in my neighborhood and elsewhere . I am responsible, loving, and trustworthy and would...
Linda can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Linda is lovely! She responded very quickly to my inquiry, and we met up for a meet and greet. I feel comfortable having her come to my home to walk my Dog Daisy. I will definitely use Linda in the future and would definitely recommend her!!!"
Care member
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.
Tatiana C.
Kearny, NJ
$28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Highly Organized, Attentive, And Energetic Nanny + Family Assistant
4.9
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Tatiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tatiana worked for us once as a cleaner so far. I would be happy to hire her again. She was very thorough, great at taking directions and had an eye for details. 👍 👍 "
Care member
Michelle V.
Parsippany, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home
4.9
(9)
Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood
I have been a cat owner my entire life and currently have 3 boys. I can provide pet sitting in your home for all kinds of pets. Cats are my specialty! I can also walk the dog and feed the fish! I have over 13 years of experience in walking dogs and pet sitting both on my own and with a company. I love all animals! I am also a...
Michelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"I would definitely recommend Michelle.
She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my older cat. She watered my plants. She anticipated a potential problem ( a snow storm) and came up with a plan. I’m...
Stephanie W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kyanah. I am 22 years old and an online student. I am currently in school for Forensics/ Nursing. I am a kind, family oriented person, who has grew up with 3 younger siblings. I am the oldest daughter so I'm used to being very hands on with children. I also worked at just like home daycare for 3 years. I've booked...
Kyanah can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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.
Ann C.
Livingston, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am covid vaccinated and Certified aid with many years looking after seniors that are in need of some care in their golden years. have clean driving license and wonderful references. willing to work with families on scheduling of care they need. and work different times of the day morning and afternoon and evenings . going on...
Ann can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ann demonstrated excellence and compassion in every aspect of care for our loved one. She is extremely knowledgeable about senior healthcare concerns and she anticipated needs we hadn't been aware of and quickly resolved them. Ann went above and beyond in providing...
Care member
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.
Mackenzie D.
Little Falls, NJ
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I am 26 years old. I have a bachelors degree in psychology and I am currently working toward a masters degree in early childhood education I have worked at Love, Laugh, Learn Academic Child Care in Cedar Grove for 5 years. I have worked with children ages 6 months - 6 years old. I also babysit and...
Mackenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie has been super helpful babysitting our children after daycare. Our kids are 3 and 4 years old and can be challenging but she handles them very well. Mackenzie feeds them their dinner and engages and plays with them until it's bed time. We also really...
Shana L.
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 walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Tamisha is very professional and a great caregiver. We would definitely hire her again!"
Andrea J.
Reliable and caring pet sitter with experience in dog walking, feeding, and providing companionship.
Valerie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Natalie M.
Elizabeth, NJ
$19-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Natalie. I've always been an animal lover and have a few pets myself, a couple guinea pigs and a cat. I have experience with pet sitting at home and dog walking.
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have had at least one pet in my house for my entire life. Ever since I was a kid, I had dogs(3 at one time), fish, gerbils, hamsters, frogs, and a guinea pig living in my house. When I turned 18, I started working for my sister's pet sitting/dog walking company. I did that for 2 years, before going to college to get my...
Andrew can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking & more
Shari D.
Springfield, NJ
$14-19/hr
I've had many dogs as pets through the years. I would love to take care of your pet. Dog walking , appointments, etc.
Shari can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Mackenzie D.
Little Falls, NJ
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available to dog sit and dog walk. I have my own car and can take them to dog parks or to any local park where they can get some exercise
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kaylah N.
Belleville, NJ
$21-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kaylah, I am 23 years old, and love pets! I have always been one to build connections with animals, and love dog walking and playing with dogs!
Kaylah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have grown up with many animals throughout my life and I would love to pet sit while I am home from college. I have previously done dog walking as a summer job for neighbors and family friends and I have experience with volunteering at Home For Good Dogs animal shelter in Berkeley Heights NJ. My friends and family have always...
Luci can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Looking for pet sitting/dog walking gigs. Currently a full time graduate student looking to supplement some income by babysitting and pet-sitting!
Anais can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in West Orange, NJ
Nina K.
5.0
Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and both our kids loved her. She was...
- Sabrina B.
Linda R.
5.0
Linda is lovely! She responded very quickly to my inquiry, and we met up for a meet and greet. I feel comfortable having her come to my home to walk my Dog Daisy. I will definitely use Linda in the future and would definitely recommend her!!!
- Care member
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.
Tatiana C.
5.0
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 and has a great sense of humor which our son loves and our baby ADORES her. She is a magician when it comes to organization, she helped us put systems...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in West Orange, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in West Orange, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in West Orange, NJ will cost you an average of $18.73 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 West Orange, NJ?
Care.com has 11 dog walkers offering services in West Orange, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from West Orange 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 West Orange to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in West Orange, 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 West Orange, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 11 dog walkers near you in West Orange, 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.
Ratings for West Orange, NJ dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Dog Walkers in West Orange, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.