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Mia S.

Professional Pet Friend - Dog Walker And Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
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!

Care Member says "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...

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Michelle T.

Vet Tech, Dog Daycare, Pet Sitter Extraordinaire!

Little Ferry, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Alyssa J.

Pet Sitter :)

Cliffside Park, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Cynthia B. says "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...

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Margaret R.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
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...
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Shanee R.

Pet Sitting

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Let me introduce myself , my name is shanee and I live in the NYC area . I love all animals and I have 2 cats myself which are my babies. I workout 3 hours a day so playing and running with dogs are my thing . I have no problem with feeding and cleaning up after your fur babies :) Hopefully you will consider me .
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Lizbeth T.

Lizbeth From New York

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Care Member says "My husband and I hired Lizbeth for a date night while visiting NY. She was respectful and attentive. My daughters loved her and I will no doubt rehire...

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Jennifer J.

Pet Care Available For Puppy Care, Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Medical Treatment And Dog Training

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Kathleen L.

Dog Mom To 3, Animal Lover

Hillsdale, NJ

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

Nicholas I. says "Kathleen was absolutely incredible. Our first care.com experience and she was punctual, reliable, and capable-completely putting our minds at ease....

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Carol P.

Take Your Dog For A Walk...I'd Love To!

Garfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have always had dogs in my life. As a child, I had a Shih Tzu/poodle mix who I loved with all my heart. When he passed away I was heartbroken... soon after, I begged my mom for another puppy. But she wouldn't agree to it, so I began visiting the neighborhood pets. I began helping two close neighbors take care of their dogs....
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Quinn S.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Quinn and I am currently attending the Fashion Institute of Technology. I grew up on a farm in Virginia so I am really used to being around animals! I've been pet sitting for people for about 5 years taking care of dogs and cats. My parents have 5 cats and a dogs, so I know how to care for them. I would love to...

Kelly S. says "Quinn is great! Very punctual and our dog loved spending time with her!"

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Melissa J.

Pet Care Provider

Fair Lawn, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I can also provide walking your dog as well. I have 10 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also feed your dog and do over night stays when needed. I have also cat sat and fed fishes when needed.
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Paige L.

Animal Lover

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I would love to be your pet sitter! As a current pet owner with over 15 years of experience, I understand how important it is to provide attentive and loving care. I have cared for dogs and cats throughout the city, including a recent six-month recurring job with two cats on the Upper East Side. I also have an ongoing...

Care Member says "Paige was AWESOME!! She is our new go-to cat sitter! She had great communication leading up to and during the visit, gave our cat lots of love, sent...

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Carolyn C.

Experienced Dog Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
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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Engji H.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had experiences with animals all my life. I provide dog sitting in homes. I have had the occasional dog sit and live in the home while the family has been on vacation. I am not allergic to any pets considering I have a cat at home. I would definitely consider myself an animal lover.

Melanie M. says "I trust Engie with my entire dental practice and with my kids. She is smart , upbeat and trustworthy. She even watches my home and my pet when we are...

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Edie O.

Hillsdale, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi. My name is Edie. I've lived in Hillsdale for 23 years with my husband & daughter. I was 2nd VP of Bergen County Players (responsible for the entire building) and still very involved. I've worked as a trainer for Kessler, was a Manager of Gyms, (including WH&F), Movie Theaters & Restaurants. I have a BA, an open & honest,...

Debbie B. says "I have known Edie for about 12 years and have been relying on her for several years now to come care for my cat when I am away, as well as water my...

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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
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
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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Kimberly G.

Animal Liver

Union City, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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...
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Erika L.

Dog Lover

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
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.

Elizabeth W. says "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...

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Ivanna N.

Three F's - Fun, Fantastic And Firm.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I'm Iva and I have 7 years of paid pet care experience. Growing up I was surrounded by dogs, cats, and birds, and even had/have a horse. I provide pet sitting in your own home. Walks, baths (cats tend to be more difficult but I somehow have gotten it done with long gloves), and playing is all a part of the job! I'm...

Katie W. says "Highly recommend. Ivana was communicative and dependable. She took excellent care of our kitty and went above and beyond to make him comfortable and keep...

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Eileen M.

Dog Sitter And Walker

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Jennifer C. says "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...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.20/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Hackensack, NJ

Dog Sitters in Hackensack, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Mia S.

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!...

- Care member

Michelle T.

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...

- Care member

Alyssa J.

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...

- Cynthia B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Hackensack, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Hackensack, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Hackensack, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Hackensack, NJ is $16.20.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Hackensack, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Hackensack, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Hackensack, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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