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Maya Rose C.

Dog Sitting

Hawthorne, NJ

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I am a 19-year-old college student who is very fun, loving and energetic when it comes to animals. I have a dog of my own for 11 years so I understand their needs and wants. I provide dog walking and dog sitting.
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Patricia C.

Patricia C From Hawthorne, NJ

Hawthorne, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am a mature, responsible person looking for pet sitting opportunities in the local area. I live in Hawthorne, NJ with my adult daughter and our 2 rescue dogs. I have had numerous pets over the years including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish and even a crayfish! Pets were always part of my life growing up and I...
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Hannah M.

Animal Lover Available for Dog Walking/Sitting

Hawthorne, NJ

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
pet transportation
I have never been paid for taking care of a dog but have done it for neighbors or family members. I love all animals but dogs are probably my favorite due to their loving nature and outdoorsy spirit.
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Stephanie D.

Pet Sitting And Dog Walking

Hawthorne, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I love animals and have a dog of my own. I have experience dog sitting for a friend of ours and really enjoyed it. I currently go to school for physical therapy on alternate weekends and work part time at StretchLab, and I'm looking for additional work to supplement my current job. I would love to take care of your pets!
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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 walking
pet transportation
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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Alyssa G.

Hawthorne, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had dogs my entire life and love to care for them! I'm happy to dog sit, walk, and just provide general pet care.
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Rania G.

Dog, Cat, And Exotic Pet Caregiver

Hawthorne, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I provide both pet sitting, as well as your pet's grooming needs! I'm an experienced animal caretaker, as I grew up with a variety of pets. I currently own a python and two female rats(I can't forget about my Betta fish Bernard!) As of August 2015, I have worked for an exotic pet store, where I provided care for a variety of...
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Janine P.

Pet Sitter

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I am a dog sitter/dog walker with 15 years experience. I will provide walking feeding, changing water and playing with your pup. I will treat your pop like it was my own. I have two rescue dogs that I just absolutely love. Don't hesitate to give me a call. I have several references that I can give you thank you.

David E. says "Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!"

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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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Edie O.

Hillsdale, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
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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Engji H.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
dog training
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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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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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 sitting
pet transportation
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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Maria T.

Pet Provider

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I am mila, a Pet lover. I provide pet sitting in your own home. I had experience with dogs, cats and different domestic animals. I love animals of all sizes, ages and hairs (shaggy, curly, soft and tangled)all of them.
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Francine M.

Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
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...

Jenifer C. says "Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by...

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Kristy B.

Pet Care Provider

Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I am a full-time pet sitter who is reliable, detail-oriented, and funny. I have been providing professional pet care services for dogs and cats for the past 12 years. I am available for both short-notice and regularly scheduled walks. Should you require overnight visits, I am also available to provide care for your pet in your...

Judi S. says "Kristy is unbelievable! My mom would visit or overnight sit my four cats for years; we didn't realize how good she was until she could no longer due to...

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Carolyn C.

Saddle River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi, I am Carolyn. I am a college student planning on becoming a vet. I love animals and have cared for dogs, cats, ferrets, bunnies, hamsters, Guinea pigs and other rodents. I would love to have the opportunity to care for your little one. I can help with pet sitting, walking, and transportation.

Autumn W. says "Carolyn is amazing with my two pups. They are still puppies and learning, one is a little anxious and easily scared. BOTH warmed up to Carolyn in no time....

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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
grooming
+ 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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Morgan K.

Pompton Lakes, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have had pets my entire life and love being around animals in general. I am comfortable with cats, dogs, any various other pets. I am comfortable with dogs of any size, I have two large ones of my own! I have done dog walking for multiple families in the past and cat sitting as well. :)

Maureen A. says "I really appreciate her prompt responses to whenever I contact her. Also, she always gave me an update on her walk and visit with our dog, without my...

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Pamela C.

Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have taken care of pets for friends and friends of co-workers. I also worked years ago for a professional pet-sitting agency in northern NJ. I can come to your home and take care of your cats, walk your dog(s). I have also taken limited care of birds, fish, a chinchilla, and a turtle.

Mary W. says "I have known Pam over the past many years. During that time she has taken care of my pet cats, Liam and Abigail. I have found her to be thorough in...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Hawthorne, NJ

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

Lisa B.

I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone searching for a loving and reliable caregiver. Lisa provided daily care for my cat while I was...

- Susan B.

Janine P.

Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!

- David E.

Emily F.

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...

- Dana B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Hawthorne, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, NJ is $19.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, 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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