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Tina M.

Pet Care, Dog-walking And Pet-sitting

Franklin Lakes, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I've always loved animals. Before becoming a ballet dancer in 1998, I wanted to be a veterinarian and studied academic textbooks and encyclopedias on Domestic animal breeds and Wild life Biology. Personally, I've cared at home for our dearly departed: (1) green iguana; (2) 2 parakeet birds; (3) 2 guinea pigs (1 Abyssinian...
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Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I have many years experience with dogs of my own. I currently own a pit bull. I have references from previous dog sitting clients. I work at a dog training and day care facility and am able to handle dogs of all sizes and energy levels.
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Pet Care Available For Puppy Care, Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Medical Treatment And Dog Training

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
+ 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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Dog Sitting

Fair Lawn, NJ

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$14/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello!, my name is Jessica I am a dog owner myself. I would love to care for your furry friend and provide them with the best care. I am able to to provide long walks, grooming, play time , and minimal training for basic commands.
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Dog/Cat Boarding/Sitting

Towaco, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello, My name is Kasia. I have been dog/cat boarding and sitting for the past 4 years, and also l am an owner of a small shihpoo. I love animals because they give us an unconditional love, and l feel that they deserve from us the same. They are part of our families. While taking care of them aspecially dogs, l feed, play and...
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Total Animal Person

Mahwah, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love dogs, and have a lot of experience taking care of them. My family owned two golden retrievers for the first 13 years of my life, and I made it my responsibility to care for them (walks, food, brushing, etc.). When I was 12 years I began to volunteer at an animal shelter in my neighborhood. After volunteering...
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Dog Sitter

Wayne, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm Maria L., I'm 25 years old, I'm from Brazil, since I was little I have a great love for animals in general, since I was little I've always had a dog at home, and I've always liked to help the animals they needed, at the moment I have a dog who lives with my sister in Brazil, who is super polite and trained! I'm a calm,...
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Pet Care

Paramus, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My journey with dogs began with my two beloved companions who taught me the true essence of having a furry friend. They showed me the importance of patience, love, and how to find joy even in the little things. From potty training mishaps and chewed-up shoes to tackling illnesses and enjoying long sunbaths, we've been...
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Life-long Animal Lover With Experience In Dogs, Cats, And Exotic Pets.

Little Falls, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been taking care of pets since grade school. My first being hermit crabs, then hamsters, then guinea pigs, dogs, hedgehogs, and cats. If that doesn't sum up my range of experience then I'm not sure what will. I trained my own two dogs since they were puppies as their primary caretaker. And now I have a cat in the family as...
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Pet Sitter, Groomer, Veterinary Assistant

Paterson, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
My skills include; I worked as a veterinary assistant and groomer training I'd describe my personality as; Attentive, responsible, professional I like working with animals because; I grew up with cats and dogs since my childhood. Later, working with animals became a passion for me. I have two cats now, I had a dog...
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Mahwah, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have had dogs my whole life and have two dogs now. I have trained one of my dogs to be a therapy dog. I love to go on walks and am very patient.
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Calm, Loving Ans Kind Caretaker

Bloomingdale, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had dogs, cats and many animals my entire life growing up. I adore animals and know how they help to heal others and I enjoy caring for them. My daughter and husband are dog trainers and own a board and train business for dogs they run on 8 acres in West Milford. He is one of Cesar M's head trainers and goes to...
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Paterson, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
calm, joyous, respectful I like working with pets because domesticated animals need us to love and care for them I'm looking for a job that lets me work from home, I can pick up pets though I started working with animals when I was 17 on another pet care app In my spare time, I like to produce music, train/play with my dog,...
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Little Falls, NJ

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$20/hr
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi all! My name is Angelika and I have experience training and a love for dogs! I'm very reliable and patient with any animal. I'm also a nanny with 5 years experience. Feel free to reach out with any more questions
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Kind Caring And Responsible Animal Lover

Ramsey, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have over 25 years experience taking care of and training dogs as well as feline and equine care. I foster dogs for the Almost Home Animal rescue and can provide excellent references as to the high level of care that I hold myself to giving all animals. I can perform baths as needed and am comfortable in new situations.
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Hello Animal Lovers

Mahwah, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
dog training
Hello all! I have always been an animal lover! I have a new puppy of my own, Rico(he is 8 months)! I've done and learned a lot of training techniques with him. I'm not a professional trainer but I've definitely picked up some tricks! I started dog-walking and sitting last year and I really enjoy it. I also had a cat for 10...
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Westwood, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
Hi, I'm Jim. I'm a retired local law enforcement officer turned part-time Realtor and full-time stay-at-home Dad with a flexible schedule and a desire to earn some extra pocket change doing what I enjoy! I've always had dogs growing up and have enjoyed being somewhat of a self-taught dog trainer with my own black lab/pitbull mix...
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Pet Sitting

Oradell, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
dog training
Here is a brief of my credentials and previous experiences to help you in analyzing my skills. - I have worked as a pet sitter for many families the past 8 years and worked at an animal hospital for a year and a half, so I am familiar with distributing medication to pets I watch. I am friendly with all kinds of pets including...
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Pet Caregiver

Allendale, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
dog training
pet walking
I love animals, and have the most experience with dogs. My family over the years, has had turtles, parakeets, cats, hamsters, rats, goldfish and dogs. I must admit that dogs are my true love. I have enjoyed training them, and have taken excellent care of them. Unfortunately, I recently lost my Max to illness and I currently do...
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Wyckoff, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I've been pet-sitting for 3 years, dogs and cats all ages. I'm comfortable and experienced with administering medications, and trained to give lots of pets!
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  • 60 dog trainers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding dog training near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ

On average, dog training near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ costs $17.50 per hour. That being said, training your dog can range from group classes to individual sessions with a professional and the average cost will depend on various factors, such as where you live, the type of training you receive, home training or board and train, the intensity level and the method used.

Hiring a dog trainer near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ is an excellent opportunity to invest in the health and happiness of your furry best friend. A professional animal behavior specialist will be able to customize a training program tailored to you and your pup's lifestyle, from crate training to advanced commands. They have the knowledge needed to train your pup out of any behavioral issues, and to teach them new skills that will help them for years to come.

The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ depends on the individual needs of your pet and how quickly they progress through their training program. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you visit your trainer at least once every few months or so in order to continue reinforcing their progress. However if you feel your pet is struggling then more frequent visits may be necessary until their skills improve. Some trainers may offer board and train services, which would also impact the amount of time you'd invest in training.

To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ, you can start your search on Care.com. Not only can you sort dog trainer profiles by location and price, but you can read reviews from their current and former customers. That way, you can gain some valuable insight from other pet parents who worked with them.

Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Franklin Lakes, NJ can bring about many benefits including increased obedience and improved socialization skills which will make everyday interactions easier between you and your pup. Training classes should give you an opportunity for both you and your pet to learn new skills together which will allow them develop better problem solving abilities as well as strengthen the bond between the two of you over time which in turn will create an even deeper level of trust between one another.

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