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Stephanie D.

Nanny/Babysitter/Dog Walker PART TIME

East Rutherford, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, my name is Stephanie I am 25 years old, active, fun, outgoing and friendly. I am looking to spend some weeknights and or weekends babysitting or dog walking. I am responsible, reliable and have transportation. I do not smoke or do drugs. I have experience watching my younger brother and 5+ cousins. I am good with children...
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Maya D.

East Rutherford, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Animal lover looking to assist anyone who needs an extra hand caring for their furry friends. Happy to provide pet sitting in your home and pet walking services.
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Isabella H.

Isabella 18

East Rutherford, NJ

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I'm funny I love kids Iv been watching kids my whole life I'd describe my personality as funny outgoing and shy I like working with animals because I own a dog myself and I love animals I'm looking for a job that something that suits me and something I love to do I started working with animals when I was 13 In my spare...
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Natalie D.

East Rutherford, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Natalie, a reliable and caring pet sitter with 14 yrs of experience caring for dogs, cats & small pets. I offer pet sitting, dog walking, feeding, playtime, companionship & light grooming. I've provided long-term & occasional pet care for many families, including those I've worked with for childcare & senior care. I'm...
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Alessandra M.

Italian Pet Lover

East Rutherford, NJ

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as caring, loyal and kind. I like working with animals because I think they deserve to be taken care of as much as humans. They are so wonderful and love unconditionally and they only lack of words, I believe they are better than most human beings. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and...
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Morgan J.

Fun Sitter

East Rutherford, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love all dogs like they're my own.
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Janeanne F.

Where Every Pet Is Treated Like Family!

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I offer pet sitting services in Downtown Jersey City in your own home where he/she is most comfortable! I offer dog walking, overnight care and drop in visits. I always send a progress report via text or email each time I visit with pictures/videos so you are at peace your babies are being well cared for. I'm comfortable...

Brittany D. says "Janeanne pig-sat my two guinea pigs on multiple occasions. They are getting old and require medicine administration and a lot of TLC. Not only did...

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Brianne A.

Dedicated Pet Sitting And Dog Walking Professional In NYC

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Brianne also known as Bo or Bee to friends. I'm a working student, born and raised in NYC. I've walked dogs professionally for 3 years now and have cared for my family dogs since they were puppies. They are now 8! I have experience with puppies, senior dogs, high-energy dogs, dogs with disabilities, and oral medication...

Care Member says "bo is incredible! they sat my cat for two weeks and I could not be happier with their care! sent me plenty of pictures and updated me regularly; I...

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Mia S.

Professional Pet Friend - Dog Walker And Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Lizbeth T.

Lizbeth From New York

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$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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Athena E.

Pet Pal

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
I began walking dogs as a volunteer at a local animal shelter in 2016. I loved it so much I decided to make this my career. I started my business in 2018. I see a dog and I grin ear-to-ear. My clients have ranged from a Chihuahua mix to a French Mastiff mix. I have solo and group walks, the largest group walks are three to...

Andrew M. says "Athena is one of the most ethical and reliable caregivers we have ever worked with. I trust her completely and would re-hire her in a second."

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Kimberly G.

Animal Liver

Union City, NJ

5.0(0)
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$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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Carol P.

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

Garfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Erika T.

UES Dog Owner And Lover Available For WALKS, DAYCARE, DOG SITTING

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi pet parents! I'm a fellow doggie lover and owner with over 15 years of dog care experience - including volunteering at the humane society and sitting for a variety of breeds! Friendly, house-broken dogs are welcome to spend the day or night in my apartment on the Upper East Side! During their stay, dogs will have full reign...

Jillian W. says "We had a great experience using Erika as a dog sitter! She was very friendly and accommodating to all of our requests, she kept in contact and gave us...

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Nelly L.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
I have some experience with dogs.. I can help with Pet Transportation and pet walking. I really love animals!

Care Member says "Nelly was amazing, good job, thorough, and trust worthy! "

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Michelle T.

Vet Tech, Dog Daycare, Pet Sitter Extraordinaire!

Little Ferry, NJ

4.9(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
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)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Sunmi J.

Pet-Sitter

Glen Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge. I have provided pet(dog, cat) care to friends and family for over 10 years, and I can provide pet sitting in your own or mine as well. I can provide in home daytime, evening and overnight pet care including: dog walks; fed meals; gave treats; refilled water bowls; cleaned litter boxes and...
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Michelle R.

Upper West Side Dog Walker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
Pet walking
Hi, My name is Michelle I am available for dog walking on the Upper West Side. I live very close to Riverside Park. I have experience walking dogs as I have had several dogs of my own and I am looking to make a little extra money. I am very reliable, punctual and trust worthy. I am also available for cat sitting

Kathy A. says "Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy to "

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Jasmine F.

Fun, Loving Sitter!

Belleville, NJ

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

Kim B. says "Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her."

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  • The average post rate is $17.17/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in East Rutherford, NJ

Dog Walkers in East Rutherford, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Janeanne F.

Janeanne pig-sat my two guinea pigs on multiple occasions. They are getting old and require medicine administration and a lot of TLC. Not...

- Brittany D.

Brianne A.

bo is incredible! they sat my cat for two weeks and I could not be happier with their care! sent me plenty of pictures and updated me...

- Care member

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

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in East Rutherford, NJ

A local dog walker near you in East Rutherford, NJ will cost you an average of $17.17 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in East Rutherford, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from East Rutherford 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 East Rutherford to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

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 East Rutherford, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in East Rutherford, 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.

On Care.com, there are currently 6 dog walkers near you in East Rutherford, 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.

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