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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
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Isabella R.

Fairfield, NJ

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a dog myself and I walk him all the time. I'm great around animals. I'm very active and love to walk so dog walking is right up my alley
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Isabella R.

Fairfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
My name is Bella, I am a senior in college looking for some part time work with children. I currently work with pre k-6 in Fairfield nj. I am a substitute teacher and I work at a gym. I am very friendly and open to trying new things. I love being around kids and I love to be energized with them I like working with kids because...
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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 transportation
pet walking
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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Rosa D.

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello families! My name is Rosa and I'm an experienced nanny with over 12 years of childcare experience, including newborns, toddlers, and school-aged children. I'm responsible, caring, and CPR/First Aid certified. I'm currently looking for an extra job and I'm available Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. In...

Allison R. says "Rosa is amazing with kids! Punctual, energetic, fun, caring. I will definitely continue to trust her."

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Carla N.

Paterson, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
I love children especially the infants age, I have babysat before, I also love pets, I'm a dog mom myself... I love to go on walks, and like to make art crafts with children. I started working with kids when I was 19 years old and it's been going great One thing you should know about me is I'm a honest and caring person, I'm...

Libby F. says "Carla was wonderful with my children, providing excellent care and being generally easy to work with. However, about a month into her employment, she began...

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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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Sunmi J.

Pet-Sitter

Glen Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
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 V.

Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home

Parsippany, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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...

Stephanie W. says "I would definitely recommend Michelle. She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my...

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Laura P.

Pet And Animal Lover Will Feed, Walk, Play With, And Give Love And Care To Your Pets

Verona, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Hello Pet people!! I am Laura, a mother of 3 from Verona. I am also mother to 5 pets. My family and friends suspect I'm an animal whisperer. Although I have never done this for profession before, I have done it for love my whole life. My family and I currently have 1 dog, 3 cats, a bearded dragon (and some hermit crabs I didn't...

Nicole A. says "Laura is amazing! We have three young cats and Laura recently began caring for them. Laura is so thoughtful gentle and loving to our "babies" and treats...

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Gianna P.

Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a family full of different kinds of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Over the past month, I have taken care of our family's sick 12-pound Jack Russell dog by administering four different medicines daily, and spending time with the dog all day and night. Sadly, the dog has currently just passed...
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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
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Katarina R.

Wayne, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kat. I'm a junior at the University of Alabama (studying online) majoring in Mechanical Engineering, and I have years of experience caring for children, pets, and homes. I've worked with kids of all ages since my freshman year of high school, and I'm certified in Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, Cat and Dog First...
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Jessica P.

Part-Time Babysitter Or Dog Walker

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Jessica. I'm an experienced nanny for over 8 years, with great references. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and elementary aged kids. As part of my responsibilities, I have taken children to school and various activities such as gym, story time, the...

Jaclyn M. says "We hired Jessica to assist with after school childcare and meal preparation, and she has exceeded my expectations. Finding Jessica on care.com was like...

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Eleanor M.

West Orange, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
I love what I do because I love a clean house! My specialty deep cleaning/organizing. I want my clients to be happy and appreciate my time and work ability. Most tell me they prefer having only one person, as opposed to two or more, so they can be more assured they are getting what they want or need. When I first started out...

Jonice W. says "Eleanor has great attention to detail and cares about her work . She is trustworthy and very thorough. We are happy we found her !"

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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
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Dina V.

Animal Lover To Take Care Of Your Furry Family Members

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hi, my name is Dina and I have 10 years of professional experience walking dogs, I also do cat-sittings and small animal care. I love all animals and will treat your fur baby like my own. I have tons of great references. I would love to be considered for the job.

Lisa S. says "Dina is a very responsible, caring and trustworthy person. She is amazing, and she takes care of my princess as if it's her own. She has excellent...

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Sarah M.

Verona, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm 29 years old. I live in Verona, NJ and currently work as a special education teacher in Maywood. Outside of teaching, I have a huge love for animals and plenty of hands-on experience caring for pets. I've had two dogs throughout my life and currently have a cat of my own, so I understand how...
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Hazel R.

Part Time Pet Sitter (mornings Available)

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
grooming
Hi! my name is Hazel, I grow up my whole life having adorable dogs as an extension in my family, everything started with a volunteer that I did in Argentina in a foundation, but two years ago I started getting payed for something that I love, work with kids and dogs (currently one cat too). I can provide dog sitting in your own...
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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 transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.00/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Fairfield, NJ

Dog Walkers in Fairfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Janine P.

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

- David E.

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.

Rosa D.

Rosa is amazing with kids! Punctual, energetic, fun, caring. I will definitely continue to trust her.

- Allison R.

Common questions about dog walkers in Fairfield, NJ

A dog walker in Fairfield, NJ provides scheduled walks and exercise to help keep dogs healthy and active throughout the day. Many pet owners compare walker profiles based on experience, availability, and reviews to find the right fit. Some also explore related services like dog sitters or structured care options such as doggy day care depending on their needs.

Dog walkers in Fairfield, NJ typically provide daily walks, exercise, feeding, and drop-in visits to ensure pets stay active and cared for while owners are away. Some walkers may also offer additional services such as basic grooming support or coordination with dog groomers for ongoing pet care needs.

The average rate for dog walkers in Fairfield, NJ on Care.com as of April, 2026 is $26.00 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the length of the walk, number of dogs, and frequency of service. Many pet owners compare typical dog walker costs when evaluating their options.

Choosing between a dog walker and doggy day care in Fairfield, NJ depends on your dog’s energy level, schedule, and social preferences. Dog walkers provide one-on-one exercise and routine, while day care offers more social interaction with other dogs. Many pet owners compare doggy day care vs dog walkers to determine the best fit.

Yes, many dog walkers in Fairfield, NJ offer recurring daily or weekly walking schedules to help maintain a consistent routine for your dog. This is especially helpful for busy pet owners or dogs that require regular exercise during the day. Some families also combine walking services with options like dog boarding when they are away for longer periods.

When hiring a dog walker in Fairfield, NJ, it’s important to ask about experience, handling different dog behaviors, walk routines, and emergency procedures. Many pet owners also schedule a meet-and-greet to ensure a good fit. Reviewing guidance on how to interview a dog walker can help you make a confident decision.

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