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Roshni P.

Cat | Dog Caretaker/Sitter

Fords, NJ

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$25/hr
Cat mom of 1 and aunty to 2 pups and 2 other cats, I have a lot of love and respect for our furry friends just trying to make it in this ruff world. My boy Simba was adopted about 2. 5 years ago and he is my heart and soul. I am patient, caring, playful and can acclimate to most cats and dogs. I have experience with caring for...
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Jordan M.

Fords, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
The moment I was old enough to have a dog of my own I immediately fell in love with animals. After that I would find any excuse to spend all of my time with animals. When I was 15 I started to become the neighborhood dog walker and have been walking dogs and house sitting both cats and dogs ever since.
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Olivia C.

Fords, NJ

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as patient, energetic, and caring I like working with animals because I have two dogs of my own and they are the greatest things that have happened in my life. They are a beautiful companion and so energetic and they keep me busy. In my spare time, I like to walk my own dogs and bake desserts
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Lourdes A.

Fords, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Lourdes and I currently reside in Fords, NJ. I have experience sitting bunnies, cats and dogs for the past 3-4 years and am a proud cat owner myself. In my last pet sitting experience, I took care of a bunny and a cat. I was responsible for feeding, playing and cleaning up after both animals. I also do a lot of...
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Karla T.

Fords, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have a dog myself I have experience with walking, playing with them and also cleaning setting up food for them and also showers .
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Natia S.

Fords, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have over 8 years of experience taking care of homes, and I also truly love working with animals -- especially cats and dogs. I am very patient, gentle, and responsible with pets. I enjoy spending time with them, feeding, walking, playing, and making sure they feel safe and loved. I understand how important it is for every...
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Nicole R.

Fords, NJ

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Over 5 years experience sitting for dogs and cats . Dog walking ** I am comfortable with any size dogs and show and have an abundance of love for all animals .
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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I can help with Pet Sitting, Dog walking and some basic grooming. As a kid I always wanted to play with the biggest dog. I was never afraid of the biggest scariest dog in town. I've walked and cared for various dogs and they always feel good around me. The small dogs always tend to jump in my lap even though it's the first time...

Care Member says "Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is...

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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting and house sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet owner. I have owned many cats, as well as one dog. I love animals of all sizes and abilities, and I am happy to accommodate any animals needs.
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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding in my home. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds such as: beagles, German shepherds, Boxers, Poodle mixes, and more.

Wendy M. says "Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he...

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Alison V.

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
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Bridget R.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Bridget and I am a CMA, and I am a nursing student. My interest in nursing school is pediatrics! I am CPR & BLS certified. I have reliable transportation. I also provide animal sitting in your own home! I am an animal lover! I love all dogs, regardless of size or age. I can provide walks, baths, and light grooming. I...
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Kathleen K.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Kathleen. I am interested in positions such as babysitter, nanny, dog walking, housekeeping etc. I am a college graduate holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in Psychology and one course away from teacher of the handicapped certification. I have a work history of 18 years plus with the state of NJ. I have also worked...

Heather F. says "We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."

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Susan B.

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots). I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....

Mike L. says "I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even...

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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.

Andrew B. says "Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

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Marlaina M.

Reliable And Loving Sitter

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm an animal lover with a couple years of experience caring for furry friends of all sizes and breeds. I'll treat your pup like my own, providing them with plenty of love, exercise, and playtime. I'm reliable, responsible, and flexible, and I'll always keep you updated on your pup's adventures. **Services:** Daily walks and...

Dani B. says "Marlaina was AMAZING with my fur babies!! She kept me informed the entire weekend with photos and updates to how they were adjusting. She paid attention to...

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Michele S.

Staten Island, NY Pet Lover!

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! I have a great love for all animals. I have owned and cared for dogs, cats, birds and hamsters since I was a child. I am available to care for your pets in your home, including walking, feeding, playing, administrating medication, or whatever is needed. I am a passionate animal advocate and I appreciate all species...

James M. says "Michele took great care of my elderly mother. Besides providing hands on care for my mom, Michele handled a lot of day-to-day tasks. Michele also helped...

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Helenanne L.

Animal Lover Here!

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
Since I was a child I was drawn to any animal in need. As an adult I have taken in rescue animals of all kinds. I have special experience with parrots and currently have many in my home. I also have 2 rescued cats and one rescued rabbit. All of these animals came to me either from the street or from abusive and neglectful homes....
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Linda R.

Part Time Dog, Cat And Pet Care Union County Area

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet walking
I am a pet lover with years of experience walking dogs and caring for cats. I am a Cranford resident and former Microbiologist who has cared for many pets through care. com along with having my own dog. I have also cared for many cats and dogs in my neighborhood and elsewhere . I am responsible, loving, and trustworthy and would...

Care Member says "Linda is lovely! She responded very quickly to my inquiry, and we met up for a meet and greet. I feel comfortable having her come to my home to walk...

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Liana S.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Liana and I am a graduate student pursuing a career in special education. I love working with kids and have prior experiences in refereeing and coaching young children in soccer, babysitting, and pick up and drop offs. I'm a huge dog lover as well so I'm open to pet sitting, walking, and feeding your furry...

Lauren C. says "My only regret when I hired Liana was that I wish we had found her earlier. Everything with her was so easy. When it comes to childcare, there's so much...

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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.43/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ

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

Svetlana M.

Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people...

- Care member

Maria S.

Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In...

- Wendy M.

Kathleen K.

We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic.

- Heather F.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Fords, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Fords, NJ will cost you an average of $17.43 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 7 dog walkers offering services in Fords, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Fords 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 Fords 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 Fords, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Fords, 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 7 dog walkers near you in Fords, 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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