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Imani H.

Montclair, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hello! I been watching dogs for the past two years now. What started as a kind gesture for friends when they travelled, has now turned into a part time job from meeting other pet owners in need at the dog park! I will make sure your dog is given the best and safest care. I work 100% remote for my day time career as a...

Leslye M. says "Imani was incredibly helpful and showed my pup so much dedicated care and love. She took her time to understand his diet, schedule and favorite toys and...

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Ariel S.

Senior Dog Whisperer

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I've been taking care of my mini doxie Suzie from the time she was a puppy until now. She is about to turn 16. I've nursed her through chemo therapy and surgeries. She continues to have a zest for long walks and what ever food she can get her paws on. My Tabby cat Tiger made it to 14. He had a lot of medical needs in his final...

tahai A. says "Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands. "

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Athena E.

Pet Pal

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$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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Dina R.

Dog Lover

New York, NY

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a third-year undergraduate student at Columbia University. My family is from Montenegro, but I live in Upper Manhattan. I have a 10-year-old German Shepherd/Border Collie mix. There are no exact words I can utilize to convey my deep fondness for dogs. I have 10+ years of experience bathing dogs, taking them out for long...

Carmen M. says "Hired Dina for two short overnight stays over the Christmas holidays 2022 to watch my dog. She's super nice and did respond promptly to all...

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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
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
+ 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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Erika L.

Dog Lover

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also can walk your dogs.

Elizabeth W. says "Erika did a great job taking care of our cat in her home. She was in contact with us while we were away and sent us photos and updates. She treated...

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Taryn J.

Part Time Care Provider-Full Time Dog Enthusiast

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
dog training
I grew up always surrounded by animals on our family 2400 acre corn farm. I have experience with dogs, cats, cows, horses, chickens, and goats to name a few. I have a special place in my heart for dogs, and I would say my ability to care for them is great (I can honestly care for all of the animals previously listed as well). I...

Michelle L. says "Taryn is great. Personable, reliable, and wonderful with our cat, who is normally quite out of sorts when we get back, but with Taryn, he acted like we...

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Emily D.

Bonded And Insured

Weehawken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Bonded and insured*** I have been working with dogs for over 10 years! I own a dog sitting company with my father called Dad and Daughters-it's been such a pleasure not only getting to work with my dad every day but to meet and take care of amazing dogs all over the tri-state area. My main goal is to make sure your pup feels at...

Sarah C. says "SUPER friendly and amazing with dogs. I called her the dog whisperer as she got my dog out of her shell and she is SO scared! Have hired her multiple...

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Alyssa J.

Pet Sitter :)

Cliffside Park, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Kimberly G.

Animal Liver

Union City, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Jessica P.

Pet Lover

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
My name is Jessica. I have a pooch of my own/6 pound yorkie, we call him Troy and he is filled with love and so much energy. Animals have always been a huge part of my life. I'm an experienced dog walker for 6 years now. I love nice walks around nature or even short stops to dog parks near town. Depending on size, I enjoy...
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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 walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Michelle T.

Vet Tech, Dog Daycare, Pet Sitter Extraordinaire!

Little Ferry, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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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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Tatiana C.

Highly Organized, Attentive, And Energetic Nanny + Family Assistant

Kearny, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been working in household assistance/housekeeping for 7+ years now. My experience also extends into nannying and pet care, and overall being a supportive hand to busy households. Experience follows as: Nanny Care Pet sitting / Dog walking In-home Meal prep Deep Cleaning (BR/BA/Kitchen) Light cleaning/housekeeping...

Care Member says "Tatiana has been an incredible caregiver for our family! She is warm, patient, and truly cares for our children as if they were her own. She is funny...

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Nia R.

Part-Time Pet Care

North Bergen, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
If you're looking for someone to care for your fur baby I'm here to help. I can provide animal sitting in your home, feed and change water, play and engage the animal in exercise, go for walks, give baths, and change litter boxes for those with feline fur babies. In the event that you have an animal that is currently being...
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Alexis N.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Alexis and I currently live in Upper West Manhattan as I study Dance at the American Musical and Dramatics Academy. I am a long time owner of three cats, and many fish! I have walked multiple dogs growing up free of charge, but now would love to market it as a service.
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Margaret R.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have a broad history of taking care of pets including house sitting to make sure they are well taken care of, walked, fed and played with. I can take them to the park, pick them up where they are. I am also willing to take them to the vet or to get a bath. I love animals and have a very flexible schedule to work around the...
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Nelly L.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
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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Mackenzie D.

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I am 26 years old. I have a bachelors degree in psychology and I am currently working toward a masters degree in early childhood education I have worked at Love, Laugh, Learn Academic Child Care in Cedar Grove for 5 years. I have worked with children ages 6 months - 6 years old. I also babysit and...

Care Member says "We hired Mackenzie as our weekend babysitter for our 3 children (ages 6,8, and 10) and couldn’t be happier. She is available when we need her, always on...

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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.89/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Garfield, NJ

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

Imani H.

Imani was incredibly helpful and showed my pup so much dedicated care and love. She took her time to understand his diet, schedule and...

- Leslye M.

Ariel S.

Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands.

- tahai A.

Athena E.

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...

- Andrew M.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Garfield, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Garfield, NJ will cost you an average of $17.89 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 9 dog walkers offering services in Garfield, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Garfield 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 Garfield 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 Garfield, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Garfield, 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 9 dog walkers near you in Garfield, 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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