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Emily C.

Oakland, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm an experienced house sitter with a deep love for animals and years of caring for pets of all kinds. I genuinely enjoy spending time with furry companions- especially taking them on long, leisurely walks and making sure they feel happy, loved, and well cared for while you're away. Whether it's keeping routines consistent...
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Madison B.

Oakland, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm 22 I took over for 2 years- I walked dogs, fed them, played with them and even stayed with them while clients were away! would love to help out!
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Michele R.

Fun And Caring Sitter/walker

Oakland, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Michele and I am an huge animal lover. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. My experience has been with family and friends and would love to extend my love of animals to others that need the help and support. References available.
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Pam H.

Oakland, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have over 20 years of experience providing occasional care for both dogs and cats. During this time, I have handled a variety of breeds and personalities, ensuring pets receive reliable attention, feeding, walks, playtime, and companionship. I'm comfortable administering basic care routines and pride myself on being...
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Leah R.

Oakland, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been walking dogs and taking care of animals for years! Would love to help you out in any way I can!
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Taylor G.

Oakland, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and have grown up with them. Walking, sitting, taking to park, you name it. Happy to talk more about what you're looking for!
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Kenia R.

Oakland, NJ

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Kenia, I'm 23 years old, and I speak both English and Spanish . I have over 5 years of experience caring for children, ranging from 12 months to 7 years old. I truly enjoy creating fun and educational moments - I love reading with kids, going to the park, doing crafts, baking together, and taking walks...
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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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Carolyn C.

Saddle River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am Carolyn. I am a college student planning on becoming a vet. I love animals and have cared for dogs, cats, ferrets, bunnies, hamsters, Guinea pigs and other rodents. I would love to have the opportunity to care for your little one. I can help with pet sitting, walking, and transportation.

Autumn W. says "Carolyn is amazing with my two pups. They are still puppies and learning, one is a little anxious and easily scared. BOTH warmed up to Carolyn in no time....

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Rebecca D.

Let Me Give Your Pets The Best Day!

West Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$39/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Rebecca and I'm a happy, reliable and active pet walker and sitter. I have two Australian shepherds, a cat and a lot of fish. My dogs are high energy and require a lot of work so I'm not shy to a high maintenance pet. I go above and beyond for my animals every single day and would do the same for yours. I love hiking and...

Care Member says "Rebecca is fantastic! She had taken care of my dog, Levi, several times over the last 2 years. He always comes back super happy and well taken care of....

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Kristy B.

Pet Care Provider

Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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)
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$10/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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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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Carla N.

Paterson, NJ

3.0(1)
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$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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Kathy F.

Haskell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I've had animals all my life. As a child my family had 2 dogs and 3 cats. and we always rescued birds, squirrels, and any other animal that need help. when I was adult my husband and I had an entire room dedicated to reptiles. we had an Iguana, Collard lizards, multiple snakes and many fish tanks. Now we just have our wonderful,...

Caroline H. says "Kathy is very reliable, friendly and flexible! She has taken care of my 3 cats, guinea pig and fish multiple times. She sends me updates at every...

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Lobeth N.

Part-Time Babysitter

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My responsibilities are: - Clean up dining area after meal. - Adhere to particular dietary rules inside family. - Change and wash children's sheets and towels. - Iron children's clothes. - Carry out children's shopping as directed by the parents. - Carry out children's laundry. - Accompany children in parks and activity clubs. -...

Tamera B. says "Lobeth became a part of our family to the point where she traveled with us and became close to our real family. After I hired her, she quickly learned...

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Sarah G.

Bloomingdale, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for both dogs and cats. I've volunteered at my local animal shelter, where I walked dogs, fed cats, and helped with daily care. I also have two cats and one dog of my own, who I care for every day. I'm reliable, gentle, and happy to help with dog walking, pet sitting,...
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Sabrina G.

Bloomingdale, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am able to provide pet sitting in your own home as well as dog walking. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I grew up with a black and tan coon hound and now have an american short hair cat.
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Maya Rose C.

Dog Sitting

Hawthorne, NJ

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am a 19-year-old college student who is very fun, loving and energetic when it comes to animals. I have a dog of my own for 11 years so I understand their needs and wants. I provide dog walking and dog sitting.
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Deanna P.

Small Dog Walking

Paterson, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Love caring for small pets. Experience dog sitting for family. Will walk your pet or stay with pet if needed.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Oakland, NJ

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

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.

Carolyn C.

Carolyn is amazing with my two pups. They are still puppies and learning, one is a little anxious and easily scared. BOTH warmed up to...

- Autumn W.

Rebecca D.

Rebecca is fantastic! She had taken care of my dog, Levi, several times over the last 2 years. He always comes back super happy and well...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Oakland, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Oakland, NJ will cost you an average of $19.00 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 Oakland, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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