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Natalia M.

Biggest Dog Lover

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Passionate Dog Lover here, With a lifelong love for dogs and years of experience caring for pets of all sizes and temperaments, I provide attentive and loving care tailored to each dog's unique needs. Whether it's playtime, walks, training, or simply keeping your furry friend company, I ensure a safe, fun, and comfortable...
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Sara C.

Experienced Pet Sitter For Dogs, Cats, Birds

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I'm Sara and I've cared for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, birds (cockatiels), snakes, and fish, and I truly understand how much they mean to their families. With years of personal experience, I'm confident in providing attentive, loving care tailored to each pet's needs. Whether it's feeding, walking, playtime,...
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Lexi S.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
I love dogs! I've been a dog sitter for my family for years, but I'd gladly walk your dogs or bring them somewhere if needed!
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Leah C.

Part-time Pet Sitter!

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform walking, cleaning up after your furry friend, feeding and playing with your furry friend. I do check in and feeding while you are away. I owned a dog when I was child and currently have a cat and a rabbit.
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Kayla B.

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a passionate pet lover with experience caring for various animals. I have a cat named Bella, a dog named Jax, and 4 fishes, so I understand the importance of providing a safe, fun, and loving environment for your pets. I'm reliable, attentive, and ready to meet your pet's unique needs, whether it's walking, feeding, or...
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Ashleigh P.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an all around pet/animal lover! I have 2 guinea pigs myself and walk my neighbors dogs all the time .
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Tiffany W.

Pet Care

Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello ! My name is Tiffany and I am interested caring/loving your pet ..... I have over 13 years experience with working animals. I have a myself who's name is cookie who I love dearly as if I birthed him so I understand the compassion from an owners perspective. I have a wide rage of experience with it comes to the care for...
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Dulce L.

Paws And Peace Of Mind!

Plainfield, NJ

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm a dedicated dog walker with a passion for keeping pups happy and healthy! From energetic strolls to gentle walks, I'm here to make sure your dog feels safe, loved, and entertained. Whether you need a quick walk or longer adventure, you can trust me to care for your furry friend as if they were my own. Let's make tails...
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Celina A.

I Enjoy Giving Them Love, Attention And The Care Necessary For Their Well-being.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a deep love and respect for animals, and I treat every pet as if they were my own. I am responsible, patient, and attentive to their needs, ensuring they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while in my care. Whether it's feeding, walking, playing, or simply giving them companionship, I always prioritize their...
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Devyn J.

Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Devyn!! I've always loved animals since I was young and would pet and walk up to most animals as a child. I have a 9-year-old German Shepherd. She is a ball of energy and always keeps me and my family on our toes. I always watch her on my own and have since I got her. I help walk her, feed, play, groom and helped my dad...
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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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Kathleen D.

Fun Sitter/ Cat Lover And Doggies Too

Warren, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have many years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting and dog walkingI have owned pets my whole life and they are my world. I am Certified in Reiki I for pets and will complete my further training this year. Looking forward to meeting your beauties:))

Bernard S. says "Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!"

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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
daily feeding
pet transportation
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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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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Ashley P.

Pet-Sitter

Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have pet sat for several years. It ranges from occasional visits to feed and walk the dogs to staying over night to care for the furry friends. I absolutely loves animals and have 3 dogs and a cat myself. I am currently working remotely and have a very open schedule! Looking forward to discussing potential job opportunities...

Kimberly S. says "Ashley watched our three dogs on very short notice. She was reliable and took excellent care of our pooches. Ashley communicated well and sent us...

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Nina K.

Experienced Afterschool Babysitter/Pet Sitter

New Providence, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Nina and I am 35 years old living in New Providence. I am available 1-3 days a week afterschool. I work until 3:30 in New Providence so am able to come from there. My start time would be dependent on where you live but between 3:40-4:00 is possible. I have been babysitting for over 20 years now. I have also...

Sabrina B. says "Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come...

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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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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David B.

Experienced Caregiver In Union County

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Semi retired from the Telecommunications industry; father to 2 wonderful college grads; great with kids, seniors, errands, pets, organizing, doctor's appointments, etc I can take where you need to go; all types of odd jobs; light housekeeping or food prep; can walk your dog; I have a 2023 SUV; I have great references; I do not...

Whitney K. says "David has been a huge help to our family. He has taken care of my two kids many times and we always feel completely comfortable leaving them with him as...

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Elizabeth A.

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I will provide dog walking, waste clean up, provide food/water and dog/cat sitting in your home. I have been raised around dogs, cats, birds and fish, my whole life. In 2023, I had to say goodbye to my fur baby Lucky, who turned 18 years. Lucky was my pride and joy. I've had him since he was 6 weeks old and I couldn't have...

Care Member says "The most important thing for me was to find someone who would treat my sister like family and that’s what I’ve found with Liz. She’s reliable, prompt,...

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Helenanne L.

Animal Lover Here!

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

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

Kathleen D.

Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!

- Bernard S.

Susan B.

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...

- Mike L.

Kathleen K.

We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic.

- Heather F.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Plainfield, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Plainfield, NJ will cost you an average of $18.00 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 10 dog walkers offering services in Plainfield, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Plainfield 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Plainfield, 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 10 dog walkers near you in Plainfield, 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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