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Hannah M.

While I Am Home For College I Constantly Spend Time With My Own Dog And Love Taking Him On Walks!

River Edge, NJ

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$14/hr
College student home for break! I have always watched my sister and cousins while being home and have a dog of my own!
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Carrie X.

River Edge, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
Responsible, attentive, and experienced pet care provider offering reliable dog and cat sitting services. I have extensive experience with a wide range of breeds, temperaments, and care needs, and I take pride in providing high-quality, compassionate care tailored to each pet's routine and personality. Whether your pet requires...
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Julianna S.

River Edge, NJ

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Im a student at the university lf tampa seeking a job. ive had 3 childhood dogs and fostered a dog last year with my friends. im a huge animal lover and would love to help out familes and bring their pups on walks or watch them when away!
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Jakurah S.

River Edge, NJ

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Loving Dog Care Provider Hi! I'm Jakurah a mom of two and a lifelong animal lover. While I don't have much paid experience, I've spent years caring for our family dog, making sure they get plenty of walks, playtime, and attention. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I treat every dog like a part...
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Mia S.

Professional Pet Friend - Dog Walker And Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Dog mom and dog lover with four years of dog walking and caretaking experience. I offer: Dog walking, dog sitting and boarding services Excited to meet and care for your furry friend!

Care Member says "Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came...

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Jennifer J.

Pet Care Available For Puppy Care, Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Medical Treatment And Dog Training

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
boarding
+ 1 more
I have 20+ years of experience working with animals as a groomer, trainer and veterinary technician. I have experience in puppy care, dog training, dog walking and pet sitting in your home or mine. I was a trained veterinary technician and can handle medical treatment as well. I also offer nutrition education for clients who...

Care Member says "Jennifer is a responsible kind and very knowledgeable person who I trust my two dogs with. One is very active and the other one doesn't let anyone near...

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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 V.

Animal Lover To Take Care Of Your Furry Family Members

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! I have been a professional dog walker for 5 years now, I love animals and its always been my dream to be able to work with them on a daily basis. I do regular walk, feedings, administer meds if necessary, playtime after our walk. Seeing how happy a dog is when I come in and how excited they are to be going on their walk...

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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Melissa J.

Pet Care Provider

Fair Lawn, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I can also provide walking your dog as well. I have 10 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also feed your dog and do over night stays when needed. I have also cat sat and fed fishes when needed.
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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
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Deborah O.

Passionate Animal Enthusiast

Bronx, NY

4.3(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
daily feeding
boarding
pet walking
Hello, I've volunteered in quite a few animal shelters. I've been a foster parent for cats and dogs numerous of times and have also volunteered in their facilities by cleaning cat and dog cages and feeding them. I've also done quite a bit of dog walking. I consider myself to be a diligent, highly responsible, caring person. I...

Ashley V. says "She was on time and took good care of my cat. There were a few misunderstandings on both our ends which ultimately lead to just an okay experience."

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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 sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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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
administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
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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Nelly L.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
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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Renata M.

Fort Lee, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I've been taking care of Dogs, cats and birds here in Gainesville, and taking care of them is a great pleasure! I can walk them, clean cats litter's, bath then when needed and also take care of their medication. Message me wherever you need.

Claudia C. says "Renata is a wonderful house cleaner and is so reliable. We are lucky to have found her!"

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Casandra S.

Vet Tech, 12 Years Of Experience

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I started pet sitting and walking dogs about 15 years ago. I love being able to care for pets in the many ways that I do. I've been a veterinary technician for 13 years and I have pets of my own. Providing a comfortable space for the pets I care for is a priority to me. I have experience in doggy day care and technician...

Care Member says "Casandra is absolutely amazing!! She is responsible, professional, and responsive. She looks after my puppy like one of her own - training,...

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Jack Q.

Animal Care taking!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've animal sat animals ranging from snakes to dogs. You name it, I've done it! I have a natural bond with animals due to my loving nature. I have cleaned waste, groomed, fed, walked, and done overall care taking needs for that specific animal I'm taking care of. When I'm with your animal, my full focus is on them. You can...

Mara H. says "Jack took great care of my 2 cats while I was out of town. He was responsible, punctual, and so caring and kind while taking care of my babies. He made sure...

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Carol P.

Take Your Dog For A Walk...I'd Love To!

Garfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have always had dogs in my life. As a child, I had a Shih Tzu/poodle mix who I loved with all my heart. When he passed away I was heartbroken... soon after, I begged my mom for another puppy. But she wouldn't agree to it, so I began visiting the neighborhood pets. I began helping two close neighbors take care of their dogs....
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Margaret R.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.75/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in River Edge, NJ

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

Mia S.

Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday!...

- Care member

Jennifer J.

Jennifer is a responsible kind and very knowledgeable person who I trust my two dogs with. One is very active and the other one doesn't let...

- Care member

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 River Edge, NJ

A local dog walker near you in River Edge, NJ will cost you an average of $18.75 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 4 dog walkers offering services in River Edge, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from River Edge 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 River Edge 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 River Edge, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in River Edge, 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 4 dog walkers near you in River Edge, 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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