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5.0
(2)
Hey, I'm Sophia! Throughout my whole life I've been surrounded by all sorts of animals, especially dogs and cats. During my bachelor's I spent 4 years doing volunteer work, fostering and taking care of dogs and cats ( vet visits, housing, potty training, etc) until they could find their forever home. I also have 1 year of...
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sophia was helpful, reliable & flexible. She’s a real dog lover & I was super happy to live my dog with her. We would definitely use her again. "
Steven F.
Assmaa C.
New York, NY
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Because Of My Deep Love For And Care For Animals, I've Taken Them Under My Wing For Nearly Three Yea
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Because of my deep love for and care for animals, I've taken them under my wing for nearly three years now. I have cared and babysat dogs and cats from ages 1-9 during this time with different medical conditions and needs to feel safe and loved. I'm currently finishing up my bachelor's degree for film and communications, but...
Assmaa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She is so outstanding with my pets. She understand how much they are important to my family.Also they love her as well."
Jacques F.
5.0
(1)
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...
Francine can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by sending pictures or just an overview summary of how Brody was doing. Brody was in excellent hands with...
Jenifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Taryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"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 never left. She's awesome."
Michelle L.
Taylor F.
Bronx, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very caring, patient, and creative person who has 8 years of experience caring for children ages 6 months- 13 years old. With me, your children will receive the most appropriate care. I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I am best at housework, running errands, arts and crafts, making...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is truly a great caregiver. She made sure my two children, 9 & 4 were comfortable and went above and beyond in our household. Between taking the kids to play dates and outside activities to even doing laundry and meal prepping. I'm glad she was able to be a...
Iris A.
5.0
(1)
My name is Shai and I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Michigan. Throughout college, I taught Spanish to third graders at a local elementary school, and spent the summers nannying for a number of families on Nantucket. I worked as a camp counselor and lifeguard in high school, and have a CPR/First Aid and Lifeguard...
Shai can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shai is a very competent, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver. He is energetic and engaging and a very positive presence for our children. He played board games and sports with them, and ensured they got their homework done each afternoon. He reliably picked up...
Paul B.
Mackenzie D.
Little Falls, NJ
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I am 25 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 4 years. I have worked with children ages 6 months - 5 years old. I also babysit and...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Mackenzie helped me with my family and was a huge asset. She watched my kids if I was out, helped me daily with household chores (laundry dishes organizing), and helped me put kids to bed (including bath time). She was always on time and willing to help with...
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Katarzyna P.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Housekeeper Available From Monday To Saturday Part-Time
5.0
(3)
Hello!
I am 37 years old. I have 12 years of experience working as a housekeeper / laundry person /cook/ organizer, babysitter.
I have 6 great references available upon request. I am great at cleaning, laundry, washing dishes , ironing, polishing silver, packing , unpacking and organizing and cooking. I can also do some...
Katarzyna can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Kasha is the best house cleaner we have ever had, she organizes and gets the entire home clean instead of others who pile things and don't get everywhere. Kasha is so trustworthy and sweet, I would definitely hire her!"
Zoe O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Iva and I have 7 years of paid pet care experience. Growing up I was surrounded by dogs, cats, and birds, and even had/have a horse.
I provide pet sitting in your own home. Walks, baths (cats tend to be more difficult but I somehow have gotten it done with long gloves), and playing is all a part of the job! I'm...
Ivanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She was great with my dog! My dog is a handful and quite frankly we have had a three other pet caregivers for her but she's been too "wild" and sometimes her playfulness is seen as aggression so its not easy finding someone. We found Iva and it was wag at first...
madison C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 55 years old. I am American citizen , I have lived in New York 16 years I speak English, Russian and Armenian. I have a 16 years of household formal house housekeeper experiences in NY city.. love to devote my time to cleaning homes and cooking, because their is nothing like the feeling you get when a home is clean, smells...
Maria can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Maria is kind, thoughtful, and thorough. A true gem."
Danielle C.
5.0
(1)
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...
Nia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Palesa M.
Lyndhurst, NJ
$15-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a South African born individual who has a deep passion for animals. Over the years, I've taken care of home pets and volunteered at an animal center in South Africa. I believe I'm very good with home pets and I prioritize their well being safety in all means possible.
I'm looking to make extra money walking if...
Palesa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Palesa is a pleasure to work with. She does a great job keeping my house organized and taking care of my dog. She is dependable, diligent, respectable, communicates clearly and follows instruction well. Will definitely recommend her."
Linying L.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Tiphania, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Looking after children requires a lot of energy and attention but I enjoy it wholeheartedly. I am fluent in english and Spanish. I am very hands on and love to be active with the children. I am very flexible with my schedule and can help...
Tiphani can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tiphani is a phenomenal care taker. She’s reliable, punctual, caring. Tiphani has watched both of my children 3x a week during the summer. She constantly engaged with my Children participating in outdoor activities and keeping their little bodies busy throughout...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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. -...
Lobeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lobeth is punctual, smart, tidy, understanding and patient. She understands my child and my needs equally well and my daughter is always happy to see her. My daughter comfortably falls asleep in her arms and enjoys reading and playing with her. I don't have to...
Young C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Jessica. I'm an experienced nanny for over 8 years, with great references. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I have worked with infants, toddlers, and elementary aged kids. As part of my responsibilities, I have taken children to school and various activities such as gym, story time, the...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jess is an incredible nanny and cook! Her meals are healthy and delicious for everyone in the family. With Jessica's help, my son's diet now consists of so many healthy foods he refused to try before! I'm so glad to have found her, highly recommend!!"
Miriam A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have over five years experience babysitting children as young as 6 months old, toddlers, preschoolers and school aged children, including teenagers. I love entertaining children with games, arts and crafts, music, reading, baking, bike riding, walks to the park, and all things outdoors and artistic. I love cooking and...
Susana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Susana for one time care for our 14 month old daughter but we ended up asking her to stay with us for a month. Susana is very calm and gentle. She was always punctual and considerate. She brought toys and books to entertain our daughter. She also helped us...
Sue H.
Michelle C.
Paramus, NJ
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am available to walk or drop in on your furry friend! I have 2 years of dog walking experience and I am a reliable, friendly and flexible animal lover.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I would always be asked by my neighbors to walk their dogs and it's something i've never really stopped! I love animals, especially dogs, and find dog walking or sitting fun rather than work!
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have lived in a house with birds and hamsters my whole life, but I grew up around more dogs than I can count. I have a lot of dog walking experience from when friends of mine have been out of town. Most importantly, I love animals!
I wish I had a dog of my own but it is difficult for a college student to own one on campus....
Kira can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
I have experience volunteering at the SPCA for dog walking and basic dog training. I myself have a Dalmatian mix back at home but since arriving to college I miss my pets and wanted to become a frequent dog walker/sitter!
Kylie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in River Edge, NJ
Sophia H.
5.0
Sophia was helpful, reliable & flexible. She’s a real dog lover & I was super happy to live my dog with her. We would definitely use her again.
- Steven F.
Assmaa C.
5.0
My cat Hercules has been sick for two years now, being deaf in one ear and having a lot of bowel problems. He's a very old kitty so it can be quite hard for others to care for him at times. He's sometimes too quiet and it breaks my heart to see him depressed at times so it was difficult for me to...
- Allie H.
Francine M.
5.0
Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by sending pictures or just an overview summary of how Brody was doing. Brody was in excellent hands with Francine. Highly recommend!
- Jenifer C.
Taryn J.
5.0
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 never left. She's awesome.
- Michelle L.
Taylor F.
5.0
Taylor is truly a great caregiver. She made sure my two children, 9 & 4 were comfortable and went above and beyond in our household. Between taking the kids to play dates and outside activities to even doing laundry and meal prepping. I'm glad she was able to be a part of our family!
- Iris A.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in River Edge, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in River Edge, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in River Edge, NJ will cost you an average of $19.75 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in River Edge, NJ?
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.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in River Edge, NJ worth it?
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.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in River Edge, NJ?
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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in River Edge, NJ?
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.