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For the past seven years, I have been a dog-walker for a company that serves the people of Short Hills, Milburn, and Maplewood. I went to each dog owner's house and spent about 30 minutes with their dogs to walk, feed and water, and play with them each day. I also documented each dog-walking session with notes for the client at...
Alissa can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I have owned a pet my entire life.
I used to pet sit for a woman who had a cat, I have also watched dogs while families went on vacation or out for the night. I walk the dogs, feed them, and play with them. (5 years of experience).
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Bailey H.
Rockaway, NJ
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dog lover!!! I have been dog sitting/walking since I was 16. I have two dogs of my own and never met a dog I didn't like. :) looking forward to hearing from you!
Bailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Elyse R.
Rockaway, NJ
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I work at a local animal shelter where I care for, clean, walk, and play with the various animals that come in (mostly dogs/puppies, cats/kittens). Experienced in caring for both large and small dogs of all ages.
Elyse can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Kayla M.
Rockaway, NJ
$14-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
hi my name is kayla , i'm a 19-year-old student at CCM I have one dog and two cats. About 3 years of experience from watching, walking feeding cats and dogs for family members friends, or anyone who reached out.
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love love love animals and have a a cat since she was a kitten, a kitten and teenage dog since she was a puppy! I have watched my family and friends dogs and or cats before and I just love being around animals.
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alina S.
Rockaway, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alina, and it would be a pleasure to work with you! I am a 21-year-old part-time chemistry student, as well as a babysitter and art studio manager. I also love animals! Throughout my life I've had a wild variety of pets- cats, dogs, hamsters, lizards, fish, chicken, and farm animals. As I child I would walk my 150...
Alina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Amy W.
Rockaway, NJ
$13-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Former Corporate HR Professional Seeking More Joyful Work As An Engaged Sitter
I have years of experiences as pet owner (both dogs and cats). I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Sitting and Pet Walking.
Amy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide sitting, walking, or just taking care of your pet while you are at work or will be gone for long periods of time or any other reason!! I am an avid animal lover. I have owned dogs all my life and currently have two 3-year-old black labs that are treated as good as I treat my children. They are part of our family....
Francine can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Fran loves and cares for anyone she meets especially pets. She knows how to take care of animals and does it with ease as well as with a positive attitude. I can trust her with my pets anytime and I know that they will be safe under her care. The two dogs of her...
Chris C.
5.0
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I can provide dog sitting and walking at your own home. I have taken care of my own dogs all my life, in addition to walking dogs as a volunteer at a shelter near my college. I love dogs and would be more than happy to take care of your pup when you aren't able to be home!
Heather can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very...
Francine H.
Rebecca S.
Morris Plains, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rebecca and I am a psychology graduate from Rowan University. I have been taking care of dogs since I was 9 years old, when I got my first furry companion. Over the years, I have gained experience working with dogs of all sizes and ages, including puppies and senior dogs, and those requiring special care.
As...
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I have many years experience with animals as I have 1 dogs and 3 cats of my own. I will feed your pet, play with them, walk them and give them the love and care they need.
Joanna can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Joanna is fantastic with animals. She is very patient and kind and takes her time with them."
Jennifer R.
Michelle V.
Parsippany, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home
4.9
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Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
I have been a cat owner my entire life and currently have 3 boys. I can provide pet sitting in your home for all kinds of pets. Cats are my specialty! I can also walk the dog and feed the fish! I have over 13 years of experience in walking dogs and pet sitting both on my own and with a company. I love all animals! I am also a...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"In addition to caring for my 'Kid-ties", she would send me a brief text to let me how they were doing. A nice touch that made me feel better about leaving them behind. She was also willing to do an extra stop if I needed because of travel delays! Extremely...
Anne B.
5.0
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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
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 8 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...
Kristy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kristy has been walking our dog for several years now and is great. She is dependable and takes great care of him. We also use her to visit when the family is on vacation so that our dog can stay comfortably in his home. She is very detail oriented and provides...
Roger L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Imagine you are in a foreign country, with no money, no family, and only a soccer ball at your feet. Well, that was me back in 2016. Hi, I'm Natalie, founder of United Strikers FA and EA, former football player, professional coach, and leader of young women and girls. I'm from Birmingham England and came to the US in 2016 to...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Natalie has a genuine love for animals. She does an amazing job taking care of our 2 year old golden mix Bayley. Natalie is very attentive to her needs and takes care of her as if Bayley was her own dog. Bayley greets her with lots of excitement and puppy kisses....
Kim M.
Maria L.
Lincoln Park, NJ
$39/hr • 5 yrs exp
Proactive And Caring Nanny/babysitter With 3+ Years Of Experience Looking For A Part/full Time Job
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Maria Nikoll
I'd describe my personality as
Bubbly
Kind
Passionate
I like working with kids because I enjoy being a part in helping children reach life milestones!
Teaching them about their own needs and wants and learning new things every day is something that makes me feel accomplished.
I would love to work...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She does very well with kids she really knows her way with taking care of them, she does everything she supposed to do and kids always like her."
Franklin C.
Grace L.
Randolph, NJ
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I adore animals and have experience with cats, dogs, hamsters, and fish. I've taken care of dogs ranging from small to large. I am available for dog walking as well as vacation sitting for any pet.
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sufiya K.
Parsippany, NJ
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I have two spoiled, 8-year-old papipoos. I love animals especially dogs and cats. I have dog sat and dog walked several dogs over the years and would love to spoil yours!
Sufiya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I have 2 years of professional dog walking/animal sitting. I have animals of my own and have so much love for my fur babies. Looking to just pick something up on the weekends or early mornings/afternoon since I am also a part time nanny:) I have many references
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Kelly D.
Riverdale, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet sitting and dog walker available for overnight, weekly visits or daily dog walking . I have over 15 years of experience and huge animal lover
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Rockaway, NJ
Francine H.
5.0
Fran loves and cares for anyone she meets especially pets. She knows how to take care of animals and does it with ease as well as with a positive attitude. I can trust her with my pets anytime and I know that they will be safe under her care. The two dogs of her own are treated with the utmost love...
- Chris C.
Heather H.
5.0
Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very special love for animals. Not to long...
- Francine H.
Joanna W.
5.0
Joanna is fantastic with animals. She is very patient and kind and takes her time with them.
- Jennifer R.
Michelle V.
5.0
I would definitely recommend Michelle.
She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my older cat. She watered my plants. She anticipated a potential problem ( a snow storm) and came up with a plan. I’m very appreciative of her help while...
- Stephanie W.
Kristy B.
5.0
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 illness. I tried Rover, pet sitting services etc., with mediocre to a sitter losing two of my cats while on vacation.
Then we had the...
- Judi S.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Rockaway, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Rockaway, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in Rockaway, NJ will cost you an average of $15.12 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 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 Rockaway, NJ?
Care.com has 8 dog walkers offering services in Rockaway, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Rockaway 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 Rockaway to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 8 dog walkers near you in Rockaway, 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.