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Linda R.

Part Time Dog, Cat And Pet Care Union County Area

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet walking
I am a pet lover with years of experience walking dogs and caring for cats. I am a Cranford resident and former Microbiologist who has cared for many pets through care. com along with having my own dog. I have also cared for many cats and dogs in my neighborhood and elsewhere . I am responsible, loving, and trustworthy and would...

Care Member says "Linda is lovely! She responded very quickly to my inquiry, and we met up for a meet and greet. I feel comfortable having her come to my home to walk...

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Helenanne L.

Animal Lover Here!

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/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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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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Jessica C.

Dog Walker

Edison, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have years of experience with dog walking and caring for cats. I am very comfortable with pets and have a cat of my own. I would be more than happy to continue my services to your family!
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Sutania F.

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've done boarding of small, medium and large dogs. I had 2 medium pitbull dogs of my own that I trained from puppy. I've done dog walking of different breeds and sizes. I've done dog sitting as well.
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Meghan S.

19 Years / Service Dog Trainer / Pet Dog Trainer / Dog Walker

Dunellen, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
dog training
Hello, it's lovely to meet you! My name is Meghan, I'm a service & pet dog trainer with 3 years experience. I'm also offering dog walking services! For training clients, you can contact me any time via text for advice and questions whenever you may need.
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Jennifer C.

Experienced Cat Sitter That Will Treat Your Kitties Like Family.

Clark, NJ

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
Experienced cat sitter that will treat your kitties like family. References available upon request. Over 10 plus years cat sitting experience in Clark, NJ and surrounding areas. Cat lover and owner for about 40 years. Will administer any medications to kitties if needed. I also have experience dog walking and caring for dogs as...
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Carol R.

Metuchen, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a pet owner and will care for your dog or cat as if they are my own. I can provide pet sitting and dog walking services in the afternoon and on weekends. I am responsible and caring. Looking forward to meeting your pet soon!
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Nicole S.

Woodbridge, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, My name is Nicole. I have experience with dog walking and house sitting / pet sitting while people are on vacation, after surgery and even while people are working. I have watched animals at my own home, as well as going to peoples home. I hope I can be the right fit for you!
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Amanda L.

Amanda L From Westfield, New Jersey

Westfield, NJ

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hi! I'm a recent college graduate looking for part or full-time doggie care positions. I have 2. 5 years of dog walking experience, and 15 years of experience caring for my own two boxers. I'm willing to help with any age or size.
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Caitlyn D.

Springfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have dog sat for pay on multiple occasions and find dog walking and sitting to be a very fun task and am able to do feeding and simple tasks for any animals besides cats (i'm sadly allergic).
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Zampia C.

Springfield, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Ever since I was little, I have loved animals. We had dogs, cats and chickens growing up! I started petsitting over 15 years ago because I realized I can do what I absolutely love for a living. I offer daily dog walking, multiple dog walks per day , as many and as few as you need. I offer cat visits that include feeding, giving...
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Dana D.

Fanwood, NJ

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$15/hr
I am a stay at home mom with a 10th & 7th grader. We have a 3-year-old dog, Penny who we got when she was 8 weeks old. She is a great dog that loves long walks, hikes and playing in the snow. She has a very calm demeanor that I attribute to our daily long walks.
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Marygrace P.

Animal Enthusiast

Cranford, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi I'm Maggie! I aim to be a careful candidate and hope to love and care for your pets just as you would. I can alter my schedule and travel to meet your needs, as I have frequent availability. I have experience with dog walking, giving oral medication, overnight care, and cat sitting. I would love the opportunity to meet, play,...
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Olivia M.

10+ Years Of Pet Care

Fanwood, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Olivia and I'm a lifelong animal lover with over 10 years of experience in pet sitting, dog walking, and house sitting. Whether it's a playful puppy, a senior sweetheart, or even a hamster or fish, I've cared for pets of all ages, sizes, and species including newborn puppies and older pets who need extra...
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Ramona T.

South Bound Brook, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a Dog owner. My Dog name I is Simba. Sometimes I walk my friends Dogs. I only play with friendly Dogs. All Dogs should be loved.
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Nicolina D.

Colonia, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I have a dog of my own who I adore. I would love to help you out with walking/visiting your dog. I am very reliable and punctual. I'd love to talk to you more about your needs.
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Maren F.

Animal Lover

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have forever been an animal lover who understands that every pet has their own personality. If they love cuddles, I'll give them cuddles. If they like to be active, we will go on walks and adventure. I am responsible and organized, and would love to dog sit in my free time. Although I don't have a yard, I know of many dog...
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Dayana S.

Manville, NJ

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Dayana and I'm a dog lover. I have walked dogs, cared for them, and taken them in for individuals that go on vacation. Big dogs or small dogs I love any friendly dog.
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Raemarie M.

Westfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I have owned dogs my entire life. I currently have a 107 lb Silver Lab named Barkley and a 8 lb Chihuahua named Beckham. I would love to help by coming by to feed, walk, shop, or just keep your dog company during the week days!
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.25/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in South Plainfield, NJ

A local dog walker near you in South Plainfield, NJ will cost you an average of $16.25 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of November 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 8 dog walkers offering services in South Plainfield, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from South 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 South 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 South 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 South 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 8 dog walkers near you in South 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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