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Demetrius R.

Dog Sitter

South River, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
I have 10+ years of dog training walking and some grooming (Minor) I am currently a dog owner I have a beautiful boxer Pitbull name Simba that I adore. I love dogs and they love me:)
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Lori K.

Dog Walker

South River, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I am a single mom who has been walking dogs for over 20 yrs I love pets and would love to care for yours. I am reliable trustworthy and dependable. I do have my own vehicle and references if need. I will love your pet as my own.
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Rafaela R.

South River, NJ

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
My name is Rafa, I'm 26yo, I have a law degree from PUC Minas in Brazil and currently doing a postgraduate degree in cognitive behavioral therapy. I am married and plan to have kids soon. I'm very responsible, reliable, patient, caring and creative. My first language is Portuguese, I speak fluent English and I'm currently...
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Arline F.

Home Caregiver Available Full Time

South River, NJ

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
The skills and knowledge I have gained through my 23 years experiences will help me perform extremely well for any private and organization. Some strengths of mine include: Provide assistance and essential daily services to the dogs that have been entrusted to me during the vacation of the owners. I have provided essential...
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Allia D.

South River, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
my cousin had a dog for 5 years now and I always walk , clean, give her treats and play with her dog.
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Shantoria J.

South River, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Tori and here is what I provide: Personalized walks suited to each dog's energy and style Thoughtful feeding routines, including special diets and meds Playtime, cuddles, and enrichment for mental stimulation I hope to meet all the little fur babies soon!
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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding in my home. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds such as: beagles, German shepherds, Boxers, Poodle mixes, and more.

Wendy M. says "Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he...

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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
Pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
boarding
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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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Lily M.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
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Laura L.

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have been taking care of animals and pet sitting for over 10 years. I have worked at an animal shelter for six years. I had to clean cages, walk, feed, play and give medication. I also was a vet technician for four years. I have had hamsters, fish, a cat, etc. I treat all animals like they are my own. I have a love and passion...

Michele S. says "While out of the country we were able to contact Laura and get an update on our cats well being. Once home we discovered new windows and a door changed...

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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
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
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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Alison V.

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
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Miranda D.

Miranda

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
Hi I'm Miranda and I love long walks and animals of all types. I would love to help you out with your furry friends.
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Michele S.

Staten Island, NY Pet Lover!

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hi there! I have a great love for all animals. I have owned and cared for dogs, cats, birds and hamsters since I was a child. I am available to care for your pets in your home, including walking, feeding, playing, administrating medication, or whatever is needed. I am a passionate animal advocate and I appreciate all species...

James M. says "Michele took great care of my elderly mother. Besides providing hands on care for my mom, Michele handled a lot of day-to-day tasks. Michele also helped...

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Madison K.

Parlin, NJ

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
Hi, I'm a passionate dog lover with experience in dog walking and pet care. I'm reliable, attentive, and committed to ensuring every dog gets the exercise and attention they need.
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Kathryn P.

Dog And Cat Sitter

South Plainfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I'm currently looking to pet sit either part time or just occasionally. I have experience pet sitting for families and also used to work for a dog walking company. I would walk there pets but also take care of any other animals that needed to be cared for in the home as well. So very used to meeting all types of animals. I...
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Marina F.

Sayreville, NJ

from
$25/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
Hi! I'm a professional pet groomer with a deep love for animals and years of hands-on experience. In addition to grooming, I also offer reliable dog walking and dog sitting services always with lots of care and attention. I'm certified in pet first aid, so your furry friends are always in safe hands with me. I'm known for being...
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Rebecca M.

About Me

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
I am a certified animal lover with 2 furry friends of my own at home. I have 3 years of dog walking and cat-sitting experience and 1 year of animal shelter volunteering experience. I love caring for animals and find it to be a great way to help support myself as an independent student .
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Jessica C.

Dog Walker

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.17/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Maria S.

Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In...

- Wendy M.

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.

Svetlana M.

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...

- Care member

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

A local dog walker near you in South River, NJ will cost you an average of $17.17 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 6 dog walkers offering services in South River, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from South River 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 River 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 River, 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 River, 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 6 dog walkers near you in South River, 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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