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60 dog walkers are listed in Summit, NJ
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 4 years
Dog walkers in Summit, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have owned a dog walking and pet sitting business for over 12 years and have provided care for animals of all sizes, ages, and breeds. I find it rewarding training puppies to walk and also assisting senior animals with their medical needs. I have experience administering medications, including insulin (cats and dogs), and I am...
Lori can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Juju loved Lori right off the bat and she has been extremely helpful and accommodating. She's 100% professional and reliable and genuinely gives so much love and care to our sweet pup. Highly recommend!!"
Tim B.
Samantha L.
Clark, NJ
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.
Samantha can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."
Andrew B.
5.0
(1)
I have being with a family for a year and a half and I helped them to take care of Sparky (dog) and billie and cookie (cats) sometimes during their vacations. I was on charge of feeding them and walk sparky.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Michelle did a great job! I can't wait to work with her regularly."
Stephanie W.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
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...
Linda can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Linda was wonderful! She responded very quickly to my inquiry and we set up a meet and greet for the next day to go over my cats needs. I felt confident having her come to my home to care for our elderly cat while we were away on vacation. Every day she would text...
Kathleen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic."
Heather F.
Matthew D.
Whippany, NJ
$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello Everyone - I've been taking care of animals for people since I was a young child. I absolutely love animals, we have 3 rescue dogs that are part of our family My expertise is working with dogs, but have certainly taken care of cats and other pets. Some of my services are - Dog walking up to 5 dogs on a leash at one time,...
Matthew can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"From start to finish, a good experience with Matt D. My dogs were well cared for, we were kept informed via texts, and all communications were answered quickly. Will definitely hire Matt the next time we go away! "
Laura O.
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
(8)
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 walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Michelle was communicative and followed all of our instructions. She went above and beyond to take care of our cats and home while we were away."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nina and I am 35 years old living in New Providence. I am available 1-3 days a week afterschool. I work until 3:30 in New Providence so am able to come from there. My start time would be dependent on where you live but between 3:40-4:00 is possible. I have been babysitting for over 20 years now. I have also...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nina is one-of-a-kind. I say that from experience as we have had and known several nannies. I even hesitate to write this because I hope she will come back to our family should she seek employment during or after college. Nina was with us a little under a year and...
Sabrina B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kyanah. I am 21 years old and am a full time student. I am currently going to school for Forensics/ Nursing. I am a kind, family oriented person, who has grew up with 3 younger siblings. I am the oldest daughter so I'm used to being very hands on with children.
Can meal prep
Clean
Laundry
Tutor (I graduated high...
Kyanah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Eleanor M.
West Orange, NJ
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced North Jersey/Central Jersey/Somerset Housekeeper Available Part-Time
4.7
(12)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I love what I do because I love a clean house! My specialty right now is detail cleaning, and I take my time because I can. I want my clients to be happy and appreciate my time and work ability. Most tell me they prefer having only one person, as opposed to two or more, so they can be more assured they are getting what they want...
Eleanor can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"We met Eleanor on Care.com just prior to the end-of-year holidays, and it's been a great for us to have her help out with housekeeping every other week. Eleanor works sometimes brings help with her, and she has a meticulous eye for keeping our house spotless. My...
James D.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a pure animal lover and would love to care for your pet(s). I would treat your best friend, as I would treat your child/children. I would make sure there bowls are clean, feed them fresh food and water, scoop litter, walk and play with them. I would clean out the bird cage and remove the trash on my way out. If any special...
Tamisha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Tamisha was very courteous and attentive to instructions. She was prompt and checked in regularly. She followed up and made sure all our dog's needs were met."
Ellen T.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Madeline, and I'm a 28-year-old pastry chef ! I recently just left a job that wasn't fulfilling in the way I'd hoped it would be, one day I hope to own and operate my own food truck.
I live in NJ with my boyfriend and our golden retriever Waffle who is 1 and a 1/2.
I'm looking for a flexible job, that allows me...
Madeline can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Madeline did an excellent job taking care of my dog when I left for the weekend. She was attentive to his walks, his feeding scheduling and was always caring and affectionate with him. When I came back home to him, he was happy as ever and could tell she treated...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Celeste. I am very athletic, love to play every sport, love to bake, cook, and clean. I am also very outgoing, adventurous, friendly, charismatic, creative, crafty, good at multitasking, and am goal- oriented. I have a year of experience working with twins, both 4. Overall, I love being around kids, love...
Celeste can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Service to walk your dog, do you want to go on vacation and do not know who to leave your pet with? Call me , References in pet care!
Andreina can also help with: Boarding
Janelle W.
Elizabeth, NJ
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a 2-year-old toy poodle. I have experience with dog sitting and dog walking. I'm also willing to care for cats.
Janelle can also help with: Pet walking
Tessa R.
Morristown, NJ
$18-28/hr
Hi! I have been dog walking and dog sitting since I was 14! It was actually my very first job. I also grew up with three dogs of my own and have always been around them.
Tessa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Cassandra C.
Clark, NJ
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have a Mini poodle myself and a bunch of my family members have dogs. I have more experience with smaller dogs, but I have been around pit bulls and golden retrievers before! I am very active so dog walking and exercise won't be a problem for me!
Cassandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I used to be a walker for another pet sitting app. I am still employed with Dog Walking. I have a Great Dane myself, so I am comfortable with all size pets!
Kaela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Erin P.
Florham Park, NJ
$14-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've worked through many dog walking/sitting apps before, and also have 19 years of dog owning experience ;). I also have a decent amount of training experience. I cant wait to take care of your furry friend!
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Nancy B.
Morristown, NJ
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am an animal lover and happy to care for your pets. My family has a dog named Nico who I love to spend time with. I have experience caring for dogs and cats, and I feel comfortable doing dog walks as well.
Nancy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Summit, NJ
Lori S.
5.0
Juju loved Lori right off the bat and she has been extremely helpful and accommodating. She's 100% professional and reliable and genuinely gives so much love and care to our sweet pup. Highly recommend!!
- Tim B.
Samantha L.
5.0
Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.
- Andrew B.
Michelle P.
5.0
Michelle did a great job! I can't wait to work with her regularly.
- Stephanie W.
Linda R.
5.0
Linda was wonderful! She responded very quickly to my inquiry and we set up a meet and greet for the next day to go over my cats needs. I felt confident having her come to my home to care for our elderly cat while we were away on vacation. Every day she would text me to let me know how our cat was...
- Kathleen M.
Kathleen K.
5.0
We think the world of Kathleen. She is fantastic.
- Heather F.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Summit, NJ
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Summit, NJ?
A local dog walker near you in Summit, NJ will cost you an average of $16.64 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 Summit, NJ?
Care.com has 14 dog walkers offering services in Summit, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Summit 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 Summit to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Summit, 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 Summit, 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 Summit, NJ?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Summit, 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 Summit, NJ?
On Care.com, there are currently 14 dog walkers near you in Summit, 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.