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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
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
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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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
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.

Andrew B. says "Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

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Maria S.

Part -time Pet Care Giver

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding. 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 and enjoy caring for them.

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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Linda R.

Part Time Dog, Cat And Pet Care Union County Area

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$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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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 sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
+ 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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Helenanne L.

Animal Lover Here!

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/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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Nina K.

Experienced Afterschool Babysitter/Pet Sitter

New Providence, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Sabrina B. says "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...

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Ann C.

Livingston, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
I am covid vaccinated and Certified aid with many years looking after seniors that are in need of some care in their golden years. have clean driving license and wonderful references. willing to work with families on scheduling of care they need. and work different times of the day morning and afternoon and evenings . going on...

Care Member says "Ann demonstrated excellence and compassion in every aspect of care for our loved one. She is extremely knowledgeable about senior healthcare concerns...

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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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Sammy D.

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hey my name is Samantha but you can also call me Sammy! From reading your requests I think I would be a marvelous fit as your childs babysitter! I have my own car and I'm familiar with the area so transportation would not be an issue. I attended Middlesex County college and ACI Medical and Dental school & am currently employeed...

Nathan L. says "Sammy has been wonderful with our 2 little ones. She's been flexible with our hectic schedule and we're so happy to have found her. Our children adore her...

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David B.

Experienced Caregiver In Union County

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Semi retired from the Telecommunications industry; father to 2 wonderful college grads; great with kids, seniors, errands, pets, organizing, doctor's appointments, etc I can take where you need to go; all types of odd jobs; light housekeeping or food prep; can walk your dog; I have a 2023 SUV; I have great references; I do not...

Whitney K. says "David has been a huge help to our family. He has taken care of my two kids many times and we always feel completely comfortable leaving them with him as...

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Marlaina M.

Reliable And Loving Sitter

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm an animal lover with a couple years of experience caring for furry friends of all sizes and breeds. I'll treat your pup like my own, providing them with plenty of love, exercise, and playtime. I'm reliable, responsible, and flexible, and I'll always keep you updated on your pup's adventures. **Services:** Daily walks and...

Dani B. says "Marlaina was AMAZING with my fur babies!! She kept me informed the entire weekend with photos and updates to how they were adjusting. She paid attention to...

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Cathy M.

Animal Lover

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a lot of experience of taking care of pets. I, myself had a dog, and I've taken care of the pets of families I have worked for whether it be day walks, feedings and/or overnight care so your fur-babies aren't locked up in a boarding facility; which I love and adore spending time and snuggles. I'm honest, kind, and get...
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Miranda D.

Miranda

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
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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Tamisha W.

Love Animals

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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...

Luz M. says "Tamisha was reliable, professional, very communicative and took great care of my birds while I was away. Will definitely be in touch with her again."

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Kyanah B.

Caretaker

Hillside, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi! My name is Kyanah. I am 22 years old and an online student. I am currently in 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. I also worked at just like home daycare for 3 years. I've booked...
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Ashley K.

Dog Care

Mountainside, NJ

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
In home dog boarding, house sitting, dog walking, pet taxi based in mountainside
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Glenda P.

Rahway, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
Dog walking is my passion! Missing my dog everyday. He was my best friend for 17 years. Missing our walking fun times together. Now, I can walk your baby and make him happy. Thanks.
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Andreina B.

Dog Walking Service!

Chatham, NJ

from
$15/hr
Boarding
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!
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Jedean M.

The Love Of Dogs

Newark, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I find great joy in dog sitting and dog walking, as I consider it to be a therapeutic experience. Dogs, with their affectionate nature, are truly the best companions, bringing immense love and joy into our lives.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.76/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Westfield, NJ

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

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

Samantha L.

Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.

- Andrew B.

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.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Westfield, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Westfield, NJ will cost you an average of $17.76 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 17 dog walkers offering services in Westfield, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Westfield 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 Westfield 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 Westfield, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Westfield, 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 17 dog walkers near you in Westfield, 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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