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Top 20 Dog Walkers in Cranford, NJ

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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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Mary J.

Dog Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! My name is Mary and I am a college student studying occupational therapy. I am available for pet sitting / dog walking. I live in Beach Haven during the summer but willing to travel!
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Hannah R.

Dog Walker/Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I grew up all my life with dogs. I had a wonderful yellow lab growing up and currently have an adorable blind rescue dog. I have lots of experience with dog walking/ and sitting and have been a long time resident of Cranford!
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Barbara N.

Dog Walker

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Grooming
pet walking
boarding
I am retired and have a personal assistant service which includes walking small and medium sized friendly well behaved dogs. My husband and I have an adorable 30 pound pittie mix. I live in Cranford. I am very dependable, trustworthy, and flexible.
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Domarys E.

Cranford, NJ

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Devotion to animals drives my passion for pet care. With two years of experience, I offer pet sitting and walking services for dogs. I treat every pet as if they were my own, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules, manage high-energy breeds with active play, and maintain a...
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Morgan T.

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am currently a student at College and have two years experience pet sitting with references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, and have performed tasks such as walking, playing, bathing, and comforting them. Please feel free to contact me with any further...
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Stacey H.

HUGE Pet Lover!!

Cranford, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
I love all pets of all sizes. Willing to walk, let out or whatever is needed to care for your children and pets!! Lots of love to go around!!
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Marygrace P.

Animal Enthusiast

Cranford, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Vanessa M.

Pet Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Vanessa, a 20-year-old Allied Sciences student at Union County College, fluent in English and Spanish. I have a strong passion for animals and years of experience caring for dogs, cats, and fish of all ages and temperaments. I live with a high-energy Husky and a sweet orange tabby, so I'm comfortable with both active and...
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Nicole H.

Pet Walker And Pet Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Over the years I have walked many a dog, fed plenty of fish, and even scooped a litter box (ok that was only twice for a friend). Mainly I work with dogs and fish.
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Nubia D.

Best Pettsiter Ever!

Cranford, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, My name is Nubia and I am a mom of two beautiful girls and two sweet pets! I love my pets and truly believe they are angels in disguise! Hey are life of our house and I couldn't imagine our lives without them! As a dog parent I am also offering my care and love to other fur babies specially for those that are like me and...
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Charlotte T.

I Will Love And Care For Your Fluffy Four-legged Babies

Cranford, NJ

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I am a very reliable, patient, and hardworking person who is educated and works remote as an editor for a living. I am looking for a way to earn extra money with one of my passions-enjoying the company of and caring for animals. I have years of experience loving and caring for my own cats and dogs, and I can help with...
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Paulina P.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am an owner of a 6-year-old German Spitz mix Joon. I will be very happy to dog sit for you at your home. I am very active, love walks, hikes and all outdoor activities.
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Philip D.

Cranford, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Philip and I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for pets of all shapes and sizes. I've personally raised and cared for many dogs throughout my 31 years of life, from energetic puppies to senior dogs, and everything in between. I'm comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes, and I've...
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Nicole H.

The Fun Aunt

Cranford, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and being the "fun" aunt who helps get things accomplished while making the tasks enjoyable. I have no problem lending a hand in the house with prepping dinners and doing a load of laundry, or even taking the family dog on a walk. I enjoy helping with homework, and...
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Chrissie S.

Fun Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I love animals of all shapes and sizes.
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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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Zviad G.

Pet Lover Person And Experienced Sitter

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Friendly and trusted pet sitter, who can care on different kinds of pets and enjoy with dog walking routinely.
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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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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting and house sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet owner. I have owned many cats, as well as one dog. I love animals of all sizes and abilities, and I am happy to accommodate any animals needs.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.81/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Cranford, NJ

Dog Walkers in Cranford, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Linda R.

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...

- Care member

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

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 Cranford, NJ

A local dog walker near you in Cranford, NJ will cost you an average of $19.81 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 16 dog walkers offering services in Cranford, NJ. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Cranford 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 Cranford 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 Cranford, NJ to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Cranford, 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 16 dog walkers near you in Cranford, 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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