Dog Walking in Scotch Plains

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Sitter Profile Image: Elaine P.
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Elaine P.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
42 repeat clients
29 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Elaine has been amazing with our dog, Jax! He’s usually pretty shy, but he warmed up to her so quickly. It’s clear she really understands dogs and takes her time to make them feel comfortable. She’s reliable, kind, and clearly loves what she does. We’re so glad we found her!

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Alexander L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Alex is consistent, a great communicator and my pup LOVES him.

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Cassie P.
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Caleigh P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
18 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922

Caleigh was so patient and attentive to my pup. She wrote detailed summaries of every walk and took amazing pics! She was also great with our cat, which was an added benefit. It was very easy to communicate with Caleigh and I’ll be sure to book her in the future when needed!

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Lisa & Albert K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
166 reviews
62 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

I don’t believe I could have found a better daily walker for my dog. Lisa is attentive and kind. You can tell she genuinely loves and cares about all of her dogs. I work with her full time for daily walks and would not hesitate to utilize her other services.

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Eleni F.
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Michele N.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08820

Abby loves her walks with Michele! Always on time and great communications!

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Vanessa C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Vanessa was a pleasure to work with. Our dog, Gretel, loved her. She took her on multiple walks a day for us and Gretel was so excited to see her each time. She was super easy to work with and made scheduling so easy. Highly recommend her and would book again in a second.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kayla P.
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Kayla P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Fanwood, NJ, 07023

About: I have been taking care and pet sitting all kinds of pets and animals since I was 16 years old. I have worked in dog daycares and boarding facilities for around 3 years. I have been trained in dog behavior, temperament, and care. I have a lot of experience with providing dogs and other pets with the proper care they deserve. I love all kinds of animals and want to provide the best care for your pets. I am currently not working so I have lots of available time to provide visits and care for your pets. I am more available during the daytime but can do evening visits as well. I cannot provide care in my own home but I am very open and willing to provide care in my clients home. I love and care about routines so any routine your pet needs to follow I will be able to provide that in my clients home.

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Zharah C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Plainfield, NJ, 07060

Five-star service! Zharah is honest, dependable, and truly meticulous. She goes above and beyond to make sure my pup is happy and well-exercised. I wouldn't trust anyone else. Always on time," "Consistent," "Flexible with my schedule” So grateful to have found Zharah! Her patience and compassion are unmatched.

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Laura A.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
20 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Laura did an outstanding job walking my mother’s dog after my mom had surgery. She communicated with me at each walk about not only how Maple, the dog was, but how my Mom seemed to be doing as well! She was always on time and extremely flexible with our changing schedule.

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Shama S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08820

Shama was great with Daisy. She helped walked Daisy last minute and was very communicative through the process. I’ll definitely book again. Thank you Shama!

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Eleni C.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
29 repeat clients
3 years of experience
New Providence, NJ, 07974

We used Eléni for daily waking while we were away. She was so sweet and loving to Jake and helped my mother in law with some medication he needed on his paw. She was punctual and walked him for the full agreed upon time plus more for belly rubs! I highly recommend Eléni and will definitely be using her again when the need arises!

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Emily G.
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$16
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8 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

About: I have been pet sitting since I was in 6th grade, and have been trusted to care for the animals of many families. I have the most experience with cat sitting - both indoor and outdoor - but have taken care of dogs many times as well as had a dog of my own for four years! I am adaptable to any needs your pet might have, as I was used to allergies, injury care, and high excitability with my own family dog. I have loved animals all my life and would love to provide any care possible, for any type of pet! I am a college student on break who currently does not have a job, so my days are very available for pet care! I have reliable transportation and will be able to do multiple visits per day. I provide attentive pet care, and follow any and all instructions very well so your pet can have a great time while you are away! I always make time to stay with your pet for some extra time past just being fed or walked, so that they get all the attention they need.

Sitter Profile Image: Anjila B.
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Anjila B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

About: I was lucky enough to adopt and take care of an adult shitzu for 6 years from when I was only 5 years old and have always loved animals. I adopted a cat after my dogs passing and was lucky enough to have him for 12 years and provided him a healthy and happy life until he was 19 years old ! After his passing last summer, I’ve been taking care of both the dogs and cats of several neighbors, family, and friends! I love animals more than anything and love playing with and taking care of them any chance I can. I am a college student at CWRU and have a class or two per day. I come straight back to my apartment after and can make more than enough time to care for your pets! I am entirely available on the weekends :) please message me if you want a more specific breakdown of my schedule Due to my own experience in previously having a cat and dog for several years and taking care of my loved ones pets as well, I know how to manage and take care of pets and stick to my clients feeding, walking, playing, etc. schedules for their pets! I love taking dogs to parks, on long walks, etc., and would love to help out in any way I can!

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Michelle F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

About: I’m a stay at home mom with too many years experience caring for dogs and puppies to count! Our home is a dog’s dream vacation. We have a friendly dog who loves company, two small kids who adore playing with pups, and a spacious fenced in yard perfect for romping around. Your dog won’t just be looked after—they’ll be part of our family while you’re away. I am a stay at home mom of two elementary school kids , so my schedule is pretty flexible and gives me time to show your sweet pups all the attention and love they need. I have a spacious fenced in yard where your pups can run around and play in. It’s my goal to make your dog feel as loved and safe as they do at home.

Sitter Profile Image: Courtney F.
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Courtney F.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
15 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

About: I have either owned or taken care of dogs since I was very young. I began dog sitting around 10 years ago. I can come to your home or do in home visits. I have taken care of dogs of all sizes from Cane Corsos to Bassett Hounds and many more. I currently work remotely and am home during the day. That gives me a lot of extra time especially to care for my animals as well as others. I have a separate room for cats to stay in that has a screen door. They can see out but not get out as well as my cats can see in but not get in. I also have a "privacy gate" so they cannot see eachother.

Sitter Profile Image: Diane B.
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Diane B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
11 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

Diane was great and really took care of my dog Timber on his walk. She was very communicative and I felt very comfortable and knew I had nothing to worry about while I was at work - Thank You!

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Leah B.
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$20
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2 years of experience
Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922

About: I am a local college student available to care for your furry “baby”; providing love and care as you would while away.  I have experience caring for range of pet ages understanding the needs of younger pets (exercise, stimulation) as well as older pets (mobility, meds, etc.).  Either way I take my time and exercise patience in getting your dog comfortable and happy with me caring for them.  My goal is to be their “stand in pet parent” and care and love for them as they way you do.   I believe to do that it is important to gain trust and confidence with meeting beforehand if that works for you.  I hope to make your pet feel comfortable so that their stay or care with me will be an enjoyable one for them, and a reassuring one for you. I am a college student - where I work my schedule to be available for your pet’s needs. I have taken care of my dog of 15 years and understand being available with the different needs of a young puppy to a more older dog. I will provide attentive, loving care by following their routine, giving plenty of affection, exercise, and patience, while creating a calm, safe, and loving environment.

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Mike W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
12 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Plainfield, NJ, 07062

Mike has been very reliable and responsive, and Maya seems to really take to him easily. Will definitely have Maya walking with him regularly!

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Christine B.
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$22
per walk
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Journal Square, Kenilworth, NJ, 07033

About: My name is Christine and I've been working in pet care- dog walking, pet/house sitting and even dog grooming for 5+ years. I worked as a dog washer at In and Out Grooming in Garwood and am an avid dog walker. I've been a dog owner, and find pet care to be the most fulfilling job I've ever had. I love all breeds, and though I am small in stature I love walking big dogs! I can provide nail clippings and also don't mind doing some general house cleaning if I were to do house sitting and home visits. I have a very flexible schedule, outside of pet care I am pursuing a career in theater. Extremely flexible schedule! I have free daytime hours, while working on a theater schedule. Great for daytime walks and drop ins. Weekends available, don't hesitate to request! I have house sitting experience to keep your pets company while you're away! I've worked with many breeds and personalities of pet in the place they are most comfortable, happy to just spend time with them and adapt to their routines. I also don't mind doing some general house cleaning if I were to do house sitting and home visits.

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Elizabeth T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
142 reviews
84 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Elizabeth was reliable and friendly, responded quickly to the short notice request.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Five-star service! Zharah is honest, dependable, and truly meticulous. She goes above and beyond to make sure my pup is happy and well-exercised. I wouldn't trust anyone else. Always on time," "Consistent," "Flexible with my schedule” So grateful to have found Zharah! Her patience and compassion are unmatched.

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Lena G.
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Vanessa has been amazing with my dog. She’s always on time, super communicative, and you can tell she truly loves animals the moment she meets them. She’s friendly, warm, and my pup absolutely adores her. I really appreciate the care and attention she puts into every visit. I’d recommend Vanessa to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pet.

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Amanda C.
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Elaine is always the best with our Burty boy. He looks forward to her visits and she takes excellent care of him.

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Lauren C.
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Thank you again Nicole for coming out and starting our New Year with an AMAZING walk for our 2 yr Old Samoyed. You braved the fridges conditions with our Siberian Sled So and he was so happy with your company on his extended 2.5 mile walk! Thank you and Sawyer looks forward to his next adventure with you!

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Lou B.
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Rose took care of our dogs like they are her own. She was on time, responsive, and overall very kind! Highly recommend!!

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Audrey N.
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We needed a walker last minute and so glad we found Armin! He is communicative, punctual, and kind. He was immediately great with my Husky mix and has now become my go-to when we need a dog walker. He is very flexible, responds quickly, and provides detailed updates for every walk. Highly recommend!

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Alexa M.
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Rose is a great dog walker! Rose quickly started to understand Hudson's needs and habits and helped him enjoy his walks; regardless of whether he wanted a speed walk or a sniff walk. We are so happy we found Rose!

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Max P.
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I’m still very happy with how Saint loves his daily walks from his friend Alex. Always well cared for and loved. Thanks Alex!!!

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Cassie P.
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Fatima was a great walker! She was flexible and on time. Will continue to request walks from her in the future.

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Janice K.
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4.0 out of 5 stars

Our dog Beau was well cared for while we were away. Trish frequently communicates and spent extra time cuddling with Beau.

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Bridget P.
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Scotch Plains on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $23 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 15,056 dog walkers in Scotch Plains. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 87% of Scotch Plains dog walkers respond in under an hour.

Dog walkers in Scotch Plains have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Scotch Plains.

You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:

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There are 15,056 dog walkers in Scotch Plains on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Scotch Plains, 87% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.

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