Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Kearny, NJ
Founded in 2017, The Kearny Dog Walker was established to address the growing need for reliable, compassionate pet care in Kearny, Harrison, Newark, and surrounding areas. With over two decades of personal experience caring for animals and a decade of professional expertise in the jewelry industry, our founder recognized the importance of balancing busy lifestyles with pets' well-being. Our team of bonded, insured professionals prioritizes safety, mental stimulation, and physical exercise for pets while providing peace of mind for owners. We utilize GPS-tracked walks and time-stamped reports to ensure transparency, offering services ranging from daily walks to overnight care. Our partnership with Pet Sitters Associates underscores our commitment to industry standards, while our personalized approach ensures each pet receives individualized attention.We treat every animal as our own, focusing on creating joyful experiences that enhance their quality of life. Our community-focused model extends beyond pet care through affiliated services like Kearny Klean, helping clients reclaim valuable time. Through consistent routines and detailed communication, we aim to reduce pet stress and strengthen the human-animal bond. Our comprehensive offerings include transportation services, boarding in a cage-free environment, and collaborations with trusted local groomers and veterinary providers. With flexible scheduling and a proven track record of client satisfaction, we continue to build a reputation as a dependable partner in pet wellness.
Services
Dog Walking
Cat Sitting
Overnight Care
Pet Transportation
Boarding Services
Grooming Referrals
Veterinary Transport
Home Visits
Pet Taxi
Key Management
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer GPS-tracked, time-stamped pet visits for complete transparency
- Our team members are fully bonded and insured through Pet Sitters Associates
- 20+ years of combined animal care experience across our professional staff
- Customized routines developed through detailed initial consultations
- Emergency veterinary partnership ensures pet safety during after-hours care
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters Associates
What people say
Kindest sweetest dog walker
Loves her
Highly recommended
Great with dogs
Rescue pup success
Services
Dog Walking
Daily walks provide essential physical activity and mental stimulation through environmental exploration. Our structured routes include behavioral assessments to match each dog's energy level and temperament. GPS tracking ensures accountability while time-stamped reports document every visit with photographic evidence of completed activities.
Overnight Care
In-home companionship maintains pets' routines during owner absences. Services include feeding, medication administration, play sessions, and basic home security tasks. This option reduces stress compared to kenneling while maintaining familiar surroundings for better animal well-being.
Pet Transportation
Professional transport services for veterinary visits, grooming appointments, or social engagements. Our staff accompanies pets throughout appointments then returns them home safely, eliminating owner scheduling conflicts while ensuring secure, stress-free travel for animals.
Boarding Services
Cage-free boarding in a dedicated apartment space with continuous play opportunities. Includes personalized feeding schedules, outdoor access in secured yards, and individualized attention. Complimentary weekday transportation simplifies drop-off and pickup for working clients.
Cat Sitting
Specialized in-home care for cats maintains their comfort through routine preservation. Services include feeding, litter maintenance, play sessions, and environmental enrichment. Time-stamped visits ensure medication adherence and provide owners with detailed updates on their cat's daily activities and behavior patterns.
People
Erin Ferrier
Owner and Founder
With 20+ years of animal care experience and a decade in the jewelry industry, Erin established The Kearny Dog Walker in 2017. She combines business expertise with genuine compassion to create personalized pet care solutions while maintaining strict safety standards.
Questions
Why should I use The Kearny Dog Walker?
We provide essential mental stimulation and physical exercise for pets while giving owners peace of mind through GPS-tracked visits and detailed reporting.
Is my pet safe with your service?
Yes, all staff are bonded and insured through Pet Sitters Associates, with extensive experience handling various temperaments and safety protocols.
How do you document completed visits?
Every visit includes GPS tracking with time-stamped report cards containing photos and detailed activity summaries emailed directly to clients.
What's included in overnight care?
Overnight services include evening and morning walks, feeding per routine, medication administration, playtime, and basic home maintenance tasks.
What are your cancellation policies?
Same-day cancellations (excluding weather emergencies) incur a $10 fee to cover scheduling adjustments and resource allocation.
