East Rutherford, NJ

Dog walking in East Rutherford

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Unable to take your dog on a walk today? Dog walkers through Wag! are available to care for your pup whenever you’re not. Every dog walker has passed an enhanced background check. Get photos and updates on where your dog poops and pees while you follow along via GPS in the app.

Thank you for being our walk hero, even on such a cold day!!

Caitlin C.

Christopher was on it!! A great walker, very communicative and mindful of our dog and home. Thank you so much! Christopher!!

Kathy L.

Thanks for feeding khushi!!!

Reema G.

Kerri did a great job with my boys. She showed up on time and took them on a nice walk around the neighborhood.

Jeff L.

Esther was amazing! She was kind, punctual, and so gentle with Benjamin Franklin. She followed all instructions perfectly and made me feel completely at ease, especially since this was a last-minute booking. Benji was happy, calm, and well cared for when I got back, which says everything. I really appreciated her communication and care, she s someone you can truly trust with your fur baby. I d absolutely book with Esther again and highly recommend her!

Tiauna C.

Luna had a great walk

Sarah G.

Kaitlyn was a great walker! She was very patient with me when I forgot to give her the lockbox code so sorry. Highly recommend.

Reema G.

Thank you so much!

Lauren F.

Thank you for the detailed report card and great care for the pups!!! I appreciate you and your husband being able to walk them together!!! You re the best!

Courtney F.

Eli was on time and very communicative leading up to the walk. Omar sometimes takes a minute to warm up to male walkers but he ran right out to Eli and was very relaxed. Great walker overall!

Shannon M.

Why book dog walker in East Rutherford

Busy Pet Parents sometimes need a hand when it comes to ensuring their pup is getting the potty breaks and exercise they need. That's where Wag! comes in! Local East Rutherford, NJ dog walkers are background checked and registered on the Wag! platform, ready to take your dog on an adventure when you need them. Your dog can make a friend in the neighborhood, and you can re-book with the same dog walker easily in the app. East Rutherford, NJ has "pawlenty" of parks and neighborhoods that your dog is itching to explore!

The best dog friendly neighborhoods
in East Rutherford

Hackensack

Hackensack is home to the majority of East Rutherford's parks, making this the go-to spot for a tail-wagging dog walk. There are a couple of small playgrounds that you can stroll around, such as the Garden Spot Playground, but if your pup would like a longer walk, head to the Riggin Memorial Field. This park is home to several sports facilities and a larger playground, as well as a walking path that will take you and Fido around the park's highlights. If the two of you are feeling hungry afterwards, the dog-friendly Mr Bruno's Pizza and Beyond serves up high quality Italian cuisine, with several Sicilian specialties.

Rutherford Borough Center

Less than a mile from East Rutherford is the Borough Center of Rutherford, where there is even more dog-friendly fun to be had. If you and your pup love history, Lincoln Park is the place to go, as you will find several historic monuments here, including a cannon from the Spanish-American War and a 9/11 memorial. The park is also home to sports facilities, picnic areas, and a winding walking path, but be sure to keep your pooch on a lead. If the two of you would like a bite to eat afterwards, Matera's On Park serves up classic American fare, while the Mambo Tea House specializes in Cuban cuisine alongside Asian teas, and both welcome dogs.

Franklin Ave/ Chestnut St

Less than five miles from East Rutherford lies the Nutley neighborhood of Franklin Ave/ Chestnut St, where you will find a couple of pawsome parks that your pooch will love. The 10 acre Kingsland Park is extremely picturesque, thanks to its cascading waterfalls. There is a paved path running through the park that will show you and Fido the park's various sports facilities, playgrounds, picnic areas and more. Memorial Park is another popular spot, with over 13 acres featuring a playground, a large pond and a scenic walking track. If you are feeling hungry, the Chestnut Café and Eatery allows dogs to dine with their owners on their pretty garden patio.

Allwood Rd/ Dwasline Rd

Just a ten minute drive from East Rutherford will take you to the Clifton neighborhood of Allwood Rd/ Dwasline Rd, which is home to a couple of picturesque parks. Sperling Park is quite small, but features sports fields and a walking path, while Latteri Park is slightly larger, with spacious grassy areas, a playground and a few sports facilities. After all of that walking, head on over to the dog-friendly Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza for a bite to eat, where all pizzas are cooked in a 800 degree coal-burning oven. For dessert, CUPS Frozen Yogurt is right next door and serves up some truly unique rotating specials.

Chateau Gardens

The Secaucus neighborhood of Chateau Gardens is less than five miles from East Rutherford, and the parks that you will find here make the journey worthwhile. Schmidts Woods Park is a beautiful, wooded park, with sports facilities, picnic areas and a playground, as well as several short nature trails. The three acre, environmentally preserved, Mill Creek Point Park is also popular, especially for fishing, canoeing and bird-watching. There are a couple of trails that you and your pooch can follow in this park, but be sure to keep your dog on a lead, as this area is home to a large amount of wildlife.