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60 therapy dogs are listed in East Rutherford, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
What others are saying about therapy dogs in East Rutherford, NJ
Nicole is incredibly reliable, honest and genuinely cares about the kids she watches. She’s been with us for 3 years and she treats my boys…
Review for Nicole N. by Care member
Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands.
Review for Ariel S. by tahai A.
Casandra is absolutely amazing!! She is responsible, professional, and responsive. She looks after my puppy like one of her own -…
Review for Casandra S. by Care member
Therapy dogs in East Rutherford, NJ
Animal lover looking to assist anyone who needs an extra hand caring for their furry friends. Happy to provide pet sitting in your home and pet walking services.
Maya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I discovered my love for children when I began work at my local YMCA. There, I began as an instructor for toddler sports classes, as well as a birthday party attendant. To add, I sometimes worked in the gym's childcare service, where I realized I wanted to do more. Thus, I took on a semester of education courses including child...
Dekyi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Nicole N.
East Rutherford, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(27)
Hired by 37 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nicole - please PM with any questions.
Currently (Jan 2025), I am available for all services listed below on weekends & occasional evenings. (no weekday daytime. Beginning July 2025, I will also have available Monday and Friday 7:30AM-3 p.m. In September 2025, I will additionally have Tuesdays open as well....
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole is incredibly reliable, honest and genuinely cares about the kids she watches. She’s been with us for 3 years and she treats my boys like her own kids. She is very flexible and is willing to do activities, park- whatever to make it fun for them! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of my mini doxie Suzie from the time she was a puppy until now. She is about to turn 16. I've nursed her through chemo therapy and surgeries. She continues to have a zest for long walks and what ever food she can get her paws on. My Tabby cat Tiger made it to 14. He had a lot of medical needs in his final...
Ariel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands. "
tahai A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started pet sitting and walking dogs about 15 years ago. I love being able to care for pets in the many ways that I do. I've been a veterinary technician for 13 years and I have pets of my own. Providing a comfortable space for the pets I care for is a priority to me.
I have experience in doggy day care and technician...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Anyone with an insulin dependent pet that requires daily injections knows, leaving your baby and his medication in someone else's hands is anxiety provoking. Casandra made it exceptionally easy, even on short notice. She provided wonderful care, not only for our...
Jill H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I offer pet sitting services in Downtown Jersey City in your own home where he/she is most comfortable! I offer dog walking, overnight care and drop in visits. I always send a progress report via text or email each time I visit with pictures/videos so you are at peace your babies are being well cared for. I'm comfortable...
Janeanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Janeanne pig-sat my two guinea pigs on multiple occasions. They are getting old and require medicine administration and a lot of TLC. Not only did Janeanne care for them very well but she also gave me routine updates. I am moving away from Jersey City and am very...
Brittany D.
Katarina V.
Rochelle Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an English mastiff and he is my best friend. My name is Katarina and I have always been an animal person. All my life I have cat, dogs and fish. I can not imagine life without them. I understand very well how important is the caring touch in terrified time of storm for dogs or absence of love one. They have a special...
Katarina can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking & more
5.0
"My husband and I hired Katarina to care for my husband's emotional support dog for two evenings while we attended a wedding. He's been with my husband for about a year, and this was the first time anyone besides family was going to take care of him for us. Needless...
Harmony G.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
B. S. Animal Science, UConn
12 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
Experienced in the medical care of all animal species including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals.
Providing services such as:
- Feedings and Day Visits
- Overnight Care
- Nursing Care
- Medicine Administration
- Wound Dressing
- Special...
Helen can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Helen is amazing. Very polite and easy to get along with. Odin and Luna love her and I love seeing her daily notes from her midday visits! I'm so happy to have found Helen and would highly recommend her."
Tina R.
5.0
(2)
My name is Julie I am a mother and have experienced with children. I am experienced in childcare. I have a few years of experience in the school system. I am a certified substitute teacher and a paraprofessional. I am also experienced in behavioral children as I am experienced with children of special education. I am also a...
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"During the years when my mother was sick Julie A. was a great companion and caregiver. Always caring and loving and had empathy for my mom. She took my mother out to places when she felt good. She took her to her Doctor appointments and to the hospital to get chemo...
Maria A.
Jennifer M.
Newark, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jennifer. I'm a college graduate planning on returning to school for a Masters in Art Therapy. I have years of experience with childcare, senior care and housekeeping. I am patient, upbeat and reliable. I also have excellent references!
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Jennifer provided in-home hospice (end of life) care to my Mother-in-law in September of 2016. My MIL liked her a lot and Jen was always willing to do anything to ensure her comfort. During the screening process, although she was not as experienced as some of the...
Peter C.
Irene L.
New York, NY
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Services Offered:
1. General House Cleaning
2. Deep Cleaning
3. Move-in/Move-out Cleaning
4. Office Cleaning
5. Apartment Cleaning
6. Airbnb Cleaning
7. Organization and Decluttering
Well organized house cleaner with over 7 years of experience cleaning private residences and hotels.
Strong work ethic.
Familiar with proper uses...
Irene can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Irene was great! She came on time and did an awesome job. We have a 2bedroom 2,5 bath and a Siberian husky so dog hair everywhere. I highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily! I aim to provide loving and reliable care for your animals to ensure your pets get the attention they need while you are away. Meanwhile, you get the peace of mind knowing your pet is safe and in good hands. I started my pet care journey in 2015 pet sitting and doing daily walks. I truly enjoy spending my...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Emily is great with our dog, super reliable and flexible which is important for us with our crazy schedules. She is also a wonderful babysitter, our daughter loves when she sits- they have so much fun and we know Emily takes great care of her. I highly recommend...
Michael K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love the children. I am a good person, friendly and a collaborator. I have a lot of patience. I am a physical therapist in my country Colombia but I worked as physical therapy aide in this country, and I like helping people!
Nurys can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a delightful experience with Nurys and her daughter. We came to town for a wedding, not knowing anyone in the area, and needed a sitter for our six-year-old. Nurys understood the situation and made a boring hotel room interesting and fun for our daughter....
Care member
Taitem T.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided childcare services for over 10 years now. My experiences include: babysitting, full-time nannying, providing speech therapy services, and preschool teaching. I graduated from San Diego State University with my Bachelor of Arts in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences in 2021. I continued my education and...
Taitem can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Tatum was the full-time nanny for our baby boy and we could not have asked for a better fit for our family. When my husband and I both went back to work we were nervous to have someone into our home to care for our little guy, but upon meeting Tatum, I knew I had...
Kellie B.
Alexis N.
New York, NY
$17-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Alexis and I currently live in Upper West Manhattan as I study Dance at the American Musical and Dramatics Academy. I am a long time owner of three cats, and many fish! I have walked multiple dogs growing up free of charge, but now would love to market it as a service.
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(3)
10+ years of experience w/ seniors both in-home care and in facilities. I have strong references, am extremely compassionate, upbeat, patient, kind, very engaged, trustworthy, and reliable.
I am trained in personal care, physical therapy assistance, bathing, feeding, transporting, and have been contracted through hospice.
I...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Beyond dependable, caring, loving, treats family members like their her own, respectful, doesn't overstep, but is extremely assertive and on top of her game. Chrissy is a gem and anyone would be lucky to spend time with her and have her care for their family...
Heather Z.
Rosa M.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience in senior care. I can help with Transportation Services, medication, bed bath and hospice patients. I also have experience in wound care and prevention.
Rosa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I cannot speak highly enough about Rosa, the home health care worker who has provided care for my elderly mother. From the very first day, Rosa has demonstrated an exceptional level of compassion, professionalism, and expertise. She is not only highly skilled but...
Care member
Eman M.
Jersey City, NJ
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi this is Emma!!! I used to work as a housekeeper for 13 years now if you are looking for good service with good prices hit me a message anytime.
Visit Emma classy cleaning service website for more information
Eman can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Emma is a gem! Super pleasant and sweet! Great work ethic! Very glad we found her!"
David A.
Yohnni A.
New York, NY
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience, In the care of patients who need all kinds of help, to make them feel good. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management.
Empathetic, proactive, positive. I am a well-educated, well-mannered and principled person.
Yohnni can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
5.0
"Johnny went above and beyond what we asked of him...we were so thrilled with his care. My father's face lit up when Johnny arrived. I would strongly recommend him."
Daniel H.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I'm a professional Nanny with many years of experience. I'm interested in a full time position for a long term employment. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Education, a PhD in Family Therapy, and have many years of experience as a teacher, principal of a school and family therapist at my country. I also am certified by the ICT...
Saturnina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I wholeheartedly recommend Saturnina as a nanny. She was a fantastic part of our son A.'s life from 10 months old until we moved. Saturnina excelled at introducing solids, expertly navigating the transition with ease. She made sure A.'s days were full of adventure,...
Jasmine A.
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in East Rutherford, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in East Rutherford, NJ, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in East Rutherford, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in East Rutherford, NJ is $20.00 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in East Rutherford, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in East Rutherford, NJ. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in East Rutherford, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in East Rutherford, NJ, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.
What can a therapy dog near me in East Rutherford, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in East Rutherford, NJ, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.
Ratings for East Rutherford, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in East Rutherford, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.