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60 therapy dogs are listed in Elizabeth, NJ
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Elizabeth, NJ
Hello!
I'm Guernslye. I hold an MBA in Health Services Administration and a BBA in Marketing. I'm CPR & First Aid certified.
I have also completed extensive coursework toward a Master's in Nursing with a focus on pediatrics and child development, gaining significant knowledge in child health, safety, and well-being. Combined...
Guernslye can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Claudia and I'm 24 years old. I have 6+ years of paid experience, I've taken care of kids from newborn to 14 years old. I'm very patient and loving, I'm comfortable with taking care of pets, meal prep, and dropping off and picking up from activities. I love play time and I'm good with arts and crafts. I did community...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was so sweet and the kids loved her - 18mo & 3yrs. She was attentive to them, changed diapers, gave them snacks and lunch, took them in the backyard and handled nap time like a pro! I will definitely hire her again"
Jennifer J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
ABOUT ME:
I AM FULLY VACCINATED.
Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021)
I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic woman.
I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental needs & age of the...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and...
Melissa R.
Flahinara N.
Elizabeth, NJ
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
L Am Careful And Attentive And L Always Do My Best To Make My Customers Satisfied And Happy
Hello my name is Nara, l have been working in cleaning for 6 years. My goal is to leave you and your Family Happy with an incredible, smelling clean. I offer an excellent quality service and good price. I have lots of references if you need them! Call me if you need a free quote. We will be happy to take care of your home!
Flahinara can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(2)
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding.
I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....
5.0
"Lauren is great for watching the kids! She’s fun, gets right down next to the kids to play while making sure that they’re safe, happy and engaged. "
Care member
Olivia M.
Bloomfield, NJ
$22-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Olivia.
33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can.
Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"
Former Member A.
Bri A.
Staten Island, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started caring for seniors when I was taking care of my grandparents I knew I had a passion to help wanting to give them the best of quality of life that I possibly could and happiness.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my children. They are young adults in college so I try to spend as much time with them as I can....
Bri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Sabrina is punctual, knowledgeable, hardworking and caring. She is attentive and engages our father in conversation during her time with him while also giving him great care ."
Steven C.
Melissa C.
Bloomfield, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Melissa and I have been an animal lover my entire life. I provide pet sitting and care services IN YOUR HOME! My goal is to provide peace of mind to pet parents and a caring and fun experience for your pet(s) while you are away for work, vacation or a hobby. I am an excellent alternative to boarding, your pet(s)...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Melissa is wonderful - she is timely and available as needed. I already have a cat care provider, but needed some fill-in/back-ups and worked this out with Melissa. Melissa is great about scheduling and provides great care for my cats. She is very kind and your pet...
Katie A.
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley, and I'm looking for a part-time job while I am in my fieldwork for occupational therapy. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 and am in my 3rd year of graduate school. I have experience as a nanny, paraprofessional, and direct support professional in a group home. Please message me for my resume!
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver "
Becky N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...
Camelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as an excellent role model to my young child. My daughter always looked forward to her time with Cami and are...
Rubina S.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about senior care, Kind, Caring, Loving, Humble, Calm and happy positive, Empathetic. Furthermore, able to provide Physical, Emotional and psychological support to my clients. PT assist, with meal preparation, medication management, by mouth, diet exercise and give insulin, sugar monitor, Assist with bed...
Tahira can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"She listens well and has a genuine heart! Always going above and beyond.
Beautiful personality!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi , I am a caregiver with 15 consecutive years of experience in home care. I work with clients with severe/mild dementia and Alzheimer's over the years. I can professionally work with stroke, Parkinson's , bed-ridden, wheelchair bound patients. I can provide safe lifting, transferring , help with walking (including patients...
Giorgi can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, home modification, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Anyone lucky enough to find Giorgi available for care giving should hire him immediately. Over 3+ years, Giorgi filled the final years of my father's life with humor, grace, and intelligence. In the process he became very close with many members of our family and...
Eliot D.
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: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
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.
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.
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: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Emma is a gem! Super pleasant and sweet! Great work ethic! Very glad we found her!"
David A.
Patricia D.
Newark, NJ
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Patricia , I am Portuguese and I am offering my services as an organizer. Any space, such as cabinets, closets, playrooms, pantries, etc
My goal is to leave your house neat.
Services:
Organization
Thank you for you time
Best Regards
Patricia
Patricia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting
5.0
"Punctual, responsive and amazing at her job. Very easy to work with."
Pranil G.
Noel L.
Jersey City, NJ
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver With CPR And First Aid Certifications. Proficient In Caring Elderly
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Manage patient schedules and ensure all doctors appointments are kept. Perform light housekeeping duties and meal preparation. Administer medications following doctor& instructions. Help patients complete prescribed therapy and exercise routines. Remove safety hazards and report issue to management and / or family. Groomed and...
Noel can also help with: Home modification, respite care, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Noel Martin is reliable, caring, efficient and always ready to do whatever is needed if him. He has a mild manner and is a pleasure to have around. "
Silvia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a housekeeper for over 10 years. I am hardworking, responsible and trustworthy person. I will provide services for: Bathrooms cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bed changing, oven cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, laundry, pet cleanup and organization. I have a good references and my own car. Thank you...
Adriana can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
5.0
"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also...
Michelle M.
Jaqmeille M.
Staten Island, NY
$17-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Jackie and I am 25 years old. have been walking and sitting dogs for 8 years. I have a dog and cat or my own for 5 years. I also watch provide boarding services as well. I am patient, active, and love animals. I have my own transportation and I am a non smoker.
Jaqmeille can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Elizabeth, NJ
Claudia P.
5.0
I've hired Claudia to babysit my boys on two occasions. She is the best and my kids love her! Always arrives early and willing to stay late. She's very patient with the kids and friendly. No complaints at all!
- Lanai S.
Alison V.
5.0
Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and adventurous. The kids absolutely love her...
- Melissa R.
Lauren B.
5.0
Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my special needs dog who is very shy and only likes a few people.
- Care member
Olivia M.
5.0
Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper
- Former Member A.
Bri A.
5.0
Sabrina is punctual, knowledgeable, hardworking and caring. She is attentive and engages our father in conversation during her time with him while also giving him great care .
- Steven C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Elizabeth, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Elizabeth, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Elizabeth, NJ is $19.86 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 Elizabeth, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Elizabeth, NJ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.