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60 therapy dogs are listed in Kearny, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Kearny, NJ
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: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training
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
(1)
Dog mom and dog lover with four years of dog walking and caretaking experience. I offer: Dog walking, dog sitting and boarding services Excited to meet and care for your furry friend!
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had 6 dogs in my entire life and I have been caring for dogs more than half my life now I truly love it. If could go back I would of been a veterinarian I would work for free however, I have felt this calling to care for those who don't have a voice. I took care of my dog mara for over a year where I administered insulin...
Arlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Berenice M.
West Orange, NJ
$25-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Berenice. I have 5 years of taking care of cats and dogs. I have a 2-year-old pitbull of own. I love being around animals and feel like they bring so much joy to us. They are so loving and caring. I am a very dependent, responsible, and naturing person. The services I provide are walking , feeding, petsitting...
Berenice can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I will call her again when needed"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Experienced and reliable senior care focused on daily needs including cooking, cleaning, transportation and supplementing therapy. With six years of experience in full-time and end-of-life care, plus a natural care-taking personality, I have developed the patience required for clients in their difficult years. Bringing forth a...
Carmen can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"one of the most caring and loving persons I have ever known She becomes a God sent person"
Hans P.
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: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Great service! Very punctual and our house is perfectly cleaned!"
Ana A.
Noel L.
Jersey City, NJ
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver With CPR And First Aid Certifications. Proficient In Caring Elderly
5.0
(3)
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: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, home modification, hospice services & 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 1 family in your neighborhood
Assisting children and adults with daily life skills. Transporting children and adults to scheduled appointments. Maintaining household duties and responsibilities. Administering medications as needed. Working with different agencies such as DYFS, DDD & other referrals. Assisting clients at their places of employment. Work with...
5.0
"Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and appeared to enjoy her presence as well. Thank you for your...
Sara K.
Emily F.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very creative, clean, tidy, artistic being who believes in a happy and well organized home.
I knit, vacuuming and yoga are my therapies. DIY's are my second job. I'm good-trust me.
Emily can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning & more
5.0
"Emily came in to help us with some organization projects. She has a keen eye for detail and was not at all put off by our mess. She transformed our living room and pantry into an organized oasis so that I can finally relax and find the things I need. She was also...
Raha D.
5.0
(1)
Greeting! I've always had a love for dogs since I was child and I grew up with a few pets as well. From a hamster, turtles to cats and dogs. I have a small trained dog now so I know what it takes to care for a pet. I worked part time at a doggy daycare and looking for more job opportunities revolving animals. I hope I can be of...
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I can tell she really likes what she does and enjoys pets."
Care member
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.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sarah and I'm 22. I'm in my second year of nursing school. I have worked as a full time nanny for the last 5 years. I am CPR/first aid certified, water safety certified and I have over 100+ volunteer hours in K-3 classrooms. I am passionate about working with kids and helping them effectively reach their milestones. I...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah was amazing and helped me tremendously with my newborn. She was compassionate, attentive, and overall the perfect nanny. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A letter of recommendation and/or my resume will be shared upon request.
I am a student earning a degree in Secondary and Special Education. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting ages 1. 5-14. I have taught preschool for a year, in which I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns-5-year-olds. I...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is great. Very upbeat and engaged, patient with my very high- energy 8-year-old. Arrived on time, followed instructions, an overall pleasure to work with. And my son loved her. I recommend her without reservation. "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a family of 10 children and I am the second eldest. I grew up in a busy household and recognized early that I wanted to make a career out of working with children professionally. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in honors psychology and neuroscience taking courses in lifespan psychology and early child...
Ashley can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley is a hard working and reliable young lady. She gives of her time and talents to minister to others."
Leslie H.
Jamie S.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jamie, and I'm currently pursuing my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy at SUNY Downstate. Throughout my graduate program, I have taken a variety of pediatrics courses and am currently completing a clinical pediatric placement at a school for children with multiple disabilities. I also have work experience...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jamie is incredible with kids of all ages. She's caring, attentive, smart and has good instincts. I trust her experience and recommend her completely. "
Care member
Anny G.
Bayonne, NJ
$35-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"Anny is a very smart , caring , loving person ! She enjoys working with children of all ages . Anny is punctual and a very responsible person . You will love her as a caregiver !"
Geraldyn F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Olivia :) I am a graduate of Columbia University's Masters Occupational Therapy. I have extensive experience working with kids. I have been a part-time nanny for an infant, toddler, and young elementary aged kid, a live in nanny for a family (kids aged 8, 11, and 14), worked as a head counselor at an elite sleep...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is wonderful! She worked as an after school sitter a couple of days a week including school pick up. She was dependable and my kids and I adore her."
Star K.
5.0
(3)
Hi there! I'm a warm and patient 24-year-old artist and textile-maker living in Brooklyn. I graduated cum laude from NYU two years ago where I studied mental health with a focus on children. I am passionate about early childhood, and in another year or two, I plan to go back to school for my masters in art therapy. I am looking...
Rosalind can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Lindy as a caregiver! She is very loving, engaging, caring, trusting, and genuine person. She always was very engaged with our baby primarily focusing on development milestones. She is a strong communicator which is super important. Our baby...
Care member
Rosa C.
West New York, NJ
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Seasoned or daily dog walker and pet sitter services. Exceptional skills in relieving pet's anxiety and setting them at ease. I have experience with all breed. I walks several dogs each dogs , responding to each dog's individual needs. I developed long terms relationships with clients and bounded with their dogs through regular...
Rosa can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Rosa was wonderful with our 15 yr old pup she spoiled him to death. She sent us pictures during our trip and kept us informed of how great he was doing with her and her family. Yes I would hire her again and yes I would recommend her services. We are extremely...
Doris R.
Alexandria S.
Hackensack, NJ
$15-50/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexandria, I'm 21, and a junior at Rutgers University New Brunswick majoring in psychology. I am looking for part-time employment this summer and can work from June 1st to August 17th with some minor exceptions due to preplanned family events. I am able to provide services including babysitting, playing, driving...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexandria was good about communicating in advance of the sitting, was on time, and was great with my 2 year old - and that was at 6 in the morning! I'd absolutely hire her again! "
Elke H.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Kearny, NJ
Ariel S.
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.
Mia S.
5.0
Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog walker and dog sitter while Im away....
- Care member
Berenice M.
5.0
She was amazing and so welcoming. Always on time!!! She is the best. My dog loves her. We have been using her for a couple most now and have seen nothing but love and respect to my baby.
- Care member
Carmen K.
5.0
Carmen has been a blessing for our family. She has taken care of our Mom for over 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy and did everything she could to keep our Mother comfortable and happy through her final days.
- Care member
Irene L.
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
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Kearny, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Kearny, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Kearny, 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 Kearny, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Kearny, NJ is $22.40 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 Kearny, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Kearny, 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 Kearny, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Kearny, 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 Kearny, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Kearny, 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 Kearny, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Kearny, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.