Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in New York, NY
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Find therapy dogs in New York, NY that you’ll love
775 therapy dogs are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in New York, NY
Eliza M.
New York, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Eliza I'm 21 years old and have been babysitting/dog-sitting for the past 6 years. I started babysitting when I was 16 and first got my license. I've been responsible for childcare for children from 18 months - 14 years old. I've always loved working with kids, it started at my dance studio when I first started as...
Eliza can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience caring for cats, dogs, fish, and hamsters. However, I'm open to other animals as well! I have a small dog and used to own hamsters. I'm happy to give walks, play, and provide other services.
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Summerjoi F.
New York, NY
$17-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog sitter. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming... I learned grooming through 2 internships I did in high school at a grooming service on the upper west side as well as my internship at The Wild Bird Fund.
Summerjoi can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Scarle F.
New York, NY
$17-19/hr
Provided exceptional pet care services including dog walking, pet feeding, and
playtime activities resulting in improved physical and mental well-being of pets.
Walked dogs for clients, ensuring their safety and exercise needs were met
Fed and provided fresh water to pets according to their dietary requirements
Madeline N.
New York, NY
$17-21/hr
Passionate pet lover with a lifetime of experience caring for my two dogs. I've volunteered in pet care and offered dog walking services, ensuring every pup gets the love and attention they deserve. Ready to give your furry friend the best care and fun they can have!
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking
Providing service with heart.
Hi, I started my career in the general field of "Home services" 3 years ago as a Pet sitter and ABA therapist for children on the spectrum. As I worked closely with families, they entrusted me to pet sit on occasions as well as dog walk, assist with basic home care services. I have managed 3-4...
Misha can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Ninette B.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr
As a dedicated animal caretaker with two cats of my own, I offer reliable and compassionate pet care services, whether you need a daily dog walker or pet sitter.
Ninette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Growing up, I cared for our many pets including birds, fish, lizards, hermit crabs, dogs, and cats. For 10 years I also volunteered at a local stables for public horseback riding and therapeutic horseback riding for people and children with disabilities. While in college, I trained dogs for a small business in town where I also...
Rosa can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
I have had dogs my entire life, and have been providing dog walking and sitting services for over 15 years. I have experience administering medication, working with any kind of food whether you just use kibble or do any kind of fresh or raw diet, and will happily take your dog on long walks if that is what they require!
Allie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am an Art Therapy graduate student at Pratt Institute with nearly 10 years of childcare experience. Before going back to school I worked as a full-time nanny for a family in Brooklyn who I remain close to. I traveled internationally many times with this family starting when their daughter was only 8 months old....
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire was my regular babysitter two summers in a row! She is dependable and so generous with her time. My daughters absolutely adored her, and they loved when she picked them up from school. Claire would play a variety of games with them, showed them gymnastics...
Caddie L.
Brynn H.
New York, NY
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have lifelong experience with animals! I have had cats, dogs, guinea pigs, tortoises, horses, fish, etc my whole life. I currently live with my kitty Murray. My family runs a dog sitting service and I am well versed in interacting with different animals!
Brynn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Kayla S.
New York, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced And Trained Dog Sitter/Walker, Animal Lover Open To Caring For All Pets
I am an animal lover, with lots of experience dog boarding, dog sitting, or dog walking. I currently work with a pet care services and have been certified and trained through both organizations before being hired. I can provide walks, take your pup to the park, and/or provide dog sitting in your own home! While my experience is...
Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Malona H.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello there. My name is May and I am a excellent pet caregiver. I can take care of both cats and bogs. I must say that I am more experienced with cats because I have been a cat owner since I was 6 but I do know how to take care of dogs. I have a lot of compassion and patience with animals and I'm very excited to meet your 4 leg...
Malona can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
Christine R.
New York, NY
$30-34/hr
I am a huge animal lover, being a dog and cat mom myself, and I would love to offer my services to anyone looking for pet care, including pet sitting, walking, and feeding.
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
Emily P.
New York, NY
$22-30/hr
I provide dog walking services, dog sitting at your home, park visits, and light grooming such as baths and brushing. I've been caring for dogs for a little over 3 years now. I also love and care for cats the same way. All animals get treated equally and with love :) ! I also have reference that I can provide.
I have owned 4+...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
I'm a certified pet groomer in NYC.
I've worked in pet salons and I do home services such as pet grooming, pet sitting and dog walking.
Josias can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! My Name is Destre and I'm a reliable honors college student in NYC. I've been sitting, walking, and exercising dogs for 7 years, the past 3 in NY. I love all animals, and have experience with dogs, cats, and basic fish. References and other services available upon request!
Destre can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Zoe B.
New York, NY
$16-21/hr
Ill provide dog and cat sitting services in your home! Ive cared for three pets in my lifetime and have provided medication for two. All I ask is that the animal is 25lb or less.
Meleny G.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a pet care provider based in NYC with two dogs of my own, so I truly understand how much love and attention pets need. For the past two years, I've been helping my neighbors by walking their dogs and providing reliable dog and cat sitting services. I'd love to expand my care to other areas and treat your pets as if they...
Meleny can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
Rashell M.
New York, NY
$22-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Rashell M, I Would Love To Give Your A Nice Time
I believe that every dog deserves compensation and attention care, and I am committed to providing the highest level of service to both the dog and the you as a owner. This is also a way for me to earn extra money while I'm doing things that I enjoy.
Rashell can also help with: Pet walking
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in New York, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in New York, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in New York, NY, 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 New York, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in New York, NY is $23.29 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 New York, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in New York, NY. 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 New York, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in New York, NY, 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 New York, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in New York, NY, 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 New York, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in New York, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 171 reviews of the 775 listed therapy dogs.