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 February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in New York, NY
Hi! I'm a 27-year-old full time data scientist working remotely while living in New York City. Starting in high school, when I wasn't hitting the books I would accompany my mother, a live in aid, at the homes of her elderly patients. I forged deep bonds with her clients by spending quality time with them: I love listening to...
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over five years of experience caring for children under 6 but open to all ages. I have a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families. I'm creative, friendly, and fun, and I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Ariana A.
New York, NY
$16-28/hr
Within the past few years, I've gathered meaningful experiences in children's education and tutoring. I'm excited to offer my services in tutoring violin.
From 2022 to 2024, I interned at Lincoln Center's Middle School Audition Bootcamp, preparing students for arts high school auditions. I taught music theory, history, and...
Ariel M.
New York, NY
$30-45/hr
I've always had a passion to learn as well as teach. I took all the honors and AP classes in high school. This theme continued when I got to university as I made Dean's List, joined Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, and took additional honors classes, even ones that were not required for my degree just for the sake of learning. The...
It has extensive information about my many services
** I Will Always Do My Best To Work With Your Budget**
I am a tutor and award-winning writer (Prose Fellowship- NJ State Arts Council for YA fiction), more. I have over 15 years of child care and tutoring experience:. with Special Needs...
Eleni L.
New York, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I started babysitting when I was about 15 years old, as I always enjoyed working with kids. While I pursued my Bachelors degree in Community and Human Services from SUNY Empire State College, I took multiple courses relating to child development. Recently, I obtained a certification in Training in Infection Control, which is...
Eleni can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Eleni was amazing with my 4 year old daughter. She is patient and engaging and really took my shy kid right out of her shell. I couldn't recommend her enough."
Care member
Houleymatou K.
New York, NY
$12-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With two years of experience as a childcare provider and a background in early childhood education, I'm well-equipped to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and imagination,...
Molly B.
New York, NY
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi - My name is Molly and I'm currently a recent graduate from NAU. I am a young newlywed looking for an exciting location change. I am offering child care services at the time of your need.
I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 14 years old. My...
Molly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jenniosis F.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Top 3 child care skills.
1~ COMMUNICATION with the children and parents ! Firmly believe that it takes a village and how effective can that statement be if we don't have one of the key components.
2~ Constantly attentive with children while also allowing them to learn while tending to their needs.
3~ Always maintaining things...
Jenniosis can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently, I am a student at George Washington university studying Communication and Business management. As a seasoned child caregiver with 7 years of experience, I've nurtured children spanning from infancy to 13 years old. My approach centers on fostering learning through art, reading, exploration, and play, tailoring...
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I am offering child care, pet care, and tutoring services. I graduated with a B. S. in Human Development from Cornell University this past May. I recently moved to the Upper East Side and am working a few part time jobs as I search for something full-time. I have worked with children my entire life -- I taught ballet and...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Alicia W.
New York, NY
$16-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Educator, Nanny, & Babysitter Available Weekdays & Weekends, With 6 Years Of Experience!
I'm very knowledgeable about the early years of childhood development, as I've had the opportunity of developing intriguing differentiated activities to prevent summer memory lose for elementary and high school level students. I thoroughly enjoy creating varied and stimulated activities that promote opportunities of learning,...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey :) My name is Ayana and I'm 28 years old. I've been working with children for over 13 years. I'm currently offering educational (in person or virtual) support to students and families that are struggling with their school's virtual education curriculum. I have 5 years of Early childhood experience: 4 of those years include,...
Ayana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.7
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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shadai and I'm a COVID vaccinated sitter, friend to the environment, and native New Yorker. I like to use imaginative play as a means to explore our world and create new ones.
I attended NYU, and there I developed a love of creative writing and team building. I also have experience working in a middle school and high...
Shadai can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Shadai was sweet and down to earth when we hired her to baby sit our 3 kids for our time in New York. We had a little bit of mix up about the times but that was soon sorted out. She came with a pleasant attitude and made sure the kids were well looked after. She...
Olu K.
Kiara B.
New York, NY
$22-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I am Kiara and I am a Theatrical Stage Manager (and at-home gardener). I offer childcare, pet care, and household services. I understand the value of joy and gentle care and strive to bring it to everyone I work for.
I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked in the NYS Private and Public daycare and preschool system...
Kiara can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Jesse W.
New York, NY
$42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Active, Engaging Full-Time Nanny With Child Development Expertise Available To Start ASAP!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nanny with over 10 years of experience working with children (from infants to adolescents) providing direct childcare, psychotherapy and tutoring/teaching services. I recently graduated with a Master's Degree in Psychology with a focus on the Promotion of Healthy Family Environments. I would love to develop a new...
Jesse can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jesse is kind, understanding, a fair but firm disciplinarian, and approaches stressful situations with calmness and reason. She prepared healthy but delicious meals for the entire family. As an added bonus, she tutored my sons, resulting in a dramatic improvement...
Robin W.
As a certified nursing assistant, my passion lies in caring for those in need of my service. With over one year and a half of taking care of my dementia grandfather I have discovered that my skills and personality make me an ideal care provider. Iam patient, , calm and very understanding and I have a knack for making my...
Mbenovandu can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Aisha C.
New York, NY
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive. My previous babysitting roles highlighted my natural ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives.
I believe in open communication...
Aisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Hi there!
My name is Nicole, I'm 23 years old, and I'm offering my services as a personal assistant to help with household cleaning, running daily errands, and organizing events.
I bring a diverse range of experience to the table. In my home country, I worked as an office assistant for a large company and as an event...
Nicole can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
Hi Parents!
My name is Ana and I am a recent law school graduate/new lawyer looking for part time babysitting work in the evenings and on weekends.
I grew up in soho and attended school in the West Village/Chelsea before getting my undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland and then received my Juris Doctorate from...
Anastasia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in New York, NY
Eleni L.
5.0
Eleni was amazing with my 4 year old daughter. She is patient and engaging and really took my shy kid right out of her shell. I couldn't recommend her enough.
- Care member
Shadai P.
5.0
Shadai was fantastic with our kids! We were in New York for a week and Shadai helped look after our toddler (sometimes our 6 month old infant). Our kids loved her. After Shadai's first day our toddler was already looking forward to spending more time with her! Every morning he would eagerly ask "Is...
- Njideka A.
Jesse W.
5.0
Jesse cared for my children several years ago from the time they were 2 and 5 to the time they turned 5 and 8 years old. She's practically become an extended member of the family and I can highly recommend her to any family in need of a sitter, tutor, personal assistant, cook, or really anything you...
- G R.
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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 $23.01 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 177 reviews of the 775 listed therapy dogs.