Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in New York, NY
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in New York, NY and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in New York, NY that you’ll love
777 therapy dogs are listed in New York, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in New York, NY
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone! My name is Epiphany and I am a college graduate recently completed my second Masters degree. I finished nursing school in August 2023 and I am a new graduate registered nurse (RN) training to work in critical care.
Through my part-time volunteer and paid experiences in high school and college, I have had 4 years...
Epiphany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare enthusiast! I've been in Child Care Service for over 10 years as a full time nanny and early childhood teacher, with extensive experience with ages premie newborn to 12 years old. I am a loving, patient and energetic care giver. I love the personal side of being a nanny. It allows me one on one...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Jasmine to your family. Last year before moving to AZ, she was a part-time nanny for my two son's & was phenomenal. She started with my family when my youngest son was two months old and the oldest 6 yrs old. She has played a deeply profound role...
Vanessa T.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a multi lingual nanny who has worked with children ranging in age 4 to 12 .
In my last position I was responsible for pick up/drop at school, chaperone to and from afterschool activities , helped with homework, and doctors visits., arranged play dates and trips to the museums, outdoors activities and sports. A friendly &...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Alex has been a great helper for my family, always reliable and lovely to be around. I trust her with my children and my home 100%. She has been working with us for quite a few years, with a regular weekly schedules for some stretches, or just occasionally as...
Giovanna D.
Hello! I'm Amanda and I'm excited to provide reliable and nurturing childcare services for your family.
With over 3 years of childcare experience, I offer a wealth of knowledge in creating safe and supportive environments for children. My background includes working on an inpatient PEDS floor where I've cared for children with...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Darby! I'm a Penn State graduate & have extensive childcare experience that spans over several years. I started my childcare journey at age 10, looking after my younger cousins and siblings. At times, I was responsible for supervising more than 5 children simultaneously. Since then, I have consistently provided...
Darby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am a patient and inquisitive graduate student with more than 7 years experience tutoring across a wide variety of disciplines including math, science, computer science, history, literacy, and ESL. I have experience with exam preparation for SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GED, and GRE. In pursuit of my various interests I have developed...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a gentle, compassionate, RIE-practicing nanny who adds a grounded and patient presence to a family's dynamic, providing intentional and intuitive caregiving, home-management and PA services w. grace and professionalism. I have worked w. kids since I was young - I co-parented my two younger siblings, who are 10 years...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Erika and I am offering my services as an arts tutor. My undergraduate degree was in Fine Arts and my graduate in Education. I am certified to teach in multiple states, including New York. I have eight years of full time experience in education, with ages PreK-12. I have taught elementary, middle school, and high school...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm a nanny and traveling professional potty trainer. I used to be a nanny here in the city (pre-COVID), but currently I've been working on short-term programs geared towards helping children with autism transition from diapers/pull-ups to the potty.
I am currently in between jobs visiting my mother for the holidays and...
Chantel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Good day my name is Maxine and I have been working with kids since 1999. I began my journey working with the special needs population since 2001. I have been working at Wagon Road camp for over 18 years providing respite care services for families in need of a break from the city life. We provide support and assistance to kids...
5.0
"My daughter loves Maxine. As a teen, my daughter has difficulty sustaining positive interactions with others. However, she experiences Ms. C as fun and easy to talk to about a range of topics. Engaging teens, especially neuro atypical teens can be very difficult,...
Carla B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a former Student-Athlete with ample experience in working with children. I attended the University of Minnesota for undergrad. My major was Youth Studies in the School of Social Work. During that time, I volunteered at The Boys and Girls Club (ages 5-18). I was also involved in the Maroon & Gold program, offering...
Isaiah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
A little about me.
I grew up in Upstate New York. As a teen I babysat often and worked summers at a camp teaching kids how to ride horses and play in the woods. As I got older I worked in restaurant settings but always maintained a caregiver role. I worked two years as an activity aid in a nursing home while also babysitting...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Mikayla P.
New York, NY
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Mikayla. I'm a 18-year-old student and looking for fun summer (maybe expanding into the fall if the timing is right) gigs as a babysitter/nanny! I'm offering mainly childcare services.
I've been praised many times by people I meet for my kindness and maturity despite my age. I am very sweet and patient with...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Kristen, and I am thrilled to extend my care services to your household. As a middle child in a family of 5 kids, my caretaking abilities began at a young age supervising my younger siblings. At 24 years old, with over a decade of babysitting experience, including caring for newborns and children of all...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Casey K.
New York, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a Bates College graduate originally from Cape Elizabeth, ME living in NYC working in Public Relations. I've been babysitting since I was in middle school and comfortable caring with kids of all ages from new born to teens. While in college, I served as a Community Outreach Fellow where I oversaw and planned...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
My name is Lea, and I would love to be a support system for your family! I specialize in teaching emotional regulation skills to toddlers and neurodiverse children, but I have experience with infants to pre-teens. I have a Bachelor in Theater Arts, I love animals, outdoor recreation and creative play.
I'm originally from...
Lea can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Marina and I am a 23-year-old graduate of Berklee NYC's Songwriting and Production master's degree. I am looking for sitting jobs with kiddos that love to have fun! I began babysitting in my hometown of San Antonio, TX and continued throughout my time in college at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I worked...
Marina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nailah G.
New York, NY
$9-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am Nailah G. And I Am A 18 Year Old Student From Los Angeles.
I'd describe my personality as friendly, creative, and loyal.
I like working with kids because they're all very interesting in their own way and you can both teach them and learn from them.
I'm looking for a job that allows me support both the parents and the child but they also support me as far as flexibility, hopefully...
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & 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.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in New York, NY
Jasmine O.
5.0
Jasmine has been an incredibly important part of our family for five years. She is looking for another position as our family sadly no longer needs full time care, and any family would be lucky to work with her! Jasmine is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver who takes the time to listen to...
- Care member
Alexandra B.
5.0
Alex is a wonderful person who really cares about your child. She is punctual, dependable, goodhearted, Kind and now a good friend of mine. She is a very responsible person and I fully trust Alex with my son. She has been living in Manhattan for a long time so she knows all the neighborhoods.
As...
- Nisha S.
Maxine C.
5.0
My daughter loves Maxine. As a teen, my daughter has difficulty sustaining positive interactions with others. However, she experiences Ms. C as fun and easy to talk to about a range of topics. Engaging teens, especially neuro atypical teens can be very difficult, but Ms. C knows how to distract...
- Carla B.
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 $22.52 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 204 reviews of the 777 listed therapy dogs.