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
778 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
Hey everyone! I'm Tati, and I'm excited to offer my babysitting and nannying services to families looking for a dedicated and energetic caregiver.
Over the past 8 years, I've babysat kids ranging from just a few months old to 10 years old. My experience also comes from growing up with younger siblings, which helped me learn...
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi There! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Elise, and I have over 10 years of childcare experience in a variety of fields as a nanny, babysitter, and camp counselor. In addition to my experience in childcare, I am a comedian and screenwriter who has written at Nickelodeon Animation and most recently worked in the...
Elise can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elise is extremely intelligent, caring, and talented. She is a young woman of great integrity that is far beyond her years. I have, and always will, entrust her with all my students of varied ages. I highly recommend her."
Ralph C.
Malia S.
New York, NY
$30-65/hr • 6 yrs exp
Private Tutor K-12: Columbia Graduate Specializing In Writing And College Application
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there,
My name is Malia, and I am a Columbia graduate with a psychology degree and years of experience in tutoring of all ages. I have also worked as a teaching assistant with K-12 special education students, where I provided intensive one-on-one help for students with various learning disabilities. I specialize in English,...
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...
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 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Christy C.
New York, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Christy, and I'm thrilled to offer my babysitting services to families seeking a reliable and experienced sitter. I'm 28, hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology, and am a certified Life Coach. I have over 13 years of experience caring for children of various ages, including infants under 1-year-old and children...
Christy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
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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 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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 3 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma S.
New York, NY
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Emma and I just graduated from the University of Arizona with a bachelors degree in Education! I am offering child care, pet care, and household services in NYC!
I have been babysitting and working with kids since I was 14, so I have over 8 years of experience. I have worked as an assistant teacher, tutor,...
My name is Lauren and I'm 33 years old. I was born with a physical disability called Cerebral Palsy Spastic Quadriplegia and I also have a speech impediment. Although, I have a physical disability I reached many goals. I achieved my bachelors and MBA. In my current role as a Paraprofessional for department of education. I...
Rachel T.
New York, NY
$38/hr • 7 yrs exp
***English, Humanities, & Test Prep Tutor*** Certified Teacher
I'm a certified English teacher (7-12) in New York and Massachusetts. I'm also an experienced producer, award-winning writer, and published author. I taught English in a variety of secondary schools and was a long-term substitute in Massachusetts teaching a range of subjects. I even taught a video production course at an...
My name is Chelsea and I would love to help you balance your everyday life!
I am a highly professional personal assistant with excellent communication skills and success in administrative roles such as virtual assistant, front desk associate, and receptionist for over 5 years. I am a self-starter who can quickly access the...
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Houssainatou. I got my bachelors degree in English and minor in education. I chose this major because I love children and have a passion for helping children learn and grow. I believe that every child has the potential to achieve greatness. I've had experience with my niece for 2 years and 7 years for children...
Houssainatou can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Houssainatou is the best caretaker that I've ever had. She took care of my babies like they were her own. I'm sad that she couldn't come with us when we moved."
Hasso Z.
In the past, I have been a family babysitter and a camp counselor. I was a counselor for 8-9-year-old girls and babysat for kids ages 2, 6, 8 and 10. I am comfortable taking care of children and I am willing to make sure that the children are safe and have a good time as well. I currently have my life-guarding license therefore...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Bryn, and I am currently a lead teacher at a private preschool in Manhattan. This will be my third year teaching there, and I will be teaching students between the ages of 2 and 3. 5 years old. I also have experience tutoring students, both in-person and virtually, between the ages of 3 and 8 years old.
I...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in New York, NY
Elise R.
5.0
Elise is extremely intelligent, caring, and talented. She is a young woman of great integrity that is far beyond her years. I have, and always will, entrust her with all my students of varied ages. I highly recommend her.
- Ralph C.
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.
Houssainatou D.
5.0
Houssainatou is the best caretaker that I've ever had. She took care of my babies like they were her own. I'm sad that she couldn't come with us when we moved.
- Hasso Z.
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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 $23.28 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 778 listed therapy dogs.