Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Newark, NJ
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Newark, NJ and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in Newark, NJ that you’ll love
102 therapy dogs are listed in Newark, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Newark, NJ
Temitope P.
Newark, NJ
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
"A dedicated senior care professional with 5 years of experience providing compassionate care in both home and assisted living settings. As a certified Home Health Aide and Patient Care Technician, I specialize in dementia care and companion services, bringing warmth and expertise to every client interaction. My comprehensive...
Temitope can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, personal care, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Lais G.
Newark, NJ
$16-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Work With Effort And Dedication To Deliver A Service Of Excellence And Impeccable Quality
I'd describe my personality as Efficient, fast and competent
I like caring for homes because é A job I do with love and care as if it were in my houseAnd whatever I wanted to be delivered to her
I'm looking for a job that Above my needs is that I can show the good professional that I am
I started housekeeping whenI arrived...
Lais can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
Naudelys R.
Newark, NJ
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Naudelys, I'm 31 Years Old. I'm A Cheerful, Responsible Woman, I Studied Law.
Adult Caregiver.
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver, with a passion for helping adults maintain their independence and quality of life. I like to provide personalized care and attentive to the individual needs of each person.
_Services:_
Personal care: bath, dress, food
Assistance with medications and...
Naudelys can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
Shadelee R.
Newark, NJ
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Shadélee, I've done child care/housekeeping for families in the process! I am a dedicated and detail-oriented housekeeper with 10 years of experience maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming environments in private homes and professional settings. I take pride in my work, ensuring that every space is spotless,...
Shadelee can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Yafrany G.
Newark, NJ
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For Amazing Childcare? Look No Further! (References Available)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Mommies, Daddies, & Awesome Families out there! My name is Frannie! I'm a 34-year-old teacher in Plainfield, NJ. I graduated with a master's degree in Spec. Ed. & K-6. I am bi-lingual, as well (English/Spanish).
I have 8+ years of experience with one family (3 children) and other occasional sitting and tutoring jobs....
Yafrany can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Cynthia G.
Newark, NJ
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Reliable House-Sitter For Peace Of Mind While You're Away
Hi! I'm Cynthia, a responsible and trustworthy house-sitter with years of experience. I understand how important it is to ensure your home remains secure, clean, and well-maintained when you're away. Whether you're going on vacation, working long hours, or need to be away for an extended period, I'm here to help!
I offer...
Cynthia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
Tashoi S.
Newark, NJ
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Tashoi, I am contented to submit my application for the position of elderly caregiver in response to your ads, along with my four years of experience in dealing with elders, I am certain in my ability to become a member of your team as a caregiver, during my education and experience I have gained strong skills in...
Tashoi can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...
5.0
"In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child. "
Audrey G.
4.5
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very talented and responsible Home Health Aide who is a very compassionate, patient, kind-hearted and loving person seeking to take care of the elderly and people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities. I have 11 years' experience in elder care and have cared for people with: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer,...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to support the entire family when a loved one needs additional support. We ended the relationship with Maggie only...
Care member
Kimona R.
Newark, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Take Care Of Seniors As If They Were My Parents They Deserve All The Love And Compassion There Is
I'm very passionate about my job. I treat my patients as if they were my parents. I have been doing health care for almost 10 years, I provide patients with the best care as possible, I assist with running errand's, providing personal services such as bathing, dressing, grooming meal preparations. I'm also experienced in using...
Kimona can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
4.4
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Shadélee here :) I would be honored to be your sitter. I personally LOVE children & I love being apart of their growth as amazing human beings. I grew up babysitting children all my life. Growing up in a huge family it is kind of inevitable. I later took a job in a summer camp working with kids from 5-10 years old, & I did...
Shadelee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shade was incredible with my little one! My 15mo old is in a phase where she is very wary of new people and she took to Shade almost immediately. She is so warm, upbeat, energetic and responsible. Absolutely will hire again and again."
Sharon W.
Betty A.
Newark, NJ
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am friendly, conscientious, cheerful, trustworthy and outgoing person who finds fulfillment in helping others. With experience caring for seniors from 2018 to 2023, I understand the importance of providing compassionate, organized, and clear communication to ensure their well-being. I treat every individual as if they were my...
Betty can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Amanda A.
Newark, NJ
$25-37/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been taking care of senior citizens for about 10 years and I have found it to be so fun and being able to just listen to them speak about there pasts and hear all the stories of there lives. I enjoy being able to spend time with them and making fun memories. Being able to make everyone smile and laugh has always been...
Amanda can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Maria O.
Newark, NJ
$19-24/hr
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've experience with Autism, Down Syndrome , Physical and Cerebral Palsy, Sign Language, Attention Deficit and enteral tube feeding.
Covid Vaccinated and C P R
I'm Maria, I'm 25 years old and I'm Brazilian.
NJ Driver License
I'm IQ, experience with children between 0 and 15 years
I was a volunteer in Peru, working with...
English, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese.
Covid Vaccinated and CPR
NY Driver License. Stronger driver +8 experience! I have my own car!
Brazilian Portuguese Nanny 26y
Experience:
-I was a volunteer in Peru, working with children with special needs through equine therapy and physical therapy.
-I took care of my 2 younger brothers...
Special needs, Newborn, Toddlers and Teenagers
Autism, Down Syndrome, Physical and Cerebral Palsy, Sign Language, Newborns, Toddlers, Attention Deficit and enteral tube feeding.
Covid Vaccinated and CPR
Teacher's Assistant and Nanny - United States 2021 - today
NY DL +8 experience and I've my own car!
I was a volunteer in Peru,...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello,
I hope you're doing well! My name is Larissa, and I am the owner of Antunes Cleaning Services, providing high-quality residential cleaning in Northern Jersey. With experience in deep cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning and maintenance services. I take pride in my work and always ensure spaces are left spotless and fresh.
Larissa can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
Krystal G.
Newark, NJ
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
I am a dedicated nanny and babysitter who also offers professional pet sitting services. As a dog owner myself, I understand the importance of compassionate care and attention for your beloved pets. My puppy is a cherished member of my family, and I extend the same love and care to every animal I look after.
I am...
Krystal can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Excellent Customer Service
Gentleness
Understand that your love ones means the world to you and should be treated as such.
Yecenia I.
Newark, NJ
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I'm Jessy! & I love animals. My services include walking/sitting. Let me care for your fur baby as you would.
Yecenia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Newark, NJ
Yafrany G.
5.0
In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child.
- Audrey G.
Margaret A.
5.0
Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to support the entire family when a loved one needs additional support. We ended the relationship with Maggie only because my loved one moved out of...
- Care member
Shadelee R.
5.0
She is absolutely amazing with all three of my kids, and they absolutely adore her. She is honest trustworthy and reliable. I have never trusted anyone with my children besides my family and now her. Would recommend 1000%
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newark, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Newark, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Newark, 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 Newark, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Newark, NJ is $21.91 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 Newark, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Newark, 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 Newark, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Newark, 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 Newark, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Newark, 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 Newark, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Newark, NJ are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 102 listed therapy dogs.