Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Newtown Square, PA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Newtown Square, PA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Newtown Square, PA
Hello! My name is Jackie, and I am a dedicated occupational therapy student with a heart for nurturing little ones. With 7 years of experience in childcare and a background in occupational therapy, I bring a unique blend of expertise and warmth to every babysitting session.
About me:
I am pursuing my doctorate at the...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Scottie and I am a 20-year-old sophomore at Boston College studying Political Science and Journalism. I typically live in Boston, however, I am living at home until the beginning of February 2021. I was born and raised in Villanova and attended the Episcopal Academy for 14 years, graduating in 2019. I am in...
Winfield can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Scottie is amazing! She is very responsible, energetic, helpful, and best of all, communicative. She has been an amazing support system for our family (we have 2 girls - 3yo and 11mo) and always went above and beyond whenever she had a free moment (laundry, dog...
Caroline C.
I have spent 4 years as a classroom assistant in NJ teaching kids with sensitive medical needs, emergency protocols and speech/physical therapy sessions. After moving to Pa I spent two years in a public elementary school guiding kids with mental health issues and learning disabilities. I come from a large family of cousins,...
Jessie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alison C.
Newtown Square, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered Nurse With Several Years Experience , Available Part Time , Flexible
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Registered Nurse with experience in Medical Surgical , Critical Care , Geriatrics , and orthopedics , I maintain a current Pa RN license , and work part time in home care . I am available to assist with activities of daily living , and have hospital on floor experience as well as office experience - I am offering a new service ,...
Alison can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, personal care
Hi my name is Karen I live in Newtown Square, I worked for a cleaning service for a few years but have mostly been in the corporate world for the last few years. I am reliable , honest , I currently take care of my mother so looking for something that could be flexible but I can do errands shop I enjoy helping people I have many...
Alondra F.
Newtown Square, PA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am an undergraduate pre-med deans list student at Bucknell University. In high school I attended the Baldwin School were I served as field hockey captain, Model UN head, and started a non-profit organization delivering school supplies to underprivileged all-girls schools in Peru! I have 7 years of experience babysitting young...
Alondra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi Friends :) ! My name is Amanda and I have a full time job at Children's Hospital as a Systems Analyst. I work from home and I am getting back into dog walking/sitting to get out. I have several years experience. My mom owns a dog grooming salon in Ridley Park (Puppy Kutz) and my aunt owns one in Norwoood (Poochies Dog...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking
5.0
"Amanda is amazing! I have two cats (one with special medical needs) and occasionally travel for business. My cats warmed up to her right away! She is accommodating, flexible, and truly loves animals. I would recommend Amanda's services to everyone!
Thank you,...
Vanessa T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(20)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest in my profile. I have been pet sitting for over 20 years Being a pet owner myself, I know how important it is to have someone who is trustworthy and reliable when I have to be away. I have many excellent references from customers past and present. I am available for all pet needs Two of my dogs have...
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Patty is very responsive, reliable and so nice! I’ve felt very comfortable having her take care of my cats while I’ve been away and plan on continuing to use her in the future!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margaret has been working with our family supporting our young adult son who has Cerebral Palsy. Our experience with Margaret has shown her to be caring, thoughtful, reliable and responsible. She proactively looks for ways to improve our son's daily care and his...
Chris H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Adrienne. I am a 45-year-old lifelong animal lover and owner of King, Sammy, Parker and Zoey! Two horses and two cats! I live in the Newlin township area of West Chester and am available within a 5 mile radius for Horse Care and all other animal care. I would like to stay within this small range to ensure...
Adrienne can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"Adrienne is extremely reliable, very friendly, and GREAT with our energetic puppy. We are beyond pleased with Adrienne and give the highest recommendations! Adrienne offers advice and gives updates about our dog, Lucy. She even sends an occasional picture of Lucy...
Michelle T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**Provided after-school childcare for over 10 years.
**Driving services available for pick up and drop offs to play dates/ extracurricular activities.
**I love being a positive influence around children.
Theresa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Theresa to look after my four-year-old daughter while I went on a business trip. I have been on care.com for almost 3 years now, and never have I ever met a more personable and reliable sitter than her! She goes above and beyond what you ask of her. She is...
Gwendolyn B.
4.2
(8)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
With a great love for children, I have over 20 years of child care experience and I am a professional artist with a Masters degree in Art Therapy. I've cared for male and female children, ages 1 1/2 to 11, for several years in each family, since I have lived in the area. I find that children inspire me creatively and I inspire...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I thought she was great for the kids. They asked when. She'd be coming back!"
Brian F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Linda babysat for our 7 month old so we could have a night out with friends and she was wonderful! She was engaging and playful with our son and easily adjusted to his nighttime routine. We would love to have her sit for us again!"
Julia T.
Alyssa K.
Ardmore, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa and I am a 25-year-old physical therapy student. I have 13 years of experience helping families as an after-school helper, a babysitter, a petsitter, and a summer nanny. I also have experience teaching dance classes to children aged 2-13. I can help with housekeeping and running errands. I look forward to...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyssa was great with my my two kids for the couple summers that she watched them while they were in elementary school. She would drive them to their activities, hang out at the pool with them, arrange other “field trips,” and took care of all their needs. She...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Keenya (pronounced keen-ya). I have 16 years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Although I have worked in various settings, my specialty is Geriatrics. In addition to the services listed on my profile, I can administer insulin/other medications (oral, PEG tube), monitor vital signs, and perform...
Keenya can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"She is very intelligent. She holds herself to very high standards. She has an excellent work ethic. She is an innovative problem solver. She is a team player. She is efficient."
Bryan S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Excellent 5 star reviews! Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. As well as Certified End of Life Doula. I am extremely reliable. I am a very gentle/compassionate caregiver. I pride myself at treating my clients as if they were my own family member. I will go above and beyond the call of duty for every client and family that...
Elaina can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"We are very grateful to Elaina for giving our elderly mother excellent care. She is kind, patient and capable. She understands our mother's health problems and is a calming, reassuring presence. We appreciate that Elaina is responsive to our messages and...
Patricia P.
5.0
(30)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Detailed oriented focused professional with over 30 years experience. My Reputation stands on my reviews and references. Need a break from the weekly routine of cleaning? I offer weekly, bi weekly, monthly services. Whatever suits your needs. How about a loved one who is struggling with the daily physical activities of living?...
Lori can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"We just hired Lori to help clean and cook for my elderly parents. Today was her first day and she deep cleaned all of the bathrooms and started to clean the kitchen! Boy is she efficient! She has great attention to detail and the bathrooms are sparkling clean....
Abigail S.
Brenda W.
Darby, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
- I have a passion for helping others and will care for your loved one just like my own.
- I was employee of month 2017 and 2018 and on VIP list of Top Notch Caregivers.
- I have experience with bathing, incontinence, feeding, medication management; mobility, ambulation, fall-risks, clients with Alzheimer's/dementia, transfers,...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Brenda helped me at a very serious time in my life when my mother was gravely ill. She helped to bathe my mother, feed my mother drove, my mother and become company for my mother.
Because of Brenda, I was able to have somewhat a decent quality of life as the...
Jacqui C.
5.0
(1)
Getting older and watching those around us age or experience the curveballs that life throws us isn't easy some days, some more than others.
From volunteering in a senior living facility at a young age, to my professional career helping design those spaces, my own personal experience with the journey and loss of each of my...
Katelynn can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Katelynn is extremely kind and caring. She shares her positive spirit and glowing personality with everyone around her both people and pets."
Alexandra B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Newtown Square, PA
Winfield C.
5.0
Scottie is amazing! She is very responsible, energetic, helpful, and best of all, communicative. She has been an amazing support system for our family (we have 2 girls - 3yo and 11mo) and always went above and beyond whenever she had a free moment (laundry, dog walking, dishes, cleaning, etc.). Our...
- Caroline C.
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda is amazing! I have two cats (one with special medical needs) and occasionally travel for business. My cats warmed up to her right away! She is accommodating, flexible, and truly loves animals. I would recommend Amanda's services to everyone!
Thank you, Amanda! :)
- Vanessa T.
Margaret R.
5.0
We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!
- Care member
Patricia H.
5.0
Patty is very responsive, reliable and so nice! I’ve felt very comfortable having her take care of my cats while I’ve been away and plan on continuing to use her in the future!
- Care member
Margaret R.
5.0
Margot is a lovely person to have in our home. She is reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy and takes wonderful care of our daughter.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newtown Square, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Newtown Square, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Newtown Square, PA, 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 Newtown Square, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Newtown Square, PA is $19.00 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 Newtown Square, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Newtown Square, PA. 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 Newtown Square, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Newtown Square, PA, 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 Newtown Square, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Newtown Square, PA, 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.