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60 therapy dogs are listed in Paterson, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Paterson, NJ
Hello Families!
I am a passionate and experienced nanny with over 14 years of dedicated service working with children ranging from infants to 15-year-olds. My journey in childcare has taken me through various settings including private homes, daycares, schools, and summer camps. I hold an impressive educational background with...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
4.2
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a BA in Psychology. I have worked with children for 10 years in education, sports and In-home child services. I am CPR, first aid and concussion certified. I'm willing to handle all things baby and home! I have recently moved to NJ from CA. Given my recent relocation, I am hoping to start a position within 2 weeks. I have...
Ondraya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved Ondraya and can not wait to hire her again. She watched our two boys (5&7) and our two dogs. 4-11pm. She was on time with her own transportation. She was very nice and played board games and video games with the boys the whole time. Our boys can be a lot...
Colleen S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of my mini doxie Suzie from the time she was a puppy until now. She is about to turn 16. I've nursed her through chemo therapy and surgeries. She continues to have a zest for long walks and what ever food she can get her paws on. My Tabby cat Tiger made it to 14. He had a lot of medical needs in his final...
Ariel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands. "
tahai A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had 6 dogs in my entire life and I have been caring for dogs more than half my life now I truly love it. If could go back I would of been a veterinarian I would work for free however, I have felt this calling to care for those who don't have a voice. I took care of my dog mara for over a year where I administered insulin...
Arlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Melissa C.
Bloomfield, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Melissa and I have been an animal lover my entire life. I provide pet sitting and care services IN YOUR HOME! My goal is to provide peace of mind to pet parents and a caring and fun experience for your pet(s) while you are away for work, vacation or a hobby. I am an excellent alternative to boarding, your pet(s)...
Melissa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We hired Melissa for dog walking help when our son was a few months old and we needed help taking our dog out in the afternoons. She was always so easy to work with, always on time, polite and friendly. It was evident she loves dogs and our dog loved her. We...
David S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a friendly, responsible, animal lover. I've lived with cats all my life, fostered a tiny orphaned kitten, and have pet sat for both cats and dogs. I can provide stellar references upon request. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss my services!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Sara H.
Haledon, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in the field of Occupational Therapy for 20 years. I transitioned a year ago to home health services assisting adults and their families with activities of daily living. I've worked with individuals and as a live in with progressive diagnoses, those with limited physical abilities as well as those recovering from...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara ."
Joanne P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...
Nancy B.
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
Celia M.
Carlstadt, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 20 years' experience working in private homes providing housekeeping services as well as a home health aide. I'm seeking an opportunity in housekeeping services. I have experience in high end buildings which include assisting in private events and philanthropic gatherings as well as liaison with outside vendors. I'm an...
Celia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cecila is a very hard worker. She gives 100% to everything she does. She's extremely punctual and an asset to anyone who she works for."
Liz L.
5.0
(2)
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his needs but who sit with him and hold his hand She truly...
Alayne G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a single, responsible individual that will love to provide care for children. As a mother myself, I understand how important is to rely and trust on someone with the care of your child. I like to engage with children of all ages and have a good interaction with them so they feel comfortable and expand their skills.
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Cristina helped me with getting my kids ready in the morning and dropping them off to school. She also did some light housekeeping which was not asked of her yet greatly appreciated. She was very attentive and caring to my kids, as well as patient. She was...
Elise C.
5.0
(1)
Hi there!
I am 22 years old currently entering my senior year at Kean University, I am studying Marketing with a minor in Computer Science. I have cared for children ever since I was 15, I started volunteering at my local church to care for children during service and ever since then I enjoyed spending time with kids! I mostly...
Marcy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Marcy to do occasional babysitting. My 10 year old daughter loves her. She is great with activities, playing games with her and following the schedule. I only wished she had her own transportation so she could help me more."
Sadiq M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a full-time pet sitter who is reliable, detail-oriented, and funny. I have been providing professional pet care services for dogs and cats for the past 8 years. I am available for both short-notice and regularly scheduled walks. Should you require overnight visits, I am also available to provide care for your pet in your...
Kristy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kristy has been walking our dog for several years now and is great. She is dependable and takes great care of him. We also use her to visit when the family is on vacation so that our dog can stay comfortably in his home. She is very detail oriented and provides...
Roger L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent grad from the University of Pittsburgh for my Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. I am in New Jersey for a few weeks before moving for work mid August. I am looking to babysit while home! I have clinical experience working in pediatric hospitals and schools, as well as childcare in general!
I have childcare...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melanie was wonderful with my son. She was very intentional during her time with him. He really enjoyed her and was always happy when she would arrive. I felt very comfortable with her being with him! I would recommend her!"
Kerri A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, knowledgeable, trustworthy
I've been in the veterinary field for 12 years. I have pets of my own and I know how important they are to me. I enjoy providing a comfortable environment for my pets and their owners.
I'm looking for a job that I am able to help out owners and create a...
5.0
"Anyone with an insulin dependent pet that requires daily injections knows, leaving your baby and his medication in someone else's hands is anxiety provoking. Casandra made it exceptionally easy, even on short notice. She provided wonderful care, not only for our...
Jill H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nurys and I have been an active care giver for 10 plus years. I can be described as a compassionate and understanding person. I pride myself in my job and perform it with the upmost responsibility. Taking care of others is truly a calling of mine as I love to spend quality time with others engaging in everyday...
Nurys can also help with: Companionship, transportation, errands, light cleaning, personal care
5.0
"Had Nurys on several occasions and always satisfied with her!"
Care member
Irma M.
Rochelle Park, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
As a multilingual, I speak Russian, Georgian and English fluently.
I have worked in Childcare and Elderly care for over 14 years. My experience includes those of Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's and more.
With the expected rate of $20-25 hourly, I can bathe, feed, clean, change, walk and help perform light exercise ( if need...
Irma can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Irma was a wonderful caregiver to my mother who was living alone at home. With my mother’s slowing advancing age and concerning healthcare issues she needed an experienced and professional caregiver to be with her during the daytime. Irma’s terrific attentiveness...
Care member
Wei N.
Westwood, NJ
$30-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in childcare and genuinely enjoy taking care of children. I am well-versed in current children's interests and trends, thanks to my exposure and interactions with them. Additionally, having a 21-year-old son who attends Rutgers University gives me further insight into the needs and preferences of...
5.0
"I highly recommend Wei. I hired Wei for 3 hours in the morning, 4 days a week to get my toddler fed, dressed and dropped off at daycare. She took care of these things very well and as a bonus she also taught my child some mandarin during this time. My child was...
Richard L.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, my name is Angelica. I have a lot of experience in this industry. My objective is to make you and your family delighted with how clean and sparkling the house is. If you want assistance, please let me know. Simply leave a message. I'll be there to assist you.
Thank you! I'll see you shortly.
Best wishes, Angelica
Angelica can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Angelica and friend were punctual and did a wonderful job 1st time cleaning. The first time it is more of a deep cleaning but its worth it!
House smells amazing!!!
Thanks Angelica!!"
Linda Hugh E.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Paterson, NJ
Ondraya E.
5.0
Ondraya was my nanny for my 2 sons ages 2 & 5 and we had a nanny shared with a 6 mo old. Ondraya was so sweet with my boys. Taught them better manners, how To dress themselves and listen to rules. She had all 3 of them together all the time and somehow that baby slept with my loud boys In our tiny...
- Taylor G.
Ariel S.
5.0
Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands.
- tahai A.
Melissa C.
5.0
We hired Melissa for dog walking help when our son was a few months old and we needed help taking our dog out in the afternoons. She was always so easy to work with, always on time, polite and friendly. It was evident she loves dogs and our dog loved her. We trusted her in our home when we weren't...
- David S.
Sara H.
5.0
Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara .
- Joanne P.
Adriana M.
5.0
Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is kept spotless. My Mother's final...
- Nancy B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Paterson, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Paterson, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Paterson, NJ is $22.14 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 Paterson, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Paterson, NJ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.