Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Union, NJ
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Union, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Union, NJ
Sara S.
Union, NJ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sara and I'm currently a first-year student at Connecticut College in New London, CT. Over breaks and when I'm back home in Union, NJ, I am offering services for child care, pet care, and tutoring.
I love working with kids and I have a great deal of experience in tutoring, teaching, and working as a summer...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jasmine and I'm a junior at a University. My major is sociology, with a concentration in social services. I love children and have worked with many in the past. I was a tutor for a 12-year-old, who had learning disabilities. The child wasn't doing the best in school, and with time and patience his grades improved...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...
Malka can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Absolute best care and attention was given to our baby by Malka who understood exactly how to communicate and connect with our baby which made the experience very comforting and delightsome"
Care member
I have over 7 years of experience, from various Live in to Live out caregiving positions. I also have over 15 years experience working in childcare, Live in and Live out from Au Pair to guidance counselor in the public school system. I am a Holistic practitioner and wellness coach as my profession with over 2 decades supporting...
Michelle can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands & more
Widnie F.
Union, NJ
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
My passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families led me to become a childcare provider with over a year of experience. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment for children. I am comfortable enforcing household rules and have excellent communication skills, ensuring...
Widnie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Erinma U.
Union, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with over 7 years of experience. My passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. I strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your little ones. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, making me an approachable caregiver for both...
Erinma can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Assistance with ADLs
Assistance with mobility
Grocery shopping and meal preparation
Housekeeping and cleaning services, including laundry
Transportation to doctor's appointments, social activities, and more
Companionship, social engagement, and cognitive stimulation
Medication management (but not...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Berenice M.
West Orange, NJ
$25-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Berenice. I have 5 years of taking care of cats and dogs. I have a 2-year-old pitbull of own. I love being around animals and feel like they bring so much joy to us. They are so loving and caring. I am a very dependent, responsible, and naturing person. The services I provide are walking , feeding, petsitting...
Berenice can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"I will call her again when needed"
Care member
Natasha T.
Edison, NJ
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a home caregiver for almost 5 years now but have been in the medical field for 14 years. I currently take care of a 80yr old female who had a stroke last year. I provide basic care and light housekeeping. I also provide assistance with transportation, errands, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, transportation, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Natasha responds quickly and worked around any environmental issues (people coming in and out and other activities happening in the house). She brought all of her own supplies and gave good advice as to how to maintain cleanliness and explains how she is cleaning...
Ali T.
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley, and I'm looking for a part-time job while I am in my fieldwork for occupational therapy. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 and am in my 3rd year of graduate school. I have experience as a nanny, paraprofessional, and direct support professional in a group home. Please message me for my resume!
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver "
Becky N.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to three granddaughters, and dog mom to our pitty mix. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I was too...
5.0
"Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her. "
Care member
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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, meal prep & 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.
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 walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
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
(2)
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding.
I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....
5.0
"Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my special needs dog who is very shy and only likes a few people."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving, out going, experienced childcare provider. I've been taking care of kids in the Montclair area (where I grew up) since I was 12 years old. My hobbies include playing sports, playing music, reading, and going to the park. I love to share my interest in these hobbies with the children I take care of.
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very nice, open and reliable. Great babysitter for our 3 kids!"
Natasha W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her"
Steven W.
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Karema. I have more than 15 years of Professional Experience in Environmental Services as a Housekeeper worker working in a Hospital. I've worked at University hospital in Newark NJ, In addition to that I've clean residential homes, private parties, events and offices and way much more!.. I can manage and...
Karema can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Rosalía, I'm Brazilian,
I'm a friendly, lovely , flexible person.
I like clean houses , I love my work.
I need complete my schedule. I need more jobs .
I stared in cleaning houses in 2003 .
In my spare time, I like to cleaning my house, and spend time with my childrens.
One thing you should know about me...
5.0
"Rosalia is THE BEST. Honest, hardworking, the epitome of the American Dream cause she earns it. And she does it because she is a good person and she likes helping others. All this is external of her cleaning skills which are meticulous. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!"
Lucy S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work with cleaning and organizing the house, maintaining the clean and organization of your entire home with professionalism, I prepare all types of food, I shop, I can do laundry and folding my pleasure to work the families I speak Portuguese English and Spanish I hope I can talk about it soon I work for many families I have...
Geni can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing
5.0
"Geni has been helping us with housekeeping and cleaning for almost 5 years. She’s very detail oriented and organized with her approach. She’s very friendly and warm, I trust her in my home without me. I am so happy she’s part of our life! "
Care member
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Union, NJ
Malka S.
4.0
Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was very personable and nice to be around in our home. At first our boy was clingy and upset to be left with someone new, but by the end of her time with...
- Care member
Berenice M.
5.0
She was amazing and so welcoming. Always on time!!! She is the best. My dog loves her. We have been using her for a couple most now and have seen nothing but love and respect to my baby.
- Care member
Natasha T.
5.0
Natasha responds quickly and worked around any environmental issues (people coming in and out and other activities happening in the house). She brought all of her own supplies and gave good advice as to how to maintain cleanliness and explains how she is cleaning and why she is or is not using...
- Ali T.
Ashley L.
5.0
Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver
- Becky N.
Sharifa F.
5.0
We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!
- Steven C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Union, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Union, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Union, NJ is $20.52 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 Union, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Union, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.