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60 therapy dogs are listed in Avenel, NJ
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Avenel, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hi,
In a couple of words I would like to share some few things that describe me. Am empathetic, compassionate, patient. dependable, and respectful.
I have over 10 years working experience in the care of disabled adults and children and the elderly. I owe my wonderful experience to my years serving individuals with...
Leah can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Leah came into our family and helped with my Mother who is suffering from dementia. She was patient and caring and showed experience in elder and cognitive disability care. She took the time to observe additional needs my Mom might need going forward and that meant...
Anika G.
5.0
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Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families, a NCS/Postpartum Doula with over 20 yrs of experience. My 2 yr old son and I are available for daytime or evening care, looking for a family in need of high quality, specialized care. I am very passionate about the work I do and the families I support. My services include specialized care for your child based on...
Charity can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Harmony is an extremely experienced, professional child caregiver. She is knowledgeable, highly skilled and confident in all aspects of early childhood care - play, reading, and development, feeding, and sleeping. She is responsive and adaptive to my baby, and my...
Sophie M.
5.0
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Hi my name is Rynasia, I'm very goal oriented and have a compassionate heart for others in need of care, assistance or help. I went to school for medical assistance, in school I overcame many certifications (EKG, Phlebotomy, medication administration, CPR) once I achieved those goals I continued to look deeper in the medical...
Rynasia can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Ry’nasia to work for me and it was a pleasure. She over did her job."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15, I took care of triplets and a 5-year-old. A few years later I was hired by a Hungarian family in New York City to help with their 3 children ages 2-8. I spoke to them in Hungarian, which was a huge plus for the parents, and I watched them in the evenings. Since then I have been a nanny for 3...
Agnes can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Agnes took wonderful care of our baby boy from ages five to nine months. She is very professional, experienced and responsible. She is always punctual and was always flexible if we asked her to stay a bit later at the last minute. She is experienced in all...
Evan B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there, I am a former NYC paraprofessional working all throughout DOE schools in five boroughs, specialized and district schools. I worked hands on with students in grade k-12th grade. My time working in the school was amazing and life changing I worked with students who had Down syndrome; Autism & ADHD. Now I have been...
Devina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Devina to watch our 4-month-old daughter while I was at work. Sometimes I work at an office and sometimes I am work from home. Devina was wonderful with our baby. Normally I am a micro-manager of our caretaker but with Devina I never worried once because...
Lea E.
I have had an animal my entire life until recently and unfortunately my school schedule is not ideal to bring a fur baby home right now. I have dog sat for my neighbors as well as lived in friends homes for a week to be with their dog for their wedding, I care for every animal as if it was my own, and often miss the brightness...
Micaela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am retired and have a personal assistant service which includes walking small and medium sized friendly well behaved dogs. My husband and I have an adorable 30 pound pittie mix. I live in Cranford.
I am very dependable, trustworthy, and flexible.
Barbara can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet walking
Selena H.
Staten Island, NY
$25-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I am Selena. A young married working mom, looking to make a few extra dollars. I love pets of kind, with years of experience dog walking and pet sitting both cats and dog house holds.
Being a mom and a private Chef, I am very comfortable with all childcare needs as well. Meal Prep for the whole family, Cleaning, Homework,...
Selena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Welcome, I specialize in creating blissful, therapy-clean spaces. My passion for cleanliness is reflected in every home, I believe that a clean home is the foundation of a happy life
Nubia can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Magdalena P.
Clark, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate, reliable, and creative recent graduate from Columbia University's Occupational Therapy program. I look forward to applying the skills I've gained from my education to provide quality care and support for your loved ones. I also have former experience with providing supervision at a residential facility for...
Im a animal lover, I used to rescue cats and dogs from the streets, take care of them and help finding a family and home! Experience with feeding, putting put fresh water, brushing pets, taking walks, cleaning boxes and also with giving medicine. Im a dog mom, I have to pits Mezcal and Prada (service dogs).
Nia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Roberta, I`m Brazilian and I love all kinds of animals, specially dogs and cats. I provide dog or cat sitter. My routine duties includes feeding, putting out fresh water, brushing pets, taking dogs on walks, cleaning litter boxes and a lots of play time. It can be any size or age. You won`t be disappointed, I will...
Roberta can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Michelle A.
Staten Island, NY
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked as a camp counselor for a summer. I worked as a physical therapy aide for many years with children with sports related injuries. I completed a semester of pediatric nursing.
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Phyllis F.
Cranford, NJ
$15-14/hr • 7 yrs exp
As A Baby Sitter I Also Care For Pets If The Family Needs This Service Feeding Walking
I walk the family dogs every afternoon while the family is away do the morning feeding bring to groomer
Phyllis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
Nicole N.
Newark, NJ
$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking for a professional cleaning position. Cleaning for clients for over 5 years. I set high standards for customer service and customer satisfaction.
Nicole can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, changing bed linens & more
My exceptional level of service is exactly what you need.
I am a fit, uplifting worker bee who really loves helping to make life a bit easier for any client, one task at a time.
Years of experience in general handyman work and all manner of hands on services.
Thank you
Jomarie C.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$14-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part Of The Joy Of Working With Animals Is Giving Them A Service That They Could Not Give Themselves
I'd describe my personality as a hard-working and driven individual who isn't afraid to face a challenge. I'm passionate about my work and I know how to get the job done. I would describe myself as an open and honest person who doesn't believe in misleading other people and tries to be fair in everything I do.
I like working...
Jomarie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I am a 28-year-old female who is currently enrolled at CSI for a masters in Occupational Therapy. I started babysitting for a family in 2014 for a 6-year-old child up until 2017 and from there became a paraprofessional for high school students in a program. I know how to communicate effectively with children and keep kids...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I work as a customer service manager so people are my life. I'm amazing with any situation provided to me and make sure that everyone ends their day better than it started!
Marc can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Molly F. I am a freshman at Drexel University studying Dance Movement Therapy. I love working and taking care of children. I have my own transportation. A little bit about me is that I volunteer at the HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy teaching them dance as a form of therapy and I've taught dance...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Avenel, NJ
Leah W.
5.0
Leah came into our family and helped with my Mother who is suffering from dementia. She was patient and caring and showed experience in elder and cognitive disability care. She took the time to observe additional needs my Mom might need going forward and that meant and helped me so much, being my...
- Anika G.
Charity W.
5.0
Harmony is an amazing Parent Coach. I initially saw her newborn care post online and immediately wanted to meet her. After interviewing her over the phone and looking at her professional website I knew she was the right person to help me and my family. I have a newborn son and a 3.5 yr old daughter....
- Emma T.
Rynasia C.
5.0
I hired Ry’nasia to work for me and it was a pleasure. She over did her job.
- Care member
Agnes K.
5.0
Agnes took care of our two daughters, 5 and 20 months, this spring. It was a very hectic time in our lives because we were between houses, and renting in a less-than-ideal situation. Agnes provided consistency and calm at a time our girls really needed it. They had fun doing the games she created...
- Jessica C.
Devina B.
5.0
We hired Devina to watch our 4-month-old daughter while I was at work. Sometimes I work at an office and sometimes I am work from home. Devina was wonderful with our baby. Normally I am a micro-manager of our caretaker but with Devina I never worried once because our daughter was so happy and well...
- Lea E.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Avenel, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Avenel, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Avenel, 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 Avenel, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Avenel, NJ is $18.33 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 Avenel, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Avenel, 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 Avenel, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Avenel, 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 Avenel, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Avenel, 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.