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60 therapy dogs are listed in Mount Arlington, NJ
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Mount Arlington, NJ
I have owned several types of animals, knowing how each type of animal differs in specific types of attention. I currently own a dog and a cat, but also have experience owning and/or caring for other dogs, cats, fish, chinchillas, horses, frogs, mice, guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits. I am an animal lover, and have a...
Emily can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Briana C.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Briana and I am 23 years old. I am a huge animal lover and have probably owned every animal possible from domestic to exotic! A majority of my time has more than likely been spent with animals than humans! I grew up with 3 beloved ferrets who I owned from 1st grade all the way through high school, we also had 2...
Briana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have owned and operated my own catering company. I also did event and meeting planning. I can offer party planning services, catering advice, cooking services, errand service, and organization skills. I am highly detail oriented.
Francine M.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My full time job since 1995 has been a stay at home mom raising my four boys. Now, my youngest is 20 years old. I've always enjoyed being around children and pets. I have a Holland lop bunny. I'm friendly, honest, and enjoy helping others and would be interested in child or pet care.
I'm also available to personal shop (food,...
Francine can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Fran is fantastic.
She used to care for our 3 children ranging from 6 to 11 and had a great relationship with them all. Having seen her with her own family I had no concerns my 3 would be in safe hands.
I still get told I can't make waffles and mac and...
Beth M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Medical Assistant. I worked in a doctor's office until my grandmother took ill with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and diabetes. My duties were bed, bathing, feeding, stomach tube, medicine, dressing and grooming. We also did Physical and Occupational Therapy together. I then taught her HHCP's how to help care for...
Maryann can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very friendly and accommodating"
Tracy M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a nanny for 9 years now and I never get sick of it for a single moment. I worked as a TSS for Providence Community Services for over a year and thats when I gained experience working with children with behavioral disorders and completed my CPR, first aid, and crisis prevention certifications. I have a strong...
Genevieve can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We decided to go another route, but were very impressed with Genevieve's professionalism and dedication. She clearly looks to exceed expectations for the families and children she works with."
Marisa S.
Evanisia F.
Wharton, NJ
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience as a caregiver, with love, care, giving my best. I am certified as CHHA, emotional and behavioral challenges and CBT ( Dementia/ depression/ anxiety/ anger); I have experience with medication management, caregiver support, bath, eating health... I have CPR, AED and First aid; Also, I am certified in...
Evanisia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever."
Jessica D.
Genevieve P.
Hopatcong, NJ
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lindsay I am 22 years old, and a recent graduate from James Madison University from the College of Health and Behavioral Studies with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science with a minor in Pre-Physical Therapy. I am a very flexible, fun, positive and easy going person. I...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great communication, showed up on time, had a pre-call. Would hire again."
Marc E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Do you have a loved one who needs special care? I am a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) with several years of experience caring for people who need help caring for themselves. I am an energetic enthusiastic person who truly cares about the people I am trusted to care for. I have experience caring for those with Alzheimer's,...
Normita can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I can not say enough wonderful things about Norma. My mother was living in my home in Hospice and I came across Norma on care.com.
From the moment she walked in she exuded kindness and caring not only for my mother but for everyone in the household. Her...
Amy A.
5.0
(4)
Hi !! My name is Maria , I live in Dover .
I have 12 years of experience. I Support patients by providing light housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. I Assist patients by providing personal services, such as bathing,...
Maria Isabel can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had a good experience with María, she is a good person, she took care of my mother, always patient, and attentive in her care."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley. I am here to help you when needed. My services include plan and prepare meals for the children, accompany children to activities outside the home, keep kitchen and its environs neat and in good condition during work hours, take charge of feeding the pets (if any) during work hours. I am a mom of two so...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley has been phenomenal. She's helping to care for my infant and preschool age sons while I work a couple of days a week. She is super attentive and meets my children were they are. I was particularly impressed with her patience and how she handled challenging...
Teri R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the past seven years, I've been providing companion care to seniors residing in assisted living facilities or in their own private homes. My visits with them would entail trips to the doctor's office, light cooking & cleaning, eating out, road trips, and most importantly just talking/listening. I am a compassionate and...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Deborah is the best person I know. I would trust her with anything and everything. She is strong, she has a heart of gold, she is consistent, she is thorough, she cares for and gets along with everyone I know. She is the best!"
Susie E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I am currently working towards getting my masters degree in child psychology. I have grown up working with kids, while in dance or in a therapy setting. I love seeing the progress and connections that kids are making everyday. Children's brains are so malleable and take in so much of the world at once; so I want...
5.0
"alyssa is a gem! polite, timely, and great with kids!"
Angelo M.
Audrey R.
Randolph, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!
5.0
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I'm a former veterinary nurse with well over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and reptiles. Since childhood, I've been a lover of ALL animals but primarily characterize myself as a cat enthusiast. I adore cats of all ages, breeds and temperaments and am passionate about...
Audrey can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Audrey took excellent care of my geriatric cat, administering medications and subQ fluid. She is compassionate and truly loves animals - exactly the kind of person who should be doing this type of work and exactly the type of person that we all seek when...
Cynthia S.
Melissa M.
Mine Hill, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education for social studies and in 2021 I received my Master's Degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. I currently work at a high school as a teacher of ESL. My experience includes working in an elementary school, grade levels ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade....
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa has worked as a paraprofessional in the M. Township Schools Preschool Extended Year Program for the past several years. It has been a pleasure to have Melissa work in my classroom. Melissa works well with our youngest learners demonstrating kindness and...
Amy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked at Dover General Hospital in Physical Therapy and Inhalation Therapy after I left college, 1971-74. I was a certified CNA/HHA in NJ, PA, NY and FL from 1993 to 1996. I worked for the VNA (NJ), MVCH (PA), LHCI (NY), Casa Celeste, Alzheimer Unit (FL). I worked from 2008 at Hopatcong Middle School, in the Multiple...
Patricia can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Patricia helped care for mom with dementia before we had to move my mom to a full time memory care facility. Patricia took care of making meals, running errands, taking my mom for haircuts and shopping trips, chores and with grooming and provided general...
Michele V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Having cared for children of all ages and needs, I have the dedication and patience it takes to win a child's heart as well as the responsibility and reliability every parent is looking for. The passion I have for children derives from a love of seeing them grow and come into their own. As a mother of multiple myself, I know how...
Paola can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Paola was an amazing nanny for my 1.5 year old daughter. She was ALWAYS on time and never an issue with a 5am start time! She really CARED for our daughter like one of her own and always had a sixth sense of what needed to get done. During nap time she would help...
Laura F.
5.0
(2)
Availability, Saturday and Sunday 12-7 p.m.
Overnights can be arranged with advance notice; At owners home. $20-35hr negotiable
I care for dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, reptiles and fish.
I currently care for smaller breeds; Imperial Shih tzu, Lhasa Alpso and a Pomeranian. I walk them, feed them, fill water bowl, groom,...
Ann-marie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Jalil B.
Budd Lake, NJ
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have several years of experience helping elderly people starting with my loved one; my grandmother who had trouble getting around shopping for food or getting her medication.
I can help with transportation services, errands-shopping or be a companion who can help around the house or outside.
In this days, it is important to...
Jalil can also help with: Mobility assistance, transportation, errands, companionship
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Jalil is caring and dependable who is always punctual and serious about his work."
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mount Arlington, NJ
Francine M.
5.0
We hired Francine for our 2 yr old boy and infant girl. She regularly helps us out, our kids love her!! She's super dependable and is a lot of fun. We also found out that she's a very good cook :) since her kids are all grown up, her availability is very open and she's flexible with her time
- Jonathan F.
Maryann G.
5.0
Very friendly and accommodating
- Tracy M.
Genevieve P.
5.0
We hired Genevieve to work with our ten year old daughter, R, who has many special needs including being nonverbal. When Genevieve arrived to our house she was professionally dressed and immediately sat down on the floor and addressed R, saying "hi" and speaking directly to her. Not many people...
- Heather M.
Evanisia F.
5.0
She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever.
- Jessica D.
Lindsay D.
5.0
Great communication, showed up on time, had a pre-call. Would hire again.
- Marc E.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mount Arlington, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mount Arlington, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mount Arlington, 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 Mount Arlington, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mount Arlington, NJ is $15.00 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 Mount Arlington, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mount Arlington, 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 Mount Arlington, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mount Arlington, 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 Mount Arlington, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mount Arlington, 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.