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Makenzie C.

Dog Lover Always Looking To Take Care Of Pets And Walk Dogs. Available For Overnight Care Also.

Newark, DE

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Everything on my account says pet care and I can't figure out how to change it. But my name is Makenzie and I have had a lot of experience with kids over the past 7-8 years. I have always babysat for family and friends and am comfortable with kids of all ages. I worked at a daycare for 3 years with the responsibility of taking...
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Newark, DE

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Education: Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis; Bachelor degree in Interdisciplinary Psychology/sociology Experience: 6 years working with individuals of the neurodivergent population (mainly autism); currently work full time providing ABA therapy in early intervention center to toddlers with autism. I also have a...
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Newark, DE

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$17/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hi, I'm Riley, and I'm excited to offer my caregiving services to families looking for a caring and responsible sitter for their loved ones. I'm one year away from completing my Occupational Therapy Assistant degree and have hands-on experience working with individuals of all ages. I'm CPR certified and have six months of...
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Newark, DE

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Riley and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services to families looking for a caring and responsible sitter. I'm currently one year away from completing my Occupational Therapy Assistant degree, and I bring a lot of hands-on experience to the table. I'm CPR certified and have worked with children of all ages, from...
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Newark, DE

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$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hi, I'm Charlotte and I am looking for an opportunity to spend time with animals during the week. I grew up caring for dogs and cats and am a part of Guiding Eyes for the Blind, a University-sponsored program that trains puppies for eventual service work. That being said, I have experience with energetic and playful...
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Pet Care

Newark, DE

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$8/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Offer pet services as well! Tailored to what you need, flexible and extremely comfortable with pets!
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Tutor/Job Coach

Newark, DE

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified teacher with a master's degree in Special Education and Autism, and I am also certified to teach English and History. I have 10+ years of experience teaching and tutoring elementary, middle and high school students. I am also a certified national job coach servicing adults with disabilities. I love what I do,...
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Cleaning

Newark, DE

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
Cleaning services offered $20-$25 Hello guys my name is Amanda and I'm looking for random cleaning jobs around the area.
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Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a 24-year-old child care professional with 5+ years of experience with ages 0-12. I graduated from University of Delaware in 2022 with a Human Services major and Disabilities Studies and Medical Social Services minors. I have experience with home based and center based care, including serving as a lead Infant/Toddler...

Kitty B. says "Kate has been a blessing to our family. She is reliable, mature and flexible. She is very sweet but can be strong and authoritative when needed to be. We...

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House Keeping

Newark, DE

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
With a strong focus on quality and attention to detail, I deliver top-quality cleaning, sanitation, laundry, and organization services, leveraging my extensive experience of over 12 years in the cleaning industry to provide unparalleled results.
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Newark, DE

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Caitlin and I am currently employed full time (M-F 8:30-5:30) as a Supervisor at a medical equipment company. I am here to offer child care, household care and pet care services. I absolutely love children of all ages and animals of all types! I worked as an Assistant Teacher for a childcare learning...
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I Love Animals!

Newark, DE

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$8/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a animal lover! You can trust me with the care of your pet. I'm available for multiple services as stated on my page. Don't hesitate to reach out about your pet care!
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Newark, DE

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! My name is Caitlin and I am currently employed full time (M-F 8:30-5:30) as a Supervisor at a medical equipment company. I am here to offer child care, household care and pet care services. I absolutely love children of all ages and animals of all types! I worked as an Assistant Teacher for a childcare learning...
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Newark, DE

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I have 6 years of experience working with neuro diverse individuals from age 2-26, primarily autism within the scope of my full time job of providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I also have experience working with individuals with ADD/ADHD, ODD, fragile X syndrome, Down's syndrome, developmental delays, sensory deficits,...
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Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have over 10 years experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have cared for a variety of pets. I was in the financial services industry for over 30 years. Married with two grown children. I treat all pets with tender loving care and I am dependable and trustworthy.

Julie B. says "Gerry took wonderful care of our kittens while we were away. Thanks so much!"

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Looking To Lend A Helping Hand! :)

Newark, DE

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Basement cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Caitlin and I am currently employed full time (M-F 8:30-5:30) as a Supervisor at a medical equipment company. I am here to offer child care, household care and pet care services. I absolutely love children of all ages and animals of all types! I worked as an Assistant Teacher for a childcare learning...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Newark, DE

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a mother of one. I am also a nursing student and a certified CNA. I have 14 years of experience with working closely with seniors. I worked as a supervisor at an assisted living facility with 10 levels of care. I am experienced in working with different machinery to assist with mobility. I am also experienced with...
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Sparkling Cleaner

Newark, DE

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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
With over three years of hands-on experience in housekeeping and cleaning roles, I bring a passion for maintaining pristine environments and a keen eye for detail. My experience has equipped me with a deep understanding of effective cleaning techniques. I take pride in delivering high-quality service, ensuring that every space I...
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Loving Caring Childcare Provider Professional And Kind

Newark, DE

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a very patient, loving, caring person, I have my own vehicle and will cook if needed to provide you with the support you need. Please reach out to discuss and ask any questions you have about the services I can provide. I'm fun and outgoing, I will take great care of your children/ child. I am certified in Child CPR and...
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Personalized Care

Newark, DE

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Jessica, and I have been a caregiver in one way or another all of my adult life. I was a early childhood Administrator, and taught for 8 years. Recently I have transferred my skills into geriatrics; being able to provide both personal and medical care, as well as individualized therapeutic activities that aid in...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.36/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.5

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newark, DE

To find a therapy dog near you in Newark, DE, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Newark, DE is $19.36 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Newark, DE. 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Newark, DE, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Newark, DE, 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.

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