Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Newton, MA

Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Newton, MA and find loving care for your furry friend.

Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Hiring Now!

IllustrationSmallPetCare image
Tania G.'s Photo

Tania G.

Responsible Housekeeper And House Sitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
move-out cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
oven cleaning
+ 1 more
Along with my appreciation for the hospitality business, I am a dedicated to exceptional guest service and a fun, positive attitude with a sense of humor, I have the ability to contribute efficiently to your bottom line. I am very skilled in providing superior cleaning services and able to ensure guests are treated with good...

Holly J. says "Tania is an outstanding worker. She is an invaluable addition to our busy household. I would recommend her to anyone in need of someone who is honest,...

See profile
Lilia V.'s Photo

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Experienced, educated, artistic and neuro-affirming career nanny based in Somerville is looking for a part-time (15-30hrs a week) nanny position. I'm Lilia and I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and 4 years of experience in education as an ESL teacher and a paraprofessional in Cambridge Public Schools. I'm also an...

Therese S. says "Lilia took care of our 2-year-old for nearly a year, until we moved away this summer. She was very responsible, kind, caring, and super responsive and we...

See profile
Stephanie M.'s Photo

Reliable / Reasonable Rates House Cleaner

Brookline, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, dedicated, reliable and flexible cleaning professional and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I offer high quality service and reasonable rates in one-time or regular basis (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) arrangement. Cleaning supplies are negotiable, I have the basic to offer and we can discuss...
See profile
Esmatsadat M.'s Photo

Daytime/Evening/Weekend Babysitting Service

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
With over 13 years of professional childcare experience in both London, UK, and Boston. I have a solid foundation in caring for children and infants across all age groups. I hold a childcare degree from Barnet and Southgate College in London, UK. I am also a mother of two who have earned their PhD degrees in engineering and...

Katherine W. says "We cannot recommend Esmat more highly. She has been a wonderful, loving and kind member of our family for the past 2.5 years. She started working full...

See profile
Sophia R.'s Photo

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia! I recently moved to Massachusetts this past summer after graduating with a B. A in psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Originally from New Jersey, I have been working with children for around 10 years. I have been an official babysitter/nanny/mother's helper for around 8 years. I moved to...

Chase M. says "Sophia watched my 3 year old toddler. She did a wonderful job and I would definitely hire her again."

See profile
Breia B.'s Photo

Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Breia! I am currently looking for a part time position 3-4 days a week. Time and day can be a bit flexible. I do have another part time job on weekends but mainly in the evening. I am 27 years old, graduated with a degree in human development and human services from Merrimack College. I have 8 years of experience...

Elise R. says "Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days. Breia is flexible,...

See profile
Alline F.'s Photo

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience
Basement cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
My name is Alline, I'm 33 years old, I'm originally from Brazil. With over 8 years of experience, I'm committed to providing reliable and thorough cleaning services, ensuring a safe and spotless environment for your family. I have my own business and our satisfied clients appreciate our attention to detail and trustworthiness,...
See profile
Susannah J.'s Photo

Happy Pet, Happy Life

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Susannah and I am living in the Boston area. I work as a Pediatric Social Worker for my full-time job. As I work remotely Wednesday-Friday, I am looking for some animal-care jobs during these days, as well as over the weekends. Right now, I am only available for dog-walk and drop-in services. I am not available...

Allie S. says "Susannah really stepped up for me when another sitter had canceled last minute. She went above and beyond to make sure my cats were cared for, equally fed,...

See profile
Stephanie M.'s Photo

Experienced Pet Sitter

Brookline, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
dog training
+ 1 more
I work as nanny and housekeeper in Charlottesville and I would like to find occasional Pet sitter jobs. I am committed to service excellence and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I am very flexible, reliable, animal lover. I have my own car and I can provide you references and background check. I am looking...
See profile
Ana S.'s Photo

God And Honesty At First!

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
Hello, I believe that honesty comes first. I know how hard it is to open the house to a stranger, but with serious professionalism everything works out well. I really want to help. I like to clean and organize. I have a lot of experience and some good references too. Customized service! I am a mother and a housewife. Your...

Megan S. says "Ana is absolutely wonderful! She is punctual, reliable, and thorough. We view her as a part of our family and would highly recommend her!"

See profile
Robert H.'s Photo

Companion/Caregiver/Exercise Assistant/Home Helper

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
personal care
Good evening, My name is Robert and I am applying for your Personal Care Assistant position. I am a Certified Physical Therapy Aide and Massachusetts Licensed CNA/HHA with 20+ years of experience in long term acute rehabilitation working with acute/chronic medically complex patients with multiple diagnoses. I have worked at...

Celeste D. says "I worked with Robert Physical Therapy Aide, for three years at a Hospital. Robert has proven to be professional in his appearance and in his...

See profile
Inglid D.'s Photo

Cleaning Service

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
My name is Inglid. I have 10 + Years of experience in cleaning. It will be a pleasure to work with you!

Care Member says "Inglid does an exceptional job at our condo. She is professional, thorough, and very pleasant. She has worked with us for well over a year and we are...

See profile
Alyssa C.'s Photo

Reliable And Trustworthy Pet Sitter Who Loves To Play

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! I'm Alyssa, a certified pet sitter with experience. I love animals of all shapes and sizes, and I'm committed to providing your furry friends with the best possible care. I'm available for dog walking, pet sitting, and house sitting. I'm also happy to provide additional services such as medication administration and...

Margaret B. says "Alyssa has dog-sat for us a few times. She is kind, caring, and responsible. She always has a big smile and is so gentle and sweet with our pup. I'm so...

See profile
Beatriz O.'s Photo

Best Of Best In Town

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Professional housekeeper with 10+ year of experience helping families in greater Boston. Great personality, punctual, responsible very easy to work with providing top notch service, Recommendations available upon request.

Joseph A. says "Beatriz is an incredibly effective, expeditious, thoughtful, and trustworthy individual. Our home sparkles with a noticeable "ah" after her visits. Over...

See profile
Octavia A.'s Photo

Newborn And Infant Care Specialist

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I am Octavia and I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a diverse range of skills and qualifications. With over 7 years of experience as a Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and Infant Sleep Trainer. I'm currently offering Newborn Care Services for the first 12 - 24 weeks. Get ready for the baby and...

Roja D. says "Octavia is amazing! She is genuine, caring, calm, and dependable. My 6 week old son is very peaceful with her and she earned my trust quickly with her...

See profile
Domenica M.'s Photo

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Assist residents with daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Provided non-medical home care service to elderly/disabled patients. Focused on personal care, companionship, homemaking, and transportation. Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding,...

Marc H. says "Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues."

See profile
Judith B.'s Photo

Dorchester, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
See profile
Nola U.'s Photo

Nanny With Years Of Experience // Niñera Con Experiencia

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked with children for a very long time. I owned and ran a family day care for 15 years in Maracaibo-Venezuela where I cared for children between the ages of 3 months to 7 years old. Therefore I have experience working with a wide range of needs. I am offering my professional services to families in the Greater Boston...

Becky E. says "I could not more highly recommend a nanny or caregiver than Nola. She has been absolutely amazing for my now 16 month old son. She has cared for him 5...

See profile
Lauriene S.'s Photo

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Flexible Schedule And Rates.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Attic cleaning
carpet cleaning
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Residential house cleaner successful at providing consistent and high-quality cleaning services. Accommodates costumer needs at all times. Dedicated to exceptional standards of performance and quality. Highlights: Deep cleaning, stock management, floor care, people person, flexible and reliable. I have previous experience and...

Elena F. says "Lauri has been cleaning our house for almost two years now and she does an excellent job. She cleans things we don't even ask her to. Lauri is also very...

See profile
Roddy P.'s Photo

Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified. Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life. Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes. Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...

Amy D. says "Roddy is exceptional! Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright! He genuinely cares for his clients and...

See profile

Showing 41 - 60 of 60

  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.54/hr as of May 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Newton, MA

Therapy Dogs in Newton, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Tania G.

Tania is an outstanding worker. She is an invaluable addition to our busy household. I would recommend her to anyone in need of someone who...

- Holly J.

Lilia V.

Lilia took care of our 2-year-old for nearly a year, until we moved away this summer. She was very responsible, kind, caring, and super...

- Therese S.

Esmatsadat M.

We cannot recommend Esmat more highly. She has been a wonderful, loving and kind member of our family for the past 2.5 years. She started...

- Katherine W.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newton, MA

To find a therapy dog near you in Newton, MA, 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 Newton, MA is $25.54 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 Newton, MA. 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 Newton, MA, 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 Newton, MA, 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.

Additional Therapy Dog Services

About Care.com
  • About us
  • Careers
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy policy
Care.com does not employ any caregiver and is not responsible for the conduct of any user of our site. All information in member profiles, job posts, applications, and messages is created by users of our site and not generated or verified by Care.com. You need to do your own diligence to ensure the job or caregiver you choose is appropriate for your needs and complies with applicable laws.
Care.com® HomePay℠ is a service provided by Breedlove and Associates, LLC, a Care.com company.
Care.com is a registered service mark of Care.com, Inc. 2007-2026 Care.com, Inc. All rights reserved.