Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Amherst, MA
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Find therapy dogs in Amherst, MA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Amherst, MA
Lauren M.
Northampton, MA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced, Enthusiastic, Reliable, And Creative Care Taker
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a reliable, creative, kind and patient person with 5+ years of experience working with adults and children with intellectual, physical, developmental disabilities and medical complexities in and around the Boston area and now in the Pioneer Valley. Additionally, I have nannied children from 3 months to 12 years old for 6+...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Loads of experience in childcare for newborn-12 years of age. I have worked for years as a daycare teachers assistant and I am currently working as a children's services assistant for a group home. My favorite activities include volleyball, basketball and card/board games. In addition to babysitting I am able to do some cleaning...
Teya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old.
I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; business analyst; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire!
Available for...
Donna can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, errands, meal prep, companionship, transportation & more
I love children and can offer a safe, loving environment. I have 2 grown children of my own. My goal is to offer a service to parents where they can rest assured that their children are safe and being well cared for. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and I have a clean driving record.
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Amber H.
Belchertown, MA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have previous experience working in group homes with older adults with developmental disabilities and dementia. I have experience with Hoyer lifts, wheelchairs, gait belts, lift chairs ect. I have run an in home program for an individual with a traumatic brain injury and have changed a g-tube, performed tube feedings,...
Amber can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Jennifer P.
Northampton, MA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Independent PCA And Pre-nursing Student Providing Quality Home Health Care For All Ages.
I have spent the past 10 years cultivating a broad and specialized skill set in health care, in order to provide exemplary health services in the home and clinics for people of all ages. Currently, I work as an independent PCA for people with physical and mental health disabilities, while also taking pre-requisite courses for...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
My name is Danielle I live locally. I offer quality pet care for cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes. This includes pet sitting, routine walks and feedings and of course lots of play time/ dog parks and cuddles. I truly love all animals and have great references and experience. Animals can sense my pet loving vibes as soon as...
Danielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
My background in professional childcare is primarily with kids on the spectrum ages 3-11. Listening deeply and giving careful attention.
I lived for a year on a horsefarm learning the ways of equine therapy and remain inspired by the kindness and encouragement of parents with special needs children.
I respect the necessity of...
Anthony can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
More Than Just Cleaning - Your Personal Household Assistant!
Feeling overwhelmed with daily chores and household clutter. I offer a full range of services beyond cleaning, tailored to your specific needs.
Services Include:
* Top-to-bottom house cleaning
* Home organizing and decluttering
* Meal preparation and grocery shopping
*...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am the lucky owner of a rambunctious 3-year-old black lab, pitbull, and cane corso mix! My dog Mater was adopted from a shelter (he's originally a dixie dog!) and is 80 pounds of pure muscle, so I'm stronger than I might look! :)
In addition to being Mater's owner, I have had pets for many years, have experience pet sitting,...
Paulina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Karen! Growing up my best friend was my pet dog and I know how much these furry pets means to us. I just like you want someone safe, caring, active and attentive with such furry friends. And I could be the perfect match for you and your furry friend. I am very active and love to run with a furry friend beside me as...
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am not offering these services at this time. Good luck in your search for help.
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Cierra-rose S.
South Deerfield, MA
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Cierra-Rose, and I take pride in providing professional and detail-oriented housekeeping services to help keep your home spotless and organized.
I have experience with a variety of tasks, including deep cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and kitchen and bathroom sanitation. I'm also happy to assist with...
Cierra-rose can also help with: Organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I'd describe my personality as calm, thorough, friendly
I like caring for seniors because conversations and my ability to understand the care needs of seniors
I'm looking for a job that has some flexibility and where I can assist in maintaining a good quality of life
I started caring for seniors when I was young and would...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, personal care, light cleaning, transportation & more
I am very experienced with and passionate about working with individuals of a wide range of ages and abilities. I have taught preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and middle school special ed in the past and have completed direct volunteer services to kids and adults with many different disabilities. I have also worked as a behavior...
Paulina A.
Northampton, MA
$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
My name is Pamela. I have been involved with senior care for over 12 years. I got in to this type of service as a way to "pay it forward" for all the help my own Mom received from really wonderful people. I love what I do and feel very close with all my clients. It is a passion for me to be kind, reliable, and trustworthy to the...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Miah M.
South Deerfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Miah. I am 20 years old and I attended Greenfield Community college at the moment. I am majoring in Human Services. Ive worked in senior care for about 2 years now. For a while I was taking care of 3 amazing nice ladies. I did light housekeeping for them, drove them to and from their appointments/activities,...
Miah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, live-in home care
Hi! My name is Miah. I am 20 years old. I attended Greenfield Community college at the moment and i'm majoring in Human Services. My prior child care experience would be that I babysat 3 young boys for a whole summer. The boys were at the age ranges of 6 to 10. Starting at a young age I
would also babysit my little cousins and...
Miah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Amherst, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Amherst, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Amherst, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Amherst, MA is $20.36 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Amherst, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Amherst, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Amherst, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Amherst, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Amherst, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Amherst, 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.
Ratings for Amherst, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.