Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Boston, MA
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Find therapy dogs in Boston, MA that you’ll love
120 therapy dogs are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Boston, MA
Services: Overnight Sitting, Potty Breaks/Stop In's, Dog Walks, Visits (30 min & 1 Hr. visits), Kitty Care, Dog Park Trips
Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals....
Valeria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have lots of experience with kids--I interned at a speech therapy clinic in Spain working with 5-6-year-olds, spent a summer as a camp counselor managing 30+ kids at a Science Museum, and was a bilingual classroom tutor for high schoolers. I later became the babysitter for one of my campers and I had so much fun with them!
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning
Alexandra W.
Boston, MA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an energetic and reliable 25-year-old looking for a full time summer nannying position. I have 5+ years working with children via summer camps, volunteer jobs, and babysitting. I have also worked in ABA therapy as a behavioral assistant for 2 years so I am comfortable working with children with special needs. I am able to...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Susannah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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"Susannah is a true gem! We have two small dogs who are treated like royalty in our family - lol. I hate leaving them when we travel and I would never consider boarding them. Finding a trustworthy responsible dog/house sitter was my top priority before a recent...
Whitney S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am energetic, understanding, and creative. I have 5 years of experience working with children in multiple settings. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am getting a degree in art therapy, so I have plenty of crafts and up my sleeve. I have experience taking care of many age ranges, and am a certified...
Alaiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kailin M.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello families! I am a current occupational therapy graduate student at BU looking for part-time work as a babysitter. I'm also open to occasional date nights or less consistent schedules. I spent the past summer working as an au pair and have several years of prior babysitting experience. I look forward to hearing from you and...
Kailin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My experience started in a preschool and childcare setting while attending university to receive a BA in early childhood studies. After graduating I worked for 3 years doing home and school behavior therapy for students on the autism spectrum. I now work full time (from home) as a school coordinator. I would love to find a...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jen, and I am an occupational therapy doctorate student at Boston University! Prior to working towards my clinical doctorate, I received my Masters in Education from University of Maryland and worked in a variety of childcare settings with kids infancy through middle school. I also work as a field hockey coach...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi, my name is Alex and I am a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. I have specialized experiences in working with individuals with spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities and other various types of disabilities. I have worked in a hospital as a recreation therapist for almost 4...
I am currently a third year medical student taking some time off from school. I am offering tutoring services and hope to fulfill whatever need there is!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Marta and I am a third year Doctor of Physical Therapy Student at MUSC. I graduate at the end of May, but have finished all my classes/clinicals and have plenty of free time before I start my job. I have 13 years of babysitting experience, 5 years of pediatric clinical experience, and 8 years experience...
Marta can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jalayah L.
Boston, MA
$28-31/hr
I am a professional nanny I have been working professionally with elementary school children. with extra curricular activity, providing afterschool help & also pre-homework help. I also can provide tutoring services as A additional service.
Amanda L.
Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an outgoing and active occupational therapy graduate student at Boston University. I have worked at a sleep away camp for teens and adults with disabilities (cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, etc.) every summer since I was 17 years old. I worked this past summer at a camp for 3rd-6th graders with autism and down...
I have worked at Mystic Valley elder services and interned at SeniorCare inc assisting seniors and inputting services into their homes. I have experience working with elders and thoroughly enjoy the work. I am willing to assist with house work, running errands, grocery shopping, and overall supervision.
Brianna can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship
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Hi, my name is Carla.
I have openings in my Cleaning schedule and I could clean your house Once a month, biweekly, or weekly'
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Carla can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
Amahle H.
Boston, MA
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently enrolled at Berklee College of music, working towards obtaining my undergraduate in Music therapy and I feel my work in this field gives me a better chance of understanding the needs of a child and has taught me the patience I know will be required. I have professional experience and I have been taking care of my...
Amahle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hello! My name is Kate. I have extensive experience babysitting and nannying for children ranging from newborns to 16 years old. I am currently an occupational therapy student at Mass General and will begin my second clinical rotation on Monday, September 23. I am available every Wednesday and am also open to sporadic nighttime...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi there!
I am a Chicago native who moved to Boston for graduate school to study mental health counseling and art therapy and stayed for a great position working with children as a mental health clinician in a Boston school! I am currently seeking part time positions. I really enjoy working with children in a multitude of...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Graham and I am a recent graduate from Dartmouth College working remotely in Venture Capital. I have significant experience working with children, including time spent in a daycare where I assisted with engaging activities and supervision. Additionally, I provided babysitting services for local families in my...
Graham can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a college student I have had experience cleaning before I had a part time job with Kellermeyer Cleaning Services.
Jocelyn can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Boston, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Boston, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Boston, 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 Boston, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Boston, MA is $20.50 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 Boston, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Boston, 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 Boston, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Boston, 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 Boston, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Boston, 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 Boston, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 120 listed therapy dogs.