Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Buskirk, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Buskirk, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Buskirk, NY
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 10 years
Therapy dogs in Buskirk, NY
Marissa M.
Cohoes, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(41)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting services in your home for animals of all ages, sizes & species. I have over a decade of experience with caring for dogs, cats, smaller mammals, birds, reptiles & amphibians, fish, exotic pets, & farm animals. Please feel free to read my client reviews! I'm a true animal lover & have been known to coax even...
Marissa can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Marissa is a compassionate, trustworthy, reliable caregiver. She took care of our pets and house while we were away and it was such a relief to not worry about a thing while we were gone. She kept us updated with pictures everyday. I would highly recommend her as a...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have been working with elderly people for about 10 years now. I worked in nursing homes, home care agencies and assisted living for a few years. I have taken on many different cases related to Alzheimer's, dementia, paraplegic & quadriplegic, assisted living, hands-on care, range of motion, assisted in occupational & physical...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is a very kind and sweet young women. She's motivated and passionate about her work!"
Amy G.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in 2017 with a BA in Creative Arts in Therapy from Russell Sage College. I've spent the last year working full time for NYS and part time as a content creator. I am now looking for a part time childcare position while I (hopefully!) transition into a fully WFH position. I worked as a babysitter all four years of high...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.0
"I interviewed Maddy for a part-time position and after a few minutes we realized that she had misread the job posting, and wasn't actually available on one of the days that we needed. She was polite and interviewed well, though, and if she'd been available she...
Jillian C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently working in the financial services industry Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a hybrid schedule. With generous PTO and bank holidays, I am looking to provide childcare to local families in my spare time.
For the past 12 years, I have babysat families with multiple children. My father is the oldest...
Janelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janelle was great! She was very communicative, prompt, and friendly. We hired her for a date night and we had her meet our 1-year old daughter before we put her to bed. Our daughter slept the whole time, but Janelle had great questions about what to do in case she...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was a child myself. Growing up I was regularly put in charge of taking care of my younger siblings and cousins on a regular basis. The joy of helping raise and mentor them really inspired me to choose the work that I do today.
I have a lot of experience taking care of children in various...
Daniel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniel has worked with us for months now and has been a HUGE help. She has a warm, relaxed and friendly demeanor. She's NEVER been late, is available in a pinch, and my kids love her. Bonus---she's extraordinary with pets."
Brooks U.
Work with Animal Assisted Therapy Animals at work, work a lot to understand the emotional and social needs of dogs.
Madelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Elizabeth M.
Clifton Park, NY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have provided pet services for over 15 years for families in their home and mine. I am a certified medical assistant and have worked for a professional pet care company and administered medications to cats and dogs.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Fiona L.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have always loved animals of all kinds. I used to work at shampoodle in Delmar and worked at the doggy daycare and would also bathe dogs and clip their nails. I am comfortable applying some of these skills to my work or I could reference other people I trust within the industry. Right now I live in a home with 5 cats and have...
Fiona can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a recent Skidmore college graduate who is looking to help take care of any pets necessary. I have grown up with dogs, cats, hamsters and Guinea pigs the majority of my life. I have even trained one of my dogs to become a certified therapy dog for people who just need an extra mood boost. Along with having small pets I have...
Clare can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have been nannying on and off throughout my college career. I have nannied for all ages from 3 months -10+ years.
I'm an Occupational therapy assistant student and will be graduating in May! I am looking for a temporary summer position as I study for my licensing exam.
Alli can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Lindsey D.
Troy, NY
$18-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently in grad school at Russell Sage for Occupational Therapy and am looking to help out pet owners during my summer break! I have experience pet sitting for friends and family along with caring for my own cats and dog! My senior dog needed a lot of extra support in the last years of her life so I have experience with...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!
I'm available Saturdays, Sundays and evenings, to provide companionship, personal care, housekeeping, meals, and laundry, for women and girls who require assistance from a patient and compassionate carer.
I've worked in human services for over 35 years. I have experience with both the elderly and youth, including...
Mary Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship & more
With over two decades of experience in housekeeping, I launched my own cleaning business in 2019. As a single mother, I sought a flexible schedule that would allow me to be home when my child needed me. I am passionate about my work and take pride in providing exceptional service.
My commitment to detail, honesty, and...
Katharine can also help with: General room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
I provide residential and cleaning services and support. I am also available to run errands & organize.
Beth can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
I am a recent occupational therapy grad looking for care giving job while searching for ideal full time OT job. I have also worked as a patient care technician in an acute care hospital as well as worked in various settings during my clinical affiliations. I am passionate about the health care field in general because I love...
Katie can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia
Kourtney K.
Mechanicville, NY
$21-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a very reliable and trustworthy mother of one. I have 8 years experience in childcare specializing in children with special needs. I also have experience in pet care and house cleaning services. I'm very flexible and willing to work to fit your schedule.
Kourtney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I am a fun, outgoing, reliable person with 13 years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (speech therapy), and hope to work as a school-based SLP. I am looking to continue working throughout the program while doing...
Carli can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I provide housekeeping services with great attention to detail. I can also assist with downsizing and minimalistic approaches.
Melissa can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hello!
I'm currently available Saturdays and Sundays to provide companionship, personal care, housekeeping, meals, and laundry, for females who require patient and compassionate care.
I have worked in human services fields for 35 years and have experience with the elderly, including individuals experiencing dementia, mobility...
Mary Ellen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have been working in cleaning for over 6 years, I have worked for large cleaning's companies in the Upstate. I believe that experience and attention to detail have always been my key points. I am taking my first steps as a self-employer. I know it is not an easy path, but I guarantee that I will deliver a quality service and...
Pablo can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Buskirk, NY
Marissa M.
5.0
Marissa is a compassionate, trustworthy, reliable caregiver. She took care of our pets and house while we were away and it was such a relief to not worry about a thing while we were gone. She kept us updated with pictures everyday. I would highly recommend her as a caregiver to anyone!
- Care member
Jasmine N.
5.0
Jasmine is a very kind and sweet young women. She's motivated and passionate about her work!
- Amy G.
Madeline W.
4.0
I interviewed Maddy for a part-time position and after a few minutes we realized that she had misread the job posting, and wasn't actually available on one of the days that we needed. She was polite and interviewed well, though, and if she'd been available she definitely would have been on our short...
- Jillian C.
Janelle R.
5.0
Janelle was great! She was very communicative, prompt, and friendly. We hired her for a date night and we had her meet our 1-year old daughter before we put her to bed. Our daughter slept the whole time, but Janelle had great questions about what to do in case she woke up. We felt totally at ease...
- Care member
Daniel A.
5.0
Daniel has worked with us for months now and has been a HUGE help. She has a warm, relaxed and friendly demeanor. She's NEVER been late, is available in a pinch, and my kids love her. Bonus---she's extraordinary with pets.
- Brooks U.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Buskirk, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Buskirk, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Buskirk, NY, 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 Buskirk, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Buskirk, NY is $27.00 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 Buskirk, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Buskirk, NY. 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 Buskirk, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Buskirk, NY, 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 Buskirk, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Buskirk, NY, 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.