Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Highland, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Highland, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Highland, NY
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Highland, NY
From growing up with dogs & cats, to volunteering at the SPCA in high school, to working as both a sitter & a kennel technician, I've always been around animals. At the SPCA, I volunteered with the cats, splitting my time between kittens and adults so everyone got some attention. In college I started offering walks & drop-ins,...
Lena can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding & more
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have been in this field for 10 years. I take care of the elderly, I truly enjoy doing so. I enjoy being able to help and provide to the ones who physically cannot do so. Assisting with companionship, physical therapy, occupational therapy, bathing, personal hygiene, mobility, medication...
Stephanie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings. I have been on Care. com in the capacity of caregiver for several years now. I am looking to expand the services I provide. I am currently looking for a Wednesday assignment. If this works for you, please consider reaching out to me. In the interim, stay safe
Jennifer can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning
Joceilia M.
Highland, NY
$20-50/hr
Hello, my name is Joceilia, and I am 21 years old. Growing up, I have always been surrounded by dogs, and within the last two years, I've also welcomed a cat into my life. I have a deep love for animals of all kinds. While I initially pursued studies to become a veterinary technician, I discovered that my passion for working...
Joceilia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
My name is Jessica and I have been in the housecleaning business for 18 yrs and 10 yrs as a Sole proprietor. I work for many families long term and take pride in my work. I do home and office cleaning on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly service. Hope to hear from you!
Jessica can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
Kaitlyn K.
Highland, NY
$26-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional And Experienced Part-time Caregiver, Home Manager, And Housekeeper
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time to review my profile. I'm sure I can be a great fit for you and your family.
I am a professional House Manager, Nanny, and Newborn Caretaker. My areas of expertise include but are not limited to child care, professional organization, new parent help and consulting, meal prep, and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitly helped with housekeeping meal prep and then babysitting for my two kids (2.5 and 5). She was so helpful and up for helping in whatever way she could! Highly recommend her ❤️"
Jaime R.
Experienced senior care provider with years of compassionate service, dedicated to enhancing the well-being and happiness of older adults. I offer personalized care through engaging activities like reading, walking, playing games, and dancing, fostering physical and emotional well-being. My patient and empathetic approach...
Julia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Agrey B.
Highland, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Agrey. I am a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) and a Medical Technician. I have been working in health care for over 30 years. I worked in Nursing Homes. Putnam Hospital Center and in people's homes caring for the sick and elderly.
I have experience working with Patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer,...
Agrey can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"If you are looking for a warm, competent, professional caregiver for your loved one, Agrey is absolutely the person for the job. I can say with confidence that my mother would not have recovered as thoroughly and readily from her recent surgery without Agrey's...
Care member
3.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have been in this field for 12 years. I am also CPR certified. I take care of the elderly as I love doing. Very warm and compassionate. I am available on the weekends and the evenings during the week. Being able to help and provide for the ones who don't have the physical ability to do so....
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Megan was so kind and loving to my grandfather. With medication and putting him on a schedule to regulate his in home lifestyle. We've had other people before but those individuals didn't put as much effort into normalizing his new in home life. She was great all...
KYLE B.
Theresa B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Nothing beats the smell of a clean home. Honest, reliable & trustworthy. Retiree from NYS DOCCS (37+ years). Perform quality thorough cleaning services.
Theresa can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Theresa is reliable thorough and friendly - best housekeeper we've ever had"
Brendan M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a compassionate individual who believes each child has different needs that should be met. I previously worked as a TA while in college at Ulster BOCES in the social education department and loved it. Currently, I work as a case worker at the Department of Social Services in children's services; however, I am looking for...
Tanya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tanya was great, showed up on time and took great care of our 2 year old son. She sent us pictures and updates throughout the day and seemed to genuinely care about making sure our son was having a good day . Would absolutely hire her again."
Christopher P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience , working with individuals with autism and emotional disabilities. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I also have 8 years experience as a private caregiver of adults aged 30-80 . I am skilled in creating daily scheduling for SDS individuals. I...
5.0
"We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being a companion for him. Glenn is very trust-worthy, consistent, hardworking, kind, and dedicated. He is also a...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there, I'm Tori
My true passion is rescuing pets that need forever homes, I've been an animal lover since I could remember (4 years old). I want to make a better life for every pet out there.
So far in my early years of life I've cared for 3 dogs of my own, from having a super calm lab mix to having a hound mix with anxiety...
Tori can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"She is very caring for children and a wonderful caregiver. "
Michael M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a small amount of professional experience with children but I've been a family babysitter for years. I raised my 2 nephews when I was 15 and I've been changing diapers since I can remember. When I was in high school, I taught children how to play instruments and use other musical equipment. I've also worked tidying up...
Renae can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Renae babysat our kids and we loved her he is so polite caring and loved our kids my one son had autism and loved Renae a lot she did very well we miss Renae"
Zachary S.
Annalicia B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
What Ever You Need Help With Am Here To Help You
4.5
(2)
Am a certified HHA/PCA I can help with bathing dress feed meal pre etc. I've been doing private care job over 10 years now. I have a lot of experience I work home for childrens for 2yrs I work with kids and adults with disabilities and I have work with unlimited care for 3yrs. I work for office of children and family services....
Annalicia can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Annalicia has helped me care after my aunt in the past. She is extremely helpful and responsive "
Hallie J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a lifelong pet lover and owner, I can definitely help you with your pet care needs! I can provide boarding services in my home , as well as pet sitting care, walking, feeding, playtime, etc., in your home also. Tell me what your pet care needs are, I look forward to hearing from you!
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"I cannot give a higher recommendation for pet care. Kittie helped my husband and I through a very hectic time during unexpected home renovations. She was endlessly patient and adaptable. We were able to trust her completely to make sure our cats were as happy as...
Celeste E.
Ana L.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I described myself as a caring, responsible, and patient caregiver.
I have 8 years of experience in adult and senior care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable, compassionate, and caring as I can be.
My services include meal preparation, giving medication, helping with showers, or sponge baths, driving to doctor's...
Ana can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ana and her sister in law cared for my mother. Ana and Judith were the kindest most patient and giving people I have had the pleasure of working with. They cared for my mother. I will be forever greatful to these ladies. They are wonderful."
Geralyn L.
5.0
(1)
I started cleaning houses professionally in 2013 with a Maid service company. Since then I have worked on my own cleaning and organizing for many families. I love working one on one with a client to understand their specific needs for organization and areas of stress so that we can develop systems that will bring them long-term...
Madeline can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hi there!
I've retired from a human services career and now have the opportunity to do something else that gives me a lot of joy!
In the past few years I've taken care of just 6 clients, most with some form of dementia. I do this work p/t and with few clients in order to avoid burnout or assembly line care. I'm invested in...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"My mom has dementia and has been living with us for 15 months. During this time, Ellen has been one of her regular caretakers. Ellen is good-humored, personable, kind, helpful, caring, flexible, insightful, and patient. She made a truly personal connection with us...
Ana H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience in caring for the elderly (Dementia / Alzheimer's) and physically challenged individuals. I can also help with transportation services and personal care.
Nadine can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
5.0
"I cannot express how amazing Nadine is! She has been providing care for my elderly mother (82) and awe could not have picked a better person to do it.
My mom is ridged, stubborn and all the things that come with age, but somehow Nadine broke through that and...
Denise M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Highland, NY
Kaitlyn K.
5.0
Kaitly helped with housekeeping meal prep and then babysitting for my two kids (2.5 and 5). She was so helpful and up for helping in whatever way she could! Highly recommend her ❤️
- Jaime R.
Agrey B.
5.0
If you are looking for a warm, competent, professional caregiver for your loved one, Agrey is absolutely the person for the job. I can say with confidence that my mother would not have recovered as thoroughly and readily from her recent surgery without Agrey's care.
From the first phone...
- Care member
Megan D.
5.0
I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Megan.who she is wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and capable CNA to our elderly client.
I personally hired Megan as part of our Homecare Team, at a point where our client required a high level of assistance and...
- Care member
Theresa B.
5.0
Theresa is reliable thorough and friendly - best housekeeper we've ever had
- Brendan M.
Tanya J.
5.0
Tanya is the best! She babysits for our 15 month old son once a week. She is very responsible, and she has done an incredible job of connecting with our son when he was nervous about being around new people. They have so much fun together now! Tanya is awesome!
- Karen S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Highland, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Highland, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Highland, 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 Highland, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Highland, NY is $25.38 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 Highland, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Highland, 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 Highland, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Highland, 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 Highland, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Highland, 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.
Ratings for Highland, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Highland, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.