Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Homestead, PA
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Find therapy dogs in Homestead, PA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Homestead, PA
The average posted rate is $12/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Homestead, PA
Diana V.
Pittsburgh, PA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
am looking to be of service part-time for someone that you love and want to have someone care for them when you cannot be there.
In my apartment complex there are many elderly residents that I help with depending upon their particular needs.
I have transportation so that I or could go out and go shopping. I also can help with...
Diana can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Diana has been an asset to our home. She is kind, empathetic and caring. She’s always coming up with new ideas to keep my mom awake/alert - crafts, games, etc. My mom enjoys having her around. She is also a Eucharistic minister and brings my mom communion. She is...
Care member
Reitumetse M.
Pittsburgh, PA
$19-26/hr
Passionate Caregiver: Embracing Every Age With Love And Support I Believe In Promoting Wellbeing
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families. I'm very dependable, fun and loving I am offering child care, senior care, and household services.
I love being a babysitter and have been caring toddlers, and kids for 3yrs. My responsibilities have included occasional kids laundry, helping with homework, meal preparation, play time and a very great encourage....
Reitumetse can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Reitumetse has been an amazing babysitter for my son over the past year. She is responsible, caring, and always reliable. My son loves spending time with her, and I appreciate her patience and attentiveness. She goes above and beyond to ensure he is safe, engaged,...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shania! I am 28 and have a BS is psychology. Prior to this, I was a behavior specialist for adults with disabilities in a residential program, then worked on Allegheny county's Dual Diagnosis Treatment team for individuals with ID and acute mental health care needs. I found my way to this field through a summer...
5.0
"Shania is an excellent care taker. She is reliable, responsible, compassionate and fun. We're so grateful for her time with our kids. They adore her and we are sad that she doesn't live closer!"
Sarah L.
I grew up with dogs and love them. I am comfortable with large dogs, as I grew up with a bullmastiff. I have not had experience in the past with paid pet care, but I am very flexible. I am a doctoral student in physical therapy school looking to make some money with a flexible schedule as I am in my clinical rotations.
I'd...
Matthw can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a therapist during the days, and have worked with older children and teens in therapy and in schools. I also have experience as a babysitter for all ages including infants. I love children and babies and am also comfortable with pets!
Lucy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I am a positive and reliable graduate student in my last year of Occupational Therapy school at the University of Pittsburgh that loves all animals! I have grown up with pets (dogs, cats, fish) all my life and have had experience caring for other animals for the past 7 years. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to...
Madelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Laura P.
Pittsburgh, PA
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am an enthusiastic, reliable physical therapy student in the Bloomfield area who is available to work weekday evenings and occasional weekends with house sitting. I, myself, am a dog owner to a VERY active labradoodle, chihuahua, and German Shepherd. This being said, I am very comfortable with dogs of all ages, sizes, and...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up with two dogs (both rescues, one who had special needs coming from a previously abusive environment). I learned to ride and care for horses at summer camps during my childhood and volunteered at an equine therapy center throughout high school. I currently live with two cats, Pierogi and Parsnip. I am reliable and care...
Henry can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kristen K.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!! I'm a 22-year-old music therapy intern who loves caring for furry friends as a side job! I have plenty of experiencing caring for cats, dogs, birds, and lizards.
Kristen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been doing pet care for five years part time I'm also a hairdresser and a massage therapy. I love people as well as animals all kinds of animals. Lately I enjoy being around animals a lot. And my loving kind considerate person very reliable own transportation and am available almost anytime right now.
Susan can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Jamie M.
Pittsburgh, PA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi There! My Name Is Jamie, I'm A Creative 24 Year Old Offering Child Care And Household Services!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as warm, enthusiastic, and compassionate
I like working with kids because I believe every child deserves love, care, and attention. I appreciate the opportunity to provide that.
I'm looking for a job that provides me with new experiences and challenges, and allows me to help a child develop into a...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
In addition to growing up with a dog that I took care of, I've also looked after neighbors' cats and dogs and am reliable and responsible. Detail-oriented, my service is thorough and customer-centric.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi,
My name is Oré and I am looking for a part-time position while I study for my occupation therapy board exam. I completed my rotation at a skilled nursing facility. Therefore, I know how important it is to work on ADLs and IADL's. I pay immense detail to function, maintenence and quality of life. I also think a little humor...
Ore can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification
Skills:
CPR
I have a small cleaning company. I work for Monty"s cleaning service for a year cleaning bars
Michelle can also help with: Pet waste cleanup, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
Morgan K.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a second year student in University of Pittsburgh's occupational therapy program. I am in my last year of school and would love to babysit on the days I am not in class. I have experience with children and would love to help out in any way!
Morgan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth H.
Pittsburgh, PA
$23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as responsible, compassionate, and honest.
I like working with kids because they're pure hearted they haven't been exposed to real life and they make every day a lot more enjoyable.
One thing you should know about me is I am a graduate student at the University of Pittsburgh getting my doctorate in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emily S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently an occupational therapy graduate student. I have always loved working with children and am hoping to have a job in pediatrics once I graduate. My previous related experiences include working as a summer camp counselor, volunteering with Special Olympics Young Athletes, and most recently working as a substitute...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Allison T.
Pittsburgh, PA
$26-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Allison, I am currently a 3rd graduate student at the University of Pittsburgh studying Occupational Therapy. senior care available
Isabel T.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Isabel and I'm an occupational therapy doctoral student in the Pittsburgh area. I am hoping to work in pediatrics after graduation. I have professional experience working at several childcare centers and have additional experience in babysitting. My personality is calm and patient while also being fun and...
Isabel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Last year I trained a yellow lab named Yeva for about 8 months before she went off to specific training in order to be a service dog. I love all animals and would be excited to work with yours!
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Homestead, PA
Diana V.
5.0
Diana has been an asset to our home. She is kind, empathetic and caring. She’s always coming up with new ideas to keep my mom awake/alert - crafts, games, etc. My mom enjoys having her around. She is also a Eucharistic minister and brings my mom communion. She is punctual and flexible in case we...
- Care member
Reitumetse M.
5.0
Reitumetse has been an amazing babysitter for my son over the past year. She is responsible, caring, and always reliable. My son loves spending time with her, and I appreciate her patience and attentiveness. She goes above and beyond to ensure he is safe, engaged, and happy. I highly recommend her...
- Care member
Shania B.
5.0
We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Homestead, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Homestead, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Homestead, PA, 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 Homestead, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Homestead, PA is $12.67 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 Homestead, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Homestead, PA. 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 Homestead, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Homestead, PA, 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 Homestead, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Homestead, PA, 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 Homestead, PA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Homestead, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.