Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Johnston, RI
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Find therapy dogs in Johnston, RI that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Johnston, RI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Johnston, RI
Susan A.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional And Compassionate Caregiver Over 17 Years Experience With Diverse Clients.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
-Over 17 years experience in private home care after leaving hospital.
-Fully Covid-19 vaccinated
-Reliable and Flexible with my own transportation.
-Services include: medication and dosage, personal care and hygiene, meal preparation, light house duties, transportation and scheduling of doctors and therapy...
Susan can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Susan has been the anchor for my Mom's overnights. She is an incredible person. She is extremely skilled at what she does - including allowing my Mom independence when she needs it, being a comforting companion when things are rough and making sure my Mom stays...
Mindy S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm providing a professional and personalized cleaning services.
Home, offices, apt etc. I'm going to do Whatever you need, I'm sure you gonna be very clean your home, offices or apt.
Katherine can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Katherine did a wonderful job! Everything way very clean, and she was fast!"
Jared H.
5.0
(1)
My name is Monique I was born in Jamaica, I enjoy helping others and providing services to people who need it I am a Cna at Kent hospital and I love my job because every day I go into work I meet different people and I love that especially when I make them smile.. I am also married with two wonderful children and I enjoy going...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning
5.0
"She is excellent worker and she exceeds beyond standards of care, she very efficient and reliable employee."
Care member
Valerie K.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 21 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have worked in a skilled nursing facility and on Alzheimer units. The past 6 years I have had 2 live in jobs that were Approximately three years each.
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Valerie was wonderful for our family - a perfect fit! She is very friendly and was very respectful to my mom and to the whole family. She went above and beyond in her position, and easily communicated any concerns. You couldn't go wrong hiring Val!"
Erica J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 13 years childcare experience, both personally and professionally. I began babysitting at a young age and continued to do so throughout high school and college. I am also a certified occupational therapy assistant with 5 years of pediatric experience, which provides me with a deep understanding of how to best...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amy took care of our 2 year old son while my wife recovered from hip surgery. She took good care of him and also managed to do all of our laundry and dishes too. She also assisted my wife with various things (meals, etc) during her first couple of weeks post op....
David G.
Lisa G.
Warwick, RI
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lisa. I have been pet sitting on and off for 6 years I went back to school for a while so had to close acct due to my studies . I am an extreme animal lover . All pets I care for are loved and treated as my own I myself have 2 dogs 3 cats of my own I have fostered abused dogs and cats. I know how difficult and...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I interviewed Lisa and she was very knowledgeable about dogs. She was ontime just as we discussed and took care of feeding and playtime! She even picked up after them. I would absolutely hire Lisa again. Thank you Lisa!"
David L.
Leslie H.
Warwick, RI
$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."
Linda W.
5.0
(1)
Hi folks! My full-time care job that started at 8 weeks with a beautiful infant is transitioning to part-time daycare! I am so happy for him! I specialize in early infant care from 8 weeks to 18 months. I have my own fully furnished home environment for infants including crib, playpen, puppets, outdoor play area with sand and...
Kiersten can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiersten is fabulous with our 2 year old -- she is always asking when we will see her again. She projects calm in an atmosphere that can sometimes be chaotic, and handles two opinionated potty-training toddlers with aplomb."
Care member
5.0
(33)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I encourage you to read the reviews families have left for me. You can also ask for their references if you're considering my services. I can adapt very well to the needs of your family and I'm always ready to have some fun over a board game or a sport related game outside. I work with-in everything relating to childcare. I am...
Jose can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've had Jose watch our son for times ranging from a few hours to a full weekend and have no complaints. Our son enjoys his time with Jose and looks forward to his continued visits. "
Chris D.
I have owned animals my entire life. I have just recently got a dog who I have been training to be a therapy dog. I am comfortable taking care of all animals from various lizards to rabbits to cats.
Gianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Maryanne H.
Cranston, RI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I worked as a pet sitter for Furry Fellas for about 6 months. I've been caring for my own dog for 14 years. I am certified in animal massage therapy.
I enjoy caring for dogs & cats.
Maryanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am available for pet care services, as well as odd jobs.
Emily can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
I'm a friendly pet lover that has been around animals for 45+ years! I've had a dog since I was 5 and now have the flexibility to take care of your pets! I can help with Boarding/ Pet Walking/ Feeding/ and Play Time in the park! If you are headed out of town or busy at work I'm always around to take care of your loved animals at...
Wayne can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Kristen M.
Warwick, RI
$20-50/hr
Hello!! My name is Kristen and I have my masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I have two children and assisted in caring for my father through end of life care. I am patient and trustworthy and love to help those around me! Look forward to connecting soon!
Kristen can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Julianna C.
Providence, RI
$15-20/hr
Pet lover happy to help with any care needs! I've had several animals throughout my life - dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, etc but specialize in dog care. My dogs have always been large, pit mixes so I am super comfortable with any dog! I am very active and affectionate and have cared for dogs through all their stages of life,...
Julianna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Alden C.
Providence, RI
$10-15/hr
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting services. I love animals and I can feed them, bathe them, walk them, and most definitely play with them.
Alden can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I am offering boarding or walking services. I have worked for multiple families while living in Denver, Colorado and now I hope to do the same in Rhode Island. I am available any day of the week for dog boarding and I am happy to board at your house or mine. I will spend time outside playing with your...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have house sat for a couple on a pet care services and family friends. I love going for long walks and often take my aunts dogs with me. I can over night house/dog sit, dog walk, or visit to feed, let the dog out, and light clean up if the dog had an accident inside.
Cassandra can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
I am an occupational therapist in the Providence Public School District. Despite not being a licensed teacher, I am familiar with the education setting and am currently in school to receive my doctorate of occupational therapy.
I am a fully credentialed high school English teacher with a Masters in Education available for mentoring and life coaching.
As a life coach with experience guiding young people with diverse backgrounds, I help teenagers and young adults build confidence, set meaningful goals, and navigate a variety of challenges. My approach...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Johnston, RI
Susan A.
5.0
Susan has been the anchor for my Mom's overnights. She is an incredible person. She is extremely skilled at what she does - including allowing my Mom independence when she needs it, being a comforting companion when things are rough and making sure my Mom stays safe. She has good ideas for how...
- Mindy S.
Katherine D.
5.0
Katherine did a wonderful job! Everything way very clean, and she was fast!
- Jared H.
Monique M.
5.0
She is excellent worker and she exceeds beyond standards of care, she very efficient and reliable employee.
- Care member
Valerie K.
5.0
Valerie was wonderful for our family - a perfect fit! She is very friendly and was very respectful to my mom and to the whole family. She went above and beyond in her position, and easily communicated any concerns. You couldn't go wrong hiring Val!
- Erica J.
Amy G.
5.0
Amy took care of our 2 year old son while my wife recovered from hip surgery. She took good care of him and also managed to do all of our laundry and dishes too. She also assisted my wife with various things (meals, etc) during her first couple of weeks post op. Our son was right in the midst of his...
- David G.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Johnston, RI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Johnston, RI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Johnston, RI, 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 Johnston, RI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Johnston, RI is $18.43 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 Johnston, RI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Johnston, RI. 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 Johnston, RI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Johnston, RI, 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 Johnston, RI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Johnston, RI, 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.