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 March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Johnston, RI
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: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
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"Katherine did a wonderful job! Everything way very clean, and she was fast!"
Jared H.
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services
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: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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.
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(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a creative, outgoing, communicative nanny with a love of the outdoors and arts. I have lived all over the world and love to travel. After majoring in art therapy in college, I moved to RI and taught private 1-on-1 art classes from 2013 to 2019. I also began full-time nannying in 2014, working with multiple families for both...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is a fantastic sitter. She did very well in the interview and managed to impress our family panel of interviewers. We hired her to care for my 6 and 4 year old boys while I was working. She was punctual and very flexible with our changing schedule. My kids...
Craig B.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As a single mom, it's hard finding someone reliable, dependable, and trustworthy with your children. But KoVu (Jose) went above and beyond taking care of my boys during a three day overnight weekend. He had previously taken care of my boys during regular hours,...
Rebeca G.
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: Pet transportation, dog training, 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: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Caandra A.
Smithfield, RI
$15-20/hr
I have two years of hands-on experience fostering dogs, where I provided a safe, loving temporary home for each pet until they found their forever families. During this time, I cared for dogs of various sizes and temperaments, honing my skills in daily care, feeding, exercise, and behavior monitoring. This experience taught me...
Caandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am currently an Occupational Therapy masters student. I have great experience with writing, as well as science. I love helping people learn and am very patient.
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: Meal prep, respite care, dementia, errands, light cleaning
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 sitting, pet walking
Ileam S.
North Providence, RI
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Caring Elderly Companion, Autism Caregiver & Household Helper
Compassionate and experienced caregiver with over six years dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to families. I have two years of companion care experience, specializing in elderly support, ensuring comfort, safety, and companionship during daily activities and recovery periods. Additionally, I have one year of...
Ileam can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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 sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Johnston, RI
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.
Michelle L.
5.0
Michelle is a fantastic sitter. She did very well in the interview and managed to impress our family panel of interviewers. We hired her to care for my 6 and 4 year old boys while I was working. She was punctual and very flexible with our changing schedule. My kids can be challenging at times but...
- Craig B.
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 $18.38 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 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.