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60 therapy dogs are listed in Killingworth, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Killingworth, CT
Pauline C.
Chester, CT
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi
My name is Pauline, I am self employed doing home heath care.. which also includes me doing housekeeping if needed. I have come to notice many families are in need of extra help around the house partly due too working from home because of the pandemic in addition to growing their family. I have always liked cleaning ,...
Pauline can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I have had many pets of my own over the years. I have provided pet sitting services for others.
Robin can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming, boarding, pet walking & more
Chelsy K.
Clinton, CT
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Chelsy and I am 30 years old. I have a 4-month-old little boy and a 7-year-old Staffordshire Terrier. I love animals and have owned many of all kinds. I have been providing pet services for over 5 years. I provide pet sitting and services, walking, and feeding. When I come to care for your pets I provide pet...
Chelsy can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I have always been a pet lover, growing up I had all kinds of pets big & small. As an adult I now have 2 dogs and 2 cats. I also have years of professional animal care experience with working at The CT Humane Society as well as dog walking & petsitting for Pet Education & Therapy as well as here on Care. com. I look forward to...
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Angela is wonderful when it comes to pet care. She has cared for my 2 dogs a few times now and they love her visits. She is always on time and gives each of my boys lots of attention when she visits. I enjoy having a reliable person who loves my pets just as much...
Chantal K.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can never replace you while you are gone, but I can distract him or her with a nice massage and cuddle.
I have experience with dogs, cats, birds and small animals such as guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and rabbits. I prepare an information sheet for each pet in my service to indicate special needs, responsibilities,...
Michele can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"She's wonderful lady, we had a nice conversation."
Revaz K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Michele and I am a full-time dog walker, dog trainer, overnight pet sitter, and natural pet care blogger. After becoming Certified in animal psychology, animal training, and essential cat and kitten care I began dog walking, and overnight pet sitting full-time. My pet care service includes: daily dog walks,...
Michele can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
" Michelle has gone above and beyond not only as a dog caretaker, but as a dog trainer! She had our puppy mastering basic commands by her third visit! She is patient, knowledgeable and professional. My dogs are my children I trust Michele with my babies 100%! All...
Christine M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I love animals and would love to help you care for your special family member. I believe my experience with dogs and cats along with my kind and caring personality would help fulfill your pets needs. It is my mission to provide the very best care to every pet I help and service.
Kerri can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"My husband and I have hired Kerri over the last few years, to care for our dog Primo ranging from one day to several days while we were away. My husband and I are very particular to whom we choose to care for our dog, for he has been our "baby". We never felt...
Tara M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have know Julia since she was a little girl. I had been her gymnastics coach up until her high school graduation. She is a hard worker, very polite, caring, kind and a very funny person. Genuinely sweet. She had worked some birthday parties for us before she...
earl C.
Chloe S.
Hamden, CT
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am in my last year of the Masters of Occupational Therapy program at Quinnipiac University. I am available for occasional sitting this semester! I have experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring for many families, and love all children. I also was a camp counselor for 4 years. I completed fieldwork...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter loves spending time with Chloe! She keeps her engaged, teaches her new games, which she later on plays by herself. Chloe is very punctual and responsible. She responds to texts timely, always shows up in time..
Communicates very well with all family...
Banu K.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Home Health Aide with over 25 years of experience. I can help with Personal Hygiene, Meal Prep, Medical Management and more. I am friendly, welcoming and respectful. I value my job and take pride in my responsibilities. I am dedicated in enhancing the quality of services that I can provide.
Sharda can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I highly recommend Sharda for any job.
If you want a great worker with excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, punctual and faithful you can do no better than Sharda."
Samantha H.
4.7
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Reliable and detail oriented housekeeper with over 3 years experience maintaining the organization and cleanliness in multiple residences and commercial properties. I am skilled at performing numerous cleaning duties such as basic and deep cleaning, sanitation, organizing spaces, and tending to general housekeeping tasks in a...
Natalee can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens & more
3.0
"We liked Natalee very much and hired her to clean our home. Natalee is not reliable and we understand that might be due to recent life changes. She canceled and rescheduled our first walk through, canceled the first cleaning, but rescheduled, changed the day of...
Julie L.
Ljiljana K.
Cheshire, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I provide cat and dog sitting service, I have a lot of experience taking care of animals and making sure that they're happy healthy and enjoying themselves. I only do pet care for one time needs not weekly recurring. I provide pet care for clients going on vacations , booking for client's now .
Ljiljana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Ljiljana was wonderful with my dogs, she took care of them the same way I do. She is comfortable with giving medications, walking and spending time with them. I felt reassured knowing that they were well-cared for by someone who enjoys dogs."
Care member
Paola A.
Hamden, CT
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am an honest, organized, punctual and reliable cleaner, I have excellent references, do not hesitate to contact me if you need my service! Thank you!
PAOLA
5.0
"Amazing work, very professional, hard worker. Definetly recommend and would hire again no question."
Bianca M.
3.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently 30 years of age. Having babysat for numerous local families, I made a decision to take my child care services to the next level. I have worked at two daycare centers in my time and was with them for years. I have taken multiple child care classes and, coupled with the experience from working at the above daycare....
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She is fantastic! She has been so flexible and willing to work with our irregular schedule. My 1 year old loves her - he gets so excited every time she comes over. She is fabulous!"
Anna H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently am working in the healthcare field as a health aide. I help seniors stay healthy and comfortable at home. I provide personal services like running errands, bathing, dressing, and grooming. 10 years ago, I was a nanny for two children, ages 6 and 10. I have babysat young children and toddlers in the past as well....
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn is working with my young adult autistic daughter providing in home and out in the community support. This can be challanging, but Kathryn is patient and responsive to my daughter's needs. She works with me on activity and learning plans and implements them...
John O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Let me briefly introduce myself,
My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....
Melinda can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often...
Andrea L.
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello ,
( I provide house cleaning & organizing
I am a Strong active 60-year-old wife , mom & grand mom I am self employed doing what I love in the health space online . I have time and flexibility in my schedule so I am seeking to add families to my home care schedule , I am an expert in house cleaning & organizing , so if...
Ljiljana can also help with: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Always nice to come home to a clean home with someone I can trust! Lilly has been wonderful, always responsive, and my kids love her too!!!"
Julia M.
Marjorie Z.
East Haven, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marjorie and I am local to your area and I actively have
other clients in your neighborhood. I have years of housekeeping experience
with Excellent prior and current employer references. I am very interested in speaking
to you concerning your post for housekeeping services. I give 110% to make your home
Sparkle and...
Marjorie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Marjorie has been my housekeeper for 10 years and she's very thoughtful, careful and my house always is shining after she's finishef"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Asia! I have worked in-home care jobs for the past 4 years, caring for children and providing cleaning services to multiple families. I am respectful of all homes. I am reliable and detailed. I use mostly organic products. I can preform light to heavy duty cleaning. I can help with move in/ move out one time jobs...
Asia can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Very professional & cleaned my entire property in 5 hours (4 bed 5 bath). Everything was sparkling, Asia is very sweet and hardworking. I would hire again"
Mona M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Killingworth, CT
Angela U.
5.0
Angela is wonderful when it comes to pet care. She has cared for my 2 dogs a few times now and they love her visits. She is always on time and gives each of my boys lots of attention when she visits. I enjoy having a reliable person who loves my pets just as much as she would her own. I can't...
- Chantal K.
Michele M.
5.0
She's wonderful lady, we had a nice conversation.
- Revaz K.
Michele G.
5.0
Michelle has gone above and beyond not only as a dog caretaker, but as a dog trainer! She had our puppy mastering basic commands by her third visit! She is patient, knowledgeable and professional. My dogs are my children I trust Michele with my babies 100%! All three of my dogs have three very...
- Christine M.
Kerri R.
5.0
My husband and I have hired Kerri over the last few years, to care for our dog Primo ranging from one day to several days while we were away. My husband and I are very particular to whom we choose to care for our dog, for he has been our "baby". We never felt comfortable placing him in a kennel,...
- Tara M.
Julia H.
5.0
Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly. Julia is honest about my kids and she...
- Stacy R.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Killingworth, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Killingworth, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Killingworth, CT, 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 Killingworth, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Killingworth, CT is $20.40 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 Killingworth, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Killingworth, CT. 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 Killingworth, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Killingworth, CT, 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 Killingworth, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Killingworth, CT, 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 Killingworth, CT therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Killingworth, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.