Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in McDonald, PA
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Find therapy dogs in McDonald, PA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in McDonald, PA
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in McDonald, PA
I have 6 years working with epileptic, ASD, and special needs children at a local hospital. I am particularly experienced with pediatric seizure disorders and emergency situations. Please reach out with any questions. I would love to help.
Single mother to a 5-year-old who had 10+ years of experience with special needs children/adults, infants, toddler, school-aged children. Looking for a day time position, while my son is in school that is part-time or as needed. Would prefer to watch the child in my home, that is pet friendly and child-proof within South...
Corie T.
Canonsburg, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Summer Childcare And Learning Support - South Hills Of Pittsburgh
I am currently seeking part time childcare and tutoring opportunities for school aged children for the Summer of 2024. My availability is June 11 - August 16, after 1 p.m. each day through the evenings. Some weekends are available as well.
I currently work as a 5th grade special education paraprofessional in the Upper Saint...
Janice R.
Canonsburg, PA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Computer, calendar management, organization, product research, filing, customer service, correspondence, mail processing, bill paying, scheduling/overseeing repair maintenance
Janice can also help with: Grocery shopping
I have been a childcare provider for close to 25 years. My experience involves; care from newborn child to 12 years old, with a maximum of five children, in a loving and nurturing environment, meal preparation, travel to and from activities, school, doctors and more, care for sick children and excellent communication with...
Madeline M.
Coraopolis, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Loving, Patient Pet Sitter Available To Help With All Your Pet Needs!
5.0
(1)
Hi, I have been caring for families' pets/animals for about 10 years now! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and am a certified babysitter with CPR training. Almost every family I have encountered over the years have had at least one furry friend that I would also get to take care of! Also, if you are avidly...
Madeline can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
Latawsha T.
West Mifflin, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, responsible. CURRENTLY CPR Certified. Cert In Occupational Therapy And CNA .PT/As Needed
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
LOVING, RELIABLE, PATIENT ; 10 plus years of paid babysitting/nanny experience.(NON SMOKER)Comfortable with pets. I have cared for children from newborn up. I am CPR certified. Certified in Occupational Therapy. I have 15 plus years of healthcare experience as well. I LOVE children. I enjoy taking my babes to the park, taking...
Latawsha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Latawsha is awesome! She is very caring
,loving and will do anything for anybody. She is definitely a hard worker, always on time and very friendly also easy to get along with and persons able. I have known Latawsha 11 plus years. She is just an all around good...
Alex F.
5.0
(1)
If you would like to book me please message me. Please don't use the booking feature on here :)
Experience household manager. I have experience with everything from calendar management, to hiring contractors, grocery shopping, subscription management, meal prep, etc...
I'm very passionate about my job, I've worked hard to get...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"very good service, she takes very good care of our Dog Thank you for working so well with our schedule."
Rita D.
Caroline S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of pet service experience ranging from sitting to walking! I can't wait to meet your furry babies :)
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Ashley K.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and reliable house cleaner with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining a spotless, organized home environment. Proficient in a wide range of cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, sanitizing surfaces, and deep cleaning kitchens and bathrooms. I take pride in delivering thorough and...
Ashley can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Ashley is fantastic! I am pretty particular when I clean, and she met all of my expectations and more. She was attentive to detail and truly went over and beyond (!). She is very personable, easy to communicate with, and quick to respond. I definitely do not want...
Shannon F.
5.0
(4)
Hello, I am a South hills resident that is willing to travel for work.
I have established and performed all aspects of a successful cleaning service consisting of both residential and commercial clients for 17 years.
I currently handled all administrative aspects of my business including bookkeeping, scheduling, and marketing...
Amy can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Amy is a very caring and friendly person . She goes out of her way to be helpful. She treats me and my home with the upmost respect. I truly look forward to the days she helps me. I have no concerns if she's
here and I have to be out of my home. I have...
karen G.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am currently a fur baby owner and lover. I have always grown up with dogs/cats/small mammals, so I have many years experienced in the animal husbandry field. I presently have 4 dogs and 1 cats of my own along with a Chinese Beta fish. In the past, besides my current list of animals. I have also personally owned birds,...
Amy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have hired Amy for both pet sitting and housecleaning. She is always on time and does a thorough job, doing little things you would never expect! She works quickly and efficiently. She's very friendly and has an easy going personality. My dog really loves her,...
Madeline R.
Dianna M.
Aliquippa, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and consistent caregiver. I have a total of 8 years experience. I have experience with bathing, dressing, companion care, medication management, and providing services to adults with special needs. I am also well versed in working with clients with Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Senior care...
Dianna can also help with: Personal care, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We started working with Dianna to provide care and companionship for my 93-year-old mother. She has been a joy to work with and is always punctual, reliable, and sincere with her care to my mother. She plays games, hold conversations and provides hygiene care when...
Jeanne G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently watching a very active 5-year-old girl. I make her meals and a snack and light housekeeping. We use instructional materials for guided, interactive development and play. I take her to her many activities which includes swimming lessons, piano lessons, etc. We go to playgrounds, museums, the library, pool, splash...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We love having Susan in our home and will greatly miss her! She is very patient, engaging, and fun with our 2 year old. Susan has been with us for 7 months but is leaving to look for fewer hours (we currently are 50 hours/week).
She has been diligent about...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30+ years of Healthcare experience both in clinical and home settings. I love working in a client's home, getting to know them, and providing the care they need to remain in their home and stay as independent as possible. I am also able to communicate with physicians and others to coordinate appointments, request refills,...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I hired Mary to work with my mom who was 91 1/2 years old. She had suffered a stroke, then was diagnosed with rectal cancer. She has exceptional clinical and nursing skills. Although I worked in health care, Mary was a strong advocate for my mom with multiple...
Linda D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love caring for others and helping them to be as happy and as healthy as possible.
My experience includes a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I can use and maintain feeding tube, tracheostomy tube, IV's, respiratory equipment, suction equipment, physical therapy equipment and aids.
Theresa can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Theresa provides excellent care. She is compassionate and truly shows that she cares about the individuals in her care. She is a reliable care provider. "
Lindsey H.
Jacqueline J.
Pittsburgh, PA
$22-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Mature, Active, And Fun-Loving Full/Part Time Nanny
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm interested in becoming a part/full time nanny for the right family. I am an active and fit 61-year-old, retired from massage therapy and dental hygiene. I regularly swim, walk, hike, and do yoga. I belong to a book club and love to read both fiction and non-fiction. I eat healthy and enjoy cooking new nutritious recipes....
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie as been a god-send for my daughter. She has taken the initiative to find activities for the two of them to do that are both fun and educational. She has been very flexible with scheduling, as my schedule varies day to day."
Jessica Ashley K.
Gianna G.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a grad student at the University of Pittsburgh looking for part time work. For three years, I worked at a daycare with children aged three months to five years. I've also worked for families, providing daycare for infants aged 3 months to 1 year. I am pursuing a doctorate in Health and Rehabilitation while studying...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gianna watched our 3 month old son for 3-4 days a week through the summer. She was extremely flexible, always on time and offered to stay late, as needed. She was helpful in getting him on a schedule and making sure he was always entertained (tummy time, going...
Taylor W.
5.0
(3)
Cleaning is my therapy. I treat everyone's home as my own. I love organizing and folding laundry, weird I know
Michelle can also help with: Carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"She's a Great organizer and very honest!"
Leah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 of experience from ages 2 months , to 13 years old. I can help with Transportation , Grocery Shopping , play time , nap time, dinner , summer activities, educational lessons, housekeeping and much more !
I currently service Battle Creek, Kalamazoo and places in between both cities !
Jessica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I found Jessica, and she was literally a god send. She was punctual and polite upon first meeting her . She started two days and had been with our family ever since. My son grew a bond with her so quickly and now i call her my friend. She has always been respectful...
Dakyevah H.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in McDonald, PA
Latawsha T.
5.0
Amazing with the kids and very friendly!
- Care member
Elizabeth A.
5.0
very good service, she takes very good care of our Dog Thank you for working so well with our schedule.
- Rita D.
Ashley K.
5.0
We hired Ashley to help us with our final move out clean. She was communicative, quick to respond and incredibly flexible. She was on time and kept me updated on any openings and schedule changes when she was able to squeeze me in lasts minute. We walked into the apartment and my husband said, "It's...
- Alison B.
Amy M.
5.0
Amy has made life a lot easier for a busy working mom! It is so nice coming home to a clean house with toys put away after a crazy day at work. I feel very comfortable having Amy in my home while no one is there, and she is great with my kids and my dog. Not only does she do a thorough clean, I...
- Charlene S.
Amy M.
5.0
I have hired Amy for both pet sitting and housecleaning. She is always on time and does a thorough job, doing little things you would never expect! She works quickly and efficiently. She's very friendly and has an easy going personality. My dog really loves her, he's always excited to see her. I've...
- Madeline R.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in McDonald, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in McDonald, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in McDonald, 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 McDonald, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in McDonald, PA is $13.33 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 McDonald, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in McDonald, 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 McDonald, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in McDonald, 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 McDonald, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in McDonald, 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 McDonald, PA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in McDonald, PA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.