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Therapy dogs in Mercer Island, WA
Guille T.
Mercer Island, WA
$17-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a dog lover with over 5 years of experience in care and training. I've worked in shelters and offer dog walking and pet sitting services, using positive training techniques to create a happy and healthy environment for dogs
Guille can also help with: Pet walking
Sabrina W.
Mercer Island, WA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I offer in-home dog sitting services. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I can also bathe and do simple grooming.
My own dog lived to be 24 years old. She was old, toothless, blind, had a deep, hoarse voice, and always jumped up and wagged her tail to cheer whenever she saw me.
Mara D.
Mercer Island, WA
$17-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Mara, I'm currently in my second year of college studying Business.. I have many years caring for dogs and other animals, as my first job was a dog walker/pet sitter! I offer dog walking as well as pet sitting services, and I am willing to give your pets a bath. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes and ages,...
Mara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Mara D.
Mercer Island, WA
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced And Reliable Morning Nanny Available Part-Time
Hello!
My name is Mara, and I have over 9 years of experience working with children, including 4 years as a nanny caring for children ages 1 to 5. I started providing childcare and spent 3 years offering specialized care for a child with special needs.
I'm a non-smoker with a clean driving record, spotless background checks,...
Mara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Brazilian experienced in helping families with different tasks, from full care of children of different ages, time management for different activities, planning family vacations and controlling and replenishing groceries, preparing meals, quoting extra services, scheduling appointments, and other tasks necessary for the family ....
Karoline can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jillian K.
Mercer Island, WA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have over six years of tutoring experience working with students ranging from kindergarten to freshman year of college. I graduated high school with a 3. 96 GPA and currently have an undergraduate GPA of 3. 72 as a Biochemistry major. This school year, I am School-Outreach Coordinator for Slo Cal Tutors, a Cal Poly club that...
Jillian K.
Mercer Island, WA
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Jillian and I recently graduated with a B. S. in Biochemistry from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo! I have a little over 7 years of childcare experience and I am interested in assisting a family in need of a part-time nanny, tutor, and/or occasional babysitting services. I also have over six years of tutoring...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Suzan D.
Mercer Island, WA
$65-110/hr • 7 yrs exp
Unlock The Potential In Writing And Critical Thinking!
As a certified English teacher with seven years of experience, I am dedicated to helping students excel in all subjects through the following:
- Structured paragraph and essay writing
- Analytic reading and interpretation of literature and informational text
- Distinguishing fact from opinion and identifying reliable...
Natalie W.
Mercer Island, WA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always had a strong passion for nurturing children's growth and development, which is why I'm excited to offer my services as a childcare provider. My three years of experience have equipped me with the skills to provide excellent care for children of all ages, from infants to 11-year-olds.
I'm known for my patience and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I find cleaning to be therapeutic. I am fully vaccinated and I can provide my own transportation, cleaning supplies and materials. Looking for a regular or full time assignment. I can double as a tutor if your family needs it. I currently live in Fort Worth, but I am willing to service the DFW area. I have a flexible schedule...
5.0
"Chloe takes wonderful care of our house and dog when we are gone. Our dog is high needs and stays in our house rather than going to a pet hotel. Chloe is caring and our difficult dog absolutely loves her. Chloe follows instructions to the letter and sends frequent...
April C.
Maya D.
Seattle, WA
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Student, Lovers Of Pups, And Kitties! Creative Fun maker, Your Pet's New Favorite!
5.0
(2)
I am a part-time student with 7+ years of pet care experience, as I owned my own in-home pet-sitting service, and had many satisfied clients. I have experience working with large and small dogs, puppies, or elders, experience bathing and grooming, as well as dogs in need of special medical attention. I am always finding new...
Maya can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Maya to help with our new puppy (mid-day dog potty breaks and play time). We have 2 dogs and Maya is reliable, punctual, had good communication, and the dogs loved her. She has a very calm demeanor that was great for our energetic dogs. Scheduling was...
Lisa G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there my name is Karla. I have over 24 year experience working with animals. I'm restarting my profile after taking a short break from private pet care.
I offer care and check in services for all types pets and have extensive experience working with dogs, cats, fish, birds, rodents, reptiles, amphibians and arachnids. There...
Karla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Karla is caring, careful, reliable and compassionate. She treats our cats as if they are her own. I don't trust anyone else to care for them while we are away! She is thorough in her daily duties and goes the extra mile to make our cats feel loved and happy. Hire...
Terry S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional Certified Nursing Assistant licensed through the state of WA for over 14 years working in a variety of settings. I started this career path with work experience in an Assisted Living facility and worked closely with folks battling Dementia. I then transitioned for the next 7 years into a rural critical...
Carolyn can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I've known Carolyn for 6 years and what a wonderful human being. She is generous, caring and always has a smile on her face. I just love her upbeat and positive outlook towards everything. You won't be disappointed and I can guarantee she will brighten your day...
Kelly S.
Alyssa F.
Bellevue, WA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Alyssa and I am in grad school (online) at Colorado Christian University working towards my license in marriage and family therapy. I love kids, and through my most recent job as a family specialist, I have worked with a full spectrum of temperaments. I'm extremely patient, flexible, compassionate, and love to have fun...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyssa was great. She watched our 2 young kids while we were at dinner, got them both fed and down for bed. She was very communicative and professional."
Care member
Ezgi A.
Seattle, WA
$21/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello!
I'm Ezgi, a third year bioengineering student with a passion for caring for children. I have extensive experience in cleaning, babysitting, and tutoring.
Over the past four years, I have had the joy of working with children aged from 6 months to 11 years old, providing attentive and responsible babysitting services....
Ezgi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She looked after my dog. Very kind and respectful. I think my dog likes her more than me now😂"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Ander, I am a 2nd year Occupational Therapy student at UW. I have been baby sitting/nannying on and off for over 10 years. Most recently, I've been working for Seattle Public Schools as an OT intern. I have experience working with children with down syndrome and autism. I am comfortable helping kids transition...
Ander can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ander is kind, reliable, professional and sensitive to children’s unique sensibilities. Ander was always able to accommodate scheduling needs and my son always enjoyed their time together. I highly recommend. "
Care member
Aleksandra D.
Seattle, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Love Working With Children, It Is My Passion. I Am Very Patient, Calm And Creative.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate of the University of Wroclaw, with a master's degree in Psychology. I gained professional experience by conducting educational and general development classes with the participation of a dog (dog therapy) for children in nurseries, kindergartens, schools, including institutions with an integration profile, and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aleksandra was a life saver for me. She was punctual, my kid loved playing with her and she really exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend her!"
Iva Z.
Chantel M.
Seattle, WA
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Nanny With MA In Art Therapy And LPC
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked at a school for children with special needs for the last 4 years and I have been nannying part time as well for a family with 3 children for almost 5 years.
Yodit T.
Seattle, WA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi
I'm interested to work for your loved one. I have over 10 years of elderly, cancer clients, Alzheimer/dementia and special care experience. I have CNA, Phlebotomy and First Aid certification. My care services are tailored to meet your specific needs but not limited. For example administration of medications, feeding/ feeding...
Yodit can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Our family LOVES Yodit! Yodit served us by caring for our Dad. She is kind, very skilled and a wonderful companion. She goes above and beyond in everything she does. She's also a very good cook. Most importantly, Yodit put our Dad first and genuinely cared for...
Jennifer F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Charlotte! I spent 4 years working as a program coordinator for elementary students with Southwest Youth & Family Services. In this role, I led an after school program aimed at closing learning gaps for recent immigrant and refugee students. In addition, I served as a home visitor in a national early learning campaign...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charlotte helped me out with very little notice for daily care for my son while I had to go to work. She came over so I could meet her and take her through the routine the evening prior. She was on time and in great spirit. She was comfortable and played well with...
Kelli M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mercer Island, WA
Chloe B.
5.0
Chloe takes wonderful care of our house and dog when we are gone. Our dog is high needs and stays in our house rather than going to a pet hotel. Chloe is caring and our difficult dog absolutely loves her. Chloe follows instructions to the letter and sends frequent updates when asked. I wouldn't want...
- April C.
Maya D.
5.0
We hired Maya to help with our new puppy (mid-day dog potty breaks and play time). We have 2 dogs and Maya is reliable, punctual, had good communication, and the dogs loved her. She has a very calm demeanor that was great for our energetic dogs. Scheduling was easy, and she gave us ample notice...
- Lisa G.
Karla S.
5.0
Karla did a wonderful job watching our dog and two cats. She managed their routines, medications, etc. and was very good at communicating. I can tell she loves animals and I would definitely hire her again!
- Bridget C.
Carolyn N.
5.0
Our family was incredibly fortunate to have Carolyn care for my 90 + year old grandparents. As the family members, it was amazing to have someone with such professionalism and communication keep us up to date on everything that was going on. For my grandparents, she brought a level of organization...
- Lauren C.
Alyssa F.
5.0
Alyssa was great. She watched our 2 young kids while we were at dinner, got them both fed and down for bed. She was very communicative and professional.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mercer Island, WA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mercer Island, WA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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 Mercer Island, WA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mercer Island, WA is $26.00 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 Mercer Island, WA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mercer Island, WA. 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 Mercer Island, WA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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 Mercer Island, WA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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.