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60 therapy dogs are listed in Merrimac, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Merrimac, MA
Kiersten C.
Merrimac MA.
EDUCATION:
-Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
TMS Therapy Tech through Boston Children's
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Certified PCA for a gentleman with disabilities.
11/1/21-present day
-Private cleanings
2017-present day
-Merrimac Fire Department
Merrimac MA, Sept 2020-Present Day
I am the...
Kiersten can also help with: Personal care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Kiersten C
EDUCATION
-Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
TMS Therapy Tech through Boston Children's
WORK EXPERIENCE
-PCA for a gentleman with disabilities. Also for lovely lady with dementia.
11/1/21-present day
-Private cleanings
2017-present day
-Merrimac Fire Department
Merrimac MA, Sept 2020-Present Day
I am...
Hello fellow humans. . Most days you'll find me at our local fire department. Days I'm not at the fire department I provide house keeping/cleaning services. have great refs. I charge $85. 00 - 125. 00 per cleaning. I bring all supplies that are chemical free. I look forward to hearing from you.
Kiersten can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(1)
Local part time Nanny services available. Responsible, reliable and trustworthy. Friendly with pets. Available now.
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Mary has been great for my kids. My toddler loves her and has enjoyed daily walks and visits to the library for story time. We were fortunate to find her."
Anita E.
5.0
(1)
I offer pet care and pet sitting in my home or yours. My services include pet daycare, pet overnight, and dog walking. I am experienced in caring for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and rabbits. I have also fostered. My home provides a large yard enclosed with a 6 foot fence, and the option of using a private room for cats with a cat...
Marie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed....
Nathan D.
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelor of Science Degree and I have worked in health care for over 25 years, currently as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide. I have provided care for individuals including assisting them with daily activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, bathing and dressing, and companionship. This...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lisa is outstanding! When I found out my Mom was going to need care/assistance and someone to "check-in" and spend time with her on a weekly basis, I was nervous I wouldn't be able to find a trustworthy and reliable resource. I was wrong! Lisa was able to help...
Sarah J.
Eliamar R.
Haverhill, MA
$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional, Trustworthy, Friendly, Flexible , Easy To Have Around, Got Done A Great Job.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Eliamar! I am kind, professional, trained, prompt, and flexible, with over 13 years of experience cleaning homes in the North Shore and New Hampshire area. I specialize in helping busy clients, seniors, and families keep their homes spotless.
What I Offer:
Residential Cleaning tailored to your needs: One-time,...
Eliamar can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"I hired Eliamar for a whole house cleaning and was very happy with the work she did. She didn't rush, was very thorough and did a great overall job. I will be hiring her again for future cleanings. I definitely recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have over 15 years of varied experience working with elders. My experience includes working as a special programs case manager and assessing elders needs in their homes and hospital settings. In addition I have a degree in human services and a minor in counseling. I have earned a certificate as a professional organizer and...
Marie can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Marie was the caregiver to my dog Duchess whenever I went on vacation. To say she has a passion for animals is an understatement. My dog Duchess was an old dog who needed a lot of care during the last days of her life. I hired Marie to come to my home a few...
Donna G.
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With over a decade of experience in pet sitting and farm animal care, I offer a range of services to ensure the well-being of your beloved animals. Services include feeding, walking, medicating, habitat cleaning and providing essential one-on-one human interaction. I can assist with pet transportation, accommodating house...
Sheila can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Very friendly and great with the dogs. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi pet parents! I love animals, I have always had a cat or a dog since childhood. I have many years of professional experience as well. I have been a housecleaner for over 30 yrs and during that time many of my clients had trusted me to care for their beloved pet when they were too busy or away. I also worked for a professional...
Robin can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation
5.0
"Robin is diligent, responsible and caring. She took on the challenging task of taking care of our two senior cats (who are high maintenance and require multiple visits per day) with patience and gratitude. Robin goes the extra mile - she is attentive to the...
Catherine O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I am a well experienced caretaker, I done mind running errands, taking you shopping or anything you might need, My main care taking back ground is with dementia and Alzheimer patients. I love to help and I'm very patient. Please reach out so we can chat. I also have experience with neuropathy and helping with...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle is incredible. She's very flexible to our crazy schedules and is an excellent cook, companion, and helper. In the short time she's been helping us, she's made a tremendous impact in our lives. I truly can't say enough nice things about her."
Paul W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed social worker and have been in the field for 8+ years! I have worked in a range of settings, clinical, recreational and in community based family therapy. I primarily love working with youth and families and supporting the family dynamic. I love being outdoors and exploring the creativity and imaginations of...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily has been great working at my summer camp. She is great with kids."
Greg B.
I have been providing reliable and caring dog walking and pet sitting services since 2004. I have taken care of dogs of all ages and sizes.
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Occupational Therapy Assistant for seven years, CNA for five years prior.
CPR and first aid certified.
Comfortable with dogs, clean driving record.
Jacqui can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I offer individualized pet care services in your home for dogs, cats and other pets. I specialize in dog walking for those of you who work long hours; also pet sitting, and pet taxi services to and from your vet and/ or groomer and overnight care if needed. I am an honest, loving, reliable caregiver with a genuine love for...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified and licensed occupational therapy assistant. I have 31 years experience in skilled nursing facilities, vna, psychiatric settings, and school settings . addressing exercise, feeding, dressing, bathing, adaptive equipment needs in the home, safety skills, upper and lower body exercises, dementia care
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
I am a very responsible and caring pet care provider. I have two small dogs of my own. I love dogs and can provide pet sitting in my home or yours. Let out visits. I am available all hours and days of the week.
Kelley can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Lucia C.
Amesbury, MA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I speak English and Spanish. I love cats and dogs. I have 2 Bernese Mountain Dog puppies of my own.
I can provide sitting and walking services, and I'm happy to follow specific requirements to make your pet more comfortable. Don't hesitate to contact me :)
Lucia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Christine. I am a caregiver with 20+ years of experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environments. I have been recognized for my ability to monitor and provide emotional and physical support to patients and staff. I possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity...
Christine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Sarah G.
Amesbury, MA
$40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've Always Had Pets Growing Up And My Love For Them Has Grown Into My Adulthood Even More.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing & fun loving.
I like working with animals because it's the best job in the world! They need us & we need them & because I love animals it's not even a job to me!
I'm looking for a job that enables me to be outside & help with precious pets.
I started working with animals when...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Merrimac, MA
Mary B.
5.0
Mary has been great for my kids. My toddler loves her and has enjoyed daily walks and visits to the library for story time. We were fortunate to find her.
- Anita E.
Marie O.
5.0
Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed. Anytime I need care for my pet...
- Nathan D.
Lisa C.
5.0
Lisa has helped me tremendously for the past 6 months in my healing journeys, including laundry, shopping, showering, house cleaning, grocery shopping, doctor appointments etc. I found Lisa to be dependable, energetic, flexible, trustworthy, kind and thoughtful. I would not hesitate to recommend...
- Betsy S.
Eliamar R.
5.0
I hired Eliamar for a whole house cleaning and was very happy with the work she did. She didn't rush, was very thorough and did a great overall job. I will be hiring her again for future cleanings. I definitely recommend her.
- Care member
Marie O.
5.0
Marie is an outstanding caregiver. Personally, she is patient, compassionate, respectful, reliable, has excellent interpersonal skills and is a wonderful communicator. Her empathetic personality is encouraging and positive. She has effective time management skills so she can multi-task, plan well,...
- Janice D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Merrimac, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Merrimac, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Merrimac, MA, 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 Merrimac, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Merrimac, MA is $21.25 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 Merrimac, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Merrimac, MA. 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 Merrimac, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Merrimac, MA, 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 Merrimac, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Merrimac, MA, 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.