Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Mount Vernon, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Mount Vernon, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Mount Vernon, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Mount Vernon, NY
Brianna C.
Mount Vernon, NY
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Brianna C., a certified teacher in New York State with expertise in supporting students with disabilities.
With extensive babysitting experience and tutoring services available, I love engaging children in crafting, Lego building, and outdoor adventures. I'm passionate about creating a positive and enriching...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brianna is a great addition to my family, she is great with helping out with homework and always coming up with creative activities for the kids. She is studying to become a teacher and has always used patience and kind words with my 4 year old and preteen....
Chantal K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Mykel, I'm a student and mother of 1. I would love to assist you and your family with care. Looking for a way to make money while doing something I love. I have 4 years of childcare experience and I am pursuing my human services degree. I can also help with homework, light housekeeping, and crafts. Unfortunately,...
Mykel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Mykel went above and beyond watching my 3 Year Old daughter! Even when i had things under control she would still do anything and everything in her power to make sure everything was in tip top shape. 10/10 would recommend her services !"
Sean B.
As an avid pet parent and lover of all animals I can help facilitate you and your pets needs. Whether is it feeding, grooming, boarding, or walking, you can be assured your pet is in loving trustworthy hands.
I am a 32 year male realtor. This would be a great way to spend my free time and earn a little side money. I am looking...
Lukas can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, grooming
Ava D.
Mount Vernon, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ava - I'm a native New Yorker and a recent graduate from the University of Virginia. I have been baby-sitting since my freshman year of high school and have much experience with children of all ages. I am very versatile with whatever tasks you need me to do, for kids and pets of all ages. Having lifeguarded and...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Aleida C.
Mount Vernon, NY
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 14 years of experience and running licensed programs. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development.
My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling nanny, babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for creating a safe, stimulating environment for...
Aleida can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as Passionate, Empathetic, Jovial
I like caring for seniors because most occasions their mobility is delayed... understanding their thoughts which is a factor in maintaining their mental health... last but not the least, Seniors are historians, generally and personally.
I'm looking for a job that...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care
Priscilla A.
Mount Vernon, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My friendly and imaginative nature allows me to create a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide...
Priscilla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I am a honest, kind, friendly and a professional individual with the relevant nursing aide knowledge and experience to care for your family member. I have 2 years of experience in the field with 15 years of customer service experience. Currently works in the Montefiore Emergency
Department as a Certified Nursing Assistant . I am...
Shaniene can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I offer pet walking, boarding and in-house sitting services to help elevate any pet stress you may be experiencing. I require a minimum 2 hour notice ahead of time. My schedule is fully flexible and open to early mornings and evening walks Monday- Sunday.
Melissa can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa is amazing!! She is incredibly professional and handles my not-so-sweet cat with undeserved care. She is the only pet sitter who has successfully injected her insulin consistently and recently stayed extra when our maintenance team accidentally locked her...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Working as a senior caregiver is a passion that is both satisfying and gratifying I have been doing this for several years . I am a trained caregiver with experience working with dementia cancer and mobility issues, I have experience working with Parkinson's as well as hospice care. I provide housekeeping, errands, medication...
Joan can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Joan was always at my moms home on time and was prepared to help with a smile. She is very conscientious about her work. She helped and watched over my mom, taking care of every detail to make sure mom was comfortable. She never got tired, never complained, and was...
Nancy S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
#HOME ORGANIZER/FAMILY ASSISTANT#
# Declutter and organization of any area in the house: closets, wardrobes, cabinets, drawers, bathrooms, basement, garage, etc; including the necessary cleaning services;
# Provide meticulous laundry services: wash, dry, iron, steam, fold and put away clothes and linens;
# Interface with...
Ivanete can also help with: Dusting, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"A wonderful person who does a wonderful job! Would 100% recommend! Also is very good with animals - our cats love her."
Sarah S.
5.0
(1)
Dog mom and dog lover with four years of dog walking and caretaking experience. I offer: Dog walking, dog sitting and boarding services Excited to meet and care for your furry friend!
Mia can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly dependable, professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 15 years extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly service. I am eager to care for your loved-one delivering relevant expertise, while making a positive difference everyday.
Thurdina can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is a ray of sunshine every morning when she walks in the door! My mother has Alzheimer's, diabetes, and walks with a walker. I can honestly say that Thurdina is the only person that I trust caring for my mother. She has caught things that I never would have...
Shani S.
4.7
(11)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Cleaning Service.
Professional house cleaning service.
Free estimates and reasonable prices.
Elena can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Great personality, great cleaning job, on time; excellent, recommend to my friends and family."
Saba A.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children all of ages including newborn. Skilled in creating, fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in children's safe well-being. Trusted by parents with a mutual loving affection for all cared children.
Highlights:
Licensed Practical...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Jessica is a loving, caring, trustworthy, punctual, flexible and organized person. She is always ready to help people, with her intelligence and wisdom, she has a quick and effective solution to solve the situations that are necessary. She has an easy ability to...
AnaPaula D.
5.0
(1)
Are you looking for a patient, dependable, and effective tutor to assist your child with test prep, homework, or ever-changing curricula? I can help! I am an experienced certified educator and tutor with 12 years of service in public elementary and middle schools.
I have extensive tutoring experience and have helped students...
5.0
"Rachel is a highly-professional, effective, and caring tutor. We hired her for four months to help our 5th grader prepare for the ISEE test. She was very organized in planing each session, leaving our son with extra assignments, and providing a thoughtful email...
Adam A.
Miguel G.
Yonkers, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver companion with more than 10 years of experience serving chronically ill patients and patients with neurodegenerative diseases. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. Passionate about elder care. Provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Passionate about providing...
Miguel can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"An absolutely outstandingly qualified practitioner by any standard.
I am so honored to have his care.
Dedicated family man/hubby/dad, I don't know how he finds time for so much.
He's ultra punctual.
Attentive
Remembers anything about your life that you or...
Charlia E.
5.0
(2)
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey is amazing! Caring, reliable, and a great storyteller! "
Marianne M.
Amanda V.
Bronx, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I used to own a tutoring service, but I recently sold it in order to get back to my true love - one-on-on teaching and tutoring. I am an in-home professional tutor.
5.0
"Amanda is very patient when it comes to tutoring. She understands that learning something new takes time and when one tactic doesn't work, she'll switch to another one that is easier for you to understand.
Whatever subject you need help in, you better believe she...
Stacy R.
Monnet J.
Teaneck, NJ
$35/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with newborns and toddlers for 10 years now. Presently, I've been doing an on-call job. I'm passionate when it comes to taking care of children(babies, and toddlers) simply because I love children specially when interacting with their needs and wants. My years of experience in babysitting or taking care of...
Monnet can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I know Monet personally. She is raising her children as God fearing and responsible persons.
She is dependable and trustworthy. She will go out of her way to help others."
May P.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mount Vernon, NY
Brianna C.
5.0
Brianna is a great addition to my family, she is great with helping out with homework and always coming up with creative activities for the kids. She is studying to become a teacher and has always used patience and kind words with my 4 year old and preteen. Brianna is responsible young lady and...
- Chantal K.
Mykel R.
5.0
Mykel had a very calm and comforting presence. She did great babysitting my tired and hyper toddlers. We would hire her again if and when we are back in NYC!
- Hanna K.
Melissa M.
5.0
Melissa is amazing!! She is incredibly professional and handles my not-so-sweet cat with undeserved care. She is the only pet sitter who has successfully injected her insulin consistently and recently stayed extra when our maintenance team accidentally locked her out. I will hire her again as...
- Care member
Joan I.
5.0
Joan worked for my parents for 2.5 years. She was BY FAR the best of numerous caregivers we hired since my stepmother came out of rehabilitation after having had 2 strokes, and also has very advanced Parkinson's disease.
Joan did more than any other caregiver we'd had, and so much more than she...
- Elena B.
Ivanete R.
5.0
A wonderful person who does a wonderful job! Would 100% recommend! Also is very good with animals - our cats love her.
- Sarah S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mount Vernon, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mount Vernon, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mount Vernon, NY, 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 Mount Vernon, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mount Vernon, NY is $20.79 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 Mount Vernon, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mount Vernon, NY. 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 Mount Vernon, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mount Vernon, NY, 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 Mount Vernon, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mount Vernon, NY, 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 Mount Vernon, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Mount Vernon, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.