Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Oswego, IL
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Oswego, IL and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in Oswego, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Oswego, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Oswego, IL
Deja T.
Oswego, IL
$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi,
My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Deja can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting
Deja T.
Oswego, IL
$22-50/hr
Hi,
My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified CNA who enjoys spending time with elderly senior as I have worked with them for the past 30 years. I have worked as a CNA in a nursing home providing senior care and Rehab services like OT/PT/ADL. I enjoy spending time with the seniors by playing bingo, cards and just giving them company and lending a ear to...
Jivanlata can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Krystyna. I am a housekeeper with over 15 years of experience in the industry. I am very reliable, detail oriented, and my services are affordable. I am available on weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis, or based on customer needs. Thank you
Krystyna can also help with: General room cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Krystyna arrived early and got right to the business of familiarizing herself with what was needed and the tools at her disposal. She did great with my fur babies and I'm very happy with not only the cleanliness of my home afterwards but also the reasonable price...
Joanna N.
Deja T.
Oswego, IL
$17-22/hr
Hi,
My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Deja T.
Oswego, IL
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Deja can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Deja T.
Oswego, IL
$24-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi,
My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sarawan. I am a college-educated student with a total of 6 years of experience in childcare services. Back in Thailand, I worked part-time as a teacher and nanny at a nursery. Was an Au pair in the US, I have had experience caring for a newborn infant and a child in elementary school. I was a nanny in NYC as well...
Sarawan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lilly Z.
Oswego, IL
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of official caregiving experience working with family, friends, a previous employer and many more. I come from a blended family of 10 siblings and 4 nieces enhancing and expanding my years of experience beyond just 5 years! I begin college in the fall to pursue Elementary Education and am looking for a summer job...
Lilly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jenny, I live in Oswego. I have been a caregiver 10 years -helping those with Dementia/Alzheimers, Parkinsons, ALS, Stroke, Paralysis, Non-Verbal, Dysphagia, Limited Vision, Bi-Polar, Amputee, Cancer, Incontinence, Colostomy, Catheters, Voice/Eye Controlled Equipment, Hoyer Lifts. Services included: Housekeeping, meal...
Jenny can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Jordan D.
Aurora, IL
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am 26 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children. Growing up, I helped my mom in her home daycare service, and I have experience caring for children from 6 months to 12 years. I love to read, do crafts, and stay active. I am CPR and first aid certified. I would love to meet you and your family!
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jordan knows CPR, and has experience watching multiple children at once. She is one of the sweetest people I know, and is very dependable. She also loves animals, and she can be flexible on the hours that she works. She is also a very hard worker, and someone who I...
Isabel J.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"
Kathy S.
5.0
(2)
Hey, I'm currently a junior, working for my degrees in special ed and theatre at Xavier University. Hot yoga is my new favorite hobby, and I like to sing, swim, read, and play the piano in my free time. I'm an adaptive swim instructor when pools are open. I've nannied with home-based services for a few years, and have worked...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marquis and I love cleaning! Where most people see cleaning as a "chore" or "punishment", I see it as a hobby. I clean all the time in my personal life when I have the spare time, so why not put a smile on a family's face as well.
Marquis can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, move-out cleaning & more
5.0
"Punctual and polite, Marquis was very pleasant to work with."
Care member
Aileen J.
Montgomery, IL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Happy Person, Well Versed, Enthusiastic Very Friendly. Professional Manner
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9-10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care, can provide hourly care. I have background on medical field. Fully vaccinated and boosted
Aileen can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Aileen, was awesome. Timely, professional, kind and what energy! I highly recommend."
Mark T.
Maureen M.
Naperville, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Comfortable Working Autonomously With Minimum Supervision In Fast-paced Environments
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependable, loving and high-energy nanny with a degree in early childhood education, years of experience in classrooms, Montessori centers and nannying. In addition to being a certified Foster parent specializing in newborn and early childhood years. Searching for a family to grow with for years to come!
Nanny services include...
Maureen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I've known Mo in both a professional and personal setting. When I describe Mo in a professional setting, she's dependable, on time, organized, detail oriented and patient. You can rely on Mo for any task she is presented.
When I describe Mo in a personal...
Nicole M.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Experienced nanny with college degree.
I'm a mom of 3 children ages 30, 22 and 19. I have Bernice's but a degree in early childhood education and behavioral science. I'm a registered behavior technician and I do ABA therapy with children with autism spectrum disorders. I love children and have been a preschool teacher and...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Julie is absolutely wonderful! My kids get so excited when she babysits because they know they will play lots of games and full attention will be given to them. Thank you Ms. Julie for being so caring and wonderful! We appreciate you so much! "
Care member
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Tina was a lifesaver for us. She walked our Doberman several days a week for close to a year. She cared for both of our dogs when we were out of town. She is very thorough and pays close attention to detail. We moved to Plano in November or we would still use her. "
Andrea H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated and experienced childcare professional with a passion for nurturing the well-being and development of children. Over the past eight years, I have had the privilege of providing exceptional nanny services for numerous families. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Family and Human Development at Arizona State...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily did a wonderful job taking care of my kids. She played with them a ton and they had so much fun! She was also very reliable and did an excellent job communicating with me. Definitely would recommend her and would hire her again."
Amy S.
I believe society needs to better respect their senior members. I have worked at Aspire, a not for profit social service agency, since 1992 with adults of all ages including seniors & I have loved it. I recently quit this past February to find work closer to home, but I still go back & do therapy dog visits there. I was always...
Jill can also help with: Transportation, respite care, personal care
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oswego, IL
Krystyna U.
5.0
Krystyna arrived early and got right to the business of familiarizing herself with what was needed and the tools at her disposal. She did great with my fur babies and I'm very happy with not only the cleanliness of my home afterwards but also the reasonable price and friendly personality Krystyna...
- Joanna N.
Jordan D.
5.0
Jordan knows CPR, and has experience watching multiple children at once. She is one of the sweetest people I know, and is very dependable. She also loves animals, and she can be flexible on the hours that she works. She is also a very hard worker, and someone who I would let watch my kids if I had...
- Isabel J.
Stevie S.
5.0
Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!
- Kathy S.
Marquis H.
5.0
Punctual and polite, Marquis was very pleasant to work with.
- Care member
Aileen J.
5.0
Aileen, was awesome. Timely, professional, kind and what energy! I highly recommend.
- Mark T.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oswego, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oswego, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oswego, IL, 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 Oswego, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oswego, IL is $18.70 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 Oswego, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oswego, IL. 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 Oswego, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oswego, IL, 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 Oswego, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oswego, IL, 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.