Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Pawtucket, RI
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Find therapy dogs in Pawtucket, RI that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Pawtucket, RI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Pawtucket, RI
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Cate and I recently received my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
As I study for my national boards, I currently have full time availability.
With over 19 years of experience, I've worked w/ children ranging from newborn to 14 years old in both professional and home settings. For several summers, I was...
Cate can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cate is fantastic in every way! She is smart, fun, caring, highly competent and trustworthy. She is always on time and excellent communicating via text and phone. She has cared for our two very active, lively girls, 3 and 5 years old, many times and has always...
Kirsten J.
Tonien S.
Seekonk, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am CPR certified and experience in providing care .
Tonien can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Great performance and great work on time with work does everything she’s asked always smiles and calm very much helpful goes beyond her work."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi folks! My full-time care job that started at 8 weeks with a beautiful infant is transitioning to part-time daycare! I am so happy for him! I specialize in early infant care from 8 weeks to 18 months. I have my own fully furnished home environment for infants including crib, playpen, puppets, outdoor play area with sand and...
Kiersten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiersten is fabulous with our 2 year old -- she is always asking when we will see her again. She projects calm in an atmosphere that can sometimes be chaotic, and handles two opinionated potty-training toddlers with aplomb."
Care member
5.0
(33)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I encourage you to read the reviews families have left for me. You can also ask for their references if you're considering my services. I can adapt very well to the needs of your family and I'm always ready to have some fun over a board game or a sport related game outside. I work with-in everything relating to childcare. I am...
Jose can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As a single mom, it's hard finding someone reliable, dependable, and trustworthy with your children. But KoVu (Jose) went above and beyond taking care of my boys during a three day overnight weekend. He had previously taken care of my boys during regular hours,...
Rebeca G.
Emily M.
Attleboro, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!! My name is Emily and I'm A 27-year-old young professional beginning my search for a family in need of a nanny beginning late April, May timeframe. Over the past 10 years I've worked in childcare, behavioral health, and customer service. I've been nannying/babysitting for a little over 10 years; between helping out...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is FANTASTIC. I love her, and the kids love her. She's become part of the family in the last year. She is very creative - constantly coming up with arts and crafts and fun projects. She's organized - had weekly themes with corresponding books/projects etc to...
Katie Z.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a Companion and a certified End-of-Life Doula. Also certified through the Alzheimer's Association Person-Centered Dementia Care Training Program which is built around evidence-based practices that provide quality dementia care.
My goal is to increase the quality of life for your loved one. I provide non-medical support,...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, companionship, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is thoughtful, intelligent, kind, patient. My dad is in his early 80s and they are working together on downsizing. He loves, loves, loves, loves, loves her and they've done so much together. He feels elated and proud of what he's accomplished with her and...
Phoebe P.
Emily C.
Seekonk, MA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Emily and I am 24 years old! I have a bachelors in Public Health with a minor in Communications and Nutrition. I have 9+ years experience with children ages 2m-10 yrs! I have Nannied for many families some long term some short term based on their needs. I have my newborn and child CPR First Aid certifications...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been an excellent nanny for our 15-month old with specific medical needs. She always has him laughing and engaging in new activities for his development. She prepares nutritional and creative meals for him and is helping him develop a strong relationship...
Martha P.
Leslie H.
Warwick, RI
$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."
Linda W.
5.0
(1)
Hello I'm Lori, a mom of a 7-year-old boy and have been stay at home mom since he was born. I am looking to return to the work force part time, while he is in school. I am a former medical assistant who worked with the veteran population, many elderly, during my position in a Medical Center for over 10 years. I have a strong...
Lori can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"She is a very good employee very happy with her work."
Care member
Maryanne H.
Cranston, RI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I worked as a pet sitter for Furry Fellas for about 6 months. I've been caring for my own dog for 14 years. I am certified in animal massage therapy.
I enjoy caring for dogs & cats.
Maryanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have owned animals my entire life. I have just recently got a dog who I have been training to be a therapy dog. I am comfortable taking care of all animals from various lizards to rabbits to cats.
Gianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Morgan P.
Johnston, RI
$8-13/hr
Hi! My name is Morgan. I recently graduated from college with a neuroscience decree, and I am taking a year off before attending Physical Therapy school. My priority is to ensure that your pets are loved and well taken care of. Message me to learn more!
Morgan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I offered dog care services on Block Island for 2 years. I love all animals and have a deep love and connection with dogs. I would walk, exercise and play with any dog and show them all the care and attention they need while you're away. Mainly looking to dog walk or do in house visits or stay. Looking forward to taking care of...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Shannon O.
Seekonk, MA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a big dog lover- I grew up with dogs and all sorts of pets, so I have much experience around animals, especially dogs. I'm also a proud dog owner of a chocolate lab who turned three in October, and I am the one to call in my family when anyone needs a pet sitter. I have the pleasure of being able to work from home part time...
Shannon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am currently an Occupational Therapy masters student. I have great experience with writing, as well as science. I love helping people learn and am very patient.
Nicole B.
Barrington, RI
$20-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Nicole, and I am excited to offer my housekeeping services as a side gig! A little about myself: I am 28 years old and have a background in education, having taught for about four years. I took a leap of faith and left the teaching profession to explore new opportunities and personal growth.
For the past...
Nicole can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
I'm a friendly pet lover that has been around animals for 45+ years! I've had a dog since I was 5 and now have the flexibility to take care of your pets! I can help with Boarding/ Pet Walking/ Feeding/ and Play Time in the park! If you are headed out of town or busy at work I'm always around to take care of your loved animals at...
Wayne can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi my name is Aranza, I am an experienced nanny working with infants-teen. I also have background in ABA therapy and have done a lot of work with children on the spectrum. I am passionate about the work I do and love to provide the children I work with a rewarding experience. Please reach out if I can help.
Aranza can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a current MD/PhD student studying medicine, machine learning, and cancer therapies. I have a passion for teaching and empowering students. I believe that anyone can learn any subject with the right teacher.
My name is Sol. I have been working since 2022 and I have a lot of experience dog sitting and cat sitting. I love dogs and cats. Customers always come back. My services include: boarding ($55/per night and $45 extra pet), House sitting ($50/day), Day care ($45/day), Dog and Cat walking $18, Drop-in visits $22. Per hour I would...
Sol can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Pawtucket, RI
Cate T.
5.0
Cate is a joy to work with. She really brings her best self to the job every day! I joke that she's my son's "best friend" but it's definitely true. She has helped our little boy to grow and learn so much over the course of the last year. We're really lucky to have found Cate!
- Emily P.
Tonien S.
5.0
Great performance and great work on time with work does everything she’s asked always smiles and calm very much helpful goes beyond her work.
- Care member
Kiersten M.
5.0
Kiersten is fabulous with our 2 year old -- she is always asking when we will see her again. She projects calm in an atmosphere that can sometimes be chaotic, and handles two opinionated potty-training toddlers with aplomb.
- Care member
Jose S.
5.0
We've had Jose watch our son for times ranging from a few hours to a full weekend and have no complaints. Our son enjoys his time with Jose and looks forward to his continued visits.
- Chris D.
Emily M.
5.0
Emily is phenomenal! She took care of my three children (6yrs, 4 yrs, and an infant) and seamlessly became part of our family. My 6yr old is diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety and Emily handled the challenges that comes with those diagnoses flawlessly. She was always on time and reliable. Her day...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Pawtucket, RI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Pawtucket, RI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Pawtucket, RI, 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 Pawtucket, RI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Pawtucket, RI is $19.93 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 Pawtucket, RI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Pawtucket, RI. 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 Pawtucket, RI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Pawtucket, RI, 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 Pawtucket, RI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Pawtucket, RI, 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.