Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Philadelphia, PA
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Find therapy dogs in Philadelphia, PA that you’ll love
552 therapy dogs are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Philadelphia, PA
Hello, my name is Janelle. I am an alumni of Temple University with a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation. I am currently attending the University of Pittsburgh to obtain my Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. Recently moved to Seattle to work at the UWMC. I am a people person, with a special love for diversity in all...
Professional 7 years of experience in the Child and Adult care Service industry, Knowledge of safety principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Well mannered, polite, Punctual,...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Maggie M.
Philadelphia, PA
$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for a family in Philly this past year. However, I had to move back home a few months ago. It has been such a pleasure to be a nanny and I'm looking forward to working with my next family. I am in the process of obtaining my masters degree in occupational therapy which is a weekend program. This means that I...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Yvette S.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 16 years' experience working as a Home Health aide, where I assisted my clients by accompanying them to doctor appointments and with shopping activities, as well as by assisting with physical therapy. I also have some previous experience as a nurse assistant, where I helped my clients carry out daily personal care...
Yvette can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Joy W.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Joy and I graduated from Temple University with a degree in Recreational Therapy. I also just recently interned at a facility where I helped care for medically fragile children (ages 1-18yrs old). I love working with children and teens and have worked with them for about 9yrs now. I am very enthusiastic about...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Cassidy F.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
**Fully vaccinated**
Hello! I am an Art Therapy graduate student at Drexel University. I have about a decade's worth of experience working with children of all ages and needs. I would consider myself a "natural" when it comes to working with kids - I am able to build meaningful relationships with them and be a good role model. I...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Grace D.
Philadelphia, PA
$13-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Grace and I am from West Mount Airy in Philadelphia. I just finished getting my fieldwork placements for my Masters in Occupational Therapy from Quinnipiac University. I am currently studying for the boards and looking for some work in my off time. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and have been with many...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Camille G.
Philadelphia, PA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, personable, and hardworking. I like caring for homes because I'm very detail oriented and love to keep busy. I started housekeeping for friends and family members my senior year of high school. When living in New England, I had a strong client base consisting of repeat customers. In my spare...
Camille can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
I grew up with a brother who has Down Syndrome and another brother with developmental delays, ADD, ODD, and Reactive Attachment Disorder. After high school, I spent a year helping to care for them and implement their therapy program. During my years as a teacher, I have worked with other students who have developmental delays,...
Maddison S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I have been babysitting for 11 years, have a clean driving record, and have all of my clearances. I am in the masters of occupational therapy program at Saint Joseph's Univeristy and plan on working with children who have disabilities. I previously worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician, working with kids who...
Maddison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddison watched our 10 month old son for a few days/nights while we were on a family vacation at the beach. We absolutely loved her and our son adored her. She was punctual, dependable and so kind. She kept our curious son occupied, which is a hard thing to do! We...
Kristy P.
I am currently a Doctor of Physical Therapy student at Temple University. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years for multiple families as well as caring for my younger brother. In addition, I have worked with children as a teacher assistant at Hebrew school, a dance teacher, and a lifeguard/swim instructor. I love playing...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Morgan and I am a Physical Therapist at the I recently graduated with my doctorate degree in physical therapy. I have been taking care of children since I was 14 and have a lot of experience with different age groups. I was also a camp counselor for a few years giving me experience taking care of multiple kids at once. I...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ash and I am a very experienced childcare provider. I have over 15 years of experience with children ranging from babysitting to camp counseling to applied behavior analysis therapy, and from ages ranging from newborns to preteens. Things I love to do with kids include playing outside, reading books and helping...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"So happy we found Ash. She was on time, playful and very responsible with my girls who loved her. Will definitely have her sit for us again!"
Care member
Hi! My name is Anaiah and I am a fourth year Art therapy student at Arcadia University. During my time as a nanny I have worked with children on the Autism Spectrum, ADHD, and hearing loss. My studies give me a unique experience with working with people who communicate differently! I also have a 9-year-old brother with high...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rosemary, and I am a seasoned childcare provider with experience in the nursery and kindergarten classroom as well as a decade of private babysitting for infants through tweens. My childcare practice is informed not only by years of experience but by studying child psychology through my social work masters, which I...
Rosemary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rosemary has cared for our infant and toddler many times. The kids are always happy to see her and spend time with her, and we are glad to have found someone we really trust to care for our little ones. She is reliable and a good communicator. We highly recommend...
Caitlin E.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Moving Services and General Errands. pet services, plant care, shopping, errands, cooking, cleaning, plant care, transportation to and from appointments, and many other services. Move in and move outs, and make ready's. I am always on time and will return all calls. I am honest,...
Michelle W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
During my many years of working in the operating room I have always learned a lot about would care Over the years besides the would care and dressing of wounds I assisted with bathing , dressing, meal prep, feeding, stimulating activities, catheterization care ( male and female) changing of soiled linens and undergarments as...
Michelle can also help with: Transportation, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Experienced in home-care services, had different patients with different needs. I always pay attention to my clients, very responsible and take everything very seriously.
Olena can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Yeliane G.
Philadelphia, PA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi!! My name is Yeliane G. and I started giving cleaning services to homes since I was 14 years old. If you want my services do not hesitate to send me a message
Yeliane can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, vacuuming and/or mopping & more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I go above and beyond for my clients I love what I do, I have reference if needed. I have helped stroke patients with light physical therapy at home with amazing results. I let my work speak for itself I would love for you to reach out to a few of my...
Aziz can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, respite care, errands, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Philadelphia, PA
Maddison S.
5.0
Maddison watched our 10 month old son for a few days/nights while we were on a family vacation at the beach. We absolutely loved her and our son adored her. She was punctual, dependable and so kind. She kept our curious son occupied, which is a hard thing to do! We highly recommend her!
- Kristy P.
Ash H.
5.0
So happy we found Ash. She was on time, playful and very responsible with my girls who loved her. Will definitely have her sit for us again!
- Care member
Rosemary C.
5.0
Rosie is wonderful with our children. They are always happy to see her. She has fed them, put them to bed, and completed amazingly creative art projects with them. We highly recommend her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Philadelphia, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Philadelphia, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Philadelphia, PA is $19.57 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 Philadelphia, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Philadelphia, PA. 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 Philadelphia, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 186 reviews of the 552 listed therapy dogs.