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358 therapy dogs are listed in Portland, OR

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years

Therapy dogs in Portland, OR

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Dana H.


Portland, OR

$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

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I have dog-sitted for family, friends and colleagues since adolescence. I have also worked with therapeutic canines in a clinical therapy setting and am familiar with formal training strategies.
Dana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Juliana D.


Portland, OR

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavior Therapy

I have extensive experience working with children with learning disabilities (especially autism). I worked for an ABA therapy company where I was a senior behavior technician and also a trainer. I have experience with non-speaking children and children who have a different way of communicating, and maladaptive behaviors...
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Holly T.


Portland, OR

$20-49/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caring And Experienced Dog Sitter

For the past 9 years I have cared for my husky, as well as 2 years of professional house sitting with all 5 star reviews on trusted house sitters. Attention to detail, communication, and listening are some of my strengths. Spending time with dogs is like therapy for me. I will always reach out with questions and try to leave...
Holly can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Jillian H.


Portland, OR

$16-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Doctor Of Physical Therapy With A Passion For Teaching

5.0

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Hi there! I'm a young neurological physical therapist looking to supplement my clinic hours with some teaching or childcare. I am CPR/BLS trained. My goal is to one day work both in the clinic and be a doctoral-level professor. I previously tutored young children in several subjects all throughout undergraduate, and I was the...
5.0
"Jillian is friendly, energetic and reliable! She was one of the first sitters we were comfortable leaving our baby and toddler with. We ended up moving and we miss her!!!"

Elizabeth S.

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Aimee R.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver + Massage Therapist + Yoga Therapist With Background In Physical Therapy

Hello! My name is Aimee I have a wide variety of skill sets to resource as I make myself available to folks in search of good quality care. I am a licensed massage therapist in the state of Oregon. I recently graduated. SIAYT has been a great resource on how to stay healthy and balanced in the body, mind and spirit. It has been...
Aimee can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

I used to do pet sitting when I was a teenager and my mom, uncle, and best friend are master dog trainers so I have exposure to good practices. Let's are therapy! And they deserve the best treatment! I am also a professional massage therapist and Reflexologist so I am naturally a caregiver. Looking forward to hearing from...
Tessi can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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Heidi S.


Portland, OR

$16-21/hr

Whisperer Of Cats

The Familial Order of the Cat continues to be forged under the esteemed leadership and guidance of Heidi's familial cats. Together they produce objects of devotion using techniques of painting, relief, transfer, collage, sewing, sculpting, and grafting. Acting as an embodied form of self-therapy and a ritualized social practice,...
Heidi can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Kato K.


Portland, OR

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced & Passionate Caregiver

With over 20 years of providing excellent senior care (dementia, Alzheimer), paraplegics, and multiple sclerosis, you can rest assure that your loved one is in good hands. I am available for part-time, on-call and full-time care. Primary care services include: - Companionship - Personal Hygiene - Physical Therapy (Hoyer...
Kato can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Raegan M.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Furever Animal Helper

Dog walking, feeding, playing/entertaining (fetch, chase, animal games, etc...), animal bathing/grooming. I can provide dog sitting services in your own home. can also take dogs to the dog park. I have a service dog of my own.
Raegan can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Raechel C.


Portland, OR

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiving Is My True Calling

Caregiving is my true calling. I've cared for individuals as young as 9 and as old as 97 with 10 years of professional experience under my belt. I've worked both privately and in group homes and assisted living facilities. I've cared for individuals who are cancer patients, cerebral palsy, MS, autism, TBIs, paraplegic,...
Raechel can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Rochel K.


Portland, OR

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I enjoy helping out people, working and playing with children of all ages and abilities, and I am an dog lover. I am creative, artistic, kind, caring, responsible and friendly. I have my M. S. in occupational therapy and have done some animal therapy training and have worked/ interned in a wide variety of clinical settings,...
Rochel can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rochel is a caring, dedicated, and patient woman who takes pride in her work. She is knowledgeable in many fields and an excellent tutor. Cannot recommend her highly enough!"

Aaron L.

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Marian H.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-Time Personal Assistant: Errands, Housekeeping, Companionship & More, Great References

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My nickname is Becky. I am fully vacciinated. I have several years experience providing companionship and helping services to the elderly and disabled, including helping with physical therapy, light housekeeping, and other miscellaneous tasks as needed. I also help working families and individuals with errands and odd jobs. I...
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Olinda R.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Worked In Social Services & Research For UT Health

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Moved from Houston to Oregon due to husband's job. Worked for TIRR - Texas Institute for Rehabilitation and Research with brain injury patients. Did research for UT Health & Science and Research Center @Houston for the Children's Learning Institute in the Pediatric area for 8 years. Was a CPS Investigator for 12 years and also...
Olinda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Linda is a part of our family. We hired her to help with my mom who was recovering from a fractured femur. She helped with in-home care and taking my mom to appointments. But most importantly she was a great companion and support for our family. We would recommend...

Erendira D.

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Caitlin M.


Portland, OR

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have multiple years of experience caring for pets. I currently can provide dog walks/services, caring for dog while you are away, caring for cats while you are away.
Caitlin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding
I can provide a range of services, including feeding, walking, playing with, and administering medication to dogs.
Tizita can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Julie H.


Portland, OR

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been in the care-giving industry since 1992, employed by state and private parties. Having vast experience with ALS, COPD, Dementia, personal care, errands and transportation, meal prep, special dietary needs, medication therapy, recovery and rehabilitation, and oxygen therapy. Excellent references as well as letters of...
Julie can also help with: Personal care, respite care, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Julie was absolutely wonderful with my mother and became part of our family. If you have the opportunity to have her care for a loved one you couldn't do any better."

Jay M.

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Ashlee E.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Compassionate Trustworthy Care Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My aim is to make a meaningful positive impact on the quality of life of my clients - this is where I find my joy and fulfillment. And it doesn't necessarily have to come from the big things - people always remember how you made them feel before they remember specifics of what was done. I always show respect for the person,...
Ashlee can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ashlee did an excellent job taking our dog Blaze for a walk. He got a great hour of walk and came back tired and happy. We will hire her again!"

Suraj V.

I can provide dog walking and play time services. I can dog sit in my home, as well as provide drop in cat sitting services wherein I would drop by your home to feed and clean litter box at your desired frequency. I cannot pet sit overnight in your home due to I have a young child I cannot leave overnight. I can provide care...
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Lauren L.


Portland, OR

$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Sitter Available

I provide dog sitting service in your home. I have had experience with pet sitting for over 13 years, especially when I had my sweet pup named Zoie. She was a wonderful dog and passed away due to old age. I absolutely adore dogs and would love to help!
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Anahita J.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny .

I'm a Professional nanny with a master's degree in psychology and step 10 childhood care. am looking for a professional nanny job. I worked as a professional nanny sharing with toddlers for 2 years (2022 to now) I worked in a Montessori daycare as a lead teacher in the infant and toddler room for 2 years (2020 to 2022)...
Anahita can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anahita provided excellent care for our 1-year-old son. She was nurturing, and attentive to his needs. We highly recommend her for any family seeking a caring and responsible caregiver."

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Portland, OR

Jillian H.

5.0

Jillian is friendly, energetic and reliable! She was one of the first sitters we were comfortable leaving our baby and toddler with. We ended up moving and we miss her!!!

- Elizabeth S.

Rochel K.

5.0

Rochel is a caring, dedicated, and patient woman who takes pride in her work. She is knowledgeable in many fields and an excellent tutor. Cannot recommend her highly enough!

- Aaron L.

Olinda R.

5.0

Linda is a part of our family. We hired her to help with my mom who was recovering from a fractured femur. She helped with in-home care and taking my mom to appointments. But most importantly she was a great companion and support for our family. We would recommend her to any one looking for a...

- Erendira D.

Julie H.

5.0

Julie was absolutely wonderful with my mother and became part of our family. If you have the opportunity to have her care for a loved one you couldn't do any better.

- Jay M.

Ashlee E.

5.0

Ashlee did an excellent job taking our dog Blaze for a walk. He got a great hour of walk and came back tired and happy. We will hire her again!

- Suraj V.

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Therapy Dogs in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 156 reviews of the 358 listed therapy dogs.