Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Portland, OR
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Portland, OR and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in Portland, OR that you’ll love
364 therapy dogs are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Portland, OR
Elizabeth W.
Portland, OR
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Available To Tutor After School In Various Subjects.
I'd describe my personality as kind, relatable, caring. I have two grown adult children, and a professional day job.
like tutoring because enjoy helping others to learn and be proud of their accomplishments! I specialize in helping setting goals and organizing time.
I'm looking for a job allows me to support one's growth and...
Finley C.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Finley and I'm 22 years old. I am looking for a full time position $25+ per hour depending on number of kids and guaranteed hours. I enjoy cooking, painting and drawing, and being outdoors. I love kids so much and I've had experience nannying, babysitting, and taking care of kids my whole life. I moved to...
Finley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 6 years of experience working in a variety of care settings for children and adults (ages 2-65+) who experience a wide range of disabilities. I have experience in and am comfortable with all levels of care, ranging from providing all aspects of daily living supports to just assisting with daily tasks. I am comfortable...
Hello! I have about 5 years experience as a care provider for people (adults and children) with mental and or physical disabilities. I have had the pleasure of working with a variety of people over the years, each individual requiring a specialized care approach. Currently I provide part time services to a woman with SMA and I...
Finley C.
Portland, OR
$30-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Finley and I'm 22 years old. I am looking for a full time position $35 per hour. I enjoy cooking, painting and drawing, and being outdoors. I moved to Portland a couple years ago from Florida where I was a yacht stewardess gaining experience in high end service, housekeeping, and laundry. I have experience in...
Finley can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, companionship & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a CA native and have lived my adult life as a nomad with a heart for humanity. I am highly skilled with infants to toddlers promoting safe spaces, light hearted play, healthy boundaries and energetic soothing. These branch to all ages as I've worked closely with adolescence-young adults as a guide and counselor in...
5.0
"Kinsey is kind, talented, and thoughtful! She has helped get our home in order and does great food prep. I highly recommend working with her."
Care member
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aurora, and I've been in the education and service industries for over 14 years. I've spent the past two years switching careers, from full-time nannying pre-Covid, to now working full-time as a Real Estate agent. I now nanny and care for others in my free time, as I love to lend a helping hand either caring...
Aurora can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Julia C.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am a volunteer Crisis Counselor for NAMI. I am certified by the Oregon Health Authority as a Traditional Health Worker/Peer Wellness Specialist, with advanced training as a Youth & Young Adult Peer Mentor.
I am also finishing up the Yoga Calm Instructor certification. It is a secular program designed for youth, with...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia
As a 7-year-old, I had to stand on a stool to reach the top of the washing machine when I did laundry. From age 10 to 14, I worked with my parents who were managers at an apartment complex to help deep clean and turn over apartments. For 3 years, I worked as a waitress where there was heavy cleaning responsibilities. In 2015, I...
Savannah can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, basement cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Aurora, and I've been in the education and service industries for over 14 years. I've spent the past year working with two private families as a full time Career Nanny. I'm current working as an on-call nanny, as I search for a new long-term, part or full-time position.
I've worked with children of a wide...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Eliana and I'm a 24-year-old child care provider.
I have been working with kids since my mom she started an in-home daycare while I was very young. Since then I have been involved in childcare positions from assisting my mom's business for six years to becoming a nanny for a paraplegic child when I was 17....
Eliana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
"A place for everything, and everything in its place," is more than a motto, it's how I live, eating my skittles one color at a time, and placing all of my dolls on tiny shelves.
I'm the friend everyone calls or sends their friends to when it's deep cleaning, decluttering, downsizing, or moving time. I can hold your hand and...
Jennie can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Finley and I'm 22 years old. I am looking for a house managing position starting at $30 per hour. I enjoy cooking, painting and drawing, and being outdoors. I moved to Portland a couple years ago from Florida where I was a yacht stewardess gaining experience in high end service, housekeeping, and laundry. I...
Finley can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning & more
Lila M.
Portland, OR
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi families!
My name is Lila, and I am currently a student at Oregon State Univerity. I am on the pre-vet track and I am an avid horseback rider.
I have lots of experience with kiddos and babysitting. I worked at a branch of The Little Gym franchise as a pre-school gymnastics coach. I am accustomed to creating engaging...
Lila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a pediatric nurse practitioner and director of health services at a school for kids w complex medical needs. I am also doing an adolescent medicine fellowship at Harvard. I have been a childcare provider for over 15 years; I have served as a summer camp leader/coordinator, I was the person in charge of an infant care class...
Florencia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience cat sitting. Ever since my family took in a stray kitten when I was 5 years old, I've shared my home with cats. Life without kitties would be a sad thing. To me there's nothing more soothing than a warm, purring cat on your lap or as entertaining as a cat at play. I've rarely met a cat who didn't...
Colleen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Colleen was the best cat sitter we have ever hired. She did a care home visit, then she visited our cat twice a day, sent us text messages with pictures of him, and was in regular communication about how he was doing each day. When we returned from our trip it was...
Molly H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a babysitter/nanny, tutor, chauffeur, lifeguard, summer camp leader, personal assistant, and more! Since joining Care. com, I've successfully maintained happy clients for a wide range of services here.
I earned a degree in Psychology from CSU Chico, where I also took courses on Child/Adolescent Psychology &...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Claire is so great with my kids. She engages with them and makes sure they are comfortable while keeping their safety her number one priority. She is very professional and has been amazing when it comes to communicating and organizing our plans/needs for care. She...
Brenda S.
Lauren H.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Lauren, I'm 24 years old. I started babysitting when I was 15 until I was 17 and then I was an assistant teacher at kinder care for over a year. I have experience with all ages from newborns to 10years old. As a nanny I like to do different things throughout the day such as going on walks, reading books,...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Lauren was kind, communicative, and punctual while she worked for us but she did not give us much notice of when her last day would be."
Makenna H.
I'd describe my personality as quiet and attentive
I like caring for homes, pets and elderly people because helping out brings me peace of mind and I love to provide others with the respite they desperately need and deserve.
I'm looking for a job that is looking for me.
I started housekeeping and pet sitting when I was 9...
Shay can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Breanna N.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Bree, I Have Worked In Childcare Since 2014 In All Ages From Infant-school Age.
Hello! As an experienced childcare professional of 10 years, I am passionate about nature-based early childhood education and am committed to creating a nurturing environment that allows children to thrive. I am confident in providing a high-quality care for your little ones.
I am a full time online college student working...
Breanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Portland, OR
Kinsey H.
5.0
Kenzie knocked it out of the park! I needed a deep clean of my apartment after moving out and she was timely, communicative, efficient and kind! Left the place looking better than new.
- Care member
Colleen S.
5.0
Colleen has been dependable, flexible, communicative and we trust her with our kitty and in our home.
- Sarah S.
Claire S.
5.0
Claire is so great with my kids. She engages with them and makes sure they are comfortable while keeping their safety her number one priority. She is very professional and has been amazing when it comes to communicating and organizing our plans/needs for care. She has gone above and beyond to make...
- Brenda S.
Lauren H.
5.0
Lauren has been our son's nanny for about 6 months now. She is a fantastic caregiver, I work from home and can hear her playing and interacting with our son all day long. She's great at following directions and is always on time. She's also really awesome at communicating any changes in schedule,...
- Rebecca B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Portland, OR
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Portland, OR?
To find a therapy dog near you in Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Portland, OR is $22.22 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 Portland, OR?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Portland, OR. 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 Portland, OR receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Portland, OR are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 169 reviews of the 364 listed therapy dogs.