Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Portland, OR
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Find therapy dogs in Portland, OR that you’ll love
344 therapy dogs are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Portland, OR
Emily N.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently am in Portland State University's M. S. in Speech Language Pathology Program. I have worked as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant with autistic individuals for the past year. For the past three years I have worked in the field of ABA therapy ( behavioral therapy) as a Registered Behavioral Technician. I also...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was wonderful! She is full of energy, very sweet and fun. My kids are 2 and 5, she kept them entertained and engaged the whole time. They always ask when she is coming back. "
Kristy B.
I currently work as a Licensed Behavioral Interventionist doing early intervention ABA Therapy with children with ASD.
Carey C.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Can Provide 24 House And Pet Sitting Services On An Hourly Or Daily Rate.
Love cats and playing with them and taking dogs for walks. Raised on a farm with lots of animals so very comfortable with all kinds.
Carey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kyle R.
Portland, OR
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have worked as a mental health specialist at several hospitals for over a year. There I have worked with patients with a variety of mental health issues, including behavioral disorders and children on the autism spectrum. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, and strength based therapy. I am CPI and CPR certified as...
Kyle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have offered loving care to several family members and professional clients. I specialize in respectful companionship while performing caregiving needs. The independence and well-being of my clients, is of utmost importance to me. I bring 10 years of professional Licensed Massage Therapy as well- with several years working in...
Frances can also help with: Dementia, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Kristina P.
Portland, OR
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Kristina.
I have an associate's in occupational therapy, and hold a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) license. I worked as a teacher's assistant in NJ for the 2014 and 2016 school years. Most of my students had a diagnosis of ASD, and working with them sparked my interest in occupational therapy. I...
Kyle R.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have worked as a mental health specialist at several hospitals for over a year. There I have worked with patients with a variety of mental health issues, including behavioral disorders and children on the autism spectrum. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, and strength based therapy. I am CPI and CPR certified as...
Nastashia M.
Portland, OR
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've worked in a residential facility for adults with disabilities. I have training in nursing homes with my certified occupational therapy assistant degree as well.
Nastashia can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, personal care, respite care, companionship
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduate Student pursuing my master's in Marriage & Family Therapy at Lewis & Clark College, with a focus on utilizing play therapy with young children.
15 years of childcare experience since starting off as a Mother's Helper in elementary school. Experience includes: child-focused volunteer opportunities, professional work as...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amy S.
Portland, OR
$18-23/hr
I have worked in the special education field for three years and I love it!
I also do some speech therapy with a kid three times a week outside of school.
Julie F.
Portland, OR
$25-27/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am an experienced and caring caregiver living in the pearl district.
I offer a warm presence and a calm demeanor. I always consider a child's developing emotional, social and physical needs while providing care. I am flexible and a strong communicator.
I am formally educated and trained in infant safe sleep...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello my name is Liz , I have worked with adults with disabilities and caregiving for an adult foster home. I have my certification in behavioral therapy .
Liz can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a mental health specialist at several hospitals for Children's Unit 1 inpatient psychiatric wing for over a year. There I have worked with patients with a variety of mental health issues, including behavioral disorders and children on the autism spectrum. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, and...
I'm a former student and athlete at the University of Portland where I recently graduated with a degree in Biology. I'm currently working as a physical therapy aide to gain experience hours and save money so I can apply to Physical Therapy school. I'm hoping to work as a part time babysitter on my free time to earn extra money....
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Joy G.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First aid and CPR certified, works well with individuals with special needs, flexible schedule, has a masters degree in working with children with disabilities, and going back to school for marriage and family therapy.
Joy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kira B.
Portland, OR
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello there! I have a special place in my heart for animals and would love nothing more than to take care of yours.
Besides having my own dog and growing up around animals my whole life, I have worked at an animal reserve where I assisted the vets (feeding, vaccinations, enclosure maintenance, etc.), volunteered at an animal...
Kira can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Olinda R.
Portland, OR
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Linda, moved from Houston approximately two years ago due to husband's job.
I have a degree in social work (BSW) and a minor in disabilities. Masters in Physical Therapy.
Prior to moving to Portland, I lived in Houston, and did research for the University of Health & Science Center - at Houston in the Pediatric...
Olinda can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
John Alex V.
Portland, OR
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Owning a pet service business, I've cleaned more dog poop than anyone you know, off of things you can't imagine it getting on!
I have experience as a personal assistant cleaning and organize their house.
Keeping a space clean and organized helps keeps the mind clean and clear.
John Alex can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Hi! My name is Jules and I look forward to hearing from you to see how I can best offer support! I am queer and disability friendly. I have formal training in trauma informed care. I have experience with children and teens in distress and who are affected by mental illness. I always offer a calm, warm, supportive and caring...
Hello, I'm Stevie! I've been an animal caregiver as long as I could remember, I grew up with two dogs and two cats! I have been working professionally for about 5 years. I have experience with dogs and cats of all sizes, rescue animals, and even snakes and chickens :) I've done a lot of combination pet+house sitting, in addition...
Stevie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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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 $21.94 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 143 reviews of the 344 listed therapy dogs.