Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Rensselaer, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Rensselaer, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Rensselaer, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Rensselaer, NY
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I have many years of experience with the elderly as well as children dating back to when I was 16 years old. I am passionate about it because it's where I excel the most. I am fully vaccinated with the booster for Covid. Last year I retired from NYS Office of the State Comptroller after 36 years of service. I enjoy working with...
Eva can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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"Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these! "
Anne S.
Mia T.
Wynantskill, NY
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
hi! My name is Mia, I love animals. I grew up with a dog and walking all the neighborhood, dogs and dog sitting throughout my high school years. Throughout high school, I assisted my mentor and his service animal all four years in training and care. I currently have a cat who is my best friend!!
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello my name is Daniela and I am 29 years old. I am finishing up my online masters program to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I am currently completing a placement in Watervliet, NY providing Speech therapy services to children ages 3-5, in a variety of settings (i. e., home, daycare, school).
I love babysitting my...
Danela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Hello! I am transitioning from social work to dog walking services. My enthusiasm, gentleness and loving nature lends itself to pet care. I would love to meet your furry loved ones.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking
Caroline S.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 12 years of dedicated pet care-giving experience, I offer comprehensive services tailored to the needs of dog and cat owners. My skills include feeding, exercise, basic training reinforcement, some grooming, and attentive health monitoring. Services provided include pet sitting, dog walking, and drop-in visits, with...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
Lindsey D.
Troy, NY
$18-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently in grad school at Russell Sage for Occupational Therapy and am looking to help out pet owners during my summer break! I have experience pet sitting for friends and family along with caring for my own cats and dog! My senior dog needed a lot of extra support in the last years of her life so I have experience with...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi.
I have been a caregiver for several individuals with developmental delays, add/adhd, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, Down syndrome, etc.. I love taking care of others. I work as for the chatham Ny school district and have had much experience helping young ones with delays, Down syndrome and the like to work with others, learn, play...
Samantha T.
Albany, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have experience with people ages 8-30. I know basic sign language and have experience with assistive technology. I currently work with St. Catherine's Center for Children where I assist Guilderland High School Special Education students with pre...
Single mama in the Capital Region of an almost 3-year-old diagnosed with Autism. I have prior experience working with children and being the eldest sibling, before my motherhood experience. I worked as a head camp counselor for a local Jewish Community Center Summer Camp. I have also participated in peer mentorship programs. I...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Ulyana B.
Albany, NY
$15-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
I have Master degree in Psychology and last 10 years worked as HR Manager. I take care for one nice old lady from 2022 till now, but I have additional free hours what I can use to provide help for one who needs. I have 1, 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care, care giving or...
Ulyana can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia
David W.
Watervliet, NY
$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals.
I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young.
I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping.
I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
David can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Mitchelle O.
Albany, NY
$17-22/hr
I absolutely love kids! I have worked with a special needs kid this past year and now I am ready to make memories with new children. I also am very familiar with online learning and occupational, physical, and speech therapy. I am very energetic and happy to learn new things. I'm very patient and willing to work with you!
Samantha M.
Troy, NY
$17-25/hr
Hello!
Maybe unbelievable but I like to clean. Im very detailed oriented. So yes I'll clear the counter before cleaning it and move out the garbage can when sweeping ( it baffles me that these aren't apparent tasks when providing a cleaning service). I have reliable transportation & I can provide my own cleaning supplies...
Samantha can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
Wysteria B.
Selkirk, NY
$23-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a compassionate and optimistic mother of two wonderful children, ages five and seven, who are on the autism spectrum. I am patient, kind, loving, and understanding. I excel in delivering consistent, high-quality residential cleaning services. I possess exceptional skills in utilizing cleaning equipment and supplies to...
Wysteria can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I have worked with kids for over 10 years as a babysitter and tutored for 5 years. I tutor in Math, English, Science, and Test Prep. I tutor to ensure the child is comfortable with the subject, improving test scores, completing homework, and becoming more confident overall. I am also a dance teacher and physical assistant. I...
Hey Y'all! My name is Celeste! I have two pets of my own; a dog named Bonnie and a cat named Loki. I've also owned various types of small animals. I have been getting paid to pet sit and walk dogs for 12 years. I've also worked in a doggy daycare that also boarded cats, exotics, and small animals. I offer dog walking, in your...
Celeste can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Chayce P.
Albany, NY
$22-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am very compassionate and driven individual. I thrive on providing the best care and service for my clients as possible. I build genuine professional and humanly relationships with each and every client I attend to as well as treating everyone with the same dignity and respect!
I'd describe my personality as very outgoing...
Chayce can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands, meal prep & more
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"Hi, my name is Tamya B. and Parker assisted my great aunt a few years ago. She's a great caretaker, she's a routine type of person. Which was great because so, was my great aunt and they got along very well. Parker was a very respectable young lady to my aunt and...
Tamya B.
Isabella C.
Delmar, NY
$19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Bella and I am very excited to work with you! I have been working in child care for the last 6 years with the experience of working with all aged children. My primary experience is with school aged children working in a before and after school day care, but I also have experience with babysitting children as...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Patrick M.
East Greenbush, NY
$25-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as determined goal oriented and loyal
I like caring for homes because cleanliness is next to godliness. As well as looking nice it feels good to be in a clean home.
I'm looking for a job that where my services can be used for the time being but the customer will be happy for longer.
Patrick can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
David W.
Watervliet, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hoping To Find A Great Opportunity To Help Provide Someone With A Better Quality Of Life
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals.
I currently take care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young.
I fix his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I come back to fix dinner.
I take him to Dr appts and do his weekly shopping.
I have worked for Catholic Charities and Center For The...
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Rensselaer, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Rensselaer, NY, 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 Rensselaer, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Rensselaer, NY is $17.50 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 Rensselaer, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Rensselaer, NY. 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 Rensselaer, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Rensselaer, NY, 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 Rensselaer, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Rensselaer, NY, 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.