Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Amherst, MA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Amherst, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Amherst, MA
Greetings, My name is Malcolm, and I have over 24 years of caregiver experience. I am looking to fulfill any caregiver services in addition to my current employment as an Activities Coordinator at the Rockridge Retirement Community in Northampton, MA. There, I was awarded Employee of the Month in October 2023, and regularly get...
Pamela B.
Amherst, MA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Residential house cleaner successful at providing consistent and high-quality cleaning services. Accommodates customer needs at all times. Dedicated to exceptional standards of performance and quality. I'm punctual, reliable, and, above all, trustworthy. I have a passion for cleaning, organizing, and decluttering homes; and I'm...
Pamela can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Just starting out with Pam but so far she has been a true delight!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Will take care of your pet(s) like my own. I have cared for dogs, cats, and donkeys. Responsible, dependable, conscientious, timely.
I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager with time to spare and a flexible schedule to meet your needs.
Can pet sit in your home for extended getaways and provide other services such as...
Donna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Donna was great with my 2 dogs, a golden and my anxious rescue. She had to walk them separately for me, as my golden is quite a puller!
Donna not only house sat, taking care of my dogs with separation anxiety, but also came and walked both dogs for me while I...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old.
I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire.
Available for companionship,...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, respite care, companionship, transportation, errands & more
5.0
"We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the...
Anna M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a reliable, detail oriented and efficient housekeeper with 8 years of experience providing top notch housekeeping services. I have experience from daily cleaning to deep cleaning every room in a home (kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living room, dining room, etc.), laundry, organizing and decluttering.
Jennifer can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Jennifer coordinated all the details in advance and then showed up on time and worked all day cleaning the house. She did a great job, thoroughly taking care of what was asked. I have recommended her and would hire her again."
Alexis J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had four years of experience working as a companion/caregiver for an elderly man with Dementia. Prior to that, I volunteered at a Nursing Center with my dog as a pet therapy team through Pets and People. As a caregiver, I am happy to plan activities, run errands, go out to events, cook, help with cleaning, administer...
Julia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary"
Gary B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for overnights, daily check-ins, dog walking, and farm sitting! Experience with dogs, cats, small animals, avians/exotics, horses, and livestock. Send me a message for more information on my availability and additional references.
I can provide pet sitting in your home for those days that you need to work late...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates."
Scott S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal, I am 36 years old. I have worked as a nanny for 9 years and enjoy playing with and taking care of children. I am kind, fun, and caring. I am a very involved nanny and am comfortable with pets and housekeeping.
I started my professional experience working with children at a Montessori school house for a year,...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Crystal is great. She was very calm and attentive with our 2 year old son and he responded well and was very relaxed with her. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter"
Daniel B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 20 years in home health experience, I am offering Transportation services as a CNA. Reliable transportation to procedures or appointments, assist with getting in and out of the house and support at home after. I will run errands and pick up prescriptions as well.
I will transport one way or round-trip. As needed I can...
Marianne can also help with: Errands, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Marianne walks with my mom one day a week. She is very reliable and has a great outlook."
Wayne D.
I am the lucky owner of a rambunctious 3-year-old black lab, pitbull, and cane corso mix! My dog Mater was adopted from a shelter (he's originally a dixie dog!) and is 80 pounds of pure muscle, so I'm stronger than I might look! :)
In addition to being Mater's owner, I have had pets for many years, have experience pet sitting,...
Paulina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Marisela A.
South Deerfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have provided pet sitting services for those in need for over three years. I'm experienced with dogs and cats as well as fish! I enjoy spending time with animals and make sure to follow instructions left by owners exactly as described. I can help with many aspects of pet care such as bathing, walking, playing, feeding, and...
Marisela can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi, I'm Noelani. I'm a 23-year-old graduate student studying Library Science at Simmons University on the track to becoming a school librarian. I have 10 years of babysitting experience. 6+ years of summer camp experience and 3+ years of tutoring experience. I am Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certified.
I offer...
I am a life-long animal lover with a special affinity for dogs and cats with experience volunteering at the Dakin Shelters and providing pet care for friends and family.
I offer services including simple walks, play time, providing companionship to animals whose owners are away for extended periods of time, and feeding or...
Mars can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Eulalee D.
Sunderland, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Live-In Home Care. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patient in long-term facilities, and in Assisted Living. I also offer home care services working overnight shifts, providing live-in home care services, and house manager services.
Currently attending...
Eulalee can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful health care experience. With more than 6 years of experience. Compassionate with good communication skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care. I worked directly with patient to assist them with activities of daily living like feeding,...
Jakeline can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
CNA
I am currently a UMass Amherst doctoral student that works in the Amherst-Pelham public school district. I have been a certified babysitter since the age of 14 and am exceptionally comfortable working with children as I am from an extraordinarily large family myself! I have worked as a caretaker, paraprofessional, teacher's aide...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Paulina A.
Northampton, MA
$18-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
Paulina can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My name is Meg. I'm currently working as a children's counselor in Northampton and I am looking for some childcare hours here and there for extra income. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages as part of my job, as well as working with children with mental health issues, trauma backgrounds, and...
Meg can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Karen P.
Northampton, MA
$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Positive Sitter With The Goal To Leave A Smile On Your Children's Face At RThe End Of The Day!
Hello, my name is Karen, I have spent most of my life caring for children of all ages from 3 months-12-year-olds. I have always provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm currently a pediatric dental assistant student. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated,...
Hi, my name is Jayla, and I'm a junior in college. I'm currently a senior and looking to care for some animals! I have an extremely well-behaved German Shepherd service dog in training, who is currently a little over a year old, and I'd love to assist in informal training if you need it! I also used to work for a groomer back...
Jayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Amherst, MA
Pamela B.
5.0
Just starting out with Pam but so far she has been a true delight!
- Care member
Donna W.
5.0
Donna is my dog Emmy’s pet sitter. Emmy suffers from separation anxiety and fear of thunder, and Donna is especially considerate of these impediments. I find Donna to be responsible and trustworthy. She truly cares about my pet’s comfort and happiness. I feel at peace
leaving Emmy in her care; she...
- Care member
Donna W.
5.0
We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the initiative to help with everything...
- Anna M.
Jennifer R.
5.0
Jennifer coordinated all the details in advance and then showed up on time and worked all day cleaning the house. She did a great job, thoroughly taking care of what was asked. I have recommended her and would hire her again.
- Alexis J.
Julia L.
5.0
Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary
- Gary B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Amherst, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Amherst, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Amherst, MA, 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 Amherst, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Amherst, MA is $19.05 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 Amherst, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Amherst, MA. 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 Amherst, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Amherst, MA, 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 Amherst, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Amherst, MA, 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 Amherst, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.