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60 therapy dogs are listed in Bridgewater, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Bridgewater, MA
Hannah D.
Bridgewater, MA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a gentle, caring and fun dog mom of 3. I have owned dogs since I was a baby and have personally trained 3 of mine as therapy dogs. I have a flexible schedule and over 10 years of experience in dog training. I have more recently become acquainted with cats and would love to gain more experience!
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
Grace D.
Bridgewater, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Grace and I am going to be a rising sophomore at Bridgewater State this coming fall studying occupational therapy. I have two dogs at home named Ginger and Laila so I am very comfortable with pets, especially dogs! I have been babysitting for five years and counting, and am experienced with various ages.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello! My name is Kelsey and I am an NYU student looking to make some extra money between semesters dong what I love! I have two dogs of my own and have two years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I am extremely reliable, organized, punctual, and flexible. I miss my animals while I am away at school so I am excited...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am an animal lover! I have two dogs of my own! Buster and cooper-both German Shepherd's 5 months old and 7 years old. I also have two bunnies that were born in January and 5 chickens (mixed flock) all hens!
I love being outside with the pups and taking care of all of the animals
Alexandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Katelyn D.
Bridgewater, MA
$15-25/hr
Hi, I'm Katie and I am a sophomore at Worcester State University studying occupational therapy. I am currently home for summer break, and will be available until the end of August. My entire life, I have always immediately been drawn to the elderly. I volunteered at the Hannah B. G Shaw Home for three summers, and the...
Katelyn can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia
Jaseia M.
Bridgewater, MA
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3+years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I would describe myself in three words being caring, genuine and outgoing. I love to color and be outside. I'm open to flexibility where I can pick up shifts when I am available. I work full time doing ABA therapy where I help families with their...
Jaseia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Briana P.
Bridgewater, MA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I am Briana and I am currently working with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and do one on one therapy with children who have autism. I also have experience with early intervention. This has given me a whole new outlook on how kids learn and grow. I am looking for a shift in work as I am also a graduate student and Bridgewater...
Briana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant with more than 20 years of experience, and have spent an additional two years working as a Patient Care Assistant for an elder with dementia in their home.
I am a compassionate, hard-working and detail-oriented individual looking to provide high-quality care to clients. You can be...
Alisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Shannon and I would love to be your nanny/sitter. I am 27 years old currently working as a Special Education Teacher. I am outgoing and love being outside, playing sports, swimming. As long as its outside, I'll enjoy it. In my spare time, I also enjoy reading, writing and crafts such as jewelry making or painting...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon is wonderful! She took to our child immediately at the interview and within just a short time (1 month), she has created a bond with our 1 year old daughter where she clearly is happy to see her and notices when she is getting ready to leave. She plays...
Wendy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. Do you need help getting to doctor appointments, errands, grocery shopping, or companionship at home? I can help with Transportation Services, Light Housecleaning, Errands or general help around the house. I have been helping my parents for years and am available to help weekday afternoons.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands
Eiscinebre W.
Bridgewater, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Friendly, Helpful, Organized Person Whom Enjoys Interaction With People.
Hi, I have 6 years of experience housekeeping and house cleaning and between these services I did part time babysitting. Looking for a full time job. I am a grandmother of 3. Two handsome boys and one beautiful girl that I helped raise and now are growing up. Babysitter
Eiscinebre can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Kathleen S.
Bridgewater, MA
$25-59/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Kathleen but I go by Katie. I completed my degree in social services and I am currently applying to school to get a degree in psychology. I have a history of working with young children ages five months to 12 years. I also have experience working with the adults with developmental disabilities. I am well...
Katelyn D.
Bridgewater, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katie and I am currently a sophomore at Worcester State University studying occupational therapy. At the moment, I am on summer break and available to work until the end of August. I absolutely love working with children and have two years of experience working as a summer camp counselor for kids ages 4 to 13. My hours...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Motivated, hardworking and dedicated to safety and cleanliness. Though I have no professional experience housekeeping I do believe my beliefs of a clean environment give me the high quality services many are seeking. I own durable cleaning equipment as well as non-harmful cleaning supplies. Ever since I was younger I was always...
Alexandra can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, dusting & more
Kathleen S.
Bridgewater, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Kathleen but I go by Katie. I have over 10 years of child care experience. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have experience working with adult and children with developmental disabilities and autism. I love to have fun and help your children create memories that will last a life time and crafts that will...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kathleen is kindhearted and caring while also able to objectively do her job. She is consistent, dependable, and flexible in most work settings. Kathleen works hard to complete all tasks to the best of her abilities and collaborates well with fellow employees. She...
Hannah K.
Samantha H.
Bridgewater, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Samantha and I am 22 years old. I have previously worked at a daycare with infants to preschool aged children. Leaving there I went to work with children with autism using an in-home service with elementary aged kids. And I currently use that role as RBT to work in the public school districts to help children with...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kathleen S.
Bridgewater, MA
$18-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello.
My name is Kathleen and go by Katie for short. I am currently a full time counselor working with adults that have substance use disorder. I have recently completed my degree at Massasoit community college for social services and I am applying to Bridgewater State University to pursue a Bachelors and masters degree. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Hi! I'm 26 years old, have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services and I'm an ABA Behavior Technician in a Special Education classroom. I'm looking to help out with some babysitting this summer! I have experience with several age groups and children with varying abilities. I can start Monday, June 19th and my availability is as...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have the privilege at work to use therapy dogs for my residents at the elderly assisted living. I had two saint bernards and cats most of my life. I have loved horses all my life. I have pet sitted for many animals for most of my life.
Charlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Charlene was wonderful! I highly highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies. Mine were sad to see her go!!"
Care member
Rachael W.
Taunton, MA
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have a my own therapy dog which I take care of and I've house sat for friends and family before to take care of their pets. Feed them, take them for walks, and give them their medicine if needed.
Rachael can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Very personable and friendly. Very reliable. I will hire again."
Charles B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Bridgewater, MA
Shannon K.
5.0
Shannon is wonderful! She took to our child immediately at the interview and within just a short time (1 month), she has created a bond with our 1 year old daughter where she clearly is happy to see her and notices when she is getting ready to leave. She plays with her the whole time she is there...
- Wendy B.
Kathleen S.
5.0
Kathleen was a wonderful babysitter for our children. She is very organized and reliable and had a great connection with the kids. We will definitely hire her again.
- Reinhard S.
Charlene P.
5.0
Charlene was wonderful! I highly highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies. Mine were sad to see her go!!
- Care member
Rachael W.
5.0
Very personable and friendly. Very reliable. I will hire again.
- Charles B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Bridgewater, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Bridgewater, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Bridgewater, MA is $19.17 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 Bridgewater, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Bridgewater, MA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.