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Laken B.

Ferguson, NC

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Laken, and I have over two years of experience providing reliable and compassionate pet sitting and dog walking services. With a master's degree in Human Services, I understand the importance of trust, care, and communication when it comes to your beloved pets. Based in the Wilkesboro area, I am happy to travel to...
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Ferguson, NC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I've always had a passion for caring for children. Being around them brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I have over a year of experience as a childcare provider, and I'm confident in my ability to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My educational background includes a Master's degree in...
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Special Needs Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hello! I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist with a master's degree in occupational therapy. I am a mother of a beautiful 18-month-old boy and I have over 11 years of babysitting/nanny experience with children ages 5 weeks old through 15 years old. I am also infant and child CPR certified. Please contact me...
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Excellent Personal Assistant, House Cleaner And Pet Sitter

Millers Creek, NC

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
I have many years experience as a house cleaner. I have an excellent long list of references that I'm happy to provide. I run a small professional service (quality cleaning) with cleaners you get to know and trust. We specialize in deep cleans, move in/move out, cleans, professional rental service and regular maintenance...

Care Member says "Punctual, effective and affordable "

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Experienced Sitter Offering Child &/or Pet Care Services

Jefferson, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am currently a substance use counselor in Boone, NC. Prior to that, I was in full time child care for 2+ yrs at a residential foster home where I provided trauma informed care for up to 9 kids at a time, ages 0-18 with various backgrounds and needs, including 2 young children who were nonverbal & on the autism spectrum. I...

Janelle J. says "I have personally known Lauren for over 15 years and has babysat numerous times for my youngest daughter. Lauren is an excellent role model who displays...

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Part Time Babysitter

North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist with a master's degree in occupational therapy. I am a mother of a beautiful 18-month-old boy and I have over 11 years of babysitting/nanny experience with children ages 5 weeks old through 15 years old. I am also infant and child CPR certified. Please contact me...

Carmen H. says "Starting my search in 2017, I interviewed over 10 people. I came across Brooke and knew she would be the perfect fit for my family. Brooke has been with...

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All Types Of Petcare

Lenoir, NC

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am an animal lover. I have been around pets/animals all of my life. I studied Fish and Wildlife Biology in college and have worked with NC Forest service, Science Center and National Parks as an Educational Ranger. I currently have 2 cats, 2 dogs, 1 bunny and 2 permanently injured owls. I love all kinds of animals and take my...
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Taylorsville, NC

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$11/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have not had any paid experience through pet care however, I have my own dog and cat and know that making sure they are taken care of while away is the number one priority! I can put your mind at ease that I will make sure to do my very best in whatever services you need from me.
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Compassionate Elder Care Provider In Millers Creek, NC - Quality Care At $18 Per Hour

Millers Creek, NC

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
Hello, I'm Jordan, an experienced elder care provider based in Millers Creek, North Carolina. I specialize in providing full-time, live-out home care for seniors who need a little extra support in their daily lives. I offer a variety of services, including personal care, bathing assistance, and nursing care. My goal is to...
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Service Oriented

Boone, NC

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$12/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired health care professional. I have always said my patients give me much more than I have ever given them. I've recently returned to my Carolina roots after living in Florida for 43 years. and would like to work in some capacity giving useful service.
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Senior Care

North Wilkesboro, NC

from
$20/hr
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
Having managed my father's dementia and medication care for over 18 months, I am experienced in working with healthcare providers to assist patients with meals, light housework, transportation and other services related to their in-home care.
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Housekeeping

Boone, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been cleaning my family's 5 bedroom, 3. 5 bath house every other week since I was 14. In the last 4-5 years I've learned how to efficiently get each room looking tidy while also eliminating odors, dust, stains, and any other small messes that would usually go unnoticed. The smallest things make the biggest of a...
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Sitter, Companion, And Assistant Of Almost Any Kind! :)

Boone, NC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
My name is Raya and I'm an undergraduate student at App State University. I have 2 real years of experiences with babysitting, house sitting, and pet sitting, but I've had miscellaneous jobs many years before then. I can help with any of these services, plus companionship and light care for elders, cleaning, general errands, and...
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Claire's House Care Bio

Boone, NC

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I love to clean and offer my services in a format to make your lives easier! Being the person who can help build your life up to where you want it to be starts in a clean, undisturbed environment.
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Residential Cleaning

Boone, NC

from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I have been working in a professional cleaning environment since I was 15. I started out working with Christy's Cleaning Services. I do all rooms (except garage) from dusting, cleaning floors, baseboards, blinds, etc. I have my own cleaning supplies but am welcome to any special requests about the equipment I use.
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Boone, NC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Sakari! I offer babysitting, daycare, and nanny services. I'm comfortable working with children of all ages, from newborns to 10+ years old. I am CPR certified and have my own reliable transportation with a clean driving record. I'm happy to help with cooking/meal prep, pick-ups and drop-offs, light housekeeping,...
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Just Another Family Member

Boone, NC

from
$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Anything you may need for your furry babies I am here to help. I've always had animals growing up and have pet sat many of my friends, family's, and neighbors pets. I've pet sat cats more then anything but have spent time as a dog walker too. I took care of an elder dog with several health issues and required medications so I'm...
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Part Time Caregiver

Taylorsville, NC

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$13/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
I would be available to provide short term dog sitting, as well as other services such as dog walking, or taking them to appointments. I am very comfortable around dogs and have grown up with them my entire life. I have been around many breeds, with my family always having shelter dogs, as well as being around golden doodles,...
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Taylorsville, NC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
I have had professional work with a cleaning company and I also cleaned a lot for my clients when I was a caregiver. Cleaning to me is like therapy and I really enjoy. We all thrive with a clean and tidy home.
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Boone, NC

from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I currently have availability for some weekends and evenings, and Wednesday all day. I intern at a therapy clinic for children, and prior to that spent 2 years with infants and toddlers at a child development lab. I have worked with children in many types of environments: preschools, at home care, daycares and summer...

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  • 37 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Ferguson, NC

Therapy Dogs in Ferguson, NC are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 37 listed therapy dogs

Tammera P.

Punctual, effective and affordable

- Care member

Lauren T.

I have personally known Lauren for over 15 years and has babysat numerous times for my youngest daughter. Lauren is an excellent role model...

- Janelle J.

Brooke N.

Starting my search in 2017, I interviewed over 10 people. I came across Brooke and knew she would be the perfect fit for my family. Brooke...

- Carmen H.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ferguson, NC

To find a therapy dog near you in Ferguson, NC, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ferguson, NC is $15.00 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ferguson, NC. 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Ferguson, NC, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ferguson, NC, 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.

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