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Mary K.

Pet Walker

Paxton, IL

from
$12/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love to help walk your dog play with your dog feed when you're out or on vacation I love animals I have five cats myself they're the best therapy for you when you're not doing great I hope we can talk soon I am a Christian I love helping people God bless Mary
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Experienced Babysitter Available For Morning, Weeknight, And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Thawville, IL

from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, everyone!! To begin, I have two younger brothers that are currently ages 10 and 14, that I helped raise and care for since they were both babies. Additionally, I am close to my4-year-old nephew that I have also cared for throughout his life. I also have had various babysitting jobs for families in my hometown for children...
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Thomasboro, IL

from
$16/hr
I have 18 years experience in caregiving as a CNA, I stay current on my CPR certification. I also provide other services which, do not require a license or certificate. I am a jack of all trades sort of person. I am dedicated, hard working, and detail oriented. I have varied availability as I work around my full-time employment....
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  • The average post rate is $12.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Paxton, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Paxton, IL, 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 Paxton, IL is $12.00 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 Paxton, IL. 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 Paxton, IL, 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 Paxton, IL, 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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