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 rate is $15/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Rensselaer, NY
4.5
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in 2017 with a BA in Creative Arts in Therapy from Russell Sage College. I've spent the last year working full time for NYS and part time as a content creator. I am now looking for a part time childcare position while I (hopefully!) transition into a fully WFH position. I worked as a babysitter all four years of high...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.0
"I interviewed Maddy for a part-time position and after a few minutes we realized that she had misread the job posting, and wasn't actually available on one of the days that we needed. She was polite and interviewed well, though, and if she'd been available she...
Jillian C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
Jazmine G.
Albany, NY
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun Interactive Babysitter And Nanny With A Purpose In Childcare.
5.0
(2)
Hello. I'm Jazmine but you can call me Jazz! Nurturing and engaging are key aspects of my approach as a nanny and babysitter. I have five years of experience ranging from a youth development professional to a former toddler teacher assistant. I aim to create a loving and interactive dynamic environment by planning...
Jazmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Jazmine is a great caretaker, she pours so much love and knowledge into children. She has watched my daughter and my friends 2 kids as well and I am amazed at the positive habits and behaviors that my child has picked up from Ms Jaz. My daughter absolutely...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30+ years experience with many long term families, and excellent references. My job duties have consisted of extensive housekeeping, laundry, shopping, cooking, errands, contractor and service appointments, childcare, accounting/payroll.. just to name a few! I love the varied responsibilities, and thrive on the challenge...
Jo can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, oven cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Jo has gone above and beyond in our housekeeping needs. Have several autoimmune disorders in our home including a 9 year old Type 1 diabetic it is crucial to keep our home clean. Jo has made such a huge difference in our home. Jo has gone above and beyond what I...
Heather Z.
Jo L.
Nassau, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Gramma With Professional, Honest, Hardworking Experience!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recently retired professional, active grandmother of 10 children, ages 5-18 years old. I live in East Schodack. My work experience covers 51 years of customer service, accounting, and property management, most recently managing all aspects of a household of 7 for the past 13 years.. including 5 children ages 13,...
Jo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jo is amazing! She goes above and beyond treating us as if we are her own family. My children adore her and we are so glad to have found her! She is a perfect fit for our family!"
Tracy H.
Darcie D.
Albany, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Of Four Looking For A Full Time Opportunity As A Nanny
5.0
(1)
I am a hardworking and experienced young at heart single mom of four children who are all grown up now. I had cared for many children throughout my teenage years as well as working my one and only job for 33 years in management customer service. In the last 3 years I have been a nanny for a wonderful family who has two children...
Darcie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Nam T.
Albany, NY
$15-20/hr
I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home and also dog walking service too. I love dog/cat of all sizes and ages. Beside from providing service on care. com, I'm also a dog walker/caretaker on another pet sitting app.
Nam can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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 walking, pet sitting
Natalia G.
Troy, NY
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3+ years of experience with children. I have worked with children of all ages with my moms previous daycare. I have worked as a direct support professional for 4 years now with children/adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. I am currently an Occupational Therapy Student.
I've had and cared for animals my entire life.
My father used to be a state police K9 handler and train dogs, and my mom is an elementary school therapy dog handler, so I'm familiar with the training process.
I know how to take care of puppies as well as grown dogs, and I have also had and taken care of cats, rabbits,...
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
Hello! I have a degree in human services and a years worth of professional experience with dogs. in would love to help care for children or meet your furry friends.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello fellow pet lovers! My name is Arden and I am passionate about providing exceptional care for you furry family members. With years of experience of caring for my own dogs and a deep love for animals I offer dog waking and pet sitting services for your beloved pets!
Arden can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Gabriella H.
Albany, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Gaby. I'm an enthusiastic and compassionate pet sitter with a genuine love for animals. I understand that let's are a beloved member of the family, and I'm committed to providing them with exceptional care, attention, and affection. As a pet owner myself, I understand the importance of finding a trustworthy and reliable...
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lindsey D.
Troy, NY
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Caring With Experience In Early Childhood Education
Hello, I am looking to help out a family where I can while I'm in grad school! I graduated from RWU in 2022 and am currently in the occupational therapy master's program at Russel Sage. I aspire to become a pediatric OT. I have 6 years of experience working with young children through nannying, camps and school programs and love...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer M.
East Greenbush, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I am a mother of four elementary/middle school children. I have a singleton and a set of triplets. I have 20+ years of experience with childcare. Starting as a teen babysitting for my nieces and nephews and raising my own as a stay-at-home mom. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, and outings....
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I started babysitting at age 16, and have serviced multiple families throughout the capital district, in towns like Bethlehem, Albany, and Loudonville. This June I will graduate from Bethlehem Central HS with honors. I'm a rising freshman at the University of Michigan, studying a BFA in Musical Theatre. Having an extensive...
Jack can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Shelby D.
Troy, NY
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
1.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have EMT and CPR training. I've worked in a hospital and currently a home health aid. I take care of seniors with Parkinson's, dementia, who are blind and have had a stroke. I help one senior with physical therapy. I also change, shower, make/feed meals and give medications when needed.
Shelby can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia.
I'm a mother to a 4-year-old boy, I took care of both of my grandparents one of which suffered from dementia for over 8 years before she passed, I've also been and I'm still employed working per-diem with All Metro Health Care.
I've worked...
Morgan can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Celeste P.
Delmar, NY
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm an *occasional* babysitter. I'm 24 years old and I have years of experience. I have a 16-year-old sister who I have helped take care of all her life. I've been getting paid to babysit since I was 12. I was a lead infant teacher and a lead toddler teacher in daycares. I also worked in schools so I have experience with...
Celeste can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Rensselaer, NY
Madeline W.
4.0
I interviewed Maddy for a part-time position and after a few minutes we realized that she had misread the job posting, and wasn't actually available on one of the days that we needed. She was polite and interviewed well, though, and if she'd been available she definitely would have been on our short...
- Jillian C.
Jazmine G.
5.0
Jazmine provided exceptional care for my twin boys before they went into elementary school. I am a single parent so I was really looking for someone I could trust, that’s why I’m fortunate to have been referred to Jazmine. She helped me tremendously, always going above and beyond with my twins and...
- Care member
Jo L.
5.0
Phenomenal! Lucky to have her in our lives and you would be to! No hesitation with her. You can look no further. Kids or house maintenance you nailed it! She's the one!
- Brooke S.
Jo L.
5.0
Jo is amazing! She goes above and beyond treating us as if we are her own family. My children adore her and we are so glad to have found her! She is a perfect fit for our family!
- Tracy H.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Rensselaer, NY
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 $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.
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.