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Caitlyn C.

Experienced Pet Sitter Providing Loving Care

Saint James, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Caitlyn. With over 21 years of experience caring for a wide range of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, rodents, fish, and reptiles, I'm dedicated to providing top-notch care for your beloved pets. I treat every pet like family, ensuring they receive the love, attention, and customized care they deserve. My background...
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Theresa H.

Saint James, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Theresa and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services. With two wonderful children of my own, now 20 and 16, I have firsthand experience in understanding and addressing the needs of kids at various stages. Additionally, I've worked in a preschool setting for two years, giving me valuable insight into early...
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Meghan S.

Saint James, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey guys! My name is Meghan. I am looking for a pet sitter placement in St James, New York or the surrounding area. Flexible scheduling available depending on service requested. I'm a lover of all animals who would spend all day everyday with them if possible! I grew up with all kinds of animals and have experience with...
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Chelsea B.

Northport, NY

4.7(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
Please message me for rates as the ones listed are not accurate and I can't change them. I have experience with newborn puppies, kittens, as well as full grown snakes, horses, dogs, birds, and cats. I'm no stranger to physical labor when it comes to caring for large animals and I have been training and caring for dogs for over 9...

Care Member says "She takes great care of my birds and my dog. My dog is a senior and she never misses a day of his medicine. "

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Karen A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am seeking part-time or occasional housekeeping opportunities. I have over a decade of experience, I specialize in comprehensive housekeeping services including organization, laundry, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and dishwashing. Please note, I do not provide cleaning supplies or equipment. Thank you for considering me...

Reenie K. says "I'm so pleased I found Karen.. not only is she friendly and kind she breeze's through the house and leaves nothing untouched. She's reliable and...

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Whitney K.

Part Time Nanny

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm an incredibly compassionate and energetic individual who adores children and is seeking the ideal nanny position to become an integral part of your family. I have over 10 years of experience and mostly with infants and toddles but I do have experience with all ages. A little about me, I enjoy hiking, camping and reading a...

Abby K. says "Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to worry about my...

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Jenie S.

Brentwood, NY

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I have been working as a housekeeper for over a decade. I can provide great reference. I am ready to provide with an excellent service and willing to learn individuals cleaning preference. I am motivate to learn and eager to start working for you.

Marcia O. says "Jenie showed up as per our agreement. I was pleased with her work considering it was her first time cleaning my home. Her experience showed. I will...

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Karen A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I am seeking part-time or occasional pet care opportunities. I offer flexible daily visits for feeding, fresh water, and playtime. For those with dogs, I provide outdoor play sessions and dog walking. My dedication to animals extends to all pets, ensuring their comfort and happiness. Additionally, I offer boarding...
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Diane R.

Clean And Organized Helps You To Have No Stress!

Kings Park, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
Satisfying house home healthy atmosphere. Clean organizing, I do also cooking - extra for that service. Pleasant trustworthy fun!

Alexandra D. says "Diane is so kind! She was so caring and fun while watching my daughter. It was clear that my daughter enjoyed her time with Diane as a caregiver and...

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Tanya B.

Experienced And Loving Care Giver

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am an energetic mom of two grown children. I am retired with 20 years of service with the New York City Board of Education, working with the Universal Pre-K Program, as well as with the upper grades. After retiring, I knew that I had to return to what I do best and missed so dearly. I sought out and...

Stephanie K. says "Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from...

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Alex A.

Home

Holtsville, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
9 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. Having to worked in both assisted living facility and homecare setting I think I have first of all helped in maintaining a safe independent and dignified lifestyle. helping seniors with the activities of daily living makes me feel some form of...

Care Member says "Very respectful, caring, and hard working"

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Itzel L.

Housekeeping

Centereach, NY

4.1(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Specialize in high-end cleaning, meticulously maintaining luxury residences. Implement rigorous quality control measures, ensuring immaculate results Perform meticulous deep cleaning in high-end residences and adhering to strict quality standards for clients Utilized eco-friendly products, promoting a healthier environment and...

Stephanie V. says "Itzel is very professional, detail oriented and thorough. She definitely goes above and beyond. We're very lucky to gave found her!"

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Brianna C.

Tutoring

Coram, NY

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Brianna! I hold a master's degree in social work from Stony Brook University and currently work full-time as a social worker. In the evenings and on weekends, I offer tutoring services for children and am passionate about supporting their academic growth and confidence. I have experience with test preparation, homework...
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Jessica P.

Creative Education Major Looking For Part-Time Care-Giving Work

Bohemia, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! I am a certified special education teacher for grades 1-6 with a strong interest and background in early intervention. Though my degree is in elementary education, I have the most experience with babies and toddlers in both regular and special education environments. I have worked in various preschool rooms, daycares,...

Kelly C. says "Jessica is family to us now. She worked with us taking care of our 5 and 7 year old for the last year. She is extremely caring and always wanting to do new...

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Denise D.

Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 19 and my daughter is 15. I I have had the pleasure of being a stay home mom to provide my two children with the foundation for success! They both knew how to read by 4! Providing the building blocks for young children is and has always been a...

Allison H. says "Miss Denise has worked with my son since he was 7 weeks old, and with my six year old as well. I truly cannot imagine a more amazing child care provider....

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Tina M.

Coram, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a natural caregiver with over a decade of experience providing childcare services. I have a genuine passion for helping children grow and develop and find joy in creating a positive and nurturing environment for them. I am known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, which allows me to easily connect with...

Care Member says "She was wonderful helping my family of young children."

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Amanda M.

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Samantha W.

Part-Time Caregiver

Selden, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I love working with the elderly. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the patients I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CNA and BLS certifications, and 8 years' experience working with patients and assisting them with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc. I possess...

Care Member says "Samantha was kind and willing to give any help that was needed. I was very fortunate to have her."

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Lynn G.

Nesconset, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced animal care provider including dog walking and pet sitter. Assisted with pet therapy with dementia and psychiatric population. I lot of experience
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Denise S.

East Setauket, NY

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a private LPN at an elementary school during the school year and this will be the first summer I'm off in many years. I have a4-year-old daughter that will be attending camp Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. so ideally I would like to find a job on those days from about 9 a.m. to 1 p.m....
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.67/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Saint James, NY

Therapy Dogs in Saint James, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Chelsea B.

She takes great care of my birds and my dog. My dog is a senior and she never misses a day of his medicine.

- Care member

Karen A.

I'm so pleased I found Karen.. not only is she friendly and kind she breeze's through the house and leaves nothing untouched. She's reliable...

- Reenie K.

Whitney K.

Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to...

- Abby K.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Saint James, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Saint James, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Saint James, NY is $19.67 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 Saint James, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Saint James, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Saint James, 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.

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