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Caitlyn C.

Experienced Pet Sitter Providing Loving Care

Saint James, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
dog training
+ 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 walking
pet sitting
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)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Brianna C.

Pet Care

Coram, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
Hello, I'm Brianna! I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and I am seeking occasional pet care opportunities. I have grown up with German Shepherds, bringing years of experience caring for dogs. I also cared for a guinea pig for 8 years and have been providing cat-sitting services for the past 5 years. I have two cats of my...

Austin K. says "Brianna watched my three Guinea pigs in her home while I was away for a week. She took very good care of them and answered my texts Punctually Every time...

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Karen A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
attic cleaning
carpet 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
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Lucille P.

Holtsville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
In 2020, I relocated from New York to Florida, where I sought a new family to continue my career. After five years, I am now happily settling back on Long Island and excited for new opportunities. I have a passion for teaching children and engaging them in fun, educational activities. I am also comfortable driving children to...

Care Member says "Lucille is amazing with children of all ages. (I have a baby, a 10 year old and a 13 year old). My girls love when she watches them and even the 13 year...

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Jaclyn P.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Islandia, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...

Philomena R. says "Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has...

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Jenie S.

Brentwood, NY

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 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)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
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)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
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
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Brianna C.

Tutoring

Coram, NY

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I'm Brianna! I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from Stony Brook University and currently work as a case manager with adolescents. In addition to my full-time job, I offer tutoring services for children 12 and under during evenings and weekends. With experience in test preparation, homework assistance, and reviewing...
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Alex A.

Home

Holtsville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 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
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
attic cleaning
carpet 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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Jessica P.

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

Bohemia, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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  • 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

Brianna C.

Brianna watched my three Guinea pigs in her home while I was away for a week. She took very good care of them and answered my texts...

- Austin K.

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.

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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