Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Saratoga Springs, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Saratoga Springs, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Saratoga Springs, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Saratoga Springs, NY
Amelia S.
Schuylerville, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Animal Lover With A Variety Of Experiences From Domestic Pets To Farm Animals And Horses
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love all animals! I have 2 dogs of my own, in the past I have owned cats, birds, pigs, chickens, goats and reptiles. Ive worked at a groomer, bathing and blow drying dogs. I've worked on various farms from a young age. Worked as a horse groom, clean stalls and do heavy lifting around a farm. Some exotic pet experience and...
Amelia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Carolyn M.
Ballston Spa, NY
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
School Psychologist Looking To Give Extra Care And Love!
Hello! I am Licensed School Psychologist working for an elementary school in the Boston, MA area. I work with students of varying special needs in the school setting. I am skilled in servicing social, behavioral, and academic needs. I am trained in behavior de-escalation. I am looking for evening, weekend, or summer hours that I...
I have worked with an array of elderly and disabled people. Have a massage therapy background I also understand mobility exercises and stretching as well as general health management. I have worked for meals on wheels, nursing homes as a visitor for elderly with no families and I have no problem taking care of everything a...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Shaela M.
Gansevoort, NY
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have done house-sitting as a short term side job. I can provide cleaning service. I have a flexible schedule.
Shaela can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
Heather J.
Mechanicville, NY
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Reliable Sitter Looking To Assist Families In Need Of Help
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 3 boys, 18, 17 and 12. I have been taking care of children since I was a teenager. I am patient, fun, creative, trustworthy and reliable. I love being able to see children learn and explore their environment. I cook, do massage therapy, cleaning, and I am looking to find a family that needs an extra pair of hands...
Daye K.
Ballston Spa, NY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Looking For Part-Time Or Full-Time Work .
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Assisted residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assisted devices, bathing, dressing and grooming. Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care gained through the nine years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate, caring, courteous and understanding...
Daye can also help with: Home modification, visiting nurse, visiting physician, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
During school, I picked up side jobs cleaning houses for two years. My services include laundry, errand running, and general house cleaning, organization, and dog walking. I love pets and families and I understand the need to keep a house clean for a family, yet not having time to due to work and other activities, this is why I...
Christina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, pet waste cleanup & more
Michele H.
Greenfield Center, NY
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello
It is a pleasure to meet you. My name is Michele, I'm 42, live in Greenfield with my husband and our two boys aged 7 and 11.
With current and previous families/households I work with, the services have included:
Kitchen: cleaning of all general surfaces. Wipe down of all appliances.
Deep cleaning of appliances...
Michele can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
Shannon E.
Gansevoort, NY
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Looking For Part-time Or Full-time.
I am a professional, reliable and trustworthy certified home health aide with 9 years of experience working in a wide range of healthcare settings.
Services offered: Respite care, dementia care, hospice care, personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, transportation, errands, and companionship.
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Hi there!
I recently earned my degree in CJ from Bryant & Stratton College, and I have been caring for children for 16 years as a babysitter and as the aunt of 11 nieces and nephews. I currently work for Berkshire Farm Center and Services for youth, as well as interned specifically with kids. I have a lot of experience working...
Kirsten can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just finished my sophomore year of college at Ithaca. I am majoring in occupational therapy and have a minor in aging studies. I am comfortable babysitting children of all ages. I have had the most experience caring for children who are about one year of age as well as seven to 10-year-olds. I am a reliable person who is easy...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am currently a college student studying occupational therapy with a minor in aging studies. I have volunteered working with older adults with dementia in a memory care assisted living facility as well as visiting with and reading to residents in local nursing homes.
Stacie E.
Ballston Lake, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."
Crystal H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
my availability is open to days and evenings. I have over 25 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I am a Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Tina is attentive, thorough, provides stellar care & gives proactive suggestions to help avoid health emergencies. Flexible as needs & schedules change. Delights dad so much he asks about & for her on her days off. You will be sorely missed."
Curtis R.
Tiffany F.
Schaghticoke, NY
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
A Passionate, Experienced Sitter From Schaghticoke, New York.
5.0
(1)
I'm Tiffany, a passionate, experienced sitter living in Schaghticoke, New York. I specialize in caring for newborns, infants, children and adolescents. I have 3 years of experience and my services include providing a safe and nurturing environment, engaging activities to promote learning and growth, light housekeeping and meal...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Oh my, where do I start? Tiffany is the ABSOLUTE BEST. She was such a blessing to our family during her time with us and most importantly, our children absolutely adored her. Tiffany was punctual, loving/caring, careful and safe, had a joyful attitude every single...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the Healthcare/Human Services field for over 20 years . I have worked in skilled nursing facilities, group homes and home care. Out of all of them home care is my favorite by far. I truly believe that our loved ones benefit from "aging in place".
I currently do work for a local home care agency as a...
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hard worker. Kind and attentive to my needs. Stays busy and is responsible."
Joyce B.
5.0
(2)
Skills are bathing, dressing, skin care, transferring, hoyer lift wheelchairs, etc., bringing to doctors appointments, writing up documents, doing 12 hours of in-service a year. Doing HHA for 18 years. I'm CPR certified.
Maureen can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maureen goes above and beyond to give your loved one the care that they need. She took care of my Mom for 6 years with excellent care."
Charles S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapist for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY. I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and general pop...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia....
Maryann D.
Elizabeth L.
Queensbury, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With College Degree And Lots Of Love!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 31-year-old college grad with over 15 years of experience working with children. My college education was in the fields of Occupational Therapy and psychology. I have babysat for many families over the years and worked for two child care centers. I was employed as a full time nanny for 4 years . For the last 6 years, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elizabeth is a wonderful person and a great care giver to my two children. I recently moved to the area and didn't know a soul. Through Care.com she came to my rescue when I unexpectedly needed a sitter several days in a 2-3 week period. She is extremely...
Lindsay B.
5.0
(1)
I was an Occupational Therapy major in college until I became sick and had to switch majors because of taking a semester off from school. I have taken many psychology, development and OT classes. I have worked with children both babysitting and at child care centers since I was 12. My cousin has a diagnosis on the Autism...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Saratoga Springs, NY
Stacie E.
5.0
Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character.
- Crystal H.
Tina P.
5.0
Tina is attentive, thorough, provides stellar care & gives proactive suggestions to help avoid health emergencies. Flexible as needs & schedules change. Delights dad so much he asks about & for her on her days off. You will be sorely missed.
- Curtis R.
Tiffany F.
5.0
Oh my, where do I start? Tiffany is the ABSOLUTE BEST. She was such a blessing to our family during her time with us and most importantly, our children absolutely adored her. Tiffany was punctual, loving/caring, careful and safe, had a joyful attitude every single day, and was highly dependable. We...
- Care member
Heidi L.
5.0
Hard worker. Kind and attentive to my needs. Stays busy and is responsible.
- Joyce B.
Maureen C.
5.0
Maureen goes above and beyond to give your loved one the care that they need. She took care of my Mom for 6 years with excellent care.
- Charles S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Saratoga Springs, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Saratoga Springs, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Saratoga Springs, 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 Saratoga Springs, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Saratoga Springs, NY is $20.71 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 Saratoga Springs, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Saratoga Springs, 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 Saratoga Springs, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Saratoga Springs, 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 Saratoga Springs, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Saratoga Springs, 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.
Ratings for Saratoga Springs, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Saratoga Springs, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.