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Pet Care Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog or cat sitting services in your home especially over the summer or weekends once school starts. I am a full time special ed teacher and I work at a family business. I grew up with dogs and cats and I am huge animal lover. I have two sweet dogs of my own. I will come and spend time giving your pets the love and...
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Enthusiastic Caregiver- Master's In Mental Health Counseling

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! My name is Caitlin and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master's degree from Columbia University. I currently work at a nonprofit agency providing therapy to children and adolescents. I have a hybrid schedule with flexibility on nights and weekends, which allows me to babysit for occasional date nights, etc. I...

Dan M. says "Amazing with kids, would let watch the kids anytime"

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Caring For Pets Makes Me Smile!

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
dog training
Hello! I am a mother of two grown boys, and two sweet dogs, a grandma, and the wife of an amazing husband. I've been the proud owner of dogs for over 30 years! I am also a certified dog trainer and can provide training in the comfort of your home. I am self-employed and provide my human clients with housekeeping, companionship,...

Guy G. says "Lori is the best! Kind, trustworthy and does a phenomenal job. We don't know what we'd do without Lori. "

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Pet Service Provider

Schenectady, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
Hello my name is Lisbeth. I'm an experienced dog walker, pet sitter and all around great pet companion. I have cared for dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, lizards and many more perfect animals. I have 25 years experience. I go above and beyond to make sure you and your pet are fully, completely happy. I can administrate medicine,...
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Free Time For You Makes Me Smile!

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
General room cleaning
pet waste cleanup
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
+ 1 more
Hello! I am the mother of two grown boys, two sweet dogs, and the wife of an amazing husband. Helping people and animals, of all persuasions, has always been my passion. I'm extremely professional, organized, and jack-of-all-trades! My services include meticulous house cleaning, home organization, non-medical adult/senior care...

Care Member says "Lori is of good character and is very clean and neat. My home shines when she is finished cleaning. She often does extra work that is not part of her...

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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
meal prep
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
The services I provide include: companionship, bathing, dressing, feeding, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, transportation to doctor office, pick up prescriptions, errand services, and cooking. I have 13+ years experience.
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Schenectady, NY

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
errands
meal prep
Hi! I'm Bri, and I'm a caring, dependable person with a background in Occupational Therapy. I have experience caring for adults and seniors with a variety of needs, including providing companionship, helping with daily routines, assisting with mobility, and being there for someone who may need extra support. I really enjoy...
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Schenectady, NY

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Ensuring your pets feel comfortable and loved in their own environment is my primary goal. I treat every animal under my care as if they were my own, prioritizing their happiness above all else. With a year of experience, I am adept at managing the needs of high-energy breeds through active play and engaging outings. I maintain...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
Dedicated to your pet's comfort and happiness, I treat every animal in my care as if they were my own. With three years of experience, I provide reliable pet walking, transportation, and grooming services for dogs, cats, and other pets. I hold a college degree and have completed CPR training and First Aid. My approach centers on...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
For the past three years, I have dedicated myself to providing attentive, compassionate care for dogs and cats. My approach centers on your pet's comfort and happiness, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I treat every animal as if they were my own, whether I am managing the needs of high-energy breeds through...
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Health Service Administrator

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I provide company for loved ones and services that improve their living environment and make them feel more at home. I provide personal care, meal assistance, transportation, medication management, and other health care duties as needed. I am able to prepare and analyze results of blood and bodily fluids. Etc
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Schenectady, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Selena cleaning service llc... We are a dedicated cleaning company committed to delivering high-quality, reliable, and detail-oriented services. Our team takes pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for both residential and commercial clients. Whether it's routine maintenance or deep cleaning, we approach every...
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Senior Care Giver

Schenectady, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
companionship
errands
mobility assistance
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care.
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Schenectady, NY

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$15/hr
Kitchen cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I am available to provide cleaning services on Saturday or Sundays in the Schenectady area. I provide my own cleaning supplies and vacuum.
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Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My work experience includes 17+ years of social work serving of variety of populations, such as people with psychiatric disorders, medical diagnoses, elderly people both in and out of nursing homes and adults with developmental disabilities. This work experience included but not limited to connecting individuals to a variety of...
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Schenectady, NY

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi potential families, my name is Kim I am 42 years old and reside in the capital region with my husband and 3 children. I earned my CNA license several years ago and went on to earn my bachelor's degree in health and human services with a concentration in early childhood development. currently I am taking courses to become a...
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Krishnawatee P.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
dementia
errands
meal prep
I have 2-3 year of experience. I can help with care of clients, Transportation Services and Meal Preparation and assist my clients with their daily routine. Ensures their safety and comfortable.
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Errands/shopping services available

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Efficient, speedy, careful, on time! Any errands/shopping/delivery is in my nature. Love helping people and seeing the smile on their face, nothing is better than that!
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Super Mom Of 2 Energetic Bunnies

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Since I had children( 5 boy and 3 girl) I realized that all I want to do is take care of them. I found out I am pretty good at it too. I love making up fun activities teaching them about everything and anything, keeping them busy outside as much as possible. My oldest went from a 2-year-old almost nonverbal to a 5-year-old boy...
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Sarhea R.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
While providing childcare is one aspect of this career, building relationships is the other. Over the last 20 years I've cultivated relationships with many families. Building trust with parents and their children over time. I've been able to use my skills and experience while implementing the parents wants and needs for their...
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  • 88 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY

Therapy Dogs in Schenectady, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 88 listed therapy dogs

Caitlin M.

Amazing with kids, would let watch the kids anytime

- Dan M.

Lori K.

Lori is the best! Kind, trustworthy and does a phenomenal job. We don't know what we'd do without Lori.

- Guy G.

Lori K.

Lori is of good character and is very clean and neat. My home shines when she is finished cleaning. She often does extra work that is not...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Schenectady, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY is $22.12 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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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