Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Scituate, MA

Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Scituate, MA and find loving care for your furry friend.

Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Hiring Now!

IllustrationSmallPetCare image
Mary D.'s Photo

Mary D.

Semi Retired

Scituate, MA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an empty nester and live in Scituate. My experience includes working with kids in public school (PreK - 5th) as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) and for the Arc of the South Shore in Early Intervention with children from birth to age 3. I am fully vaccinated, don't smoke, am CPR certified, have a reliable car...
See profile
Melissa A.'s Photo

Love Dogs

Scituate, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm dependable and reliable and have safe transportation I will pick up pet waste feed walk, and whatever other services you need for your animal.
See profile
Katrina R.'s Photo

Part Time Loving, Fun Caregiver

Scituate, MA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
I jumped into a care giver position for a teenage girl with low functioning autism. I quickly fell in love with her and her family. We made the best memories together. I was responsible for medication prep, all bathroom help, food prep, overnight care, being apart of her doctors appointments/therapies
See profile
Louanne B.'s Photo

I Have 1 Year Of Experience. I Can Help With Transportation Services And Medical Management.

Scituate, MA

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management . I look forward to meeting with you !
See profile
Mary D.'s Photo

Child Care

Scituate, MA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an empty nester and live in Scituate. My experience includes working with kids in public school (PreK - 5th) as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) and for the Arc of the South Shore in Early Intervention with children from birth to age 3. I am fully vaccinated, don't smoke, am CPR certified, have a reliable car...
See profile
Kaitlyn W.'s Photo

Scituate, MA

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Bringing six years of childcare experience, I am eager to continue working with children as I pursue my doctorate in physical therapy focused on pediatrics. My past caregiving experiences have been invaluable, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to help children grow. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I...
See profile
Jane B.'s Photo

Senior Care

Scituate, MA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
I have 10+ years experience caring for seniors every weekend from 7 a.m. to 7pm, and sometimes overnight. I work as a caregiver at Fox Hill in Westwood and have had several clients. Both the seniors and their families have been happy with my service.
See profile
Jennifer G.'s Photo

Adolescent And Elderly Support Service

Scituate, MA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
oven cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello families, I'm a mother of three, 2 are in college and 1 in high school. For the past 10 years, I've been working as a specialized paraprofessional / teacher assistant in a public middle school setting. I have worked both in a sub - separate room and gen ed room. I have experience working with students whose needs range...
See profile
Jennifer G.'s Photo

Adolescent And Elderly Support Service

Scituate, MA

from
$25/hr
To whom it may concern, My name is Jennifer . I'm a mother of three grown children and I've been living in Scituate for 15 years. For the past 10 years, I've been working for Scituate Public Schools. I have experience with the young and the old. I also enjoy pets too. I work at Scituate Public Schools as a Specialized...
See profile
Marissa S.'s Photo

Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 15 years experience as a certified nursing assistant/ CPR certified Health and fitness coach. Wide range of experienced care- I am able to fulfill tasks needed such as ; household tasks, meal prep, bathing, dressing, transport/ lift & assist with physical therapy. Attention to detail, organized and provide...

Care Member says "Marissa is professionally, kind, caring, trustworthy and very good at home healthcare. My parents adored her"

See profile
Amanda C.'s Photo

Amanda C. OTR/L

South Weymouth, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 25 years old and have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My most recent nannying was for a sweet 2-year-old girl while I was in graduate school. Before that I completed a...
See profile
Sandra G.'s Photo

College Educated , Fluently Bi-lingual Educator

Marshfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello South Shore Families, I hold a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and I'm fluently bi-lingual in English and Spanish. I am also certified as an ESL teacher and a Spanish Medical Interpreter. I have extensive experience working with children. As an ESL teacher and Academic Tutor, I have worked...

Diala T. says "I hired Sandra to help with my 3 daughters while I was doing my internship as a nurse practitioner. She immediately became their "best friend". Sandra is a...

See profile
Sandra G.'s Photo

Experienced, Animal Lover!

Marshfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Pets are my passion! I tailor my visits to fit your pets' needs and I stay on the schedule they are accustomed to. Just let me know what makes them happy and I'll take care of the rest! I offer a full range of personalized pet care services in my local area during evening hours and possible overnights.

Lydia C. says "Sandra took our mini goldendoodle on a pretty last minute demand and was so sweet to accommodate us, she offered a way to meet her before, on like I said,...

See profile
Catherine S.'s Photo

Experienced Nanny

Marshfield, MA

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Cathy! I'm so excited to have recently moved to Marshfield after growing up in Wrentham, MA and living in the Attleboro-Franklin area for most of my life. I absolutely adore children and have experience caring (babysitting since pre-teen, nannying full time for 5+ years and working in human service field) for children...

Benjamin R. says "It is Fantastic to have Cathy helping us with our newborn (2 months). It's hard to find someone you trust and all of her references had really positive...

See profile
Amanda C.'s Photo

Amanda, MS, OTR/L

South Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name's Amanda. I'm 26 years old and I have a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of New England and a bachelors degree in physical education from Bridgewater State University. I've worked with children, and children with special needs, for the past several years. My past nannying roles include a...

Tanne G. says "Amanda is the best! We adored her and our daughter did too. She was creative, dependable, loving, and patient. She took amazing care of our 2 year old and...

See profile
Sydney F.'s Photo

Loving Experienced Caretaker

Hanover, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello, My name is Sydney. I am 32 years old and a mother of an 8-year-old. I have a degree in Expressive Therapy from Lesley University and a certificate degree in Childcare. In my current position as a Registered Behavior Technician, I am working with children aged 2 to 6 years old with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum...

Amy L. says "Sydney is an exceptional person. I feel completely comfortable with her in my home. She is a gem!"

See profile
Shannon F.'s Photo

Rockland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, walking services, and basic training.

Mary J. says "Shannon is a wonderful person. She is willing to help in whatever you may need, and does so in a very caring manner. She also is a huge pet lover! For...

See profile
Amanda S.'s Photo

Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a cleaning professional for 5 years, I have dedicated my time and experience to organize and clean your home so that you have more quality time. Would you like to make an appointment? so that I can be going to your house to meet you and give you an estimate. Or If you prefer, I can also give you an estimate without...

Austin P. says "Amanda is a trustworthy, reliable, and excellent cleaner!"

See profile
Dawn H.'s Photo

Caregiver For Children And Seniors

Marshfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a 52-year-old empty-nester Mom of 2 girls in college. I have worked most of my adult life starting in business/finance. I have years of experience with seniors, starting with caring for my grandparents years ago. In the last 5 years, both of my parents required more of my attention - to the point where they were...

Care Member says "We are so lucky to have Dawn caring for our children. She is reliable, trustworthy, and extremely personable. Dawn created a positive rapport with our...

See profile
Donna F.'s Photo

Dog Trainer Of Certified Therapy Dogs And Dog Breeder

Cohasset, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Worked with dogs and animals since a youngster growing up on a farm in Ireland. Have own business of breeding & training puppies for the past 13 years. Trained my dogs and they passed the test to become certified Therapy dogs. Adore all animals and always bore a special connection and they are comfortable around me. I also have...
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.11/hr as of April 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Scituate, MA

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

Marissa S.

Marissa is professionally, kind, caring, trustworthy and very good at home healthcare. My parents adored her

- Care member

Sandra G.

I hired Sandra to help with my 3 daughters while I was doing my internship as a nurse practitioner. She immediately became their "best...

- Diala T.

Sandra G.

Sandra took our mini goldendoodle on a pretty last minute demand and was so sweet to accommodate us, she offered a way to meet her before,...

- Lydia C.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Scituate, MA

To find a therapy dog near you in Scituate, MA, 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 Scituate, MA is $23.11 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 Scituate, MA. 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 Scituate, MA, 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 Scituate, MA, 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.

Additional Therapy Dog Services

About Care.com
  • About us
  • Careers
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy policy
Care.com does not employ any caregiver and is not responsible for the conduct of any user of our site. All information in member profiles, job posts, applications, and messages is created by users of our site and not generated or verified by Care.com. You need to do your own diligence to ensure the job or caregiver you choose is appropriate for your needs and complies with applicable laws.
Care.com® HomePay℠ is a service provided by Breedlove and Associates, LLC, a Care.com company.
Care.com is a registered service mark of Care.com, Inc. 2007-2026 Care.com, Inc. All rights reserved.