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Sydney O.

Sitter Sydney :)

State College, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! I am a Doctoral Student in Occupational Therapy at Yeshiva University in Rehabilitation. I hope to have a career in Pediatric Occupational Therapy and have 8 years of babysitting/nannying experience. I love working with kids and am available for after school babysitting!

Laurie G. says "Sydney is a wonderful babysitter! She is punctual, kind, and always helpful. My three children (ages 1, 4, and 6) always enjoy spending time with her. She...

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State College, PA

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I am willing to do overnight stays if that is preferred. My experience includes both young and older pets. I have done some service dog training and can help with basic command training.
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Miranda M.'s Photo

State College, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
administration of medicine
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Miranda! I'm currently enrolled at Penn State as a Forensic Science major. I'm looking for a little more than part time work, about 30-40 hours a week. I have worked with several different dogs including trained working border collies, german shepherds, service dogs, and several other breeds. I have done dog sitting,...
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Taylor T.'s Photo

State College, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
General room cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
I enjoy housekeeping and cleaning for others that need it or are just busy and need a little bit of upkeep in their home. My services can include laundry changing out bed linens. I do dishes and tidy up as well as due organization around the house. I vacuum wipe down surface areasand make sure everything is tidy and neat for the...
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Enthusiastic And Responsible Pet Services

State College, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Life-long animal lover (fanatic really.) I grew up with lots of cats and several dogs. There have been only 2 weeks in the last 30 years that I have not had my own pets. In that time, I've had 5 cats and 2 wonderful dogs (Rhodesian Ridgeback and pitbull mixes, father and daughter), all of whom gave me a wide range of experience....
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State College, PA

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
Hi! I have years of experience working with pets. I have been around pets since before I can remember. I grew up with 2 cats and we now have 2 dogs as well. I rode horses for over 10 years which taught me a lot about the responsibility of caring for animals. I currently have a blind bunny who lives with me at school. I also...
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State College, PA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
General room cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
I've been working as a contractor cleaner for the past year, providing reliable and detailed housekeeping services to clients. I take pride in creating clean, organized, and comfortable spaces, and I always strive to meet each client's unique needs.
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Sarah's Sitting Service

State College, PA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am a senior at Penn State. My major is Human Development Family Studies, and I am going to get my masters in counseling. I love children and have several years of experience babysitting and being a summer camp counselor! I'm looking for babysitting jobs in the Hershey area while I'm home in May!
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State College, PA

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$10/hr
Hi! I'm Lily, a junior high school. I have had experience with senior care throughout helping my grandparents and great parents and more recently starting a program at school to interact with senior citizens. We went to elder homes to make crafts and socialize with the members. I also have my own car so I could provide services...
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Mckenna B.'s Photo

State College, PA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
I take pride in creating clean, organized, and welcoming spaces for families and individuals. Over the years, I have honed my skills including dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and kitchen upkeep. My attention to detail ensures that every corner of the home is spotless and well-maintained. I understand the importance of a tidy...
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Fun Sitter And Great With Pets!

State College, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Anna and I am a recent graduate from Penn State with a degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services. I have been nannying between semesters for about 3 years, and hope to continue during my current gap year before going to graduate school. I understand that trusting someone with your child/children is not a...

Sarah H. says "Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged,...

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State College, PA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind, and mature I like working with animals because they truly bring joy to peoples' lives and I'm such an animal lover I'm looking for a job that can offer hours during the weekend and occasional week day/night I started working with animals when I got my first pet in kindergarten....
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Fun Energetic Sitter

University Park, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Ella, I am 20 years old, and I am a sophomore studying political science at Penn State University. I have 5 years of experience baby sitting. I am happy to help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, and meal prep. I am high energy and love spending time with children! I also have over 3 years experience...

Care Member says "Ella is our neighbor and we have known her for 15+ years. She babysat for our daughter a few times but we also know her to be an extremely responsible...

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Chandra T.'s Photo

University Park, PA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
1:1 Dog Walker at your service! I've been walking dogs professionally since I was 13, and recently took a break from taking clients due to school. I love all pets, cats are not excluded from my services! I'm comfortable sitting or just stopping by for a walk, and I only ever walk one dog at a time. You can feel safe leaving your...
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Centre Hall, PA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I am Lauren! I am an energetic, patient, and loving pet sitter who has been providing pet sitting services for over three years now. I provide pet sitting at your own home that consists of walks or enrichment activities, feedings for pets of all sizes, and overnight care if needed. I have experiences with a wide range of pets...
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University Park, PA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Morgan! But everyone calls me Kay! I'm a Junior at Penn State University getting my bachelor's in Criminology. I've been in paid childcare for nearly 7 years, so I'm great with kids, and I live in an apartment off-campus along with my cat. I'm great with pets, housework, errands, and I have a car if the need for carpool...
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Cat Sitter

University Park, PA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Ella, I am 20 years old, and am a sophomore studying political science at Penn State University. I will provide animal sitting in your home. I have always had a love for animals and enjoy spending time with them! I have no pet allergies and am happy to answer any questions you may have about me or my services!
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Artful Assistance For The Elderly

Bellefonte, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
hospice services
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Skilled hands & a tender heart await you! I offer experienced, artful, & loving senior care with over 10 years of real-life experience. My goal: providing safe and appropriate environments for seniors in need while connecting with each client on a heart-to-heart level. I specialize in supporting limited mobility & wheelchair...

Dawn K. says "Andrea is an exceptional caregiver to my mother who is 78yo, lives alone and requires assistance. She is very kind, caring and patient. My mother loves her...

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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Bellefonte, PA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jamie and I have 18+ years of experience in childcare, animal care, and senior care-giving. I am specialized in ABA therapy for children with disabilities and behavioral issues, lifestyle and leisure (programming) and care giving for seniors with dementia, and was formerly a program specialist for adults with...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Bellefonte, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have worked with the elderly and hospice for over 25 years. I have done all personal care, including catheter care, transportation to appointments, cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping. Filled pill minders, entertaining through cards, games and reading. Going out for walks. I have worked with people with Dementia, Alzheimer's,...
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  • 23 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in State College, PA

Therapy Dogs in State College, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 23 listed therapy dogs

Sydney O.

Sydney is a wonderful babysitter! She is punctual, kind, and always helpful. My three children (ages 1, 4, and 6) always enjoy spending time...

- Laurie G.

Anna R.

Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide...

- Sarah H.

Ella M.

Ella is our neighbor and we have known her for 15+ years. She babysat for our daughter a few times but we also know her to be an extremely...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in State College, PA

To find a therapy dog near you in State College, PA, 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 State College, PA is $15.00 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 State College, PA. 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 State College, PA, 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 State College, PA, 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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