Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Austin, TX
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Find therapy dogs in Austin, TX that you’ll love
455 therapy dogs are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Austin, TX
Mina F.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Mina. I currently work as a personal assistant to an artist who also runs a retail store, and previously, for a fashion designer and a small jewelry company. Organization is one of my passions. My boss calls me her other brain. I take notes, keep records of spending, and am very experienced in retail-related business....
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Lilith! I offer in-house Food Preparation services in the Austin.
I have been providing individuals and families with nutrient-dense, convenient, and delicious food for the last 2 years. In my personal life, all of my recipes are free from gluten, refined sugar, and seed oils.
I prioritize responsibly sourced...
Emily W.
Austin, TX
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a former professional nanny and new mom and am excited to offer part-time nanny/babysitting services. With 6 years of experience as a professional nanny in Austin, plus a background in daycare and summer nannying, I'm confident in my ability to provide nurturing, reliable care. I'm currently available weekdays after 5...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I started my journey as a caregiver in 2017. After finishing high school I took a step into the medical field with curiosity and passion for elders. In 2020 I was able to provide a service to an underserved community. I found that basic assistance ie. housekeeping, medications reminders, food prep and personal care are not the...
Kyla can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Hello! I personally believe I offer more than any other home cleaning service/maid and something that sets me apart from that is the amount of passion I hold for what I do! I have worked with ranges of basic cleanings (more standard) to extreme deep cleanings (hoarding, moving, packing) and I personally love all and in between!...
Haley can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hagen B.
Austin, TX
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a reliable and detail-oriented cleaner with over 3 years of experience helping clients maintain clean and organized homes. I'm skilled in all aspects of house cleaning, from regular upkeep like dusting, vacuuming, and mopping to more thorough tasks like deep cleaning kitchens and bathrooms. I take pride in paying attention...
Hagen can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Hi, I'm Laura, passionate and reliable pet lover offering top-notch pet sitting services.
With more than 10 years of experience caring for a variety of pets, I provide a safe, loving, and fun environment for your furry friends.
Whether you need daily visits or regular walks, you can count on me to give your pets the attention...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Ana D.
Austin, TX
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Ana! A home organization expert with over 3 years of experience helping families maintain functional, clean, and harmonious spaces. With a personalized approach, I am specialist in optimizing space usage, implementing lasting organizational systems, and ensuring every corner of a home is welcoming and...
Ana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
Mackenzie V.
Austin, TX
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have scattered experience with babysitting--stretching from years ago to the present! I work well with all ages:) I am a highly detail-oriented person and have excellent guest service from working at Chick-fil-A for over 5 years! I love working with animals and cleaning/housekeeping is no issue for me! I also have a reliable...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Andrea H.
Austin, TX
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Andrea, I hold a degree in Biology and a concentration in Ecology. As I move forward in my career, I've been immersed in the enriching role of a private instructor, and it's been an enriching experience.
My passion for nurturing young minds, coupled with my academic background, drives my commitment to providing a...
Skills:
Early Education
Angelique D.
Austin, TX
$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lifetime of experiencing caring for children and adults. I currently provide babysitting as well as light care to several special needs seniors. Additionally, I'm a life coach, a birth doula & a massage therapist. Many of these skills translate well to working with seniors.
I really enjoy finding ways to make their...
Angelique can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Angelique is both compassionate and competent. I was so happy to have her with me on the day of my surgery. She ensured she understood all of the discharge instructions, was considerate of my condition and stayed by my side until we were confident I could manage...
Deborah J.
Jessica M.
Austin, TX
$10-20/hr
I am a 25-year-old student at HCC hoping to major in economics. I was raised with small kids in my family and did a lot of baby-sitting. I love playing outside with kids, drawing with them, or reading stories and exploring their imaginations. I am confident in my ability to be able to cook for or prepare snacks for children as...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Companion and caregiver. Most of my clients are seniors who are in need of a personal assistant for life management tasks and want a companion for socialization, but are not yet ready for assisted living. I typically visit once or twice a week, and act as an extra pair of eyes and hands for the family.
Offering a range of...
Adeline can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Adeline is amazing! She is kind, gentle and compassionate. She visits our parents weekly and has also been available for additional support and/or visits. She was exactly what we were looking for to help out with our parents care and socialization. "
Donna B.
Noemi A.
Austin, TX
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
HI! My name is Noemi, I am 24 years old. I have 4+ years of experience, I just recently babysat a 2-year-old kid, I took care of him when he was 7 months old but they don't longer need my services. I am very patient and I love spending time with kids. I have my own transportation and I am flexible with my schedule. I am very...
Noemi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Tara P.
Austin, TX
$18-23/hr
Passionate, Organized, Efficient And Detail-oriented Individual Committed!
I am a hardworking and dedicated individual who is committed to ensuring excellent customer service. I'm very organized, efficient and detail-oriented. When your home gets cluttered and messy, it can negatively impact your mental health, just like a clean space can positively impact it. Family and friends often reach out to me...
Tara can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning
5.0
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Hi there! I'm Bethany, a 24-year-old childcare expert and University of Texas grad living in Austin. My journey has taken me from daycares to after-school programs, where I've spent over seven years nannying, babysitting, and providing reliable transportation. These experiences, coupled with five fantastic summers at a...
Bethany can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bethany has always been respectful, kind and friendly. She's dependable, caring, patient and empathetic to a child's needs.
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I'm a reliable, professional and experienced person. I like helping families to keep their place enjoyable.
I'd describe my personality as adaptable, empathetic and loyal.
I like caring for homes because it makes people's lives easier.
I'm looking for a job that helps people to live better.
I started housekeeping when I got...
Alicia can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
(1)
I love watching children grow and help them become confident and independent while they learn how to navigate the world around them in addition to connecting and collaborating with families as it is an essential part of being a caregiver.
I studied Early Childhood Development and worked at an ECE center as Teacher-Assistant, and...
Fabiola can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Fabi was our full time nanny from Oct 2021 to May 2023 for our twins. The kids were 16 months when Fabi started and a few weeks shy of 3 in May 2023. The kids started daycare so they could get socialized and be around other kids.
Fabi was a fantastic nanny and...
Allison S.
Hello! I'm happy to help with your animal family, companions, and familiars:)
I have many years of experience with all types of animals. I work closely with your babes and am in communication for whatever your loved ones are in need of. I also am a reiki practitioner and can provide healing services. I'm comfortable being with...
Brook can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, daily feeding, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi , my name is Thuy, I have over 5 years experience in housekeeping and organizing . I am passionate about taking care of people and believe that cleaning people's home is good way to make them happy in life. I am honest and caring. I work fast and full of energy.
The services I provide: house cleaning, change linens, laundry...
Thuy can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Tiffany is an incredible worker. She cares about my home as if it was her own and it is truly amazing how clean and organized she can get my house. Tiffany pays attention to detail, I can trust her in my home, and her work ethic is like no other. I recommend her...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Austin, TX
Angelique D.
5.0
Angelique is both compassionate and competent. I was so happy to have her with me on the day of my surgery. She ensured she understood all of the discharge instructions, was considerate of my condition and stayed by my side until we were confident I could manage on my own. I was completely...
- Deborah J.
Adeline G.
5.0
Adeline is amazing! She is kind, gentle and compassionate. She visits our parents weekly and has also been available for additional support and/or visits. She was exactly what we were looking for to help out with our parents care and socialization.
- Donna B.
Bethany B.
5.0
I have know Bethany since i was in high school, she is truly the best person i know! I would trust her with my children any day! She is responsible, patient, kind, outgoing and trusting. She is always thinking of new activities for the children she babysits and keeps the parents updated often...
- Care member
Fabiola C.
5.0
Fabi was our full time nanny from Oct 2021 to May 2023 for our twins. The kids were 16 months when Fabi started and a few weeks shy of 3 in May 2023. The kids started daycare so they could get socialized and be around other kids.
Fabi was a fantastic nanny and the kids thrived with her. She is...
- Allison S.
Thuy B.
5.0
Thuy has been absolutely amazing to work with! I have OCD, which has been overwhelming and led to a lot of house keeping needs building up for me, and the OCD has made it challenging to get help. Thuy has been so considerate of my needs, and it's unbelievable the improvement she has brought to my...
- Eitan G.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Austin, TX
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Austin, TX?
To find a therapy dog near you in Austin, TX, 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 Austin, TX?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Austin, TX is $21.38 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 Austin, TX?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Austin, TX. 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 Austin, TX receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Austin, TX, 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 Austin, TX help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Austin, TX, 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 Austin, TX therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Austin, TX are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 204 reviews of the 455 listed therapy dogs.