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60 therapy dogs are listed in Burke, VA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Burke, VA
Kailey M.
Vienna, VA
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.8
(3)
Hi! Need a leg up during the week or someone to put on your calendar full time? I'm the girl for you! I have 3 years of paid experience as a babysitter under my belt, personal experience helping in the home with my special needs sibling, and 8 years of experience in the food service industry. I love to get outside and keep busy...
Kailey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kailey has been a big help to our family and we appreciate her flexibility. Somtimes she did camp pickup and dinner preparation, sometimes she entertains the kids herself, other days she does errands and drives the kids where they need to be. She can do anything,...
Rose G.
Belky A.
Alexandria, VA
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started to work as a caregiver because I
realized servicing the others gave me a great satisfaction, specifically to the vulnerable ones like the seniors whose family and relatives are unable to take care of them.
I feel full of joy when I can give them attention, support, and make them feel happy.
I have good attitude, a lot...
Belky can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Belky was fabulous! She was efficient and hard working, very detailed and very thoughtful and great at communicating with me as she spent time with my 95 year old aunt! I highly recommend her!"
Monica P.
Narry C.
Annandale, VA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a compassionate, patient, good listener, and client centered caregiver. My priority is to provide safe handling of clients with dignity and respect. I aim at making clients engage in everyday life activities in a safe manner. If needed and desired, I can assist with modifying tasks in order to help client to be as...
Narry can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Narry is the very essence of how care should be defined! She took such excellent care of my father when his regular caretaker was away and my father absolutely loved her! He continued to ask for Narry for many months after his regular caretaker had returned. Narry...
Jacquie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
. I'm originally from Brazil and have been living in the US for the past six years, working full-time as a nanny. I have extensive experience caring for children as young as 3 months and older. Over the years, I've gained valuable skills in areas such as speech delay therapy, potty training, and I'm also a strong swimmer. I'm...
Fernanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Fernanda is amazing! For the first day we contact her she was here about 30 minutes after we called. We hired her after the first day! She is very engaged, careful and very creative playing with my son. I can trust in Fernanda to take care of my son all day long."
Maria W.
Felicia P.
Arlington, VA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
EXPERIENCED NURSING STUDENT/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR LOOKING FOR A PT NIGHT NANNY NEWBORN CARE
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Extensive Experience: With over 10 years of hands-on experience, I excel in caring for newborns to older children, providing a safe and stimulating environment.
Nursing Student & Early Childhood Educator: Benefit from my unique blend of medical knowledge and child development expertise.
Services Offered: Overnight care,...
Felicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Felicia is great! Twins are hard and she handled them really well. Very prompt and professional - would absolutely recommend. "
Care member
Lensa A.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lensa, I am 23 years old, and I am the youngest of my two sisters! I started playing basketball and volleyball when I was 5 years old and will forever love the two sports. Fun fact: My parents met on a co-ed national volleyball team in Ethiopia. My father is a preacher, so I spent my entire childhood in church and...
5.0
"Lensa was a wonderful nanny for my toddler daughter. She provided kind care for her and a firm foundation that provided much needed stability as my toddler began testing limits. Lensa was able to keep her on task and help her transition well between activities...
Evan J.
Alicia C.
Springfield, VA
$23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Alicia! I've been working with children of all ages since I was young whether it was caring for my younger siblings, babysitting neighborhood children, or summer camps and church service childcare. I studied social work in college and went on to pursue a career in child welfare where I worked with families in crisis. Most...
5.0
"Alicia was patient and loving with our 4-month old who is teething and little grumpy. She played and engaged with her all day. She was wonderful."
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started offering my cleaning services in 2000, I have taken several trainings "care and maintenance of properties" "use of organic products" "care and cleaning different kinds of floors" among others. I love entering a house and enjoy the clean smell. My contribution to society is that people do not stress by cleaning their...
Vilma can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Vilma cleans extremely fast but did a great job. She is very personable and I would hire her again. She was flexible when problems arose with my schedule."
Heather H.
4.9
(37)
Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood
*FULLY VACCINATED SINCE FEBRUARY 2021* Hello everyone! My name is Sheila, I am a recent Doctor of Occupational Therapy graduate looking to babysit/nanny for you! I get to thank my big family for being around children all my life. Growing up as the oldest sibling, I was always in charge of looking after little siblings and...
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sheila is wonderful with my 7 year old daughter. They have so much fun together and she looks forward to seeing her every time. Sheila has been available in advance and with short notice which I truly appreciate. She is very kind, responsive and communicative. I...
Lauren M.
Padchima M.
Fairfax, VA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an engineering student at Northern Virginia Community College. I have been working and going to school full time ever since I was 17. I have learn to value and manage my time, so I can live my life to the fullest. I have been babysitting ever since I was 16. I've worked mostly with kids between 3-12 years old. I have two...
Padchima can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
3.0
"Didn't respond back to close the loop."
Peichi S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Animal lover to my core! Full time student, and mom. I have schedule flexibility on Tuesday, Thurs-Sun. I am not able to house any animals but am happy to go to yours to walk and/or spend time with your family pet.
Ali can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Ali kindly dogsit my very anxious rescue Chihuahua and his companion, a parrot. Both really grew to quickly love Ali - and the Chihuahua would squeal when he would see her. On walks in the neighborhood, he would run up to her door in hopes of seeing her. We got...
Lauren Q.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Fully vaccinated. Bilingual. I'm a Professional Nanny and I have Master's Degree in Sociology. I love children and taking care of them. I have over 12 years of experience working with children. I am trained as a Summer Camp Counselor. I finished American Red Cross Program including First Aid & CPR. Additionally, I am a Certified...
Livia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Livia was very helpful when we hired her for some last minute help! She was punctual, my son had fun playing with her, she kept us updated and she just jumped right in. When we got back the bottles were clean and everyone was calm and happy. She is a pleasure! I...
Violeta A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rosa and I'm a highly skilled teacher. I love children and I teach them through an educacional método that involves children's natural interests and activities rather than formal teaching methods.
I have more than 26 years of teaching experience, both in Honduras and the US. I've taught children from...
Rosa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosa helps us with house cleaning. She is punctual, communicative, and always ask for feedback. Our floors are our major problem and she did not hesitate to give it extra attention. She also likes to provide updates and pictures during and after the cleaning. We...
Care member
Hi! My name is Brooke , and I am a second-year graduate student in the Masters of Occupational Therapy program at JMU. I have 10+ years of experiencing caring for various types of pets, personally and professionally. I absolutely love animals and live an active lifestyle, so I am happy to take your pet on long walks to get their...
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
As an animal lover my entire life, I have truly enjoyed a variety of pets. Currently, I have 4 dogs and 3 cats of my own, all were rescued from the local shelters.
I have over 10 years of animal shelter volunteer experience & have managed several situations of animal behavior. In 2015 I trained & certified my oldest dog to be a...
Caitlin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
Hi! I'd love to watch medium to small sized dogs, give them extra love and take care of them while you're away. I have had a golden retriever and a black lab mix (German shepherd and border collie), so I am ready for long walks if need be :) I am also comfortable working with puppies.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing,...
Sabrina can also help with: Pet sitting
Tess M.
Arlington, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
In the course of my career as a nanny and arts educator, I ended up working with kids on the spectrum & a child with OCD. I found working with these children incredibly rewarding. I especially loved being able to help a child I cared for with her therapy program. I was deeply involved with the CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy)...
Emily F.
Falls Church, VA
$20-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
I worked at a dog kennel through high school and college. I have provided dog sitting services for family and friends in their home.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi my name is Nicolle I love the pets ! My experience is good , in my country I haved cat and dog !! I am from Colombia . etc
Nicolle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Koketso M.
Alexandria, VA
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I genuinely enjoy the companionship of dogs and find fulfillment in caring for them. Dog sitting allows me to spend time with different breeds and personalities, providing affection, exercise, and attention while you are away. It offers me with the opportunity to bond with furry friends, create meaningful connections, and...
Koketso can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Burke, VA
Kailey M.
5.0
Kailey has been a big help to our family and we appreciate her flexibility. Somtimes she did camp pickup and dinner preparation, sometimes she entertains the kids herself, other days she does errands and drives the kids where they need to be. She can do anything, and the kids are always happy to see...
- Rose G.
Belky A.
5.0
Belky was fabulous! She was efficient and hard working, very detailed and very thoughtful and great at communicating with me as she spent time with my 95 year old aunt! I highly recommend her!
- Monica P.
Narry C.
5.0
Narry is the very essence of how care should be defined! She took such excellent care of my father when his regular caretaker was away and my father absolutely loved her! He continued to ask for Narry for many months after his regular caretaker had returned. Narry met more than his physical needs -...
- Jacquie B.
Fernanda F.
5.0
Fernanda was an exceptional nanny for our three kids. She has experience caring for babies, toddlers, and older children. She was always very loving, organized, and responsible, an experienced driver, and an overall wonderful human being. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Felicia P.
5.0
I cannot express enough how grateful we are for the incredible care provided by Felicia when it came to overnight/date night coverage. It was evident that she had a connection with our 5-year-old. Her nurturing demeanor and ability to put our child at ease was truly remarkable. She handled bedtime...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Burke, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Burke, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Burke, VA, 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 Burke, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Burke, VA is $24.00 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Burke, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Burke, VA. 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 Burke, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Burke, VA, 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 Burke, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Burke, VA, 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 Burke, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Burke, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.