Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chattanooga, TN
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Find therapy dogs in Chattanooga, TN that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Chattanooga, TN
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Chattanooga, TN
I'd describe my personality as friendly and caring.
I like caring for seniors because I have been working in physical therapy for over 40 years. I enjoy seniors especially when talking about their past, family etc.
I started caring for seniors when in 1981.
In my spare time, I like to be with my husband . I have 2 dogs and...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, transportation, meal prep, mobility assistance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old! I graduated from the University of Mobile with a BA in Intercultural Studies and have a huge heart for missions. I love kids, and I have been to Nicaragua every year since 2009, working in orphanages and doing children' s ministry. I am now in school for my masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I do...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"I worked with Amanda for a year and she was absolutely wonderful! Very responsible and poised when it came to my (then) 1yr old daughter! Always reliable, provides great feedback during and after babysitting, and is overall an excellent communicator!"
Angel H.
Hannah W.
Chattanooga, TN
$11-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Hannah and I am an avid pet lover! I am very skilled in taking care of animals! I have a 4-year-old golden retriever! She is a service dog, so she would accompany me to any job I may take! I'm looking for dog friendly dogs! I am very hardworking and will care for your fur-baby like my own! I know how important...
Hannah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, grooming
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amanda! I provide reliable and thorough cleaning services to keep your home fresh and organized. With a keen eye for detail, I handle everything from general tidying-like dusting, vacuuming, and mopping-to deep cleaning in areas such as the kitchen, bathroom, and baseboards. I'm also happy to help with organization...
Amanda can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, refrigerator cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Amanda is wonderful! I wanted to hire someone for years to help clean my house, but I was too nervous about having someone in my house that I didn’t know to actually do it. I heard about Amanda through a recommendation from a family member, and she has been...
Care member
Ashlyn H.
Chattanooga, TN
$13-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had all types of dogs growing up varying in all sizes. I have 5 years experience with being a pet sitting, in home sitter, and a pet walker. Since I was 16, I have helped my neighbors and the people in the neighborhood with any type of service! I would love to take car of your furry friends!
Ashlyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Ali H.
Chattanooga, TN
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a recent Occupational Therapy graduate from Midwestern University, and I am currently doing my rotation in schools and an outpatient pediatrics clinic. I love working with kids and doing activities to keep them engaged. I provided respite and habilitation for two different families for 2 years in Arizona, and just recently...
Charlotte N.
Chattanooga, TN
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Charlotte and I'm a recent graduate of the George Washington University. Growing up, I had three dogs, two big labs and one small Beagle mix, and two cats. Not only did I have pets of my own, I was always pet-sitting for neighbors and friends. For the past few years, I have acted as a professional dog walker and...
Charlotte can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am a full-time student at Richmont Graduate University seeking a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health with certificates in Marriage and Family Therapy and Child and Adolescent Therapy. Ever since my early teenage years, I have known my calling in life is to work with and for children. This is why my long-term goal is to...
Luke can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jeannine W.
Chattanooga, TN
$13/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am 37 years old. I am one of the owners, Dog Trainers and Canine Behavioral Consultant at Pack Academy LLC. Since I was 11 years old, I dreamed of someday being a dog trainer. My favorite dog was my childhood mutt named Rocky, a terrier mix whom I taught to ride on my bike with me. We had a connection, the kind where we could...
Jeannine can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I love helping people who are in their late stages of life. I enjoy finding ways to learn what gives them happiness and dignity and learning their stories. I can coordinate medical care, assist in medication, transportation and errands and assist with regular needs like meals and basic occupational therapy skills.
I thrive on...
Chelsea can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
While I'm new to care. com, I have 6 years of prior experience in customer service. However, I am experienced caring for cats and dogs (I have both!) and I love kids. I have a small amount of classroom experience with secondary school kids, and I spent two summers running a summer camp for pre-K aged children. I am in college to...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the cleaning business for 3years now and I know what it takes to make sure every client has the best version of their house as I can offer. I have gained a lot of experience and have a natural eye for things that need to be done, I'm a very detailed cleaner regarding of service.
I provide deep cleans/ one time...
Dane can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Dane was wonderful and gave specific detail to the areas I requested as well as detail to areas that I didn't expect. Very happy with her work and will hire again."
Michael H.
I have one year of experience as a professional house manager. I provided all services and ensured quality and cleanliness. I'm a bit of a clean freak perfectionist and love to organize and will always do my best to ensure everything is perfect and you're happy!
Molly can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning & more
Emili C.
Chattanooga, TN
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
hi! my name is Emili and I am 18 years old, I go UTC as a nursing major and I am very caring. I have professional experience working at Therapy. I worked with kids all over the spectrum. We helped teach them to swim as well as ride horses. I have good patience and i'm very understanding and will take my time. I am pretty strong...
Zoe B.
Chattanooga, TN
$25/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Zoe! I live in North Chattanooga and work from home in an administrative role from 8-5 on weekdays. I am looking to add some extra work to my schedule as a caregiver or family helper!
I have a bachelors degree in Recreation Therapy with a minor in child development. I was a camp counselor for 5 years and was a full time...
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am a current student studying psychology. I have 3 younger sisters, who I am used to helping out with and I have years of experience babysitting them. I have also babysat children in my neighborhood and volunteered at VBS over the summer. I am currently studying psychology at UTC and plan to go into...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Mia B.
Chattanooga, TN
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a student at UTC looking to dog or cat sit for your fur babies! I absolutely love all animals and take pride in caring for them.
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, and loving.
I like working with animals because I have an emotional support animal of my own, and I understand how much of an impact they can...
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent Occupational Therapy graduate from Midwestern University, and I just finished doing my rotation in schools and an outpatient pediatrics clinic in Nashville. I love working with kids and doing activities to keep them engaged. I have been babysitting and working with children for over 9 years, with experience from 2...
Ali can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ali will always be apart of our family. She was very flexible when her school schedule allowed it. She helped entertain, meal prep, bath time, & bed time. Ali cared for our family for 3 years and now with graduating college she has to follow her dreams and we...
Kim M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kalia (KJ), and I am currently a sophomore at UTC! I have a 4-month-old Maine Coon that lives with me. Back at home, I have a 2-year-old Black-Mouth Cur and a 17-year-old Miniature Dachshund.
I have experience caring for cats and dogs, from playful kittens and puppies to loving senior pets. I also have my own...
Kalia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"She was great! One of our dogs is a little intimidating, but she handled him just fine. We also booked her last minute after someone else canceled, so we were impressed she was so willing to help on such short notice. We'll definitely hire her again!"
Shelby D.
I am a previously certified K-12 Special Education Teacher in Tennessee with 5 years of teaching experience. The majority of my time has been spent teaching middle school students with mild to moderate disabilities. I have also taught English in China to middle school students. Currently, I am in my second year of school...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chattanooga, TN
Amanda T.
5.0
I've never met a child that hasn't adored Amanda! She's not the kind of nanny who sits them down in front of the TV. She is interactive and cares for them like they are her own. She is the best of the best.
As far as housekeeping goes, she goes above and beyond what is expected of her. She gets...
- Isabella R.
Amanda T.
5.0
Amanda is wonderful! I wanted to hire someone for years to help clean my house, but I was too nervous about having someone in my house that I didn’t know to actually do it. I heard about Amanda through a recommendation from a family member, and she has been absolutely fabulous! She does a great job,...
- Care member
Dane S.
5.0
On time, works fast, does a good job, communicates well and is transparent about price. Would hire again!
- Val L.
Ali H.
5.0
Ali will always be apart of our family. She was very flexible when her school schedule allowed it. She helped entertain, meal prep, bath time, & bed time. Ali cared for our family for 3 years and now with graduating college she has to follow her dreams and we will miss her so much.
We would...
- Kim M.
Kalia D.
5.0
She was great! One of our dogs is a little intimidating, but she handled him just fine. We also booked her last minute after someone else canceled, so we were impressed she was so willing to help on such short notice. We'll definitely hire her again!
- Shelby D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chattanooga, TN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Chattanooga, TN?
To find a therapy dog near you in Chattanooga, TN, 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 Chattanooga, TN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chattanooga, TN is $17.73 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 Chattanooga, TN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chattanooga, TN. 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 Chattanooga, TN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Chattanooga, TN, 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 Chattanooga, TN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chattanooga, TN, 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 Chattanooga, TN therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Chattanooga, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.