Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Colchester, VT
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Find therapy dogs in Colchester, VT that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Colchester, VT
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in Colchester, VT
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While growing up I helped take care of our family's dogs, cats, chickens, and horses. I have also done house and pet sitting for many families while they were away on vacation.
Cynthia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking
Molly T.
Colchester, VT
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter, camp counselor, child swim instructor and after school care provider. I have up to date CPR and wilderness first responder certifications. I have 3+ years experience working with children and adults with a range of special needs. I am currently in school for occupational...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have 5 years of experience in developmental services. Currently seeking masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Work full time but looking for odd hours working with individuals. Enjoy being active and outside in the community. Also enjoy spending time with people in their homes and assisting with activities that...
I have six years of experience as a certified Personal Care Assistant/Nanny, working with clients from the ages of 2 years old to 21. Some of the services that I have assisted my clients with include, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, feedings, house keeping, transfers, lifts, positioning, administering medications,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have six years of experience as a certified Personal Care Assistant/Nanny, working with clients from the ages of 2 years old to 21. Some of the services that I have assisted my clients with include, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, feedings, housekeeping, transfers, lifts, positioning, administering medications, medical...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have five years of experience as a certified Personal Care Assistant/Nanny. Some of the services that I have assisted my clients with include, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, feedings, house keeping, transfers, lifts, positioning, administering medications, medical appointments, outdoor/learning activities. I also have...
Kelsey can also help with: Visiting physician, respite care, personal care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm passionate about childcare and excited to be here to help! As a 28-year-old, I adore spending time with kids, whether it's playing, exploring the outdoors, or encouraging their creativity. I've been a caregiver since the age of 13 and plan to continue working alongside young minds for the foreseeable future.
Safety...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace has been a wonderful babysitter for my two girls!! They are 7 years and 4 months. She is always in a good mood and happy to do whatever the girls need or want. My oldest doesn't ever want her to leave!! I am very comfortable leaving them with Grace and trust...
Devin J.
Brigitte L.
Colchester, VT
$30/hr • 16 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with over 16 years of experience, my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and positively impacting their lives. My patience, creativity, and friendly nature allow me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in open communication with parents, ensuring they are regularly updated about their...
Brigitte can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Isabella M.
Burlington, VT
$8-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Numerous years of pet care for various animals. Will care for dogs or cats and services include walking and sitting.
Isabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Isabelle was wonderful with the dogs and very trust worthy. I would recommend her to friends."
Care member
Brenda M.
Essex Junction, VT
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver- Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun 72 Hrs. Pick The 3 days Long Term
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Licensed Nursing Assistant in Vermont and an independent care provider. I have worked with Alzheimer's Dementia, Parkinson's, Mobility issues, and those that need Extra care. I will help with physical therapy and any doctor's recommendations. I have a food handlers license and can meal prep, errands and light cleaning. Meet me...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Wound Care
5.0
"Brenda is wonderful. I hired her after I had a bad fall and had several broken bones. She bathes me, washes my hair, and dresses me. She dose housework, laundry, runs errands and takes me to doctor appointments. She is punctual and very dependable. Most of all...
Deborah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My names Emilia, I'm 28 and I've been working with kids for over a decade now. I moved to Vermont from Massachusetts six months ago and am excited to meet new families and kids! Back in Massachusetts I babysat for a handful of regular families for years, and got to see those awesome kids grow up which was so sweet. In...
Emilia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have used Emilia as a nanny a couple of days a week for almost a year. She has been wonderful! Always on time, they go on fun adventures, and our daughter absolutely loves her asking if it is an "Emilia day" often."
Kathryn W.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My background includes a Master's Degree in Rehab Counseling and Certificate in Gerontology. I have over 25 years experience working in human services, assisting a variety of individuals from all walks of life, various disabilities, and age groups. I also have a strong background working with seniors who are living...
Gloria can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
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"Gloria has been helping us with our elderly parents. She has been a wonderful companion to them! They very much enjoy spending time with her and find her presence helpful. She communicates well with us, she is proactive and finds ways to help them out. Would...
Leela J.
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Over 10 years in care-giving with Bathing / Dressing, personal grooming, Feeding, Meal Preparation, Errands / Shopping, Light housekeeping, Mobility Assistance, Physical Therapy, Companion ship, Assisting with Medications and set up, Experience with Wound care. Have Training and experience with Alzheimer's / Dementia. Some...
Rose can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Caring goes above and beyond friendly"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Bringing sunshine!
My name is Danielle. I grew up in Huntington, Vermont. I lived in Hawaii for a year working with kids and came back in 2021.
Experience:
-Preschool teacher working with infants-5yr old's.
-Summer camp counselor for 4 years working with ages 5yrs-12yrs.
-Volunteer at a youth center to help create a comfortable...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is a sweet and intelligent young lady. She has a calm and confident energy, which I appreciated. My daughter loved spending time with her. I would recommend her without hesitation, and would definitely hire her again. "
Edward A.
I am a graduate student at UVM currently performing online research for my final semester. In May, I will graduate with my doctorate degree in occupational therapy. I have completed all coursework and 30+ weeks of clinical experience in a variety of settings, including inpatient acute care, inpatient psychiatric, and residential...
Ally can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Growing up with aging cats and difficult rescue dogs, I fell in love with animals and developed the compassion and responsibility required to care for them. I volunteered once a week at the Humane Society of Chittenden County, where I provided cleaning, enrichment, and feeding services for cats and other small animals (guinea...
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Jenna M.
South Hero, VT
$21-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Although I do not have much experience in this field, I have housesat in the past and am willing and happy to help! I have house sat for a family friend for about a week multiple times taking care of the place and also their dog. I have also done a cleaning service that took me about 3 hours to
complete each time. When doing...
Jenna can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I have always had a passion for our furry friends since I was a child. I went to college and obtained an Associate's degree in Animal Care. I have been involved in dog grooming, animal rescue, fostering animals, and often brought home strays. I developed a course in pet therapy that I taught in Mass. about the benefits of the...
Gloria can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Alisa H.
Burlington, VT
$14-25/hr
Hello,
I am able to provide pet-sitting and general care in your own home, and dog-walking services. I have my own dog at home and ideally (though not necessarily) would love to take your pup on a walk alongside my pup, Sadie.
I am also able to do basic training (such as sit and down) and bath and light grooming.
I love all...
My name is Raina, and I'm a junior in college :) As far as my experience with pets, I've grown up with cats, and I've also had a few dogs, as well as fish and frogs. Currently, I have two black cats and a puggle that I help take care of when I am home from college. In addition, I recently got a pet mouse, named Bear. As far as...
Raina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Colchester, VT
Grace C.
5.0
What a delight! Grace made me feel so at ease leaving my children in her care. She's professional, personable and makes you feel like you've known her forever. Grace watched my kids for a date night and when my son age 8 woke up he said he had so much fun last night playing tag, doing sidewalk...
- Shanon P.
Isabella M.
5.0
Isabelle was wonderful with the dogs and very trust worthy. I would recommend her to friends.
- Care member
Brenda M.
5.0
Brenda is wonderful. I hired her after I had a bad fall and had several broken bones. She bathes me, washes my hair, and dresses me. She dose housework, laundry, runs errands and takes me to doctor appointments. She is punctual and very dependable. Most of all she has a great personality....
- Deborah B.
Emilia Z.
5.0
We have used Emilia as a nanny a couple of days a week for almost a year. She has been wonderful! Always on time, they go on fun adventures, and our daughter absolutely loves her asking if it is an "Emilia day" often.
- Kathryn W.
Gloria G.
5.0
Gloria has been helping us with our elderly parents. She has been a wonderful companion to them! They very much enjoy spending time with her and find her presence helpful. She communicates well with us, she is proactive and finds ways to help them out. Would definitely recommend!
- Leela J.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Colchester, VT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Colchester, VT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Colchester, VT, 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 Colchester, VT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Colchester, VT is $18.88 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 Colchester, VT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Colchester, VT. 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 Colchester, VT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Colchester, VT, 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 Colchester, VT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Colchester, VT, 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 Colchester, VT therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Colchester, VT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.