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60 therapy dogs are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Des Moines, IA
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with a background in working with the geriatric and pediatric populations. I love spending time with my family, friends and pets. My hobbies include singing, reading, traveling, and writing. I'm exploring other options outside of the healthcare world that will still allow me to use my skills...
Jenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
I've taken care of dogs since I was 10. Family & friends have trusted me to take care of their furry friends while they're away; I've helped teach a few cool tricks as well!!
I have a pretty large backyard for running wild, along with my dog (Bentley) and bunny (Bear). As for extra love, I have 3 highly exited nieces who...
Janiya can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"My partner and I are so grateful to have found Janiya! She's been watching our dogs at our home for the past year when we go out of town, whether that's for an afternoon or a long weekend. She was the 3rd or 4th person we tried out and the ONLY one to know both the...
Katelyn L.
Hi! I've been an Occupational Therapy Assistant for the last 5 years. I have experience working with the geriatric and pediatric populations. I absolutely loved working in the memory care units at a skilled nursing facility. Currently, I am working with children with developmental and learning disabilities; although I'm...
Jenna can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...
Mary can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa is an EXCELLENT caretaker for my cat, Saylor! I travel once a month and have no fear leaving Saylor's needs in Lisa's hands. She goes above and beyond with updates. She's been caring for Saylor since February, and even stopped in when my flight was delayed and...
Amanda M.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've always had two dogs in my home since I was born. I did volunteer service at an animal rescue with my mom for a year.
Hailey can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Hailey did a wonderful job caring for our 3 dogs, cat, and bird. We knew right away that she was a natural with animals. She is friendly, loving, and calm. While we were gone, we had a downed portion of our fence, and she supervised the dogs in the yard 3 times a...
Mallary A.
Caroline B.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello Everyone! My name is Caroline. I recently graduated from University of Iowa's physical therapy program and am looking for a side gig. While in physical therapy school, I was a nursing aide on a pediatric floor at the children's hospital in Iowa City and haver lots of experience with children. I also have 3 younger sisters...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Maria M.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Cleaning is therapy to me! I enjoy cleaning and I am quite the perfectionist. I can clean most anything and even am pretty versatile when need be with odd projects and jobs. Organization is a personal favorite but I'm open to hearing all options!
Maria can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, refrigerator cleaning & more
I am currently in graduate school at Des Moines University for occupational therapy. I have a wide range of experience with children who have developmental delays or disabilities along with the autism spectrum and mental health disorders. My passions are being outside, cooking, doing crafts and learning!
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie M.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello!
My Name is Lindsey! I graduated from BYU and am currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at the University of Utah. I am student clinician, and have lots of experience planning performing speech/ language therapy treatment with little ones. I am an expert on child cognitive, language, and speech...
Lindsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Caroline B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-17/hr
Hi all- my name is Caroline and I would love to help out with nannying/ sitting for your kiddos! I am a physical therapy student at the university and have experience as a nursing assistant in both pediatric and geriatric settings. I don't have any specific work experience with individuals with special needs, but I am here to...
Jacqueline Q.
Des Moines, IA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. Dementia care ALDs
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Madelyn A.
Des Moines, IA
$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Madelyn ! I have many years experience of cleaning and organizing! I have 2 years of paid experience cleaning and organizing. Many would say I'm very detail oriented and very organized. I strive for the best and will take any job I have very seriously! I offer cleaning services and also organizing services or a mix of...
Madelyn can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Hi,
currently a Psychology and Neuroscience double major at University. In addition to babysitting experience I also have experience as an online tutor for 3 years. My main tutoring subjects include math from pre-calculus and below, all science, language arts, history from middle school and below, essay help for high schoolers,...
I have 8 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning.
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Hawa can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Sonya S.
Des Moines, IA
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Iowa and a 2022 graduate of St. Ambrose University. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation and a minor in psychology from Iowa and a doctorate in occupational therapy from St. Ambrose. I have several years of experience with children of all ages. I worked...
Sonya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sonya was great! She was on time and very friendly. Our kids had fun with her and have asked when she’s coming back! "
Care member
Dana A.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr
I'm a mom and have worked in customer service and childcare all of my adult life, so running errands and taking care of my home come easily. Reliability, punctuality and being detailed are important.
Jennifer S.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
All of the services listed are day-to-day things most people deal with. So, yes. Being a grown up, I have experience with most of this. I've also done many of these things as part of nannying.
Mary L.
Des Moines, IA
$15-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Senior Care, Errands, Transportation Assistance, Light House Keeping
I provide light senior care assistance that includes companionship and social interaction, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping/errands services, and transportation to and from appointments.
Mary can also help with: Respite care, personal care
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Des Moines, IA
Janiya P.
5.0
My partner and I are so grateful to have found Janiya! She's been watching our dogs at our home for the past year when we go out of town, whether that's for an afternoon or a long weekend. She was the 3rd or 4th person we tried out and the ONLY one to know both the name of all 3 of our dogs and who...
- Katelyn L.
Mary L.
5.0
Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a special needs dog that wasn't the...
- Corrie R.
Hailey J.
5.0
Hailey did a wonderful job caring for our 3 dogs, cat, and bird. We knew right away that she was a natural with animals. She is friendly, loving, and calm. While we were gone, we had a downed portion of our fence, and she supervised the dogs in the yard 3 times a day without any escapes. I...
- Mallary A.
Sonya S.
5.0
Sonya was great! She was on time and very friendly. Our kids had fun with her and have asked when she’s coming back!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Des Moines, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Des Moines, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Des Moines, IA, 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 Des Moines, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Des Moines, IA is $17.00 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 Des Moines, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Des Moines, IA. 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 Des Moines, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Des Moines, IA, 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 Des Moines, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Des Moines, IA, 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 Des Moines, IA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.