Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Des Moines, IA
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Find therapy dogs in Des Moines, IA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Des Moines, IA
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa (Mary) is a fantastic pet sitter! We have hired her several times, and will continue to do so, to care for our dog and cat. She feeds, walks, plays with and loves on our boys and they really like her. She was even able to care for our furries on short notice...
Jessica N.
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"We were nervous about leaving our pet care to a total stranger but Hailey was amazing. She was very attentive, send us regular texts and photos, and checked when wanted to make sure on something. She was very responsible. We would totally hire her again."
Shauna H.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, oven cleaning & more
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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
$25/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: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
With over 25 years of experience in residential cleaning, I am committed to providing meticulous and personalized cleaning services to ensure your home remains spotless and welcoming. My passion for cleanliness and attention to detail drive me to exceed client expectations with every visit.
Services Offered:
Regular Cleaning:...
Shelley can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, organization & more
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,...
While my professional cleaning experience is limited to working in a few restaurants, I am confident in my ability to provide amazing leaning services. Throughout my life, I have developed strong cleaning skills and a keen eye for detail, which enables me to consistently deliver exceptional results. As a reliable and diligent...
Mayesheona can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
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: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization
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.
I have 8 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning.
And more
Hawa can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Sonya S.
Des Moines, IA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(9)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was great interacting with our toddler. "
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.
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
Kelly L.
Des Moines, IA
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always been drawn to the aging population. As a little girl I was always at the neighbors who were in their 80's. I loved , playing cards and was memorized by the wonderful stories shared with me.
I went on to study sociology and later in life gerontology.
I love to cook, clean and be engrossed in conversation.
I have...
Kelly can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
Maratou C.
Des Moines, IA
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been in care giving for 5+ years, and I'm very proud of working in the care industry. My main goal is to always keep my clients happy and give them the best service. I help my clients with showering, meal plans, and day to day activities. I also having experience in med passing. I have 3+ years working with Alzheimer and...
Maratou can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hailey J.
Des Moines, IA
$10-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I did volunteer service at the Christian Opportunity Center for six months working with and helping high school students and adults with mental and physical disabilities. It was honestly the highlight of my week to get to go every Thursday and know I was helping and making a difference to someone.
5.0
"Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future ."
Tamara D.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Des Moines, IA
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
Was great interacting with our toddler.
- Care member
Hailey J.
5.0
Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future .
- Tamara D.
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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 $17.56 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 42 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.