Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Gainesville, FL
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Find therapy dogs in Gainesville, FL that you’ll love
89 therapy dogs are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Gainesville, FL
Kathleen H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Doctor Of Physical Therapy Student With Geriatric Experience
Hello! I am a graduate student at the University of Florida, working on getting my Doctor of Physical Therapy. As a part of my undergraduate degree I worked in a retirement home for two years, implementing safe and effective exercises programs in a group setting and individual training sessions. I would also participate in...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Karen B.
Gainesville, FL
$15-17/hr • 7 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student And Experienced And Fun-loving Babysitter!
Hi, my name is Karen and I have 7 years of experience babysitting children from the ages of 1-12 years old. I can help with travel, meal preparation, carpooling, and swimming supervision. I previously worked at Walt Disney World as a deep water Lifeguard and I am still currently infant/pediatric/ adult CPR certified. Currently I...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren M.
Gainesville, FL
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a current graduate student at the University of Florida pursing my doctorate in Physical Therapy. I am very outgoing, responsible, kind, and considerate. I know what it means to have a dog sitter who will provide outgoing care. Please feel free to ask any questions or contact me at any time!!
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amber and I look forward to meeting your family. I provide sitting services for both children and animals and thoroughly enjoy the work. My experience working with children has been in home, educational, and therapeutic settings including child care facilities, schools, and physical therapy clinics. I've had both...
Amber can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Chevelle W.
Gainesville, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
very energetic reliable over 20 years experience love taking care of my elders 24-hour services emergency services
Chevelle can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Chevelle was a lifesaver! I really needed someone to keep my dog in a hurry and she took him right in. Very professional and knew how to handle animals. She kept me updated about my dog with pictures and a report everyday."
Care member
I have always loved to care for animals and owning an animal has also been a big part of my life. I started off dog sitting for family friends when I was in middle school. I would stay the night, let the animal pour through out the day/night, feed the animal, and even administer medication if needed sometimes. If the client...
Ava can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
I have worked with persons who have special needs since my youth when I worked at Training Center as an Occasional Therapy Aide. I did this for 5 years. After college I worked as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for 14 years at Vocational Rehabilitation here in Gainesville providing services to the ARC and to the Bradford...
I love to walk dogs. I have experience walking my own dog, Mr Franklin. We have a lot of fun looking for great spots to sniff around. In addition to Franklin (24lb Schnauzer), I have experience walking a Husky. Totally different walk! I'd love to get to know your dog and offer my service as a dog walker.
Michael can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amber and I look forward to meeting your family. I provide sitting services for both children and animals and thoroughly enjoy the work. My experience working with children has been in home, educational, and therapeutic settings including child care facilities, schools, and physical therapy clinics. I've had both...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"My kids loved their time with Amber. She was great with my 7 and 10 year old. She played lots of games together and they ask for her to come back and watch them again."
Megan S.
Olivia E.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am passionate about caring for people with special needs because I have an understanding most people working with disabilities don't. I experience my own struggles and symptoms that give me confidence I can relate or just generally understand those around me with their own struggles. My goal as a student at the University of...
Olivia E.
Gainesville, FL
$15-33/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have pet sat for animals of all kinds, but mostly dogs. I have my own 9-month-old Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever that I am personally training as a service dog! I am very passionate about animals of all sizes and want more chances to expand my care to your furry friends as well!
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Hi all! I am a school counselor on summer break and I am looking to fill my time caring for pets and/or children! I have extensive experience taking care of my own pets (mostly dogs and hamsters) in the last few years and I would like to extend my services and knowledge to help someone else. I have a large apartment as well as a...
Hi there, I'm Kaley! I'm a doctoral student at the University of Florida in the Occupational Therapy
Program. I want to eventually specialize in pediatrics, given that I love kids. I have my Bachelor's in Family and Child Sciences from Florida State University (graduated May 2020). Despite my love for pediatrics, seniors hold a...
Kaley can also help with: Dementia, companionship
Lauren P.
Gainesville, FL
$5-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Animal Lover Of All Kinds; Available For Dog Walking, And Pet Care; Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs
I have pet sat for cats and dogs for weeks at a time. Tasks included walking the dogs, feeding them, cleaning the cat litter box, giving them water, and playing with them. I have also house sat which involved not only taking care of the animals but bringing in the mail and newspaper, watering plants, and mowing the lawn. I own a...
Lauren can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Nolan L.
Gainesville, FL
$24-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun Loving Care Giver Who Love Kids And Loves To Laugh.
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Bowel Management Assistance.
Former RBT (ABA Therapy)
Pairing and building rapport are my jam. Humans are humans and deserve to be treated as such. Actor and storyteller, so we will never be bored.
Hello, I'm Ellie! I am a current student at Wilkes Honors College at FAU in Jupiter Florida, majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in Economics. I provide grocery shopping services, housekeeping services, pet care services, and closet and house organization services! I love helping others and would find much joy in...
Hi there, I'm Kaley! I'm a doctoral student at the University of Florida in the Occupational Therapy
Program. I want to eventually specialize in pediatrics, given that I love kids. I have my Bachelor's in Family and Child Sciences from Florida State University (graduated May 2020). Individuals with special needs have been a part...
In undergrad I worked for my University as a Calculus tutor and an Anatomy and Physiology Tutor. I also tutor underprivileged student from middle and high school in all topics. I am in my first year of getting my Doctor of Physical Therapy so I am not reviewing calc as much these days. However, I have all my old notes and can...
Looking for someone to care for your pets? I provide pets services as well. Willing to pet sit or go on walks
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting
Ashley K.
Gainesville, FL
$12-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Ashley, I Am Very Caring And Have Several Years Of Experience Caring For Others.
Hello! I have 15 years experience caring for children, pets, and older adults. I am currently in graduate school for occupational therapy and am comfortable with children who have special needs. I love being active and having a great time!
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Gainesville, FL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Gainesville, FL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Gainesville, FL, 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 Gainesville, FL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Gainesville, FL is $16.30 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 Gainesville, FL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Gainesville, FL. 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 Gainesville, FL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Gainesville, FL, 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 Gainesville, FL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Gainesville, FL, 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 Gainesville, FL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Gainesville, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 89 listed therapy dogs.