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I currently volunteer with a program that does service dogs in training. I also have experience with horses, rabbits, dogs, cats etc. I am happy to care for any kind of animal!
Gretchen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Anna E.
Georgetown, KY
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Anna, My Goal Is To Help Clients Live Better, Comfortable, And Cleaner Environments.
"I am a reliable, hard-working individual who takes pride in providing home care services. I enjoy this fulfilling and challenging job that pays well. My main objective is to make my clients' lives easier by ensuring a clean and germ-free environment.
I am seeking a challenging job that pays well and keeps me motivated. I...
I would love to discuss providing services for your family. I have thousands of hours of experience caring for infants and their families. I absolutely adore caring for babies and I also have experience with multiples. If you are looking for a dependable, professional, and caring person to care for your loved one(s) I would love...
Deb can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
The most important aspect of my caregiving is how I genuinely possess the empathy and compassion essential to foster, maintain and enhance the relationships I value and nurture with those I provide care for, their friends and family members as well as all other community resources involved. I have 40 years experience in the...
Melody can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Kristen R.
Georgetown, KY
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kristen, and I am a 21-year-old student at Morehead State University. I will be available from May until the first week of August. I'm looking for a summer job. I have one year nanny experience as well as 2 years in the service industry
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
I love being around house pets like dogs and cats. I will admit I have a preference for dogs if I had to choose between the two though. I love the companionship you can have and grow with pets. I spent over 10 years of my life with a service dog around due to health complications with my grandfather so I have watched and learned...
Gwyndolyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Magdalene C.
Lexington, KY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Maggie, a 24-year-old grad student in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Eastern Kentucky University. I've babysat for around 8-9 years, ranging from newborns to adults with disabilities. I love spending time with kiddos and being able to watch them develop, grow and be happy!
Magdalene can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello, and thank you for reading my bio. I am 44 years old and have worked in childcare for over 20 years. I also have worked as an office assistant and property manager. I would love to follow in my mother's footsteps ( elderly caregiver/companion and provide exceptional services for your loved one. I believe in respecting...
Kristie can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Paiton. I have owned and cared pets my entire life. Currently, I am the proud owner of a lovable 5-year-old Golden Retriever named Lainey. I have a degree in Biology from the University of Kentucky. During my time there, I participated in Wildcat Service Dogs where I honed my skills in caring for and assisting in...
Paiton can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rachel H.
Lexington, KY
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Child Care Giver And Direct Support Professional Available
Hi, I'm Rachel! I currently work as a Lead Registered Behavior Technician providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to kids with special needs in a clinic setting. I graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2016 with my B. A. in Psychology. I am currently enrolled in my final semester of graduate school and will...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as organized, social, patient.
My skills include patience, speech and language therapy, safety!
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Judy I have been a caregiver for 30+years. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer patients, hip patients. My patients ask where did we find you? You are so caring and gentle. I care for your loved one as I would want you to care for mine. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I love...
Judy can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Judy is very kind and friendly. She was always on time and kept in touch. She was very kind and patient with my mother during very difficult episodes. She was very helpful. We would definitely hire her again."
Holleigh S.
Kristin P.
Lexington, KY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Pet Feeder, Walker, Socializer & Playmate. Short Term Sitter During The Daytime.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature woman with work experience in the areas of healthcare (former RN) & retail. Most importantly, I am an animal lover! II had multiple cats as a young person, as well as a parakeet & fish. I'm a long term dog owner & currently have 4 dogs of my own (2 mastiffs, a beagle & a Chihuahua mix). They are loved & cared for...
Kristin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Kristin has been walking our dogs 2x a week for 6months. She has become part of our pack! Kristin is dependable, has great communication, and loves our dogs like her own . We feel very blessed to have met her and fully entrust the care of our dogs to her!
She is...
Amanda T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 24-year-old college graduate. I'm a loving and caring elder sister of two little brothers aged 11 and 18. I was raised in a big family and have spent my entire life among kids and babies, so I have plenty of experience taking care of children and elders. I've always been very comfortable with kids. I would love the...
Aastha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are so happy to have found Aastha as our babysitter!
We have three kids ranging in age from 1 to 5 years old, and they love having Aastha over to play with them. They've all developed some great friendships with her over time, and we feel comfortable leaving...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kaylee W. and I am a 21-year-old college student at UofL. Growing up, I had all sorts of pets - dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs, chickens, snakes, fish, turtles, and more! I especially have a love for dogs; my family has rescued many dogs (some even from islands)! I am a college athlete, so I am able to offer athletic...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
Lauren D.
Lexington, KY
$11-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience in baby-sitting/ nannying children within a wide range of ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I am a sophomore at the University of Kentucky studying in Kinesiology on a pre track for physical therapy.
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely love having Lauren as our sitter. She's amazing with our boys and they are so happy when she comes they can't say their goodbyes to us quick enough. Looking forward to hiring her again!"
Jacquelyn L.
Professional Petsitter serving Lexington and surrounding areas. I have over 10 years of expierence working with companion, farm, and small animals.
I specialize in dog training that uses practical canine physiology to create balanced happy dogs. Services I offer range from daily walks to board and train. I received my...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, dog training, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting & more
Hello, my name is Kennadi. I am currently in graduate school at Eastern Kentucky University for Occupational Therapy, specializing in pediatrics. I have years of experience and multiple shadowing/internships where all I focus on is children! I am willing to do whatever needs to be done to make sure you feel like your child is...
Kennadi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I nannied two boys, aged 9 and 10, for two full summers during my high school years in 2016 and 2017. I aided the family by dog sitting, preparing meals, lightly cleaned their home, took the boys to and from different summer activities, and aided one of the boys in their occupational therapy homework. I was also a nanny for 3...
Lindsay C.
Lexington, KY
$12-20/hr
I love animals of all kind, and being a dog owner myself I know how much attention is needed for any pet! In college, I've learned from my roommate who actively trains service dogs, and have had much experience watching dogs .
Lindsay can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Georgetown, KY
Judy C.
5.0
Judy is very kind and friendly. She was always on time and kept in touch. She was very kind and patient with my mother during very difficult episodes. She was very helpful. We would definitely hire her again.
- Holleigh S.
Kristin P.
5.0
Kristin has been walking our dogs 2x a week for 6months. She has become part of our pack! Kristin is dependable, has great communication, and loves our dogs like her own . We feel very blessed to have met her and fully entrust the care of our dogs to her!
She is a gem!
- Amanda T.
Aastha B.
5.0
Can't say enough good things about Aastha. We have 3 boys 8-12 y/o. they have really enjoyed hanging out with her. Aastha is energetic and the boys look forward to her coming over.
Aastha is quick to jump in and help out with things that need to be done even if it is not something we...
- Benjamin C.
Lauren D.
5.0
We absolutely love having Lauren as our sitter. She's amazing with our boys and they are so happy when she comes they can't say their goodbyes to us quick enough. Looking forward to hiring her again!
- Jacquelyn L.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Georgetown, KY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Georgetown, KY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY, 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 Georgetown, KY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Georgetown, KY is $25.00 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 Georgetown, KY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY. 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 Georgetown, KY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY, 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 Georgetown, KY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY, 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.