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60 therapy dogs are listed in Iowa City, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Iowa City, IA
Hi! I am currently a physical therapy student at the University of Iowa. I have 3 years of experience working as a nanny for children ages 3 months to 11 years. During my undergraduate education I took courses in early childhood education and psychology and I have taken pediatric coursework in PT school. I have also worked as a...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allison M.
Iowa City, IA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Need Someone To Check In On Your Fur-baby? Search No Further!
I have always been around pets, whether it was some of my own, or caring for friend's/family members' pets. I mostly have worked with dogs and cats, but open to other types. I provide services such as: dog walking, baths/brushing, checking in on animals during the day, and house-sitting. At this time, my services will only...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have mainly cared for dogs and cats only. I have many years of experience going to others homes and making sure their pet has everything they need, and are given the proper attention while their parent is away. I always grew up with dogs in my home, and as a pet lover it puts my mind at ease when I'm away from them that...
Samantha L.
Iowa City, IA
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Sammie , I am a Certified Nurse Assistant, and I love working with seniors. I will be attending the University of Iowa, and have had around 10 months of CNA experience in an assisted living/memory care. I can provide personal care, cooking, cleaning, and laundry services. I am also comfortable with animals,...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Marissa M.
Iowa City, IA
$8-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, fellow pet lovers! My name is Marissa, and I am your friendly, responsible, and experienced pet watcher. With three pawsome years of pet-sitting under my belt, I understand the importance of providing love, care, and companionship to your furry friends when you can't be there.
What I Offer
Years of Experience (plus...
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Marisa M.
Iowa City, IA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I am currently located in Des Moines, but am originally from Iowa City. I am in graduate school for Occupational Therapy. I have an immense love for children and have been babysitting ever since I was 12 years old. I have worked at a daycare since the summer of 2018, working with infants 6 weeks old to children the ages...
Marisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been pet sitting since I was very young. I have a very tender heart for animals and love them all. I am always called on to take care of family friends pets and I am also working with service dogs as an internship. I can walk, feed, love, and care for your animal as well as make sure he or she gets the exercise that they...
Morganne can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Elizabeth B.
Iowa City, IA
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi - I'm currently a senior at the University of Iowa studying therapeutic recreation . I am offering special needs services and senior care, and household services.
I have been a caregiver for 5+ years for elderly and people with disabilities. I am open to helping out with household errands and can cook, clean. I have...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia
Candace H.
Iowa City, IA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Reliable Nanny/Child Care Provider Available
I absolutely love children! I have been providing child care for numerous families of various sizes for the past several years. I cater to children's needs while providing a safe and secure environment in which they can thrive. I'm happy to help out every week, or here and there as needed.
I enjoy supporting children in their...
Candace can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Audrey B.
Iowa City, IA
$18-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Growing up, I had the responsibility of completing several different chores around the house. These tasks consisted of doing the dishes, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, taking out the trash, doing laundry, cleaning up dog feces outside, raking leaves, and dusting. Additionally, I worked in the food service for multiple years in...
Audrey can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Rebecca B.
Iowa City, IA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a 24-year-old University of Iowa graduate who is continuing my education at Iowa for my Masters of Science in Child-Life, so basically, I specialize in kids! I started working with kids at 12 as a mom's helper for 2 twin boys and have progressed and furthered my experience through babysitting, nannying, and travel nannying...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I've taken care of dogs since I was in high school, from family members, neighbors, or friends! I have owned a variety of animals myself and just adore all animals. I even spend a lot of my time at Petland in Iowa city I I volunteer to get in some extra puppy snuggles. I can provide services for dogs, cats, smaller animals. Any...
Katlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alexis J.
Iowa City, IA
$16-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
A Compassionate And Fun Worker Committed To Providing Great Care!
I have 1 year of paid experience, but have had a variety of volunteer and paid jobs within the human services specifically working with children and adults with disabilities in various settings. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, and Errands/Shopping. I like to have fun with all my client! I am...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Jillyan C.
Iowa City, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Jillyan, but I prefer to go by Jill. I am 20 years old and a sophomore studying Recreational Therapy on the pre-child life track at the University of Iowa. I am originally from Dubuque, Iowa and came to Iowa City quite often when I was young for various sporting events. Especially, the Womens Gymnastics meets, so I am...
Jillyan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tory G.
Iowa City, IA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tory and I work full-time M-F 8:00-4:00 p.m. as a pediatric physical therapist for the Grant Wood Area Education Agency, working in school districts in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area. I have my Doctorate in Physical Therapy and in my 4th year of practice. We just moved to the area in July, so I'm looking...
Tory can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Taylor W.
Iowa City, IA
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience cleaning homes and I'm eager to take on more cleaning jobs. I've dedicated to delivering top-notch cleaning services and ensuring customer satisfaction in every home I clean.
Taylor can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
Katlin Z.
Iowa City, IA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Katlin! I'm 23 years old and live in Solon IA.
A little about me; I moved from my hometown in Illinois to Iowa City in 2019 for college. I've been working for Iowa Elite Nannies and doing jobs on here for multiple services since moving to Iowa. Job duties/tasks have been a range of nannying, drop off and pick up...
Katlin can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Maranda H.
Iowa City, IA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have received my Bachelor's Degree from the University of Northern Iowa in Leisure, Youth, and Human Services, and I have experience with all age groups! I have worked in private child care, as a nanny and a babysitter, as well as public child care, as a summer camp counselor! More recently, I was a full-time nanny all of last...
Maranda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Are you needing some generally cleaning done around your home? I have experience washing dishes, doing laundry/ folding laundry/ironing. Vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, you name it! Have not worked as part of a professional cleaning service, but willing to roll up my sleeves and work hard!
Allison can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization & more
I am a student at the University of Iowa with three years of service experience in the Iowa National Guard. I first became interested in caring for people when my grandpa became ill and we began to take care of him in our home. Through that experience I found out that I love hearing peoples backgrounds and stories.
Reece can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Iowa City, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Iowa City, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Iowa City, IA is $16.19 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 Iowa City, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Iowa City, 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.