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60 therapy dogs are listed in Lakeville, MN
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Lakeville, MN
I have dog sat for multiple days at a time providing services such as feeding, walking, and giving medicine.
Sadie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Linda T.
Lakeville, MN
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher/therapist Looking To Help With Seasonal, Short Term, Or Respite Care
I am employed as a full-time early childhood special education teacher during the school year. I also have an occupational therapy degree. In both fields, I have enjoyed working with a wide array of children, adults, and families. I am looking to complement my school year job in a way that both helps families needing care and...
Linda T.
Lakeville, MN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Professional Looking To Help With Respite Or Temporary Child Care Needs
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work full-time as an early childhood special education teacher and also have a background in occupational therapy. In both fields, I have thoroughly enjoyed working with a wide array of children, adults, and families. I am looking to compliment my school year job in a way that both helps families needing care and utilizes my...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda's work with our son is such an asset to our family. Her enthusiasm, skills, and kindness are absolutely priceless!"
Sharlene W.
Linda T.
Lakeville, MN
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Health Professional Available To Help With Temporary Or Respite Care Needs.
I am currently working as a full-time early childhood special education teacher. I also have a background in occupational therapy. Throughout the years, I have worked in a wide variety of adult and pediatric settings. To coordinate with my current school year schedule, I am looking to help with temporary or respite care needs.
Linda can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Ashley T.
Lakeville, MN
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Special Needs Associate, September 2019- September 2020
Field observations, facilitate community connections and complete Special Needs proposal.
Behavior Therapist, August 2016- February 2017
Executed Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy practice and procedure in the form of intense table teaching, natural environment...
Greg D.
Lakeville, MN
$25-40/hr
I have worked with special needs for the last 15 years. In recent years I have seen the demand for senior care rise and would like to extend my services to caring for seniors.
Greg can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, respite care & more
Hope M.
Lakeville, MN
$40/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a dental hygienist, mom and a health advocate full of positive energy. I am CPR-First Aid certified. I have well over 2 decades of childcare experience and elder care including time in Italy and teaching in Kibera Nairobi, Kenya. I'm flexible on any number of children! I love to travel the world and do lots of...
Hope can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am looking to provide care in many areas whether it's watching pets, housekeeping, carpooling, grocery shopping, along with helping kids with online school or summer education. I am a college student and have had jobs in babysitting over the years as well as working at Target and a Barnes & Noble. Important things to know are...
Sadie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Monica and I am a fourth year nursing student at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. I have two years of experience working as a CNA with vulnerable adults. I am trained in CPR, medication administration, vitals, colostomy bags, dietary accommodations, gait trainers, and more. Skills and services include...
Hope M.
Lakeville, MN
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I was a care taker for a little boy that was mentally disabled. He was 4 years old and couldn't do anything on his own and routinely had mini seizures. I took him on walks where he would hold my hand or sit in his stroller, gave him his routine meds, helped him with eating, grooming, playing and everything in between. He...
Monica T.
Lakeville, MN
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Monica. I am interested in your job posting!
A little about me, I am a recent nursing school graduate from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. I am looking for a job while I study for my nursing license exam and transition into my nursing career. I am fun, active, creative, and enjoy all things outdoors!...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Monica was wonderful with our kids! All of our kids loved having her babysit and were comfortable with her from the moment she walked in the door."
David T.
Hope M.
Lakeville, MN
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm full of energy&positivity& great ideas to help make your life simpler! I'm a dental hygienist and have over two decades of experience in childcare, elderly care, and pet care! I would love to find a job where my 1-year-old daughter can come with me. She is in daycare all day Wednesdays!
I'm available to nanny,...
Hope can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Mabel A.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi,
I am looking forward to cleaning up your house. I am a student at Normandale Community College and the only way how can I pay my tuition is by providing my cleaning services.
I have references from the Houses that I am cleaning up. Please reach me out and I can go to your place and give you an estimate. thanks.
Mabel can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My wife and I raised our children to become successful and thriving adults. Through my various roles and positions over the years I achieved great success in working with people of all ages and all abilities.
I have a BS degree in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota. In 2015 I retired from Hennepin...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Morgan provides care for my husband who has dementia. He has been an excellent addition to our care team. Not only is he completely reliable and responsible which is great for me, he is also gentle and caring with my husband, who loves having a man to spend time...
Marcia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Mallory. I am currently wrapping up my bachelor degree in Business Management at Capella University (online college). Throughout obtaining my degree, I have always been employed full time and adjusted my school work load accordingly to ensure it will not affect my work. I am also a United States Air Force...
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our sons loved Mallory! We were confident in the care she gave to them. We would hire her again in a heartbeat :)"
Mcmahon S.
5.0
(2)
I worked as a Nurse for 5 years in Argentina.
I came as an Au pair to the USA. Now, I'm working on my Masters degree in Health and Human Services Administration and working on my RN license.
Mabel can also help with: Dementia, home modification, respite care, companionship, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mabel is sunshine. She is fun and adaptable and a hard worker."
Lauren L.
5.0
(6)
Hello!
I have been providing care to people in need for over 25 years now.
I have experience with a variety of cares/medical treatments and I'm skilled and confident in my medication set up/administration.
If there is a need I have not yet experienced, I am willing and able to learn how to meet it!
I work hard to provide my...
Lauren can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate and caring person. I’d recommend hiring her as a caregiver. "
Katie W.
Kimberley P.
Burnsville, MN
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Caregiver/Companion Looking For Part Time Position To Assist Elderly Person In Need
4.9
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved helping people. I am very compassionate and want to provide that extra touch that we all deserve, while helping your loved one keep their dignity, feel safe and cared for in their home. I have been doing home care (part time) for the past 35 years, and worked with over 30 families. Several have been long...
Kimberley can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"She is very caring and treats her clients like her family. Good nursing skills. Kind and patient"
Janice S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I PROVIDE MEAL PREPPING SERVICES !!
Hi! I am a very organized , particular , responsible person ! I enjoy cleaning , I use it as a method of relaxation , listen to music and just get into it ! I love the outcome of a clean , organized , nice presentable room or area ! I enjoy cleaning everything thoroughly and expect the area...
Ariana can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in...
Meg U.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lakeville, MN
Linda T.
5.0
Linda's work with our son is such an asset to our family. Her enthusiasm, skills, and kindness are absolutely priceless!
- Sharlene W.
Monica T.
5.0
Best. Nanny. EVER!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
- Megan H.
Morgan G.
5.0
Morgan provides care for my husband who has dementia. He has been an excellent addition to our care team. Not only is he completely reliable and responsible which is great for me, he is also gentle and caring with my husband, who loves having a man to spend time with! And he always wears a smile.
- Marcia K.
Mallory B.
5.0
Our sons loved Mallory! We were confident in the care she gave to them. We would hire her again in a heartbeat :)
- Mcmahon S.
Mabel A.
5.0
Mabel is sunshine. She is fun and adaptable and a hard worker.
- Lauren L.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lakeville, MN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lakeville, MN?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lakeville, MN, 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 Lakeville, MN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lakeville, MN is $20.92 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 Lakeville, MN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lakeville, MN. 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 Lakeville, MN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lakeville, MN, 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 Lakeville, MN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lakeville, MN, 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.