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60 therapy dogs are listed in Minooka, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 1 years
Therapy dogs in Minooka, IL
Hello prospective families,
I'm looking to help a family this year while making some money on the side. I've got younger siblings and a nephew who just turned 2! Safe to say I know how to take care of a wide age range.
I have my own car. I can help keep the kiddos occupied whether that be playing outdoors, doing some arts &...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Kanyiti A.
Yorkville, IL
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a non-smoker and CPR certified. I have accumulated 2 years of diverse childcare experience. Over the course of a year, I provided babysitting services, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children. During the summer of 2023, I had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at an elementary school in Ghana, Africa....
Karina G.
Yorkville, IL
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Some Weekends
Hello my name is Karina and I am a full time student at Lewis University, majoring in Social Work with a minor in Spanish. I plan to be a social worker for children; therefore, my goal is to work with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services or the elementary schools in a school district. I have been a babysitter...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance
Janine C.
Naperville, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Will Treat Your Child(ren) Like My Own! Occupational Therapy Practitioner And Pro Photographer
5.0
(5)
Hello!
My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 14-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 9 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...
Janine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Janine is a wonderful nanny/babysitter. She has such a calm demeanor and is so extremely patient with kids. My kiddos always have the best time when she babysits and I can leave knowing they are in wonderful hands. She does crafts, takes them outside, plays games,...
Lindsey B.
Janeth C.
Lockport, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Janet, if you are looking for a new cleaning services. I just to be the Nanny / House Manager for a family in Bucktown. I have plenty experience on running private homes, deep cleaning, move in, move out, organizing and family parties clean ups. I have excellent verifiable references upon request. I prioritize...
Janeth can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Janeth and her crew are reliable and responsible. They clean our home with care for our property instead of just rushing through. They are very thorough and the house always looks amazing once they are finished. Very happy with their work!"
Care member
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We hired Tina to care for our 3 dogs who had never been left before with anyone but family. We were gone for two weeks. Our dogs range in age from 1 year to 15 years old. They had a hard time and Tina hung in there with them. She encountered numerous...
C B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have provided housekeeping services for over 10 years. I'm an experienced, trustworthy, responsible, very detail oriented and hard working housekeeper. If you need help to clean and organize your home please let me know. I'm working with many busy families and it makes me very happy to help.
Eva can also help with: Changing bed linens, window washing, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"I used Eva once and will continue to use her. She was professional, friendly and she did a good job. I'm looking forward to a long relationship with her."
Margarette S.
4.9
(11)
Hi New Family!
My name is Gloria, I'm a seasoned Nanny who's been in the business of childcare for over 25 Years. I'm a Mother, Grandmother, Godmother, I've been a Daycare Aid, Home Healthcare Assistant for the elderly, and even had my own home daycare service titled "Peaches' Playhouse" for a little under 7 Years where I...
Gloria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"That Gloria is a caring person who you can trust to have individual's best interest at heart. She takes her tasks seriously and is very sympathetic and empathetic to the needs of others. She's genuine, respectful and treats others in a manner in which she would...
Valerie L.
Linda T.
Oswego, IL
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My passion in life has always been taking care of my children and enjoying every bit of them!! I also am a RN but left behind the hospital setting over 10 years ago and filled that time with nannying and taking care of my grandchildren as they grow! I worked 25 years on postpartum taking care of moms and newborns and...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Awesome in every category. Professional knowledgeable, kind, fun, engaging, great! "
Leah C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sarawan. I am a college-educated student with a total of 6 years of experience in childcare services. Back in Thailand, I worked part-time as a teacher and nanny at a nursery. Was an Au pair in the US, I have had experience caring for a newborn infant and a child in elementary school. I was a nanny in NYC as well...
Sarawan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarawan (Mata) has been a part of our family since August, 2020. She joined us to be a nanny for our then 4 month old daughter and occasionally watched our older, 4 year old daughter when she wasn't in school. Mata started as our nanny in the midst of the...
Catherine C.
Daylinda M.
Aurora, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA/ nurse assistant and CPR trained with years of experience in caregiving; personable, compassionate
and jovial personality. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care, medication management , meal preparation, feeding, light housekeeping, laundry, companionship. Experienced in handling hospice patients,...
Daylinda can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"From Day 1, Daylinda was amazing on taking care of our elderly mother. Her personal care, knowledge, and experience was the best. Highly recommended!"
Ronald L.
Deja T.
Oswego, IL
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Deja can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Deja has been an exceptional caregiver for our son, who is now three years old. From the moment he was a newborn, she exhibited an innate ability to provide the utmost care and nurturing, attending to his needs with a level of tenderness that seemed instinctive....
Teylior G.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"
Kathy S.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW.
Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings.
CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified
Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager.
Has own transportation.
Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a huge animal lover! I am friendly, trustworthy and I'll do whatever it takes to make sure I put my best effort into the job. I am very reliable and will care for your pet as if they were my very own. I also have references of clients that are very happy with my services.
Kathy can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Kathy watches my dog Zeus (chow chow) and two cats when we are out of town and they adore her. My dog is very protective and particular but Kathy has built a trusting relationship with him and he loves going on walks with her. A+++++ we love her!"
Sherri L.
5.0
(1)
Looking for help with picking up medication, driving to appointments, shopping, gardening, cleaning the house, laundry, cooking, organizing, personal assistant or anything else, please let me know. I will provide Remarkable service.
5.0
"Edyta has excellent expertise at making our home pristine and organized. She is very respectful and has stellar customer service
She pays attention to detail and has many helpful suggestions to make things even more organized. She treats us like her family. We...
Care member
Jordan D.
Aurora, IL
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am 26 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children. Growing up, I helped my mom in her home daycare service, and I have experience caring for children from 6 months to 12 years. I love to read, do crafts, and stay active. I am CPR and first aid certified. I would love to meet you and your family!
Jordan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan knows CPR, and has experience watching multiple children at once. She is one of the sweetest people I know, and is very dependable. She also loves animals, and she can be flexible on the hours that she works. She is also a very hard worker, and someone who I...
Isabel J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified CNA who enjoys spending time with elderly senior as I have worked with them for the past 30 years. I have worked as a CNA in a nursing home providing senior care and Rehab services like OT/PT/ADL. I enjoy spending time with the seniors by playing bingo, cards and just giving them company and lending a ear to...
Jivanlata can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"JivanLata is very compassionate and very punctual and a good caregiver. she took care of my Father who was recovering from surgery. His recovery was much faster than expected, its all due to JivanLata's care.
I would recommend her."
Arundhati G.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Katie and animals are a true passion of mine. For pet sitting/ dog walker, I am available all year round, 24/7, even on holidays. I offer boarding services as well as going to other people's homes to visit their pets. I am a non smoker.
Katherine can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick weekend trip, often on short notice. In 7 years she has never ever been unavailable for us. This includes...
Saba H.
Aileen J.
Montgomery, IL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Happy Person, Well Versed, Enthusiastic Very Friendly. Professional Manner
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9-10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care, can provide hourly care. I have background on medical field. Fully vaccinated and boosted
Aileen can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Aileen, was awesome. Timely, professional, kind and what energy! I highly recommend."
Mark T.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Minooka, IL
Janine C.
5.0
Janine is a wonderful nanny/babysitter. She has such a calm demeanor and is so extremely patient with kids. My kiddos always have the best time when she babysits and I can leave knowing they are in wonderful hands. She does crafts, takes them outside, plays games, etc... they are never bored or...
- Lindsey B.
Janeth C.
5.0
I reached out to Janet regarding my disaster apartment. Me and my roommate have ADHD and both do classes or work full time, so our apartment needed a LOT of help. Janet and her team completely transformed the place and has been maintaining it beautifully every week since. It has been a huge weight...
- Olivia S.
Tina F.
5.0
Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his medicine in everyday! I highly...
- Krystal S.
Eva P.
5.0
I used Eva once and will continue to use her. She was professional, friendly and she did a good job. I'm looking forward to a long relationship with her.
- Margarette S.
Gloria S.
4.0
She will do a great job. She's a hard worker, she'll go above what is needed. Very dependable, will not be disappointed.
- April W.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Minooka, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Minooka, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Minooka, IL, 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 Minooka, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Minooka, IL is $17.50 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 Minooka, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Minooka, IL. 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 Minooka, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Minooka, IL, 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 Minooka, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Minooka, IL, 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.