Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Pleasant Hill, IA
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Find therapy dogs in Pleasant Hill, IA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Pleasant Hill, IA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Pleasant Hill, IA
Mary G.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Mary and I raised all my children and find myself having extra time on my hands that I would like to use to provide services for anyone that is in need of errand running. I'm fully vaccinated and eager to help!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I was the primary caretaker for both of my elderly parents until they passed. I have a deep love for the elderly and great respect . My children have all graduated and my time has freed up and I would love to contribute in any way I can. My father had Alzheimer's and my mother was bedridden for quite a while so I have a...
Mary can also help with: Transportation, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would...
Beth O.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa (Mary) is a fantastic pet sitter! We have hired her several times, and will continue to do so, to care for our dog and cat. She feeds, walks, plays with and loves on our boys and they really like her. She was even able to care for our furries on short notice...
Jessica N.
Sonya S.
Des Moines, IA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(9)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Iowa and a 2022 graduate of St. Ambrose University. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation and a minor in psychology from Iowa and a doctorate in occupational therapy from St. Ambrose. I have several years of experience with children of all ages. I worked...
Sonya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was great interacting with our toddler. "
Care member
Edith M.
Des Moines, IA
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Edith. I'm an independent housekeeper. I enjoy cleaning for different families.
I'm reliable and punctual. I'm known for my thorough and detailed work. I clean from top to bottom. That includes ceiling fans, baseboards, kitchen cabinets and much more! I also offer organization. I'm efficient with my time,...
Edith can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"I recently hired Edith through care.com, and I couldn’t be more happy with her services. She is always on time, efficient, and friendly. "
Care member
Hailey J.
Des Moines, IA
$10-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I did volunteer service at the Christian Opportunity Center for six months working with and helping high school students and adults with mental and physical disabilities. It was honestly the highlight of my week to get to go every Thursday and know I was helping and making a difference to someone.
5.0
"Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future ."
Tamara D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've always had two dogs in my home since I was born. I did volunteer service at an animal rescue with my mom for a year.
Hailey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Hailey did a wonderful job caring for our 3 dogs, cat, and bird. We knew right away that she was a natural with animals. She is friendly, loving, and calm. While we were gone, we had a downed portion of our fence, and she supervised the dogs in the yard 3 times a...
Mallary A.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hailey and I'm 29 years old currently a SAHM with 3 young boys. I have years of experience with children! I cared for my aunts 3 young boys for several years and have had two full time nanny jobs. I also did volunteer work at a Resource Center in downtown Des Moines that I have been passionate about I have experience...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "
Laura D.
5.0
(1)
PLEASE DISREGARD THIS PROFILE. I TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT FOR SOME REASON, AM UNABLE TO DO SO. I AM NO LONGER OFFERING SENIOR SERVICES!
I became a Certified Nursing Aid at 16 then an EMT at 18. I worked my way through college as both a nursing aide and an EMT progressing to a Paramedic. I worked in home health care, and human...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone...
Sheila W.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Megan. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University. I work full-time at a Preschool as a Pre-K teacher in Des Moines. You can find me outside going for a run or just enjoying nature. I have 2 sisters. I have a ton of experience working with children of all ages in...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!"
Lisa H.
Shelley N.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Elder Care In Des Moines, Iowa - Affordable & Reliable Assistance
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm an Advanced Nurse assistant/ Hospice Aide and Homecare provider with over 25 years experience. I've achieved a wide variety of different skills while working with clients in the medical field who suffer from the following conditions: Dementia/Alzheimer's , ALS, Parkinson, Cancer, Kidney disease, ADHD, and Terminal...
Shelley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Shelley is an honest and caring person who takes into consideration how others feel. Compassionate towards others and hard working.
"
Connie F.
Haley B.
Altoona, IA
$16-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Haley. I am been working in the Human Services field for about 7 years now. I truly enjoy caring for others and being a companion for those in need. I am able and willing to transport, cook, clean, provide bathing, medication management and much, much more. I believe that the best gift in life is caring for...
Haley can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Erika C.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Mary L.
Des Moines, IA
$15-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Senior Care, Errands, Transportation Assistance, Light House Keeping
I provide light senior care assistance that includes companionship and social interaction, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping/errands services, and transportation to and from appointments.
Mary can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Dana A.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr
I'm a mom and have worked in customer service and childcare all of my adult life, so running errands and taking care of my home come easily. Reliability, punctuality and being detailed are important.
Lisa L.
Altoona, IA
$21-36/hr
I have owned my own restaurant/bar businesses for 25 years. I sold my last one a year ago. I am semi retired, looking for something that will balance with my home life. I am certified for owner/manager food services. I am kind, trustworthy, a multitasker, and take time management very seriously.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Caroline B.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello Everyone! My name is Caroline. I recently graduated from University of Iowa's physical therapy program and am looking for a side gig. While in physical therapy school, I was a nursing aide on a pediatric floor at the children's hospital in Iowa City and haver lots of experience with children. I also have 3 younger sisters...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Caroline B.
Des Moines, IA
$12-17/hr
Hi all- my name is Caroline and I would love to help out with nannying/ sitting for your kiddos! I am a physical therapy student at the university and have experience as a nursing assistant in both pediatric and geriatric settings. I don't have any specific work experience with individuals with special needs, but I am here to...
Kelly L.
Des Moines, IA
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always been drawn to the aging population. As a little girl I was always at the neighbors who were in their 80's. I loved , playing cards and was memorized by the wonderful stories shared with me.
I went on to study sociology and later in life gerontology.
I love to cook, clean and be engrossed in conversation.
I have...
Kelly can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
While my professional cleaning experience is limited to working in a few restaurants, I am confident in my ability to provide amazing leaning services. Throughout my life, I have developed strong cleaning skills and a keen eye for detail, which enables me to consistently deliver exceptional results. As a reliable and diligent...
Mayesheona can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Pleasant Hill, IA
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would highly recommend Mary.
- Beth O.
Mary L.
5.0
Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a special needs dog that wasn't the...
- Corrie R.
Sonya S.
5.0
Was great interacting with our toddler.
- Care member
Edith M.
5.0
I recently hired Edith through care.com, and I couldn’t be more happy with her services. She is always on time, efficient, and friendly.
- Care member
Hailey J.
5.0
Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future .
- Tamara D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Pleasant Hill, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Pleasant Hill, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Pleasant Hill, IA is $19.00 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 Pleasant Hill, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Pleasant Hill, 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.
Ratings for Pleasant Hill, IA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Pleasant Hill, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.