Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Richmond, VA
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Find therapy dogs in Richmond, VA that you’ll love
146 therapy dogs are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Richmond, VA
I've been pet sitting for a little over 3 years with various friends as clients. I prefer pet sitting at the home of the pet because that is where they are most comfortable. However, I've also boarded pets at my home when needed.
As a full-time teacher, I have a lot of availability during the summer and can also offer dog...
Teresa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Julia C.
Richmond, VA
$13-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Julia. I am a 20-year-old college student at J Sargent Reynolds in Richmond. I like to read and spend time outside with my dogs. I love kids and have experience with babysitting in the past. I also helped with some summer camps at a local kids camp, and have helped with kids gymnastics classes. I have 2 dogs and 2...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Hello, my name is Laurel! In 2018 I graduated Stevenson University with my bachelor's in Psychology. In 2012 I had my first job taking care of children ages 0-5 in my Church's nursery. In 2018 I started work as an applied behavioral analyst with neurodiverse children from ages 2-8 years. I worked for The Shaffer Center, and then...
Laurel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a very patient individual who loves to help people anyway I can. I have worked with various Alzheimer's /Dementia clients for years. I provided companionship, developed grocery lists detailed to clients interests, prepared fresh meals, did meal prep . Everything labeled as needed . I did light housekeeping and laundry...
Racheal can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Hi there! My name is Rachel, I'm 20 years old, and I'm a sophomore at Shenandoah University. My major is music therapy with a minor in psychology. I've had experience with children and adults with special needs through music camps, chimers, and a music therapy clinic. I'm a honest, hardworking person, a very safe driver,...
I adore every furry animal under the sun, and would love to meet yours! I grew up with both dogs and cats (of all sizes!), and can provide personal services dependent on your pets needs. My goal is to ensure I'm an extension of your family - treating your loved one just as I would treat mine (long adventurous walks, learning...
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lauren F.
Richmond, VA
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Lauren, a dependable pet sitter living in Richmond, Virginia.
I'm an animal lover and have 12+ years of experience caring for cats and dogs (both small and large). I spent the last 6 months working for a company in MA walking dogs and cat sitting, but am joining Rover as I just moved to the Richmond area! I...
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking
Madalyn L.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting services in your home. I can do daytime visits/playtime, overnights, weekends, etc. I have experience with cats, dogs, small animals, and small farm animals as well. I regularly pet sit for a for a sweet, former stray, cat named Cheeto. My family growing up raised everything from orphaned ducklings and...
Alexandra W.
Richmond, VA
$20-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hey there! i'm a board certified speech language pathologist with a specialization in ASL and Deaf culture. During the week, I work with kids aged 0-15 providing speech and language therapy to help children and families better communicate. I'm very comfortable working with children who have special needs, communication...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Audrey W.
Richmond, VA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a board certified music therapist with 3+ years experience working with children with disabilities, hospice, pediatrics, and more. In college I worked as a nanny and babysitter for several families, a private guitar and cello instructor for kids and teens, and worked as a sleep away camp counselor. I am currently working on...
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Tutoring: I graduated from Dickinson College with a B. S. in Neuroscience and Biology and currently work in a Neurogenetics lab. I have participated in organized tutoring programs at all grade levels including: (1) Kindergarten (introductory reading/writing activities), (2) Elementary/Middle school (math/science), (3) High...
Audrey W.
Richmond, VA
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Audrey and I am a Board Certified Music Therapist with 3+ years experience working with people from early childhood through hospice. As a music therapist I have worked in pediatrics and with children with disabilities, and have also worked as a private nanny and babysitter. I am currently looking for part time...
Christine W.
Richmond, VA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there!
I have not had any specialized training for childhood disabilities. However, I have cared for children with autism, Down Syndrome, diabetes, and physical disabilities.
One of the children I currently nanny has quite a lot of physical disabilities. I attend his weekly therapy appointments to know how to best assist...
Pet Care: I had cats, dogs, snakes, iguanas, and fish while growing up, so I feel comfortable caring for most house pets! I currently have a 2 y/o rescue dog and a 5 y/o leopard gecko. In college, I helped care for, socialize, and train puppies from birth through an organization called Susquehanna Service Dogs. I have experience...
Jessica can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Megan B.
Richmond, VA
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Megan and I'm so eager to start hanging out with your little ones. I'm a big crafter and would love to make some fun things with your kiddos. This past year, I spent 6 months as a live in babysitter/helper on and organic farm in California. I have other sporadic babysitting experience prior to this. Currently I work...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Sarah M.
Richmond, VA
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Qualified, Experienced Provider With 10+ Years Special Needs Experience
Hello! My name is Sarah, it's nice to meet you!
I have been working with children professionally for over 10 years now, specifically in the context of providing ABA therapy, and supporting special needs children. I am a board certified behavior analyst currently, and looking for a change of pace and schedule. I have a passion...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Keyonna (KeyKey) I enjoy working with the elderly. I've been in the healthcare field since I was 26 years of age. I can truly say I know I was called to nurture others. I've worked in retirement centers, hospitals, assistant living and private homes. I have a degree in Allied Health. My past experience working...
Keyonna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
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"Very dependable, she became part of the family. My grandmother needed 24 hr care in a facility, that's why we lost Keyonna."
Stacey E.
5.0
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I have over 16 years of experience in child care and nannying. I love children and love having the opportunity to care for them! I have nannied newborns, toddlers, and many different ages simultaneously. I am an intuitive, energetic, engaging and patient person by nature, so I will bring all of these assets into my care for your...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Catherine has worked with us over the last two years with our 3 children (now ages 2.5, 6, & 8). She is responsible, empathetic and nurturing. She is excellent at jumping into deep, imaginative play and letting the kids be kids. She has been able to help with meal...
Tara H.
Hello there! My name is Rachel, I'm 21, and I'm a junior music therapy student at Shenandoah University! I'm looking for a few jobs to assist with light house keeping, meal prep, and simple companionship! I love spending time with older adults, playing music, and helping in any way I can! If you'd like to get to know me more,...
Rachel can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
For the past two and a half years I have worked with a little girl with autism. My duties included, but were not limited to, picking her up from school, taking her to therapy and doctor appointments, helping her with homework, bathing and feeding her, helping with potty training, and managing her medicine while I was there. I...
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Richmond, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Richmond, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Richmond, VA is $18.60 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 Richmond, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Richmond, VA. 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 Richmond, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Richmond, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 146 listed therapy dogs.