Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Shelbyville, KY
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Find therapy dogs in Shelbyville, KY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Shelbyville, KY
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Shelbyville, KY
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a person who loves animals! I have had cats and dogs my whole life, as well as fish, hamsters, turtles, and ducks! I am willing to provide services in your home.
I love pets and enjoy taking care of them. I own a Great Dane who I am currently working on training to be a service dog. We love to go on walks and play fetch. I would love to take care of your furry friend just as if they were my own.
Corrie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Emily E.
Shelbyville, KY
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 dogs and 2 cats that I love so much. I have always known I wanted to work with kids and love their unique personalities. I have taken Child Development classes such as Parenting, Early Lifespan Development, and Child Services 1. I also have Early care and orientation training, Pediatric abusive head trauma training, and...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance
Lauren T.
Shelbyville, KY
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lauren. We take pride in providing top-quality cleaning services with meticulous attention to detail. We are committed to creating clean, organized, and refreshed spaces for our clients.
With a track record of positive client feedback, we strive for excellence in every job, ensuring that each space is spotless...
Lauren can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning
Barbara H.
Shelbyville, KY
$12/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Care Aide/Residential Facility Caregiver/Daycare Worker
5.0
(2)
11 years working as a Home Aide. Nine years with client who passed away June 30, 2016. Fixed and served meals, laundry, light housekeeping, and other personal needs. Made sure proper medicine taken at correct time. Take temperature, apply lotions, creams, dressings, blood sugar test, insulin shots, blood pressure and pulse. Some...
Barbara can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have known Barbara for nearly 45 years. She is the epitome of a caring person. She is diligent, fastidious, observant, and trustworthy. She has a non-invasive manner and a pleasant personality."
Pam H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 Grandmother to 10. I'm experienced in the care of babies up to the elderly. I love caring for others. I love kids and would treat yours as my own. My current toddler will is going to preschool now so looking for my next little angel to care for. Experienced Nanny.
Sherry can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We were really fortunate to have Sherry as our nanny to take care of our 6 month old boy. The love, care and affection that Sherry showered on our family cannot be described in few words. In fact, she became a part of our family within days of joining. She was...
Shiv P.
I want to help you and you family live a clean and healthy life at home. I have 3 years of experience in custodial service. I can help with bathroom and kitchen sanitization, laundry, general cleaning, dusting, windows, and home organization.
To keep my rates low, and to ensure that your home is comfortable and safe for your...
Christina can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Linda M.
Shelbyville, KY
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's development and learning. With many years of experience with two of my own children, & 3 grandchildren, I'm skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens.
I believe that every child is unique...
Aaliyah J.
Simpsonville, KY
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with over five years of experience as a medical assistant. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in patient care, assisting with clinical procedures, and supporting healthcare teams in delivering high-quality services. My passion for caregiving...
Aaliyah can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I'd describe my personality as caring, dependable, and trustworthy.
I like caring for seniors because I feel like their health circumstances are sudden and often limiting. Many Seniors find their health unpredictable and if I can make the day better by providing that extra help, perhaps that same care will be there for me one...
Sheila can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have 20+ years experience as a health care professional with 10+ years in home and community health services. I enjoy working with older people and delighted to help people remain in their homes safely. I have lots of hobbies such as quilting and gardening and have experience as a Wellness Coach and can suggest ways to improve...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Karen H.
Louisville, KY
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an occupational therapy assistant and I have experience working with adults with brain injuries that require assistance with activities of daily living along with cognitive deficits. I work full time during the week but am available evenings and weekends.
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands
5.0
"Karen is kind, dependable and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant has extensive knowledge in care giving, facilitating independence, attention to detail and thoroughness necessary to ensure all job duties and tasks are completed at the highest level."
Devin O.
Karen H.
Louisville, KY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.
5.0
"Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!"
Trish L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, I have a lot of empathy and compassion in my heart for my clients. For the past 14 years I have worked with Seniors, Dementia clients and Veterans. They have become dear friends and are like family to me. I have worked independently and worked with a worldwide home care facility. I am a licensed Holistic Health...
Sharon can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sharon is an amazing caregiver and is a joy to be around. She has been taking great care of our 93 year old Father for many months now. He lights up when she walks in the room!
Care-taking truly is her passion.
Sharon brings peace and calm to our home and her...
Mickey S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ty, and I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a background in both professional child care and personal parenting experience with my own toddler. I have a Master's degree in social work and have worked as an investigative social worker for child protective services for four years so I understand...
Tyquaysha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Ty in 2020 to help pick up my children from school. She was ALWAYS on time and my kids could not stop talking about how much they loved her. She helped with light housecleaning, cooking dinner for the girls, and took our three pets out. Would definitely...
Beth B.
Belen V.
Louisville, KY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional, Experienced Full-Time Child Care With Over 20 Years Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Kindly and respectfully, service is not available to anti-vaxx and anti-mask families.
I have over 25 years of experience working with children, as a nanny and in schools. I have a BA in Communication Disorders. I have a CA Child Development Site Supervisor Permit and recent experience in special education and early childhood...
Belen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Belen to be a nanny for our son. She was always very nice, respectful and great with our son. Unfortunately it didn't work out long term due to scheduling conflicts but she was very professional even when she quit. She wrote us a very professional letter...
Jessica M.
Hi I'm Maddie! I have a lot of experience dog sitting and babysitting. I'm currently in physical therapy school, and will be graduating in august. I'm staying here with my mom in Louisville, and my pup recently passed away. I'm looking to help out with dog sitting, walking, boarding, whatever is needed! Through PT school I have...
Madison can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Molly W.
Louisville, KY
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Habilitation Masters Specialist, provided infant and adult
clients with in-home services related to habilitative therapies, special developmental skills, behavior
intervention and sensorimotor development.
Molly can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care & more
Bethany K.
Crestwood, KY
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have been working for Trilogy health services at The Willows at Springhurst nursing home since March of this year and have discovered my calling working with the elderly! I love what I do as a Life Enrichment Associate, providing companionship, care and activities (Bunco, Bingo, arts and crafts, exercise) for residents. I work...
Bethany can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands
Skills:
CPR
Latonya B.
Louisville, KY
$15-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have managed a assisted living. Being able to take care of others is passion
Latonya can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, personal care, respite care, meal prep & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Shelbyville, KY
Barbara H.
5.0
I have known Barbara for nearly 45 years. She is the epitome of a caring person. She is diligent, fastidious, observant, and trustworthy. She has a non-invasive manner and a pleasant personality.
- Pam H.
Sherry E.
5.0
Sherry nannied for us for 3 months. She primarily watched our newborn, but also helped with our 3.5 year old on occasion. We loved having her! She is very trustworthy and reliable. Sherry would always arrive before her start time and stay later if needed. Sherry went above and beyond to help our...
- Ashley N.
Karen H.
5.0
Karen is kind, dependable and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant has extensive knowledge in care giving, facilitating independence, attention to detail and thoroughness necessary to ensure all job duties and tasks are completed at the highest level.
- Devin O.
Karen H.
5.0
Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!
- Trish L.
Sharon D.
5.0
Sharon is an amazing caregiver and is a joy to be around. She has been taking great care of our 93 year old Father for many months now. He lights up when she walks in the room!
Care-taking truly is her passion.
Sharon brings peace and calm to our home and her laugh is contagious.
Sharon is an...
- Mickey S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Shelbyville, KY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Shelbyville, KY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Shelbyville, KY, 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 Shelbyville, KY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Shelbyville, KY is $15.38 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 Shelbyville, KY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Shelbyville, KY. 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 Shelbyville, KY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Shelbyville, KY, 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 Shelbyville, KY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Shelbyville, KY, 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 Shelbyville, KY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Shelbyville, KY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.