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60 therapy dogs are listed in Southport, NC
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Southport, NC
Hello!
If you are seeking a petsitter for your next trip I have been pet & house sitting professionally for many years with stellar references and would love to meet you! Seeking long term gigs ideally, I'm in Wilmington and am willing and able to travel.
Clear background check, responsible, extremely clean, communicative,...
Skyla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I've been trusted by family, friends, and neighbors to watch their animals my whole life. I'm comfortable with large and small breeds of dogs, cats, and exotic pets. I will take the best care of your fur-babies while you are away, including services like walking, feeding, trips to the dog parks, and bathing. I'll always keep you...
Erika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Have worked as an RN for Maxim and Interim Healthcare caring for medically fragile children in their homes and at school.
Within the last five years have provided babysitting services for five different families with seven children ranging in age from newborn to 5 yo.
Was a substitute school nurse, cub scout den leader and have...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
HOUSEKEEPING AND/OR NANNY.
I'm 26 years old, Brazilian, mother and wife. I have extensive experience with house cleaning and can help keep your home even more comfortable with my service. I have experience with cleaning for 7 years and I can guarantee satisfaction with my work.
I worked for families previously as...
Julia can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have been teaching for the past 8 years. I am a Special Education Teacher for grades K-6. I offer tutoring services privately in person. I have experience teaching online as well and can do virtual tutoring sessions if needed. I am here to help in any way! Feel free to reach out with any questions
5.0
"Christina has been tutoring our grandson - she is wonderful! Punctual, excellent communication, pleasant, awesome tutor and we so appreciate her!! Thank you Christina!!"
Cari B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Dear Possible Clients, I cared for my elderly father towards the end of his life. He had Alzheimer's. I took him to the doctor, helped him with personal care, helped him climb stairs, etc. I was very proud of my work with him. We still enjoyed some conversation and some games he remembered. I am also the proud mother to a young...
Rebecca can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Becky is very dependable and truly understand what the families of her clients are dealing with,she always was a breath of fresh air in my home"
Terry B.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. Many of my...
Kaye can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with dog training, walking, and pet sitting for all types of critters. I have experience working with dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, rats, horses, other livestock, and fish.
I am a hardworking and motivated college student looking to have some fun and help out families in...
Mackenzie can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Mackenzie did a great job taking care of our two dogs. She took care of them exactly as we asked. Our dogs can be difficult as they are reactive, but she took care of the well, even trained them to walk easier and our dogs love her. Highly recommend Mackenzie."
Tyler S.
Emma E.
Wilmington, NC
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Emma Kate. I am an Occupational Therapy major at Cape Fear here in Wilmington. My aim within this degree is pediatrics and to focus on behavioral and motor control aspects. One thing that I love to incorperate into babysitting is educational activites. When it comes to infants I try to focus on sensory...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was the perfect sitter for our 2.5 year old and 3 month old. She was here 20 minutes early, asked great questions, and even brought toys for my 2 year old. When we came back she had neatened our things and helped with chores. Would highly recommend; she is...
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Sheena S.
Wilmington, NC
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with people from the age of 10 to 80 with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I currently work as an instructor for adult with disabilities. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services/ Management and a Masters Degree in Public Policy/Public Administration. I have worked at a State Training Center with...
5.0
"Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity."
Laura W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a mother of a 9-month-old infant, I know just how scary it can be for your precious pet to be in the care of a stranger in this crazy world that we live in right now! This is why I pride myself on an approved background check and reliable transportation. I can understand your hesitance to hire a stranger off the internet!...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 14 years of experience loving elderly patients. I can help with transportation services, medication, errands, meals, and personal care.
Vickie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Vickie was the best! We brought our family member home under hospice with the idea of a couple of months of care. Vickie came to meet us and she was pleasant, knowledgeable and loving. As soon as hospice was setup, Vickie was there and making sure we had what was...
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Edelma Z.
Wilmington, NC
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience in SeniorCare and more than 10 in Pro/cleaning.
Also I do house-pet/sitting as well.
I can help with Housekeeping and Laundry .
20/ 25$/hr rate is only for caregiver/services.
I do profesional House and Commercial cleaning .
cleaning-different rate.
You can check my reviews in the following...
Edelma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Punctual, communicates arrival well in advance, professional, goes above and beyond. It was a pleasure having “E” take care of my home while in the Wilmington area. If you are considering home care/cleaning services or other services in the Wilmington area, you’ll...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience in taking care of seniors nights'routines, medication report/managment on dementia and alzeihmers's patients. I play an important role in the care , report and coordination of services for the wellbeing and best care of your loved one.
Also got experience in taking care of clients in ther...
Edelma can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I worked with Edelma with my 90-year-old aunt for almost 2 years she provided impeccable service someone I could trust and depend on also have referred her to other clients. I would hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"To Whom it may concern,
It is my great pleasure to recommend Nina H to you and do so with much enthusiasm.
I met Nina in 2012. When my first child was young, I did not have any need for a sitter and was fairly nervous to have a stranger take care of my young...
Michelle V.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ciara, and I am a school-based speech-language pathologist who will be in Bronxville, NY for the summer months (June 8th - August 20th). I am excited to offer occasional date night and weekend babysitting services. I have reliable transportation and updated Basic Life Support/CPR training.
Additionally, I am...
Ciara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We were lucky enough to secure Ciara to babysit our kids every week. She is fantastic. We have four kids and they are a handful but Ciara is up to the challenge. We love her and wish she could work with us more often!"
Rachael C.
I have a bachelors in Recreation Therapy and experience from being a CNA. I worked with adults and the elderly. I have experience with dementia. I'm a very caring person. If you have any questions please message me.
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Tangela S.
Oak Island, NC
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a background in Nursing and Physical Therapy. I currently hold a Practical Nurse and a Physical Therapist Assistant License in the state of NC. I have 30 years of experience in the medical field specializing in geriatrics/senior care.
I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate and caring.
I'm looking for a...
Tangela can also help with: Errands, respite care, mobility assistance, transportation, home modification
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
CPR
Tiffany S.
Wilmington, NC
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have so many special needs people in my life. Providing and bringing normality is especially important to me. I have a daughter who is now 21 with epilepsy, ADHD, developmental delays, OCD just to name a few. I also have a nephew with scoliosis. He has had three surgeries and he is only 11. I helped with his physical therapy,...
Alexandra N.
Wilmington, NC
$9-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alexandra, and I am a pre-med student at UNCW. I currently have four pets at home that I love dearly. Two cats and two dogs. One dog was deemed "my puppy" over COVID-19 because I was the primary caretaker and did almost all the training with the dog. I believe in providing enrichment activities for your pet while...
Alexandra can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, grooming & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Southport, NC
Christina M.
5.0
Christina has been tutoring our grandson - she is wonderful! Punctual, excellent communication, pleasant, awesome tutor and we so appreciate her!! Thank you Christina!!
- Cari B.
Rebecca D.
5.0
Rebecca cared for my disabled husband before he went into Hospice Care. He is a tall man who has had four strokes so he was difficult to manage but this didn't stop Becky! She is a remarkable woman who I can guarantee will give her all to any job she accepts. She is polite, pleasant, trustworthy,...
- Martha K.
Kaye W.
5.0
Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works very well with me and the other...
- Care member
Mackenzie H.
5.0
Mackenzie did a great job taking care of our two dogs. She took care of them exactly as we asked. Our dogs can be difficult as they are reactive, but she took care of the well, even trained them to walk easier and our dogs love her. Highly recommend Mackenzie.
- Tyler S.
Emma E.
5.0
Emma was the perfect sitter for our 2.5 year old and 3 month old. She was here 20 minutes early, asked great questions, and even brought toys for my 2 year old. When we came back she had neatened our things and helped with chores. Would highly recommend; she is reliable, caring, and amazing with...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Southport, NC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Southport, NC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Southport, NC, 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 Southport, NC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Southport, NC is $16.25 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 Southport, NC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Southport, NC. 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 Southport, NC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Southport, NC, 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 Southport, NC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Southport, NC, 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 Southport, NC therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Southport, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.