Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Toano, VA
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Find therapy dogs in Toano, VA that you’ll love
46 therapy dogs are listed in Toano, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Toano, VA
I can provide pet sitting in your own home (overnights included), or drop-in visits for walking, feeding, watering, or some play time! I'm experienced with dogs of all sizes/ages, cats, birds, fish, and snakes. I've volunteered with the Peninsula SPCA and have many friends and family who trust me with watching their pets. I'm a...
Penny C.
Toano, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Penny, I am retired from Social Services-CSE in Richmond Virginia. I have raised three wonderful children and have plenty of experience caring for a child. I am caring, trustworthy and very dependable and will care for your child with love and respect.
I am married and we are a military family, stationed here...
Penny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Penny. A little about myself, I am married with 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren. My husband is retired after 24 years in the Army and I retired in 2017 from Social Services. I have two sweet pets, my dog Kai and my cat, Coco Chanel. I worked as a caregiver many years ago prior to Social Services. I am now...
Penny can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
5.0
"We recently hired Penny to help my elderly father with meal prep, errands, and housekeeping. He was resistant to give up some personal freedom, and Penny has made this a smooth transition for my Dad. He also enjoys her cooking."
Rose R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in caring for all age that are in need of there Vitals, Meds, any type of Aid, Transport, Care assistance, Home Visits, errands or just company or in need of anything. I am more than happy and willing to be of service.
Lucena can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, visiting nurse, respite care
5.0
"Lucena was extremely helpful with multiple tasks after an operation. She was so helpful from being with me after the operation to ensuring I got home alright to taking care of me for a few days to ensure I had a speedy recovery. She made my meals, ensured I took...
Mary B.
Angela A.
Williamsburg, VA
$15-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fill-In Caregiving From A Reliable, Trustworthy Person, senior caregiver
4.5
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a 57-year-old, prior Air Force, woman available now to provide light care giving services in and near Williamsburg. I helped my mother with my grandmother who had Parkinson's Disease. I was my uncle's full-time caregiver when he had stage 4 cancer. I helped a 92-year-old lady with bathing, dressing, medication management,...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance & more
4.0
"Angela is always early, if not precisely on time, dependable, happy, flexible, trustworthy, caring and willing to undertake any reasonable request. She has been a pleasure to have in our home and it is schedule conflicts that now cause us to seek another...
Susan E.
5.0
(3)
I've worked as a N. A. (C. N. A.) in an assisted living facility for 14 yrs/6 months helping to maintain up to a 54 bed occupancy as a supervisor on the 11-7 shift. I also have experience in a home health setting through a home health agencies for 15 yrs/4 months as a caregiver to a client for 7 yrs, one for 6 yrs preparing them...
Iris can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Iris S. is warm-hearted, compassionate, dependable and most knowledgeable in her care-giving. She was my aunt's caregiver from 11pm until 8am for several years. Iris' strengths were most evident when my Aunt Carolyn came home from the hospital with Hospice. I...
Anne B.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nurse for over 30 years. I have worked in the areas of elderly care, medical and surgical care, hospice care. I have worked home care with Disabled Veterans and Alzheimer's and dementia patients. I am Dependable, caring and take pride in my services.
My availability changes often so feel free to message me to see...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Lisa was so much help with our mother during her transition from hospital care to hospice care . She was the best for me and our family in our time of need with the house and the care of our mother ."
Christianna G.
Elizabeth S.
Williamsburg, VA
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello there, my name is Elizabeth but I go by Libby! I am a wife to my husband of 5 years and a mom to a little 1-year-old girl. I am a licensed massage therapist licensed through the board of nursing! I have also worked as a rehab aide in a nursing home for 2 years! in this time it's given me experience with helping transport...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hello!
I graduated William and Mary and am currently watching children at Walsingham's After-School program. I'd love to babysit your child as well! I'm patient, full of energy, and great at multitasking. I'm open to additional services, and I have a plethora of experience working with pets.
When watching over your family, my...
Riley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Jennifer L.
Lanexa, VA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Jennifer, and my background has been in preschool. I love the littles! After homeschooling my son for 5 yrs, I had initially planned on returning to the preschool environment. However, caring for several elderly clients and my dear friend who is battling stage IIII cancer these past 5 years, I've developed a heart to...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was with the company for 5 years where I moved into a supervisor position for my last 3 years. I was trained in basic life support, first aid, customer service, autism awareness, and had countless opportunities for growth as a professional and person. I left the company 9 months ago with much love in my heart for my time...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am available for cleaning services the month of December and January. Happy to help with other errands as well!
Abigail can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Hello! I am Yuna , a 22-year-old graduate student looking to babysit in the Williamsburg/Yorktown area.
My related experiences include:
* Behavior Technician, January 2024 - Current
I provide applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to assist youth diagnosed with Autism
Spectrum Disorder develop functional life skills. I...
Cecilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alayna A.
Williamsburg, VA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alayna and I recently graduated from JMU. I'm living at home in Ford's Colony in Williamsburg to save up money before I start my career in marketing! I have lots of experience with kids and have been nannying and babysitting kids of all ages since I was 16. I'm very flexible and can also provide services such as...
Alayna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Janice M.
Williamsburg, VA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a home care giver for over 9 years. I also provide total live in care. I provide all services at their home. Laundry and cleaning their entire home all levels and I Totally care about my presentation.
Janice can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Briana C.
Williamsburg, VA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have; housekeeping, customer service, house cleaning, hotel experience. Right now I am a family personal assistant Monday-Friday. Am looking for something monthly I can do on the weekend or just a Saturday or Sunday (house cleaning).
Briana can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Zofia C.
Williamsburg, VA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
At Prestige Clean We Proudly Serve The 757 Area, Including Richmond, Virginia Beach, NN, Williamsbur
At Prestige Clean we proudly serve the 757 area, including Richmond, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Hampton Roads, and Williamsburg. We specialize in providing top-notch cleaning and organizing services tailored to meet your unique needs.
I'd describe my personality as perfectionist organization, and clean
I like caring for...
Zofia can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
I have 7 years of customer service, hospitality , as well as food & beverage experience. I can help with Housekeeping, Cooking/Meal Preparation, errands etc.
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Justine R.
Williamsburg, VA
$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have raised, owned, and or medically treated chickens, dogs, cats, sheep, fish, and small rodents. I am compassionate and careful. I am responsible with administering medication if necessary and I also enjoy playing with them, taking them for walks, and any other service you need! I will do it all! I do consider mileage and...
Justine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Danielle M.
Williamsburg, VA
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Professional Nanny, Sitter & Preschool Teacher
5.0
(26)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am a fun, active, and energetic childcare provider looking for a kind, fun, and loving family I can preferably provide long term nanny care for OR open to a summer only position with hours ranging close to 30 hours to no more than 40 hours per week or coming up with a fair weekly rate that commensurate my...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is amazing with our kids. We have a 4 yo, 2 yo, and 6 mo. If we leave her a schedule for the night she's able to follow it with all the kids and she keeps me updated on our baby. We completely trust her to care for our kids and they love spending time with...
Ryan L.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Toano, VA
Penny C.
5.0
We recently hired Penny to help my elderly father with meal prep, errands, and housekeeping. He was resistant to give up some personal freedom, and Penny has made this a smooth transition for my Dad. He also enjoys her cooking.
- Rose R.
Lucena R.
5.0
Lucena was extremely helpful with multiple tasks after an operation. She was so helpful from being with me after the operation to ensuring I got home alright to taking care of me for a few days to ensure I had a speedy recovery. She made my meals, ensured I took all medications timely, helped with...
- Mary B.
Angela A.
4.0
Angela is always early, if not precisely on time, dependable, happy, flexible, trustworthy, caring and willing to undertake any reasonable request. She has been a pleasure to have in our home and it is schedule conflicts that now cause us to seek another caregiver.
- Susan E.
Iris S.
5.0
Iris S. is warm-hearted, compassionate, dependable and most knowledgeable in her care-giving. She was my aunt's caregiver from 11pm until 8am for several years. Iris' strengths were most evident when my Aunt Carolyn came home from the hospital with Hospice. I truly can not imagine anyone more...
- Anne B.
Lisa R.
5.0
I am writing this to express my deepest gratitude for Lisa, the nurse who took care of my Dad, Billy, for several years after he had a massive stroke that left him disabled, then as he developed congestive heart failure and eventually passed recently.
Lisa was a true Godsend to our family. Her...
- Dorothea A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Toano, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Toano, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Toano, 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 Toano, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Toano, VA is $16.67 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 Toano, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Toano, 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 Toano, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Toano, 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 Toano, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Toano, 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.