Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Urbandale, IA
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Find therapy dogs in Urbandale, IA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Urbandale, IA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Urbandale, IA
Grace B.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Grace B. I am a graduate from the University of Iowa on the Pre-Occupational Therapy track. I majored in Therapeutic Recreation with a certificate in Disability Studies. I have worked at Child Serve for over three years in different areas such as Respite/SCL care, teaching in the Autism Day Program room, and I am currently...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Rachel F.
Des Moines, IA
$8-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Grocery shopping. Pools. Library. I will go anywhere. I have 2 girls . 7yrs and 9yrs.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is genuinely very caring and compassionate with her clients and provides good care."
Kim F.
Jackie B.
West Des Moines, IA
$22-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie! I am currently working toward my masters degree in occupational therapy and am hoping to eventually work in pediatrics once graduated! I have been working in childcare for the past 11 years and have gained all kinds of experiences. Working at a daycare for 5 years, I learned how to balance caring for multiple...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Maria M.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Cleaning is therapy to me! I enjoy cleaning and I am quite the perfectionist. I can clean most anything and even am pretty versatile when need be with odd projects and jobs. Organization is a personal favorite but I'm open to hearing all options!
Maria can also help with: Oven cleaning, general room cleaning, move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, refrigerator cleaning & more
Cindy J.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 + a CNA . . I have worked for nursing facilities and private agencies. I live with my husband of 37 years. I enjoy cooking, walking, movies and sports. I love caring for seniors and treat them like my own family. I tell my clients this doesn't feel like a job because. I have experience with dementia, . I would provide...
Cindy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Emma V.
Cumming, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Vanessa H.
West Des Moines, IA
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!
I have been a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for 2. 5 years and have primarily worked in skilled nursing facilities. I have worked with patients with various diagnoses ranging from dementia to amputations and mental health conditions. I enjoy working in SNFs because of the stories and life lessons I get from...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver with a passion for children. Provided childcare as a full-time nanny and part-time as well for multiple families. Experience in many different childcare settings as well. Reliable and responsible, offering light housekeeping and pet care services as well.
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Dana R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I would be able to provide errand service, personal assistance, and whatever you need to make your schedule less stressful. I have somewhat of a flexible schedule with transportation. I give attention to detail and am very thorough.
Mary K.
West Des Moines, IA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a bachelor's degree in child development, and I am a licensed occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special, and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children aged 3-5 years who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...
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 who are 24 and 18. I have a ton of experience working with...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!"
Lisa H.
Emily R.
Ankeny, IA
$14-20/hr
Hello! My name is Emily and I am an enthusiastic animal lover with a big heart for all creatures great and small. While I may not have any professional pet sitting experience, growing up my family almost always had pets and l currently have a pup of my own at home. I have personal experience with the following pets- fish,...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 + years of experience caring for elderly. I am a caring, compassionate individual who does my best to uplift those around me. I would love the opportunity to help with your senior, children, or personal assistant opportunities. I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and also Certification in Massage Therapy. I have...
With over two decades in the field of child care and early childhood education, I bring former training and education, experience, and quality care to offer professional child care services with flexibility and reasonable rates.
Former owner operator of Bundles of Joy Quality Care. Professional references available.
Yearly...
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CNA
I am currently in graduate school at Des Moines University for occupational therapy. I have a wide range of experience with children who have developmental delays or disabilities along with the autism spectrum and mental health disorders. My passions are being outside, cooking, doing crafts and learning!
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Residential house cleaner successful at providing consistent and high-quality cleaning services! Provides own cleaning equipment and supplies to sanitize and remove dirt and grime! I always make accommodates customer needs at all times. More detailed than most! Need just a standard tidy up? Weekly or Bi-Weekly? or a Deep Clean?...
Allison can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I spent 4 years working with Lutheran Services of Iowa, Candeo, and Link Associates, where I provided care and support to people living with mental disabilities and mental illness. I also assisted my father-in-law for several years with the care of his wife, who was living with Alzheimer's/Dementia. I cared for my mother-in-law...
Debra can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia, visiting physician
Looking for part time tutoring work! I have a bachelors of science in Human Services and Psychology and am returning to school to get my doctorate in August. I did tutoring in high school and briefly in college as well.
Alexandra S.
Waukee, IA
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Alexandra! I'm a mom of one and I've had more than 14 years of childcare experience amongst retail, serving, customer service and more! A few things about me are I am a very outgoing person. I love swimming, biking, camping, movies, video games, reading and spending time with my family! I have ALWAYS been...
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Urbandale, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Urbandale, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Urbandale, IA is $20.00 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 Urbandale, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Urbandale, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.