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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 $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years

Therapy dogs in Urbandale, IA

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Hailey J.


Des Moines, IA

$10-20/hr

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I did volunteer service at the Christian Opportunity Center for six months working with and helping high school students and adults with mental and physical disabilities. It was honestly the highlight of my week to get to go every Thursday and know I was helping and making a difference to someone.
5.0
"Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future ."

Tamara D.

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Hailey J.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

How Full Time Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hailey and I'm 29 years old currently a SAHM with 3 young boys. I have years of experience with children! I cared for my aunts 3 young boys for several years and have had two full time nanny jobs. I also did volunteer work at a Resource Center in downtown Des Moines that I have been passionate about I have experience...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "

Laura D.

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Mary L.


Des Moines, IA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive and Loving Critter Care

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...
Mary can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Bonded and insured

5.0
"Lisa is an EXCELLENT caretaker for my cat, Saylor! I travel once a month and have no fear leaving Saylor's needs in Lisa's hands. She goes above and beyond with updates. She's been caring for Saylor since February, and even stopped in when my flight was delayed and...

Amanda M.

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Susan H.


West Des Moines, IA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse With A M.A. In Health Administration

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in Iowa, and lived in central Illinois before moving to the Cary area. I recently sold my Cary home and moved to EI. I am a registered nurse with a MA in Health Administration from the University of Iowa. I have experience working as a supervisor/manager/director in the health care industry -in insurance and skilled...
Susan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me. "

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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021. I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."

Ashraf Q.

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Shelley N.


Des Moines, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Elder Care In Des Moines, Iowa - Affordable & Reliable Assistance

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm an Advanced Nurse assistant/ Hospice Aide and Homecare provider with over 25 years experience. I've achieved a wide variety of different skills while working with clients in the medical field who suffer from the following conditions: Dementia/Alzheimer's , ALS, Parkinson, Cancer, Kidney disease, ADHD, and Terminal...
Shelley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Shelley cared for my dad for a little over a month. We thought it was going to be longer but things didn't work out. Dad took a turn for the worse. She was easy to get organized with as far as what she would do and what she expected of us. She has a lot of skills...

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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Matracea but I go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Teaching was not always my first career choice. My whole life I wanted to be a vet, so pet care services allow me to get the best of both worlds. I have grown up around animals and I am comfortable...
Matracea can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Edith M.


Des Moines, IA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Edith. I'm an independent housekeeper. I enjoy cleaning for different families. I'm reliable and punctual. I'm known for my thorough and detailed work. I clean from top to bottom. That includes ceiling fans, baseboards, kitchen cabinets and much more! I also offer organization. I'm efficient with my time,...
Edith can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting & more
5.0
"I recently hired Edith through care.com, and I couldn’t be more happy with her services. She is always on time, efficient, and friendly. "

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Sonya S.


Des Moines, IA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Iowa and a 2022 graduate of St. Ambrose University. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation and a minor in psychology from Iowa and a doctorate in occupational therapy from St. Ambrose. I have several years of experience with children of all ages. I worked...
Sonya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sonya was great! She was so sweet with the boys I’d definitely hire again!! 10/10 recommend "

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Hello Everyone! My name is Caroline. I recently graduated from University of Iowa's physical therapy program and am looking for a side gig. While in physical therapy school, I was a nursing aide on a pediatric floor at the children's hospital in Iowa City and haver lots of experience with children. I also have 3 younger sisters...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Meagan W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I love all pets big and small. I have 5+ years experiencing in animal caretaking. I am open to any animal services/ assistance you may need. Dog walking, Pet sitting, Brushing, Transportation, Feedings etc. Please reach out with any questions or inquiries and I will do my best to assist.
Meagan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Refrigerator cleaning, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, move-out cleaning & more
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Emma V.


Cumming, IA

$18-25/hr10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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: Respite care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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...
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Dana R.


Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 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.
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 sitting, pet walking

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Urbandale, IA

Hailey J.

5.0

Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future .

- Tamara D.

Hailey J.

5.0

Hailey is very friendly and likable.

- Laura D.

Mary L.

5.0

Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a special needs dog that wasn't the...

- Corrie R.

Susan H.

5.0

Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me.

- Care member

Matracea W.

5.0

Macy was great!! She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else. The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them. 10/10 We would...

- Molly K.

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Therapy Dogs in Urbandale, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.