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 January 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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, errands, personal care, meal prep
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: General room cleaning, move-out cleaning, bathroom cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Meal prep, live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & 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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
Tankaseh G.
Waukee, IA
$11-25/hr
I'm a positive and energetic mother of two, for several years, I worked as an housekeeper and home health care provider at an assisting living facilities, I worked off and on at group homes and done some housekeeping services work at churches and in people homes. I'm currently a college student at Tarrant County College looking...
Tankaseh can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
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...
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, window washing & 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: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a mother of three children who has a 10 years of experience in the field of child development and youth care specialists. I enjoy working with children because they're so young and have a sense of humor that brings me joy to the world. I am also very proud to work alongside them as a nanny for the next couple of years as...
Tankaseh can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 20 years old and from the Des Moines area. I just finished up my last semester at Iowa Central Community College where I got a degree in human services. I'm currently taking a semester off before I continue studying psychology in August with hopes to become a child life specialist! I was on the dance team at my time at...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, respite care, visiting physician, personal care, dementia
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.
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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 $20.33 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.