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50 therapy dogs are listed in Winchester, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Winchester, VA
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a graduate student at Shenandoah University working on my doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy. I live in Berryville, VA and am 24 years old. I currently am on break through January 10th. I have several years of experience with children of all age ranges. I worked at Sentara Wellness Center as a...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Zoe C.
Stephens City, VA
$19-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Zoe, and I am excited to offer my math tutoring services on Care. com. With a strong background in mathematics and a lengthy amount of experience tutoring students from elementary through high school, I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals. I specialize in making complex concepts...
I have two years of paid experience through a family friend with pet sitting. I can provide services like walking, grooming, feeding, and lots of attention! I've owned numerous cats and dogs throughout my life and I feel that I am very fit to provide wonderful care to your furry friends!
Ashlee can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I will love your furry best friend(s) like my own! I am the owner of Heaven's Heart Pet Care. We are a licensed/bonded/insured company that offers a variety of pet care services. We take care of ALL house pets and livestock. I can't wait to meet you and your pet!
I am passionate about animals and blessed to get to do what I...
5.0
"Devena is very caring and reliable for your pet sitting needs. We scheduled a meet and greet where she put my mind at ease about leaving the care of my cats to someone else. Several weeks prior to the care time-frame she contacted me with an overview of what we had...
Cassandra H.
Grizelle F.
Charles Town, WV
$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Senior Care Offering Dedicated Transportation Services And Compassionate Home Care
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm Grizelle, an experienced and compassionate senior care sitter with seven years of dedicated experience. I specialize in providing reliable transportation services for seniors, ensuring their safety and comfort during medical appointments, grocery shopping, and social activities. My goal is to help seniors maintain their...
Grizelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Her passion to help others is amazing. Grizelle is passionate about her job and goes above and beyond to make it happen: she took great care of my elderly father, and I look forward to hiring her again. Thanks again Grizelle! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as an attendant for two years at a private school. I assisted students in all curricular activities as well as extracurricular, speech therapy, summer programs, private tutor, and nanny. I have also managed lessons for therapeutic riding for individuals of all ages with varying cognitive and intellectual disabilities....
4.7
(13)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelors in Human Services with a Child and Family Welfare focus, an Associate's degree in Education, and Early Childhood certificate. I have been working with all ages of children for many years. I have been a nanny for numerous families, worked in day care centers in 4-year-old room as head teacher and also in an...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is fabulous with both children and pets. I wouldn't leave my babies or fur babies with anyone else."
Joy H.
5.0
(1)
My greatest joy comes from encouraging and supporting growth in those around me. I am eager to share my passion and skill developed over years of formal classroom teaching many levels of high school students from 2002 through 2018, currently working one on one with autistic special needs at the elementary level since 2019, and...
4.4
(12)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
Thanks for checking out my profile. I have over 10 years of experience working with kids from newborns and up. I am myself a mother of 4 children and I fully understand the concerns and challenges that come with raising kids. I take care of other kids with the same patience and energy that I would give to my own...
Joany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Joany to watch our 6 month old daughter. She was great and our daughter was immediately comfortable with her! She also sat for my 6 year old and the baby one evening and everything went smoothly. I highly recommend Joany! She is wonderful!"
Kathryn Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Deziree I am 20 yrs old. I am looking for any one time or part time baby sitting or pet jobs preferably here at my home. I grew up with animals my whole life. I have a passion for pets of all sizes and species. I am excited to be able to help you by caring for your pets while you are away. Your babies will be...
Deziree can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Deziree was very professional and personable. She watched my 2.5yo son and ensured to check on him while he slept too. She created a safe and positive environment for us so we felt good about leaving our boy with her.. she’s also very communicative and prompt! I...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years experience as a boarder and provided many vet technician services at Central Maui Animal Clinic. I can help with Boarding and Pet Transportation.
I can also do WATER CHANGES (yay) if you need aquarium maintenance while you are away. I can dog sit, walk, and with advance notice, board a few dogs at a time
Joanna can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as genuine, caring and positive.
I like caring for homes because I believe you feel better when you're in a clean environment.
I started housekeeping when I was 15 years old doing normal household chores. When I was 18 years old, a friend needed assistance with his cleaning service so I ended up...
Michelle can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
Emily P.
Charles Town, WV
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
**Need Elementary Tutoring?**
Struggling with elementary subjects? Let me help your child succeed!
**About Me:**
- Experienced elementary tutor
- Patient and encouraging teaching style
- Customized lesson plans to fit your child's needs
**Subjects Offered:**
- Math
- Reading & Writing
- Science
- Social Studies
**Why Choose...
Training with Doulagivers International, INELDA, NEDA to provide end-of-life services to individuals and families.
Training with Music for Healing and Transition as a Certified Music Practitioner-Student, providing the medicine of music bedside to comfort and support.
Tracy can also help with: Dementia, specialized care, transportation, hospice services, companionship
Virginia T.
Bunker Hill, WV
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a very strong knowledge of child development, special diets and special needs children. I strive to provide the best for the child and to help the family with this journey (safety first). I was raised on a large dairy farm in Jefferson Co. WV. Love animals, 4-H All star, 4-H leader for many years, I work with a Therapy...
Virginia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Rachel G.
Charles Town, WV
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have many years experience working with children of all ages. I have a degree in education and can help with many different subject areas.
Willing to provide tutoring services in my home or yours (depending on location).
I am a Registered Nurse with over 9 years of experience across dialysis, home health, hospice, and telephonic case management. I specialize in providing home-based dialysis, post-op care, and chronic disease management, with a focus on patient education and individualized care. I am skilled in supporting patients through complex...
Vidah can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting nurse, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
I am a pet owner, I have two dogs, (cowboy and Hershey). I have worked with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I consider myself very lovely and energetic, I love the animal, I love cats too, with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting your pets!
Please...
Paula can also help with: Pet walking
Personal experience would pertain to working for multiple families as a nanny with a cleaning service as a teenager, to now cleaning with my mother on her side jobs, as well as years of experience organizing. I enjoy cleaning and problem solving where to put things away just as much as I like to freshen things up for the in-laws...
Gwendalyn can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Susan A.
Middletown, VA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am 23 and I just finished my first year of nursing school at Shenandoah. I have been a certified nursing assistant for almost 7 years. I have won several awards at the hospital for the care that I give. I am CPR certified. I hope that I can be if your nanny services.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Winchester, VA
Devena H.
5.0
Devena is very caring and reliable for your pet sitting needs. We scheduled a meet and greet where she put my mind at ease about leaving the care of my cats to someone else. Several weeks prior to the care time-frame she contacted me with an overview of what we had discussed during the meet and...
- Cassandra H.
Grizelle F.
5.0
Grizzle has exceeded all of my needs and expectations while caring for my mom. She was even able to help me with some small tasks around the house. She has been amazing through it all. It has been a wild road and my mom has not always been the easiest patient.
- Care member
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel is an incredible nanny. She has a ton of experience and she goes above and beyond what is asked of her. Kids of all ages naturally gravitate toward her. I would recommend her to any family looking for a loving, caring, fun, active, nurturing, intelligent, experienced caregiver to look after...
- Elizabeth R.
Joany G.
5.0
Joany has helped with my three children every week for the past nine months. She is absolutely reliable -- she has never once canceled on us -- punctual and highly professional. And my children immediately adored her. My youngest literally ran into her arms the first time she met her! That has never...
- Melissa C.
Deziree C.
5.0
Deziree was very professional and personable. She watched my 2.5yo son and ensured to check on him while he slept too. She created a safe and positive environment for us so we felt good about leaving our boy with her.. she’s also very communicative and prompt! I would highly recommend her and we...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Winchester, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Winchester, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Winchester, 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 Winchester, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Winchester, VA is $18.65 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 Winchester, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Winchester, 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 Winchester, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Winchester, 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 Winchester, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Winchester, 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.
Ratings for Winchester, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Winchester, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 50 listed therapy dogs.