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190 therapy dogs are listed in Colorado Springs, CO
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Colorado Springs, CO
Hey there! My name is Katie and I'm a licensed and certified occupational therapy assistant! I have lots of patience with a respectful yet bubbly attitude. Not only do I have almost two years of experience with therapy and elderly care in a skilled nursing facility, but I also had multiple geriatric clinicals in college. I enjoy...
Greetings! I am a caring, compassionate, and friendly animal lover. Growing up, I took care of and owned a plethora of dogs, cats, fish, birds, hamsters, and even a couple of rabbits. Some of them eventually needed medical care and even physical therapy, so I'm comfortable working with animals that require extra care and...
Alexis can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
have cared for several different breeds of dogs throughout 10 years, and absolutely love them. I have a 5-year-old Brittany spaniel Golden Retriever mix named Piper who has a very genital temperament, and also loves the outdoors. We enjoy hiking, hammocking, fishing, and camping frequently. We love to be outside as often as we...
Sierra can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Maddy M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am currently working as an RBT doing in home ABA therapy, but feeling burnout and tired of driving all over town. I love working with children with special need. From working in the ABA field for 2 years now I understand family struggles with disabilities and how important constancy and schedules are. Hoping I can find a...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Teresa, and I would love to walk or watch your dog when you need it. I am very pet friendly and have a 1-year-old Husky. I am a dog trainer and looking to go to college to start a new business in dog training grooming and other services needed. I am currently working full-time at a place I do not like, and I am...
Teresa A can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Teresa helped watch our two dogs on short notice. She was very responsive, timely, and great with the dogs. Our older dog can be aggressive around food and at times and our other is a puppy so not an easy task to establish rapport and keep everyone happy!"
Patrick M.
5.0
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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have had dogs, and loved being around them, all my life. I was inspired as a child when I would see the emotional support dogs at Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital. I also looked forward to seeing the emotional support dogs at Belmont University when I was studying to become a nurse. I am planning to eventually get...
Amber can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Amber watched our two sweet pups over the holidays. We are SO lucky to have found her! She is professional, dependable, and truly loves dogs. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter for our crazy pups. We will 100% hire Amber again!"
Erika B.
Hi, I'm Maggie! I'm a passionate and experienced pet sitter dedicated to providing loving and reliable care for your furry friends. I have 5 years of experience caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, and small animals. I understand that each pet is unique and has their own needs and preferences, so I always...
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Sarah H.
Colorado Springs, CO
$20-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm excited to begin working with you, providing excellent care for your loved ones or a helping hand around the house. My caregiver experience includes growing up on a farm with four younger siblings and lots of pets and farm animals, babysitting, and long term in-home care for someone recovering from surgery. I was...
Emily J.
Colorado Springs, CO
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Emily! I have been working as a certified surgical technologist in the operating room for 10 years. I am looking to make a career pivot / expand into different forms of patient care and service. I've greatly enjoyed my career as a surgical technologist, but excited to make grow my career capabilities into caring...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
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I recently graduated from Regis University with my Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as a post-graduate certificate in Counseling Children and Adolescents. As part of the program, I completed a clinical year in which I worked with children with ages ranging from infancy to adolescence. I facilitated...
Genevieve can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Genny is fantastic!! She connected with my tween aged daughter as well as my toddler nephews and was able to keep them entertained for hours. She is very dependable. I definitely recommend hiring her!"
Jordana N.
Khylee S.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am an extreme dog lover like yourself! I personally have a 7-month-old girl, she is in training by me to be serviced and she is very social; my training skills come from my beloved Grandma through Training by Trina, who was licensed/graduated with AKC. I have a 2010 Mercury Mariner, with back seats down, huge dog bed...
Khylee can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I not only have several pets myself, but have provided pet care for others all of my life. Care includes grooming, exercise, cleaning animal cages, feeding, taking animals for grooming and vet appointments, training and lots of love! I recently provided regular dog walking services for a client in Lafayette, CO before moving to...
Amy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Britt S.
Colorado Springs, CO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Attention To Detail Cleaning And Home Management
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Industrious Hard Working looking back to her Roots of how she put herself through College. Market has slowed down a bit and looking to do something I actually love. Which is clean. Cleaning is like therapy. I put myself through college back in the 80's cleaning many clients homes in northern California. I had another slow spot...
Britt can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"I hired Britt a few weeks ago. She has now come to clean twice and I am so pleased. She does a very thorough job and is very timely. I plan to keep Britt as my regular housecleaner. Extremely happy with this find!"
Kara Z.
Kennedy M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$14-19/hr
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a registered behavior technician so I have ABA therapy experience. I have also worked with kids with autism in a school setting as well. I have experience with children with seizures (not an expert though).
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carissa and I provide pet sitting in your own home and pet walking services. I am an experienced dog handler with great references and over two years of experience. The doggy daycare I worked at also had a cat daycare where I was trained on how to care for dogs and cats, in addition to the knowledge I have from...
Carissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi there, I'm Emily! I have been working as a certified surgical technologist in the operating room for 10 years. I am looking to make a career pivot / expand into different forms of patient care and service. I've greatly enjoyed my career as a surgical technologist, but excited to make grow my career capabilities into caring...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
My name is Eden! I have experience working in an elementary special needs classroom, 3 years of nanny experience. As well as behavioral therapy training! I'm so excited to meet you and your little ones!
Eden can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a vast array of skills with a wide variety of clients. Everything from ADLs, IADLs, errands, dr. appts. My experience goes from Developmental Disabilities, Physical Therapy, Strokes, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and hospice care.
Crystal can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Crystal is the very best CNA we've had. My husband required help with all of his ADL's and Crystal was excellent and very caring. She always went above and beyond for us."
Robin M.
Macey M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$20-41/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a bright and bubbly person who is eager to work with kiddos and make a difference in this world. In my free time you can find me exploring CO, spending time with family and my dog, or working out.
Other than that I spend a ton of time studying. I recently received my Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and jumped...
Macey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Macey M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$21-41/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!
I am a bright and bubbly person who is eager to work with kiddos and make a difference in this world. In my free time you can find me exploring CO, spending time with family and my dog, or working out.
Other than that I spend a ton of time studying. I recently received my Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and jumped...
Macey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Colorado Springs, CO
Teresa A M.
5.0
Teresa helped watch our two dogs on short notice. She was very responsive, timely, and great with the dogs. Our older dog can be aggressive around food and at times and our other is a puppy so not an easy task to establish rapport and keep everyone happy!
- Patrick M.
Amber P.
5.0
Amber watched our two sweet pups over the holidays. We are SO lucky to have found her! She is professional, dependable, and truly loves dogs. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter for our crazy pups. We will 100% hire Amber again!
- Erika B.
Genevieve S.
5.0
Genny is fantastic!! She connected with my tween aged daughter as well as my toddler nephews and was able to keep them entertained for hours. She is very dependable. I definitely recommend hiring her!
- Jordana N.
Britt S.
5.0
I hired Britt a few weeks ago. She has now come to clean twice and I am so pleased. She does a very thorough job and is very timely. I plan to keep Britt as my regular housecleaner. Extremely happy with this find!
- Kara Z.
Crystal G.
5.0
Crystal cared for my Dad for several weeks at end of life. She was wonderful. Always professional and dependable. She was especially helpful in guiding us all through hospice process. She was always cheerful, and kept my Dad engaged and in good spirits. We are so grateful to her for all that she did...
- Judy K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Colorado Springs, CO
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Colorado Springs, CO?
To find a therapy dog near you in Colorado Springs, CO, 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Colorado Springs, CO is $19.17 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Colorado Springs, CO. 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 Colorado Springs, CO receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Colorado Springs, CO, 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 Colorado Springs, CO help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Colorado Springs, CO, 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 Colorado Springs, CO therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Colorado Springs, CO are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 143 reviews of the 190 listed therapy dogs.