Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Des Moines, IA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Des Moines, IA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shelley. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I'm a 45-year-old Advanced Nurse assistant/ Hospice Aide and Homecare provider with over 25 years experience. I have achieved a wide variety of different skills through several positions in the medical field such as: Dementia/Alzheimer's care, End of life care(...
Shelley can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Shelley is an honest and caring person who takes into consideration how others feel. Compassionate towards others and hard working.
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Connie F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Amber did a great job staying with our daughter, while my wife and I went on a date. She had no problems coming to meet us for an interview. She seemed very knowledgeable about watching kids due to her background experience. We will certainly be using her again in...
Henry T.
Alyssa K.
Des Moines, IA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Graduate Student And Experienced Home Sitter And Pet Care
I'm Alyssa, an artist, designer, and experienced home and pet sitter from Des Moines, Iowa. With a background in interior design and a passion for creative pursuits, I bring a unique vision and meticulous care to my home sitting services. I am dedicated to providing exceptional care for houses, plants, animals, and light chores,...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hailey and I'm 28 years old currently a SAHM with 2 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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very friendly and likable. "
Laura D.
Erika C.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Lexi M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Chicago Based Babysitter With Over 10+ Of Childcare Experience
Hi there! I'm Lexi, a 30-year-old professional living and working full time in Des Moines.
Originally from small town Eastern Iowa, my history of childcare goes back to when I was 14 years old. I have 4 years of experience working in a before and after school daycare facilities. Here, I helped watch upwards of 60 children...
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Jayne M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jayne! I'm am a local photographer of families and art. Most of all I'm a huge lover of kids! Up until a year ago I was a nanny for two AMAZING children. Sadly for me it was time for them to start school/daycare so I'm no longer able to nanny them. Now I've decided to go back to what I love and look for a new amazing...
Jayne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Selina O.
Des Moines, IA
$14-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fours Years Of Caregiver Experience Since 2019 To Present.
I have been a caregiver for last four years and half, I have cared for hospices patients, memory care patients, and just clients that need everyday care and support.
Am a very patient and caring person, I will care for your loved one like I would want them to care for my own parents.
I was a nurse for over 15 years am slowing...
Selina can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, home modification, dementia
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello. My name is Jennifer. I am currently seeking a nanny position that is part time-up to 35-40 hours. I am taking classes online to complete my BA in either Education or Human Services. I'm married (15 years) have two daughters (ages 8 & 13) and two grown step children. I have been a nanny for most of my adult life. When not...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Ambulation for those who need those services. I am currently a 2nd-year Occupational Therapy Student. I have a background with individuals with disabilities. I've been a CNA since 2015 and enjoy caring for others and community engagement. I have a spoiled...
Jacqueline Q.
Des Moines, IA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. Dementia care ALDs
Jacqueline can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
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, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(6)
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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"We cannot wait to have her sit again! We appreciated that she took the time and initiative to do some educational and fun activities with sidewalk chalk with our older toddler. Good communication. Macy is awesome!"
Sarah C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I was the primary caretaker for both of my elderly parents until they passed. I have a deep love for the elderly and great respect . My children have all graduated and my time has freed up and I would love to contribute in any way I can. My father had Alzheimer's and my mother was bedridden for quite a while so I have a...
Mary can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, companionship & more
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"MARY is a compassionate, professional, trustworthy caregiver! She communicates promptly and thoroughly to your satisfaction, always quick to ask any questions and offer ideas for making my mom's life better and our arrangements easy. She was hired to provide care...
Nancyann T.
Hi I'm Kealey! I graduated from ISU with a degree in child adult and family services in 2018. I have babysat/nannied/worked in schools/worked in daycare/interned in a therapy center, and have 10+ years of experience! I'm currently nannying with an amazing family and I'm just looking to pick up some babysitting gigs on the side!
Kealey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I can provide dog/pet sitting in your own home, dog walking, etc! I had been an active volunteer at my local animal shelter pre-covid and adore animals. Have had many opportunities to watch my friends, family members, and even former staff, faculty, and teacher's pets of former schools I've attended. My name got passed around...
Acacia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 3 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
Kim M.
Johnston, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years. Have had my own private home care business for over 15 years Dealing with dementia patients in their homes or their families homes. My specialty is dementia, Alzheimer's strokes, dementia end of life care,. I provide all activities of daily living, light housekeeping, laundry,...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Acacia B.
Johnston, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there!
I have 5 years experience with Dementia/memory care and Geriatrics, with almost 3 years of that 5 being Practical Nursing Experience with that population. I obtained my Practical Nursing License in Aug. 2020, and recently have obtained my Bachelors at the University of Iowa in Aug 2022 in Recreational Therapy. I have...
Acacia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Des Moines, IA
Shelley N.
5.0
Shelley cared for my father in the last two weeks of his life. He appreciated her so very much as did all of our family. I highly recommend hiring Shelley. She is dependable, kind, efficient, punctual, and professional. She became an important part of my Dad's care team within the first hour of her...
- Elizabeth N.
Amber M.
5.0
Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Hailey J.
5.0
Hailey is very friendly and likable.
- Laura D.
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.
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would highly recommend Mary.
- Beth O.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Des Moines, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Des Moines, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Des Moines, IA is $16.75 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 Des Moines, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.