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60 therapy dogs are listed in Excelsior, MN
The average rate is $27/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Excelsior, MN
Jessie S.
Excelsior, MN
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in childcare for 7 years at 3 different centers. I also babysit often on the weekends. My favorite thing about working with children is seeing that light bulb turn on when they learn or find something new. It's so exciting and precious! I hope to go back to school in a few years for child behavioral therapy. I have...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Thank you for considering me with your loved one. Caregiving can be very demanding on a family and I'm here to help. I'll visit your mom and/or dad and will chat with them, provide care, bring banana bread, sort pills, shop and I'll cook. Mostly make soups, but can make whatever, so the house smells great and they get a meal...
Ann can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Allison L.
Excelsior, MN
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Housekeeper, Pet Care, Child Care, Driver, Odds & Ends Job Provider
Hello! My name is Allison, 33 years old, born and raised in Minnesota. I graduated from University of St. Thomas in 2012 with a Marketing degree, where I then worked in various Digital Marketing jobs for 9 years following graduation. I never found myself happy or satisfied in a 9-5 office job, so I decided to follow my passion...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Beza. Caregiving is not a job to be done and leave when the shift is done. I believe it is about sharing people's feelings, helping them in every possible way, learning from their life expiriences, and adding more laughter and fun to their day.
Every life is important to me. I have over 2 years of experience....
Bezawit can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Beza for anyone’s care needs. Great to work with, reliable and on time! "
Care member
Emilia J.
Excelsior, MN
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I recently graduated with a B. S. in Psychology and a minor in Disability Rights and Services from UW-Madison. I've gained valuable experience in childcare through babysitting and nannying. Additionally, I have worked for 2 years as a paraprofessional in the Minnetonka Public School District, where I supported both general ed...
Emilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I believe our Senior generation should be the most respected members of our society and they deserve the ultimate quality of life second to none. My devotion to assure happiness, fulfillment and devotion started with my aging parents. Devoting all the time energy and love I could possibly could give but I couldn't do it all. I...
Nakita S.
Chaska, MN
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a tutor and homework helper!
I have a doctorate in Education and have tutored students at all levels from grades 9 through college for test-taking skills, effective study skills, in most subjects, and the A. C. T test as well as, guidance through college application materials. Sometimes students need a tutor, many times...
5.0
"I had the most incredible experience working with Nakita. Her professionalism in helping me writing my resume has profoundly changed my career development. Hiring Nakita was the best decision I made about 5 years ago.
I reached out to her again recently to do some...
Care member
John R.
Chanhassen, MN
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Rehabilitation Case Manager & Home Care Comfort Concierge
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of clinical care experience in psych nursing, brain injury rehab therapies, case and group home management, and was a certified Assistive Technology Professional for 16 years, specializing in rehabilitation engineering design of custom adaptive equipment, including specialty wheelchair systems.
I love to...
John can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I am very pleased with the services John R has provided for my son. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience which has been so helpful and comforting when he is with my son. My son has a traumatic brain injury and John is very engaged with his needs and offers...
Mary Pat S.
Doreen B.
Chanhassen, MN
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
House cleaning/laundry is my passion. I am very detail oriented. I have provided cleaning/laundry services for the past five years for a family in Orono and for a family in Eden Prairie along with several families in the Chanhassen area. I've cleaned garages, boats, raked leaves, watched pets/houses, polished silver, cleaned...
Doreen can also help with: Attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Doreen came and helped my mother and I with hosting a sit down dinner for 26 on Christmas Eve. She was right on time, was professionally dressed and was such a pleasure to work with. She worked tirelessly for 7 hours. She helped us set up for guests to arrive,...
Jessica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A lovely, gracious, and well-mannered person with exceptional ethical principles, family values and a record of providing quality child care service to children of different age groups and backgrounds.
A friendly individual who is eager to continue her career in childcare as a nanny.
Seeking a full or part-time position in...
Leticia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leticia F was very sweet and engaging with the kids. They had a blast. We’d definitely hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a professional housekeeper with experience as a trustworthy and dependable home manager.
I offer services such as dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, wiping down and cleaning off surfaces, making beds, window cleaning, removing garbage and recycling, laundry care, and basically any standard home care/tidying...
Cassandra can also help with: Dusting, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Cassandra is very kind and extremely happy and willing to help with housekeeping and home tasks. Great person as well!"
Beth S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
In 2008, I left corporate office work to pursue my love of teaching children to become a nanny. I eagerly devoured books and online courses on child development, early childhood education, parenting skills and creative activities. To a genuine love of children, I bring talents for teaching and creative arts. I am devoted to the...
Coralee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This review is a follow up to my wife's review below (L. H). Coralee has been with our family since our daughter was 3 months old. As mentioned below, she was with our family full-time from 5/14-8/17. Our family was lucky enough to keep her as our nanny one day...
Bill H.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my passion is enriching the minds of children of all ages. I believe in little to no screen time but instead structured play that engages children's creativity and makes learning fun. Being able to help provide care to a loving family is my goal. I am comfortable with all ages and will structure our day to day with age...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Julie is amazing with our kids (we met when they were 2yo and 4yo, they are now 4yo and 6yo :)) - she's professional, kind and caring. Our kids love her and keeps asking when they'll see her next, and when she's here the time they spend together is always...
Shira H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I am a senior caregiver,
preferably overnights
I have 10 years experience as a professional caregiver.
My services include: hygiene , mobility assistance, medication preparation, and night time comfort and care.
My background is full-time ministry , thus I consider senior care as an extension of my vocation.
I...
5.0
"Cindy has been a friend for many years. I have always known her to be dependable, trustworthy and an all over great person. She is outgoing, friendly and has a real gift with people. I have an 87 year old mom that Cindy is going to work with and I am excited for my...
Linda S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic mother of 2 teenagers and have worked with children for over 12 years. I worked in the kids department at Life Time for over 7 years and worked as an aide at a Montessori School. I am a very reliable, patient, and a creative person. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Angie was a PHENOMENAL nanny for our 2 children, age 10 months and 5. She was very responsive in communication, punctual, very nice and friendly, and brought great energy, smiles, and loving snuggles to our kiddos!
I can tell Angie loves kids and, after day...
Sarah P.
Alison O.
Hopkins, MN
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a graduate student at UND in occupational therapy. I grew up with dogs and cats. I have experience dog sitting here in Grand Forks for families. I love animals and would love to help you out!
Alison can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Hi, I am Charlie. I have had five dogs now, and trained two for therapy and hospice care, and to do dog sitting. I have had many happy customers since starting a few months ago. I am newly divorced after 30 years. I do flowers, and work at a liquor store PT as well.
I live in Mound and have a fenced yard. My dog Jackson, a...
Charlene can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Caitlin C.
Victoria, MN
$9-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Passionate dog lover with a lifelong companionship with dogs. Dedicated dog walker with three years of experience in providing top-notch care through dog sitting services. Committed to ensuring the well-being and happiness of furry friends.
Caitlin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
I provide in home dog and cat sitting services. I have my own dog and cat, and have been pet sitting for 2 years.
Kaitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I am a student and I train service dogs in my free time. I have grown up with lots of dogs and cats and have pet-sat for many other animals. I can help with training, walking, grooming, general watching/care, etc!
Caroline can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Excelsior, MN
Bezawit T.
5.0
Beza is amazing!!! I wish we could hire her for more hours (she's part of a team of caregivers for my mother). So many wonderful aspects to Beza - a true professional with a heart of gold :)
- Martha M.
Nakita S.
5.0
I am more than happy to write a glowing reference for Nikki. Nikki goes way beyond the call of duty, taking me to appointments, grocery shopping and even reading up on various treatments I am having. She is competent, cheerful and optimistic and a joy to be around.
- Care member
John R.
5.0
I am very pleased with the services John R has provided for my son. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience which has been so helpful and comforting when he is with my son. My son has a traumatic brain injury and John is very engaged with his needs and offers a lot of good advice and...
- Mary Pat S.
Doreen B.
5.0
Doreen came and helped my mother and I with hosting a sit down dinner for 26 on Christmas Eve. She was right on time, was professionally dressed and was such a pleasure to work with. She worked tirelessly for 7 hours. She helped us set up for guests to arrive, assisted us in serving each course and...
- Jessica S.
Leticia L.
5.0
Leticia F was very sweet and engaging with the kids. They had a blast. We’d definitely hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Excelsior, MN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Excelsior, MN?
To find a therapy dog near you in Excelsior, MN, 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 Excelsior, MN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Excelsior, MN is $27.50 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 Excelsior, MN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Excelsior, MN. 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 Excelsior, MN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Excelsior, MN, 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 Excelsior, MN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Excelsior, MN, 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.