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Anna S.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Anna, and I provide pet sitting services. As an animal enthusiast, I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, horses, etc. of all sizes and ages. Can also provide baths and light grooming.
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DOGGIE MOM

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
I have a beautiful "baby" boy named Flynn, he's a toy Australian Shepherd. I love animals. I'd like to extend my sitter services to include dogs as well. I've pet-sat for many of my friends in the past. I've also boarded dogs in my home over the weekend. I provide picture messaging of your dogs through out the day. I know...
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More The Better

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love playing, swimming, doing arts and crafts. I love animals. I am a stay at home wife/ dog mom looking to make some extra money. I have a great time with the little ones they always keep me laughing. My gsp dog is great service dog and the kids love playing with her. I give the family the opportunity to have her over with...
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Loving Pet Sitter

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
I grew up on a farm in NJ. I have had horses, dogs, cats, goats and even a turkey. I have a special love for animals. I help with a couple animal rescues, I have fostered many dogs until they have found there forever homes. I have taken a pet First Aid course. I have 3 dogs, 2 were both born deaf they are Dachshunds and I also...
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Pet Sitting And Walking Services

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'll be happy to takeing care of your pet, I love all animals, I have 10 years experience and I took care of all kinds of animals, dogs, cats, horses, birds, reptiles. I believe in safety first and following rules and guidelines.
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
For seven years, I've had the joy of being a trusted dog sitter, providing care and companionship to many beloved pets. Throughout this time, I've built meaningful relationships with both the dogs and their owners, ensuring that every pup feels safe and loved in my care. As I've moved over the years, I'm now looking to connect...
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Behavior Therapist

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Provided direct 1:1 therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, implementing programming developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Recorded data during sessions, targeting social, play, and basic life skills, and administering behavior management strategies.
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Full/Part-Time Caregiver Available

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have much experience as a nanny for infants and young children. I also have a Masters in Art Therapy working with children of all ages and abilities, as well as a past position as an art teacher for elementary and middle school age kids.

Betsy W. says "I can't wait until she starts. She was very responsive, intelligent, and very child oriented!"

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Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
Welcome to Gaston Mobile Grooming and Hotel We provide a cozy home for up to 9 dogs with personalized attention and a large turf yard. As a mobile groomer, I bring my services to your door. I love working with dogs for their unconditional companionship and joy. I have 4 years of experience and am seeking work to support my two...
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$0/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I am Ana. I have been living with dogs all my life, sometimes owning 5 pets at the same time, and I love them, does not matter the size, age or breed. I have experience caring of sick dogs, walking, loving, cleaning, administering medication (if necessary) and working with those ones that have issues and are traumatized,...
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Nanny

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Mary. I'm 24 years old and a graduate student at NSU. I have 6 years of experience working with children. I have Nannied full time for two families. I also have worked as an RBT providing behavioral therapy to kids on the spectrum.
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Matured & Experienced With BS In Kinesiology

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I previously work as a Athletic Therapist Assistant, I've worked in the education system with PreK-Senior high school students, and I also work with senior citizens. I have a bachelors degree in Kinesiology, with a focus on physical therapy! Latest position held is a physical education teacher!
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Childcare Provider

Fort Lauderdale, FL

1.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello , my name is Latavia I am an experienced Behavior Therapist for 19 years. I can assist with baby sitting and also advocacy with special needs . I can help your child or children reach their highest potential . I can assist in meetings for advocacy assist with IEP plans or goals to make sure they are reaching them and also...
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have worked with children from 1 month to 15 years of age in both a school setting and through therapy sessions. I have my degree in psychology, where I study developmental and child psychology. I am currently teaching in an Autism cluster classroom at a public school and in the process of receiving my masters in special...
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Home Life Services

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$50/hr
1 year experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
Standard Cleaning. Deep Cleaning. Organizing. Packing. Errands. Shopping. Same day service available. One time or repeat service.
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Friendly Neighborhood Pet Caretaker

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello there! My name is Priscilla and I would love to care for your pet! I have experience dog sitting but I am also open to caring for other pets such as cats and fish. I have spent many times baby sitting for pet friendly households and I absolutely loved it. Feel free to send me a direct message so we can discuss the services...
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi. My name is Dominique. I was a Broward County 6-8 grade English teacher for 10 years and now I am currently enrolled in an M. A occupational therapy program at Barry University. I attend classes every other weekend, so I have a lot of free time and a flexible schedule that I will like to fill by helping families with their...
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Seaside

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Have a business that started as a nanny and grew into a full service concierge business. Available for all services
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Experienced Newborn Care Specialist With Focus On Sleep Training

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Mariana, nice to meet you! I'm an experienced pediatric sleep consultant, newborn care specialist and postpartum doula with a focus on newborn, baby and toddler sleep training. I'm also a mom to a cute little boy, so I know how important good sleep is for your entire family. I'm passionate about helping families and...

Monica B. says "Mariana is a wonderful babysitter and caretaker to our boys! We have been using her as a babysitter for date nights etc for a few years now and we all...

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Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hey! My name is Sarah, i'm a College Student with 7+ years of experience with pets and kids. I can cook, clean, change diapers, bathe, go on walks, playtime, medications, etc. I have a bubbly/friendly personality and go to school for child development, I have cats (not at my boarding services home) that I love with all my heart,...
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  • 307 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.79/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Fort Lauderdale, FL

To find a therapy dog near you in Fort Lauderdale, FL, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $19.79 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Fort Lauderdale, FL, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Fort Lauderdale, FL, 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.

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