Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Grottoes, VA
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Grottoes, VA and find loving care for your furry friend.
How it works
Share details about your therapy dog needs
Match with highly rated local therapy dogs near you
Compare therapy dog options and choose the best fit
Therapy dogs in Grottoes, VA
I provide the services within driving distance to Port Republic, Virginia.
I have experience caring for animals, specialized in horses and dogs. I am also okay with feline/cat care. I am familiar with administering most medicine in household pets, like insulin or pills.
I will request that we do an initial meet-and-greet for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
Hello! I have experience as a licensed K-12 teacher with school aged children, and also have mentored at-risk and special needs youth. Additionally, I am able to care for pets from horses to dogs and cats. If you have a unique need for help with errands for an elderly family member or assistance driving around town, I am...
Hello! I have experience as a licensed K-12 teacher with school aged children, and also have mentored at-risk and special needs youth. Additionally, I am able to care for pets from horses to dogs and cats. If you have a unique need for help with errands for an elderly family member or assistance driving around town, I am...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Emily H.
Grottoes, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Full-time, Experienced, Summer Nanny. Available 6 Days A Week, May-August. Any Age Group.
Hi there!
My name is Emily and welcome to my profile! I am 21 years young and I just graduated with my Bachelor of Science from Longwood University. While in undergrad, I worked as both a preschool teacher and and after school teacher, all while keeping up with internships in occupational therapy and working as a substitute...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi there!
I am an Occupational Therapy student, and I have experience working with older adults who need aid with mobility, feeding, companionship, and medication administration. I enjoy getting to know each family and taking care of others is my main focus. I enjoy making meals, and I like doing puzzles or going for a walk.
Emily can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Deborah F.
Crozet, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Offering Companionship, Laughter, Cognitive Stimulation, Med Management, Fabulous Cooking, Etc..
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a female with a Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology and over 35 years experience providing cognitive, communication, swallow therapy, caregiver education and end of life care in nursing homes, home health and clinic settings. My passion is meaningful client centered elder care. I have an excellent background in...
Deborah can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"Very happy to have found Deborah to help out when needed."
Leigh G.
My family owned a commercial cleaning service since I was a child and I had always been involved with the business. I began to take on my own accounts at age 16 and worked consistently cleaning mostly doctors offices and commercials buildings up until 4 years ago when we sold the business and moved. Since then I have worked in...
Jenna can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
I was given my first pet at age 10. He was a Russian Blue kitten with an unfortunate eye infection. I picked him because he looked like he was winking. From then on I've always had a companion of one kind or another. Quite often several. I've heard the word menagerie used quite often. Between the vast variety of pets I have had,...
River can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, boarding, dog training & more
I have always been a jack of all trades. I have also always been someone to do what is needed to achieve goals. I need a extra income... and I am more than happy to do that by taking over the dreaded household chores while showing it can be done, just as good... if not better, without the harshness of chemicals.
River can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, bathroom cleaning & more
Don't you want to come home to a clean and comfortable home? I can help! I provide house cleaning services in the Augusta and Rockingham county areas.
I have numerous housekeeping options for a range of budgets, including:
- Residential cleans: monthly, biweekly, single cleanings, or real estate move-in and move-out...
Karis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sylvia B.
Waynesboro, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Professional Dog Sitter/Pet Sitter/House Sitter/ Pet Taxi
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I went into dog/pet sitting as a profession 15 years ago after caring for family and friends' dogs for years. I am a member of Pet Sitters Associates and am bonded and insured. As a full-time Pet Sitter, I primarily handle dogs and cats, but am happy to add all of your menagerie except reptiles. Services included in Overnight...
Sylvia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"We LOVE Sylvia, she has been the best pet sitter we've ever had. She goes above and beyond with our pets, spending quality time playing with them and genuinely caring for their well-being. Our pets love her too, they get so excited anytime they see Sylvia pulling...
Waverly D.
Julienne B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Offer Babysitting Services For Consistent Weekdays Or For Babysitting On Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julienne, I've had over 8 years of child care experience, watching children from the ages of a week old to 12 years old! I've been fortunate enough to work at my old Catholic school in Virginia Beach, Va watching the children who stay after school as well as working at a daycare. I'm currently a student and will...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jules is a wonderful caregiver for my two kids. They always have a great time when she watches them. She is reliable and has excellent communication before, during, and after."
Sarah P.
5.0
(3)
With over 10 years of experience caring for cats, dogs, and other pets, I provide professional, compassionate, and reliable pet sitting and walking services. My time working at Pet Supplies Plus gave me extensive hands-on experience meeting pets' needs for feeding, grooming, and maintaining healthy habitats. Through years as a...
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Megan has watched my two children (almost 6 and 3) off and on for the last couple of years. She makes sure to show up on time, sometimes even picking them up from school. Megan makes sure she has healthy snack options available for the kids and enjoys taking them...
Care member
4.0
(1)
I have trained with Home Instead and was employed working as a personal caregiver for a 95-year-old woman with diabetes. I assisted her with mobility and physical therapy. Currently I work with Commonwealth Care in Charlottesville and this has given me the opportunity to work with clients who have suffered strokes, Alzheimers,...
Sherry can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"She is very caring and knowledgeable, with much experience."
charles S.
5.0
(5)
I have 34 years of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services. Light housekeeping. Meals. Appointments and basic care!
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Janelle a very good worker and a hard worker. She dependable and know what she doing."
Mable H.
5.0
(1)
Nice to meet you! I just graduated from JMU with a degree in Interpersonal Communications. I love working with children and have had many years of experience ranging from babysitting to teaching. My love for kids started when I was volunteering at my church's child watch. I volunteered for over 8 years until I became then lead...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hope took great care of our two boys over the summer. She is trustworthy and full of positive energy. I would highly recommend her!"
Kelly C.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Let me be the last house cleaner you will ever hire!
My qualifications:
I am a personable, professional house cleaner
I have 4+ yrs. experience cleaning residential homes
I rely heavily on customer referrals.
I clean homes in the following areas: Keswick, Charlottesville, Crozet, Ivy, Wintergreen, Waynesboro, Stuarts Draft,...
Julie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, oven cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Julie is unlike other cleaners or a business. She is personable and really cares about our family. She cleans the kids room with such personal touches that they look forward to her coming each week. We found Julie on care and are so thankful we did. Her pricing is...
Care member
Marquita H.
Waynesboro, VA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Versatile Worker That Meets The Needs For Families And Their Loves Ones
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me take the work out of housework for you and be there for all your needs.
Weekly or Biweekly cleaning service
Estate clean out and junk removal
Marquita can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"AAA service she arrived on time and was very professional. "
Don M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting and walking services for one time, re-occuring, and overnight stays. I have 10+ experience working with animal shelters, foster care for animals, and petsitting for extended periods. I would love to help care for your furry loved one :)
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training, boarding, pet sitting & more
Sarah M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursing home for around 6 months in order to get my CNA license. I recently graduated with a Health Sciences degree from JMU, and am taking a gap year to apply to graduate school for Occupational Therapy. I spent a few years helping out and taking care of my grandma who had Alzheimer's before she was put in...
Sarah can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sarah is a sweet young woman! We hired her as a caregiver for my elderly parents! They really enjoyed her company, and she got them to share about their lives (which they loved!) She is very dependable and you will feel comfortable with your loved ones in her...
Rhonda S.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Grottoes, VA
Deborah F.
5.0
Very happy to have found Deborah to help out when needed.
- Leigh G.
Sylvia B.
5.0
We LOVE Sylvia, she has been the best pet sitter we've ever had. She goes above and beyond with our pets, spending quality time playing with them and genuinely caring for their well-being. Our pets love her too, they get so excited anytime they see Sylvia pulling in the driveway.
We couldn't...
- Waverly D.
Julienne B.
5.0
Jules has babysat for us for several years. She has done everything from date nights to overnights including driving our son to practices and taking him out for fun adventures. She is always kind and thoughtful and cares enough to ask questions to make sure we are okay with the choices she makes for...
- Care member
Megan P.
5.0
Megan has cared for my pets (including a nursing mom and cat pair) and my garden while I've been out of town. I have never felt nervous in the least bit that my precious fire and fruit babies will be well cared for. Megan always sent me pics of the cats and had some fun report to give about them....
- Monique W.
Sherry M.
4.0
She is very caring and knowledgeable, with much experience.
- charles S.
Additional Therapy Dog Services
FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Grottoes, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Grottoes, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Grottoes, VA is $14.20 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 Grottoes, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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.