Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Howard City, MI
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36 therapy dogs are listed in Howard City, MI
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Howard City, MI
5.0
(1)
Dedicated and compassionate pet care giver with a genuine love for animals seeking to provide exceptional care and companionship to pets and their owners.
Experience:
- Provided general grooming and bathing
- Managed daily feeding schedules, ensuring pets received proper nutrition.
- Conducted regular exercise and playtime...
Raynah can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I gave her a 5 star rating because she has so much love, care and passion for all animals. See will do what is necessary to make sure there happy and feel loved. "
Care member
Cassie B.
Sand Lake, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Expert In Challenging Behavior And Life-skills Development
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities.
I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with DD, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a live-in behavior...
5.0
"I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September 2020. The expertise that she provided made all of our lives better, and I'm not exaggerating. She has been through hundreds of...
Rebecca S.
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities.
I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with developmental disabilities, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities.
I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with developmental disabilities, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep
I am here for anything you need. I have 4 years of babysitting. About 3 years of dog sitting and training with personal animals. 5 years of tutoring. 5 years of working with elderly. 2 years of working with special needs. I am flexible with days, hours, and if any changes I can adjust. I would be honored to use my experience and...
Shamar can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there, my name is Sue. I am newly retired, but not ready to be a couch potato I have had a dog my entire 66 years of life. I probably like dogs more than people , after doing 40+ years of customer service! I would like to keep moving, while supplementing my social security. I am a young 66. Your pup would receive love and...
Sue can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
HelloI'm a dedicated full-time college student majoring in Health Care Services Administration, with a solid foundation in nursing from my coursework. Not only am I CPR certified, but I also have a genuine love for children of all ages, having taken care of little ones ranging from newborns to 12-year-olds. I regularly watch...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren is responsible and caring while taking care of my child. Always full of fun activities and has the child's best interest at heart. She has watched my 18 month old on multiple occasions and my daughter is always well looked after and happy when I return to...
Stephanie B.
Deborah R.
Rockford, MI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. Loved helping and caring for the elderly with their needs. Meals, meds, doctors appointments etc. believe it's a benefit for family to have trusted care . Alzheimer's, Dementia, Sundowners etc has been my area of experience.
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"So great as a caregiver! Makes amazing meals and genuinely cares for her clients."
Angela C.
Lisa V.
Greenville, MI
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Over 13 years of house/pet sitting exp. I have references upon hire. I have exp. with Dogs, Cats, Ferret's, Bunnies, Cockatoos, Geckos and Fresh & Salt Water Fish. I have cared for young and senior pets. I have worked with eye drops and ointments, pills, and vitamins, and injections. While I'm sitting for your pet(s) I will...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Lisa did a meet and greet the week before and got all the information regarding food, likes and dislikes and habits. She sent pictures of Ginger playing. Ginger is used to a lot of personal attention and I didn't want to use a kennel. I'm SO glad I had Lisa come...
Judy P.
Lisa V.
Greenville, MI
$12-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am not taking on any new clients at this time.
I have a loving and compassionate heart for helping others of all ages, they all have some much to teach us. I have worked at Hope Network Behavior Health, Spectrum Community Services, Greenville AFC, as a care giver. I also worked as a home health care worker for over 2 years...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace K.
Rockford, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace and I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for serving seniors. I was a caregiver for a teen with special needs for two years. In this role, I assisted her in activities of daily living, prepared her meals following a modified diet according to IDDSI standards, took...
Grace can also help with: Respite care, specialized care, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
I'd describe my personality as caring, measured and happy.
I like working with dogs because dogs are a gift to us from God. Dogs bring so much joy to me and others! I love cats, but I'm very allergic to cats.
I'm looking for a job where we can mutually depend on each other with the utmost of trust.
I started working with...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi, I'm Anna! I recently graduated from the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Grand Rapids Community College. I'd love to help kids with fine motor skills such as handwriting, drawing, safely cutting with scissors, coloring, painting, crafts, and more! Message me if you're interested.
I received my Nurse Aide (CNA) certification 5/5/16, I accepted my first live in caregiver job late that June. One client had broken their hip mid June and the other client had severe dementia. During my stay I did everything from physical therapy, interactive games, art, cooked/prepared all their meals, cleaned as needed,...
Kathryn can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, respite care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hello! I am a senior at Western Michigan University studying Occupational Therapy and Psychology. I spent my high school years working at a nursing home and loved my time spent there. I have a passion for spending my time helping others however I can, whether that be in day-to-day activities or company!
Payton can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Leslie R.
Big Rapids, MI
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I will provide childcare, dog sitting, and other services. I have a lot of experience in both childcare and dog sitting, I love working with both animals and children!
Leslie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hello! My name is Grace and I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology. I have a strong interest in working with people with special needs. For two years, I worked as a special needs caregiver for a teenage girl. In this role, I assisted with activities of daily living, prepared her meals following a modified...
Alexandria B.
Stanwood, MI
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Would Love To Be The One To Come Into Your Home And Just Tidy Up Or Give It A New Life!
I like caring for homes because I love seeing the people I help thrive!
I started housekeeping when I was living with my grandma and she had to hire housekeepers for our house.
In my spare time, I like to drive mostly! Driving is my therapy. Aside from driving, I like to enjoy the outdoors, doordash or play video games.
One...
Alexandria can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
Although I have no experience outside the home I am confident I would be a great fit given the opportunity. I'm very passionate in keeping my own home clean and having numerous years in customer service I would ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
I consider myself to be a dedicated and dependable...
Deborah can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, oven cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Hey there! I may be a college student, but let me break your stereotypes. I am a clean freak that loves seeing sparkles, smelling freshly cleaned rooms, and getting dirty. I enjoy mopping, wiping counters, doing dishes, organization, and so much more. Let my hobby be of service to you this summer!
Teryn can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Howard City, MI
Raynah G.
5.0
I gave her a 5 star rating because she has so much love, care and passion for all animals. See will do what is necessary to make sure there happy and feel loved.
- Care member
Cassie B.
5.0
I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September 2020. The expertise that she provided made all of our lives better, and I'm not exaggerating. She has been through hundreds of different scenarios as a caregiver...
- Rebecca S.
Lauren B.
5.0
Lauren is responsible and caring while taking care of my child. Always full of fun activities and has the child's best interest at heart. She has watched my 18 month old on multiple occasions and my daughter is always well looked after and happy when I return to her.
- Stephanie B.
Deborah R.
5.0
So great as a caregiver! Makes amazing meals and genuinely cares for her clients.
- Angela C.
Lisa V.
5.0
Lisa house/pet sits for us when we go on vacation. We have a dog, three cats, a parrot and a large salt water fish tank. She does an amazing job caring for all of them. She has a sweet personality and is very reliable!
- Therese C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Howard City, MI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Howard City, MI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Howard City, MI, 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 Howard City, MI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Howard City, MI is $20.00 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 Howard City, MI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Howard City, MI. 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 Howard City, MI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Howard City, MI, 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 Howard City, MI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Howard City, MI, 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.