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60 therapy dogs are listed in Independence, OH
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Independence, OH
Morgan T.
Independence, OH
$10-20/hr
I am a college student currently going to Cleveland State University studying Occupational Therapy. I have experience with all children because I grew up with a sister with Down's syndrome, along with her friends. I have also never pet sat for money outside of relatives. I have always loved animals and I'm available most...
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
With 10+ years paid experience in pet care and a lifetime unpaid - I love and cherish my animals above all else. Their health, happiness, and safety is paramount to me - and your little loved ones are no different. I understand and respect the bond you have with your little ones--and how difficult it may be for you to leave...
Samantha can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Samantha helped me out while I was I. Cleveland working for several months with my dog Bella. She treated Bella as she was her own pet and went above and beyond what my expectations were. I was extremely grateful to have her care for Bella and she was accommodating...
Tyler D.
Samantha P.
Independence, OH
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have several years of experience working in the healthcare and education field where I utilized my customer service skills to best serve patients, students, and caregivers.
Samantha can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Hi there, My name is Janellen. I have been giving my care services for quite a few years. I love taking care of people's needs with joy and compassion. It is so rewarding for both parties. I appreciate your time, have a beautiful day.
Jan can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, personal care, specialized care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I provide pet sitting services in your home, full or part-time, specializing in extended overnight stay. You can rest assured that your pet companion is in good hands, as I am certified in Pet CPR and First-Aid through Pet Tech. I enjoy being playful with your animals and will ensure that they get the exercise they need. At the...
Linda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have hired many pet sitters over the past twenty years and I have never felt as confident leaving my dogs and cat with anyone as I do when I leave them with Linda. She is always dependable, follows my instructions to the letter, doesn't hesitate to contact me if...
Sheila B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10 Years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Lots references.
Tracey can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Tracy helped care for my 89 year old mother. She is always so upbeat and was able to get my mother engaged in fun activities. She is very detail oriented and is very efficient. We felt very comfortable having Tracey in our home and mom enjoyed her company....
Susan M.
Cary E.
Strongsville, OH
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Your Search Stops Here. Caring, Compassionate, Experienced And Dependable Caregiver Here:
5.0
(2)
Over 12 years experience, specializing in personalized care for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, MS, and special needs. Offering assistance with daily activities, including exercise, therapy, housekeeping, and meal preparation. Supporting with bathing, grooming, and dressing needs. Providing errand running, accompanying...
Cary can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Cary is very caring and friendly. She was great while caring for my family member."
Stephanie H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello to ya! A pleasure you've stumbled on my profile. I provide services that enhance and assist the flow of everyday life for families! I am a certified yoga/meditation instructor guiding both adults and youth in the practice of yoga. I am also a certified newborn care specialist and professional personal nanny. I provide well...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer was such a helpful addition to my family. She was so willing to assist with our baby and was so educational. She’s such a bright light and the baby loved her. I’d certainly rehire her and refer her to any and everyone I know. Her skill set is unmatched....
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have had multiple clients from the Jewish community to nursing homes, Group Homes, and Residential Home care. I have done companion care to hospice care. I am a full service care giver that has obtained a lot of skills over the years. I have worked with clients that has disabilities, sundowners, dementia, alzheimer's and other...
Judy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Judy was an integral part of care for my mother as she transitioned. She made my mother as comfortable as possible. She provided unmatchable service and went above and beyond for my mother! "
Jerome T.
Raechel T.
Cleveland, OH
$17-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Raechel. I was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. I am 26 years old. I graduated in 2021 with my BA in psychology from Lake Erie College. I made Dean's list most semesters. Upon graduation I worked at a mental health hospital working on a therapy team with severely mentally ill patients. At the end of 2022, I...
Raechel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Raechel. Our kids were 10 months old when she started and are just under 2 years old now as we transition them to daycare. She was always punctual, played well with the kids, kept them fed, and left our place clean when she was done for the day....
Jessica A.
Kodi C.
Cleveland, OH
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about five years of experience providing boarding, dog walking and house sitting services through pet care services. I also have experience dog sitting for the pets of friends and family members and have two pups of my own, a yellow lab and a cavalier. Animals are my passion and I love getting to meet new dogs. I have...
Kodi can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Kodi is a smart attentive and reliable individual. I have hired Kodi multiple times to care for my animals for various lengths of time. I have always been satisfied with the care they recieve and the update I receive from here keeps me at ease. I would highly...
Heather N.
Naomi T.
Cleveland, OH
$14-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked at a child care facility for about a 2 years and I have done at home child care and I am a mother of a beautiful toddler as well! I have 4 years of experience and I am naturally wonderful with children . I am reliable, punctual, and loving . Hope to be a of service to you ! :)
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was so grateful when I decided to reached out to Naomi. I sensed her demeanor was so pleasant, friendly and even compassionate. I felt confident in her handling my elderly sister for the days/hrs we needed her. A God sent- Yes.She will be my go to person as long...
Coletta G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have maintained professional athletes' and executives' homes. I work diligently to ensure that all cleaning services are performed to the highest standards.
I have been cleaning for 7 years.
Annette can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, pet waste cleanup, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Annette currently works for me part time, and I know she would like additional hours. I highly recommend her cleaning and personal assistant work. She sees things that need to be done and takes care of them without being asked. She is courteous, responsive,...
Stephanie Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for a family service organization for 5 yrs. My duties consisted of assisting with hygiene, cooking, light cleaning, laundry, medical appointments, reminders for medications to be taken. I currently work with mentally challenged individuals,I'm looking to supplement income. I love working and helping people; that...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marvella was more than a caregiver, she was a gift from God. I hired her to assist my 94 year old Aunt with light cleaning, cooking and bathing. Marvella also assisted with shopping as needed since I did not live in the same state as my Aunt. She kept me aware of...
Kimberly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I recently graduated with a Doctorate in Occupational therapy. I completed research in the NICU with premature infants, working on feeding and breastfeeding! My professional experience includes, working as teaching assistant in a school for children with special needs, nannying for various...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!"
Sean H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduated with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at the end of 2023. Looking for a part time job while studying for my national exam. Have experience nannying for two children from ages 6 months- 3 years old. Also have worked at a preschool summer camp and have babysat for various families since high school.
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Yarra M.
Cleveland, OH
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
God bless you My name is Yarra I worked in cleaning in Puerto Rico for several years. I like to make change, help and make a difference in homes. I would like to be able to bridle my service to you and thank you
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a experience caregiver for 20+years, I specialize in services in Alzheimer/Dementia unit Companion Care, Senior personal care, Assistant living throughout the surrounding area. I have also dedicated my Experience for a company for 14 years with people in a home base setting. I'm a very dependable, trustworthy, Patience...
Caprice can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Caprice to help take care of my mom who has dementia. Caprice is so sweet and caring towards her and has great patience as well. I'd definitely recommend her! It really shows how much she's made an impact on my mom because she remembers and asks about her...
Trina N.
Kye J.
Beachwood, OH
$13-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kye, and I am currently a college student majoring in nursing. I am a friendly, outgoing person who enjoys reading, crafts, and playing games! I spent my entire childhood surrounded by animals. I currently have two years of experience with walking and dog sitting. For the past couple of years, I have been a...
Kye can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We were so fortunate to find Kye! Our dog took to her immediately, and she has a lot of common sense and good instincts about dog care. She asked us good questions before we left Pixie with her. We felt completely comfortable leaving our precious furry friend in...
Cheryl I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I received my bachelors degree from Ohio University in special education (k-12). I received my masters degree from Ohio University in reading instruction. With these degrees I have learned excellent skills to differentiate instruction to be able to work on each individual child's personal goals and facilitate instruction using...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Independence, OH
Samantha L.
5.0
Samantha helped me out while I was I. Cleveland working for several months with my dog Bella. She treated Bella as she was her own pet and went above and beyond what my expectations were. I was extremely grateful to have her care for Bella and she was accommodating even when I asked for her help in...
- Tyler D.
Linda V.
5.0
I have hired many pet sitters over the past twenty years and I have never felt as confident leaving my dogs and cat with anyone as I do when I leave them with Linda. She is always dependable, follows my instructions to the letter, doesn't hesitate to contact me if a pet doesn't feel well or if she...
- Sheila B.
Tracey H.
5.0
Tracy helped care for my 89 year old mother. She is always so upbeat and was able to get my mother engaged in fun activities. She is very detail oriented and is very efficient. We felt very comfortable having Tracey in our home and mom enjoyed her company. Traci met and exceeded all of our...
- Susan M.
Cary E.
5.0
Cary is very caring and friendly. She was great while caring for my family member.
- Stephanie H.
Jennifer S.
5.0
Ms. Jen has been helping our family of four kids as an after school nanny and occasional spot babysitter for two years now. We have great lines of communication about the kids’ schedules and events and she is great also at helping to entertain the younger kids with games, etc. She also will help...
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Independence, OH
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Independence, OH?
To find a therapy dog near you in Independence, OH, 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 Independence, OH?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Independence, OH is $15.00 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 Independence, OH?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Independence, OH. 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 Independence, OH receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Independence, OH, 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 Independence, OH help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Independence, OH, 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.