Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Kansas City, KS
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Kansas City, KS
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Kansas City, KS
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently work as a assistant preschool teacher. I would be willing to provide tutoring services and childcare.
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is a delight to work with! My sons (ages 11 & 13) trust her & consider her a part by of our family.
She is a responsible driver & is trustworthy to get my boys to their activities safely & on time.
I hope to keep her in my employ but know she's looking...
Andrea P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loyal, and determined!
I like working with kids because I enjoy learning from them. I love the perspective kids give me and it fills my heart to help them in anyway I can and to care for them and love them.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to grow as a person while creating...
5.0
"Jessica is so sweet. My kids absolutely love her! I feel blessed to have found such a great babysitter. "
Whitney B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Kate, I'm 27 years old, and I have a bachelors degree in psychology. I have a big family, I am from a small town, and I love to travel. I have been doing behavior therapy with kids with autism for about 4 years now, and I am looking to switch up my schedule a bit so I don't get burnt out.
I have experience...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kate was a nanny in our home for almost 5 months until I moved she was always on time and even came early if ever asked very dependable and my 9 month old daughter loved her very neat and caring she's great anyone would be lucky to have her as a nanny !!"
Nonie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hello :)
My name is Logan and I am a wedding filmmaker in Kansas City. I love my dog (Boots), vintage RV's, road trips, iced tea, long walks, and human connection. I spend most of my time editing wedding projects or daydreaming about one day owning a victorian home in the country with my dog.
I have provided senior care...
Logan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Logan cared for my wife during her last battles with ovarian cancer, chemo, operations, and home hospice and was there with us at the end. I cannot begin to tell you what a joy she was to work with, kind, caring, thoughtful, a great companion for my wife and...
Doug J.
Rebecca B.
Kansas City, MO
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there :) My name is Rebecca and I am 23 years old. I'm currently a licensed insurance agent hoping to go back to nursing school. I have one brother who is 19 and I have always loved helping people. I am pretty frequently involved with any service opportunity that has ever caught my eye. I have been babysitting the young...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca babysat my three daughters for occasional date nights. They loved when she watched them! She is fun and dependable and we were sad when she moved away for college!"
Erin A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final...
Sallie B.
I have been the go-to pet sitter for my family, friends, and others since I was in high school. I have an absolutely enormous love and passion for animals and nature. I have experience with a wide variety of pets. My family has been rescuing and fostering animals for many years.
I have experience with geriatric animals,...
Liza can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking & more
Tiah T.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I worked at a daycare for four years during my undergrad. I worked at a children's psychiatric hospital through Saint Luke's for four and half years during my Master's. I just recently graduated with my Master's in Counseling and I specialize in Play Therapy. I work at the Child Abuse Prevention...
Tiah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tasanee D.
Kansas City, MO
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have one fur baby of my own her name is Diva! She is a pit bull and the sweetest dog there is. I love animals and am looking for extra work aside from my nanny job M-T 8:30-4pm! I provide walking service and animal sitting.
Tasanee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kendall S.
Kansas City, MO
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Kendall and I was a pre-school teacher for about 2 years during my time earning my Bachelor's degree in Health and Wellness Medical Studies from the University of Oklahoma. I then attended Texas Woman's University where I earned my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy. I am a certified and licensed OT who works in...
Kendall can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I live in Prairie Village and work remotely, so I have a bit more time in my schedule and can perform tasks such as wait for deliveries at homes, pet sit, laundry, etc.
I have 10 years of experience working in everything from the legal field (Attorney in KS and MO) to retail services.
I can help with any personal assistant...
Alviner T.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
A Residential House Cleaner with over 5 years of experience, specializing in customer service, house cleaning services following safety regulations.
Alviner can also help with: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning & more
Making Homes Sparkle, one room at a time! I am a Professional Residential/ Commercial/ Business House Cleaner with a little over two years of experience, specializing in customer service, house cleaning services, client relations, and safety regulations. I interact with clients, coordinating project schedules to meet deadlines...
Tamia can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
I am currently working on my masters degree in marriage and family therapy. I have a bachelors degree in early childhood development and have worked with children ages 1-3 throughout my college years. I have also worked for an early head start program as a home visitor with prenatal mothers and infants to age 3 years for the...
Lynee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
H! My name is Alex. I'm a certified personal trainer looking to fill early morning and later afternoon hours in between my clients. I have 10 plus years experience working with animals from dogs and cats to horses and chickens.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing and maintained a 3. 9 GPA...
H! My name is Alex. I'm a certified personal trainer looking to fill early morning and later afternoon hours in between my clients. I have 10 plus years experience working with animals from dogs and cats to horses and chickens.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing and maintained a 3. 9 GPA...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shelly and I have been providing excellent childcare and family assistance services for over 20 years. I have provided a wide range of services for newborns to teenagers, focusing on individual growth and development of proper social skills.
Shelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Hello, my name is Meagan, I am new to the Care. com community but well established in the world of child care and household management! I've been a nanny for 13 years and have been in love with the profession since. I have worked in households, nannying services, and classrooms(infant classroom all the way to pre-k). Toddlers...
Meagan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah J.
Prairie Village, KS
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am currently an occupational therapy student at KUMED. I have a lot of free time on my hands, and I love to clean! I'm an avid organizer and love to keep things tidy.
Sarah can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Kansas City, KS
Alyssa P.
5.0
Alyssa is a delight to work with! My sons (ages 11 & 13) trust her & consider her a part by of our family.
She is a responsible driver & is trustworthy to get my boys to their activities safely & on time.
I hope to keep her in my employ but know she's looking for more child-care opportunities....
- Andrea P.
Jessica G.
5.0
Jessica is so sweet. My kids absolutely love her! I feel blessed to have found such a great babysitter.
- Whitney B.
Kate A.
5.0
Kate was a nanny in our home for almost 5 months until I moved she was always on time and even came early if ever asked very dependable and my 9 month old daughter loved her very neat and caring she's great anyone would be lucky to have her as a nanny !!
- Nonie B.
Logan M.
5.0
Logan cared for my wife who had dementia and was bed fast. Logan helped with bathing, feeding, meal preparation and companionship.
Logan was delightful and always eager to help. My wife and family adored her. Logan was always dependable and always notified ahead of time if something came up. She’s...
- David L.
Rebecca B.
5.0
I love her ! She is great with my kids . Hope she stays forever.
- Damonic S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Kansas City, KS
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Kansas City, KS?
To find a therapy dog near you in Kansas City, KS, 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 Kansas City, KS?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Kansas City, KS is $19.00 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 Kansas City, KS?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Kansas City, KS. 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 Kansas City, KS receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Kansas City, KS, 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 Kansas City, KS help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Kansas City, KS, 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.