Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Melbourne, FL
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Melbourne, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Melbourne, FL
I have worked in hospitals, SNF, home care, hospice, and physical therapy facilities. My experience is a wide range, from trauma/ICU to patients just needing a few hours of companion care. I have heard of schooling and continue to keep up with the latest trends in healthcare and psychology. I have studied psychology, behavioral...
Stacey can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I provide dog/cat/pet sitting in your home or dog walking services. I have grown up with a dog, a cockapoo that we've had for 10 years now, and generally just love dogs of all ages and sizes. I have experience walking, taking out, playing with, and feeding dogs while family friends have been away I hope I can help you out!
Avery can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Julia B.
Melbourne, FL
$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate Nursing Student Offering Reliable Pet Sitting Services
Passionate student with a heart full of love for our furry friends! With a flexible schedule, I'm here to tailor my dog-sitting services to meet your furry friend's needs at any time. Whether it's daytime walks, playtime in the afternoon or evening cuddles, I'm ready to accommodate and ensure your pets feel loved and cared for...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking
Jamie M.
Melbourne, FL
$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home and dog walking services. I have dog sat and house sat many times before and can provide references. I have owned two guinea pigs and two dogs before. I love all animals. I cannot afford my own pet currently, I will treat your pets like they are my own. I have nannied for families with cats...
Jamie can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Kalee R.
Melbourne, FL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I recently moved to Auburn to work full time in physical therapy at a local rehab center and absolutely love it!
Kalee can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Very experienced empty nest mom of 3 now young adults w/ASD. Experienced & trained to work w/special needs, medical fragile, special diets, allergies, OT & Speech Therapy, ABA, CBT. Can help w/light cooking & cleaning, grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, home school, crafts, play games, etc. Decades of experience working as...
Stacey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Stacey is amazing with children. She cared for my three young boys from the age of infant twins and a two year old older toddler brother. She read to them, made healthy meals and snacks and even helped potty train all of them. She took them on community outings...
Care member
5.0
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Hi, I'm Steph! I have a dog and 2 cats, I've worked with In Home Pet Services of Patchogue, watching, walking, feeding and loving my clients precious pups and cats, as well as casual, on the side pet sitting. I'm a huge animal person but if you have a dog, I'll instantly fall in love! Any questions please feel free to ask and I...
My name is Avery and I am currently in graduate school studying occupational therapy as a student at the University of Florida! I am flexible, patient, and trustworthy. I have 2. 5 years of experience caregiving for a lady with cerebral palsy, and I have 6 months of experience working with patients 60+ years of age for my...
Avery can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Amber G.
Melbourne, FL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Ms. Clean at your service!
I'll be your favorite helper that can organize and clean like a dream! Tidying can also be included with child care as additional services :)
Amber can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
Amber O.
Melbourne, FL
$12/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as adventurous, disciplined, adaptable, organized, practical, resourceful, and reliable.
I like working with animals because I enjoy getting to help them with a service that they could not do themselves and to make a difference in their lives.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible!
I started...
Amber can also help with: Pet sitting
Nicole H.
Melbourne, FL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Nicole. I am 27 years old and I have a bachelor's degree in music education and vocal performance and a master's degree in speech language pathology. I have taught music to children in grades K-12 and provided speech and language therapy to children and adults. I am enthusiastic, creative, and organized. I love kids...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hi!!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and kind.
I like working with kids because they remind me of the magic all around us. I love to foster and nurture the experience of being a child. Ensuring that children get to learn and grow both intellectual and emotionally is one of my biggest passions. I think...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
4.0
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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I secure a challenging and responsible position that will allow me to utilize my care-giving experience. I provide a sincere and heartfelt care to my patients, like I would to my own family.
Experience:
-Elderly caregiver
-Transferring patient from bed to wheelchair, to auto, to shower and etc.
-Helped them with toilet...
Roselle can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification, visiting physician
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is priceless and fantastic."
Marlyn P.
David R.
Melbourne, FL
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am new as a senior caregiver. I established Okeechobee Senior Services ( a live in adult home) many years ago and part of that development was to create a manual for operations of the center. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care, meal prep . Can talk about specifics.
David can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Jessica P.
Melbourne, FL
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica :) I'm new to the Melbourne area! I'm available weekday evenings and occasional weekends! I have 4 years nanny/babysitting experience with children ages 1-12. A little about myself I have my BS in Clinical Psychology from UCF. I'm currently certified as a Registered Behavior Technician providing ABA...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is a fantastic babysitter for my toddler son. She is actively engaged while watching him and every time I come home he is smiling and laughing. She is very reliable and also flexible in her schedule. Overall, she's very genuine about her passion for...
Sondra S.
Kim F.
Melbourne, FL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Kim,
I am a professional home cleaning and organizational specialist with competitive rates. I provide additional specialty cleaning in tandem with my standard services at additional rates, which may be calculated at the time of provided services. If you have any questions beyond what is listed, you can contact me...
Kim can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"I couldn't be happier with the house cleaner, Kim. She's been an absolute pleasure to work with! Kim's attention to detail is absolutely remarkable, and it has made a world of difference in the cleanliness and organization of my home.
From the very first cleaning...
Ryan C.
Jessica P.
Melbourne, FL
$16-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jessica :) I'm new to the Melbourne area! I'm available weekday evenings and occasional weekends! I have 4 years nanny/babysitting experience with children ages 1-12. A little about myself I have my BS in Clinical Psychology from UCF. I'm currently certified as a Registered Behavior Technician providing ABA...
Hello! My name is Avery and I'm currently in graduate school for occupational therapy at the University of Florida. I began babysitting in middle school and have continued to do so ever since. I have watched a range of ages, from a 7-month-old I recently nannied, up to 11 years old, and just about everything in between. I have...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Carol L.
Melbourne, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I am easy-going and flexible. Household management is my super power! :)
Carol can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced In Home Support Services professional. Driving, running errands, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, meal prep, freezer meals, cooking, pet care, shopping, etc.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Melbourne, FL
Stacey A.
5.0
Stacey is amazing with children. She cared for my three young boys from the age of infant twins and a two year old older toddler brother. She read to them, made healthy meals and snacks and even helped potty train all of them. She took them on community outings often to parks, beaches, libraries,...
- Care member
Roselle S.
5.0
Roselle & Flore are an amazing team! I highly recommend them! They are professional, helpful, knowledgeable, and so very caring. I will definitely hire them again.
- Janelle W.
Jessica P.
5.0
Jessica is a fantastic babysitter for my toddler son. She is actively engaged while watching him and every time I come home he is smiling and laughing. She is very reliable and also flexible in her schedule. Overall, she's very genuine about her passion for watching kids and my son always loves...
- Sondra S.
Kim F.
5.0
I couldn't be happier with the house cleaner, Kim. She's been an absolute pleasure to work with! Kim's attention to detail is absolutely remarkable, and it has made a world of difference in the cleanliness and organization of my home.
From the very first cleaning session, it was clear that Kim took...
- Ryan C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Melbourne, FL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Melbourne, FL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Melbourne, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Melbourne, FL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Melbourne, FL is $18.31 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 Melbourne, FL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Melbourne, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Melbourne, FL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Melbourne, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Melbourne, FL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Melbourne, 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.
Ratings for Melbourne, FL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Melbourne, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.