Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in South Saint Paul, MN
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60 therapy dogs are listed in South Saint Paul, MN
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 2 years
Therapy dogs in South Saint Paul, MN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A lovely, gracious, and well-mannered person with exceptional ethical principles, family values and a record of providing quality child care service to children of different age groups and backgrounds.
A friendly individual who is eager to continue her career in childcare as a nanny.
Seeking a full or part-time position in...
Leticia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leticia F was very sweet and engaging with the kids. They had a blast. We’d definitely hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work full-time as a nanny, which has been the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences I've had in my life. I have worked with the same family since 2016, so I have been a part of hugely significant life events for both the 8-year-old and 4-year-old children I work with. From working closely with a child with...
5.0
"Ellen is punctual, works well in family environment, extremely caring & loves our daughter, Z., who cannot feel pain, fed by g-tube & basically needs 24/7 care. Ellen works well under high stress situations & communicates well with us! She's excellent & part of...
Victoria L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Andrea I have over 20 years of experience caring for children. I am 35 years old and live in Burnsville MN. I am completely comfortable with cats and dogs. I have two dogs myself (a black lab and a cavachon mix). I am a Realtor, Sales Manager working remotely and I nanny when I can. (usually evenings/wkends)...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea was outstanding with our girls, we'd highly recommend. We had her here a few different days. She helped us feel comfortable and was very punctual and easy going. Thanks Andrea!"
Grant F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families,
I provide a wide range of assistance to seniors and their families. I specialize in providing support and strategies for individuals and families navigating serious illness related to Alzheimer's and other dementias. I work with individuals and families from diagnosis through to palliative care, helping to...
Katie can also help with: Specialized care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Katie is absolutely amazing in every way. Katie has a heart of gold and sincerely LOVES helping people in anyway that she can. Katie is always kind and considers others needs first. Katie is a coach and will encourage growth and out of the box thinking. Katie is...
Anne S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated and compassionate childcare provider with a sociology degree from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Drawing on my academic background and hands-on experience, I bring a unique understanding of child development. Fueled by a genuine passion for children, I create a safe, nurturing environment where kids can...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a great tutor who has the best sense of humor. She understands diversity and acknowledges how to help people regarding what you need."
Care member
Katharine K.
Minneapolis, MN
$45-49/hr • 9 yrs exp
Tidy Care Kate: Premium Housekeeping And Organizing
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love to create clean, calm, tidy homes with deep cleaning, light housekeeping, tidying, organizing, laundry care, plant care, gardening and meal prep. I'm happy to take on projects.
Detail-oriented, flexible, and *super-reliable*, I use eco-friendly cleaning products, organic essential oil, an anti-allergen sealed HEPA vacuum...
Katharine can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Katharine did cleaning, painting, meal prep and special projects. She is 100% reliable and a joy to work with. She really cares about meeting our needs. I recommend her without hesitation."
Care member
Victoria R.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time Days, Nights And/Or Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My child care career started about when I was 16 years old at a child care center in a hospitality service. Soon after, I began babysitting regularly for professional families throughout Westchester county, Century city, Culver City, Marina Del Ray, etc. I have held two nanny positions. One special thing that makes me stand out...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great sitter! My boys loved spending time with Victoria. We'll be sure to use her again and others should too."
Alixon C.
Alison O.
Hopkins, MN
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a graduate student at UND in occupational therapy. I grew up with dogs and cats. I have experience dog sitting here in Grand Forks for families. I love animals and would love to help you out!
Alison can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Ana M.
Minneapolis, MN
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Children are my favorite people. I am child and family therapist looking to supplement my therapy practice through nannying and animal care. I bring over 10 years of experience and enthusiasm to working with children and a passion for child development and supporting developmental differences.
Ana can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi!
I'm Anna I'm 23 years old and I live in Minneapolis. I love animals and have a dog and a cat of my own. I love being outside going for walks and enjoying the weather when I can. I am currently in an occupational therapy assistant program. I would love to take help take care of your pets!
Anna can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding & more
Megan B.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-30/hr
Hi! My name is Megan. I am a graduate student in the Occupational Therapy program at the University of Minnesota. I love dogs and have had two of my own dogs that I have cared for.
Megan can also help with: Boarding
Helena H.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Helena! I am currently attending the University of Minnesota for Special Education and Occupational Therapy. I come from a home with a dog and horses, as well as paid experience with dog-sitting. Looking forward to a summer filled with new, foreign experiences!
Helena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training, pet transportation
Alison O.
Hopkins, MN
$28-32/hr • 7 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist And Experienced Senior Care Provider
Hello! My name is Alison. I have a doctoral degree in occupational therapy and a bachelor's in rehabilitation and human services. I currently am a licensed occupational therapist and work in a public school district (available during breaks and summer as well!). I have 5 years of experience working at a group home for...
Alison can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up on a farm taking care of all sorts of animals. I have spent my fair share of time taking care of cows, pigs, chickens, digs, cats, you name it. I am currently a physical therapy graduate student at CSS and am looking for side jobs taking care of animals while their owners are away near Minneapolis/Edina!
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I am Charlie. I have had five dogs now, and trained two for therapy and hospice care, and to do dog sitting. I have had many happy customers since starting a few months ago. I am newly divorced after 30 years. I do flowers, and work at a liquor store PT as well.
I live in Mound and have a fenced yard. My dog Jackson, a...
Charlene can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have worked with children with autism, ADD/ADHD, and Down Syndrome at a child care program. Along with this, I have worked with a variety of special needs children at an internship at a pediatric Occupational therapy clinic. I am very passionate about working with children with special needs and that being the reason why I am...
Hey there! I'm Sarah. I'm available for part-time pet care services throughout the summer. I have been a dog owner for many years and have had experience in walking, running with, playing with, and feeding multiple kinds of animals. In addition to dogs, I have experience with: kittens, fish, and turtles. I have owned dogs such...
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there! My name is Grace, and I am offering walking and sitting dog and cat services! I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls. I grew up in a house full of animals especially cats and dogs. I now have a 2-year-old black lab and a 4-year-old tabby cat who I adore!
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am available 3 days per week. I'm flexible.
I began working with children by teaching swimming lessons during high school and college. After graduating in 2010 I worked as a Behavior Therapist doing in home and in center therapy with children with autism. I have several years of experience working with toddler and preschool...
Tacy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
I have been working with children since 2003. I began as a lifeguard and a swim instructor. I have also been working with children with autism full-time since June of 2010 as a behavior therapist doing Applied Behavior Analysis therapy. I am most familiar working with children 2 years to 10 years old.
I am passionate about...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in South Saint Paul, MN
Leticia L.
5.0
Leticia F was very sweet and engaging with the kids. They had a blast. We’d definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Ellen W.
5.0
Ellen is punctual, works well in family environment, extremely caring & loves our daughter, Z., who cannot feel pain, fed by g-tube & basically needs 24/7 care. Ellen works well under high stress situations & communicates well with us! She's excellent & part of our family!
- Victoria L.
Andrea K.
5.0
Andrea was outstanding with our girls, we'd highly recommend. We had her here a few different days. She helped us feel comfortable and was very punctual and easy going. Thanks Andrea!
- Grant F.
Katie H.
5.0
We hired Katie to provide care and companionship for my elderly mother-in-law in the months leading up to her transition to a memory care facility. Katie's understanding of dementia and best practices for caring for people with memory and cognitive issues is truly extraordinary. She treats her...
- Heather M.
Caroline A.
5.0
Caroline was friendly and got along immediately with our 4 year old son (who doesn't always take to strangers!) She kept him engaged and playing and he asked when she could come back again! Responsible, punctual. I will hire again!
- Carolyn S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in South Saint Paul, MN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
To find a therapy dog near you in South Saint Paul, MN, 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 South Saint Paul, MN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in South Saint Paul, MN is $20.25 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 South Saint Paul, MN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in South Saint Paul, MN. 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 South Saint Paul, MN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in South Saint Paul, MN, 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 South Saint Paul, MN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in South Saint Paul, MN, 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.