Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Virginia Beach, VA
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Find therapy dogs in Virginia Beach, VA that you’ll love
138 therapy dogs are listed in Virginia Beach, VA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Virginia Beach, VA
Brooke C.
Virginia Beach, VA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Brooke, I am currently a graduate student studying Occupational Therapy at Shenandoah University. I absolutely love dogs I currently have a 2-year-old Doberman Pinscher. I am looking for part-time work to make some extra money while I am still in school.
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Allison C.
Virginia Beach, VA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Dog Walker/Sitter/Lover Seeking An Early Or Late Morning Position!
Hi there! I am an active 23-year-old experienced dog walker seeking a morning position. I have experience walking up to three big dogs at a time. I am comfortable with all breeds and sizes. Aside from my experience as a dog walker and sitter, I have spent over 100 hours volunteering at a therapy dog training school. I am a huge...
Allison can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting & more
I have a 3-year-old pitbull and I have been working with a trainer for the past year for him to be a therapy dog. So I believe I am qualified to teach basic commands. I also love cats and reptiles, I have no experience with reptiles, but I've always wanted to have one. I grew up with horses and love to be around them and I am...
Denise can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi! I am a Senior at James Madison University studying Speech Therapy and Audiology. I have a 2-year-old orange cat named Nugget and I am obsessed with him. I fully understand that a pet is your child! I will be in Virginia Beach from June 19th- August 20th!
Kadijah J.
Virginia Beach, VA
$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! For the last 8 years my field of work has been with special needs individuals. Previously I was a Special Ed teacher serving middle and high school students (13 - 22yo). I do in-home behavioral therapy (3- 10yo). I am part of an amazing local non-profit that services individuals with autism with sports, arts, music and...
I have a great deal of knowledge about caring for pets based on my life experiences. I had pets all throughout my childhood, and am currently a proud mom to two rescued American Staffordshire terriers and one rescued tabby cat. I love dogs of all sizes and breeds! I have experience caring for dogs of all ages - my current pups...
Catherine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Childcare services:
Start at $20/hr + $5/hr per additional child.
My grandmother ran an in-home day care for longer than I've been alive and so I grew up helping her and developed my own love for kids that way. I have worked with all sorts of families consisting of big to small, working with neurodivergent kids, LGBTQ+ children,...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"We hired Amber as we needed temporary childcare as we waited for a daycare spot to open up for our 4 month old daughter. Amber was able to come to our house and take care of her when I went back to work. She was great with our daughter, who even at a young age was...
Brianna M.
Former associate at Pet Supply Company that was purchased by PetSmart. Enjoy caring for all pets especially cats and dogs.
Robert can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Madison A.
Virginia Beach, VA
$14-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've been around animals my whole life including dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, and more. My family has done rescue services for dogs in our area, as well as helping animals around the neighbourhood. I've worked on a farm with animals such as goats, chickens, ducks, birds, ponies, and pigs. I've loved animals my whole life.
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
I've had experience with taking care of multiple different animals. Between dog walking , watching exotic animals. It's a joy to care for animals to me as well as I have my own pets.
Madisol can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Mary G.
Virginia Beach, VA
$10-15/hr
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of two dogs, and two cats. I walk the dogs at least 3 times a day when I am at home, and I like to think they are pretty happy dogs. No, I haven't done a dog sitting service before, but I like animals, and I like exercise. I would love to care for your precious fur babies! I would like to do it from your house,...
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I am an animal lover and although I am without previous paid experience I have had pets for most of not all my life. I'm offering dog walking and pet sitting services at your convenience.
I can also provide pet taxi services if you need transportation for your fur babies.
Want your fur baby to be sort of your big day, but can't...
I have always had dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, and even a bird! I have a natural love for animals and my first major in college was Environmental science - with a concentration in animal biology. I later changed that however, to human services and psychology. At the moment, I have a dog and a cat. I am looking for something to do...
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hello, pet parents! My name is Emily, and I am a pet parent of a domestic short-hair cat of three years. I grew up caring for my family's pets, which include 4 cats, 3 dogs, 2 bunnies, and even lizards. I have pet-sit on multiple occasions, providing medication aid services, bathing and grooming, companionship, exercise, and...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I am an experienced childcare professional with years of experience working as a nanny and with kids preK-17, at-risk youth, children with mental illnesses, and disabilities (DSM-5/ABA therapy). Great with pets, happy to help out with any plants or light housework as well!
Erin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Carli C.
Virginia Beach, VA
$12-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Carli , and I'm an animal lover with over 8 years experience. I was a well-known local pet sitter in the small town I moved from. I started my own services to petsit and walk animals. The animals I've worked with range from cats and dogs to oxen on a farm. Contact me if you're interested in letting me help out...
Carli can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Elizabeth F.
Virginia Beach, VA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been caring for pets my entire life. As a dog, bird and fish owner in my early years and watching other peoples pets in my adult life. I enjoy feeding them, boarding them, taking them for walks and giving them all the love I can as well as ensuring that they have a happy safe time as long as I am around. I am pet CPR...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! I am a speech-language pathologist who has worked in multiple assisted living and independent living facilities for the past 6 years providing speech therapy services to the geriatric population. I have gained great experience working with individuals with dementia and their families, in all stages of the disease, and...
Kayla can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Melissa. I have a grown son who started off very low functioning and is now very high functioning adult. I have been through just about every different type of therapy including being the caregiver to make the daily routine care happen.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, all. I have 2 years of cleaning for residential services, such as Cottage Care and MaidPro. My goal is to extend my services to the area and provide exceptional service to you and your family :)
Aliyah can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, general room cleaning
5.0
"Aliyah J is very professional and passionate about what she does. Customer service is too notch! I would recommend her service without hesitation. I've requested her service on a regular basis for two of my family members and we all are very pleased with her...
Velvet W.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Virginia Beach, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Virginia Beach, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Virginia Beach, VA, 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 Virginia Beach, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Virginia Beach, VA is $17.95 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 Virginia Beach, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Virginia Beach, VA. 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 Virginia Beach, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Virginia Beach, VA, 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 Virginia Beach, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Virginia Beach, VA, 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 Virginia Beach, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Virginia Beach, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 84 reviews of the 138 listed therapy dogs.