Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Bethesda, MD
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Find therapy dogs in Bethesda, MD that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Bethesda, MD
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Bethesda, MD
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, bubbly and supportive!
I like working with animals because it feels like a kind of therapy for me. I love being able to give my full attention to a little one who needs it! They're also just really sweet and that's always a plus, of course. I have 3 cats and 4 dogs of my own and I love...
Iris can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Katherine L.
Bethesda, MD
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I love working with animals and have over 10 years of experience training service dogs for guiding eyes for the blind. I also have worked on multiple farms so a familiar with a large variety of animals.
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming & more
5.0
"Katie stepped in at the last minute to watch our dog. We had a unexpected death in the family and had to leave out of town. She was very responsive and sent pictures while we were away. She really made this process easy. Ace came home well rested and happy. We...
Shawna G.
Erica P.
Bethesda, MD
$25-30/hr
Have a dog and two cats. Experience with caring for all pets 6+ years. Walking and sitting services available.
Erica can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with animals as a child when we had various dogs, cats, fish, ducks, lizards, and pigs.
I've had my own dogs since graduating from college, and the first dog I adopted is 15 years old now.
In my spare time, I like to go for walks with my dogs, work with service dogs in training in Boyds, MD, and volunteer as...
Katheryn can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am an incoming sophomore student at the University of Vermont after graduating from Walt Whitman High School last year. I am a psychology major, and I would like to work with kids in group and individual therapy in the future. I absolutely adore kids and have a lot of experience with them: I have...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very friendly, great with our son and dog! Punctual and courteous. Proactive in confirming the appointment when the site mistakenly cancelled the booking, ensuring that we weren't left without childcare for the night. Highly recommend her!"
Katherine K.
Hello pet lovers! I'm Erica, your friendly neighborhood dog lover and experienced pet care provider. I offer top-notch dog walking and boarding services to ensure your furry friends are in safe and loving hands.
Dog Walking:
Does your pup need a break and some exercise during the day? I'm here to help! I'll take your...
Tess F.
Bethesda, MD
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from Davidson College with around 5 years of experience nannying. I also have professional experience teaching a classroom of children a literacy-based curriculum, and have most recently worked in a clinic administering therapy to children ages 2-6 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. I can help with...
Tess can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sydney S.
Bethesda, MD
$30-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have experience babysitting since 2017 and have spent the last 3 years helping care for a middle school aged boy. I am currently studying psychology and focusing within the study on childhood development - I hope to finish school fully and help children who could use therapy as a stepping stone into adulthood. I am able to...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Donna W.
Bethesda, MD
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Donna! I Have Over 4 Years Of Hands-on Experience In Childcare.
Hi! My name is Donna, and I have over 4 years of hands-on experience providing childcare, senior care, and household services. I've cared for newborns, infants, toddlers, and older kids, and I love keeping things fun and engaging with crafts, tutoring, and even helping with school pick-ups and drop-offs.
In addition to...
Donna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
My name is Musu. I am a very pleasant, compassionate, punctual and caring person. I am an LPN with 17 years of experience in pediatric and geriatric nursing. I respect one's religion, beliefs and their wishes. I am skilled LPN offering expertise in ventilators, tracheotomy suctioning and care, wound care, J-Gtube feeding and...
Musu can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Musu was wonderful. She is a very competent nurse and is able to take care of any medical needs. She is very dependable and fun and easy to be with. I felt very safe leaving my mother in her care and would not hesitate to hire her again. "
Care member
Clementina S.
Bethesda, MD
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 24years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. Help with shopping preparing and serving meals, assisting patient with personal hygiene.
Clementina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Shari D.
Bethesda, MD
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Shari D. I live in Chevy Chase DC .
I have 3 years experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation.
Laundry, grocery shopping, light cleaning, companionship.
Shari can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shari is an incredible caretaker who goes above and beyond to provide care for my family. She has handled light house keeping and kept our house in order. I plan to hire her again. "
Care member
Fatemeh B.
Bethesda, MD
$14-25/hr
I am ready for any help. I worked in different positions that included all services that I mentioned I am ready to do.
Fatemeh can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands
Before studying as a nursing assistant I went to nursing homes to provide my service, after graduating I worked in a geriatric hospital and also did independent shifts caring for the elderly
Estefany can also help with: Dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Hello,
My name is Matt. I am a former special education teacher, with over three years working with students with disabilities. My former job involved managing a team of 9 students with moderate to severe disabilities, mainly those with autism. My team and I helped draft IEP's, create objective goals, and help our students...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a youthful retiree who still wants to work! I spent 12 years caring for my mother, with dementia, and found that I love being a caregiver and would like to offer my services to other families in need. . I am in good, strong health, I have a 2021 Subaru for transport to appointments or to run everyday errands, I love animals...
Sidney can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"I'm proud to say that I've known Sidney for decades.
I witnessed first hand, the full-time care she gave her mother in her final years, as she provided medication, hygiene, and feeding, following a stroke and decline. The apartment was always spotless and...
Barry W.
Florence Z.
Bethesda, MD
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have more than 6 years experience. I also have hospital experience . I can help with Transportation Services, Dementia's patients, and, medications etc. Passionate and love to take care of individuals in needs.
Florence can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
I'm currently seeking a part-time position where I can help keep your home running smoothly and efficiently. I already have another part-time job in the afternoons, so I'm available to assist you during the mornings and early afternoons.
I offer a range of services, including running errands and grocery shopping, as well as...
Tanny can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning
Canela B.
Bethesda, MD
$17-22/hr
Ive worked in hospitality and childcare before. Including babysitting full time and floater teacher at a pre-k. I've also worked in food service, evaluation assistant and library assistant. I'm able to organize, clean and take care of children and speak with guests or anyone needed as well! I'm also fully fluent in Spanish
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Bethesda, MD
Katherine L.
5.0
Katie stepped in at the last minute to watch our dog. We had a unexpected death in the family and had to leave out of town. She was very responsive and sent pictures while we were away. She really made this process easy. Ace came home well rested and happy. We couldn't thank her enough watching for...
- Shawna G.
Jessica M.
5.0
Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it if she babysat him again. Win!
- Olivia K.
Musu O.
5.0
Musu was wonderful. She is a very competent nurse and is able to take care of any medical needs. She is very dependable and fun and easy to be with. I felt very safe leaving my mother in her care and would not hesitate to hire her again.
- Care member
Shari D.
5.0
Shari is an incredible caretaker who goes above and beyond to provide care for my family. She has handled light house keeping and kept our house in order. I plan to hire her again.
- Care member
Sidney B.
5.0
We hired Sidney (Cathy) in Spring 2022 as a home aide for my sister who has Early-Onset Alzheimer's. Cathy provides many supports. She helps my sister take her medication, makes her meals, takes her on neighborhood walks, grocery-shopping, and any other errands that are needed. She is amazingly...
- Megan M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Bethesda, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Bethesda, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Bethesda, MD, 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 Bethesda, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Bethesda, MD is $23.50 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 Bethesda, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Bethesda, MD. 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 Bethesda, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Bethesda, MD, 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 Bethesda, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Bethesda, MD, 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 Bethesda, MD therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Bethesda, MD are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.