Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chester, MD
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Chester, MD
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Chester, MD
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up with two dogs who were sisters. They were German shepherd lab mutts named Sunshine and Shady that we found on the farm. I was responsible for fur grooming, feeding, walking, nail trimming, teeth brushing, bathing and cleaning up any messes. As an adult, I rescued, raised and trained a pitbull puppy that I found in...
Tori can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
I have 7 1/2 years of experience caring for children with special needs. My son had a severe form of epilepsy so most of my experience is first-hand. I am comfortable with seizure monitoring and the administration of medication orally, rectally, and via g-tube. I have years of experience with respiratory therapy (not...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a career nanny as well as a mother. I have a son who will be 2 in March and I am due to have a baby girl in February 2024. looking for future care that could work for both parties.
I have multiple years of experience as a nanny and babysitter. I have also worked other jobs such as managing and customer service, but...
Mandy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children loved Mandy. She was punctual, polite and played with the kids. When we came home, she was engaged with the children and not glued to a device."
Heather W.
I provide pet sitting and other services such as dog walking, feeding, and bathing. I have two dogs and a cat of my own. I have always grown up around animals and love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Olivia can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Amber B.
Queenstown, MD
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I was employed as a social worker in Adult Services and Adult Protective Services in the busy county of Prince George's. I did assessments and served as a liaison within the community for my elderly and disabled clients. This included medical care and prescription management. I have also attended many trainings which helped...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, respite care & more
Patrick V.
Annapolis, MD
$25-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Man Who Cares - Companion Caregiving - Companion Care/Personal Assistant
With over 10 years of Hospice and Respite experience, I have cared for people with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Alcoholism, Lou Gehrig's (ALS), failure to thrive, Dementia and many forms of cancer. Just to name a few. I believe we can tap into a source of peace within an individual and support quality of life for all involved. My...
Patrick can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Amanda J.
Stevensville, MD
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I get to be on their level. Kids are wonderful, and they enjoy most when their parent or caretaker is on the floor playing with them.
I'm looking for a job that is a great fit for the child(ren) and for myself. One that works well with the schedule I have for my own children.
I have been...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Johanna M.
Grasonville, MD
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible And Fun Part-time, Evening And Weekend Care Provider
My experience caring for those with special needs started at an early age. My sister had a brain injury as an infant and throughout my life she has taught me to be patient, responsible and dedicated. I volunteered with disabled adults and children throughout high school and college and most recently was a full time nanny for a...
I started caring for seniors when my grandmother retired, she raised me and I wanted to be the person that took care of her so I got my first caregiving job and put myself through CNA and GNA classes.
In my spare time, I like to be a mom I have a4-year-old toddler, and he keeps me busy
One thing you should know about me is I...
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
Lindsay R.
Annapolis, MD
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Local Professional And Former Teacher Happy To Help With Your Child Care Needs This Summer!
I am an Annapolis local and a professional currently working a lighter schedule for the summer months and therefore I am open to assisting with your child care needs, including mother's helper services, running errands, etc.. I have prior classroom teaching experience in addition to many years of experience babysitting,...
Lindsay can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Very Conscientious, Dependable Child Care available for busy families! Non smoker, and very comfortable with pets! Very active individual!
Kerri can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
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Hi there! I am Starr, a 24-yr-old college graduate that loves animals! I provide cat and dog sitting, check-ins, and walks. I have worked with both cats and dogs since I was a child. I grew up on a farm so I have been around many different kinds of animals. I currently have two cats that I care for. I am very active and love...
Starr can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"She took great care of my cats, on short notice when I had to visit out of state family."
John K.
5.0
(1)
I love animals. I have had pets all my life I do drop-in visits/ walks/ overnight stays while you are away. My services include, nail cutting, walking, taking them to a vet, and just having fun playing with them. I love all types of animals from mice to horses. This is my full-time job. while I'm dog sitting I'm also out and...
Donna can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Donna is a very trustworthy person. She stayed at my house for a week and i came home to pets fed and my house in order. She played with and was very patient with them. I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Jessica M.
Diane P.
Pasadena, MD
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN Available To Serve Your Pets Needs With TLC Available For In-Home, Overnight Care, Or Last Minute
5.0
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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a RN who loves animals even more than people. I have 2 dogs and 3 cats myself and would treat your fur babies like my own. As a child I had a pet walking service and have been called on by friends, family, neighbors and their referrals to take care of their pets for vacations and such. I have owned many different animals...
Diane can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Diane was extremely responsive to our ad which was reassuring looking for someone short notice. She gladly accepted to meeting our dogs beforehand and was so kind to them. She sat for them overnight and updated us constantly which made us feel better being away...
Jaime D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 11 years of medical experience as a Nurse doing bedside hospital care for private institutions and 10 years of home care. My experiences includes caring for clients with dementia. I am CPR certified, also able to perform vital signs and check blood sugar levels. I can take your family members to doctor appointments or...
Patrice can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Patrice takes her job very seriously as well as being an excellent care giver.
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Patricia G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Adriana and I am a professional housekeeper who has provided quality services to the Easton community for over 12years. I am passionate about my work and will always provide professional services. I am great with pets and all homes, big or small.
Adriana can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Adriana is a pure delight to work with and extremely dependable. She will always be our first choice to care of our home, whether it be cleaning or taking care of our pets. She went out of her way to meet our demanding schedules and quickly learned what was...
Matthew P.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a friendly, energetic, and responsible professional with 5+ years experience in working with people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities. My previous work experience includes providing in-home supports and services to a diverse group of clients with activities of daily living. I have training and...
5.0
"Jeremy is a dependable and compassionate Caregiver to Individuals with Special Needs."
Millie M.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Marissa! I attended Towson University and obtained a BS in Family and Human services (with my specific track being in services to children). I started babysitting at 13, I've had experience as a camp counselor, have had an internship with youth aging out of the foster care system and working at a school for children with...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marissa has exceeded all our expectations in terms of reliability, communication, responsibility, and most important of all, the peace of mind knowing she is taking great care of our son. They have formed a close bond and having Marissa as our nanny has been a...
Sarah D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a fun, loving, and dependable caregiver. I have 10+ years of childcare experience with 3 years of Elementary & Special Education coursework and internships. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Family & Human Services. I am CPR & First Aid Certified (pediatric and adult)
I will be on leave from March 15th to May 15th, 2024...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison helped us at the last minute when our childcare fell through. Our daughter loved her. We highly recommend Madison."
Kara I.
5.0
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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with over 30 years of experience working with children from birth to high school. I provide individual attention to child/children in the comfort of their own home. I provide a caring, nurturing, stable and stimulating environment for your child/children to enhance their development. I provide...
Antionette can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"From the first day Antionette (Miss Mia) worked with us, she immediately put my mind at ease. We hired her for our 3 month old daughter, and she has been with us for nearly a year. She is punctual, dependable, and polite. She is amazing with with our daughter,...
Emily K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chester, MD
Mandy M.
5.0
We recently hired Mandy to watch our boys while my husband and I had a night out. Mandy was responsive with her messages making it easy to review the details of our post. She arrived early and was very friendly. We were able to enjoy the evening knowing that our boys were in good hands.
- Kelly H.
Starr C.
5.0
Julia was great with my dog Molly! I was finally able to start leaving her alone for longer periods of time after hiring Julia. It made such a difference in Molly's behavior getting a walk in during the day. I enjoyed the daily picture I'd get from Julia and Molly out on the walks!
- Abby L.
Donna F.
5.0
Donna is a very trustworthy person. She stayed at my house for a week and i came home to pets fed and my house in order. She played with and was very patient with them. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
- Jessica M.
Diane P.
5.0
Diane stayed with our two dogs at our home and took great care of them. We were able to enjoy our week away and not have to worry about if our dogs were taken care of. She sent pictures and videos and always updated me on how they were doing. Our dogs loved her and we would hire her again...
- Krissy M.
Patrice V.
5.0
Roughly 2 years ago my family hired Patrice V to assist/care for my parents after my father had emergency heart surgery. My mother just wasn't able to provide the care that my father needed. Upon exploring our options and numerous interviews we chose Patrice V. Patrice has surpassed all...
- Jesse S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chester, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Chester, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Chester, 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 Chester, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chester, MD is $15.00 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 Chester, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chester, 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 Chester, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Chester, 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 Chester, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chester, 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.