Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Columbia, SC
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Find therapy dogs in Columbia, SC that you’ll love
89 therapy dogs are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Columbia, SC
Brooke A.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr
Hello! A Residential House Cleaner with three years of experience, specializing in customer service, house cleaning services, project tracking, and safety regulations
Brooke can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
Shanta S.
Columbia, SC
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Shanta, a certified nursing assistant (CNA) with a passion for working with children of all ages. My experience includes serving as an assistant teacher at a daycare and working as a behavior technician specializing in ABA therapy. I deeply enjoy connecting with children; they are my greatest passion. I bring...
Shanta can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Grace B.
Columbia, SC
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am looking for summer work as I'm concluding my Master's of Social Work. I have been an overnight summer camp counselor for six years and have specialized in working with children in schools and in trauma therapy for the past 2 years through my Master's program. I approach childcare with flexibility and creativity. I love...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Twanda P.
Columbia, SC
$18-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Have worked in child development services and gleams head start program al was a foster parent for department of social services for about 5 years and was a single parent of 3 I also had a in home daycare for a couple of years before becoming a CNA and phlebotomist for about 6 months
Twanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
Jules W.
Columbia, SC
$12-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Jules Sophomore At The University Of South Carolina Exercise Science Major
I started working with kids in high school since I took a child development class allowing me to work in a preschool. I taught and made lesson plans and learned about how children develop and the best ways to teach them. I continued working with kinds every summer since I work as a counselor in summer camps and was a nanny for...
Hello! I'm a professional House cleaner and organizer I also work as a house keeper and offer many different services such as
Standard Cleaning
Deep Cleaning
Empty house Cleaning
Organization Cleaning
Please message me to see all the information and a detailed description of all my services. If you have any questions...
Hannah can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting & more
Autumn R.
Columbia, SC
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Autumn and I just graduated from The University of South Carolina this past December with a bachelors degree in Exercise Science. I work as an aide at The Therapy Place, teaching kids with developmental and cognitive disabilities, including autism. I have also worked at a pediatric PT and OT clinic. I love...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Autumn was great babysitter, she had a lovely style with the children, they enjoyed their time with her. We would be more than happy to engage her again."
Christopher S.
Hello!
My name is Kelly. I am a 43-year-old single
mother to a 12-year-old son and I have
always been passionate about helping
others. My strengths include personal
care, memory care, meal prep, light housekeeping, medication management, companionship, laughter therapy, errands, transport, pet care and more. I have...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
Jayden J.
Columbia, SC
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have done these services and more for multiple families. I would love to help you out in any way possible.
Kassandra S.
Columbia, SC
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a dedicated and nurturing childcare provider with over five years of experience, I am passionate about children's growth and development. My background includes working as a certified nursing assistant, which has given me valuable experience in healthcare and physical therapy. I believe in the importance of outdoor exercise...
Kassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
My name is Shanelle, and I graduated from University in May 2021. I double majored in psychology and criminology. I am SUPER energetic, fun, and loving when it comes to children. I absolutely love children, and children love me. I have several years of experience with caring for children. I am comfortable around animals, and I...
Shanelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love animals so I figured why not offer services to give me the chance to hang out with some doggies.
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking
Felicia W.
Columbia, SC
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience with developmental disabilities and the elderly population. I love serving them and have great references. I am able to assist with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping.
Felicia can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello! My name is Kamera. I'm an educator that has worked with children professionally for the last 10 years in the Columbia area. I worked at an elementary school for 4 years and owned and operated an in home childcare service for 5 years. I've maintained a level B, ABC Qualify level rating and have received 0 citations. My...
Kamera can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Thorough and detail-oriented. Comfortable around pets. General housekeeping and organization. Other services negotiable (ie: light lawn care, gardening)
Kelly can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
5.0
(2)
I have more than 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I love working with the elderly population.
Deloris can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Deloris worked for my elderly parents taking care of my mom in the afternoons. She is a joy to know and was a wonderful help to our family. She's dependable, kind, and loving. She took great care of my mother and was an encouragement to both of my parents."
Laurin A.
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation also dressing / grooming or even companionship.
Navasia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care
Nicole P.
Columbia, SC
$17-25/hr
I am not a professional but I love to clean and tidy up. I understand things happen, so being able to provide this service helps me leave a positive impact.
Nicole can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
Samone B.
Columbia, SC
$20-24/hr
Hello! Are you tired of spending your weekends cleaning instead of enjoying time with family? I specialize in providing top-notch home cleaning services tailored to your needs.
Samone can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
Stephanie T.
Columbia, SC
$15-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Stephanie. I've worked for delivery services for about three years doing grocery shopping or delivering food. I'm very used to running a few errands here and there and look forward to being able to assist!
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Columbia, SC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Columbia, SC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Columbia, SC, 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 Columbia, SC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Columbia, SC is $15.76 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 Columbia, SC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Columbia, SC. 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 Columbia, SC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Columbia, SC, 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 Columbia, SC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Columbia, SC, 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 Columbia, SC therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Columbia, SC are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 89 listed therapy dogs.