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Priya A. says "Samantha was extremely professional, punctual and formed a great bond with our son while caring for him. As a first timer taking sitting services, I was...
See profileSamantha B. says "Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is."
See profileLauren G. says "I have hired Deborah on many occasions for care of my dog. For daily care, and overnite, as long as 5 days. Deborah moved into my house to care for my...
See profileCaroline S. says "fabulous & reliable - my kids and golden retriever loved her!"
See profileAmanda F. says "We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she...
See profileAdrian W. says "Emma was fantastic looking after my 2 year old boy while I went to work. When she arrived, my son immediately took a liking to her. While I was gone she...
See profileDavid J. says "Very dependable, hard working and overall a great person. Would highly recommend her. "
See profileKelly M. says "Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was...
See profileCare Member says "I am a first time mom so finding someone I was comfortable with as well as my daughter (1 y/o) is really important. Regina fit all of my requirements...
See profileCynthia M. says "Teresa cleaned our home for about a year now and is consistent and works hard. She is dependable and communicates well if a schedule conflict arises. I...
See profileSasha R. says "I hired Akia to provide assistance to me following surgery. She provided wonderful care following the surgery and anticipated my every need. It was such a...
See profileEliana J. says "Malya is amazing! We hired her to care for our 11-month old son. She has sat for us on several occasions and each time things went well. Our son who is...
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60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $19.80/hr as of June 2025
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To find a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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.
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Riverdale, MD is $19.80 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.
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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.
When you hire therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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.
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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.