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Walker And Sitter

Akron, OH

from
$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am available for services like dog walking, pet sitting, and feeding/cleaning litter boxes while the owner is away. I have several cats and dogs of my own!
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Hey There!

Akron, OH

from
$12/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm an avid animal lover. I have provided dog sitting and dog walking services before. As long as they are friendly to new individuals, I'm more than happy to help take of them! I'm more than happy to assist with bathing, light grooming, feeding, etc.
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Pet Care

Akron, OH

4.9(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
My passion in life has always been to surround myself with animals. There is nothing more I would rather be doing than to be caring for them in some way. I love them all, but I have a real soft spot for the seniors and animals with special needs. Your pets will always be my top priority while in my care, and always be treated...

Rylee A. says "Beth was fantastic with my two kittens. They were so happy when I came back from my last minute trip. She sent me updates each day and even brought them...

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Akron, OH

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
With both children starting school in the fall, I am a stay-at-home mom seeking opportunities to fill my available time. I offer dog walking, feeding, and medication administration services.
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Pet Experience

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hey there!!! I have provided pet sitting services for families consisting of dogs, cats and bunnies. I come from a family that owns three dogs, chickens, rabbits and ducks. Very pet oriented and love animals! I am looking to help care for your animals whether it's house/pet sitting or taking your animals on walks! (:
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Akron, OH

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a former special education teacher at Julie Billiart. I have experience working with and teaching kids 8 weeks to 12 years old in a day care setting, as a nanny, and in schools. I am currently in grad school working on my doctorate in occupational therapy.
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Fun, Caring And Compassionate

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I haven't personally worked with elders in their homes, but I used to work in a physical therapy private practice office as a PT aide and I worked with many older people between 55-85 usually. Worked them through their exercises, in and out of pool. I really enjoyed working with elders.
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Akron, OH

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
Hi, my name is Darlene, and I'm excited to offer pet sitting services through Care. com! I've always had a love for animals, and I understand how much trust it takes to let someone care for your furry (or feathered) family members. I have hands-on experience caring for dogs, cats, and small pets, making sure they get the...
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In-home Childcare

Akron, OH

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$11/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi my name is Abbie. I am a momma to a bubbly 2-year-old boy and have many years of childcare experience babysitting children of all ages prior to having my son. I am an occupational therapist that works part time and feel that this may be a potential opportunity to help out other mommas. I am looking for part time, occasional,...
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Akron, OH

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$23/hr
5 years experience
I am currently about to graduate from the University of Akron. I was a cheerleader all 4 years and my major is Criminal Justice. I am currently looking for some extra work while trying to get on my feet. I have nannied and I have pet sat + cleaned! I am very good with children and pets, I have a dog of my own named Luxe! I am...
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Pet Caregiver: Loving, Reliable, Flexible

Akron, OH

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Tanya, and I truly enjoy caring for animals and making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while their families are away or busy. I know pets are part of the family, and I treat them with the same attention and affection I would my own. Services I Offer: Dog walking (short or long walks, depending on your...
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Akron, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a state licensed active nursing assistant of 19 years, I have many years experience caring for elderly/rehab patients within all levels of care. Alzheimer's/Dementia experience, hospital equipment such as lifts, oxygen, beds. Caring for patients within Activities of Daily Living such as transfers, showers, dressing,...
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Mature And Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Akron, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
for 25+ years while raising my children, as well as many others. After returning to the work force, I was employed with Summit County . They are all current at this time and I am able to show proof of that. . Upon realizing that Summit County would be slowly closing their doors to services of our individuals, I made the...
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Sparkle Cleaning

Akron, OH

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$49/hr
1 year experience
We offer personalized and high-quality house cleaning services, designed to meet the specific needs of our clients. We are committed to excellence and attention to detail to ensure that your home is clean, organized, and safe. For more information about our detailed cleaning services, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are...
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Errands

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Dependable worker, no regrets. I have great deal to work to your satisfaction in providing best services.
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Happy And Helpful Tutor

Akron, OH

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
Reliable tutor willing to provide nanny services throughout the week. Also a passionate and dependable babysitter for occasional work.
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Part Time Tutor

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$55/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was a special education 1st grade teacher in Akron. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Intervention Specialist with highest honors from Ashland University. I am state certified to teach general education PreK-5th and special education PreK-3rd. I am currently in graduate school earning my doctorate degree...

Christina L. says "She is very kind and her teaching style has really helped my daughter improve her reading skills. She is very patient and on time!"

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Childcare Provider

Akron, OH

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$11/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
This profile is no longer active, I have another profile on here! I have pictures of my services but I will be logging into another profile.
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Great Times

Akron, OH

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 4 years of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I would like the opportunity to work with you.
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Akron, OH

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Offering pet care services! Animal lover with a shepherd/husky mix and 3 kitties ! Play time, walks, snuggle time and clean up !! Please reach out with any questions! Thanks, Tera
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.81/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.8

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Akron, OH

To find a therapy dog near you in Akron, OH, 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 Akron, OH is $18.81 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 Akron, OH. 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 Akron, OH, 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 Akron, OH, 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.

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