Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Columbus, OH
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Find therapy dogs in Columbus, OH that you’ll love
200 therapy dogs are listed in Columbus, OH
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Columbus, OH
Jill's Buddy Camp, a summer camp for preschool kids with special needs, was my first instance of working with special needs kids and fostered the development of my love for special needs kids. My love continued to grow when I started job shadowing at a music therapy group and got to volunteer at BRAAC which specialized in...
Jennifer G.
Columbus, OH
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(53)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a caring, compassionate, and dependable caregiver with experience in Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and hospice care. I am knowledgeable and familiar with operating Hoyer lifts, feeding tubes, medication IVs, catheters, suction machines, catheter changes, wound care, and assisting with routine physical therapy...
Jennifer can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Our time with Jenn, though only a few weeks, has been great. She fit in immediately and went right to work making herself a trusted member of our team.
She is personable, thoughtful and kind. She has anticipated our needs and made us more prepared.
She is...
Care member
Jaiana M.
Columbus, OH
$24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Throughout my Highschool years I often babysat for toddlers usually everyday after school. They were always brought to my house so l have no experience in someone else's home. I love pets as well as helping seniors and making them feel safe. A little cleaning therapy never hurts, no problem with that. If I had to describe myself...
Jaiana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hello! My name is Lauren, and I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 7 years. I have worked as a nanny, a behavioral specialist for children on the autism spectrum, a teacher, and a speech therapist.
I have my Bachelors degree in Communicative Disorders (speech therapy) and Masters in Education....
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I volunteered at a women and children's center and helped the kids with their homework and reading assignments.
Sovilla M.
Columbus, OH
$25-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a licensed practical nurse since 1997, with 15 years of experience providing home health care to seniors and children. During my career I have provided care to people who used feeding tubes and hoyer lifts. Also, I have administer medications and oxygen therapy, assisted with personal hygiene tasks, performed...
Sovilla can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Sovilla is such a kind, dependable caregiver. She is a great communicator and was so helpful to my aunt (who is a senior struggling with a number of very serious health issues). I would recommend Sovilla to anyone for her reliability and her kind, generous heart....
Kate J.
Mercedes M.
Columbus, OH
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Reliable, Professional Pet/House Sitter In Clintonville!
Hello!
I am new to Clintonville (Columbus, OH) & loving it so far! I am offering up my services as a House/Pet Sitter. I love working from somewhere new each week, and changing up my schedule. I nannied through college, and have since been on app picking up odd jobs as a House/Pet Sitter. I run my families logistics company...
Mercedes can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I am Sarah, a caring and dedicated service provider. I have cared for people through meals on wheels and voluntarily taking those in need on errands or to appointments. Being a direct service provider currently and working with intensive needs through my job as an Intervention Specialist, I am comfortable and confident in...
Sarah can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Alexis D.
Columbus, OH
$15-20/hr
I have not recently been paid for odds and ins services but I have done things like this for my mom, my job, and other family.
Hello everyone, I am offering my home cleaning services at very affordable prices I appreciate in advance the trust you place in contacting us to clean your home
We offer any type of cleaning that you need for offices, houses, apartment, buildings..
We charge, depending on the time that would take hourly
Feel free to ask any...
Guadalupe can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Greetings!
I live in Columbus, Ohio
I am a dependable empty nester who has a lifetime of experience as an errand runner. I have delivered to seniors, as in the role of their caregiver, children, family, friends and neighbors. I truly appreciate the opportunity to meet the needs of those who benefit from my services. I have had...
I have been working as STNA for over 10 years. I have worked with private patients; in nursing home and rehabilitation hospitals. I enjoy my job very much. Any help that I can provide for my patients to make theirs lives a little easier is usually the best part of my day. I had worked with young and senior population and every...
Mansata can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hallie S.
Columbus, OH
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Hallie and I'm excited to work as a caregiver. I recently graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor's degree in Women's Studies and a minor in Sociology. I am also CPR & First-Aid certified!
In the past, I've had the opportunity to tutor children and participate in music therapy programs....
Calla F.
Columbus, OH
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I grew up helping my mom around the house and fell in love with cleaning. I worked multiple service jobs throughout high school and picked up many cleaning techniques.
Calla can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Amaya S.
Columbus, OH
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience working in Alzheimer's unit nursing homes along with working in-home services. I like to treat who I work with as if they were my own family members.
Amaya can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I am currently a graduate student at Walsh University pursuing occupational therapy. I am home in Columbus for my clinical experience at OhioHealth Rehab center. I will be working a full 40 hour week; however, I am available to babysit at night and on the weekends. I just finished my first clinical...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Several years of experience in customer service and one year of experience as a receptionist. I am friendly, organized, efficient, and reliable. And will work hard to meet your various needs.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Do you need Trustworthy, Reliable, Professional, and Experienced caregiver?? I am blessed to enjoy a career as a private caregiver for over 14 years.
I have extensive experience in caring for patients with Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Terminal Illness, and End-of-Life Care...
Gertrude can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Ms. Gertrude takes wonderful care of my grandmother with severe Alzheimer's disease. We would not be able to keep her at home with us without Ms. Gertrude's care. We are so incredibly thankful to have her! I highly highly recommend her for anyone whose loved one...
Care member
Nour A.
Columbus, OH
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience providing exceptional cleaning and organizational services. My work focuses on maintaining a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for every client. I'm skilled in a variety of tasks, including deep cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and general housekeeping duties.
I pride myself on my attention...
Nour can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Anna F.
Columbus, OH
$20-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey! I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience at The Ohio State University. I have a flexible schedule and am able to accommodate to your specific requests.
Childcare
I have experience working with children of various ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. I strive to create an engaging and nurturing...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Columbus, OH
Jennifer G.
5.0
Jennifer has been absolutely amazing. I hired her to help my mom with various odds and ends that she has trouble doing anymore, and my mom has been absolutely thrilled. Jennifer is very friendly and thoughtful, super organized, very detail-oriented, patient, and hardworking. They have done all...
- Care member
Sovilla M.
5.0
Sovilla is an amazing caregiver!! She is most attentive to my mothers every need!! She is kind.....loving.. ...and very helpful...a true treasure!! We don't know what we would do without her!!!!!!
- Diane W.
Gertrude G.
5.0
Getty has a wide range of skills from her many years of experience. She is dependable, kind and compassionate, and completes all tasks asked of her. She has excellent skills in regards to using a bedpan given challenges with my specific setting. I would highly recommend her to others.
- Marilyn S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Columbus, OH
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Columbus, OH?
To find a therapy dog near you in Columbus, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Columbus, OH?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Columbus, OH is $18.96 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 Columbus, OH?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Columbus, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Columbus, OH receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Columbus, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Columbus, OH help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Columbus, 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.
Ratings for Columbus, OH therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Columbus, OH are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 134 reviews of the 200 listed therapy dogs.