Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Ellicott City, MD
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Find therapy dogs in Ellicott City, MD that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Ellicott City, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Ellicott City, MD
Maria R.
Jessup, MD
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time House Keeper With 10+ Years Of Experience + Brings Own Supplies
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been housekeeping for over 10 years and have done a variety of jobs ranging from office cleaning to general housekeeping. I am passionate about my job because I want to ensure the my client's homes are left spotless so that my clients feel satisfied and comfortable.
*Besides the services listed, I can also clean after...
Maria can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Maria did a fantastic job cleaning my apartment, she is very punctual and pays attention to detail."
Amando R.
5.0
(1)
Hi. My name is Maya & I have been working with children for almost 3 years now. I truly love being in childcare. I have a Bachelors Degree in Family & Human Services and I am currently working on my Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education at Towson University. I also have 6 months of Nannying experience with a child with...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was so nervous to leave my premature daughter while I work over night. Ms.Maya was so sweet and kind. She kept me updated through the night and day. She sent pictures and she follows every direction throughout! I would highly recommend her! "
Care member
Chelsi C.
Baltimore, MD
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Owner Of Mother Hustler Cleaning Co. I Was "Maid" For This!
5.0
(3)
I am an individually owned & operated cleaning service, Mother Hustler Cleaning Co. located in Bowley's Quarters and serving the surrounding Baltimore/Carroll/Harford Counties. Licensed, insured & fully COVID vaccinated. I offer residential and small office cleaning, as well as, organizational services. I provide my own supplies...
5.0
"Does a great job! And the price is perfect."
George D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am a doctoral student at Towson University studying Occupational Therapy. I hope to become a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and work with children with disabilities after I graduate. I have 10 years of experience working with children as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, school aide, etc. Much of...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madeline was a teacher for a child with special needs in a program that I run. Madeline worked with a student with Autism, who was new to our program. Madeline immediately formed a bond with the student. She was able to modify activities to best suit her...
Michele P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Julie. I am a recent Towson University alumni and I am currently living in Columbia MD. I have worked with kids from ~7 weeks-16 years old for the past 9 years. I am looking for a nanny position in a kind and loving environment in my area! I am now also offering dog-sitting/ house-sitting services as well. I...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julie did an amazing job caring for our 2 young boys. She provided pick-up from school/daycare, played with them after school, and fed them dinner. Very punctual in picking them up, and responsive when I asked for updates She is an excellent driver and my kids...
Ashley B.
5.0
(1)
DISCLAIMER; available for date night and one time jobs needs. I currently have a full time job & available weekend only.
I'm 23 years old. I'm a driven, energetic, & creative person with 8 years of experience caring for kids. I've worked with ages 6mo to 15. I know a proficient amount of ASL and spanish and currently a...
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Abbey is amazing! She is wonderful with kids and pets. She is punctual, responsive, and is comfortable doing things like giving kids medication, making dinner, bedtime, etc. I recommend Abbey 100%!"
Lauren M.
4.9
(23)
Hired by 43 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my names is susan. I will like to offer you my service I'm experience in housekeeping. Available with flexible hours and weekends if necessary. I like having the opportunity to clean thoroughly and make sure everything is organized and tidy. I provide deed cleaning. Am hard-working, respectable and responsible. Am pet...
Susan can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Hiring Susan was the best decision I ever made. I can't believe how much she helped me. My house doesn't look the same! I don't know how she got the cat hair off the floor! Highly recommend!!!"
Carole D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since age 12. My love for children and their happiness, wellness, and healthy development run deep.
I am often described as sweet, patient, charismatic, and attentive. I was on honor roll throughout grade school, graduated, and began college at the age of 16. I began nursing school shortly after and then...
Cache can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Caché is SO sweet, easy-going, and personable. She works very well with children. I appreciate her attention to detail and willingness to follow the flow of our family. Anyone would be lucky to have her!"
Jasmine J.
Valerie W.
Baltimore, MD
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
I have 30 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing, cooking, light cleaning. CNA certified was working in different hospitals decided to go on my own. can work any hours you need
Valerie can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very passionate and caring about the people she supports. A hard worker and dedicated to the care of her clients along with a wonderful personality."
Care member
Debra L.
Columbia, MD
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dietitian/Food Service Management Fun Sitter And Smile Creatot
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 Plus years experience with seniors. Cooking meals according to dietary requirements. Perform Daily grooming including bathing , dressing , toileting needs. Light housekeeping as needed . Companionship I love spending time with seniors and supporting their daily needs. Shopping and run errands.
Debra can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Debra was a nighttime caregiver for my father recovering from a stroke. She had previous experience working with brain injury survivors and was very kind and patient with my dad. He enjoyed conversations with her and she took great care of him. She has great energy...
Gaby C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a rising college senior at Morgan State University with well over 15+ years of caregiving services. I am the oldest girl of 2 younger sisters, was a summer camp counselor for 5 years in high school (North Point) for a local performing arts company, as well as have experience providing care to the elderly. I am a...
Serenity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Serenity was prompt and immediately came in with a warm and welcoming smile. I love how she contacted me prior our scheduled time to confirm availability and assure my husband and I we would have nothing to worry about. She even took pics and sent them which...
Vandaliah A.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have 4 years experience in childcare, working in a center with children ages 8mos-12 years. I am now offering services to family's in need of a full time sitter. I am willing to complete errands, light house duties, meal preparation, homework help, summer care, before and after school carpooling, and occasional weekends...
Keshawn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"That's she love kids she really nice "
Michelle P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always taken pride in keeping my space organized. I would be glad to assist families and individuals in keeping their space organized as they have busy schedules. Providing the services will help me to reach my financial goals, as well as help others to be more efficient in their work and home lives.
Nigel can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Nigel came through for me in a pinch! He was very respectable and make sure he did as much as he could in the amount of time he had available it was a great help to me!"
Sonjala W.
4.4
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
(One time jobs only) Hi! I am an occupational therapy assistant and on the side I babysit. I have watched children for the past 11 years including children 2 weeks old-13 years as well as children with special needs. I attended school at the University of Mary Washington as well as St Catherine Univ. I graduated in April with my...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley was a wonderful sitter for my kids. She was patient with me as I kept missing our scheduled phone calls due to work. She was communicative and punctual. She was awesome with the kids, they loved her. When they got up the next morning they immediately asked...
Katie V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. CNA/Respiratory therapy. Very passionate about providing care. I can work individually as well as in a team. Great listener and very patient especially with kids. I have raised my younger ones, nieces and nephews and loved every part of the journey. Give me a...
Sidony can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Sidony is an extremely caring and friendly person who loves children. She is punctual, trustworthy, and is always willing to help. Sidony has a lot of experience as a caregiver for children as well as the elderly and disabled. She is flexible and an extremely hard...
James F.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a well experience housekeeper, detail oriented, reliable, accountable and very organized. I'm available to help you in your cleaning needs. I know you will be please with the kind of work you will receive because I like to do it with the best of my abilities and at the same time you are being such a great blessing in my...
Claudia can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Claudia regularly comes to clean my home and I am thrilled with her work. She is communicative and consistent and thorough. My tubs really sparkle! I have also found her to be flexible when things come up, or I need to reschedule. She's lovely to work with,...
Elizabeth B.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Elena (25yo). I am open minded, very compassionate, hard working & I think outside the box. I have certification for pediatric CPR, First Aid & AED use. I have loved caring for children for as long as I can remember. I'm comfortable with all ages & have tons of experience in different settings.
I currently have open...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elena was sweet and very accommodating. I was in town for a short vacation, and needed a sitter during a work meeting. She was very kind and responsive, and my son loved her. Definitely recommend!"
Care member
Jordana L.
Baltimore, MD
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am pleased to have been a professional nanny for approx. 6 years but have been working other positions the past three. I have worked with children from 2-8 years old in full-time positions. I worked at a farming summer camp seasonally as a 24/7 camp counselor and survival skills teacher focusing on bushcraft and...
Jordana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jordana is passionate about caring and nurturing for others. She communicates in a clear, yet gentle way. I would recommend her to care for a child of any age, she's a fast learner and adapts well to pretty much any surrounding."
Mariah L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified CNA. I am skilled and trained to help with daily life activities, I encourage independence and day to day life skills. I like to keep my clients spirits up and in a happy mood I love doing different activities with my clients like art, exercises, also puzzles, board games etc. I have experience with dementia and...
Carenda can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Carenda was fantastic! Very pleasant, helpful, and highly skilled. She would be an asset to any family."
Martin L.
5.0
(10)
After supporting both parents who lived with dementia for more than one decade, I pivoted my career and went into aging and dementia services creating and implementing innovative programming including dementia fitness at the Y, memory cafes, Dementia Dialogues at the local library, and online support groups. I love older...
Emily can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Emily is a warm, caring person who is hard working, knowledgeable and ready to help in any way she can. My husband and I have benefited tremendously from the programs that she led. Even after we moved out of the area, we have continued to attend online the groups...
Mary K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Ellicott City, MD
Maria R.
5.0
Maria did a fantastic job cleaning my apartment, she is very punctual and pays attention to detail.
- Amando R.
Maya R.
5.0
I was so nervous to leave my premature daughter while I work over night. Ms.Maya was so sweet and kind. She kept me updated through the night and day. She sent pictures and she follows every direction throughout! I would highly recommend her!
- Care member
Chelsi C.
5.0
Does a great job! And the price is perfect.
- George D.
Madeline M.
5.0
Madeline was a teacher for a child with special needs in a program that I run. Madeline worked with a student with Autism, who was new to our program. Madeline immediately formed a bond with the student. She was able to modify activities to best suit her student. She knew how to bring the best...
- Michele P.
Julie D.
5.0
Julie did an amazing job caring for our 2 young boys. She provided pick-up from school/daycare, played with them after school, and fed them dinner. Very punctual in picking them up, and responsive when I asked for updates She is an excellent driver and my kids haven't stopped talking about her....
- Ashley B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ellicott City, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Ellicott City, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ellicott City, MD is $21.08 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 Ellicott City, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ellicott City, 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.
Ratings for Ellicott City, MD therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Ellicott City, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.