Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Washington, DC
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Find therapy dogs in Washington, DC that you’ll love
254 therapy dogs are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Washington, DC
-organized in handling my job
-understand clients need and give services with passion
-Polite and courteous
-Certified in Home care service and CPR
Muluwork can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I would love to be a great helper to anyone I can. I enjoy making people laugh, getting to know their stories. I am a great listener. I chose this job because in some ways it allows me to put my degree to use. I am also an artist and will encourage my clients to use art to express themselves (Art Therapy). It is freely created...
I have over 10 years of experience in housekeeping, hospitality and customer service. These are my areas of expertise. I am hardworking, honest, caring, compassionate and easy to talk to and work it. My goal is to provide top notch quality service with a smile.
Vicki can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
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Can provide Services needed include: transportation housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands, and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. In addition Certified Safe Medication Administration.
Mekiya can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, transportation, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Mekiya to help my dad as he was going through chemotherapy and she did a great job. She was very communicative, caring, and helpful. She drove him to appointments, was always on time, and was very supportive of him and my family. I would definitely...
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Detail-oriented and dependable housekeeping professional with a commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly environment. With years of experience, I have developed strong skills in cleaning, organization, and customer service. I am dedicated to ensuring that every space I care for is spotless, welcoming, and comfortable. My...
Dina can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Asia L.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Asia, a reliable pet sitter with a passion for caring for cats and dogs. With years of experience, I ensure your pets are happy, healthy, and well-cared for when you can't be there.
Services:
Pet Sitting: In-home care to keep pets comfortable and stress-free.
Cat Care: Feeding, litter box cleaning, playtime, and...
Asia can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following standards and procedures, maintaining security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nitrate. Supporting patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving...
5.0
"Mekiya is professional, caring, considerate and always looking out for the best interest of her patient. I was blessed to have her care for my sibling. "
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ryan, and I am an occupational therapist (licensed in DC, MD, and VA), a disability advocate and a content creator. I graduated in 2021 with a Master of Occupational Therapy and am currently working full-time at an assisted living facility. In addition, to being an OT I am the founder and a content creator which is a...
Catherine W D.
Washington, DC
$17-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. light house keeping, medication reminder, help with bathing, grooming and dental hygiene, trained in Alzheimer and Dementia support groups
Catherine W can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Paula M.
Washington, DC
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi families!
I have quite a bit of experience with children in the DC area :) With two years of experience caring for children ages 7 months to 11 years old.
I can do ocasional or one time babysit. Also I'm looking for a Live-in Nanny position! (If you're interested)
This is a little about me:
As a friendly and approachable...
Roza S.
Washington, DC
$29/hr • 8 yrs exp
I like caring for seniors because I like help people
I'm looking for a job that home Healthe aid major with home care morthan 8yeares experience with maintainin safe secure and healthy patient environment by following support patient by providing housekeeping and laundry service
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Roza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, live-in home care, hospice services
Hello! I'm Elisa, a dedicated and detail-oriented cleaner with over 6 years of experience in creating spotless and inviting spaces. I take pride in my work and am committed to delivering exceptional cleaning services tailored to your specific needs.
I am specialized in:
-Residential Cleaning: From deep cleaning kitchens and...
Elisa can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
Hello! My name is Claire, I am 25 living in DC looking for a full time nanny position! I have been working with children for about 5 years now. I started in a daycare working with the 2-year-olds and after about a year I moved to the infant room. I worked in the infant room for about a year as well. Working at the daycare was a...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Xiomara C.
Washington, DC
$25-39/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am proactive and very responsible loving kind person. I have more than 5 years of experience with children, especially with babies and toddlers. (I have experience with potty training, and creation of activities for cognitive, social, speech and motor skills development) I like to draw, sing dance and I enjoy being able to do...
Xiomara can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very smart and a good worker "
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Washington, DC
Mekiya A.
5.0
Highly recommend Mekiya. I required a driver and attendant for an outpatient surgical procedure for the day, which I anticipated would be a short one. Mekiya was very responsive and proactive in communicating with me. On the day of my surgery, she arrived promptly and got me to my appointment early....
- Care member
Mekiya A.
5.0
I am writing to you on behalf of a wonderful caregiver and person, Mekiya. Mekiya is one of the most diligent, hardworking and caring employees that I have had the opportunity to work with. Mekiya was a lead caregiver for a patient who I served as a Power of Attorney for over the last year. During...
- Mmuna A.
Xiomara C.
5.0
She is very smart and a good worker
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Washington, DC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Washington, DC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Washington, DC is $22.34 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 Washington, DC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Washington, DC. 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 Washington, DC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Washington, DC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 100 reviews of the 254 listed therapy dogs.