Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chicago, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
746 therapy dogs are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Chicago, IL
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Welcome to my profile and thank you for considering my services!
I'm Anthony, and I graduated as a Mechanical Engineer from Marquette University. I currently work as a design engineer and love all of STEM. I tutored my peers in all subjects throughout my schooling, making me an excellent choice as a tutor. I can tutor STEM at...
Jessica F.
Chicago, IL
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pre-School Teacher Who Is Bilingual In French And Loves Children!
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jessica.
I am a graduate of New York University, currently working as a French Instructor in a Private Preschool. I am punctual, energetic, and responsible. I am interactive and love to do crafts, go outdoors, and play games! Children are absolutely my passion and I do my best to make activities fun and...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Jessica via Care.com. I was a little concerned to hire anyone via this platform as I had never done so before, but Jessica not only made me feel super comfortable knowing my son was safe, but she exceeded my expectations. I had just started my first job as...
Christine E.
I've always had an adoration for nurturing the young minds of our future, which led me to become a childcare provider. With working at a kids playground establishment and volunteering in youth programs, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for your child/children
I am currently...
Kevianna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! How are you?
I'm a professional cook and have previously worked as an Au Pair. I graduated from culinary school in 2019 (Institute of Culinary Education). Cooking is my passion and I'm looking to transition out of the restaurant business to in-home personal chef and home management.
I'm interested in meal-prep,...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Tatiana. I have 15 years experience with nannying and 8+ years that included House Management and Personal Chef Services. I have always gotten so much joy caring for children and being an integral part of your family's function and growth. I am currently seeking a part time position and would love the opportunity...
Tatiana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong driver and took our kids on fun excursions all over the...
Care member
Nicole C.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr
I'm your go-to person for running errands. With my experience in organizing and multitasking, I can efficiently handle all your errands and tasks. Whether it's grocery shopping, picking up dry cleaning, or dropping off packages, I've got you covered. I'm reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing excellent service....
5.0
(2)
I am a creative and considerate caregiver with COVID vaccines, reliable transportation, and CPR/First Aid Certification. I have 10 years of experience, caring for children 2m-12years, and have kept animals for many years and also offer pet sitting services. I have managed households of up to 4 children working through homework...
Celeste can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"The BEST decision you can make is to have your kiddos in the care of Celeste. Celeste tenderly cared for my daughter from ages 3 months to 8 months, and throughout that time they were stupendously reliable and considerate of our needs and desires, caring and...
Care member
I'm an energetic, compassionate woman with caregiving experience located in downtown Chicago. I'm college educated with excellent communication skils, sense of humor, cooking and organizational skills. Desires companion/assistant position for senior woman, man or couple in Gold Coast, River North or Streeterville. I enjoy the...
Carolyn can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
Hellooo!! My name is Ariel and I'm currently 21 years old :) I'm a sophomore in college study, I'm offering child/senior care as well as household services.
I've been babysitting for family/ friends since I was 15, caring for ages 2-12 years old. My responsibilities included planning fun activities for the kids,...
Ariel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Looking to help assist family or individual with organization, cleaning, errands, meal-prep, returns/exchanges. Have had years of experience with childcare (family of 5 children) and cleaning/errand services as well! I love organizing/tidying up and will go the extra mile! I am very active and love to travel! I have a very...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
I am open to grocery shopping, light housekeeping, carpool, swim supervision, food/meal prep, watching up to 4 children. I am looking forward to working with your family and getting to know all of you! I have had 5 years experience with combined experience from nannying, being a site aid through Ivy League Kids, along with...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Liudmyla. I am an experienced housekeeper with more than 15 years of experience. I can sweep, mop, scrub, dust, wax and polish furniture, window cleaning, furnishings, equipment. Clean and disinfect bathrooms, including tub/showers, bedrooms, sort, wash and unload laundry. Remove soiled and contaminated...
Liudmyla can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, kitchen cleaning & more
I have been responsible for administering pet services and maintaining a fun and safe environment for my client's pets. My primary responsibilities include walking, feedings, and supplying medical treatments as needed. I can do overnight care at clients' homes. I will maintain a routine for pets ensuring a stress free,...
Claire can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Isabelle M.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I have had many years of experience working with animals. I have looked after my own pets before as long as my neighbors or families I nanny for. I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I absolutely love working with animals and they seem to enjoy my company too. I have walked, fed, and cleaned many animals and I would...
Isabelle can also help with: Pet walking
Lindsey H.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lindsey, and I'm excited to offer my babysitting and nannying services. With over three years of hands-on experience in childcare, I've developed a genuine passion for working with children and supporting their growth and development.
I've had the pleasure of caring for kids of various ages, from infants to...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dmariae B.
Chicago, IL
$18-49/hr
While I may not have formal housekeeping experience, I have effectively cared for seniors, which included maintaining clean and organized living spaces. My attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness ensure a safe and comfortable environment. I understand the importance of creating a tidy home and am dedicated to...
Dmariae can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization & more
Oleksandra M.
Chicago, IL
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have 5 Years Of Experience In My Work, I Work In Detail. If You Are Interested Send Me An SMS.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 year's experience as cleaning lady. I Use to work for Cleanig service for years and several years I decided to work for myself. I am very satisfied from my job because I really like to help busy people who don't have time to care of house . I am detalied, reliable person. If you are interesting, please text me !
Oleksandra can also help with: General room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Oleksandra did a lovely job cleaning our condo -- I was amazed at how much she was able to get done in 6 hours. She is kind, detail-oriented, punctual, and a great communicator. I absolutely recommend her!"
Annie W.
Shykira T.
Chicago, IL
$22-38/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hey there! My name is Shykira . I am a responsible, driven, energetic, creative problem solver. I have experience as a retail manager, production assistant, resident advisor, office assistant, and back-of-house help. In these roles, I have utilized the skills of organization, communication, multitasking, and customer service....
I have a fond love and respect for all children, and it has been my privilege to work with children with special needs, particularly with children on the autism spectrum. For about 15 years now, I have been a witness and am personally fascinated by the many abilities and potentials that all children have within them when given a...
Shakira Q.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids since I graduated out of high school; even in high school for community service I would do daycares since I loved being around them and always thought that they were so joyful and loved to see them grow as a person. I started being a nanny when I turned 20 years old, so I have been a nanny for 7...
Shakira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shakira joined our family when my daughter was 4 weeks ago and my son was 2.5. For a year and half she cared and loved my children as her own. Parting ways was one of the hardest things my family had to do. I started my own business and no longer needed a nanny,...
Kassandra M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chicago, IL
Jessica F.
5.0
I hired Jessica via Care.com. I was a little concerned to hire anyone via this platform as I had never done so before, but Jessica not only made me feel super comfortable knowing my son was safe, but she exceeded my expectations. I had just started my first job as a mother, and I didn't worry...
- Christine E.
Tatiana H.
5.0
Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong driver and took our kids on fun excursions all over the city. Tatiana's role was hybrid...
- Care member
Celeste C.
5.0
The BEST decision you can make is to have your kiddos in the care of Celeste. Celeste tenderly cared for my daughter from ages 3 months to 8 months, and throughout that time they were stupendously reliable and considerate of our needs and desires, caring and devoted, deeply experienced and...
- Care member
Oleksandra M.
5.0
Oleksandra did a very detailed first cleaning to start the biweekly cleanings with me. She did an excellent job, was on time, friendly, and very willing to work around my schedule working from home. I highly recommend her.
- Lisa S.
Shakira Q.
5.0
Shakira joined our family when my daughter was 4 weeks ago and my son was 2.5. For a year and half she cared and loved my children as her own. Parting ways was one of the hardest things my family had to do. I started my own business and no longer needed a nanny, luckily we are still in close contact...
- Kassandra M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chicago, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Chicago, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, 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 Chicago, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chicago, IL is $20.52 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 Chicago, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL. 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 Chicago, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, 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 Chicago, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, 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 Chicago, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 332 reviews of the 746 listed therapy dogs.