Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chicago, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
731 therapy dogs are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Chicago, IL
Daniela C.
Chicago, IL
$17-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Daniela and I love pets! I offer pet sitting services in Chicago. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and small animals. I'll make sure your pets are happy and safe while you're away.
Daniela can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
Bryce S.
Chicago, IL
$28-32/hr
Hello, my name is Bryce and I'm a 21-year-old nursing student! I have dogsat for family friends for years now and thought I would extend my services to care. I've owned dogs my entire life and have no issues with special needs or aggressive animals. I am also a rabbit and cat lover!
Bryce can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Viktoriia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an animal lover with a passion for providing the best care and companionship to pets. Whether it's dogs, cats, or smaller animals, I understand the importance of keeping them happy, healthy, and safe. I offer reliable pet sitting, walking, and care services tailored to your pet's needs. With me, your pet will always...
Viktoriia can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi!! My name is Isabella. I'm new to this area of Chicago and am excited to be here! I'm currently a student at DePaul university and I'm working towards getting into Occupational Therapy after my undergraduate degree. My passion is to work with kids, and this is partially why I'm deciding on working in the Occupational Therapy...
Renee B.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurturing, Conscientious, Experienced, & Educated Special Needs Care Giver
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Hi! My name is Renee. I have 10+ years of experience caring for, tutoring, and providing therapies to special needs children aged toddler to 13 years. I have education and work experience in both the social service and early childhood education fields. I've served as preschool and school age director (children ages 3 - 12), and...
Carly Z.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Carly, a passionate pet lover with 5 years of experience caring for pets of all kinds. I understand that each pet has unique needs and personalities, and I'm dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and loving environment for your furry family members.
I offer specific services, e. g., dog walking, overnight stays, drop-in...
Carly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I have over 10 years of experience providing childcare! I am a licensed and certified early intervention Occupational Therapy provider. Over the course of my career I have raised three different sets of twins from infancy to pre-school age. I love applying my knowledge and passion for working with kids and looking forward to...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have worked in many customer service environments and am excited to assist those with any particular needs of the services I offer.
Rosalina A.
Chicago, IL
$19-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Committed caring Nanny! Eight years plus experience.
I've worked with children with disabilities as an RBT in ABA Therapy.
I love spending time with children because I have the patience and a high level of care. Children deserve dignity and autonomy in order to have a healthy self esteem.
I'm continuing my education in Child...
Rosalina can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Lydia P.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced childcare provider. Currently working as a Registered Behavioral Technician providing therapy for children while pursuing my Master's Degree in Social Work so that I can work with children in a clinical setting. Looking for more hours while in graduate school. I have approximately 8 years of experience in childcare...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a Full time Registered Nurse. As a side gig I work with two pet care service. Ive taking care of multiple pets including cats and dogs while families have been away. I love all animals and since moving to the city I do not own a pet. When I take care of other pets I treat them as if they were my own. I m here to feed, play,...
Kali can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello, it's nice to meet you. My name is Lili. I have over 5 years of customer service experience which includes meal prepping, cleaning, and serving people to their satisfaction! I've worked retail and in the food industry. I'd love to be able to assist any person who needs my services. From conversations to errands to...
Lili can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
I'm a first time multi-care helper but I have experience in my own life in pet care, housekeeping, etc. I'm knowledgeable in the services I provide, it's just the first time I do these services as paid jobs. :)
Aphrodite can also help with: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Hi, my name is Emma! I'm a full-time student and nanny who also offers babysitting and pet sitting services. I've been nannying daily since 2019, gaining years of experience caring for children of all ages. Alongside that, I've been pet sitting whenever possible :). I grew up with pets, especially cats and dogs-so I understand...
Emma can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting & more
Viktoriia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr
Reliable and detail-oriented housekeeper with years of experience in maintaining clean, organized, and comfortable living spaces. Dedicated to providing high-quality cleaning and household services with a strong focus on client satisfaction and attention to detail. Seeking a position as a housekeeper to offer professional...
Viktoriia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
In home care as well as medical. The duties of a caregiver, CNA, LPN. I've been in the health care business for 19 years. I have a small home care company with great staff. We provide in home care services for your loved ones. seniors and Adolescents.
Syisha can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Hello! My name is Cesi, I am a pet lover and what better way to use my vocation than to help people who have 4-legged family members who perhaps due to lack of time or any other reason need someone to take care of one of their most precious treasures, because I know that they are not simple pets, they are as important as any...
Cesia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello,
My name is Chrystal. I love helping and taking care of others. For then last 3 years I've worked as a full time nanny. I also worked as a DSP for disabled adults at a day training program for 4 years. I had a classroom of 10 adults there. I am looking for a full time position for a senior needing care and or...
Chrystal can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, hospice services
Jasmine R.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi :) I love helping, cooking, and cleaning. Can provide great conversation and companionship along with shopping and errand running services.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning
Tamara K.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I started housekeeping in 2017.
My skills include great communication &customer service ability, multi-tasking, flexibility.
Tamara can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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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 $21.38 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 319 reviews of the 731 listed therapy dogs.