Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chicago, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
740 therapy dogs are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Chicago, IL
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 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. In addition, I am a big sports...
My name Is Jillian M. I Have Been In The Early Childhood Field Since 2012. I Started Out As A Toddler 2 Teacher In A Center Until 2017. I Switched Into A Home Center Where I Worked With Infants Through Preschool Age Children Covid Hit That Came To An End. I Am Now A Chicago Public Schools Paraprofessional I've Been In CPS For 3...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked as a full-time Nanny for the past 2. 5 years. When I began the children were 2mnths & 20mnths old, and I have been with them ever since. It has been such an amazing experience to work with children, and to teach them on a day-to-day basis but unfortunately, the role that I had was temporary. I am now...
Leah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I'm Mimi!
I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember for toddlers who lived in my neighborhood.
I also worked in my church's childcare department (when I was 10+ yrs) while parents were at service in the morning. Caring for babies and toddlers. I stopped doing when I entered HS.
I started getting paid to babysit...
Mimi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Jessi F.
Chicago, IL
$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking To Transition From My Full-time Job Into Full Time Nannying!
Hi! I'm Jessi.
I graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and a double minor in Education & Gender Studies.
I have been babysitting since I was 15 as I have always loved to work with kids; they have a free spirited energy that I love to be around! In high school, I had the...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a loving caring nanny for the last 20 years. My last position lasted over eight to half years. It was for two lovely little girls who are now ages 8-1/2 and 6-1/2. Both attend school all day now so my services were no longer needed. During my time there, I performed a variety of duties. I did everything from the...
Deidre can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deidre worked with our family for about 4 months in the fall of 2018. She supervised our two boys after school, drove them to activities (safely), and would babysit for us from time to time. She was always on time, always kept the children safe and was excellent...
Trevor H.
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I am 45 years old I have been providing care for over 9 years. I have worked with Parkinson's disease clients Alzheimer's and also hospice patients/clients. I went from taking care of children for over 10 of the state and slowly transitioned...
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I worked at a school helping out as a teacher's aide for Pre-4, Kindergarten and 1st grade. Reading, arts and crafts, and learning to tie shoes were the most popular activities I participated in! I have also donated my babysitting services for a silent auction and was in the middle of a bidding war (the bid ended up to be...
Damaris can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Hi there, my name is Dan. I'm a full time student here in Chicago. I have a black lab that I'm looking to get certified as a therapy dog, so I'm using winter break to raise some extra money towards that.
Looking forward to meeting you and your buddy!
Daniel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hello! My name is Meredith, I am 27 years old and am the BIGGEST dog lover you'll ever meet. I am great with training as I have a service dog and have learned the most useful training tips and commands. I've had dogs and cats in my life since I was a young kid and will love yours as my own.
Meredith can also help with: Pet walking, dog training
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kamara. After taking a year off from providing home services for a role as an operations assistant, I am again seeking cleaning, pet sitting, and home management roles due to the greater flexibility this allows in my schedule.
My professional housekeeping experience includes two seasonal positions cleaning guest...
Kamara can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"Kamara helped us with housekeeping for several weeks and was always punctual, professional, thorough, and trustworthy. She was comfortable with our dog and we would have been happy to have her do pet sitting for us as well. Highly recommend her!"
Annie D.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I'm a full-time college student and nanny who also offers pet sitting services. I cat sit, dog sit, and am currently seeking opportunities for dog walking, dog sitting, or cat sitting. :)
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Malkie B.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've spent the last four years with a family of three + yellow lab. I got the privilege of watching them grow up. My job included, getting them ready for school, breakfast, lunches, carpool, exercising and socializing their dog. Cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, taking kids therapy, after school activities, occasional...
Malkie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
All my life I have loved dogs and been around dogs!
I ensure that I will provide the best care and emit positive energy around your pet no matter what size and breed.
Pet safety, health and daily exercise is what is most important to me and I promise to provide the best service possible!
I am a college student at DePaul...
Gibron can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking
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: Pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
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
4.0
(1)
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
Kamara B.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Household Cleaning, Professional Organization, Pet Care, And Home Admin Assistance
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Kamara. After taking a year off from providing home services for a role as an operations assistant, I am again seeking cleaning, pet sitting, and home management roles due to the greater flexibility this allows in my schedule.
My professional housekeeping experience includes two seasonal positions cleaning guest...
Kamara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kamara is a wonderful, reliable person to invite into your home and life. She took care of our cat, house, and plants for several months and I couldn't ask for more. She's a great communicator, hyper-responsible and an incredible cleaner."
Anne T.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chicago, IL
Deidre S.
5.0
Deidre was early very kind and helpful!
- Brittany F.
Kamara B.
5.0
Kamara helped us with housekeeping for several weeks and was always punctual, professional, thorough, and trustworthy. She was comfortable with our dog and we would have been happy to have her do pet sitting for us as well. Highly recommend her!
- Annie D.
Kamara B.
5.0
Kamara is a wonderful, reliable person to invite into your home and life. She took care of our cat, house, and plants for several months and I couldn't ask for more. She's a great communicator, hyper-responsible and an incredible cleaner.
- Anne T.
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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 $20.62 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 288 reviews of the 740 listed therapy dogs.