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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
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & 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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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
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 walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, 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
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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...
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: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kamara B.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
Household Cleaning, Professional Organization, Pet Care, And Home Admin Assistance
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
Lydia P.
Chicago, IL
$15-22/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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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: Hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, personal care, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
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: Hospice services, personal care, home modification, dementia
Caregiver with over 10 years of dedicated in-home patient care. I have experience working with all levels of care, including Alzheimer's/dementia and low-mobility. I am committed to providing the highest service of care to ensure my patient's well being and quality of life. In addition to routine caregiver services, I am...
Marianna can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Elizabeth M.
Chicago, IL
$15-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Elizabeth, and I've been immersed in the wonderful world of childcare since I was 15! My journey began at an in-home daycare, where I discovered my passion for nurturing little ones. From there, I've had the joy of working with children aged 6 months to 6 years at a childcare facility. Currently, I'm on an exciting...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Holly L.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Holly and I am a 22-year-old graduate student. I am currently in school for my masters in occupational therapy. I moved to the city several months ago and am looking for a babysitting job around the Chicago area. Before school I was a behavioral therapist for children with autism and also babysat since I was...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mary H.
Chicago, IL
$19-39/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 20 plus years in paid cleanings. I have a small business to provide these Services, but I wanted to give this side of the app a chance
Mary can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
Primarily a care taker for little ones but am happy to provide house keeping services for families I am building relationships with!
Kell can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning
Leancia B.
Chicago, IL
$18-26/hr
I love to keep things clean and tidy. I know some people get busy and would like the extra hand, so I don't mind being of service.
Leancia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning
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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.