Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Chicago, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
743 therapy dogs are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Chicago, IL
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, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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 transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Bryce S.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/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 walking, pet sitting, grooming
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: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have worked in many customer service environments and am excited to assist those with any particular needs of the services I offer.
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: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, 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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
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, home modification, dementia, hospice services
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: Live-in home care, dementia
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Organization, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, 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, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
Hello! My name is Maria, and I work as a part-time babysitter and nanny. I am passionate about providing quality childcare services and have gained extensive experience in the industry. I have worked in-home, community childcare and most recently in an Early Childhood Center as an infant teacher. My expertise ranges from...
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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 $20.56 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 336 reviews of the 743 listed therapy dogs.