Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Kirkland, WA
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Find therapy dogs in Kirkland, WA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Kirkland, WA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Kirkland, WA
Hello!
I'm thrilled about the opportunity to meet you and your pet family! My passion for animals runs deep, and without children of my own, your pets will receive the devoted attention and care they truly deserve. I specialize in elder pet care, hospice and end-of-life protocols, insulin injections, baths, socialization, and...
Jesse can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
Jesse M.
Kirkland, WA
$17-22/hr
Reach out and let's co-create you're personalized services to get you aligned with your own needs ASAP! Over 2 decades of experience with my own van, shared truck and tons of varied experience from higher learning work to pet care and plant watering... I got this!
Hi!
This is my community! As a neurodivergent person diagnosed with ADD and other health things which allow me to see and be in the world differently than many, I come to support services for fellow folks with disabilities from a personal place.
I have 20+ years of experience with direct services for support to many communities...
5.0
(2)
Certified Elementary School Teacher & English as a Foreign Language Instructor
With 18 years of teaching experience, I offer personalized tutoring, babysitting, and educational services in subjects like Spanish, English, reading, writing, and basic math. I'm also available for pet care and running errands. Passionate about...
5.0
"Brilliant teacher and lovely person. Wendy is intuitive, gentle, trustworthy and highly knowledgeable about the growth, development, and needs of children. She s also a brilliant language teacher! I trust her infinitely and would love to work with her again in the...
Sarah C.
Jesse M.
Kirkland, WA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Educated Care Provider In Diverse Support Services
Hello!
I proudly showcase my tattoos and am an Artist. As a Femme Mycologist, I love Nature above all else and believe in the importance of cultural expression. My qualifications and experience speak volumes, highlighting our commitment to genuine healing over superficial beauty standards. With over 10 years in healthcare and...
Jesse can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have experience providing tutoring services to both High School and Community College level students in Spanish. Conversational and practical Spanish is essentially my focus, as it is most useful for learning and universal comprehension for language development. I am also able to help with studying for tests. I incorporate...
Hello!
I'm a middle child of 3. That may say enough for some of you about my inclination to help and be the supporter of those around me but I've been a caregiver since forever! I'm formally educated in Social Services and direct care for folks with disabilities, minorities and at risk youth. I'm an artist and deeply engaged...
Jesse can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! A bit about me:
Having had nearly 6 years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of caring for children of various ages and fostering their growth and development, although I most enjoy working with infants and toddlers. In 2023, I graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Family Studies and...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan communicated well prior to arriving and was very friendly and seemed to genuinely enjoy watching my 14 month old. Toddlers are exhausting, but she took it all in stride. I also appreciate that she was willing to do some light housework while my son napped. I...
Nicole H.
5.0
(1)
I am a remote health & wellness coach who loves animals. I've been an animal sitter since childhood. I have a wide range of experience with animals; Dogs, cats, horses, birds...
I also have experience training service dogs for stroke survivors.
Due to my renters agreement I am limited to animals staying at my location, however...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She was great with my dog, very attentive and took her walks that would help mellow my dog out."
Cody E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 25-year-old recent UW graduate with a Master in Library and Information Science specializing in youth services. I also hold a BA in English and a specialty in education from WSU. I have 6+ years of experience in childcare, including babysitting, nannying, tutoring, and coaching, from infants to teenagers. I am...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Anna has been such a blessing for our family! She has been a full time nanny for our son for several months. We are so sad that she will be relocating to pursue other opportunities but are so grateful for the help she provided during her time with us! I would...
Bailee B.
Yodit T.
Seattle, WA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi
I'm interested to work for your loved one. I have over 10 years of elderly, cancer clients, Alzheimer/dementia and special care experience. I have CNA, Phlebotomy and First Aid certification. My care services are tailored to meet your specific needs but not limited. For example administration of medications, feeding/ feeding...
Yodit can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I have had caregivers for my parents for 4 years. One and a half years ago I started 24 hour care for them, requiring a team of caregivers. My parents have dementia and also typical physical limitations of the elderly. Through my experience I have learned more...
Mary J.
Sheela P.
Sammamish, WA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised 4 children, 3 of which were 6-8 weeks premature, one daughter who was in speech therapy for 5 years. I have also worked with several autistic children up to the age of 15. I have also cared for my grandmother and most recently my mother for the last 6 years to include everything from full personal care to...
5.0
"Sheela is kind and generally wonderful to be around. She did a great job connecting with my daughter, making her feel safe, and giving her creative outlets."
Maralee S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
Vitals, Blood sugar and CPR.
Currently working in a hospital, looking for an extra job.
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge.
Michele can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Michele is very compassionate and takes her job seriously. Great listener and knowledgeable. Easy to get along with."
Former Member A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Zoe, and I'm an experienced nanny and recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Communication, graduating Magna Cum Laude from WWU. With 9 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have had the privilege of working with over 15 wonderful families on a casual basis and two families full-time. I've recently returned...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zoe has been our dedicated nanny for the past year, and a part-time babysitter prior to that. My 3-year old and 5-year old children both adore and respect Zoe. Zoe is always punctual and dependable and exercises extremely sound judgment. She takes our children on...
Leighanne T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Analisa. I am a newly alumni from Seattle University. I majored in Psychology. I plan to continue my education and attend graduate school. I hope to receive a Ph. D. and open my own therapy practice. My passion for Psychology comes from my desire to learn more about human behaviors and conditions and my desire to...
Analisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Analisa was very responsive to outreach and she was flexible. Although we did not hire her this time, we would have if my mother hadn't come in to town unexpectedly. Definitely will consider her for our next posting."
Richard K.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Housecleaning and Housekeeper per 32 years, I worked in Malibu CA and Ventura County CA and now here in Seattle area for 4 years, I work around kids and pets, I am honest and hard working, reliable, dedicate to give you the best services , I can give free estimates for hourly and flat rate, thank you for taking the time to read...
Angela can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"She is a great housekeeper! She works hard, and she does a wonderful job around the house. She absolutely loves our baby, and she is great with pets as well! We definitely recommend!"
Samantha S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ander, I am a 2nd year Occupational Therapy student at UW. I have been baby sitting/nannying on and off for over 10 years. Most recently, I've been working for Seattle Public Schools as an OT intern. I have experience working with children with down syndrome and autism. I am comfortable helping kids transition...
Ander can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ander was our regular babysitter during an extremely challenging time with our foster son and me and my wife really needed a little time away to decompress. Ander was reliable, calm in the face of stress and 2 year old tantrums, and very committed to taking care of...
Morgan S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional Certified Nursing Assistant licensed through the state of WA for over 14 years working in a variety of settings. I started this career path with work experience in an Assisted Living facility and worked closely with folks battling Dementia. I then transitioned for the next 7 years into a rural critical...
Carolyn can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Carolyn is amazing! She is an expert caregiver with a can do attitude. She us a champion at transfers, attention to detail and organization. We would be lost without her!"
Juli R.
Ezgi A.
Seattle, WA
$21/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello!
I'm Ezgi, a third year bioengineering student with a passion for caring for children. I have extensive experience in cleaning, babysitting, and tutoring.
Over the past four years, I have had the joy of working with children aged from 6 months to 11 years old, providing attentive and responsible babysitting services....
Ezgi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ezgi took great care of my kids, they had a great time playing with her. She even cleaned up after. They played with play dough made from edible materials so my toddlers wouldn’t eat them! Very sweet young woman."
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Maya D.
Seattle, WA
$21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Student, Lovers Of Pups, And Kitties! Creative Fun maker, Your Pet's New Favorite!
5.0
(2)
I am a part-time student with 7+ years of pet care experience, as I owned my own in-home pet-sitting service, and had many satisfied clients. I have experience working with large and small dogs, puppies, or elders, experience bathing and grooming, as well as dogs in need of special medical attention. I am always finding new...
Maya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Maya is a joy to work with and I know that my pup Wesley's in good hands when I'm away. She's very good about working on his recall training as well as his misbehavior around food. He's sweet and not the easiest to work with but she is so patient and keeps me...
Hannah C.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Kirkland, WA
Wendy P.
5.0
Brilliant teacher and lovely person. Wendy is intuitive, gentle, trustworthy and highly knowledgeable about the growth, development, and needs of children. She s also a brilliant language teacher! I trust her infinitely and would love to work with her again in the future.
- Sarah C.
Megan K.
5.0
Megan communicated well prior to arriving and was very friendly and seemed to genuinely enjoy watching my 14 month old. Toddlers are exhausting, but she took it all in stride. I also appreciate that she was willing to do some light housework while my son napped. I would definitely book her again.
- Nicole H.
Megan F.
5.0
She was great with my dog, very attentive and took her walks that would help mellow my dog out.
- Cody E.
Anna K.
5.0
Anna has been such a blessing for our family! She has been a full time nanny for our son for several months. We are so sad that she will be relocating to pursue other opportunities but are so grateful for the help she provided during her time with us! I would recommend her for any position. She is...
- Bailee B.
Yodit T.
5.0
I have had caregivers for my parents for 4 years. One and a half years ago I started 24 hour care for them, requiring a team of caregivers. My parents have dementia and also typical physical limitations of the elderly. Through my experience I have learned more than I ever imagined about the world...
- Mary J.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Kirkland, WA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Kirkland, WA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Kirkland, WA, 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 Kirkland, WA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Kirkland, WA is $26.11 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 Kirkland, WA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Kirkland, WA. 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 Kirkland, WA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Kirkland, WA, 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 Kirkland, WA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Kirkland, WA, 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 Kirkland, WA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Kirkland, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.