Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in La Jolla, CA
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Therapy dogs in La Jolla, CA
Sintia I.
La Jolla, CA
$16-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love Dog's as they were a big part of therapy for me I love to give back the love, energy and snuggles they give!
Sintia can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Experience working with special needs kid (Cri Du Chat syndrome). My responsibilities included, driving to and from various therapies and appointments and then incorporating skills learned during therapies into daily routine. Some of these activities included sign language practice and doing other exercises recommended by...
Laura R.
La Jolla, CA
$22-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, I have seven years of experience in the care of vacation homes. Maintenance, dog or cat care and additional services.
Darby B.
La Jolla, CA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a recent graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I studied music therapy, and recently completed my full time 6 month internship at the Music Therapy Center of California in San Diego. I babysat occasionally for several of my professors in Nashville, but I am looking for something with more regular hours...
Darby can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
I am at your services to walk your pet, feed her/him, keep an eye on them, whatever is needed! I have had many pets throughout the years and am a TOTAL pet lover! I currently have a little pug. I am fluent in both english and spanish if there ever came a scenario where I had to use that. I have been a dog walker for about a year...
Maya can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Hi I'm Hayli :) I am 28 years old, and I have had the joy of providing child-care for families for over 10 years. I love getting to be a part of the magic that is being a child, and getting to see the world through their eyes. I facilitate a space for learning, adventure, and discovery. I value creativity, and giving kids ample...
I am a born and raised San Diego local with over six years of childcare experience. I have nannied for multiple families over the years and more recently have been using my Psychology degree doing Behavioral Therapy with children with autism! I find working with children and teaching them about the world so exciting and...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Julissa S.
La Jolla, CA
$20-25/hr
Graduated with a certificate in tourism and hospitality services, I have knowledge and experience in catering, cleaning, care and school.
Julissa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Graduated with a certificate in tourism and hospitality services, I have knowledge and experience in catering, cleaning, care and school. Senior care giving
Julissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
I'm an experienced caregiver and a meticulous housekeeper. I'd be happy to provide house cleaning services for whatever needs you may have.
Maxwell can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a marine biology grad student with over 6 years of experience with children aged 1-17. I spent the last two years as an outdoor environmental educator on Catalina Island. I have extensive knowledge on how to care for children of all ages, including teaching and tutoring k-12th grade. I am a certified ocean lifeguard and am...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I, being a very organized person, provides services like organized closets and cabinets, do shopping, packing and unpacking. I am a responsible and hardworking person
available to help.
Laura can also help with: General room cleaning
Mary H.
La Jolla, CA
$16-21/hr
I am a true service oriented person. I love being relied on and helpful. I am happy to do big and small tasks. I am detail oriented and a problem solver.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Hi, I'm Amanda! I recently graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Advertising and just moved to La Jolla, excited to find a wonderful family to nanny for. I've always had a passion for working with kids, and have plenty of experience babysitting my younger cousins and family friends' children.
Although I'm new...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Taylor T.
La Jolla, CA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi!! My name is Taylor, and I'm currently a transfer student full-time attending the University of California San Diego. I'm born and raised in California; specifically, the Bay Area is where I'm from and where most of my life resides. I began babysitting when I was a sophomore in high school, and I have been helping out...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace, and I am eager to share my childcare services with any family in need of help! I grew up in the Bird Rock community and have been providing nanny services since the 7th grade. I have an unconditional love for children and I have worked with kids of all ages, from 1-month-old babies to teenagers. I also have...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting children of family friends for several years now. I love working with kids! I graduated high school in 2016 and travelled the following year through Asia and did some service work in Aus/NZ. I currently attend college here in San Diego and I am enrolled in an online culinary course. I love healthy...
Eva can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Maryam E.
San Diego, CA
$30-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Personal Assistant, Errand Runner, Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, And Boarding Services
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
. Dog boarding at my own home in west Clairemont.
. Running errands and handling odd jobs
. Energetic and proactive
. Help with making simple healthy food
. I bring a genuine love for animals and personal experience to every job. My adopted Maltese Terrier, initially challenging to train, is now well-adjusted due to my...
Maryam can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Maryam was responsible and kind and made us an amazing dinner. Scheduling did not work out but she was wonderful. "
Amber M.
Audrey M.
San Diego, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Cat And Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care. Available Also For In-home/overnight Care.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate pet lover with a wealth of experience in pet sitting. For 7 years, I've been dedicated to providing loving and attentive care to pets whether it's dogs or cats (I've a 2. 5 years old cat and a puppy). I enjoy building strong bonds with each animal under my care.
My services include pet feeding, drop in visits,...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Audrey is a very gentle and kind person, who knows how to deal with children and pets.
She is determined, hardworking, and polite.
I highly recommend her!"
Marcia N.
5.0
(1)
I am currently only available for date nights. A little bit about me: I have five years of assistant teaching experience at UCSB Orfalea's Children Center working in the classroom alongside a multitude of different children with different needs and personalities. I have a bachelors in Psychological and Brain Sciences from the...
Serenity can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Serenity is an absolute gem! She is so kind and patient and loves to be with children both educationally and social/emotional. We miss her and wish she would move back! Whoever hires her is very lucky!"
Juna K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in La Jolla, CA
Maryam E.
5.0
Maryam was responsible and kind and made us an amazing dinner. Scheduling did not work out but she was wonderful.
- Amber M.
Audrey M.
5.0
Audrey was very good with our cat Mila ! She came every day to play an hour with her, change the litter box and give more food and water.
She is very friendly and attentive, and you can see she loves animals !
We are hiring Audrey again for two other weeks.
Highly recommend her to take care of...
- Jennifer S.
Serenity G.
5.0
Serenity is an absolute gem! She is so kind and patient and loves to be with children both educationally and social/emotional. We miss her and wish she would move back! Whoever hires her is very lucky!
- Juna K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in La Jolla, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in La Jolla, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in La Jolla, CA, 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 La Jolla, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in La Jolla, CA is $19.53 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 La Jolla, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in La Jolla, CA. 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 La Jolla, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in La Jolla, CA, 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 La Jolla, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in La Jolla, CA, 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.