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Sintia I.
La Jolla, CA
$17-22/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: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
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
$17-20/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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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, 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
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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, carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Taylor T.
La Jolla, CA
$20-25/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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Molly, and I'm a senior at the University of Michigan, and I am on the premedical track. Prior to applying to medical school, I will be attending Northwestern next year will I will be attaining my Master's in Public Health. I have worked as a caregiver for individuals of all ages. I worked for a California...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Liz, I provide cleaning, pet care, and child care services, in addition to various needs like car cleaning & grocery runs. I have been cleaning homes for 12 years and providing childcare for about 15 years, and worked professionally with animals for a decade. I am a Firefighter and Veterinary Technician for my careers, I...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Taylor! I grew up in a little beach town in Southern California, so I love the ocean, mountains, or any outdoor activities! A few activities I love doing while working with children are: arts and crafts, baking, reading, puzzles, board games and imaginary play! I am a registered behavioral technician (therapist) and...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm based in Point Loma, with reliable transportation and a friendly, social, and caring demeanor.
With a foundation in professional behavioral therapy, where I specialized in working with neurodivergent children, coupled with some years of hands-on nanny/babysitting experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge to...
Janice can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Janice was the absolute best! She was kind, very thoughtful, and patient with our 2 year old son and helped us when we were in a pinch. We will definitely be using her again! "
Care member
Ariel R.
San Diego, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fitness Dog Runner/ Professional Housesitter/ Joyous Task And Personal Fitness Motivator
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have fabulous energy; I use it for incredible creations, transformations and to add Joy sparks to all I do! With a BS degree in Exercise Science, I can not only be your home personal trainer if you need one, but I can TRANSFORM most anything to feel REFRESHED and REVIVED post my presence. House sitting (I will hold your place...
Ariel can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Ariel as a house and cat sitter for about a month when we traveled abroad. She took care of cleaning, mail retrieval, plant watering, and our cat, who enjoyed her presence immensely (petting, brushing, and spending some quality time together). Ariel was...
Anna K.
Maryam E.
San Diego, CA
$30-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Personal Assistant, Errand Runner, Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, And Boarding Services
5.0
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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: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine & 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.
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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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Audrey is an excellent pet sitter. My poodle and Maltese love staying with her. I had Audrey pet sitter for them for multiples weekends. She follows their walking and feeding schedule and the dogs are very well taken care while I'm away. When I return home,...
Jeanne B.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Nore, I am 24 years old, and am a current Case Manager working with youth 11-18 years old and their families. I started my career working with kiddos ages 3-5 as a teachers assistant at a daycare and moved on to be a Mental Health Professional at Boys and Girls Club. I have my bachelors degree in Human Services with a...
Nore can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Nore to help the kids when our schools shut. She was really helpful in helping the kids with their school work and keeping them busy (despite the cold weather) when they weren't doing school work. She could easily connect with both of them and relate to...
Susan H.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Francis and I have worked as a tutor for the past eight+ years through different private, charter, and public school districts in the San Diego county and in the Inland Empire. I graduated at the top of my class from my high school, and graduated from Pitzer College with a degree in Psychology w/ emphasis on...
5.0
"Francis went to school at High Tech High North County. He has been an amazing role model for many of our students. I have no doubt that he would do a wonderful job!"
Isaac J.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in La Jolla, CA
Janice A.
5.0
Janice is amazing! She sat for our house and dog, Odie, for 5 nights and it was so easy and comforting! Janice was very communicative via text message the whole time we were gone and took Odie on lots of adventures outside, which he loved. We came home to a clean, happy house and dog!
- Brittany Y.
Ariel R.
5.0
We hired Ariel as a house and cat sitter for about a month when we traveled abroad. She took care of cleaning, mail retrieval, plant watering, and our cat, who enjoyed her presence immensely (petting, brushing, and spending some quality time together). Ariel was kind enough to send us regular...
- Anna K.
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.
Nore R.
5.0
We hired Nore to help the kids when our schools shut. She was really helpful in helping the kids with their school work and keeping them busy (despite the cold weather) when they weren't doing school work. She could easily connect with both of them and relate to them which really helped since they...
- Susan H.
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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 $20.38 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.