Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in La Mirada, CA
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in La Mirada, CA and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in La Mirada, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in La Mirada, CA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in La Mirada, CA
Melanie D.
La Mirada, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi I have 7 years of experience working as a para educator. In addition I work in the ABA field as a behavioral interventionist for over 2 years and am RBT certified. Moreover, I have experience working with kiddos on the spectrum and other disabilities. I'm active and enjoy doing arts and crafts, along with other activities....
Melanie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Peggy. My zip code of 90637 is for my billing address, so please don't let that discourage you from contacting me if you're located in Orange County. I have cared for clients in La Mirada, nearby Los Angeles County cities & Orange County cities such as Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Aliso Viejo & Newport Coast. I'm a...
Peggy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Peggy took very good care of my cat. I would recommend her pet care services to everyone. Thank you, Peggy, for taking such good care of my girl!"
Nancy W.
I am a 21-year-old college student who is studying to become an elementary school teacher. I am the oldest of five children. I currently am a part-time nanny to a young girl with cerebral palsy. I feed her through a g-tube and also feed her pureed chunky soup. I take her three times a week to physical, occupational and speech...
Ivy S.
La Mirada, CA
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A College Student Who Has Experience In Working With Kids And Adolescents
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and cheerful
I started working with kids when I was 20 (currently 22) and interning at a company that specializes in applied behavioral therapy for children with autism. I mainly work with children ages 3-8. I also have some experience with adolescents ages 15-18 through my...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Peggy. My child care experience includes being a nanny for a family of three children (including an infant), babysitting for a mother of 9-month-old twins, working in church nurseries with various aged children, I babysat an 11-year-old, I worked at a 24-hour fitness kids club, and a daycare with various ages of...
Peggy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am looking to be your helping hand, my best quality is genuine service. I would love to serve you and help out with your needs, also have a desire to give companionship.
Lauren can also help with: Live-in home care
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Katie! I'm passionate about providing exceptional care for pets and children. With over 5 years of experience in pet-sitting and childcare, I offer a nurturing and reliable approach tailored to meet your family's needs.
Pet Care Experience:
I have a deep love for animals and have been pet-sitting for over five years....
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Katie is a calm and dependable presence to our twin toddlers! They love playing with her, and she’s comfortable with all aspects of caring for them. Would highly recommend Katie! "
Care member
Bianca Z.
La Mirada, CA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bianca, I am 22 years old and I am so excited to meet your pride and joys! I am a college graduate with a B. S. in Kinesiology with a concentration in occupational pediatric therapy. When I am not in school I love being with my family. I come from a huge family and growing up I was always taking care of my nieces...
Bianca can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bianca was a wonderful fit for our family. My 2 children both adored her. She was punctual, kind, and fantastic with the kiddos. 10/10 would hire her again. "
Desiree M.
Hi - My name is Peggy. All my senior care experience is personal. I cared for both of my parents until they passed in 2008 & 2012. I provided companion care for an 80-year-old female for a little over a year. I am currently a senior sitter for a woman in her 80's 2 early mornings a week. I work a somewhat 9-5 job, Mon - Fri, so...
Peggy can also help with: Dementia
Mikayla A.
La Mirada, CA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an experienced and compassionate caregiver dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for seniors. With hands-on experience caring for my grandmother, I understand the unique needs and challenges of elderly care. My services include:
Daily Assistance: I assist with dressing, restroom needs, and medication...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands
Skills:
CPR
Yvonne M.
Fullerton, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
For over 11 years, I've taken care of some very lovely people with Alzheimer's, diabetes, congestive heart failure, blood pressure, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, partial blindness and pulmonary thrombosis and stage 4 cancers.
I have assisted clients who were on hospice care, with rehabilitation, administering medications,...
Yvonne can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"I am very happy with Yvonne. She was hired to help me become confident with using my rollator. Hopefully I can eventually walk without the rollator.
She has driven me to two doctor appointments and has done some washing for me. She is eager to help anywhere she...
Sandy H.
Jennifer R.
Lakewood, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Along with my senior care and child care services, I love animals. I am always open to pet-sitting as well as all other care services and I don't mind over nights. My household has pets of our own and I have worked in many households that were animal friendly. I will walk, feed, administer medicine, and absolutely love your pets...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Vivian, and I am a newly licensed registered nurse with certifications in CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). I am currently seeking a part-time position while applying to new graduate RN programs. My background includes two years of experience in geriatric care, specializing in...
Vivian can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loved Vivian it was a Saturday night and for fun they did adding and subtracting which I thought was so sweet being that she is 6 and initiated it. She was on time even though it was last minute I really appreciated that. Vivian is sweet polite and in...
Ariel A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a funny , great sense of humor, compassionate, caring , understanding, patient.
I understand the difficult decisions a family has to make when it comes to there loved ones. Opening your home to a stranger is life altering, I'm a trusting and loyal person. compassionate. I lift, transfer, bath dress cook clean. Exercise...
Marina Z.
La Habra, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marina, I am a licensed caregiver/ Medical Technician at Morning Side senior living in Brea. , I have 12 years of experience working with the elderly with Dementia , Alzheimer, Parkinson's
Able to provide exceptional service in all types of ADLs..
As of 2021 Covid 19 vaccine was taken to ensure the safety of your...
Marina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Marina has done a wonderful job working with my mother who has Alzheimer's. Marina is kind and caring and is able to easily persuade my mother who has been reluctant at times to take a shower. She goes above and beyond to make sure every minute she is there is...
Beverly H.
5.0
(1)
I am a house cleaner at your service. I love cleaning, I clean bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms. I'm very punctual, fast paced, and always happy to help.
Michelle can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Gabi S.
Fullerton, CA
$30/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I offer childcare on a regular or as-needed basis. Example services:
- after school childcare/homework assistance
- evening childcare
- pick-up/drop-off at activities
I have experience in child-care and early education of children ages 4 to 12 through summer camps and head-start learning programs. I am comfortable with...
Gabi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabi watched my twins. She is mature, kind, and fun. She was my daughters favorite babysitter. I wish she lived closer so we could hire her more often."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Jenna, a caring and experienced caregiver with over 10 years in the field. I've worked with In-Home Support Services through the state and privately, specializing in special needs and senior care since I was 16. My journey began by caring for my father, who is blind and has mobility issues. Since then, I've gained...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a reliable, patient and creative worker with 20 years experience with children; ages ranging from 2-12 years old. I recently left my preschool job to further expand my experience and services in different aspects of child/family related jobs. I have my Child Development Certificate with 20 plus units along with some...
Eugenie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Eugenie takes child care very seriously and with compassion and understanding. She is getting to know my little ones and is flexible with their needs."
Steffany E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
During my education and experience, I have gained strong skills in providing nursing services to elderly people. I assisted with the basic activities of daily living of elderly people at a separate residence. In addition, I am expert in running errands, helping clients in regular exercises, providing companionship and preparing...
Honoria can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Honoria has been so great for our family taking care of my 83 year old father who is physically handicapped. She has been very patient with him and very understanding. Very professional and I would highly recommend to anyone."
Duc P.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in La Mirada, CA
Peggy M.
5.0
Peggy took very good care of my cat. I would recommend her pet care services to everyone. Thank you, Peggy, for taking such good care of my girl!
- Nancy W.
Katie R.
5.0
Katie is a calm and dependable presence to our twin toddlers! They love playing with her, and she’s comfortable with all aspects of caring for them. Would highly recommend Katie!
- Care member
Bianca Z.
5.0
Bianca was a wonderful fit for our family. My 2 children both adored her. She was punctual, kind, and fantastic with the kiddos. 10/10 would hire her again.
- Desiree M.
Yvonne M.
5.0
I am very happy with Yvonne. She was hired to help me become confident with using my rollator. Hopefully I can eventually walk without the rollator.
She has driven me to two doctor appointments and has done some washing for me. She is eager to help anywhere she can.
When she sees something that...
- Sandy H.
Vivian T.
5.0
My daughter loved Vivian it was a Saturday night and for fun they did adding and subtracting which I thought was so sweet being that she is 6 and initiated it. She was on time even though it was last minute I really appreciated that. Vivian is sweet polite and in my daughters words "so much fun"!
- Ariel A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in La Mirada, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in La Mirada, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in La Mirada, 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 Mirada, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in La Mirada, CA is $17.70 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 Mirada, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in La Mirada, 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 Mirada, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in La Mirada, 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 Mirada, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in La Mirada, 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.
Ratings for La Mirada, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in La Mirada, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.