Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Lafayette, CA
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Lafayette, CA and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Background-checked therapy dogs in Lafayette, CA that you'll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Lafayette, CA
The average rate is $30/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Lafayette, CA
Karessa I.
Oakland, CA
$15-30/hr • 15 yrs exp
Social Work Clinician Seeking Part-Time Babysitting Position
5.0
(15)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am looking for opportunities for winter break, spring break and summer break.
Please reach out if I can assist at this point with your family.
My name is Karessa. I am a trained clinical social worker and I live in Oakland, CA.
A little bit about what I am looking for:
I am currently open to provide some one-time care...
Karessa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karessa was an amazing sitter for my son and his best friend during a preschool shut down. She explored new adventures for them, basing her choices on what the boys expressed and liked. My son still talks about the story time they went to together.
She was...
Kevin M.
Gabriela A.
Oakland, CA
$30-49/hr • 5 yrs exp
Professional House Cleaner With A Focus On Detail, Organization, And A Passion For Cooking
5.0
(1)
Hi! my name is Gabriela, I am a dedicated and passionate house cleaner who pays special attention to detail. My greatest strength lies in my ability to organize and keep spaces spotless. I believe in the importance of a clean and tidy home, and I take pride in helping my clients achieve this. My first language is Spanish and I...
Gabriela can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"Gabriela is amazing. She genuinely loves children and you can tell. She takes wonderful care of our son. She us punctual, and so incredibly helpful. She has made such an amazing impact as new parents transitioning back to work."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Sandra. I'm hoping to connect with families who need occasional or one-time care. I would be happy to help on Friday (after 5:30) and Saturdays/Sundays if you're looking to go out on date nights, have self care time, or run errands.
My undergrad is in Child Development and my masters is in Child...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sandra provided backup care for my daughter while her preschool was out. She helped her paint a rainbow art project and when it was time to go home, my daughter wanted her to keep playing after a full day! Sandra also helped organize toys and tidied and staged my...
Eleanor L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I specialize in newborn, infant and toddler childcare, with 15+ years experience in Contra Costa. I have glowing references in private homes. TB test negative and certificate in CPR, and recent TDAP done February, 2022. My primary language is Spanish and my English is sufficient in the childcare setting. I am available now for...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gloria took great care of my daughter and I would hire her again in the future."
Michelle C.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Genevieve. I'm 23 years old and I'm the ultimate animal person! I'm a science teacher who recently moved back to California after graduating from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR studying chemistry. I have 8+ years of petsitting experience! I'm available for walks, feeding/check ins or petsitting/housesitting...
Genevieve can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Genevieve is our go-to house sitter/pet sitter when we are out of town! She is responsible and mature and we know our Chiweenie is always well taken care of. She takes him on walks in our neighborhood and to the nature spots in our area and sends us cute pictures....
Olivia G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Daija (like Deja vu), I am a Berkely native. I just graduated college with my Bachelor's of Science degree in Public Health and soon to attend dental school. I just moved back home from college and am looking for work in the meantime. I love hikes, trying new foods, hanging out with family and friends, and arts...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Daija recently watched our kids during a party at our house and she did a great job! We had warned her earlier that her night would be occasionally disrupted with guests touring the house and the kids attempts to "tour" the party downstairs, but she took it...
Kevin P.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
If you need a house cleaner or dog sitter, look no further! With over a decade of experience and numerous references, I offer top-notch service you can count on. I do have 3 hour minimum for all cleaning servces. As a proud holder of 29 certificates and diplomas in various fields, I understand how hectic life can be for busy...
Diana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Thorough, detailed communication, punctual. Diana did a deep clean at our house including the kitchen, living room, corridors, laundry room and bathroom. They hadn't been deep cleaned in a long time, and Diana did a great job given the time constraints."
Sourabh J.
Charlotte R.
Berkeley, CA
$26-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider With A Master's In Social Welfare
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Charlotte, and I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare provider based in Berkeley, CA. I am currently pursuing my Master of Social Work at UC Berkeley, with a focus on child and family wellbeing, and have just completed my first year.
This past year, I gained invaluable experience working at an...
Charlotte can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Charlotte worked for us one summer when our kids were 11 and 13 years old. She was reliable, on time, and highly dependable. She did whatever we asked her to do, including errands, chores, and meal preparation. She brought crafts and always had great ideas for...
Lisa L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to take care old people alert/ not alert /Dementia/ Hospice/Alzheimer's /I can do also light house keeping for more comfortable for my client mostly I want my client more safe and happy my service too
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Angelica provided wonderful care for my father. He really enjoyed the days she worked with him. She was proactive and friendly and a hard worker."
Lena W.
5.0
(1)
Hi there!
I'm Karely, a 2nd year graduate school student pursuing my Master's in Social Work, along with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential, which will allow me to work with children in schools. Before graduate school, I worked as an art gallery manager. After gallery life, I transitioned to working as a K-5 Special...
Karely can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karely was our full time nanny for our daughter between the age of 7 - 14 months. She is AMAZING! Karely took great care of our daughter with everything from meals to play time to the occasional tantrums (lol). She was also so helpful in keeping the common areas...
Erika L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed working with children, for many reasons - what they teach you, their energy, spirit for life, and playful nature. This all began when I cared for my 10-year younger sister during my teens, and later raised my own daughter, now 27 years old, who also studied and works with children and education. I used to...
Negar can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Negar is one of the hardest working, honest and reliable people I have met. Working with her was always a joy as she is a genuine, positive, and kindhearted spirit who always liked to help others as much as she could. Anyone would be lucky to have her work for them...
Neeka A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have spent the last 15 years working with seniors, some with dementia, in their home, a safe and comfortable environment. I've worked as a caregiver for a woman who was being treated for cancer with chemo and surgery, a man recovering from pneumonia, a younger senior trying to beat congestive heart failure, and a woman...
Kristine can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is caring and dedicated. Hated to see her move out of state. You'd be lucky to have her as part of your team."
Sharon S.
Paula M.
Walnut Creek, CA
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm kidding but I have truly love about animals I've raised with all types of animals at my backyard. Spend time and care about them it's like therapy for me. Work with animals make my life easier and happy. I have some experience in animals hospital so I'm very flexible and helpful with animals for those are hurt or sick.
Paula can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I've been raised with cats, birds, dogs, and rabbits. I've almost always had a cat so I have most of my experience with felines, but, I have been hired for dog watching from several of my massage therapy clients before. I'm semi-retired from massaging now but am grateful that I got my start from my massage clients. Currently, I...
Lonelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
* Provided quality care and excellent customer service for dog owners in the Bay Area & greater Atlanta area
* Built client base and took instruction for pet care from dog owners
* Ensured physical safety of each dog at all times.
Jaden can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
I can provide dog sitting in your home or offer dog walking services. I've been a pet lover since the day I was born and had a dog for 14 years until he passed of old age this past winter. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes, however if you have a larger dog I do prefer if they are well trained. I can also perform baths for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am just about to receive my license to become an OTR, so I have all the skills of an entry-level therapist!
Chelsea D.
Walnut Creek, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have provided dog and cat sitting services for various families in their own homes. Having grown up with both dogs and cats all my life, I have a fair amount of experience with animals. I also feel comfortable walking dogs and washing if needed.
Chelsea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've been surrounded by animals all of my life. In total, I've had 4 dogs, an aquatic turtle, and dozens of fish. More details about my dogs: They are all rescue dogs. My first was a Chow-Chow mix who was sassy and 100% preferred humans over other dogs. My next dog was a Chihuahua mix who loved cuddles and was often compared to...
Laney can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking
I have worked with children in different capacities (tutor, counselor, nanny) for over a decade. I enjoy creating long term, consistent relationships with the children I care for. I also am an LMFT, with a small therapy practice mostly working with children and teens.
Adrian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lafayette, CA
Karessa I.
5.0
Karessa was an amazing sitter for my son and his best friend during a preschool shut down. She explored new adventures for them, basing her choices on what the boys expressed and liked. My son still talks about the story time they went to together.
She was patient, kind, engaging and...
- Kevin M.
Gabriela A.
5.0
Gabriela is amazing. She genuinely loves children and you can tell. She takes wonderful care of our son. She us punctual, and so incredibly helpful. She has made such an amazing impact as new parents transitioning back to work.
- Care member
Sandra C.
5.0
Sandra provided backup care for my daughter while her preschool was out. She helped her paint a rainbow art project and when it was time to go home, my daughter wanted her to keep playing after a full day! Sandra also helped organize toys and tidied and staged my daughter's room at the end of the...
- Eleanor L.
Gloria V.
5.0
Gloria took great care of my daughter and I would hire her again in the future.
- Michelle C.
Genevieve B.
5.0
Genevieve is our go-to house sitter/pet sitter when we are out of town! She is responsible and mature and we know our Chiweenie is always well taken care of. She takes him on walks in our neighborhood and to the nature spots in our area and sends us cute pictures. She goes out of the way to make...
- Olivia G.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lafayette, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lafayette, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lafayette, CA is $30.27 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 Lafayette, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Lafayette, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.