Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Los Altos, CA
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Los Altos, CA and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in Los Altos, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Los Altos, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Los Altos, CA
3.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For the last 10 years I have been working as a COOK / Housekeeper/Mother helper, for families in the Peninsula SF Bay area, including a Live-in job for a family in Belmont during two years. I am currently living in Mountain view. I offer my services as a Cook/family helper. I got experience by working for families of different...
Ana can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Ana did a great job as housekeeper for us. She was reliable, showed initiative, and kept our messy house clean and clutter free. Ana is also a talented cook and was able to take whatever ingredients we had in our kitchen and make something delicious for us to come...
Jenny L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy inspiring Seniors by getting to know them and finding what works best at this time of their life. I am able to do 24hr care anywhere in California. I have learnt to enjoy cribbage, chess and doing puzzles from the elderly people I assisted. I have 20 years of experience working with Elderly, who have Alzheimers,...
Jasmina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We started working with Jasmina in February 2023 and she has been a great companion for my mother who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and Louis body dementia. She is professional and has extensive experience working with seniors. Jasmina is kind and...
Tracie V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cassie, and I am looking to help a few families out with childcare on Fridays! I have a background in pediatric speech therapy, so working with kids is my specialty!
Cassie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Posted this in the wrong place before, but Cassie was very professional and prompt in getting back to us when we needed same-day babysitting. She did lots of creative activities with our kids - they really had fun and seemed to love her."
Katherine F.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am in my 15th year of education . I have taught 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades, I have also held school leadership positions.
I have been providing services as a babysitting and/or nanny for 25+ years. I have newborn through teen experience. References available upon request.
I have been described by some of my...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"If you're able to get Heidi's help with your kids, you will have won the lottery! She is Just. That. Good. "
Allison L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! Do you need help during the summer? I currently work at an elementary school in the Sunnyvale School District working with children with special needs. I have three children of my own: 1 elementary, 1 in middle school, and 1 high school. From 2021 to 2023, I worked as a nanny for a family when their daughter was 5...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Donna take care my daughter very well, an my son loves Donna so much!"
Ren L.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Child Care Provider, Spanish tutor, & Mommy's Helper.
I have a Degree in Education and Early Child Education's Credits. CPR/First Aid Training. Trust line certified and More than 20 years working with children.
I am really passionate about teaching & learning activities. I work closely with parents and I specialize in...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Maribel is awesome!! I had her for almost 2 weeks while my husband was gone for a trip. She is always puncture and thoughtful for the kids. It’s the first time I had babysitter and im feeling so lucky to have her!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My first experience in working with the Senior population was caring for my mother in 2014. She had Dementia and that experience made me realize that my calling was to work with Seniors. Since then I have worked for Senior Helpers and In Home Supportive Services through San Mateo County I have worked with seniors who have...
Helen can also help with: Home modification, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Helen has been hired to care for my husband 6 mornings a week. She goes to my husband's memory care facility and keeps him company, makes sure he has been changed and clean. She gets help to get him changed and she walks with him to make sure he doesn't fall. She...
Linda S.
Cecilyn O.
Sunnyvale, CA
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of house keeping experienced. Families that I have worked with really liked the way I worked. I worked and moved fast. I am very reliable and trustworthy person. I am open with background check on my performance. I hope you will try my services.
Cecilyn can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"I hired Cecilyn for standard housekeeping. Cecilyn was punctual, brought her own cleaning supplies and great products and worked very fast and effective.
I will hire her again"
Bert C.
Yaya R.
Redwood City, CA
$40-49/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Personal Assistant focuses on managing day-to-day task of a single person or family
I can provide Home Organizing and , House, decoration services Or housekeeping
I also provide Food preparation as needed if required
I work part-time as a private chef and I am certified food handler
I can provide excellent references...
Yaya can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Yaya is a wonderful chef and a great human being. She is very creative with her cooking but also very organized and efficient. She created complex and simple dishes for myself and my young kids. Yaya also helped with menu planning and organization. I highly...
Neil K.
5.0
(5)
As an experienced nanny and mother of two beautiful children, I would love to be of service to any family in need of child care. In addition to raising my own family, I have worked as both a live-in and live-out nanny, for 20+ years. I also strive to engage children, especially in cross-cultural intelligence building activities...
Celia can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Celia was our sitter for our two youngest kids. She is a gem and when we moved she was the person I missed most. She was fantastic with our kids, taught our younger ones Spanish, and would practice with me too. I am incredibly picky about who I allow around my...
Monique S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with many years of experience in caring for the elderly. Specializing but not limited to, dementia/Alzheimer's. I have many references from prior clients families available upon request, including a doctor that often uses my services as a referral to many of his patients that need additional...
Christine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"In our 12 years of hiring caregivers for B (my mother-in-law), Christine was the absolute best! Her calm demeanor and competence made B feel safe, comfortable, and respected until the day she passed away.
Christine cared for B with such tenderness and...
Betsy P.
Elaina D.
Mountain View, CA
$32-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3 To 5 Morning Hrs On M Or F, Occasional Date Nights
5.0
(46)
Hired by 43 families in your neighborhood
By focusing exclusively on supporting the development of sensitively responsive, purposeful habits and structured schedules to facilitate the growth and development of your youngest family member (not cleaning), I create secure, loving bonds with children in my care. Through the stability of our routines, I offer preverbal...
Elaina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elaina has been a great care giver to my 13 month old. She takes time to cook for them, take them on strolls throughout the neighborhhod, plays with them and brings them interactive/learning toys to play with. I have had a wonderful experience with her!"
Care member
I am a passionate dog sitter dedicated to providing high quality care for your family members. Here's a glimpse into what makes my dog sitting services special:
About me:
I've been a dog lover and experienced with various breeds, sizes and ages. I believe in creating a loving and fun environment for dogs to...
I have 10 year plus experience working with elderly care patients. I have worked with MS, Alzheimer's and Dementia Parkinson's patient in the past. I have also dealt with home health and hospice. I focus on rehabilitating my clients with physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. I am a passionate and caring...
Rosalinda can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
I provide pet sitting (dogs, cats, etc.) in your own home. I have 5+ years of dog sitting experience for other people. I am also a primary caretaker of my own animals. I have experience with 5+ dogs at a time. I love animals and am always excited to get to know a new one. I can provide dog walking and basic grooming services.
Alexa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! If you are still looking for a babysitter, here are some things about me you might consider:
- In high school, I worked with the City of Sunnyvale as a Youth Recreation Specialist (camp counselor), so I know a lot of games and crafts that are taught in summer and after school programs.
- During college, I was a...
Jackielyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi, I'm Melissa! Originally from the Midwest, I'm currently a graduate student studying Bioengineering at Stanford University. I grew up with dogs, cats, and fish. I've been dog and cat sitting since I was in high school. I've looked after pets for months at a time and love spending time with animals of all kinds! I provide pet...
Melissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Daniella R.
Mountain View, CA
$35-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals. They are like therapy for me. With me, your cuteness will have a lot of fun within his limits.
Daniella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Melanie G.
Menlo Park, CA
$23-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Melanie, I am studying Nutrition, at Foothill College. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services.
I would love to be a babysitter! I grew up in a big family and have been caring for children, pets, and houses since I was 14 years old. I cared for my nephew when he was 3-12 months old, and...
Hey! I have cared for many pets in my life, a variety between birds, dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and so on. I currently have my own cat who is now 10 years old and a dog who is 1 1/2 years old. I understand that each pet requires their own level of care and patience and I am happy to provide that. Besides my own pets, I...
Lina can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Los Altos, CA
Ana M.
5.0
She came on the time. i hired her for serving. She did very well job. She dressed well and tried her best. I will hire her again.
- Baha N.
Jasmina R.
5.0
Jasmine is great, reliable and really cares about her clients well-being. Very trustworthy. I felt as though we hit the jackpot with her.
- Nicole S.
Cassie S.
5.0
Cassie has been totally dependable, flexible,sweet, & very capable & knowledgeable tutoring my son. She has gone above & beyond and shown great care waiting with him in front of the library until I arrive to pick my son up.I highly recommend her!
- Shana L.
Heidi J.
5.0
If you're able to get Heidi's help with your kids, you will have won the lottery! She is Just. That. Good.
- Allison L.
Donna L.
5.0
She is really good with the infants! Her energy is really calm and composed and my baby immediately became calm. She is definitely professional and has great wisdom for how to raise kids!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Los Altos, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Los Altos, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Los Altos, CA is $25.73 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 Los Altos, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Los Altos, 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.