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Fatana N.

8+ Years Of Nannying Experience

Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 8+ years of nannying experience and a bachelors in psychology and child development. I have experience working with children from all age groups. I have experience with aba therapy and working with children with developmental delays.
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Los Angeles, CA

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
I offer companionship and art therapy for elder adults. I am also able to help around the home but I'm not strong enough to help physically. I do have references. Let's talk about what your elder care needs are and if we are a good fit.
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Los Angeles, CA

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$35/hr
2 years experience
My experience consists of working at OURHOUSE, facilitating grief groups for children who have had someone close to them pass as well. I have also worked at Positive Development as a developmental autism specialist providing physical and social and emotional support through DRBI Therapy.
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Los Angeles, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi moms and dads! Are you in need of a part-time babysitter? I'm currently freelancing in the casting world and have downtime in between projects. I have been commended by parents for actively playing with their kids and leaving the house cleaner than how I found it. I especially enjoy reading stories and doing fun activities...

Jordana T. says "Rachel is a thoughtful, caring lovely young woman. She took excellent care of my baby & dog. I was glad to meet her and have her work in my home with my...

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Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have a masters in special education and it has always been my passion to work with children and adults with disabilities. I have a strong background in therapy practices and I would love to work on developmental goals while proving high quality care for families- I know how challenging it can be!
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10+ Years Of Experience With Special Needs

Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have provided ABA therapy to children with special needs for over 10 years. I am passionate about doing it because it is so rewarding to see all their accomplishments. It's truly the best feeling ever to witness even the smallest change in a kiddo.
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Los Angeles, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi everyone! I just moved to LA from Minneapolis, Minnesota. I'm a first year doctoral student of occupational therapy at USC. I have cared for kids and pets for years, and hoping to support families on the weekends. In my free time, I've been exploring the beaches and different areas of the city!
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Los Angeles, CA

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$36/hr
4 years experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I provide both standard (basic) cleaning and deep cleaning services. Basic cleaning covers routine upkeep, while deep cleaning includes a more detailed top-to-bottom service. Please let me know which option you'd like for your next visit. I speak English and Spanish fluently and a bit of American sign language. I am a...
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Fun-loving, Experienced Caregiver With A Background In Behavioral Redirection

Los Angeles, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Ryan , and I am a behavioral health professional, having worked in the field now for the past five years. I've really enjoyed my time working with kids, and I hope to be able to help many more families in the years to come. Professionally, I have worked in both schools, and in home environments. Primarily, my...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
meal prep
Hello, my name is Sydney ! I've been a caregiver for six years, and it is my passion to help others in any way they need! . I've watched animals my whole life, I grew up with so many Dogs! We always had three dogs and three cats and a big yard for them to all play in! I loved them all! I also have a pet bird (cockatiel)...
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The Perfect Sitter

Los Angeles, CA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
Hi My name is Sydney! I have 6 years of paid experience working with all different dog breeds, I grew up in a family that loves animals and pets of all kind! I currently dog sit for a number of clients at a time and have a pet bird of my own :) I'm very familiar with all animals and their different temperaments. There's...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
Hi! My name is Serena, and I'm a 23-year-old pet sitter who is originally from Seattle. I've grown up with dogs and have always had a passion for caring for animals. I offer reliable and loving pet sitting services! My experience includes: - Overnight care - Administering medication to dogs - Feeding pets at specific times -...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, communicative, and compassionate. I love working with animals because to me, they present the purest form of love and companionship. They don't care about how cool or funny you are, they just love to love ya! I am looking for a job that suits my skills as a compassionate,...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$26/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I provide a variety of animal sitting and pet care services in your home. I have a history of taking care of a variety of animals including dogs, cats, lizards and horses but I am open to learning and researching to take care of other animals. I love animals of all sizes and ages. I am able to provide baths and light grooming on...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! I'm passionate about providing loving care for pets, having grown up around dogs and understanding how special they are as family members. I believe every pet deserves kindness, patience, and respect, and I treat each one as if they were my own. I'm comfortable with both dogs and cats, and I also have experience caring for...
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Caregiver + Therapist !

Los Angeles, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi - My name is Natalie and I'm currently 25 and living in Los Angeles. I previously worked full time as a mental health researcher at UCLA and am now a masters student at CSULB working towards a degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I currently work part time as a trauma therapist with adults and children in Long Beach as part...
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Caregiver

Los Angeles, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
I have been a baby and child sitter for friends and neighbors from childhood through young adulthood. As part of a health practice, I work with families and children regularly and I have studied 7 years of family and child therapy to develop communication and care-giving tools. I'm responsible, caring, organized, with...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
Hi, my name is Alexis, and I'm excited to offer my pet care services on Care. com! While I'm new to professional pet sitting, I have experience caring for pets as part of my nanny work in households with cats and dogs. In addition to that I grew up with pets and have hands on experience caring for cats as well as some dogs. I...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
general room cleaning
oven cleaning
Hi, my name is Martha. I began offering cleaning services in 2017 and have experience with deep cleaning, general cleanings, and more. I also have a background in child education, with 5-6 years of experience working in educational and daycare settings with children ages 0-10, including those with special needs. In addition, I...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$32/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Tyler and I graduated from UCLA with a B. A. in Psychology. I just finished my Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and am likely to return to school for my doctorate in the next few years. I am particularly interested in developmental psychology and early childhood. I have previously interned at a mommy-and-me...
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  • 571 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.29/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.7

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Los Angeles, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in Los Angeles, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Los Angeles, CA is $24.29 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Los Angeles, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Los Angeles, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Los Angeles, 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.

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