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Eliza L.
San Diego, CA
$23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello my name is Eliza and I am 19 and I am attending Mira Costa college to become a elementary school teacher (18 ece units completed). I have always been around little kids my whole life, whether it was helping out with younger cousins or helping with children my mom taught in her daycare. I was a junior lifeguard for four...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very dependable and punctual. She was with us almost 7 months before we moved out of state and will be impossible to replace. The baby loved her. She has a good energy and was very helpful in achieving developmental milestones."
Sarah F.
5.0
(1)
Ever since I can remember I have been around a variety of animals from cats, dogs, hamsters, birds and lizards and some times it was all at once and some times it was a combination of some. But with that being said when I was able to work professionally with animals I had the opportunity to be able and is still able to provide...
Justeen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4.4
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Some background history, I started nannying 12 years ago, and back then, it was a part-time job for me. To gain some experience outside of self-employment, I worked as a child care attendant full time for 3 years and at a daycare for 1 year. I mostly worked with ages 3 months to 5 years old. I have 3 years of experience with...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria was absolutely remarkable from first interview to last interaction. She was timely, responsive and beyond wonderful with our three children. She knew just how to keep them engaged in healthy play and found the right balance even when the parents were...
John Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in my community with senior citizens for the past 8 years. My clients range from 74-100! I provide supervised independence offering assistance for such things as doctor appointments, recreational activities and a wide variety of errands. I am an energetic companion/ personal assistant looking for spunky,...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I cannot even begin to express how truly grateful our family is for the above and beyond, loving care Cynthia provided for my 101 year old cousin, Margot.
She did so much to provide her entertainment and joy: a birthday cake, a trip on the town, games,...
Laura B.
Mariel R.
San Diego, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello family's I had been working as housekeeping around 15 year of experience., I like to make sure the customer get satisfied with my work before I leave the place., I basic and deeper cleaning. I am a honest person, offer hourly as well flat prices price depends at yur need, how often , if you have pet etc. every week or...
Mariel can also help with: Carpet cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Mariel, is truly a blessing! She does an amazing job cleaning my 2 bedroom apartment. She is very attentive to detail. I am very particular and had to go through so many interviews to find Mariel. I would recommend her to anyone she takes pride in her work. You can...
Isabella A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My love for animals has guided me though a variety of wonderful experiences, including 2 decades of experience in pet sitting and care as well as nursing work at veterinary hospitals. I understand that your pets are a treasure, and that they deserve the best care possible, and promise to provide professional, reliable and loving...
Samantha can also help with: Boarding, dog training, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Hiring Sam was the best thing I've ever done for my dogs. I have two whippets and a greyhound and they adore her. I have had 6 other walkers in the past and none compare with Sam. What sets her apart is her tremendous love for dogs. I've had so many walkers who do...
Anne A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Mirabelle and I am a friendly and reliable sitter. I am a recent doctorate of occupational therapy (OT) grad w/ 8 years of pediatric care experience. I had my fieldwork clinicals in pediatrics and have served children with ASD, ADHD, and other diagnoses. I also worked in a pediatric OT/PT clinic helping kids with...
Mirabelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Highly recommend Mirabelle! She regularly watched our 4 year old Autistic son for about 3 months leading up to school starting. She is punctual, communicative, and kind. She also understood our child's needs as a neuro diverse kid. Our son loves it when Mirabelle...
Caroline G.
5.0
(4)
I am a reliable, dependable and organized caregiver, offering a variety of services, all in the comfort of your own home. I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. I provide quality home health care in a unique and personalized way: personal care, bathing, manicure and pedicure, medication set up and shopping. Client...
Teresa can also help with: Companionship, personal care, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"We have had the pleasure of having Teresa as a caregiver for my father, and I cannot recommend her enough. Her reliability has been a cornerstone of the care she provides. She has consistently shown up on time and has been incredibly dependable, which has been a...
Rosemary B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Renata, I'm Brazilian and I'm 35 years old. Thinking about the families that don't have conditions of stay home with their children I would like to offer my services and help you in the best way I could. About myself: I am a loving, protective, nurturing nanny, responsible and independent. I have a reliable...
Renata can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Renata has been working for me for over one year, and has proven herself to be extremely trustworthy, and dependable. Renata communicates very well, and this is important because I live very far from the property she cleans. She is more like a house manager than...
Reema D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse, taking care of a wide range of individuals with physical and psychological conditions. My nursing background is in Critical Care and Infusion Nursing. I am available for short term positions only, for example covering for vacationing caregivers, clients needing care in...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"Jennifer is always on time & dependable. She comes over once a week to give my father a bed bath. He has bad circulation so I was wrapping his legs which she took over doing. It was a big weight off my shoulders after wrapping them for 5 years. Highly recommend...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience taking care of seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I was responsible for taking care of my father who had alzheimers and dementia. I am educated, currently work but am looking for part-time hours. I am also CPR and AED certified. I am patient, friendly, clean,...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
5.0
"Natasha is an amazing caregiver. She was a part time caregiver for my 89 year old father. She was such a sweet and caring person with him. He adored her so much. I do not live in the area and knowing Natasha was taking care of my father gave me a sense of...
Tamara G.
Hi! My name is Francis, and I can provide either dog/service dog training in your own home/local public areas. I have logged over 2000 hours of PTSD service dog training, and 4+ years with professional experience with training service dogs (i. e. 'assistance dog' license @ the Humane Society of San Diego) and pets. I graduated...
Francis can also help with: Dog training
Hello! My name is Kaylee, and I am looking for a dog walking position while I study for the boards for physical therapy. I have been a pet sitter for various families since high school, and am also a current dog owner as well (husky named Rue!) Please feel free to reach out if you have any additional questions!
Kaylee can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Ana L.
San Diego, CA
$19-20/hr
Im a huge dog lover. I ve personally had small and big dogs, I had a boxer who passed away recently. Therefore, I know how to care for dogs with different sizes and ages. Id be more than happy to walk, shower, play, and care for your dogs! I m always in need of dog therapy.
Ana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kaitlyn R.
San Diego, CA
$18-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5+ years working with dogs in veterinary offices, and grooming salons around SD. Available for in home dog grooming services, day sitting/ visits, overnight stays in my home or yours, transportation to and from grooming or vet appts , etc. Look forward to meeting you and your pup!!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
With a solid background in animal care, I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine love for pets to my pet-sitting and dog-walking services. Having worked at a reputable dog boarding facility in the past, I am well-versed in handling a variety of breeds and temperaments. Over the past two years, I have dedicated myself to...
Melissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Valerie M.
San Diego, CA
$14-20/hr
Hi! I am currently looking for new experiences to provide care to both children and pets. I have been doing this for over 8 years, and I am a recent graduate from an occupational therapy program. Looking forward to working with you!
Valerie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I can provide pet sitting services in your home. I'm experienced caring for cats, dogs, birds, and fish and love working with all animals. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also provide baths and light grooming.
Clara can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, dog training, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking & more
Emily G.
San Diego, CA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked with children who have autism for the last 3 years. I love being in that field and find it so fun and rewarding. I have been professionally trained in ABA therapy as a behavioral therapist.
With over six years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment. Currently studying to become a teacher, I bring both my love for kids and a dedication to helping them grow and thrive. I am CPR and first aid certified, and have specialized training in ABA...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in National City, CA
Eliza L.
5.0
Very dependable and punctual. She was with us almost 7 months before we moved out of state and will be impossible to replace. The baby loved her. She has a good energy and was very helpful in achieving developmental milestones.
- Sarah F.
Victoria R.
5.0
Victoria is amazing with my 2 kids, both under 5. Trips to the park, coloring time, creates games on the spot, extremely helpful when cleaning up after the kids, and really allows the kids to express their emotions and thoughts, which is important to us. I can go on and on. She has been very...
- Nicki R.
Cynthia F.
5.0
I cannot even begin to express how truly grateful our family is for the above and beyond, loving care Cynthia provided for my 101 year old cousin, Margot.
She did so much to provide her entertainment and joy: a birthday cake, a trip on the town, games, conversations...
She also helped meet our...
- Laura B.
Mariel R.
5.0
Mariel is wonderful! She is thoughtful, kind, and so helpful. She always has our best interest, is such a hard worker, and is very attentive. She cleans our place and does such an incredible job. She's very thorough while also being respectful of our home and belongings.
- Anna D.
Samantha F.
5.0
Hiring Sam was the best thing I've ever done for my dogs. I have two whippets and a greyhound and they adore her. I have had 6 other walkers in the past and none compare with Sam. What sets her apart is her tremendous love for dogs. I've had so many walkers who do a good job just to get paid, but...
- Anne A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in National City, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in National City, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in National City, 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 National City, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in National City, CA is $18.80 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 National City, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in National City, 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 National City, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in National City, 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 National City, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in National City, 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.