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60 therapy dogs are listed in Northridge, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Northridge, CA
I been working with children for the last 15 years, I am a mature, responsible, and cheerful person with excellent childcare services and interpersonal skills, I am bilingual in Spanish, lam a proud mother of 3 professional teenagers , I have my own car with insurance, l am a very open and flexible person, love to read, sing,...
Hello! I am an experienced caregiver with over 15 years of experience taking care of children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, as well as grandparents. I believe that in today's ever-changing world, everyone could use a little extra help in their daily lives. Throughout my years of public service, I have taken the phrase...
My name is Sabrina, and I'm a warm, energetic, and compassionate caregiver based in Northridge, CA. With a strong background in hospitality and a natural passion for helping others, I take pride in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for those I assist. My goal is to provide personalized care to meet a variety of...
Sabrina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Charlisse C.
Northridge, CA
$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
A Hard-working Professional With Extensive Experience
Hi! My name is Charlisse.
I have worked as an Executive/Personal Assistant, a Publications Developer and Editor, and an Events Coordinator for large A-list attended events.
I currently work full-time in strategic partnerships and membership services for the Hospital Association of SoCal, where I communicate directly with CEOs...
Nadia H.
Northridge, CA
$19-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hii!
I'm excited to offer my services to your family. I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can thrive. My approach emphasizes creativity, learning through play, and open communication with parents. I am dedicated to exceeding expectations and ensuring the well-being of every child...
Nadia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
At , this present time I am working for 3 families picking up their two little girls(6&7) and one little boy(5) after school and taking care of them until their parents come home from work. I would prepare their after schools snacks and work with them on their school assignments. I would also take them to after school...
Ellie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ellie helped me with my special needs son and she was a fantastic caregiver. She was gentle yet firm, funny yet serious and 100% reliable. She treated our family like her own and never once let us down. I like that she took initiative and put in the extra time...
Ellen G.
Hi my name is Coyor! If you're looking for someone who likes to be physically active, loves a good nonfiction book, meditates, and is very creative you found the right person! I started by childcare journey by working for LAUSD's after school program. In that time I took care of large groups (28 kids) of kindergarteners, second...
I provide pet sitting and pet care in your home. Not only do I have experience with a variety of animals from my personal life, having dogs, cats, birds, frogs, and goats throughout my lifetime, but I also have 8+ years of experience in dog care, training, and grooming from my time in the 4-H group Mahoning Pampered Pups. I love...
Sarah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training & more
Elizabeth N.
Northridge, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate, Hardworking, Nursing Student Who Adores Caring For Children!
Hi! My name is Ellie, I am 21 and currently a senior in nursing school! I absolutely love working with children, and have had a lot of experience helping take care of children. From the time I was a teenager, I have babysat for family friends and helped out in the nursery at church. In my freshman year of college I became a CNA...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Fasiat A.
Northridge, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Provided babysitting services for various families, caring for children aged 2-15.
Engaged children in age-appropriate activities, ensuring a fun and educational experience.
Prepared healthy meals and snacks, maintaining a clean and organized environment.
Ensured the safety and well-being of children at all times, responding...
Fasiat can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Patty, I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and have 3 years experience providing my services to loving families with their babies and their toddlers and I absolutely love it. I am also a CPR/First Aide Certified, non smoker and I also have clean driving record. Please feel free to contact me as I will be...
Patty can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
*Your Trusted Pet Care Team*
Hello! We're Kristen and Nicholas, a husband-wife team dedicated to caring for pets. With our two small dogs and experience with special needs animals, including those with IVDD, we offer:
Pet Sitting: Drop-ins and overnight care.
Dog Walking: Tailored exercise for happy, healthy pets.
Boarding &...
Kristen can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
"Kristen has a great understanding and affection of pets. Her attention to their well being is event in all she does. She's a wonderful person and easy to get along with, flexible and dependable. I'm very happy to see how well my dogs have come to enjoy her...
Mark I.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
CPR and Physical Therapy Certified. Experienced in caring for patients with ALS, dementia, parkinsons , chronic pain, disability , catalys(brain disease), stroke, and quadrapalegic patients. Punctual , professional, and friendly. I have worked with people of all ages. Dependable and professional. Passionate and well mannered. I...
Hilmer can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"He is patient enjoys taking care of others and he is bilingual which is a plus"
Lisette H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have several years of babysitting experience with children from ages 3-13. I have my bachelors degree in psychology and my master's degree in Occupational Therapy. I love being around children and I have a lot of energy to engage them in many different activities, including singing, dancing, and creating =)
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Diana is really amazing with my 10 year old son, and she takes excellent care of him. We have been using her since April 2013. She picks him up from school, and is always punctual. She goes over his homework with him, and helps him with when needed. She makes sure...
Damon M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working for LAUSD for 12 years. I've worked with pre-k students up to 5th grade students. I'm currently a Speech Therapy Assistant for State Preschools. I've worked with children in the Spectrum, children diagnosed with intellectual disabilities & children with emotional/behavioral challenges. Although I don't work...
Margarita can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Margarita is a very reliable and responsible individual. She has a great work ethic and cares for the children she looks after. I would recommend her to any family!"
Glorybeth J.
5.0
(1)
High quality companionship to a person who requires assistance makes the difference. I do care for my clients' overall wellness. I appreciate the trust put on me working at my best level to offer an outstanding service always.
Gladys can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gladys became like family and was so loving , professional and helpful in all aspects of caring for our mother who was in her 90's and had dementia . We were so grateful for her ! An angel in our lives !"
Carolyn D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience ranging from newborns to preteens. I have babysat occasionally and nannied full time. I am fun, creative, and reliable. I'm currently in grad school pursuing a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy at USC.
Celine can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Celine was great with my twin 5 year olds, she played with the girls and fed them dinner. I’d recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My goal is to give the best support system possible to families involving quality of life and professional personal care to the elderly. I speak English very well and pay excellent attention to detail. I am a very compassionate and professional caregiver skilled in total care. My background has provided me a broad range of...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She works several afternoons a week caring for Mom with Alzheimer's. She's been with Mom for 1.5 years and we are very happy with her. She is kind and patient and knowledgeable about dementia. Mom thinks of her as a friend. "
Nancy N.
5.0
(2)
High quality companionship to a person who requires assistance makes the difference. I do care for my clients' overall wellness. I appreciate the trust put on me working at my best level to offer an outstanding service always.
Gladys can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning
5.0
"She took care of my mom, who had dementia. She was patient, caring, and professional, while being very personal and loving."
David W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate babysitter who enjoys working with children ages: newborn through 5 years old. I love them as my own. I am a trustworthy person, responsible, patient, very oriented, and punctual. I have a B. A in "Child and Adolescent Development" at the University of California state Northridge (CSUN) in 2014. I also got a...
Ruth can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Ruth was great... even tho it was just for a short time"
Edwin P.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Northridge, CA
Ellie R.
5.0
Ellie helped me with my special needs son and she was a fantastic caregiver. She was gentle yet firm, funny yet serious and 100% reliable. She treated our family like her own and never once let us down. I like that she took initiative and put in the extra time whenever needed. The whole family...
- Ellen G.
Kristen P.
5.0
Kristen has a great understanding and affection of pets. Her attention to their well being is event in all she does. She's a wonderful person and easy to get along with, flexible and dependable. I'm very happy to see how well my dogs have come to enjoy her visits and direction. I'm very...
- Mark I.
Hilmer V.
5.0
I have hired Hilmer to help my 83 yr old father regain his strength and muscle after he was diagnosed with cancer and currently undergoing chemo. Hilmer is always punctual and professional. He comes prepared and is always coming up with different ways of getting my dad stronger and more independent...
- Claudia K.
Diana S.
5.0
Diana has been a great addition to our family. She picks up my kids at their schools, helps them with homework, gets them to their gymnastics practices and my kids love her! She is always punctual, texts me throughout the day to keep me updated, and is overall very professional. I am soooo happy we...
- Erica N.
Margarita D.
5.0
We interviewed Margarita and she was amazing. She was on time, very kind, kids really liked her and didn't want her yo leave after spending an hour with her. She has an incredible background as well.
- Ani S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Northridge, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Northridge, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Northridge, CA is $22.68 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 Northridge, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Northridge, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.