Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Northridge, CA
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Find therapy dogs in Northridge, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Northridge, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Northridge, CA
I have been working for the elderly for almost 15 years now. I always love what I do because I always treat them just like my own family who need the utmost loving care that I can give far and beyond. I feel so fulfilled with my job if I see the client and their families happy and contented with the assistance that I give. I am...
Lourdes can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Catherine K.
Northridge, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 10 years of experience helping individuals and families with a variety of tasks, including running errands, house sitting, and basic household management. I am dependable, detail-oriented, and trustworthy. I always prioritize the needs of my clients and ensure that their homes and tasks are handled with care and...
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,...
Ruben R.
Northridge, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as PERSONAL CARE ASST. and home care business for 12 years in Los Angeles, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Burbank, Beverly Hills, Pacific Palisades, Malibu and around the San Fernando Valley CALIFORNIA. For seniors 24-100-year-old in their homes, hospitals or elderly facilites. From hospice/diabetics/lung...
Ruben can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting physician, dementia, home modification, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I hired Ruben to care for my 89 year old uncle Tony who was suffering with terminal cancer and a broken back. My uncle was very resistant to allowing a caregiver into his home, but Ruben is a compassionate thoughtful man who quickly befriended Tony. He treated my...
Mark B.
Sabrina D.
Northridge, CA
$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver & Household Support Specialist
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Kimberly A.
Northridge, CA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've dedicated the past three years to supporting families and fostering the growth of children as a dependable caregiver. My passion for childcare stems from my own experiences working with children at my church, where I ensure their well-being during services.
As a calm, patient, and friendly individual, I prioritize open...
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Coyor L.
Northridge, CA
$28-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Coyor And I'm Looking For A Summer Nanny Position
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...
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
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: Pet walking, grooming, dog training, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting & 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, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Fasiat A.
Northridge, CA
$25-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have provided babysitting services for various families, caring for children aged 2-15.
Engaged children in age-appropriate activities, ensuring a fun and educational experience.
I have experience preparing healthy meals and snacks while maintaining a clean and organized environment.
Ensured the safety and well-being of...
Fasiat can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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
I plan on going into both Special Education and Theatre later on in life, and hope to one day combine the two and teach special needs children and adults performing arts:) I offer tutoring services for acting, basic movement/jazz 1, and *elementary-level* homework help for all subjects. I was a student teacher intern at...
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, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, 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
(4)
Life's busy enough-let me handle the errands! From picking up groceries to running last-minute tasks, I've got you covered. You focus on what matters, and I'll take care of the rest. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation, I love to cook. I am dog-friendly and can walk your dog. Pick up medications and...
Carolina can also help with: Visiting physician, errands, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"Carolina was amazing and helped me after both of my carpal tunnel surgeries! I highly recommend this gem!!"
Lisa T.
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: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"He is patient enjoys taking care of others and he is bilingual which is a plus"
Lisette H.
Guadalupe B.
Pacoima, CA
$22-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from UC Santa Cruz in 2017 with a degree in Psychology. I am currently completing my M. S. in Occupational Therapy.
I have 5 years of babysitting, 2. 5 years working as an Emergency Medical Technician, and 3 years in ABA. I am available to work on the weekends. I love to hike, run and play basketball. I enjoy...
Guadalupe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was wonderful. We were in town for a wedding, and she came to our hotel. Within the first minute we knew she was perfect. My 11 and 9 year old enjoyed talking with her, and when my autistic 7 year old came into the room she knew exactly how to interact with...
Teresa J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cody, and I've been providing pet care in our community for over four years. I started with house sittings, boardings, dog walking, and cat care, and eventually began working at a dog rescue. There, I was introduced to another side of pet care, working with senior dogs, energetic puppies, anxious rescues, and those...
Cody can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Cody is a very kind, and helpful individual. I had an injury that kept me inside and unable to bend down. I couldn't clean up after my inside cats, or care for my outside plants, and feral cat. He willingly took on those assignments, and was always gracious...
Stacey R.
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, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Northridge, CA
Ruben R.
5.0
Ruben, was very professional and took excellent care of my mother and offered his services to transport her from one facility to another which was approximately 3 hours away. My mother was pleased with Ruben and actually enjoyed the ride which was a concern of mine.
- Matthew L.
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.
Carolina O.
5.0
It's nice to know there are still reliable people out there.
- Druzelle A.
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.
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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 $22.71 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 10 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.