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Find therapy dogs in Palm Desert, CA that you’ll love

60 therapy dogs are listed in Palm Desert, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years

Therapy dogs in Palm Desert, CA

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Anna C.


Palm Desert, CA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Anna. I have a deep love and passion for working with kids and pets alike! I am currently a Certified Personal Trainer and I will also be returning to school for Physical Therapy. I value your trust as I get to care for your littles! I'm eager to meet you and your precious kiddos and work with you :)
Anna can also help with: Pet walking
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Brittney R.


Palm Desert, CA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Looking For New Furry Friends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a responsible, dog obsessed caregiver always looking for opportunities to make new furry friends. I live with my husband and 4-year-old mixed breed dog , whom I adore more than anything. We are fixing up our new house and my ultimate goal is to make our backyard a place where I can host doggy daycare and boarding...
Brittney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a good reputation for being a kind courteous and caring giver my former employers would have nothing but great things to say about my services.
Brock can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Jasmin D.


Palm Desert, CA

$17-22/hr9 yrs exp

Helping Hand

My overall experience is going above and beyond providing excellent customer support and satisfaction in area of service.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Anna. I'm a friendly and approachable childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been overwhelmingly positive, which has further solidified my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. With three years of experience, I'm...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jenifer G.


Palm Desert, CA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Estate Management, House Sitting, Senior Care And Pet Sitting Experience.

Many years of experience with Estate Management, caring for elderly clients in their home and pet and house sitting services. I am very trustworthy, reliable and have many references.
Jenifer can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization
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Heather H.


Palm Desert, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

HI there, I'm looking primarily for part-time work. I have 20+ years working with special needs children in a tutoring capacity, and I've been a nanny throughout my life for children of all ages. I grew up with a cousin who is severely autistic (nonverbal), so I'm well accustomed to the lifestyle of special needs people. I love...
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Maria S.


Palm Desert, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Maria And I Provide Very Professional Help!

Hello, my name is Maria and I am qualified as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I would love to help serve my clients medical and personal needs. I always make sure to put in my best effort so I can deliver quality and professional service. I have worked in the medical field for about 8+ years working at nursing homes and private...
Maria can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Richelle S.


Palm Desert, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Richelle and I have been working with children all of my life. I grew up caring for my two sisters, one much younger than me and one with cognitive impairments. I have experience working with children of all ages, and have 15 years experience working with special needs, mild to moderate. I am comfortable with...
Richelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue...

Paul L.

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Cheyenne A.


Palm Desert, CA

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Caring And Dependable Personal Assistant Serving LA/OC

Hello! My name is Cheyenne. I am a Penn State graduate currently attending nursing school to become an RN. Ideally, I am looking for full or part-time work that I can supplement into my schedule while I finish up nursing school. Helping others is my passion and I have 6+ years of experience as a home caregiver, personal...
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Lauren R.


Palm Desert, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as a fun, loving, and patient person. I like caring for seniors because I care about them as my own family. I would love to help relieve stress by managing appointments. Assist with medication, and most requested services. I can cook, clean, assist with showers, manage pills, and drive your loved...
Lauren can also help with: Transportation, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"For over a decade, Lauren has been taking good care of my mother. She made sure she walked, which is a struggle because of her drop foot. Lauren made sure she had her morning showers and exercise after breakfast as well. Lauren also help manage the other caregivers...

Joan W.

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Tiana N.


Palm Desert, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Experienced CNA

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tiana and I am originally from California. I had been living in Florida for the past 10 years when I decided to move back to the West Coast and move here to the Desert to take care of my father full time. It was the hardest but most rewarding and memorable time of my life. I lost him just short of his 92nd birthday in...
Tiana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Tiana has been a wonderful caregiver for me for the past 3 months. She is an excellent worker who anticipates what I will need even before I do! I consider myself SO fortunate to have hired Tiana. She helped with showers, food preparation, visits to Dr...

Linda A.

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Kirsti W.


La Quinta, CA

$50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Attn: homeschool parents! I am looking to lead learning groups for this school year :) I am a former substitute teacher with many years' experience in early education/curriculum. I have also been tutoring independently for years and have found many kids thrive and gain confidence with one-on-one support and small group learning....
5.0
"Kirsti is the best. She fit right in with our family & my son instantly loved her. She always came prepared with different books and activities and always left him a little something to work on! I would have her three days a week still but he is in full time school...

Sarah B.

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Valerie R.


Indio, CA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Valerie, and I'm currently attending University online to complete my Bachelor's Degree in environmental science. I hope to contribute to saving our environment and planet. In the mean time, I like to spend my time reading and writing. I work here on Care. com to pay for my expenses. I've always loved working with...
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was so wonderful with our 3 month old. She is calm and was able to soothe him and take great care of him. She was also flexible with our schedule and helpful in all ways. Would highly recommend. "

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Analy L.


Cathedral City, CA

$27/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Analy ~ Pronounced ANA-LEE! I am a 2022 graduate from California State University, San Bernardino where I received my Bachelors Degree in Sociology - Social Service and Community Research concentration. I am looking to occasionally care for children when not at my full time job. I have had years of experience...
Analy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"100% would re-hire! We needed care for our 6 y/o while visiting from out of town. She was extremely kind and communicative. Our daughter had a blast with her and would recommend her to any families looking for help!!"

Sydney Z.

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Maddison E.


Rancho Mirage, CA

$30-42/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic And Reliable Nanny!

Hi there, I'm Maddie. I was raised in the valley and recently moved back home! I'm an energetic, passionate, and caring nanny with 3. 5 years of professional experience and 8 years of paid childcare experience. I have a strong foundation in supporting newborns, infants, and toddlers. In 2021, I expanded my skills by training as...
Maddison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maddie was our part time nanny for my 2 year old son. We was amazing. She created a calm and nurturing environment where he could play and learn. Very sad she will no longer be helping with our family. Anyone would be lucky to have Maddie for their nanny. "

Casey B.

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Aletha S.


Indian Wells, CA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Petsitter, Errands/Odd Jobs, And Housecleaner

I have 10 years of experience. I am a Caregiver and Petsitter with experience and references. My driving record is spotless. I am CPR/First Aid Certified through 4/18/26. Side-hustles: Having previously worked for a Housecleaning Agency, I now freelance as a Housekeeper. I can also help with Errands/Odd Jobs, Moving Services...
5.0
"Aletha is the best find ever for my 88 yr old mom’s additional day to day care needs! She is very good with details. Her kind personality is not over overbearing to my mother who is also a kind soul. My mom can be somewhat of an introvert at times and Aletha is...

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Luisa U.


La Quinta, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Therapeutic And Cheerful Sitter

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Mabuhay! My name is Luisa, 46 years old, have a General Education credential and a Registered Behavior Technician. These experiences give me a unique perspective in assisting families in need of ABA services. Currently, I am working full time in local school district here in the valley as paraprofessional for Special...
Luisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Luisa is amazing! We hired her to come watch out 6 month old son two night while we were in town for a wedding. Luisa showed up on time, came with toys and got right to it. She walked with our son around the hotel, played with him and got him down for bed with out...

Susan L.

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Kimberly S.


La Quinta, CA

$27-50/hr7 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant

Hello! My name is Kimberly, I am a 28-year-old college student pursuing my Registered Nurse. I received my CNA 7 years ago and 2 years working along with my team of caregivers 24/7. Providing care to pts with Alzheimer's/dementia/Parkinson's bedridden and hospice Pts. As well as special needs children. Here's a list of...
Kimberly can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly is passionate about setting realistic goals to helping you get through your challenges in a professional way. She is diligent about completing her work schedule, and is quickly apparent she and her team love their work, sometimes unfortunately a rare...

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Preciliana C.


Cathedral City, CA

$31/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic & Patient

I have great people skills. I worked in the nursing field in one capacity or another. Physical Therapy tech, CNA, with hospice & Alzheimer's. Although I changed my career path 20 years ago. I am still a caregiver. My children have branched out on their own and I have lots of wonderful grandchildren. I work as a full time...
Preciliana can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Palm Desert, CA

Richelle S.

5.0

Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue to work with her. She is a gem.

- Paul L.

Lauren R.

5.0

I live in the same location Lauren assist my friend. When Lauren passes by my apartment she always checks on me. She is always early coming to work so she can make sure the neighbors of her client is comfortable. Before she walks out the door to go home she is always asking if we need anything....

- Beth V.

Tiana N.

5.0

Tiana started with my elderly father 4 years ago. Her care, dedication, problem solving, cleanliness, timelines, impeccable homemade meals every night was so thoughtful I never worried about my father 10 hours away. Tiana was professional, gracious, funny, kept my father engaged in life until the...

- Tracee R.

Kirsti W.

5.0

Kirsti was great with our kids and we would definitely have her back!

- Emily D.

Valerie R.

5.0

Valerie is a terrific nanny. She helped me balance the needs of my 1 year old baby, while I tended to my older toddlers. She is kind, responsible and caring. I would definitely recommend her.

- Paul L.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Therapy Dogs in Palm Desert, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.