Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in San Diego, CA
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in San Diego, CA and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in San Diego, CA that you’ll love
514 therapy dogs are listed in San Diego, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in San Diego, CA
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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...
Nicki R.
I'm a nurturing, creative childcare provider with a passion for supporting families and ensuring children's well-being. I believe every child deserves a safe and stimulating environment to learn, grow, and play.
My friendly and approachable nature helps me build strong relationships with children and their families. I maintain...
Safia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.8
(20)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time babysitter/nanny originally from Chicago and (happily!) relocated to sunny San Diego, CA. I have over 11+ years of experience in caring for children of all ages (as young as 2 months and as old as high school!). I am also a Master-level educator with a teaching license and expertise in English/Language Arts &...
Marisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marisa took fantastic care of our twin baby girls. It was a big deal for both of us to go out for the first time but we felt confident the twins would be safe and well taken care of with Marisa. We were thrilled with her professionalism and would definitely hire...
Hilary S.
Moorea W.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, attentive, and humorous.
I'm looking for a job that can utilize my 'jack of all trades' background from cooking to cleaning to fitness to admin help and more. I enjoy providing excellent service and pride myself on my "whole picture' perspective and finding the gaps I can help fill.
In...
Moorea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Nicole,
I was born and raised in Naples, FL but have been living in San Diego for 3+ years. I am an experienced and compassionate babysitter offering top-notch childcare services. My passion for travel and a healthy lifestyle keeps me active, and I believe it's essential to keep kids engaged and energetic as...
Skills:
CPR
Margaux H.
San Diego, CA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Professional Nanny Offering Childcare Services
With over 7 years of dedicated childcare experience, I am thrilled to offer my help as a nanny for your family. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of nurturing and guiding children of diverse ages and backgrounds. My approach to childcare is grounded in warmth, patience, and creativity, ensuring a safe and...
Margaux can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alyssa, and I am 26 years old. I graduated from Cal State University, San Marcos in December 2021. I got my bachelor's degree in Human development and health services. I have about 7 years of experience babysitting the ages 6months-10y/o and love every second of it. I am a hands-on babysitter, meaning I love to...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mairead H.
San Diego, CA
$26-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
I'm a qualified nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My background includes a B. S. in Health Behavior Science from the University of Delaware in 2016 followed by years of experience as an EMT, and most recently the completion of my degree as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from...
Mairead can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a positive and energetic college student with 3 years of paid pet and house sitting experience. I'm looking for ways to earn some money between classes while doing something I am confident in and love doing. As a long-time animal lover, I was frequently asked to watch close family and friends' pets ever since I was young,...
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Iris B.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I've most experienced and passion working with infants and toddlers for the last 7 years, including experience with nanny sharing and 2. 5 years as an Au pair.
I have CPR and I'm happy to re-cert if necessary;
Fully vaccinated, healthy, and smoke-free.
Own vehicle and clean driving record;
Excellent references;
As a caregiver,...
Iris can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexis E.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
As someone with a genuine love for nurturing young minds, I've dedicated the past three years to providing reliable childcare services for families. My patient and creative nature allows me to foster a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive.
I prioritize open communication with parents, ensuring that they...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leana P.
San Diego, CA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Leana!
I'm a flight attendant with a passion for working with children and creating safe, fun, and nurturing environments for them to thrive. I'm CPR-certified and have three years of childcare experience, including working as an assistants teacher at a daycare and providing childcare services to other families. These...
Leana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Marlene M.
San Diego, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(16)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm here to offer your family loving care, nurturing, fun, consistency, guidance, plus the full gamut of child care services.
I have 23 years of experience caring for others and thoroughly enjoy helping families like yours. I love children, pets and people in general.
My experiences:
Youth advocate, child care...
Marlene can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Marlene to care for our 100 year old Mom. She is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend her. She has tons of experience in addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of caregiving for a dementia patient. I really appreciated her therapeutic...
Kurt N.
Hi! My name is Hana and I am a reliable, positive and caring 27-year-old. I am extremely patient and try to truly connect with a child. I have 2 1/2 years of experience babysitting, including nannying for one summer. During this time, I provided ongoing service to a total of eight families. The ages of children that I cared for...
Hana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Christy, and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services. I graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, specializing in Child and Family Development, Teacher Education, and Counseling and School Psychology. This unique background gives me a deep...
Christy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Dylan, a dedicated housekeeper with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating clean and organized spaces! I take pride in ensuring every home I work in is spotless and welcoming! Whether you need regular cleaning services or a deep clean, I'm here to help make your home shine!
Need a babysitter? l'm more than...
Dylan can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
Janae C.
San Diego, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My passion for children's development and growth, coupled with my enjoyable experience babysitting, motivated me to become a babysitter. Families need reliable childcare, and I'm happy to support them. I'm friendly and approachable, which puts children and parents at ease. I communicate openly with parents, giving regular...
Janae can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Joy J.
San Diego, CA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a compassionate and caring patient-focused Nursing Assistant. I possess Nursing Assistant Training, BLS and CPR Certification through American Heart Association, and 5+ years of hands-on experience. Particularly, I am very effective in providing basic and direct nursing care to patients while maintaining a safe and clean...
Joy can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Esalia E.
San Diego, CA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over 3 years, and I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. My positive experiences in previous babysitting roles inspired me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. I believe in making a positive impact on children's lives. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable,...
Esalia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Isabelita C.
San Diego, CA
$25-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Seasoned, Compassionate Caregiver Available For Full Time Work
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
There are other candidates who are qualified for this job, yet I can bring more value because I have 16 years experience in providing home care mostly with people suffering from various kinds of illnesses including cancer and Alzheimer's disease. I provide care, mobility assistance; and is responsible for the ADLs of my...
Isabelita can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in San Diego, CA
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.
Marisa D.
5.0
Very easy-going, checked in with updates, and great with our kid
- Care member
Marlene M.
5.0
Marlene took care of our now 11 month old for about a month.
She did a great job with our baby and our baby loved Marlene so much!
Marlene was always on time and reliable.
- Sandy L.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in San Diego, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in San Diego, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in San Diego, CA is $22.87 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 San Diego, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in San Diego, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 247 reviews of the 514 listed therapy dogs.