Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in San Diego, CA
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Find therapy dogs in San Diego, CA that you’ll love
522 therapy dogs are listed in San Diego, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience dog and cat sitting for friends. I have also adopted a 16-year-old cat with IBS so I have some experience with senior cats that need some extra care. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I'm a recent law school graduate. I also have started walking dogs on agency with 80+ services since...
Dorothy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"My dogs did really well with her. She sent pics and videos of them while I was away and even tried to clean up my home a little before I got back. Very nice and definitely reliable."
Amanda V.
Elizabeth O.
San Diego, CA
$25-30/hr
Hello, fellow pet lovers! I'm Elizabeth, a loving and dedicated pet sitter based in sunny San Diego, California. With a passion for animals and a deep understanding of their needs, I provide top-notch care for a variety of pets, including birds, cats, dogs, fish, and lizards/reptiles. Whether you're in need of daily dog walking,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Patricia M.
San Diego, CA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!
I'm Patricia, and I'm ready to take care of your furry baby/babies!
I'm an outdoorsy kind of person who happens to love animals too. I have experiences on taking care of dogs, cats, and even birds & fishes as my family have adopted some in the past years.
I'm able to provide services such as: a pet walker, pet sitter,...
Patricia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Robin F.
San Diego, CA
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a full time teacher during the school year and I am looking to make some extra money during the summer by providing pet care services.
I grew up with dogs both large and small. I am currently a cat mom to two kitties (Blue and Bowie).
I am willing to and can care for cats, gods, birds, and fish. I can help with dog...
Robin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My names Rachel and I'm a grad student at Alliant's marriage and family therapy program. I'm in between semesters right now so I have some time until may 27th to help out if you need :) I love helping and am a compassionate person
Rachel can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep & more
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Have skills with elderly more than 6 yrs, and have alike skills in used appropriate equipment to move them, physical therapy and more. I have been trained to prepared special food such as pure,
Mayra can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
I am a friendly, 29-year-old female living in San Diego with a passion for helping others. I studied Communication Disorders in college at the undergraduate level, and Speech-Language Pathology at the graduate level (degree in progress). My experience ranges widely across medical care, speech/language therapy, behavioral...
Hello, my name is Jasmine. I live in Ocean Beach and I love all types of animals. I grew up with dogs, cats, birds, fish, and small mammals. I understand the importance of care to take on all beings and I'm happy to be of service to you and your extended fur family members. I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your...
Jasmine can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, dog training & more
Itzel V.
San Diego, CA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for the past five years, and have both a Bachelors in child development as well as my masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from USD.
I am a San Diego Native and enjoy being in nature as well as baking! I love working with children and families and look forward to meeting you.
Itzel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Melissa G.
San Diego, CA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've grown up with dogs my entire life. I can not imagine my life without one. My dog Emma is very friendly, loves to meet new friends and enjoys playing, as well as traveling. I am here to love and care for your pet while you are away Whether that be a week, day, or just a couple hours. I promise your pet will be well taken...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic and dedicated animal lover! I take pride in my strong eye for detail and excellent customer service record. I also have extent knowledge in a wide variety of animal features and behavior patterns. Adept at handling difficult and "high energy" animals with sensitivity and efficiency. I have experience/have owned...
Emma can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Have more errands than time to complete them? Give me a call!
My services include, but are not limited to the following: Grocery shopping, pick up dry cleaning, taking your cats or dogs to the vet, including out for a walk to void, pick up medication at the pharmacy, wrap Christmas gifts, etc.
My rates range from $20-$25 per...
5.0
"Lois has been a great help in a challenging time. She is thoughtful and compassionate and bright. She is also fabulous with my rescue pup. We look forward to her visits."
Care member
Hi I'm Amari and I'm 19 years old. I luckily got to participate in church services, sitting for animals. I've watched over both bunnies and dogs. Plus I've probably had over 25 of all different types of animals. I've had frogs, turtles, fish, bunnies, cats, dogs, and leopard geckos! I'm enthusiastic, trustworthy, dependable, and...
Amari can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Masako T.
San Diego, CA
$17-27/hr • 8 yrs exp
Kindness, loyalty, honesty, and respect, giving 110% to every client
Kindness honesty, hard work
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy giving back we should respect elders and take care of them. This is something that my mother instilled in me. I Believe treat people the way you want them to treat you. By being kind not...
Masako can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I am currently only available for date nights. A little bit about me: I have five years of assistant teaching experience at UCSB Orfalea's Children Center working in the classroom alongside a multitude of different children with different needs and personalities. I have a bachelors in Psychological and Brain Sciences from the...
Serenity can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Serenity is an absolute gem! She is so kind and patient and loves to be with children both educationally and social/emotional. We miss her and wish she would move back! Whoever hires her is very lucky!"
Juna K.
Kayla S.
San Diego, CA
$10-15/hr
I have always connected to animals since I was young. I provide any sort of services with the animals like walking, feeding, and grooming animals. Before I left for my junior year of college here in Arizona, back home in California I am surrounded by three dogs and two cats who I miss very much. I have been around animals my...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
I have worked with kids with ASD for over 3 years, I have decided to take a break from doing therapy but still love to work with this demographic. I am a very involved caregiver- I will always be playing and engaging the kiddos. I have experience with SPD, seizures, children who engage in self injury aggression and PICA.
Maryam E.
San Diego, CA
$30-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Personal Assistant, Errand Runner, Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, And Boarding Services
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
. Dog boarding at my own home in west Clairemont.
. Running errands and handling odd jobs
. Energetic and proactive
. Help with making simple healthy food
. I bring a genuine love for animals and personal experience to every job. My adopted Maltese Terrier, initially challenging to train, is now well-adjusted due to my...
Maryam can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Maryam is very responsible, kind, and helpful. She helped me with some personal care and food preparation. Highly recommend!!"
Care member
Hannah K.
San Diego, CA
$22-32/hr
I am going into my second year of school at San Diego State majoring in Kinesiology Pre PT and I am currently looking at physical therapy schools for my doctorate. My high school gpa was a 4. 2 and my college gpa is a 4. 0. I excel in science especially but can also do algebra and trigonometry.
Hi there! I am currently working as an RBT with kiddos/young adults of all ages (3yrs-20+yrs). I provide behavior therapy to kiddos across school, home, and community settings. I bring compassion & creativity to all the time I spend with my kiddos and absolutely love getting to know each of their individual personalities and...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in San Diego, CA
Dorothy G.
5.0
My dogs did really well with her. She sent pics and videos of them while I was away and even tried to clean up my home a little before I got back. Very nice and definitely reliable.
- Amanda V.
Lois S.
5.0
Lois has been a great help in a challenging time. She is thoughtful and compassionate and bright. She is also fabulous with my rescue pup. We look forward to her visits.
- Care member
Serenity G.
5.0
Serenity is an absolute gem! She is so kind and patient and loves to be with children both educationally and social/emotional. We miss her and wish she would move back! Whoever hires her is very lucky!
- Juna K.
Maryam E.
5.0
Maryam was responsible and kind and made us an amazing dinner. Scheduling did not work out but she was wonderful.
- Amber M.
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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 $22.01 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 251 reviews of the 522 listed therapy dogs.