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Find therapy dogs in San Diego, CA that you’ll love

528 therapy dogs are listed in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA

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Lois S.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Don't Have Enough Time To Run Your Errands? Call Me!

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, airline tickets, 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...
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."

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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.
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Emma M.


San Diego, CA

$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Animal Lover!

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, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashley T.


San Diego, CA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Pet Sitter - Providing Trustworthy Care For Your Pets

Hello! My name is Ashley, and I have a true passion for spending time with animals. I've had pets my entire life and would love the opportunity to care for yours! I offer dog walking and pet sitting services, with experience caring for small, medium, and large dogs, as well as cats, birds, guinea pigs, bunnies, reptiles, and...
Ashley can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Janice A.


San Diego, CA

$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Passionate Pet Caretaker: Ensuring Happy Tails!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Guided by a lifelong love for dogs, my heart gravitates towards these furry companions. Despite current living restrictions, caring for your furry friend is more than a service-it's genuine joy! Fostering a connection with dogs is a passion rooted in my profound adoration for these incredible beings. Dogs bring me unparalleled...
Janice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"I am so happy we found Janice through Care.com. Janice has watched our dogs, our house, and our kids. She even watched two additional kids last minute. She is super attentive, caring, kind, and punctual. She is an animal lover, and our dogs adore her. She...

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Emma C.


San Diego, CA

$22-27/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver with 7+ years in childcare, including 2 years at an elementary school. I specialize in ABA therapy for children with autism and am CPR/First Aid certified. As a creative, energetic college student majoring in Liberal Studies, I love crafting, engaging activities, and all kinds of pets. Reliable with my own...
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Jordan D.


San Diego, CA

$23-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Registerted Behavior Therapist (RBT) !

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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Emma C.


San Diego, CA

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Emma, and I'm thrilled to offer my services on Care. com! Animals have always been a significant part of my life, shaping my passion and expertise in pet care. With years of experience walking dogs and pet sitting, I understand the unique needs of each pet and ensure they receive the utmost care and attention. I had the...
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Nicole H.


San Diego, CA

$18-27/hr • 1 yrs exp

Here's your bio in English: Hi! I'm Nicole, an animal lover with 1 year of experience caring for pets. Since I was a child, I've had a special bond with animals and love providing them with personalized care, affection, and companionship. Whether it's dogs, cats, or other pets, I ensure they are safe, comfortable, and happy...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Emon G.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

With a background in psychology and child development, plus plenty of hands-on experience working with kids, I would love the chance to support your family as a nanny or caretaker! I've worked as a Behavior Technician providing ABA therapy for kids with special needs, volunteered with toddlers during playtime at Warren Walker...
Emon can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
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Christina C.


San Diego, CA

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Pro Pet Services By Animal Lover!

When I was in California I managed a rescue facility for pit bulls, and rescued dogs from death row. I housed some while training them in order to find them good homes. I was hired with a local business here a month ago, but decided to venture out on my own . I am the proud owner of a gold fish and a kitty I rescued during...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
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Ariel R.


San Diego, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Specialty Caregiver

4.3

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science-wellness; physical, occupational and speech therapy technician training as a rehab technician for many years as well as nursing assistant training in a rehab hospital in Kentucky where I am from! I was a Pharmacy Technician for over 7 years, so my medication management skills are...
Ariel can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Ariel looked after our 50-year-old son as he struggled to regain his capacities after a paralyzing stroke, when we could no longer do so. She was warm, encouraging, thoughtfully expert in the therapies, and supportive in every way, despite Daniel's gloom about his...

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Emma C.


San Diego, CA

$18-27/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare & Educational Support Professional

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver with 7+ years in childcare, including 2 years at an elementary school. I specialize in ABA therapy for children with autism and am CPR/First Aid certified. As a creative, energetic college student majoring in Liberal Studies, I love crafting, engaging activities, and all kinds of pets. Reliable with my own...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Mayte R.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter

Hello, my name is Mayte (MY-teh)! I graduated with an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy and have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and transition aged youth. I am CPR and first aid trained, and am currently working as a therapist at a transition aged youth center. I enjoy engaging with kiddos through board...
Mayte can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Soleil M.


San Diego, CA

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Soleil : Dedicated Home Health Aide

I'm a dedicated certified nursing assistant with 18 years of experience providing professional, compassionate care to seniors in their home. I specialize in the care of patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. I'm skilled in managing medication, performing physical and speech therapy exercises. My goal is...
Soleil can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Esme M.


San Diego, CA

$24-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Me

I come with a varied skill set ranging from working with older adults to young children with special needs. My experience in ABA therapy and caregiving has equipped me with skills for handling any household and situation, and my time as a private tutor has allowed me to practice developing close bonds with students. I am a...
Esme can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alice U.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Caregiver

Greetings! My name is Alice, I moved to San Diego last year for graduate school and am currently in the second year of my masters program for Marriage and Family Therapy! I am also currently employed part-time as a psychosocial rehabilitation therapist which I have been doing for a little over a year now. I was previously...
Alice can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Diana K.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate, reliable caregiver with excellent communication skills 30+yrs nursing experience ; Medication Certified; :Alzheimer's/Dementia:: stroke/disabilities. Physical therapy..; ADLS, CPR/ Errands/DR. appts; ; Meal prep/feeding Activities/outdoors; Companionship .. ETC. AVAILABILITY; 12/24 hr shifts ; live-in ;...
Diana can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She was a very good caregiver. She was Dependable, punctual, and a good cook. I have been using her for over 3 years. "

Care member

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Mirna L.


San Diego, CA

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services. I have outstanding local references
Mirna can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Justine V.


San Diego, CA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I am an occupational therapy practitioner. I have five years experience as a therapist working in the school setting with ages preschool-middle school. Experience working with various disabilities. I have obtained my handwriting specialist certification and provide handwriting tutor support. I can also support fine motor...

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in San Diego, CA

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

Janice A.

5.0

I am so happy we found Janice through Care.com. Janice has watched our dogs, our house, and our kids. She even watched two additional kids last minute. She is super attentive, caring, kind, and punctual. She is an animal lover, and our dogs adore her. She communicates well and is quick to respond....

- Care member

Ariel R.

5.0

Ariel looked after our 50-year-old son as he struggled to regain his capacities after a paralyzing stroke, when we could no longer do so. She was warm, encouraging, thoughtfully expert in the therapies, and supportive in every way, despite Daniel's gloom about his debilities. She was also immensely...

- Care member

Diana K.

5.0

Diana has been my mom's caregiver for over 3 years now. She is reliable on time and knowledgeable about taking care of patients. She is on top of everything. My mom started to get bed sores. Diana spotted and told me what I needed to get for her to treat them early. Even the doctor was surprised...

- Care member

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Ratings for San Diego, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Therapy Dogs in San Diego, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 321 reviews of the 528 listed therapy dogs.