Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in San Marcos, CA
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in San Marcos, CA and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in San Marcos, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in San Marcos, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in San Marcos, CA
Jamie W.
San Marcos, CA
$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Jamie, and I'm thrilled to offer my services as a babysitter. I am a graduate student studying school counseling. I'm dedicated to providing a safe, loving, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. Starting June 10th, I'll have open availability through the summer.
About Me:
* Registered...
I have cared for many family members, friends, and others in the community with debilitating and/or life-limiting illnesses. I enjoy assisting and companioning others in their daily life activities. I am an upbeat, positive person with a great sense of humor, and I enjoy providing care and companionship to others. I am...
Kathrine can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, personal care & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an intelligent and intuitive individual with experience in a variety client care needs, including: Wound care, transfers Including Hoyer, assistance with physical therapy, incontinence Care, bathing, diet and daily living.
Alzheimer's, Dementia and Parkinson's experience as well.
Richard can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
I'm a student based in San Marcos, CA with 1+ years of experience and want to help families create a more comfortable home for more work experience. I'm also comfortable and familiar with animals as I grew up with them (dogs, cats, fish, birds), however I can NOT sit them in my own home unfortunately. I can only provide pet...
Maria can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Andrea R.
San Marcos, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Experienced Mother And Sunday School Teacher
My husband of 23 years and I live in San Marcos with our two teens who love pets and children. I have a wide variety of experiences including caring for pets, nannying, house cleaning, massage therapy, health coaching, meal prep, teaching, and more. I am a certified Holistic Health Practioner and a published health and wellness...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
my name is Diana I've been a caregiver for 30+ years. I have worked with patients who have dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, diabetics, simple companionship. looking to care for someone in need. I am very reliable I cook and clean I also have great references I also do some physical therapy ii work to improve my patient's health
Diana can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"Diana is the best! She is always on time, cares so much about her patient but also the family. She really helped my husband and I during a hard time with my father. She is seriously one of the best on here and if needed senior care again, she'd be the one I'd call!"
Alanna S.
Naomi W.
San Marcos, CA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a pediatric occupational therapist of 3 years! I love my job and the families I serve wholeheartedly, but I'm also looking for a way to bring in extra income in a less formal setting, but doing what I love, which is playing with kiddos! With a BS in psychology, a Master's in Occupational therapy, and 3 years of...
My name is Cassidy Casatico. I have been a special education teacher for the last 7 years and the prior 7 years to that I worked as a nanny, babysitter, and daycare service provider. I pride myself on being an extroverted, kind, and caring person and I love every part of working with children, even the hard parts!
Beyond...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
Sofia S.
San Marcos, CA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sofia, and I'm passionate about working with children. I'm currently a graduate student at CSUSM, pursuing my master's degree in speech therapy. At 23 years old, I have over four years of experience working with kids, including time as a preschool teacher.
I'm organized, reliable, and have my own car, making it...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Below are my experience and qualifications:
*Assisting Client with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, hygiene
Extensive experience with Alzheimer and dementia patients.
Incontinence care, transfers, Hoyer lift, assist with physical and occupational therapy.
*Healthy meal preparation, medication reminders.
*Reliable...
Taunya can also help with: Companionship, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Kimberly V.
San Marcos, CA
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Personal Assistant Available For Household And Administrative Office Services
I have experience in various organizational and administrative roles. I have provided household management services, scheduled personal and business related appointments and assisted in event planning and implementation. I have strong planning capabilities, attention to detail and time management skills. I am also proficient in...
Andrea M.
San Marcos, CA
$17-21/hr
I would love to be able to help someone who requires assistance. I already enjoy running errands so helping out someone that needs those types of services is going to be enjoyable.
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, transportation, errands
Heather M.
San Marcos, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide every type of service you may need. Some of them include, but are not limited to: assistance with phone calls, party planning, transportation, social events, make appointments, bill paying, companionship, light housekeeping, house-sitting, pet-sitting, assistance with everyday tasks such as reading, preparing grocery...
Hi there,
Choosing the right caretaker for your pets, elders, and children is essential. Whether you need a date night, a break, errands, or other support, I'm committed to providing the highest standard of care, love, safety, and attention for your furry and human family members.
As a certified professional in Human CPR, First...
Leyla can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Lucy S.
San Marcos, CA
$17-22/hr
I have a lot of experience in customer service, and I have a passion for helping others! I can do errands,a I hope to help in any way I can!
Hi there,
Choosing the right caretaker for your pets, elders, and children is essential. Whether you need a date night, a break, errands, or other support, I'm committed to providing the highest standard of care, love, safety, and attention for your furry and human family members.
As a certified professional in Human CPR, First...
Leyla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Daniela T.
San Marcos, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
hello my name is Daniela mother of 2 beautiful kids, am honest person hard worker, I have years of experience, exceptionally talented and resourceful housekeeping and cleaning services to clients, dynamic multitasker, you are not going to be disappointment.
Daniela can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"great communicator, efficient, professional, and kind."
Brian T.
I'm available for any type of service wether that be for your friendly pets and loving children. Feel free to review my profile and ask questions via message. Contact freely, thank you!
Sebastian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Ariana F.
San Marcos, CA
$25-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ariana and I'm currently a college student. I've worked doing a variety of different jobs such as babysitting, house sitting, dogsitting, tutoring, and grocery shopping (on Instacart). I offer these services and I'm open to more opportunities!
Nicole D.
San Marcos, CA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello my name is Nicole and I hold a Bachelors Degree in Liberal Studies, with a minor in psychology. I am looking mainly to tutor or provide assistance for virtual in-home schooling. I have been a nanny, private tutor, substitute teacher and student teacher for one semester. I have experience in classrooms ranging from...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in San Marcos, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in San Marcos, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in San Marcos, 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 Marcos, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in San Marcos, CA is $23.50 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 Marcos, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in San Marcos, 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 Marcos, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in San Marcos, 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 Marcos, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in San Marcos, 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 Marcos, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in San Marcos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.