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 $22/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in San Marcos, CA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a senior caregiver for 10+ years. I hold an Associates Degree in Pre-Nursing and I have worked as a CNA at Skilled Nursing Facilities. Also, I have experience working as an In-home Senior Care Client Manager and I am familiar with a great scope of client's needs, challenges, responsibilities and regulations. I am...
Miriam can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
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
5.0
(3)
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: Respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal 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.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
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: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Kimberly V.
San Marcos, CA
$15-25/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
$16-21/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: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, 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...
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!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Adriana and I have worked as a personal caregiver for over 15 years. I am a compassionate, dependable and sincere person that will work hard in providing excellent care and companionship for your loved ones. I have a proven track record of excellence in providing for daily needs, including homemaking, cooking,...
Adriana can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"It was a pleasure having Adrianna babysit my kids. She was extremely patient with them and kept them fairly busy and entertained by playing with them at home and taking them to the park, I also appreciated a very good quality in her which was being an honest and a...
Ruchita A.
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Joan G.
San Marcos, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm An Experienced Personal Care Assistant Who Is Married, Have 2 Children In Their Teens.
I have 3 years of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation.
Joan can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
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: Attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"great communicator, efficient, professional, and kind."
Brian T.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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!
Hello, I'm Taylor! I have nearly three years of professional experience working with children, including over a year specializing in support for children with autism and other learning disabilities. My background includes training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, and I currently work as an Early Childhood...
Taylor Rose can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I've been a housekeeper for over 20 years and I'm very Efficient and detail-oriented house cleaner with experience in providing in-depth cleaning services for homes and offices. Skilled in organizing and de-cluttering spaces , cleaning products.
Irene can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in San Marcos, CA
Diana B.
5.0
Diana is professional, and compassionate. She has a gentle way about her and keeps me informed of my mother's condition. Diana takes notes and communicates with others as well. I do not trust many people with my elderly mom, so finding Diana was a huge blessing. 5 Stars!
- Marcia S.
Adriana V.
5.0
During my Wife's unfortunate battle with Alzheimer's, we had several caregivers. We hired AdrIana about a year ago and she has been absolutely phenomenal. First and most importantly, my Wife loved her,as she is so nice, personable and caring. She consistently went above and beyond in all aspects,...
- Curt M.
Daniela T.
5.0
great communicator, efficient, professional, and kind.
- Brian T.
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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 $22.96 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 13 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.