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: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, errands & 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
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, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care
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...
Marcia 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
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: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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...
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!
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: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, meal prep
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: Errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"great communicator, efficient, professional, and kind."
Brian T.
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, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
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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 $23.45 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 10 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.