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Find therapy dogs in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

60 therapy dogs are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years

Therapy dogs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Nicolette H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-26/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

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I am comfortable walking dogs of all sizes and strengths and provide pet sitting services as well. I am a current cat owner and previous dog owner who has experience taking care of elderly and disabled dogs and cats. I am trustworthy and will take care of your pets as if they were my own.
Nicolette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have a sweet dog and I am absolutely an animal person. Please let me know how I can be of service to your furry friends!
Crystal-marie can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking

Nicole R.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-26/hr5 yrs exp

Purfect Pet Paradise

Hi furry moms and dads! My name is Nicole, I recently lost my childhood best friend due to cancer & I'm not ready to adopt another dog, but I figured if I walk & sit dogs I could get my doggy fix! I have worked with pet care service in the past (1 year) and stopped because I was given more hours at my other job. I go to SJSU...
Nicole can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine

Crystal-marie S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I feel I have a great ability to be compassionate. I enjoy helping and caring for seniors in need. I am looking forward to finding a fit so that I can be of service. Thank you
Crystal-marie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care

Andrew O.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Services: Pet Care, Tutoring, Running Errands, Or Odd Jobs

Hi, my name is Andrew! I'm currently a senior at ucsc getting my degree in environmental science. I offer a range of services including pet care, tutoring, and running errands. I am a hardworking empathetic, and trustworthy person with a passion for helping others. I have a strong background in academics being top 10 in high...
Andrew can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I have had experience taking care of my parents shopping, cleaning cooking, reading, changing clothes bed pans, etc. I have also raised two children and I have a lot of child care experience. I like to take care of people and make them feel like they are loved and cared for because the elderly population tends to be very lonely....
Marcella can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Andrew! I'm currently a senior at ucsc getting my degree in environmental science. I offer a range of services including pet care, tutoring, and running errands. I am a hardworking empathetic, and trustworthy person with a passion for helping others. I have a strong background in academics being top 10 in high...
Andrew can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi, my name is Andrew! I'm currently a senior at ucsc getting my degree in environmental science. I offer a range of services including pet care, tutoring, and running errands. I am a hardworking empathetic, and trustworthy person with a passion for helping others. I have a strong background in academics being top 10 in high...
Hi, my name is Andrew! I'm currently a senior at ucsc getting my degree in environmental science. I offer a range of services including pet care, tutoring, and running errands. I am a hardworking empathetic, and trustworthy person with a passion for helping others. I have a strong background in academics being top 10 in high...
Andrew can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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Erica B.


Soquel, CA

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Crafty Sitter :)

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Erica. I've always loved being around kids, my first job was babysitting. I've worked in preschool settings as an Aide for several years and loved every minute of it! I have a Bachelors degree in Art Therapy and would love to work on different art projects with your kiddos! I'm open to helping with cleaning and...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Erica is very caring, warm, and has a great imagination that matches our sons' vivid imagination. She brings creativity and fun to her child care, and was very communicative."

Agraja Sharma G.

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Karen M.


Ben Lomond, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Walker/Playmate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love animals... they are such gifts to us humans... and I treat them as such. I have a great attunement with animals, which enables me able to easily ascertain what they need/want and they respond very well to my huge heart and immense love. I have had cats and kittens my whole life and have also owned parakeets, rabbits, mice...
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Karen takes care of my pets regularly. I am gone on the weekends so Karen takes care of my 4 cats and 2 dogs. My younger Pit-bull dogs is large and very energetic. Karen takes the Pit-bull out 2-3x a week for hikes in Henry Cowell, runs on the beach and other...

Kelly B.

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Marcie M.


Soquel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am available in November! I'm finishing up with a family as their Nanny and personal Chef. I have enjoyed caring for their little one since she was 6 months old. She will start preschool when she turns two. I also spend one evening a week with an elderly Alzheimer's client. Included in my work history is experience as a...
Marcie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Marcie has been a wonderful sitter for my school age children. She is punctual, dependable and professional. The kids love her and I would highly recommend her."

Erin D.

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Noraleigh C.


Felton, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Household Manager/Family Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a Housekeeper Extraordinaire! Does your home need a deep clean? Are you looking for a move out clean? Are you interested in home support on a weekly basis? I'm here for you! I am dependable, trustworthy, proactive, and efficient when it comes to my work. I am a detail- oriented grand organizer and am able to...
Noraleigh can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Noraleigh has been so helpful to our family! She is consistently punctual, thoughtful, and respectful. She does a great job of keeping things clean and organized, and helps out with special projects. I highly recommend Noraleigh!"

Barbara M.

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Alexandra B.


Felton, CA

$25-30/hr

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

I am 57 old and a pet owner since I was a child. We currently have 3 dogs on our property (pit bull mixes) and two cats and chicken. We adopted young and older dogs and I am able to give medication in any form to them without fear. We had tortoises, Guinea pigs, rabbits when the kids were little. Basically I am comfortable with...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Gabby D.


Soquel, CA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have 2 years experience caregiving for client with various conditions (diabetes/dementia, Parkinson's, neuropathy, high fall risks, post surgery etc.). I'm a caring and responsible young professional looking for part time work to help out and save money for grad school (working towards my DPT). I'm flexible, reliable, and fun...
Gabby can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
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Candy P.


Felton, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Professional, Caring And Willing To Go The Extra Mile For My Patient, Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I can administer medication and do cooking and cleaning as needed.
Candy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Karen M.


Ben Lomond, CA

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver (Seniors And Adults)

I have 25+ years experience in Human Services field and have 2+ years experience as a Counselor. I have 7+ yrs experience as a Caregiver, for seniors and adults dealing with disabilities such as; Diabetes, MS, High/Low Blood Pressure, Heart Conditions, post operation recovery, Brain Injuries, Spinal/Neck injuries, Back Surgery,...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
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Marcie M.


Soquel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant, Detailed Right Hand

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have enjoyed caring for a little one for the past year and a half, from six months until she turned two. I am looking for a new family, with a baby as a newborn up until 5 years old. I work with seniors as well, doing companion care. Included in my work history is experience as a house manager, personal assistant, and...
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Tessa Z.


Soquel, CA

$21-32/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Nice to meet you! I'm Tessa, a kind and compassionate women interested in helping you out. I've been the assistant manager at a Covid response homeless shelter for the past year and a half, but due to its closure I'm looking for another job. I will be attending occupational therapy graduate school next fall! I have experience...
Tessa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep & more

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Santa Cruz, CA

Erica B.

5.0

Erica is very caring, warm, and has a great imagination that matches our sons' vivid imagination. She brings creativity and fun to her child care, and was very communicative.

- Agraja Sharma G.

Karen M.

5.0

Karen takes care of my pets regularly. I am gone on the weekends so Karen takes care of my 4 cats and 2 dogs. My younger Pit-bull dogs is large and very energetic. Karen takes the Pit-bull out 2-3x a week for hikes in Henry Cowell, runs on the beach and other adventures. On the days that the...

- Kelly B.

Marcie M.

5.0

Marcie has been an incredible nanny for our daughter over the past 1.5 years, and we cannot speak highly enough of her! From the very beginning, Marcie quickly became a trusted and beloved member of our family. She has a natural gift with children, always bringing warmth, patience, and a positive...

- Care member

Noraleigh C.

5.0

Noraleigh has been so helpful to our family! She is consistently punctual, thoughtful, and respectful. She does a great job of keeping things clean and organized, and helps out with special projects. I highly recommend Noraleigh!

- Barbara M.

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Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Therapy Dogs in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.