Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Walnut Creek, CA
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Find therapy dogs in Walnut Creek, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Walnut Creek, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Walnut Creek, CA
5.0
(3)
I have over 20 years experience of caregiving elderly family members with a wide range of illnesses including dementia, congestive heart failure, depression, walking difficulties, and much more.
I am patient, kind, understanding, and attentive. I have developed many good companionship skills over the years with a variety of...
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Judith is a kind , compassionate person that worked very well with my 92 year old aunt. She was hired to be a part time companion to my aunt. During her biweekly visits , there were times to play scrabble , cards , listening to music from the forties etc. She also...
Janice J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to take care old people alert/ not alert /Dementia/ Hospice/Alzheimer's /I can do also light house keeping for more comfortable for my client mostly I want my client more safe and happy my service too
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Angelica provided wonderful care for my father. He really enjoyed the days she worked with him. She was proactive and friendly and a hard worker."
Lena W.
Samantha K.
Walnut Creek, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm am Samantha. I've always been the friend to come over and help do laundry, or help organize. I used to run a cleaning service full-time and just now getting back to that now that I've started cosmetology full time during the day. Happy to help and have a great attitude :)
Samantha can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Cindy T.
Walnut Creek, CA
$25-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
My cleaning experience is most recently cleaning a church with many bathrooms, large kitchen area, lots of carpeting to vacuum and floors to mop as well as dusting, furniture polishing, stainless steel cleaning etc. I have previously cleaned residential homes, including working for a cleaning service many years ago where I...
Cindy can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization
Leomar P.
Walnut Creek, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Leo. With a passion for serving my community, I handle all those little tasks that can become overwhelming.
Why Choose Me?
Dedicated Service: I take pride in my work.
No Job Too Small: From groceries to post office runs, you can count on me.
Reliable and Trustworthy: Your tasks will be handled with care.
Flexible...
Hello! My name is Carole. I am a dedicated caregiver based in Walnut Creek, CA, with more than 15 years of healthcare experience. My comprehensive care services include meal preparation, medication management, personal hygiene, transportation to appointments, running errands, and assisting with laundry and housekeeping. Beyond...
Carole can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, dementia & more
Carmelita D.
Walnut Creek, CA
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time / Part Time, Live-In Or Live-Out Personal Companion, Caregiver
5.0
(4)
Taking care & caring of people is not just a job but a passion & a rewarding job for me. I am very devoted to my job & treat my client as a family with Tender Loving Care (TLC). I am a Straight Forward Person, Honest, Loyal, Trustworthy, Passionate, Empathetic, Compassionate, Optimistic, Flexible, Well Organized, Happy Person,...
Carmelita can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I have worked with Carmelita in the past. All her clients will tell you that she is conscientious, compassionate and has a good heart."
Minnie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jaime R, and I'm delighted to offer my services for weekend babysitting, as well as later afternoons and evenings during weekdays. I graduated from college in 2018 with my bachelors degree in Child Development and have 10+ years experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I dedicate my weekdays to shaping...
Jaime can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Trustline Certified
Lexi J.
Walnut Creek, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver & Pet Sitter | Providing Reliable Family And Pet Care
Hello, I'm Lexi! I'm a dedicated pet sitter with a genuine love for animals and experience caring for pets of all sizes and temperaments. I offer services like feeding, walking, playtime, and general companionship, ensuring your pets are happy, healthy, and well-cared for in your absence.
One client shared: "Lexi has become my...
Lexi can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Between growing up with three young nieces & a nephew and neighbors needing child care, I've been taking care of kids since I was young. Current working for family in Oakland, who will no longer needing my services past August, as their child will be attending school. I also previously was a personal assistant / nanny where I...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Courtney has been my neighbor for over a year and during the time that I have known her
she has been very considerate, thoughtful, responsible and dependable. I would trust her to
watch my children if I were looking for childcare and as a mother of two I...
Shelley I.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm a spirited, fun-loving, reliable, intuitive, silly yet firm caretaker with 10 years under the belt. The growth to witness and love to give and receive is what keeps me going! *Check my profile on the Care app to read my glowing reviews!
I've worked in preschools (vast experience with infants-grade school) public...
Collette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
I am a dependable and dedicated professional nanny with close to eight years experience. Devoted to helping children grow into happy and independent individuals who respect themselves and others. Provided full-time & part-time nanny services for multiple small children; ages from 2. 5 months to 5yrs, both girls and boys...
Remy can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It was a pleasure having Remy sub in for our regular nanny. She was always on time, great with our twin babies and easy to be around. She's very professional and trustworthy. "
Kristin D.
Brianna C.
Walnut Creek, CA
$24/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my love for supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option.
I believe that every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing environment where...
I am a responsible, organized, I love helping to create clean and cozy spaces in my clients' homes so they can enjoy their time in a comfortable atmosphere. My goal is to make your life easier by providing high-quality cleaning with attention to detail.
responsible, organized, friendly.
I enjoy helping to create a clean and...
Tetiana can also help with: Refrigerator cleaning, kitchen cleaning, move-out cleaning, general room cleaning, oven cleaning
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed working with children, for many reasons - what they teach you, their energy, spirit for life, and playful nature. This all began when I cared for my 10-year younger sister during my teens, and later raised my own daughter, now 27 years old, who also studied and works with children and education. I used to...
Negar can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of working with Negar for 10+ years. During the time that I've worked with her I have been continually impressed with her intellectualism, honesty, integrity, and resiliency. Despite all the obstacles she has faced, Negar has proven to be in...
Susie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a mother of five grown-up kids (all professional) & six adorable grand kids (not leaving with me). I'm a US citizen, half-Chinese, quarter of Filipino & Spanish (got it from my mom). As a nanny / babysitter, I have lots of experience not only to my own children & grandchildren but also to different families whom I have...
Carmelita can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Adays R.
Walnut Creek, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated, trustworthy, respectful, reliable and honest person with proven experience in residential cleaning and housekeeping. I have over 10 years of experience working in residential cleaning. On me, you will find a very organized and dedicated person with attention to detail.
My residential housecleaning curriculum...
Adays can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Evelyn B.
Walnut Creek, CA
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I worked in a skilled nursing facility for three years, where I was a manager for a Geriatric Rehab Facility. I managed and oversaw the work of my staff, which included PT, OT and speech therapy. I also assisted in the care of my grandmother post surgery (head injury due to a fall) and assisted an elderly neighbor as needed...
Evelyn can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
I am passionate about animals and care for them with the same love I dedicate to my own pets. I have a 16-year-old dog and two cats, which provides me with a rich and unique experience in handling different species.
Since childhood, I have always been involved with animal care, helping friends and family with their pets....
Isabela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Jonas B.
Walnut Creek, CA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Jonas and I have some experience in the childcare industry. I'm curious to see what the service looks like!
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Walnut Creek, CA
Judith E.
5.0
Judith is a kind , compassionate person that worked very well with my 92 year old aunt. She was hired to be a part time companion to my aunt. During her biweekly visits , there were times to play scrabble , cards , listening to music from the forties etc. She also drove my aunt to her weekly hair...
- Janice J.
Angelica L.
5.0
Angelica provided wonderful care for my father. He really enjoyed the days she worked with him. She was proactive and friendly and a hard worker.
- Lena W.
Carmelita D.
5.0
She is trustworthy, hardworking and a pleasant companion.
- MariaCristina T.
Courtney L.
5.0
Courtney is a loving and caring person. She is reliable and dependable and great with children. She is patient and hard-working.
- Sandy R.
Remy N.
5.0
It was a pleasure having Remy sub in for our regular nanny. She was always on time, great with our twin babies and easy to be around. She's very professional and trustworthy.
- Kristin D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Walnut Creek, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Walnut Creek, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Walnut Creek, CA is $27.02 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 Walnut Creek, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Walnut Creek, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.