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Meredith S. says "Our entire family absolutely adores Virginie. She's the first person we call when we need a sitter, and my 7 year old daughter excitedly asks for her...
Care Member says "Everytime I need to go on a trip i know my dog will be safe and well cared for by Francisca! "
Care Member says "Amelia is a wonderful caregiver for elders and pets. We really appreciate her communication and care with our elderly mom and senior cat. "
Tracy J. says "Gena has great compassion, patience, and integrity. She accompanies and mentors our disabled son in the community and at home working on daily living...
Brenna P. says "We were incredibly fortunate to have Patty as our caregiver for over a year, from when our child was in kindergarten through to the end of first grade....
Cecily D. says "We had a wonderful experience working with Summer. She took care of my 2.5 yo twin boys so my husband and I could have a date night. They played, colored,...
Brittany G. says "Isela is great with my kids. They have fun with her and respect her. I appreciate her communication i.e. she asks me permission before letting the kids...
Susan H. says "Professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable in a variety of subject matters. Would highly recommend for future positions."
El Cerrito, CA
Jeff G. says "Marlui worked for me from 1997 to 2004. I retired in 2004 to another state and asked her if she would come along as we were worried about finding another...
Prerna G. says "Kulwant is an amazing nanny who will quickly become a part of your family. She has cared for our son as her own, and he truly loves her! He literally...
Kelary H. says "Kimberly was a great responsible and very caring caregiver to my Father. I would highly recommend her. she worked 9-5 m-f. Hire Her!!! She'd be a great...
Emeryville, CA
Stephanie S. says "Amber has babysat for my two young kids (3.5 and 1) several times and we love her! She is dependable and fun for the kids and always takes the crazy in...
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60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $26.46/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0
Therapy Dogs in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs
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To find a therapy dog near you in Berkeley, 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.
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Berkeley, CA is $26.46 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.
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Berkeley, 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.
When you hire therapy dog near you in Berkeley, 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.
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Berkeley, 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.