Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in San Francisco, CA
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Find therapy dogs in San Francisco, CA that you’ll love
260 therapy dogs are listed in San Francisco, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in San Francisco, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Parents,
My name is Christin and I am the second oldest of four children. I would like to offer my child care services to you and your family.
I have always enjoyed working with younger children, and have had many years experience working as a full time nanny for private families as well as working for...
Christin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Christin is amazing. She is self motivated, punctual, and dependable. She immediately bonded with my son and he always had so much fun with her. I would absolutely hire Christin again."
Ashley U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a full-time student at San Francisco State University studying Child and Adolescent Development with a minor in Special Education. I work part time as a student assistant for a program called College Corps at SFSU; a program that supports low income students by partnering them with non-profit organizations across the...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My wife and I had Samantha babysit our 9 & 12 year olds for date night. She was fantastic, and our kids had fun evening playing monopoly. They were sound asleep when we got home too! :) "
Care member
1.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Rina. I have been a caregiver for 5.5 years with the same loving family. I took care of both mother and father until the passing of the father in October 2011. My duties included doctor's visits, cooking, light cleaning, laundry, giving out medicine and or insulin. This family became my family and I find it a...
Katharina can also help with: Respite care, errands, personal care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Hi Future Families,
From an early age, I've supported caregiving in many diverse homes- from babysitting and nannying to helping home-school children. I've cared for multiples, varying in age from new born through pre-teen. Throughout my 21+year career in Retail Management, I've gained skills such as strategic planning,...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a full time website contractor that is looking to expand my services. I have babysat for both kids and adults and have found it very rewarding. My schedule is flexible but I am more available during mornings, nights and weekends. In the past I was approved to work with the Big Brother/Little Brother program, which if...
David can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
My patience, kindness, and love for children makes caregiving a joyful experience for both parties. My sense of responsibility and mindful boundary setting help me act effectively and instill values of respect in the developing child. I have experience working with seniors with dementia, and am looking to gain more experience...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I am currently a moderate/severe needs pre-kindergarten teacher in SFUSD. I bring to our services a dynamic background spanning various educational settings, grades, and states. This includes adaptability and insight to meet the diverse needs of students, particularly in primary grades and those with special needs.
As a...
I have 6 years of experience taking care of newborns, babies, toddlers and young children.
I enjoy taking kids on nature walks, libraries, bike rides, visits to exciting playgrounds, museums and zoos. At home, I like to cook and do low-mess art projects like watercoloring and playing with clay. I have a car and a clean driving...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Abigail. Over the past eight years I have had the pleasure of working with children from various backgrounds and ages ranging from toddlers to high schoolers. I have worked with kids in various settings- both in home and in after school care. A little bit about me: I am from Kansas City where I attended college...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience as a nanny, for private families as well as day care facilities, in the Bay Area. My experience ranges from newborns to teenagers. I have excellent references and can provide those for you upon request. The services I can provide for your family include, but are not limited to: caring for up to...
Carmen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
Hello! My name is Amanda, and I am a passionate and energized caregiver.
I have experience working with children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, and am happy to provide learning based care to young children and act as a supervisor to teens. I am patient, kind, and reliable, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Stanford '18 graduate who works in higher ed now, as part of the student services team at Alder Graduate School of Education in Redwood City. I'm looking for some weekend/date night nannying gigs that might allow me to spend time with kids in my spare time, particularly infants/toddlers given my past experience. I earned a...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Adriana was an amazing nanny for us when we moved to a new place without good childcare. She was very loving to our son and worked hard to accommodate our families needs. Would love to work with her again"
Maiken M.
Madeline G.
San Francisco, CA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Student (USFCA) CPR And AED Certified Babysitter And Tutor
Hello! I'm a second-year college student at the University of San Francisco, majoring in Biology with aspirations for a career in medicine. Energetic and bubbly, my magnetic personality shines, especially with children. I've always been drawn to working with kids and envision myself as a future pediatrician! Describing myself as...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.5
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a matured lady, responsible and caring nanny. I have eight years of experience looking after babies and toddlers. The thing I love most about being a nanny is I enjoy taking care of children. My duties include taking care, playing, preparing baby food, reading, talking and taking the baby for walks. I keep playing areas...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nancy took care of my daughter from when she was 6 months to 13 months. She is very kind, warm and caring, kept our house clean and took my daughter on daily excursions to the park, story time, museums and gardens. "
Elizabeth M.
Naomi J.
San Francisco, CA
$23-28/hr
Services I provide
Life skills coaching including cooking, learning public transit and outings
Executive functioning coaching including teaching time management and school organization
Job coaching such as resume building, interview practice
Social skills coaching and practice
About Me
I have worked with individuals with...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Sasha, I'm a San Francisco native with a 5 year background in childcare, I'm currently in school at SF state and I previously worked with a Montessori preschool. In the past I've worked with reputable summer camps and outdoor education services. I work with children of all ages 0- 13.
I am CPR and First Aid...
Sasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Carmen F.
San Francisco, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Monday-Wednesday, 4:30pm-11pm, Friday 4:30pm-2am, Saturday-Sunday 9am-12am
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carmen and I have 8 years of experience working in childcare. For the last four years I have been a nanny and household assistant to multiple families, ages ranging from 3 months to 7 years. I'm currently part time nanny, but am looking for more work to fill up my mornings!
I am a 3rd year at San Francisco state,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Alexis L.
San Francisco, CA
$32-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Household Manager, Family Assistant, And Nanny
Household manager, family assistant, and nanny experienced working in fine homes and committed to providing quality personalized service with heart. With over 20 years experience, I have preformed a wide array of duties, including:
Grocery shopping /meal preparation, errand running/gift buying, complete pet care, tracking...
I am a Princeton Graduate with 4 years of teaching experience and CPR/First Aid certification. I have numerous years of experience working kids of all ages (Truly! I've worked with infants, toddlers, elementary, middle and secondary school-aged kids). I enjoy fostering kids creativity and imagination through play, reading, arts...
Evie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough wonderful things about Evie. My "spicy" 2.5-year-old daughter took to her immediately (rare!). Evie is just a total pro. She knew to get on my daughter's level, and take an interest in her, she was silly and playful, and made her feel totally...
Sara D.
Alexis L.
San Francisco, CA
$32-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Family Assistant, Household Manager, Nanny
I'm a professional nanny, household manager, FA, estate manager, and chef w/over 20 years experience serving families in the Bay Area.
Many of my placements have been facilitated by professional agencies, so I am already "trustlined" and have excellent references. In the role of FA and HM, I pride myself by providing a variety...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Alexis provided caregiving services for my children and provided some house management services. She was fantastic at designing art projects, taking the kids outside and playing ball and driving them to school and various activities. She worked with us for...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in San Francisco, CA
Christin K.
5.0
Christin is amazing. She is self motivated, punctual, and dependable. She immediately bonded with my son and he always had so much fun with her. I would absolutely hire Christin again.
- Ashley U.
Samantha P.
5.0
Samantha was amazing with our 3 and 1 yr olds. She was kind, experienced, and really great with them.
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Adriana R.
5.0
Adriana was an amazing nanny for us when we moved to a new place without good childcare. She was very loving to our son and worked hard to accommodate our families needs. Would love to work with her again
- Maiken M.
Nancy P.
5.0
Nancy is THE BEST nanny we could have hoped for. She is such a good, caring person and we feel truly blessed to have had her as part of our life. She took care of our little one for over two months (full time), always with a smile, great energy and just an overall reassuring "motherly" attitude. She...
- Kfir A.
Evie E.
5.0
I can't say enough wonderful things about Evie. My "spicy" 2.5-year-old daughter took to her immediately (rare!). Evie is just a total pro. She knew to get on my daughter's level, and take an interest in her, she was silly and playful, and made her feel totally comfortable. We also have a 1-year-old...
- Sara D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in San Francisco, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in San Francisco, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in San Francisco, CA is $26.15 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 Francisco, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in San Francisco, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 136 reviews of the 260 listed therapy dogs.