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Sitter Profile Image: Marissa A.
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Marissa A.
$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
22 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Capitola, CA, 95010

Marissa is fantastic. She’s always on time and takes my pup on different walking routes all the time to keep him excited and interested. She lets him take his time sniffing around and people watching. We’ve already referred her to other neighbors and friends. 100% recommend!

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Jane S.
Sitter Profile Image: Celeste C.
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Celeste C.
$28
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
21 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Celeste was our regular dog walker for about a year. She's been incredibly in training our dog, caring for her needs, and coming up with new enrichment opportunities. Celeste is great to work with and I would highly recommend her services. She goes above and beyond.

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Clara H.
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Miranda N.
$28
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
6 repeat clients
4 years of experience
SANTA CRUZ, CA, 95062

About: Lifelong cat lover at your service! I’ve had cats my whole life and truly understand their unique personalities, quirks, and cuddles. Whether your kitty is shy, playful, or just wants a lap to nap on, I’ll treat them like one of my own. Reliable, loving care while you’re away — because your cat deserves the best! I have recently taken a break from my full time job and my schedule is fully open to take care of your little kitties for when you need an extra hand. I know how hard it can be to leave your beloved cat behind — that’s why I care for every kitty like they’re my own. With a lifetime of loving and living with cats, I’ll make sure your fur baby feels safe, comforted, and adored while you’re away. Whether they need playtime, quiet company, or extra snuggles, I’ll be there to give them all the love (and treats!) they deserve.

Sitter Profile Image: Mary Ann V.
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Mary Ann V.
$35
total per walk
4.2 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
capitola, CA, 95061

I have asked Mary Ann to help with the care of our family dog twice now and both times she was responsive with booking, cleaning up an accident inside the house, giving meds and showing up in time frames requested. We are really grateful for her help and service.

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Brett H.
Sitter Profile Image: David D.
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David D.
$26
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
197 reviews
42 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

I was really nervous about leaving my pup for a week. I met David before leaving and he gave my dog a lot of love and pets when they met and he clearly had so much love for dogs, which made me feel a lot better. He has experience with anxious dogs and is very kind. He was very responsible and always sent pictures and responded right away to my texts while I was gone. I will definitely be requesting his services again!

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Lau R.
Sitter Profile Image: Naomi M.
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Naomi M.
$23
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Aptos, CA, 95003

Naomi was very responsive and helpful!

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Jenna H.
Sitter Profile Image: Itzel P.
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Itzel P.
$18
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Capitola, CA, 95010

Always amazing!! Thanks for taking care of our pup!

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Brittany L.
Sitter Profile Image: Tyler D.
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Tyler D.
$22
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Tyler was awesome. He went out of his way to take extra time with Moose and make sure he had everything he needed. He was a great guy and really easy to talk to and work with. Definitely recommend him and will definitely reach out to him again to watch our dog.

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Sitter Profile Image: Marley M.
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Marley M.
$35
total per walk
4.8 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Marley is clearly a dog whisperer. Bruna is a tough cookie and takes long to warm up to people but not with Marley. They were fast friends and she was very attentive to all of Bruna's quirks on their walk.

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Sitter Profile Image: Emma K.
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Emma K.
$28
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Emma was fantastic! She was enthusiastic, communicative and incredibly sweet to our big anxious guy. She was engaged, comfortable with his size and energy, and it was clear she genuinely enjoys dogs like him. We’d recommend her to anyone with a dog that needs a bit more experience and patience!

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Sitter Profile Image: Christen L.
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Christen L.
$22
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Christen is very gentle with Wally and is very responsible and on time.although Wally is a puller, she could handle him very well. We would hire her again to walk Wally 😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrea G.
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Andrea G.
$35
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Watsonville, CA, 95076

About: For walks: I'm very experienced at dog waking. I can handle big and small dogs. I can move at any pace on walks including running. I like to let the dog set the pace. I will typically ask owners what commands they use with their dogs so I can help keep them trained and have them heel on walks. I always avoid other dogs just in case. And on hot days I plan my walks in advance and leave water out for the dog on the route before I start the walk. For drop ins and sitting: I will comfort your dog while you are away as well as feeding them, walking them, and playing with them. I can also give medications orally, but I can't inject any medications. I'm currently a student and since all my classes are online, I will have plenty of time for your pets. I'm free every day, but Thursday and I'm not free Saturday after 6pm I will comfort your dog while you are away as well as feeding them, walking them, and playing with them. I can also give medications orally, but I can't inject any medications. I'm great about making sure the house is completely locked up and the key put back in it's place when I'm done.

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda F.
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Amanda F.
$35
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Amanda was amazing with my dog, Luna. She took her on long walks and Luna came back tired and a very happy camper. It’s clear that Amanda is wonderful with dogs and genuinely cares about them. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog walker!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer T.
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Jennifer T.
$26
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Jennifer did an amazing job getting our super timid dog to be comfortable with her and with walking our two dogs. She was prompt and very communicative. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a dog walker!

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Julia P.
Sitter Profile Image: Skye M.
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Skye M.
$28
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Skye , is a lovely professional dog walker. My dog Scooby warmed up to her right away. After just a few days of service Scooby is now very excited to see her knowing a good walk is on the way. He can tell she’s an animal person. Skye is easy to communicate with, friendly and very professional. Can’t say enough of what a find skye is on rover. Happy new customer, highly recommend!

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Marin M.
Sitter Profile Image: Holly H.
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Holly H.
$22
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
8 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Prunedale, CA, 95076

Holly took wonderful care of my German Shepherd, Nicolai, for the week. She kept me updated every day with pictures and details of their walking routes, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. Nicolai looked incredibly happy and well cared for in every update. It’s clear Holly genuinely loves animals and treats them like her own. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and reliable dog walker! I look forward to rebooking Holly in the very near future. Hugs I appreciate you.

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley W.
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Haley W.
$35
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95065

Haley has been very easy to work with and has done a great job walking our dog

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Sitter Profile Image: Krista R.
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Krista R.
$28
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Aptos, CA, 95003

Krista is a wonderful sitter and friend to our pup. He always comes back calm and with energy expended. She is a great communicator and goes above and beyond to take care of our baby when we can’t. Thank you, Krista!

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Sitter Profile Image: Deanna D.
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Deanna D.
$23
total per walk
5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
13 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Deanna was very sweet with our dog. Happy to have it all work out!

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Natasha F.
Sitter Profile Image: Evelyn P.
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Evelyn P.
$28
total per walk
10 years of experience
Aptos, CA, 95003

About: I’m a proud owner of a crazy dog and a wannabe independent cat, and I’ve been pet sitting for most of my neighbors, taking their dogs on walks, and making sure all of their animals are fed and have had some time to play! I love all animals and I can handle anything from the most energetic puppy to a grumpy cat. I’m something of a pet whisperer I’m currently in highschool, so my scheduling for the next couple months is Monday-Thursday after 1:45pm, Fridays after 12:15, Saturdays after 3:15, and anytime Sunday I can stop by once a day or multiple times a day depending on what is desired in order to feed, check on water, take on walks, or just to get some play time in. Also super down to just keep your pets company for a while, because I know some of them miss their people.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sadie was wonderful. She walked my dog everyday last week and was kind, reliable, and great with animals. She was flexible, easy to work with, and great at communication. Would highly recommend!

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Anna M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lillian has done wonderful job taking care of my dog. She’s very knowledgeable, kind organized, and a great communicator.

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Debbie R.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

My special needs dachshund loves Antoinette! And if you know dachshunds… they can be rather selective. She was gentle and careful greeting him for the first time until he was comfortable, and he was all wags and zoomies afterwards.

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Mitra Z.
Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alisha, your dedication and love for every dog you walk is truly inspiring. Thank you for taking such great care of Bibi, makes you a cherished part of their lives. Thank you for the outstanding service you provide!

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Louis S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sherry was very attentive to what my routine is when walking my dog. I’m confident that she will continue with his daily commands and practices.

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Joanne T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I have a strong German Shepherd (Rosie) and, although trained, I would worry about an inexperienced person taking the reigns. I had never considered a sitter before but an injury meant I needed help walking her for a couple of weeks. Any worries were soon allayed. Shawna took such good care of Rosie, that she now beats her tail with absolute delight when she spots Shawna. I found Shawna to be a very capable person who is control, made it fun, and kept my dog safe.

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Linda E.
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The average cost for Dog Walking in Aptos on Rover is $28.6 per walk (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Walking easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Walking. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 4,359 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Aptos. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.

Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Aptos. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.

For dog walking services, you can request a report card update with specifics about your dog’s walk. Report cards require photos and can include a map of the walking route , total walk time, poop and pee breaks, and distance traveled, so you know exactly where your dog has been walking in Aptos.

Got specific details you'd like the dog walker to include? Message them in the app before your dog’s walk begins.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every walker on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

Yes, you can find walkers who have experience with handling special pet needs in Aptos. On Rover:

  • 91% of walkers can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a walker. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your walker or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and walkers on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement walker.

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