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Sitter Profile Image: Leanna G.
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Leanna G.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 209 reviews
76 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

“Leeanna and her entire family welcomed Frances with pets and hugs, and Frances settled in quickly. Frances always had friends nearby with Leeanna's three girls, who were so loving and gentle. There was even a slumber party in the living room with Frances, complete with piles of pillows Frances could burrow into. Leeanna sent pictures throughout the evening so I knew my baby girl was in good hands. I highly recommend Leanna, especially if you have a small, delicate dog.”

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Andrea H.
Sitter Profile Image: Lynn & Marty R.
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Lynn & Marty R.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
16 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93111

“Lynn and Marty were fantastic sitters for my fur baby. I had been looking for a while for a good fit for my senior dog and ended up finding them a week before my trip. Lynn offered up a phone call so I could talk about the care and treatment I needed. I was so worried to leave my pup since she’d been having some health issues, but when it was time to drop her off, Lynn and Marty and their senior fur baby dog had the best vibes and wanted to make sure my pup was well taken care of. I could tell my pup felt right at home and loved exploring their nice yard. I got regular photos and updates on how she was doing and whether she’d eaten. When I picked her up, Lynn and Marty said they’d miss her and she looked relaxed and happy. I would definitely be a repeat customer and would recommend this gem of a place for pet care 🐾 💕”

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Sonya V.
Sitter Profile Image: Jeanine S.
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Jeanine S.
$139
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 92 reviews
41 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93111

“Jeanine was the perfect dog sitter. She kept us updated every day on what Harley was doing. Jeanine treated our dog was her own. I highly recommend her and will leave Harley with her again”

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Rhonda S.
Sitter Profile Image: Danielle C.
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Danielle C.
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
3 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93110

“Danielle was awesome...she accepted the booking with little notice, and took such great care of Skye. He had playtime in the yard & walks....he was a very happy boy. Danielle kept me updated with photos....would definitely recommend!”

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Patricia G.
Sitter Profile Image: Shalon E.
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Shalon E.
$105
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 144 reviews
36 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

“I can’t say enough about what a wonderful experience it is for our dog to stay with Shalon! She spoils our pup with love and lots of walks :)”

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Melissa H.
Sitter Profile Image: SONIYA P.
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SONIYA P.
$68
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

About: I have experience with my 2 dogs and our friend dogs for about 8 years now. We used to take them to walk , hike and beach whenever we could. All my family love dogs and take cares of our furry friends like our owns. I am housemaker with cute 2 boys who are high school and college. And 3rd son Bruno who is always with me at home. I love dogs and always wanted to be with them to play and teach. I have a House with big back and front yard fully fenced. Also on the walk we always keep dogs on leash whenever we go.

Sitter Profile Image: Amber S.
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Amber S.
$70
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

“Amber was wonderful and attentive. She runs a tight ship with dogs of all sizes, and knows what she can handle. We had a great meet n greet at the local park so she could become acquainted with our doggo. We were fully confident of his care. This is her business. She takes their well-being seriously and the dogs always have an eye on them. Plenty of exercise and excursions around the neighborhood are incorporated daily. We would love to have our doggo vacation with Amber again.”

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Nina G.
Sitter Profile Image: Ryan M.
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Ryan M.
$149
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
36 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93111

About: I’ve spent over 30 years caring for dogs and other animals, both personally and professionally. My approach is intuitive, compassionate, and grounded in a lifetime of hands-on experience. I run a local Montecito dog walking business, working with dogs of all breeds and specializing in big, athletic, and high-energy dogs. Pet care fits naturally into my lifestyle. As a Montecito-based business owner and endurance athlete, I spend much of my time on the trails and beaches — often with a dog by my side. My lifelong love of animals, combined with my endurance background, makes me especially well-suited for larger or high-energy breeds. I genuinely love bonding with dogs and take pride in being a calm, confident presence — a natural pack leader they can trust. I care for the dogs I walk as if they were my own — with plenty of love, attention, and respect for their individual needs. I’m known for giving dogs the exercise they truly crave, whether that’s an energizing trail walk, a beach romp, or a steady neighborhood outing. I stay fully present and engaged, making sure each walk is safe, stimulating, and tailored to the dog’s energy level and personality.

Sitter Profile Image: Bradley & Carolyn S.
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Bradley & Carolyn S.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“Brad and Carolyn were so great with our dog, Marlo. They were very responsive and communicative, so nice to him during his stay, and just seem like they provide a great home. He even got a big, long walk.”

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Daniel Z.
Sitter Profile Image: Andrea & Kenneth D.
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Andrea & Kenneth D.
$126
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Westside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“Andrea went above and beyond taking care of our dog, Penny. She is an older dog and Andrea made sure she followed her med schedule and had all of the potty breaks she needed!”

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Grace C.
Sitter Profile Image: Aty M.
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Aty M.
$82
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Buellton, CA, 93427

“If we can recommend anybody to watch over your pup we recommend Berenisse! We left our fur baby for 3 nights 4 days with Berenisse and during that time, Berenisse was in contact with us, showing us videos and pictures of our pup and keeping us up to date with our puppy’s activities. While on vacation, Berenisse made our trip worry free and gave us that peace of mind that our puppy was in great hands. Berenisse is very knowledgeable, and professional. Thank you Berenisse for everything. We will be coming back for sure 👍🏽”

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Raul O.
Sitter Profile Image: Sandra T.
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Sandra T.
$126
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
5 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109

“Sandy and her husband were so sweet with our dog who had an injury right before our vacation. Sandy could tell we didn’t want to leave her, and provided lots of reassurance that our dog would be in good hands. Because of the injury she had a lot of extra meds, which Sandy administered easily! Thank you, Sandy and Tony for loving on Sadey! She even got a beach day!”

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Betty H.
Sitter Profile Image: Cassandra B.
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Cassandra B.
$43
total per night
26 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I’ve been surrounded by animals for as long as I can remember! 🐾 I’ve had dogs since I was about 6 years old, and growing up, my sisters and I always had a fur baby (or two… or five!) to love. 🩷 I grew up on a farm, so animals have always been a huge part of my life—from dogs and guinea pigs to bunnies, birds, goats, and chickens! I truly love being around animals and getting to know all their different personalities. Your fur baby will be treated like family while they’re with me—with lots of love, attention, playtime, belly rubs, and plenty of cuddles (if they’re into that 😉). My goal is for every pet to feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away! 🐶💕 I work from home Monday through Friday, which gives me plenty of flexibility to give your fur baby the attention, love, and care they deserve! 🐾 I’m able to take breaks throughout the day for potty breaks, walks, playtime, and cuddles, while still being around to keep them company. I love having animals around while I work, so your pup will have plenty of companionship throughout the day! 🩷 I have a sweet 9-month-old puppy named Aria who loves making new friends! 🐶💕 She enjoys playing with other dogs and would be happy to have some company, but I always make sure each dog is comfortable and gets the space and attention they need. I also have an extra-large crate available if your pup is crate-trained or needs some quiet time, and I’m happy to follow their normal routine and your instructions

Sitter Profile Image: Makayla S.
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Makayla S.
$39
total per night
4.5 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
21 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

About: I’ve grown up around dogs and cats my entire life and have lots of hands-on experience caring for pets of all sizes. All of the dogs I’ve owned have been over 100 lbs, so I’m especially comfortable handling and caring for large breeds. I’ve also volunteered at animal shelters, where I gained experience working with animals with different personalities, needs, and comfort levels. I’m comfortable with feeding, walks, playtime, check-ins, and giving pets plenty of attention and love while their owners are away. Pet care is already a big part of my everyday life since I’ve always had dogs and cats of my own. My schedule is pretty flexible, so I have plenty of time for walks, playtime, feeding, check-ins, or just hanging out and keeping your pets company! I know how stressful it can be leaving your pets with someone new, so I’ll always treat them like they’re my own. I’m super comfortable with both cats and dogs, especially big dogs since all of mine have been over 100 lbs. I’m happy to follow whatever routine your pet is used to and I’ll send plenty of pictures and updates while you’re away!

Sitter Profile Image: Ellen A.
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Ellen A.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109

“Ellen was amazing at taking care of our dog Daisie! She sent multiple photos and videos every day and we could tell how happy Daisie was playing with Pepper. I would absolutely book with Ellen again!”

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Ashley L.
Sitter Profile Image: Cheryl E.
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Cheryl E.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
51 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

“Cheryl was wonderful while I was away visiting family. It was my first time using Rover.com and what a wonderful experience! My pup Evey seemed to have a blast and I felt very comfortable leaving her with Cheryl and her precious pup Honey. Cheryl even sent pics of Evey while I was gone and kept me posted on how she was doing. I was very pleased with this experience and would highly recommend Cheryl. I will be using her again in the future!”

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Emily B.
Sitter Profile Image: Maria C.
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Maria C.
$139
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 year of experience
Goleta, CA, 93117

“My dog was very relaxed and happy with Maria. My dog's not snuggly but he snuggled up with Maria. Maria sent me photo updates of my dogs every day. She also monitored my dog's potty situation and offered to prepare and feed rice and pumpkin when my dog had diarrhea. She took my last minute boarding request and was very kind and responsive throughout.”

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Ting-Yi L.
Sitter Profile Image: sholeh M.
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sholeh M.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Isla Vista, CA, 93117

About: I have been providing pet (dogs, cats, and small animals) and house sitting services in Santa Barbara for the past 5+ years and have worked with many breeds and ages, including senior dogs. I provide individualized and attentive care for your fur babies. I’m dedicated to ensuring your dogs wellbeing while you are away - that means attention, playtime, exercise, feeding, and practicing commands. This is my primary work and my schedule is dedicated first and foremost to pet care. I do not have any pets of my own and do not board more than one dog (or a preexisting pack of dogs) at a time. I am happy to crate your dog if your prefer. I do not have a yard but guarantee numerous walks of varying distance and length, depending on your dog”s needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Brittany H.
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Brittany H.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Solvang, CA, 93463

“Brittany was THE BEST!!! She went above and beyond and I truly could not have asked for a better dog sitter for our puppy during our WEDDING WEEKEND! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lucy G.
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Lucy G.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
4 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

“Great experience with Lucy! My dog was clearly happy and well taken care of; would rebook!”

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Kate A.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Capitan home-away-from-home, packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Capitan.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Capitan sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter 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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in CA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

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