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Crystal S.

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Crystal can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am a PhD student at UCSB, but I have a fairly flexible schedule. I am available for morning and evening walks. I am also available most weekends and available for house sitting as well!

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Crystal S.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your house and animals as my own. I am a very clean person and will be there for all your pets' needs!

Information Crystal S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any medications or special needs that I can account for to give them the best care as possible while their best friend is away!

A typical day

I love to go on long walks and explore with dogs! Your pet will have plenty of sniff and play time with me! I also love to chill and hang out on the couch alongside your pet. I can be as active or as inactive as your dog needs me to be!

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Crystal S.'s Neighborhood

Only the best for your best friend!

Pet care experience

I am a current grad student who loves animals! I grew up with a beagle of my own so I have plenty of experience with sweet but stubborn, food motivated dogs! I also had experience fostering a dog while I was in college. I’m passionate about providing the best care and making your best friend happy :)

Reviews

Shirley L.
House Sitting • Oct 17, 2025
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Thank you for putting up with my fur babies

Lauren B.
House Sitting • Mar 30, 2025
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We couldn’t be happier with Crystal’s care for our dog, Lea, during her week-long stay at our home. Crystal kept us connected with daily photo updates, which gave us great peace of mind. It was clear that Lea was having her own little staycation—enjoying plenty of attention, fun walks, and excellent care. Crystal’s communication was consistent and thoughtful, and her reliability made it easy to trust her with both our dog and our home. We returned to a happy, well-cared-for pup and house. We highly recommend Crystal to anyone looking for a caring, responsible, and attentive pet sitter.

Barbara L.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 18, 2025
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This is the first time we have used Rover for our new dog. The other dog we have is very used to Rover visits. Crystal did a wonderful job so we could attend the SB Film Fest. Our new dog is very shy and reserved. We appreciated Crystal spending time to let her adjust. She took great care of both. We will definitely use her again.

Rob J.
House Sitting • Feb 03, 2025
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Crystal was a great house and dog sitter. She stayed in communication and texted photos a couple of times over the weekend. We would use her again in a heartbeat.

About Crystal S.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your house and animals as my own. I am a very clean person and will be there for all your pets' needs!

Information Crystal S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any medications or special needs that I can account for to give them the best care as possible while their best friend is away!

A typical day

I love to go on long walks and explore with dogs! Your pet will have plenty of sniff and play time with me! I also love to chill and hang out on the couch alongside your pet. I can be as active or as inactive as your dog needs me to be!

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Crystal S.

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews