Pet Sitting Santa Clara
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“Mary is an amazing cat sitter , she stayed more than the 30 minutes I paid for and went above and beyond to make sure my cat was comfortable and well cared for while I was away .I would 💯 percent recommend her”
About: I've been around pet friends my entire life! I am also a proud dog parent to a rat-chi of 6 years. My experience is most with dogs, but I have been a dog and cat sitter for family and friends for several years. I welcome both dogs and cats of all age ranges, and can't wait to meet, care, and play with your fur baby! I'll have plenty of time to look after your pets in between working part time and school! I am most available on weekends, but am happy to do pet sitting, walking, and boarding on weekdays as needed. I am always available to reach via texting/phone call, and work to keep you updated for peace of mind knowing your fur baby is being well taken care of.
About: I have grown up having dogs my whole life. I love them and currently have two dogs back home. I have experience with pet sitting including neighbors and family’s dogs, along with experience walking dogs. I’m currently working part time so I have a lot of room in my schedule for dog walking! I would love to make a regular weekly routine if possible but also love picking up times and walkings whenever needed. I will always make sure the dog is safe and feels comfortable wherever they are! From growing up having dogs, I am very good at making sure the environment is safe and the dog has fun!
About: Hello! I have spent my whole life living and caring for dogs. From newly rescued puppies to well-lived seniors dogs, high maintenance runners to backyard loungers, I have experience caring for all ages and types of dogs. I look forward to getting to know you and your pets!! I'm currently working part time, but I am available in the mornings, at lunchtime, and the evenings to tend to any needs. My time is also opening up to being very open at my internship ends in August. Caring for pets in clients homes is a very attentive experience for me. I love to spend time, walk, play, and care for your pet exactly as needed!
“We had a great experience with Hsuan-Chu. She took such good care of our cats and really spent time playing with them, which they loved. Clove is usually pretty shy and nervous around new people, but she actually felt comfortable with Hsuan-Chu and even warmed up to her, which meant a lot to us. Cumin also enjoyed spending time with her and clearly had a great time playing. Communication was easy, we always got thoughtful updates, and we could tell they were both happy and well cared for. We’d definitely book with her again.”
About: I grew up with five pets (2 dogs and 3 cats), so caring for animals has always been a part of my life. Since moving away for college, I miss having pets around, which is why I joined Rover. I’ll treat your pet like they’re my own by giving them plenty of love, attention, exercise, and care while following their routine and your instructions. My goal is for both you and your pet to feel happy, comfortable, and safe every step of the way. I’m currently working part-time, which gives me a flexible schedule for walks and drop-in visits throughout the week. I already enjoy going on daily walks, so bringing a dog along makes them even better! I’ll make sure your pet gets plenty of exercise, attention, and care while I’m with them. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I’ll carefully follow your care instructions, whether that’s feeding schedules, potty breaks, or favorite walking routes. I pay close attention to each dog’s body language and personality so they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I’ll also keep you updated with messages and photos so you always know how your pet is doing!
About: I am a reliable and responsible pet sitter who treats every pet like my own. I am comfortable caring for puppies, adult dogs, and senior pets while following their routines and specific needs. My goal is to keep your pet safe, happy, and loved while you're away. I'm currently a online student home for the summer, along with working part time. Available weekends, weekdays, early mornings to late nights. I am committed to being dependable and ensuring pets receive consistent care and companionship while their owners are away. I have a fenced yard with my own friendly pup to be play pals with, but also could I also can follow their normal routine as closely as possible to help them feel comfortable and secure. I provide fresh food and water, clean litter boxes, playtime, and plenty of attention while respecting the pet's individual personality and needs.I keep owners updated with messages and photos so they can have peace of mind while they're away.
“Robyn was an awesome companion for Missy while I was gone for 3 days. They both took to each other very well and I was feeling very confident with Robyn taking care of my little girl. I will definitely use Robyn again!”
About: I have experience with: 🐶 Puppies (potty routines & reinforcing basic training) 🐾 Senior dogs requiring patience and gentle handling 🦴 Special feeding schedules and dietary needs 🐕 Multi-dog households and safe introductions I have a secure fenced yard for supervised outdoor play and exercise. Safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I pay close attention to behavior, body language, and routines to ensure each dog feels secure and cared for. You’ll receive regular photo updates so you can feel confident and relaxed while you’re away. Your dog will be treated like one of my own — with patience, consistency, and genuine care. PPet care fits very naturally into my daily routine. Aside from quick errands like grocery runs, I dedicate my time to caring for pets, which allows me to be home for extended periods and provide consistent supervision, attention, and companionship. I’m available for boarding on weekends and most weekdays, and I’m flexible with drop-offs and pick-ups. Because I structure my schedule around pet care, your dog won’t be left alone for long stretches. I prioritize regular playtime, walks, feeding routines, and calm rest periods throughout the day. My goal is to make your pet feel safe, comfortable, and happily engaged while you’re away. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I provide a calm, structured home environment with a secure fenced yard for safe, supervised outdoor play. All introductions are done slowly and carefully to ensure a positive experience, especially since I have had dogs and cats of my own from when I was a child and understand multi-pet dynamics. I closely monitor behavior, energy levels, and interactions at all times. Pets are never left unsupervised outside, and I follow each owner’s instructions carefully — including feeding schedules, exercise needs, medications, and special routines. In a client’s home, I respect your space and maintain your pet’s normal routine to reduce stress. Cleanliness, communication, and consistent updates (with photos!) are part of my standard care. Your pet will be treated like family in a safe, attentive, and loving environment.
About: Everyone on here walks, but does your dog need an extra workout? I am willing to stroll, walk, play, and even run with your pup! I have two family dogs (Santita and Elphaba) who I love running with. While my living situation does not allow pets, I would be delighted to walk or pet sit your fluffy friend with the same respect, love, and care as my own. For walks and check ins, I am available in the mornings through 4pm everyday. My August/Fall schedule has not been confirmed as I will be starting a new job. Don’t let that stop you from reaching out, I am very flexible and am sure we can work out a schedule that fits your pets’ needs! Please contact me for more information on overnight stays. I will keep you notified on our events throughout the walk or stay. I will ensure your pets have enough water and food before I leave. Any kennels are locked and toys are put away. I double check kennel and house locks and wait a few minutes to make sure the pups don’t get out.
About: I enjoy caring for dogs and cats and always treat every pet with patience and attention. I am responsible, dependable, and careful about following each owner’s instructions, including feeding, fresh water, playtime, and other daily care needs. I am generally available in the afternoons and evenings, which gives me plenty of time for drop-in visits and pet care. I can also adjust my availability depending on the day and the needs of each pet. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I carefully follow the owner’s instructions and routine. I make sure pets have fresh water and food, keep doors and gates secure, and give them plenty of attention while respecting their space and comfort.
“Rita did such a great job with my anxious pup, Zero. Zero warmed up to her quickly and appeared very comfortable by her presence. Zero is usually nervous around unfamiliar people but Rita had no problem driving Zero to the park and getting settled in her car seat. Thank you Rita! We are excited to book with you again😊”
“Suz went above and beyond caring for Luna and Zozo. It was such a relief knowing they were safe and taken care of by someone who loves animals just as much as I do. She even was okay with a last minute plan change which is so deeply appreciate. Highly recommend!”
“I’m so grateful for Xi’s help in taking care of my cat Hoo Hoo while I was away for five days. She went above and beyond — giving him playtime, attention, and making sure he never felt lonely. I could tell from the photos that he really enjoyed her company! Thank you, Xi, for treating him like your own.”
“My husband and I needed somebody to check in on our cats on short notice, and we are glad Li was able help! She took care to leave thorough updates for each visit and was able to give Joey his medication. We would hire Li again to watch our cats.”
“Keilah was such a great sitter. She was very quick to respond, very accommodating, and spent plenty of time making sure the pups were entertained while she dropped in for the hour. Definitely would book again!”
About: I've owned pets since I was a kid, from Aussies to Pitties to cats. I love all animals and their unique personalities. I'm here to help you care for your fur family, from walks to feeding, to sitting. I'm very patient and reliable and have open availability to be here to help when you need it. I'm currently have a very flexible work schedule and am looking to help keep myself occupied as well as another source of income. I'm a single mom of a High School Senior so I have lots of free time to devote to your pets. I'll provide care for your pet in your home. I'll feed, water, walk, entertain and clean up after; however snuggles and pets are free. If your pet has special needs like meds, diet, mobility restrictions, I'll gladly help as needed as well. Your pets will be in good hands.
“Sandra was such a pleasure to work with and has been kind and attentive. Very responsive and communicative when it comes to messages and photo updates. Sandra adapted really well and with a lot of understanding when my cat had suddenly gotten sick and had different needs than we had originally discussed. My cat usually takes a while to be comfortable around new people and keeps himself hidden or acts sassy but by Sandra's second visit he was coming out of hiding to engage in a friendly way which I think shows good intuition and understanding of an animal's social ques on Sandra's part. Would love to have Sandra as a regular sitter for my cat.”
About: I enjoy caring for dogs of all stages and taking them on fun and safe nature walks. I have experience with puppies, teaching commands, and tending to older dogs with medical needs such as special diets, medication feeding. I currently work part time and enjoy being around nature and animals so this is very enjoyable for me to do as a second part time job. I like spending additional time with other dogs and cats. I have a pretty flexible schedule so I can fit in time for your loved pets. I'm very detail oriented and will follow pet parent's instructions as how to care for your pet. If there are things you prefer and or rather avoid I will ensure to follow directions.
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Santa Clara is $29
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Santa Clara
Best sitter ever!! Very attentive to my cat’s needs, she does what it takes to make them comfortable around her, and ensure they are doing good in my absence. Followed all of my instructions to a tee (and my cat takes multiple medications). I will Definitely be using her again!! Highly recommend!!
Mámoo very generously helped out with our pups last minute. One of our dogs can be very unsure about new people but went right up to Mámoo to greet them and seemed comfortable and at ease. Mámoo was communicative, warm, and clearly has a deep connection to animals
Maya is great! She was on time and followed all instructions properly. She sent us lots of pictures which gave us peace of mind during our trip. My dog was taken good care of and I’m very grateful. Will definitely book with her again and recommend to other people!
We could not be happier with the wonderful care our cats received from Jin! She was amazingly attentive, sending us detailed daily updates and photos that put our minds completely at ease while we were away. On top of being an incredible cat sitter, Jin went above and beyond by taking care of our garden and plants. We are so grateful for her kindness and thoroughness, and we will definitely be booking Jin again! Highly recommended!
We were so lucky to have Lucy take care of our two cats while we were on vacation. Before our trip, we had a meet-and-greet with her to introduce Muffy and Waffy and go over all of their routines and needs. Lucy was attentive, thoughtful, and easy to communicate with from the very beginning. During our trip, Lucy sent us lots of photos and updates of Muffy , which gave us great peace of mind and allowed us to truly enjoy a worry-free vacation in Hawaii. Whenever she had a question, such as whether to adjust the amount of dry food for a stray cat that visits our yard, she reached out and kept us informed. Lucy also went above and beyond by helping us roll the garbage bins out to the street and bringing them back afterward. On her last visit, she even gave Muffy and Waffy some treats and helped tidy up their area before we returned home. Lucy is friendly, reliable, responsible, and genuinely caring. It was a pleasure working with her, and we felt completely comfortable leaving our cats in her care. We would absolutely book with Lucy again in the future and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter! 😊
I requested Sydney to check in on Eevee for a week on short notice and she helped me out immensely. She actually put in the effort to make my baby feel comfortable and she warmed up to her in no time. Sydney also sent me multiple pictures of these checkins daily and helped put my mind to ease while I was away from home.
Claire did an amazing job taking care of both my home and my cat, Bubbles, while I was away. She was reliable, communicative, and gave me peace of mind the entire time. I really appreciated the updates and photos, and it was clear that Bubbles was comfortable and well cared for. She also helped with my package deliveries, ant traps and checking on my smoke detector, which I truly appreciated. I would absolutely book Claire again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable Rover sitter!
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Santa Clara on Rover is $29.97 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting 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 Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 6,658 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Santa Clara. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Santa Clara stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Santa Clara. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters 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 pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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 sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters 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 sitter.
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