Doggy Day Care in Santa Cruz
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Top rated Santa Cruz doggy day care sitters
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Sandy really loved her time with Denise and Quarky. She tried to run back into Denise's house as we were putting her in the car, so we'll definitely have to book again, the next time we're in Santa Cruz. Denise was easy to communicate with and drop-off/pick-up was a breeze.”
“Nancy definitely receives a 6 star review! Loved Nancy and her pups at the meet and greet before I dropped my puppy. I received pictures of my puppy, Hali'a, throughout the day which gave me piece of mind that she was happy. When I picked her up after 12 hours, Hali'a was pretty tired . A pooped puppy is a good puppy. We will definitely be seeing Nancy again❣️”
“Karen has kept my newly adopted shelter terrier dog numerous times and I can’t say enough for her care for him. He was reticent at first without me, but after the very first visit, anytime we drive near her street he starts jumping all over the car to get out to see her. She gives him lots of exercise and love, and herself is a very warm and likeable person. I recommend her highly.”
“Mariah took such good care of my pup! She had great communication and sent so many cute pictures throughout the day. Wrangler came home happy and tired in the best way I would definitely trust her watching him again (:”
“Yu took amazing care of Cleo as if she were her own! She sent me regular updates and took her to the park to play fetch and on walks. Cleo was very tired and happy when I picked her up!”
About: Hi there! I have plenty of experience working with all sorts of animals, I volunteered at the SF zoo handling various small mammals, reptiles, birds, etc. I have babysitting experience under my belt as well and I know that your pet is your baby, so rest assured you are in good hands. My best friend and housemate is also a vet tech, if it eases your mind at all. I'm currently working part time as a waitress at a restaurant 4 times a week. My current schedule is Tuesdays 11-6pm, then Fridays-Sundays I work the closing shift 4-11pm. I am free all day Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays but am able to work before/after some times on the days that I work my main job! I have done husbandry care for tiny little coral, feeding them like clockwork and making sure they have all that they need, so if your animal has any dietary restrictions or allergies I am more than capable of handling all of their needs so long as instructions are provided.
“Thank you Shane and your wife for watching my dog on such short notice . I hope you enjoyed her company. And thank you for responding so quickly. Lola seemed very comfy and happy with you guys ! Thanks so much !”
“Jacob and Leilani had a fun day. He’s a sweet, intelligent guy that has great tips and calm energy. I feel that’s exactly what she needed was that perfect match! I was so glad to find Jacob and that he was available within a day. That is a rarity! He had Leilani run as much as she wanted. She’s super happy! Thanks Rover and Jacob! Leilani’s Dad”
About: Hi All! Thank you so much for thinking of me for your pet care needs! About Me :~) I absolutely love dogs! And I enjoy seeing the delight of pet-parents as I connect with and love up their furbabies like family. I have experience with various breeds including Border Collies, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Goldens, Labs, Terriers, and love caring for them all. I have some puppy training experience and am happy to continue with the training routines you are currently working on. I also love caring for older dogs and am comfortable administering medicine. I enjoy being active, going for walks, throwing the ball, and supporting their needs. I will communicate with you regularly while you are away. Please feel free to talk to me about any questions or concerns you have. Look forward to talking more! I have a flexible schedule and usually go to my office for about 4 hours per day, so have time go check in on the pets. I am conscientious about caring for my client’s home and leave them clean. I stick to their schedules and spend plenty of time playing with and pampering them. I tend to be out of the house for a few hours on MWF, though have a generally flexible schedule and can support your pet's needs. I keep the rules you have set in place with your animals around what they are and aren’t allowed to do, and care for your house like my own.
“Be honest Guillermo is the first rover I will leave review for. He's very patient to the puppy. My dog is a young eskimo who is very hyper everyday. Guillermo brought my dog for several walks everyday and send me pictures. My dog came back home tired lol. He's very responsible as well! My dog learn several tricks from him. He's the best rover I've met. I go travel a lot. I will definitely come back if I travel.”
“My pup very much enjoyed meeting and staying with Coral during doggy day care. Coral was very sweet and accommodating, I highly recommend contacting Coral for day care services! I received multiple picture updates and I could see that my dog was well cared for. We hope to visit Santa Cruz and Rylee hopes she gets to play with Coral again soon!!”
“Faith & Gerrit were absolutely amazing! We were in town for a snowboarding trip and they were so kind to open up their home to our fur baby. We know Max had an absolute blast in the snow with their two cute pups. We will definitely reach out when we are in town again! ??”
“Natalia was a great rover host for my girl. It's never easy finding and trusting a new sitter in a new area when traveling but she was fantastic! A safe home environment for my girl while I worked. I'll most definitely be using her again when I'm in the area.”
About: I have an adorable rescue dog named Ollie. He is almost 4 years old and such a good boy. I also used to have dogs when I was younger. My work allows me chunks of time off between jobs. Often, I’ll end up with a month or so at home. I take lots of neighborhood walks with my dog. I have a fenced yard and a dog of my own to keep yours company. There is also an option to section off the house with a dog gate if needed.
“At the last minute, Stella was flexible enough to provide care for my precious Charlie. She expressed extreme concern about Charlie's separation anxiety and texted me with photos shortly after I left to let me know he was doing fine. She eased my mind by communicating with me and assuring me that Charlie was in good hands. She took the time to speak with me after his overnight stay to discuss the cute details of their time together. I am very, very grateful for Stella's caring for my dog.”
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Denise D.
“Sandy really loved her time with Denise and Quarky. She tried to run back into Denise's house as we were putting her in the car, so we'll definitely have to book again, the next time we're in Santa Cruz. Denise was easy to communicate with and drop-off/pick-up was a breeze.”
Yajaira C.
“We can't thank you enough, Yajaira, for watching our fur baby. Thank you for being responsive and for sending pictures of Koda throughout his stay. He had a blast.”
Jenna S.
“We were grateful for the time Jenna spent with Agent 86. They went on a walk together and helped us out while we were visiting the area. I think 86 really enjoyed it.”
Nancy K.
“Nancy definitely receives a 6 star review! Loved Nancy and her pups at the meet and greet before I dropped my puppy. I received pictures of my puppy, Hali'a, throughout the day which gave me piece of mind that she was happy. When I picked her up after 12 hours, Hali'a was pretty tired . A pooped puppy is a good puppy. We will definitely be seeing Nancy again❣️”
karen d.
“Karen has kept my newly adopted shelter terrier dog numerous times and I can’t say enough for her care for him. He was reticent at first without me, but after the very first visit, anytime we drive near her street he starts jumping all over the car to get out to see her. She gives him lots of exercise and love, and herself is a very warm and likeable person. I recommend her highly.”
Mariah G.
“Mariah took such good care of my pup! She had great communication and sent so many cute pictures throughout the day. Wrangler came home happy and tired in the best way I would definitely trust her watching him again (:”
Yu R.
“Yu took amazing care of Cleo as if she were her own! She sent me regular updates and took her to the park to play fetch and on walks. Cleo was very tired and happy when I picked her up!”
Lauren J.
“Lauren was a great sitter and took great care of my boy! She sent me updates throughout the day and I could tell he was a happy dog. Highly recommend!”
Kayla R.
“Built trust with my spicy chihuahua who escaped his harness and collar and got them back on by the end of the day. Thank you Kayla for communicating and being flexible!”
breanna d.
About: Hi there! I have plenty of experience working with all sorts of animals, I volunteered at the SF zoo handling various small mammals, reptiles, birds, etc. I have babysitting experience under my belt as well and I know that your pet is your baby, so rest assured you are in good hands. My best friend and housemate is also a vet tech, if it eases your mind at all. I'm currently working part time as a waitress at a restaurant 4 times a week. My current schedule is Tuesdays 11-6pm, then Fridays-Sundays I work the closing shift 4-11pm. I am free all day Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays but am able to work before/after some times on the days that I work my main job! I have done husbandry care for tiny little coral, feeding them like clockwork and making sure they have all that they need, so if your animal has any dietary restrictions or allergies I am more than capable of handling all of their needs so long as instructions are provided.
Shane B.
“Thank you Shane and your wife for watching my dog on such short notice . I hope you enjoyed her company. And thank you for responding so quickly. Lola seemed very comfy and happy with you guys ! Thanks so much !”
Jacob T.
“Jacob and Leilani had a fun day. He’s a sweet, intelligent guy that has great tips and calm energy. I feel that’s exactly what she needed was that perfect match! I was so glad to find Jacob and that he was available within a day. That is a rarity! He had Leilani run as much as she wanted. She’s super happy! Thanks Rover and Jacob! Leilani’s Dad”
Amy K.
“Amy is an amazing dog-sitter. We have used her services as a dog-sitter for the last several years and have been elated at the peace of mind that comes from her care for our pets. She is responsible and caring and our dogs love her. We give her our highest recommendation, without reservations.”
Guillermo P.
“Be honest Guillermo is the first rover I will leave review for. He's very patient to the puppy. My dog is a young eskimo who is very hyper everyday. Guillermo brought my dog for several walks everyday and send me pictures. My dog came back home tired lol. He's very responsible as well! My dog learn several tricks from him. He's the best rover I've met. I go travel a lot. I will definitely come back if I travel.”
Coral B.
“My pup very much enjoyed meeting and staying with Coral during doggy day care. Coral was very sweet and accommodating, I highly recommend contacting Coral for day care services! I received multiple picture updates and I could see that my dog was well cared for. We hope to visit Santa Cruz and Rylee hopes she gets to play with Coral again soon!!”
Faith S.
“Faith & Gerrit were absolutely amazing! We were in town for a snowboarding trip and they were so kind to open up their home to our fur baby. We know Max had an absolute blast in the snow with their two cute pups. We will definitely reach out when we are in town again! ??”
Owen B.
“Great! Very communicative and my puppy seemed happy with him.”
Natalia A.
“Natalia was a great rover host for my girl. It's never easy finding and trusting a new sitter in a new area when traveling but she was fantastic! A safe home environment for my girl while I worked. I'll most definitely be using her again when I'm in the area.”
Desiree Y.
About: I have an adorable rescue dog named Ollie. He is almost 4 years old and such a good boy. I also used to have dogs when I was younger. My work allows me chunks of time off between jobs. Often, I’ll end up with a month or so at home. I take lots of neighborhood walks with my dog. I have a fenced yard and a dog of my own to keep yours company. There is also an option to section off the house with a dog gate if needed.
Stella M.
“At the last minute, Stella was flexible enough to provide care for my precious Charlie. She expressed extreme concern about Charlie's separation anxiety and texted me with photos shortly after I left to let me know he was doing fine. She eased my mind by communicating with me and assuring me that Charlie was in good hands. She took the time to speak with me after his overnight stay to discuss the cute details of their time together. I am very, very grateful for Stella's caring for my dog.”
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Doggy Day Care FAQs
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Santa Cruz on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per day, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, 1,358 sitters provided doggy day care in Santa Cruz. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters offering doggy day care joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Santa Cruz sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Santa Cruz have an average of 17 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Santa Cruz.
Santa Cruz doggy day care sitters are happy to take care of your dog while you’re at work or unavailable for the day. Book a one-time visit, or set up a regular rhythm with your favorite Santa Cruz sitter. Drop off your dog at the sitter’s home and rest easy knowing they’ll get frequent potty breaks, plenty of playtime, and lots of love. Doggy day care is great for:
- Puppies and high-energy dogs
- Dogs with special needs, including seniors
- Pet parents who work long hours
- Dogs with separation anxiety
There are 1,358 sitters offering doggy day care in Santa Cruz on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Santa Cruz, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect doggy day care sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your doggy day care sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your doggy day care sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your doggy day care service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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