Doggy Day Care in Santa Cruz

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Sitter Profile Image: Kate R.
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Kate R.
$56
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
14 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Kate is the absolute best! We are happy with her watching our pup, Teddy. She takes great care of him and she treats him like he is her own. She is great at communicating and she keeps us updated on how he is doing while he stays with her. I cannot rave about her enough. I highly recommend having her watch your fur baby.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nancy K.
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Nancy K.
$90
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
23 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

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❣️

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Yajaira C.
$43
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
111 reviews
22 repeat clients
14 years of experience
santa cruz, CA, 95060

I could not recommend Yajaira enough! She took great care of my dog, Toby. She sent so many photos and updates, it was amazing. I rested well on my time away knowing Toby was in great hands.

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Sitter Profile Image: Chelsea A.
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Chelsea A.
$34
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
6 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

About: Experienced dog owner since childhood, experienced with dogs of all types and personalities. Your pup will get several daily walks and access to a secure backyard. I work from home, taking frequent walks and breaking to play and snuggle. I work remote taking frequent walks with Toby (My 17lb terrier) throughout the day. Our backyard offers a sunny, warm patio perfect for lounging, as well as ample space for Toby and any visiting pets to enjoy a game of fetch. Our home is designed with our furry companions in mind. Toby and guests have full access, especially cozy spots on the couch and bed. The thoughtful layout, with distinct rooms, facilitates separate feeding times and private retreats when needed. A large assortment of toys encourages play, and fresh water and treats are always within reach. Toby especially enjoys sunny afternoons on the patio and invigorating games of fetch in our secure, fully fenced yard, with plenty of room for lounging and play. Toby is a sweet, excellently socialized and confident pup. He is used to canine and human guests, and shares his space, toys and food willingly. If your baby loves to play, Toby will keep them occupied for hours.

Sitter Profile Image: Taylor H.
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Taylor H.
$139
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
20 years of experience
Santa cruz, CA, 95060

About: I have loved and cared for all types of animals ever since I was a little kid! I’ve had senior dogs, puppies, all types of cats, and even rats and fish! I have also volunteered at multiple animal shelters throughout the years, and have also walked and helped take care of friends and families pets. I currently have one cat of my own and help take care of two other cats and a bird! (: I am currently a wedding planner, which gives me tons of free time during the week since I don’t work and some weekends! My schedule allows me to be super flexible I will always make sure your animal has a clean and safe space (and of course tons of love) I will always keep an eye on them and give them all of my attention, I’ll even send you updates and photos (:

Sitter Profile Image: Susie B.
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Susie B.
$49
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Thank you Susie! Callie loved her stay and all your attention and comfort. 😊🐕

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathleen B.
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Kathleen B.
$70
total per day
4.7 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
10 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Thank you for taking such great care of my dear Louise! You made my vacation possible. I LOVED the check-ins!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marina A.
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Marina A.
$76
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Marina was the perfect choice for watching Buddy. Super sweet and quick to respond. If we're back in this area we'll definitely look her up again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren J.
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Lauren J.
$98
total per day
4.9 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

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!

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Sitter Profile Image: Marta B.
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Marta B.
$84
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Parker can be shy in a new environment but Marta took the time to get to know him and took great care of our guy. Thank you! We will definitely come back :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Stella M.
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Stella M.
$49
total per day
4.9 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
30 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Santa cruz, CA, 95060

About: I love the small dogs under 20#'s. My yard is secure and doggie friendly. I have a rescue poodle mixes and a toy Australian shepherd, they love to have doggie slumber parties! I have taken care of dogs over 30 years, easy access off freeway. Your pet will have a wonderful time playing and basking in the sun or shade, there are many doggie lounges, water bowls and toys to keep them happy, until you get back from your trip, no worries! I am a retired registered nurse. I have been sitting through ROVER, previously w dog Vacay, for the past 5+ years with many repeat customers. Woof! About this sitter: Love small non allergenic small dogs. My two rescue dogs are friendly. Have a nice secure dog friendly yard. I’m currently retired RN. Home most of the time. With plenty of time for personal attention to all dogs at all times indoors and outdoors Both friendly dogs. Crate trained. Mostly they have free roaming around house indoors and outdoors in secure yard and lots of toys to keep them happy

Sitter Profile Image: Julia V.
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Julia V.
$77
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
2 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Julia was amazing and Rio had the best time with her, she's a fantastic communicator and showed Rio so much love. Will absolutely be reaching out in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Anne-Marie M.
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Anne-Marie M.
$43
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Scotts Valley, CA, 95066

About: I’ve had dogs in my life for 30 years. I’ve been dog sitting for friends and family for over 20 years. My own dogs have graduated top of their class in puppy training school. I currently work from home, so I can arrange my schedule to make sure dogs in my care get all the love, affection, and attention they need and deserve. I have a small fenced in yard, good for small and medium dogs. My dog is friendly and even shares some toys. I can crate your dog if preferred. I am also within walking distance to a dog park, and an easy drive to dog beaches

Sitter Profile Image: Michael R.
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Michael R.
$70
total per day
10 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

About: I’m a military veteran who just FABsolutely loves animals! Dogs and cats are a huge priority in my life. I have a cat of my own who’s named Monroe Sky Bubbles. She’s a domestic shorthair crossed with Siamese. I've worked on a dog ranch before where I've had access to acres upon acres of land, with up to 10 dogs at a time. I specialize in daycare and overnight boarding. I’m here for your furry friend whenever you need a vacation. I couldn’t imagine my life without pets. 🐾ThePAWsobilitiesREndless I work 24/7 wanting to take care of animals. Not by force, but by choice. I love dogs as if they were my own kids. 😊🐾 I will go to your residence and watch your pet for you or I can walk your furry friend if needed whenever you need me to. I am here for your furry companion whenever you are not able to.

Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer C.
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Jennifer C.
$70
total per day
14 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

About: I have over 14 years of experience watching cats and dogs. I am skilled at positive reinforcement, maintaining pet routines, and ensuring pets feel well cared for. I am available to provide drop ins or spend the complete day with your animal! My schedule is flexible as I am currently a part-time teleworker. I like to keep to the routine that the pets expect so they feel comfortable when their parents are away. I love playing with animals! And often try to bond with cats and dogs by playing their game of choice.

Sitter Profile Image: Tyler D.
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Tyler D.
$56
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
328 reviews
85 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Barkley settled in wonderfully. When I picked him up he was reluctant to come with me he wanted to stay with Tyler. When we are in the area again will will use Tyler.

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Sitter Profile Image: Bianca M.
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Bianca M.
$105
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Scotts Valley, CA, 95066

Bianca was so great with Olive! Her communication and care for her was fantastic. She understood olives quirks and put our tips and commands to work. I had a last minute meeting come up and she extended the sit without issue. So happy to have found and met Bianca!

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Sitter Profile Image: Natalia A.
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Natalia A.
$73
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
33 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Natalie was great as was her sweet pooch Chester, He and Bode made fast friends, they went on long walks and new adventures for Bode, Thank you for making him feel at home, I highly recommend Natalie to help you out in caring for your pups too!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon C.
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Shannon C.
$77
total per day
5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
9 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Scotts Valley, CA, 95066

My 90-pound boy just spend three days with Shannon for daycare. This was his second visit with her and her wonderful family, and we couldn't be happier with them! My pup was happy and relaxed at the end of the day, they took him for lots of walks, and Shannon was great with communication. He can't wait to go back!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jack S.
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Jack S.
$90
total per day
5 years of experience
Aptos, CA, 95003

About: Dogs have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and caring for them is something I truly enjoy. I have owned and cared for two dogs, including one who lived to the remarkable age of 22. My current dog is 15 years old and still acts like a puppy, giving me valuable experience caring for both senior dogs and energetic companions. In addition to caring for my own dogs, I have been dog sitting for friends and neighbors since I was around 13 or 14 years old. Over the years, I have gained experience with dogs of different ages, sizes, and personalities, helping with feeding, walks, playtime, companionship, and maintaining their regular routines while their owners are away. I understand that every dog is unique and deserves patient, attentive care. Whether your dog loves outdoor adventures, playtime, or simply relaxing with a companion, I will make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for. My goal is to provide dependable care and give pet owners peace of mind knowing their dogs are in good hands. I am currently a part time surf instructor. My schedule varies week to week depending on how many lessons are booked. That means I will have lots of time to hang out and take care of your dogs! I live in a nice neighborhood with a spacious backyard that is fenced in with a mix of astroturf and small rocks. I also have a shed in the back where the dogs can hang out when it is either raining or when it is super hot outside. It is a perfect hangout spot for your dogs to enjoy!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jai was super communicative and great with my young puppy. I felt fully confident leaving him with Jai and will definitely do so in the future.

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Stacey A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great daycare! Leo was very timely and thorough with required information / messaging. Dogs really enjoyed the indoor and outdoor space also provided. Would book again:)

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Kristine P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Andrew watched our medium sized doggie for about 5 hours while we went to the Boardwalk and Wharf. He lives really close to there and it was easy to coordinate drop off and pick up. Would recommend Andrew's services.

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Brad C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Robin was excellent with Max. Very responsive to questions and check ins. Thank you for taking our last minute booking.

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Jono P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Stella says Haley was a wonderful person to her and she wants others to know she highly appreciated her! We can strongly recommend others to try her. We have used others from Rover but she truly is one of the best! A full five star review!!!!!

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Rick D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

She’s amazing! Great communication! Truly cares about animals! Totally would recommend watching your animals! Was Super caring towards my dog! My dog has bad anxiety and she was great with my dog! Worked with my dogs comfortability! Just out standing over all would have her as a sitter again!

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Cam W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Maxwell was so sweet and communicative! Highly recommend him if you need a day sitter. Loved the picture updates throughout the day. Jasper and Sky enjoyed their stay and walks 😊

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Maggie Y.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My boy Peanut warmed up to Annika right away! Amazing care and communication. I will book with Annika again for sure.

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Chariell S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for taking such great care of my dear Louise! You made my vacation possible. I LOVED the check-ins!

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Sarah D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Was so grateful that she was able to take my dog last minute! Will certainly book again when we come back to town!

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Samantha B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nancy is the best! I have used her quite a few times. This last time I was going to have outpatient surgery and ended up spending the night in the hospital. Nancy was kind enough to plan ahead for having them the extra night and day. Nancy and her family give me the utmost peace of mind for leaving my 2 Bichons in her home.

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Sheri A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julia was very prompt when I contacted her on the day I urgently needed help for my dog. She was incredibly kind, compassionate, and truly took great care of my furbaby as if it were her own. She was attentive, gentle, and made sure my dog felt safe and comfortable the entire time. Her professionalism and genuine love for animals really showed, and it gave me so much peace of mind. I’m happy to know that I have someone I can truly rely on whenever we are in town. I am truly grateful for her help and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring.

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Jenn
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kai was awesome! Charlie had a great day. Kai had excellent communication and super easy to book! 10/10 would recommend

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Ellie
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Karen was a tremendous help with my need for a day sitter. She is a compassionate human and my Callie warmed right up to her. She let me know her day with a couple updates and activity log which I appreciate. Will contact her again for more day sits! Thanks Karen!

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Tina D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel took such great care of my 10 month old golden he came home a happy tired guy (: I would definitely recommend her!

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Kate K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lauren did a great job caring for our pup while we went to the boardwalk. She was very communicative.

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Neil M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Geoff was great and took such great care of my dog, Otis and a friend’s dog. He was available with not a ton of notice and sent pictures while we were away. Also he lives in such a great spot, not too far of a drive to the beach/boardwalk in case you need to drop your pup off!

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Molly W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing! MARINA you went above and beyond, this was our first time using Rover and you made our experience great! Your communication and flexibility really Saved our day trip to the Boardwalk!. Thanks again from our entire family for loving on our fur baby. Kindest, Lokis Family 😍🥰

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Dawn R.
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Danielle was great! She was communicative, friendly and most importantly took great care of Sawyer :)

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Kelly G.
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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 Jun 2026 was about $51 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.

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As of Jun 2026, 1,846 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, 89% 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 1,846 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, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.