Doggy Day Care in Santa Cruz
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1. 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.”
2. Yajaira C.
“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.”
3. Nancy K.
“We were visiting the area and wanted to take a day trip to hike at Pinnacles National Park. Nancy and her husband were wonderful and took great care of our mini schnauzer while we spent the day hiking.”
4. Geoff B.
“Geoff has walked my dogs and has puppy-sat them several times. He is very attentive and cares for my dogs like he would for his own. My dogs are always so excited to see him. I really wouldn’t trust any other person with my dogs.”
5. Kayla R.
“Kayla was great with Pan! I left him with her 4 days in a row and he was super excited to see her by day 2. She was enthusiastic, consistent with pictures, and clearly enjoyed him. Would hire again!!”
6. 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.”
7. Julie A.
“Thanks Julie! She was so gracious to watch our two fur babies while we enjoyed Santa Cruz. She was available same day for 6-hours. She provided updates and photos of them playing. Thanks so much and highly recommended!”
8. Marta B.
“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 :)”
9. 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.”
10. Marina A.
“We are so thankful to have found Marina to take both of our doggies for the day on our recent trip to Santa Cruz. She was responsive and communicative before and during their stay. Our dogs got a lot of activity, love, and attention. We got pictures and updates that made us feel comfortable about their care. Thank you so much Marina!”
11. Danielle C.
“Danielle is terrific! Great communicator, great with and kind to our dog, 7 month old doodle. Danielle lives in a nice neighborhood and in a great house with a fenced in yard. She walks the dog with her own dogs and our dog seems to love her a lot. We Highly recommend Danielle to anyone looking for doggie care!!”
12. 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!”
13. Jules K.
“Jules was very friendly, accommodating, and communicative. She took great care of Mochi and my pup was quite happy and tired when I came to pick her up!”
14. 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.
15. 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.”
16. Tyler D.
“Tyler was a delightful person to work with. My dog met her and her dog the day before and really hit it off. The next day when I dropped my dog off she was so enthusiastic to see Tyler again. Excellent communication, pictures and spent time with us to help set up the exact services I needed. Highly, highly recommended. I’ll use her again even if I don’t “need” it because my dog, Teddy, loved her!”
17. Camille C.
“Cami is a very responsible, loving pet caregiver! She treats our animals (dogs and cats) with the utmost affection and ensures their wellbeing. We highly recommend Cami!”
18. Devonne J.
About: Offering doggy daycare as well as overnight boarding for folks visiting Santa Cruz for the weekend! Drop pup off with me and enjoy the Boardwalk (no dogs allowed) and other attractions while your pup is close by. I have done puppy training, dog training, dog agility and training/jumping with horses as well! Have done senior care as well, for our old blind dog that passed (of cancer) at the end of last year at 14 years of age. I have a friendly 1.5 year old large Shepard mix that would love to run around in the backyard with your pup. He gets daily walks to Its Beach to play with his doggy friends there as well (best dog park there is!) I have a 5 1/2 year old daughter that is great with dogs and would love to play fetch with those pups that love it! I have a fenced yard with a nice lawn to run around on and access to clean running water for the dogs all day long. I have an outdoor warm shower too if pups needs any kind of bath from beach play or the like.
19. Matt F.
“Matt is amazing with dogs. I have left my large dog with Matt multiple times and sometimes when I return home - I'm a little jealous because I think my boy enjoys being around Matt more than me! If you are looking for responsible pet caregiver that is loving - then look no further....Matt will allow you to rest assured if you on vacation and if it is only a walk or day care - you will feel confident rather than anxious if Matt is the one watching your precious pooch! I give him a 10/10!”
20. Jared M.
“I felt very comfortable leaving my beloved dog with Jared. He was friendly, professional, reliable and took excellent care of my dog. I highly recommend his services.”
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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 Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, 1,125 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, 90% 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 1,125 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 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.