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“Lupita was a life saver for my wedding! Not only did she take great care of multiple guests’ dogs but she also drove all the way up to Ben Lomond to pick up the pups from the ceremony and drove my dad’s dog to him the next morning for convenience. Could not recommend her enough!!”
“Madison is WONDERFUL with the dogs. She does a great job giving attention to three attention-seeking dogs! It's so nice to leave and know your dogs are in great hands. Thanks Madison!”
“Grace was amazing. She came to meet me and Priya before my vacation, coordinated with another friend to be there when Priya was getting dropped off, was super responsive, and sent a ton of pictures. I'm confident Priya has a great time while I was out of town!!”
“Andrea is hands-down the best pet sitter I’ve ever had! From our very first interaction, I knew my pet was in the most caring and capable hands. Andrea has such a calm, nurturing energy that immediately put both me and my pet at ease. She went above and beyond while I was away — not only did she follow every instruction to the letter, but she also kept me updated with the sweetest messages, photos, and videos that showed just how happy and well-loved my pet was. It was clear that Andrea treated them like her own, with so much patience, attention, and genuine affection. When I returned home, everything was spotless and my pet was in great spirits — relaxed, well-cared for, and clearly loved. That peace of mind is absolutely priceless. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your pet like family, Andrea is the one. I’m beyond grateful for her and will absolutely be booking her again. Don’t hesitate — she’s truly exceptional!”
“Jade is does a great job. She's communicative, attentive, and professional. I have used Jade's services on more than one occasion and will continue to do so in the future.”
“Amanda is fantastic! She took great care of our large exuberant dog and the cat that owns him. She sent a ton of pictures, cleaned up before we got home, took long walks and gave them plenty of attention. Can't recommend her enough!”
“Dylan did a great job of taking care of our two greyhounds. He was very communicative and accommodating. We would definitely use him again in the future.”
“Jennifer was caring and patient with my little neurotic dog. I highly recommend her.”
“I knew Anton would be a great fit for my senior cat the moment he arrived for our meet and greet. He followed BK’s lead and matched his calm energy right away, which immediately put us both at ease. It’s clear Anton truly knows animals and understands how to make them comfortable—he asked all the right questions in advance, showing genuine care and attention to detail. Communication was clear and prompt both before and during the stay. I really appreciated the detailed updates and photos, which reassured me that BK was in great hands. When I returned, my home was exactly as I’d left it—Anton truly leaves no trace, just as he promises. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Anton again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful, professional, and caring sitter.”
“Lila was attentive, thorough, and gave my dogs the care I want when I can't be home with them. She followed all instructions for medications and household items to handle and did more than what I had even asked. It is a huge relief knowing she is here with my dogs.”
“David is easygoing and helpful. He cared for our rescue pup who developed a double ear infection and needed some extra attention and medication. David handled it all and left our house clean. We give two paws up!”
“Carolina was responsive, friendly, and left the house in great shape. She sent great photos and Mouse seemed happy and comfortable with her.”
About: I've had dogs and cats my whole life, and have been pet sitting for neighbors and friends since I was 12 years old. I helped deliver my adopted stray's three beautiful kittens when I was in high school, and also took care of another adopted mama and her kitties while in college. Well-versed in how to care for chaotic as well as shy kitties. I'm a college student on summer break and don't have any current scheduling conflicts. I'm happy to work with you to meet your scheduling needs! I'm happy to take animals on several walks per day and to make sure they are stimulated, entertained, and full! I have experience caring for senior animals as well, and can make sure their medications are administered correctly and as frequently as needed.
“River was amazingly helpful and kind! I needed someone fairly last minute and I received a response right away. River communicated throughout the entire visit, sent photos, and said kind things about my pup! This was the first time I used a pet sitter so I wasn’t sure how my dog would react to someone new coming over but they clicked right away! River seemed to know exactly how to handle things and build a connection. Very impressed and happy with the whole experience!”
“Sue did a fabulous job for us and our dogs. We were very comfortable having Sue house sit. Sue did a wonderful job of making our dogs feel welcome and well taken care of. Looking forward to having Sue in our house again. Already booking for our next time away!”
“Jasmine was great at dog sitting and caring for Frank over a long weekend. She’s experienced with lots of dogs, is very responsive and communicates well. I would definitely book Jasmine again.”
“Emily was awesome with our needy & anxious pup. She helped us out last minute and even stayed a bit longer than planned when we were running late. Our dog loved her, and we felt completely at ease. Emily is friendly, trustworthy, and easy to communicate with. We highly recommend her & would love to work with her again.”
“Absolutely wonderful guy, who watched over Louis like the precious fur baby he is! Very trustworthy person, who I instantly knew would take care of my dog and apartment with confidence. Thank you Mickey!”
“Cody was very sweet and calm natured, my dogs took to him immediately. I had complete peace-of-mind while they were in his care as he house-sat. He was respectful of my space, and my boys were well-cared for. Thank you, Cody! I would give you 10 stars if I could!!”
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Lupita C.
“Lupita was a life saver for my wedding! Not only did she take great care of multiple guests’ dogs but she also drove all the way up to Ben Lomond to pick up the pups from the ceremony and drove my dad’s dog to him the next morning for convenience. Could not recommend her enough!!”
Madison M.
“Madison is WONDERFUL with the dogs. She does a great job giving attention to three attention-seeking dogs! It's so nice to leave and know your dogs are in great hands. Thanks Madison!”
Grace Coleman H.
“Grace was amazing. She came to meet me and Priya before my vacation, coordinated with another friend to be there when Priya was getting dropped off, was super responsive, and sent a ton of pictures. I'm confident Priya has a great time while I was out of town!!”
Andrea F.
“Andrea is hands-down the best pet sitter I’ve ever had! From our very first interaction, I knew my pet was in the most caring and capable hands. Andrea has such a calm, nurturing energy that immediately put both me and my pet at ease. She went above and beyond while I was away — not only did she follow every instruction to the letter, but she also kept me updated with the sweetest messages, photos, and videos that showed just how happy and well-loved my pet was. It was clear that Andrea treated them like her own, with so much patience, attention, and genuine affection. When I returned home, everything was spotless and my pet was in great spirits — relaxed, well-cared for, and clearly loved. That peace of mind is absolutely priceless. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your pet like family, Andrea is the one. I’m beyond grateful for her and will absolutely be booking her again. Don’t hesitate — she’s truly exceptional!”
Jade F.
“Jade is does a great job. She's communicative, attentive, and professional. I have used Jade's services on more than one occasion and will continue to do so in the future.”
Amanda T.
“Amanda is fantastic! She took great care of our large exuberant dog and the cat that owns him. She sent a ton of pictures, cleaned up before we got home, took long walks and gave them plenty of attention. Can't recommend her enough!”
Dylan G.
“Dylan did a great job of taking care of our two greyhounds. He was very communicative and accommodating. We would definitely use him again in the future.”
Jennifer S.
“Jennifer was caring and patient with my little neurotic dog. I highly recommend her.”
Anton G.
“I knew Anton would be a great fit for my senior cat the moment he arrived for our meet and greet. He followed BK’s lead and matched his calm energy right away, which immediately put us both at ease. It’s clear Anton truly knows animals and understands how to make them comfortable—he asked all the right questions in advance, showing genuine care and attention to detail. Communication was clear and prompt both before and during the stay. I really appreciated the detailed updates and photos, which reassured me that BK was in great hands. When I returned, my home was exactly as I’d left it—Anton truly leaves no trace, just as he promises. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Anton again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful, professional, and caring sitter.”
Lila S.
“Lila was attentive, thorough, and gave my dogs the care I want when I can't be home with them. She followed all instructions for medications and household items to handle and did more than what I had even asked. It is a huge relief knowing she is here with my dogs.”
David D.
“David is easygoing and helpful. He cared for our rescue pup who developed a double ear infection and needed some extra attention and medication. David handled it all and left our house clean. We give two paws up!”
Carolina M.
“Carolina was responsive, friendly, and left the house in great shape. She sent great photos and Mouse seemed happy and comfortable with her.”
Skye D.
“Skye pet-sat my grandparent's dog, and did a great job! Yofi is usually very shy around strangers, but warmed up to Skye almost immediately. Skye was very diligent about making sure Yofi got his daily walks, was getting enough attention, and was eating all his food (which is tricky to do, since he's picky). Yofi especially seemed to love cuddling on the couch with Skye. I would recommend Skye for looking after any pet, as they are thoughtful, responsible, knowledgeable, and have a love for all animals.”
River W.
“River was amazingly helpful and kind! I needed someone fairly last minute and I received a response right away. River communicated throughout the entire visit, sent photos, and said kind things about my pup! This was the first time I used a pet sitter so I wasn’t sure how my dog would react to someone new coming over but they clicked right away! River seemed to know exactly how to handle things and build a connection. Very impressed and happy with the whole experience!”
Sue C.
“Sue did a fabulous job for us and our dogs. We were very comfortable having Sue house sit. Sue did a wonderful job of making our dogs feel welcome and well taken care of. Looking forward to having Sue in our house again. Already booking for our next time away!”
Jasmine M.
“Jasmine was great at dog sitting and caring for Frank over a long weekend. She’s experienced with lots of dogs, is very responsive and communicates well. I would definitely book Jasmine again.”
Emily B.
“Emily was awesome with our needy & anxious pup. She helped us out last minute and even stayed a bit longer than planned when we were running late. Our dog loved her, and we felt completely at ease. Emily is friendly, trustworthy, and easy to communicate with. We highly recommend her & would love to work with her again.”
Mickey F.
“Absolutely wonderful guy, who watched over Louis like the precious fur baby he is! Very trustworthy person, who I instantly knew would take care of my dog and apartment with confidence. Thank you Mickey!”
Cody H.
“Cody was very sweet and calm natured, my dogs took to him immediately. I had complete peace-of-mind while they were in his care as he house-sat. He was respectful of my space, and my boys were well-cared for. Thank you, Cody! I would give you 10 stars if I could!!”
Stephanie B.
“Stephanie was very responsive and watched my pup for 3 nights in my place. She did a great job and gave me a lot of pics. Will definitely use her again!”
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Santa Cruz on Rover as of Jul 2025 was about $70 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jul 2025, there are 2,207 house sitters in Santa Cruz. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 84% of Santa Cruz house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Santa Cruz have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Santa Cruz.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Santa Cruz house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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