House Sitting in Santa Cruz

“Lupita was great! She house sat and cared for both our dog and cat. She would consistently send update pictures and also took Chewie on plenty of walks and places. Would highly recommend and will be the first person to reach out too if we need another sitter in the future.”

Kimberly L.

“Jen was AMAZING with our sensitive dog. She was patient with him and respectful of his boundaries. Because of Jen’s care, we were able to go on a weekend trip and come home to a calm, emotionally regulated dog - which has never happened for us before. Thank you Jen!!!”

Zephyr S.

“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!!”

Krystal T.

“Carolina was responsive, friendly, and left the house in great shape. She sent great photos and Mouse seemed happy and comfortable with her.”

Benjamin U.

“My husband and I highly recommend Jennifer! We have never had anyone but family watch our dog (he’s 12) so this was our first time using Rover. Jennifer was supper responsive and took excellent care of our pride and joy! Will definitely be using her in the future!”

Sami F.

“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!!”

Alexander P.

“Teresa is awesome! We were traveling in the Santa Cruz area and needed an extended sitter and she was fabulous. She is super timely to respond and a joy to work with. We are so grateful we found Teresa!”

Sara M.

“Kivi was so fantastic watching my doodle Winnie while I was traveling for the week. She took her on so many adventures and kept me updated with consistent communication and it really allowed me to relax on my trip knowing her and my apartment was in good hands. Thanks so much again!”

Chy L.

“Itzel is great. She was on time and communicated well. Farley took to her immediately and was excited to see her the next day. I will definitely be booking her again!”

Samantha V.

About: I’ve been surrounded by animals for all my life. I can handle any pet, regardless of size or age. I love all animals and am very flexible when it comes to providing the care necessary to keep your pets happy! I’m a current UC Santa Cruz Junior studying Business Management Economics and working part time. I typically work Friday mornings and Saturday nights, however, I am flexible with my schedule in order to accommodate your pets when given enough notice! When I take care of pets, whether at my place or yours, I treat them like family. They get plenty of playtime, regular meals, and lots of attention! I also like to make sure owners are always up to date with how they’re pets are doing.

“Isabella was so great with Alfie! She communicated well, kept me updated with photos, and most importantly Alfie loves her. He’s recently rescued and has some quirks and she kept me updated on his progress and any issues he had. She stayed with him at my apartment for about a week and when I came back the apartment was cleaner than I left it. I cannot recommend her highly enough!”

Christine S.

About: Caring for animals has always been part of my life. I grew up surrounded by pets of all kinds, including dogs, cats, birds with feathers, fish with fins, and even those with scales. That early exposure gave me a deep comfort and appreciation for animals of every personality and species. I am recently retired, which gives me the flexibility to be fully present and available for pet care when needed. My schedule allows me to accommodate walks, drop-ins, overnights, and extended stays without the constraints of a traditional workday. This flexibility means your pets receive consistent attention, timely care, and a calm, unhurried presence while you are away. When caring for pets in my home, they become part of an active, dog-friendly neighborhood with plenty to explore. I live just 1.5 blocks from the beach and close to great walking spots like Arana Gulch, the park at the end of Schwan Lake, and a nearby dog park only minutes away. Dogs in my care enjoy fresh air, fun walks, and plenty of playtime balanced with calm downtime at home. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I focus on maintaining their normal routines so they feel safe and comfortable in familiar surroundings.

“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.”

J. M.

About: Since youth, taking care of animals has always been a significant part of my life. From experiences of hamsters to dogs and to my grandparents, nurturing and deeply loving the smile it brings to my face has always caused me to continue for the many years that I have experienced. Back home, I have a 7 year old beagle who I truly miss spending time with and taking care of while away at college which is why I believe I can use my assets in taking care for the animals near my in my apartment in Santa Cruz. I am currently a college student at Santa Cruz with a means to transportation and can definitely fit pet care into my weekly routine due to my highly developed skill of managing my time efficiently and simply being a responsible adult. I have a lot of experience with a runaway pet who loves to try and escape so I am careful when entering and leaving my apartment.

“Lauren was great with our choco lab, Fletcher! She even came by for a meet and greet with him ahead of her stay, which I really appreciated. She also sent updates along the way. Having a fellow dog-lover there to take care of our pup made it much easier to relax on vacation. I will definitely rebook with Lauren in the future.”

Melissa Y.

“Julia was fantastic! She was dependable, flexible and very receptive to any needs our puppy had. I would much would recommend Julia to anyone.”

Tanen B.

“Jasmine took great of Cooper for an over night stay. She walked him several times and sent a lot of picture updates. He looked very happy and like he got a lot of attention from her throughout the stay :)”

Mary C.

“Emily took care of my French bulldog for the 2nd time for a few days. He has become very comfortable with her and looks forward to the next time!”

Rich K.

About: I grew up with two dogs and two cats and I am very well versed in their needs. I currently own two kittens and am well versed in the cat grimace scale. I can read the needs of animals well, and love to play with them! Playing is an important part of caring for an animal and I am excited to meet your babies!🥰 I work Sunday-Wednesday and Fridays from 12:00-7:30 pm in Santa Cruz, but I can come in the mornings and nights those days to take dogs for walks, play with your pets, feed them, and take care of them! I am open fully on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. I will take great care of your animals in your home. I will make sure to follow your rules and keep everything I do with your animal 100% clear. I will message you everything we have done that day (food, play, and walk wise) and make sure to keep your home clean.

“Jake was really great with our giant pup. He was communicative and timely. Upon returning our pup seemed super happy and well cared for.”

Erika D.