Dog Boarding in Santa Cruz, NM
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“Rachel did a superb job taking care of our 15 month old pup for two weeks! She went above and beyond making sure that Rio was comfortable, entertained and safe. She provided ample pics and updates. She even did puppy “artwork” with her, which we got to keep. I was amazed at this level of care, which allowed me to not worry a bit. Priceless.”
“Angel provided a lovely home and environment for our dog while we were away. We loved daily photos and updates about her time there, and our girl clearly had a wonderful time. Angel was organized, kind, and knowledgable, and we will absolutely book future doggie vacations with her. We are so fortunate to have found her!”
“Tami was great! Everything from the meet and greet to her policies and her dog knowledge. We felt completely secure with our dog staying with her. It seemed our sweet girl had a great time too!”
“Athena took amazing care of our senior dog Lucy! She was super kind and responsive, sending us updates and pics throughout Lucy’s stay. She gave us peace of mind while away knowing that our girl was in great hands. Will definitely book with Athena in the future!”
“This is the 3rd time Tut has been with Melinda. He is a senior dog and she handles his special needs very well. She always does a super job with him. Thanks Melinda.”
“Heidi is fantastic. Warm, caring, attentive, great communicator. Couldn’t recommend more. Bindi’s a great host as well! Our 8 1/2 year old dog Emmy stayed with them for two weeks (after our regular dog sitter had a last minute medical emergency and we were lucky to find Heidi). Emmy took a little time to get adjusted and Bindi (Heidi’s dog) gave her space and kept her cool. I’m really thankful to them both for giving Emmy such a welcoming, safe and fun place to stay. She loved the fenced-in outdoor space. And didn’t want to leave when we came to pick her up!”
“Gavin is such a fun guy who took great care of my dog! He has a big yard that was perfect for my Aussie. Gavin sent lots of cute photos of his dog and mine playing together and passing out afterwards. Bear (my dog) was in great hands. Gavin communicated often and I never felt in the dark about how my pup was doing. I highly recommend him and will continue to leave Bear with him in the future.”
“We felt completely comfortable leaving our "only dog" with Sue and furry friends. She spent time helping us all get oriented and sent us cute photos during our dog's stay. Her home and yard are very dog-centered and very clean. We are happy to know that we can schedule time away in the future that is enjoyable for our dog as well as for us.”
“Leahlani Was fantastic. She took great care of my pup and was very responsive with communication. Sam had a ton of fun during his visit, and I picked him up happy and very tired from all the playing he got to do.”
“We came to Santa Fe for a long weekend along with our dog, Dalton. There were some days where we had activities planned that unfortunately didn’t allow dogs so we hired Stevvi to care for our little guy for an evening and full day. Dalton was happy and relaxed when we picked him up and Stevvi was quick with communication during the 24 hours Dalton was in her care. Thanks so much!”
“Absolutely love Leanna and Chris! We use their services every time we need a sitter for our 2 Great Pyrenees. The dogs love being there and we have no worries when they are in Leanna's care. Our pups get a great vacation whenever we do!”
“Amanda was great. She is very friendly it is easy to see she is a dog lover. Amanda was very accommodating with my family emergency and my pups were looked after well. I will definitely look to her first next time.”
“Patricia was very easy to work with and was great communicating. My dog loved being at her house and getting to play with Gila and Cedar. I loved that my dog was able to have a lot of outdoor time to soak up the sunshine.”
“We were so grateful to find Michelle on Rover! Great communication, attention to detail and knowing our geriatric guy was in great hands was wonderful! Highly recommend! Look forward to booking for future boarding. Thank you again!”
“Our 1yr old mini doodle had a blast with Genevieve’s 2 dogs - he knew where he was going the 2nd visit & was so excited! We had a blast while he had a blast - peace of mind. We will definitely see Genevieve & her sweet pups on our next trip.”
“I can't tell you how much more we enjoyed our vacation knowing that Shilo was being taken care of so well. And to receive random text pictures of his activities just melted our hearts. A+ and would definitely use again.”
“Briar was a delight to coordinate with, followed directions for food, meds and care, and my pups were immediately in love. They had a great five day vacation, and I got friendly and clear updates with cute photos while I was traveling. The house is bright and welcoming and backs up on tribal land for walks. I am so excited to have found someone I can trust with my puppy and older dog! Thank you, Briar, we will be back ✨”
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Rachel P.
“Rachel did a superb job taking care of our 15 month old pup for two weeks! She went above and beyond making sure that Rio was comfortable, entertained and safe. She provided ample pics and updates. She even did puppy “artwork” with her, which we got to keep. I was amazed at this level of care, which allowed me to not worry a bit. Priceless.”
Angel C.
Star Sitter
“Angel provided a lovely home and environment for our dog while we were away. We loved daily photos and updates about her time there, and our girl clearly had a wonderful time. Angel was organized, kind, and knowledgable, and we will absolutely book future doggie vacations with her. We are so fortunate to have found her!”
Tami M.Star Sitter
“Tami was great! Everything from the meet and greet to her policies and her dog knowledge. We felt completely secure with our dog staying with her. It seemed our sweet girl had a great time too!”
Jessica S.
“Our dog, Ailyn, had a great time with Jessica and her animals. Ailyn was fascinated with the cats and between them and Clara she had a blast and played hard during her stay.”
Athena & Jordan B.Star Sitter
“Athena took amazing care of our senior dog Lucy! She was super kind and responsive, sending us updates and pics throughout Lucy’s stay. She gave us peace of mind while away knowing that our girl was in great hands. Will definitely book with Athena in the future!”
Melinda L.Star Sitter
“This is the 3rd time Tut has been with Melinda. He is a senior dog and she handles his special needs very well. She always does a super job with him. Thanks Melinda.”
Chase R.Star Sitter
“Chase was great with our little cockapoo for a week. Thank you!!!”
Heidi C.Star Sitter
“Heidi is fantastic. Warm, caring, attentive, great communicator. Couldn’t recommend more. Bindi’s a great host as well! Our 8 1/2 year old dog Emmy stayed with them for two weeks (after our regular dog sitter had a last minute medical emergency and we were lucky to find Heidi). Emmy took a little time to get adjusted and Bindi (Heidi’s dog) gave her space and kept her cool. I’m really thankful to them both for giving Emmy such a welcoming, safe and fun place to stay. She loved the fenced-in outdoor space. And didn’t want to leave when we came to pick her up!”
Gavin H.
“Gavin is such a fun guy who took great care of my dog! He has a big yard that was perfect for my Aussie. Gavin sent lots of cute photos of his dog and mine playing together and passing out afterwards. Bear (my dog) was in great hands. Gavin communicated often and I never felt in the dark about how my pup was doing. I highly recommend him and will continue to leave Bear with him in the future.”
Sue S.
“We felt completely comfortable leaving our "only dog" with Sue and furry friends. She spent time helping us all get oriented and sent us cute photos during our dog's stay. Her home and yard are very dog-centered and very clean. We are happy to know that we can schedule time away in the future that is enjoyable for our dog as well as for us.”
Leahlani S.Star Sitter
“Leahlani Was fantastic. She took great care of my pup and was very responsive with communication. Sam had a ton of fun during his visit, and I picked him up happy and very tired from all the playing he got to do.”
Elthea & Joshua M.Star Sitter
“Elthea and Joshua did an amazing job watching over our puppy. Communication was top notch, we received plenty of pictures. We would definitely recommend!”
Stevvi A.
“We came to Santa Fe for a long weekend along with our dog, Dalton. There were some days where we had activities planned that unfortunately didn’t allow dogs so we hired Stevvi to care for our little guy for an evening and full day. Dalton was happy and relaxed when we picked him up and Stevvi was quick with communication during the 24 hours Dalton was in her care. Thanks so much!”
Leanna H.
“Absolutely love Leanna and Chris! We use their services every time we need a sitter for our 2 Great Pyrenees. The dogs love being there and we have no worries when they are in Leanna's care. Our pups get a great vacation whenever we do!”
Amanda Z.
“Amanda was great. She is very friendly it is easy to see she is a dog lover. Amanda was very accommodating with my family emergency and my pups were looked after well. I will definitely look to her first next time.”
Patricia E.Star Sitter
“Patricia was very easy to work with and was great communicating. My dog loved being at her house and getting to play with Gila and Cedar. I loved that my dog was able to have a lot of outdoor time to soak up the sunshine.”
Michelle D.
“We were so grateful to find Michelle on Rover! Great communication, attention to detail and knowing our geriatric guy was in great hands was wonderful! Highly recommend! Look forward to booking for future boarding. Thank you again!”
Genevieve G.
“Our 1yr old mini doodle had a blast with Genevieve’s 2 dogs - he knew where he was going the 2nd visit & was so excited! We had a blast while he had a blast - peace of mind. We will definitely see Genevieve & her sweet pups on our next trip.”
Katie C.
“I can't tell you how much more we enjoyed our vacation knowing that Shilo was being taken care of so well. And to receive random text pictures of his activities just melted our hearts. A+ and would definitely use again.”
Briar B.
“Briar was a delight to coordinate with, followed directions for food, meds and care, and my pups were immediately in love. They had a great five day vacation, and I got friendly and clear updates with cute photos while I was traveling. The house is bright and welcoming and backs up on tribal land for walks. I am so excited to have found someone I can trust with my puppy and older dog! Thank you, Briar, we will be back ✨”
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As of Aug 2025, 76 sitters provided dog boarding 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, dog boarding sitters 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, 95% of Santa Cruz dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Santa Cruz have an average of 22 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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.
Rover makes it easy to find Santa Cruz dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 76 dog boarding sitters 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, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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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