Doggy Day Care in Santa Maria
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1. Lyuba C.

“My dog Winnie had a wonderful time with this family! She received lots of attention and affection and I loved the pictures and videos that were sent to me throughout the day. We were happy with her care and will definitely bring Winnie to Lyuba and her family again!”


2. Kyle H.

“Kyle and Sara took such good care of my Juniper! When we dropped her off the second day, she happily ran to their front door like they were old friends!”


3. Lori B.
About: Animal lover here. I’ve had pets all my life and have taken care of pets for the day, and for people on extended vacation. Animals are not left at my home alone. I can take trips to the beach or park as long as the owners are comfortable with that. Pets sleep inside the home with me. I can pick up and/or drop off for a small extra fee. I’m currently a stay at home mom with two teen boys. I have plenty of time to give your pets the attention they need while you are away. Focus will be on keeping your pets happy. I will be playing with your pets inside and outside to keep them happy and busy while you are away. I will modify to any needs your dog may have. Again, I never leave dogs I am watching home alone.


4. Abraham C.

“Abraham took exceptional care of my dogs, Raven and Kisses, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the start, it was clear that Abraham has a real passion for dogs. I was nervous at first because my bully doesn’t get along with other dogs to well and my chihuahua is very picky with people but He was attentive, reliable, and went above and beyond to make sure my dogs were comfortable and well cared for while I was away. I will definitely be booking with him again.”


5. Anna O.

“Amazing person to trust your dog with. Kept me updated with pictures, videos & messages. Very flexible with time which was greatly appreciated. 100% will book again.”


6. Cary & Brian C.
“Cary did a great job looking after Brody! We enjoyed the meet and greet and walk with Frank. Cary listened to me about Brody’s needs and his anxiety. Brody spent all day at Cary’s home and when I collected Brody he was a calm and happy dog. Thanks so much!”


7. Stephanie M.

“Stephanie and her pup Abby were a perfect fit for my high energy dog Dexter! Will definitely be coming back!”


8. Danielle F.

“Danielle was great with my dog Brody! Brody has anxiety and gets worried about new situations so he was anxious but no need to worry, I picked up a very happy dog! Danielle was very caring with Brody and gave him time to settle in. Thankyou so much!”


9. Gifti T.

“Gifti was a pleasant last minute surprise, Isla my dog did not want to leave. Im grateful that Gifti provided a warm loving atmosphere for my baby girl.”


10. Jacob R.
“I highly recommend Jacob as a pet caregiver! He is responsible, attentive, and truly loves animals. He is highly adaptive to each pet’s individual needs, whether it’s a specific feeding routine, extra playtime, or providing medication. Jacob always goes above and beyond to ensure my pets feel comfortable and cared for. I trust him completely and know my pets are in great hands with him. - Julian A.”


11. Krystal A.
About: I have owned multiple pets since a toddler. Rescue/abused/ boarding,home sitting, night sitting, meds care, walks sitting experience for years ! I’m a bilingual speaker too. I have done home drop bys for birds, cats, horses, turtles, fish and small animals that need feeding, meds during the day. I have had pets all my life and I still have pets so a pet care schedule is normal on a daily basis for me. Babysitting at the pet parents home I will write notes each day how the doggy, cat ect did during my care. I will take pics if they’re away to let them know they’re okay. Depending on the furry parents instructions I will follow as directed. I will shower your pet with love, make them feel at ease you’re away, talk to them and play with them to help them feel comfortable! I love to connect with them !


12. Maddison P.

“Maddison was very accommodating, taking care of our dogs on Thanksgiving day. They were happy and tired when we picked them up. Will use her again to take care of our dogs.”


13. Margo B.
“I can’t say enough good things about Margo! She is reliable, professional, and truly cares about my dog. Every walk is on time, and she always provide updates with pictures, which gives me peace of mind. My dog absolutely adores her and comes back happy and well-exercised. I highly recommend Margo to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog walker!”


14. Francesca L.
About: Hello, pet parents! I’m Francesca, a passionate and responsible pet lover and owner with a wealth of experience in providing top-notch care for furry friends. With a strong commitment to ensuring the well-being and happiness of pets, I am dedicated to making your pet’s time away from home as enjoyable and stress-free as possible. Your pet’s well-being is my utmost priority, and I promise to treat them with the same love and care as I do my own. I work full time remote from home with a very flexible schedule, so your dog will have my full commitment and attention at all times. I have a fenced in yard for outdoor exercise. I also have the sweetest fur baby, Brody, a 9 month old neutered French Bulldog. Brody, is very friendly, playful, and always loves making new friends. If your dog is social and loves to play, then they will have an absolute blast with Brody!


15. Desiree K.

“Moose had the best time with Desiree! He had another dog to play with and she took such good care of them both. Loved getting photos and videos of the dogs playing and enjoying their time together. Highly recommend this sitter :)”




16. Joanne T.
About: Hello my name is Joanne and I own Posh Pet Sitting. We have over 400 repeat clients in theNipomo/ Santa Maria/Orcutt area and our family grows daily. We live in Nipomo on over an acre of land that is completely fenced. All of our pets are in a home environment never outside and most sleep in our beds if they prefer. Our home is a pet play place and our four legged clients scratch at our door to come in when they arrive. Our Visitors play all day and we even may a homemade chicken and rice mixture to go in their food if their owners approve. We always have wholesome healthy treats and our visitors are treated like family. Posh Pet Sitting always goes above and beyond what is expected and our clients appreciate this. Our pet visitors love us!! About this sitter: My name is Joanne Trudeau. I own Posh Pet Sitting in Santa Maria California. I have been pet sitting just about all of my life. I decided to open my business in early 2011 and it has been amazing. I am a certified pet sitter and absolutely crazy about all animals! I an fully licensed and have numerous references from my long list of repeat clients. I own two Great Danes, Zane and Koa and a Chihuahua named Ceasar. Why I love dog sitting All my life!! I love all animals and have had them around me for as long as I can remember. I've volunteered at shelters, worked as a Vet Technician and now I'm living my dream and own my own Pet Sitting Business About my yard We have two separate yards for our pet visitors, one for our large dogs and one for our small dogs. They are both pet safe and completely fenced in. My experience administering medication Yes, I administer medication for many of my clients.


17. Madelyn V.
“I can't say enough wonderful things about Madelyn's care of my Belgian Malinois. She sent frequent photo updates during their stays, was extremely reliable with scheduling, and went above and beyond by taking them on long walks and teaching them new tricks. My high energy puppy warmed up to her gentle, patient approach. Highly recommend!”


18. Angel A.
About: I love taking care of animals I love taking them out, walks and enjoying the sunset with them or the sunrise going on those long walk to stretch your legs and of course playing with them I’m always available. I’m only a part-time associate of Victoria’s Secret and animals in my passion so I was gonna make them in part of my routine. I live in a house with a ton of room for the fur babies in my bed or in their crates in my room. I always take them out to the Dog park so they can run around and potty and then at the end of the day if they really really stinky I’ll give them the dog baths and i have having furry companions to be out around just on a walks And I time I love to make sure they know how to listen to the commands


19. Skylar C.

“Sarah was great! Diesel loved her and enjoyed his time. She continue keep updates with us and we love that! He was well take care of and no doubt we will continue bringing our dog with her ☺️?”


20. Madison M.
About: I have been taking care of pets for the past four years, house sitting and walks and playtime.I am currently a full time student.I have a fairly flexible schedule and excessive love for animals. I am available for mornings/late night check ups.Mid day walks and play time. And overnight care, I am flexible and here for what your family needs. I have a fenced in yard with grassy play space, I have a 3 & 1 1/2 year old Queensland and both love to have pups to play with!
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Doggy Day Care FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Santa Maria on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $44 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 Mar 2025, 153 sitters provided doggy day care in Santa Maria. 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 Maria sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Santa Maria have an average of 18 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 2 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 Maria.
Santa Maria 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 Maria 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 153 sitters offering doggy day care in Santa Maria on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Santa Maria, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
