Doggy Day Care in Santa Monica
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Top rated Santa Monica doggy day care sitters
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“I was very happy having Elliot and Franchesca take care of Migo today. They have a great indoor/outdoor setup and they are located on a very nice street in Santa Monica. Communication was great. Highly recommend!”
“Jonathan was a lifesaver for us! He watched our dog, Bailey, on very short notice and took incredible care of her. Bailey usually gets very anxious when we’re away, but she was happy and relaxed when we picked her up. She loved the walks and having other pups to play with. It’s such a relief to find someone Bailey feels comfortable with. We highly recommend Jonathan for your pups!”
“Jana and Samuel were amazing with my dog Frida! It was wonderful that they left the back door open so she could run in and out, and she loved playing with their kids! Great family and environment :)”
“Amazing Ace had an amazing day with Roxy. Thank you so much for taking such good care of our baby boy. We appreciate seeing photos of Ace smiling. We can tell Ace had a full day of fun and love.”
“Jinyen and her family are the best!! This is the third (maybe 4th?) time they have cared for my pup and they are always my first call when I need care. They keep me updated through the day with the cutest pics, were flexible to unexpected schedule changes, and took my pup on adventures to the beach! They clearly love having the dogs around and want them to have a good stay. 11/10 recommend!”
About: I take care of my aging small dog who’s been my best companion for years. I work from home and spend lots of time teaching him tricks and playing together. I love going for walks — usually 30 to 60 minutes — and I take him almost everywhere with me. I’ve been passionate about dogs for many years and even wrote a simple book for new dog owners, published on Amazon. I’ve also been sitting for friends’ dogs, giving my dog the chance to spend time with other friendly pups. I’m very careful with the dogs I watch and always treat them like my own. I love sending photo and video updates, so you’ll see your dog happy and cared for throughout the day. I work from home, so I’m home most of the time and never leave dogs alone for more than an hour. I usually walk my own small dog for 30–60 minutes each day and can walk your dog together with mine or separately, depending on what’s best. My schedule is flexible during the week and weekends, and I love spending my days caring for dogs. I live in a one-bedroom apartment designed to be pet-friendly for my dog. There’s a patch of artificial grass on the balcony, with a little real grass growing next to it, where dogs can safely go potty anytime. I’m right by the park in Mueller — a super dog-friendly, safe area with plenty of space for walks. My home is clean and free of hazards. I use only non-toxic, natural cleaning products with no artificial fragrances or anything unsafe for pets or food. I’m very careful about my dog’s safety, and I’ll care for your dog with the same attention.
“Heather is an absolutely wonderful sitter! She frequently left detailed updates providing my dog with loving attention, care, and kindness that left me with a real peace of mind throughout the whole entire day. This was my first time using this service and she did such an outstanding job that left me completely satisfied. 10/10”
“Kimberly was great! Our two dogs had a wonderful time staying with her and so appreciated the updates and communication leading up to and during their time with her. Would definitely recommend!”
“Scout always has a great time with Gwen and her pup! She’s super flexible when it comes to booking and is very understanding of my dog’s quirks. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a sitter for a day or overnight.”
About: Hi! I love pups and caring for them. I have a 2 yr old spaniel/retriever. I am a short walk away from the park, that we frequent often I work from home so am fully available during the day for frequent potty breaks and walks ◡̈ I also wake early, so available for early morning drop offs. We have lots of room in our home, and I like to provide lots of cuddling (if wanted ◡̈ ) I prefer dogs are created during the evening.
“An absolute gem on Rover! David and Taylor are incredible - very warm, friendly and extremely trustworthy. Miso had the best time staying with them! Their home has an abundance of space for the dogs to sprawl around (+ beautiful house) & David really treated my dog like their own! I couldn’t recommend them enough! Will definitely be booking again next time I’m in LA :)”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Maddie is truly the BEST dog sitter I could have ever found for Wylie. She is so attentive, communicative, and genuinely cares about him like he’s her own. I get tons of picture updates throughout the day (which I absolutely love), and she always keeps me in the loop on how he’s doing. Wylie comes home happily exhausted every single time — which tells me he’s getting so much love, playtime, and attention while he’s with her. It gives me such peace of mind knowing he’s in such good hands. If you’re looking for someone who is reliable, loving, and goes above and beyond, Maddie is 100% your girl. Wylie and I are so lucky to have found her!”
“Arzu took great care of our crazy Husky. He came home, re energized, cleaner, brushed and super happy. Thank you so much!!! He was really cared for. We will definitely rebook with Arzu.”
“Jewels warmed up to Lydia and Benji immediately with love and cuddles! I was updated with photos and a video of her enjoying herself! Thanks so much! Can't recommend you both enough!”
Over 2,241 pet parents in Santa Monica have booked doggy day care
Santa Monica dog parents share their Rover experiences
Nicole was absolutely wonderful with Hank! She kept me updated throughout the entire day with photos and messages, which gave me such peace of mind. Hank clearly had a blast — she took him on plenty of fun adventures and made sure he was well cared for the whole time. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Nicole again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who goes above and beyond!
Heather is an absolutely wonderful sitter! She frequently left detailed updates providing my dog with loving attention, care, and kindness that left me with a real peace of mind throughout the whole entire day. This was my first time using this service and she did such an outstanding job that left me completely satisfied. 10/10
Paulina was phenomenal! She suggested a call before she took care of my pup for the first time and sincerely wanted to understand all his quirks. She was very communicative and sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the day. Mango didn’t want to leave when I picked him up- the sign of a fun day!!
Jonathan watched our little pup for the day and right away, we felt confident that he was a great and reliable sitter. He was kind and quick to respond with photos, and while our pup was a little shy at first, he warmed up and had the best time. He came home in a happy, (but sleepy) mood from his fun day with Jonathan. We’ll definitely be reaching out to Jonathan again.
Daisy had so much fun with Roxy! It was Daisy’s first time behind away from me for an extended amount of time, and Roxy was so sweet and caring with her so she was comfortable and happy. Daisy loved the fenced in yard and really made herself at home. Will definitely rebook with Roxy in the future!
Hope took great care of my dog Kirby today. She gave him plenty of exercise with long walks and made sure he was comfortable and well looked after the entire time. I was running late for pickup and she was flexible and easy to coordinate with, which I really appreciated. Communication was smooth and I felt confident Kirby was in good hands. I would recommend Hope to anyone looking for a reliable and attentive sitter.
Kimberly was great, she handled Kobe really well. Her place is also perfect for dogs with a big backyard for dogs to roam around. You can tell right away that Kimberly loves dogs as Kobe felt right at home with her. Thanks again Kimberly for taking good care of Kobe!
Manuela has been our regular sitter for years for both daycare and boarding. Our dog has separation anxiety/hates being alone, and Manuela has been wonderful in caring for her — either ensuring that she’s accompanied at home or taken around town with her. She treats our pup like family. Also flexible with pick up and drop off times, which has been appreciated with our sometimes unpredictable work schedule.
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The median cost per day for doggy day care in Santa Monica is $50
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Sitters in Santa Monica average 5 repeat doggy day care clients
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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 Monica on Rover as of May 2026 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 May 2026, 6,937 sitters provided doggy day care in Santa Monica. 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, 87% of Santa Monica sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Santa Monica have an average of 16 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 Monica.
Santa Monica 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 Monica 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 6,937 sitters offering doggy day care in Santa Monica on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Santa Monica, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.
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