House Sitting in Santa Monica
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Top rated Santa Monica house sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Timothy is one of the best sitters we’ve ever used. He’s super communicative, attentive, and made our pup feel very comfortable. Our dog loved hanging out with him. Would highly recommend!”
“Elizabeth was great with my senior dog that needs extra care and someone with patience. She also took great care of my home and went the extra mile moving an extremely heavy package I got delivered. Will definitely ask Elizabeth to dog sit every time I’m out of town.”
“Margaret has really good communication skills and took daily photos while walking my husky dog and sent text messages on a daily basis. I will use her again in the future and can recommend her services.”
About: My name is Heath King and I’m just the guy to care and comfort your pets and animals while you are off doing more important things! Born and raised in Florida so I have no fear of snakes and large animals. Bring it on! Certified animal whisperer! Every day I’m available at all times. Caring for animals is my full time job! And I always have my phone on me! Very flexible schedule I can accommodate to your pets needs. And make them feel as comfortable as they can be! I like to make sure the dogs are walked and spend a good amount of time outside. While inside I like to play calming music for myself and the animals.
About: Hi! My name is Ella, I am from NY and moved to LA about a year ago to pursue my MBA from UCLA. I absolutely love dogs and I grew up with many dogs in my life - large black lab mixes when I was young, my childhood family dog was a terrier mix, and now recently my family has had 2 westie mixes. I grew up caring for, walking, and sitting all types of dogs, and am excited to dog sit and walk on Rover as my schedule does not currently allow me to have my own dog (for now!). I am available full time 24/7 until I go back to school on September 25. When i start classes, my classes will be in the afternoons Tuesday through Thursday, and i will be home again in the evenings. My apartment has a long enclosed hallway outside my apartment door, if dogs do escape, they will not be able to get beyond the hallway. In clients homes, i take note of a dogs temperament and always leash them near the door if i expect that they will run out.
“Sabrina was very attentive and loving towards Disco! She was also great at giving frequent updates. Definitely will book her again and recommend her to anyone looking for a pet-sitter”
About: I’ve been pet sitting and caring for my own pets since I was 15. I love all dogs, any size and any age. Every dog has their own personality that makes them special. I will always make sure your dog is happy while you’re away! I have a hybrid job which gives me flexibility in my schedule. I usually work from home during the week, and I’m around most weekends. I am happy to stay at your home or drop in while caring for your pets! I cannot have any pets at my own apartment currently.
“Mark has been phenomenal every time we have used him. Not only does he take great care of the house but I feel bad coming home because I know that I won’t take care of my dog as well as he did. He is great at communicating and you can tell that the dog loves spending time with him.”
“Haifa was hands down the best cat sitter I’ve ever had. She took great care with my two elderly Bengals and they were very happy when I returned. She also left my place in immaculate condition which was a big plus!”
“Nehalem took excellent care of our three animals and sent frequent updates. She also left our home in perfect shape and went above and beyond in that respect as well. I would definitely ask her to stay again and would recommend to anyone looking!”
“Patrick was great! Super easy to work with, followed instructions to a tee and was the perfect friend for my old cranky Chi. He definitely knows how to read dogs and was able to gain my little guy’s trust. Definitely will hire again.”
“Aleesa was fantastic watching our dog Lemon, I would highly recommend! Our dog is anxious and can be reactive to certain situations. Aleesa understood completely and took great care of lemon! She met lemon early to establish a relationship and learn more about how to manage her anxiety. Aleesa communicated with us every day and sent us lots of very cute pictures. She also gave lemon very long walks and played all of Lemon's favorite games. I would recommend Aleesa to anyone, especially if you have a dog with anxiety!”
About: Hi, I’m Rachel! I consider myself a dog Aunt to many of my family and friends’ dogs. My household was the house that watched all our extended family’s animals, including many of my Aunts & Uncles labs during the summer. I love watching my friends dogs and going on long walks with them! I’m currently working full-time and have availability anytime after 6pm during the week. On the weekends, I have open availability, Saturday and Sunday for walks! I think creating a warm and safe environment is key. I have a spacious apartment with a small patio area. I try to create a calm environment so your pup feels at ease & cared for :)
“Gwen was amazing! She watched our 11 year old dog at our house for 3 days and took such great care of him! She was communicative the entire time and sent daily updates. When we got home, our dog was very happy and healthy. You could tell she took the best care of him! I will continue to book Gwen for any dog sitting needs.”
“Isabella is the first person who has watched my dog Darla outside of my family, and she’s been extremely kind and professional. I had an emergency with my flight and she helped me last minute by watching my dog an extra night, and she was very communicative. Will definitely book with her again in the future!”
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Jason K.
“Jason was great with Marigold and Shaddy. His Communication was great and we arrive back home to a clean house and 2 very tired dogs! Will definitely use again.”
Timothy J.
“Timothy is one of the best sitters we’ve ever used. He’s super communicative, attentive, and made our pup feel very comfortable. Our dog loved hanging out with him. Would highly recommend!”
Elizabeth A.
“Elizabeth was great with my senior dog that needs extra care and someone with patience. She also took great care of my home and went the extra mile moving an extremely heavy package I got delivered. Will definitely ask Elizabeth to dog sit every time I’m out of town.”
Margaret B.
“Margaret has really good communication skills and took daily photos while walking my husky dog and sent text messages on a daily basis. I will use her again in the future and can recommend her services.”
Heath K.
“Heath is amazing and a master at pet care!!! I had him watch my Frenchie Dixie for two weeks while I was in Miami and he sent photos the entire time, kept me updated, and even went above and beyond to take my trash out and wash the sheets before I got in town. I would highly recommend his services and he's got a great commanding presence yet is also very kind. 10 out of 10”
Ella M.
“Ella has cared for my pup Marley many times over the years, and I always feel completely at ease knowing he’s with her. She genuinely loves dogs whether it’s taking them on long walks or snuggling up for cuddle time. She always sends the sweetest photo updates, and Marley looks so happy every time. You’d be lucky to have Ella look after your dog, she treats them like her own! :)”
Sabrina L.
“Sabrina was very attentive and loving towards Disco! She was also great at giving frequent updates. Definitely will book her again and recommend her to anyone looking for a pet-sitter”
Elle F.
“My Golden Retriever loves when Elle is house sitter and dog walker. Elle is reliable and trustworthy - not only can you count on her, she exceeds expectations. I enthusiastically recommend Elle to anyone and everyone looking for a dog sitter and/or dog walker.”
Mark H.
“Mark has been phenomenal every time we have used him. Not only does he take great care of the house but I feel bad coming home because I know that I won’t take care of my dog as well as he did. He is great at communicating and you can tell that the dog loves spending time with him.”
Haifa A.
“Haifa was hands down the best cat sitter I’ve ever had. She took great care with my two elderly Bengals and they were very happy when I returned. She also left my place in immaculate condition which was a big plus!”
Nehalem K.
“Nehalem took excellent care of our three animals and sent frequent updates. She also left our home in perfect shape and went above and beyond in that respect as well. I would definitely ask her to stay again and would recommend to anyone looking!”
Patrick K.
“Patrick was great! Super easy to work with, followed instructions to a tee and was the perfect friend for my old cranky Chi. He definitely knows how to read dogs and was able to gain my little guy’s trust. Definitely will hire again.”
Aleesa P.
“Aleesa was fantastic watching our dog Lemon, I would highly recommend! Our dog is anxious and can be reactive to certain situations. Aleesa understood completely and took great care of lemon! She met lemon early to establish a relationship and learn more about how to manage her anxiety. Aleesa communicated with us every day and sent us lots of very cute pictures. She also gave lemon very long walks and played all of Lemon's favorite games. I would recommend Aleesa to anyone, especially if you have a dog with anxiety!”
Rachel L.
“Rachel is incredibly caring, responsible, punctual, and responsive. She follows through on commitments and communicates clearly. I highly recommend her as a dog-sitter or pet-sitter in general!”
Eric B.
“Eric was great! Our anxious dog was quite comfortable with him. He accepted our request at the last minute and took good care of our baby. 5 stars!”
Sophia I.
“Sophia was so amazing with watching our boy. She showed up on time, and followed all instructions. We immediately booked her a few more times. She’s awesome!”
Dan & Jess J.
“Jess and Dan were fantastic. They were so communicative and sent lots of great updates with photos and videos. House was also cleaned and kept tidy! Thank you!!”
Gwendolyn G.
“Gwen was amazing! She watched our 11 year old dog at our house for 3 days and took such great care of him! She was communicative the entire time and sent daily updates. When we got home, our dog was very happy and healthy. You could tell she took the best care of him! I will continue to book Gwen for any dog sitting needs.”
Isabella M.
“Isabella is the first person who has watched my dog Darla outside of my family, and she’s been extremely kind and professional. I had an emergency with my flight and she helped me last minute by watching my dog an extra night, and she was very communicative. Will definitely book with her again in the future!”
soleil a.
“Soleil was very responsible, upbeat and easy to communicate with. My dog has separation anxiety and she was very patient and kind.”
Over 1,920 pet parents in Santa Monica have booked house sitting
Santa Monica pet parents share their Rover experiences
Ximena was absolutely wonderful with our pup, Benjamin! She went above and beyond—not only taking amazing care of him, but also leaving our home as we left it. She kept us updated throughout, and it was clear how much she cared. Benjamin adored her (and definitely tested her smarts a few times 😅). We’d definitely book her again!
Gwen was amazing! She watched our 11 year old dog at our house for 3 days and took such great care of him! She was communicative the entire time and sent daily updates. When we got home, our dog was very happy and healthy. You could tell she took the best care of him! I will continue to book Gwen for any dog sitting needs.
Ellyot was great! She took care of our 2 year old bernadoodle and our 19(!) year old kitty for a week. She is super organized, kind, responsive and loving! She sent daily photos of both pets. She also reached out with questions when they arose. She’s completely trustworthy, super neat and our pets loved her right away after the meet and greet. We will definitely use her again and again!
Jordyn watched Giacomo in our home for five days and did an incredible job keeping us updated and letting us know our little man was safe and in good spirits. She was great handling Giacomo's special needs and we would use her again in a heartbeat. Thanks for everything, Jordyn!
Phenomenal animal lover! Shelby was punctual, reliable, caring and very responsible during her weeklong stay with our elderly dog. She was just as happy to be with our little Biscuit as he was to be with her. Shelby is most definitely our first choice moving forward whenever we are in need of short or long-term dog sitting. Highly recommend! Thank you, Shelby! You’re the best!
My wife and I really stress about leaving our two boys when traveling. Amelia alleviated ALL of that stress. She sent us updates and photos that made us feel so comforted (borderline jealous) with how much they clearly enjoyed her presence. It's rare to see our one cat, Luther looking so relaxed with a "stranger". So pleased with her help.
Carolina was the perfect housesitter- dog and cat caretaker. Last minute booking for us. She came by for pre-sit meeting the same day she said she was available. Asked us questions before sitting that we hadnt thought of. Took detailed notes. When at our house she sent photos and wrote about their days. House was pristine when she left. Pets were happy.
Nehalem was the best at taking care of my dog! He is a very large dog and she was able to make sure he got all the attention and outdoor playtime! She sent me photos during the stay and it looked like my dog could not possibly have had a better time. She was very attentive and knowledgeable with dogs. It was extremely easy to communicate with her. I will definitely be rebooking with her!!
Ophelia is so good with our boy - he’s a puppy so he can still get into some trouble, and she’s beyond kind and patient with him! She always updates us and our puppy and the cats were absolutely obsessed with her. We came home to the house super clean, we love her!
Nadya was such an amazing house sitter for our two cats while we were away for a 6 day trip. She was diligent in following the care instructions we left both for each of our cats (including one senior cat who requires a little extra care) as well as for maintaining the house. She made sure to send us lots of updates and adorable videos of our kitties so we didn't miss them too much and felt like we knew what they were getting up to while we were away. We will certainly use her as our sitter going forward and would highly recommend her to anyone else looking for one!
Haley did such an incredible job with Ryder. I would highly recommend her. She took Ryder out for a long walk and spent the day enjoying the sunshine at the lake. He was one tired pup when he came home. In addition she was very nice and punctual and kept in touch with photos and good communication.
Lindsey took great care of my cat and my apartment, leaving everything clean and my cat happy :) There was a misunderstanding at the beginning since I was looking for someone to stay at my place overnight (house sitting), and Lindsey has her own cat to take care of, but we found a compromise. Lindsey is very sweet, personable, and professional. She took notes as I was briefing her, and sent me pictures everyday which made me feel reassured. I highly recommend Lindsey!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Santa Monica is $63
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Sitters in Santa Monica average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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 Monica on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $63 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 Aug 2025, there are 11,652 house sitters in Santa Monica. 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, 83% of Santa Monica house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Santa Monica have an average of 14 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 Monica.
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 Monica 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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