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 and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Todd was great with our dogs for an overnight! We don’t travel without the dogs very often and it’s hard finding someone new, Todd was very easy going and dependable and made sure our dogs and home were well looked after. And on a holiday no less. Thank you Todd!”


“Margaret is PHENOMENAL! This review is a long time coming but she was great with my pup. She’s friendly, flexible and communicative and my pup loves her! What more can I ask???”

“I think my dog likes Mark more than me. He was great as usual and continues to be my go to sitter. The pup is happy. The house is cleaner than when I left. What more can I ask for when returning home from travel?”

“Lindsay always takes great care of our pup and our home! We are so lucky to have her close by and genuinely do not know what we’d do without her. Thank you again Lindsay!”

“Michelle is incredible. For ten days she looked after our two cats and our home. She sent daily photos and updates. She thoughtfully took care of our home, leaving it clean and tidy for our return. It's clear she truly loves cats - ours were so relaxed and chill when we got home. She's a great communicator, a cool and reliable human. We feel lucky and grateful to have found her, ❤️”

“Grace is an amazing dog sitter and we would recommend her to anyone. She stayed in touch daily and shared photos/videos to show us how Ruby was doing, going above and beyond with her care. We were able to truly relax during our vacation knowing Ruby was in great hands. We would hire her again in a heartbeat.”

“Samantha was AMAZING!! From our meet and greet on my dogs were in love with her. She was so great about sending updates and it was clear in her photos that they both loved her so much. Our house was also well taken care of! We will 100% be using her again.”

“Ban and Carlyn were amazing sitters. They house sat our two big dogs (90lbs and 60lbs) for a week. Before booking they came out for a quick meet and greet with the pups to see if it was a good match and the pups loved them right away. During their stay they were very communicative and got back to us in only a couple of mins. When we got back home the house was spotless and the pups were very happy. I would definitely recommend them to others.”

“Jason did an amazing job watching both my dogs. He was very communicative and sent plenty of pictures and videos and gave updates every day while I was on my trip. I was hesitant of hiring a sitter at first as both my dogs can be a bit high maintenance, but they instantly took a liking to Jason which made me feel at ease. I appreciated how flexible he was with everything from meetups to following instructions to giving updates about how my dogs were doing while I was away. This helped me not feel anxious or worried about them my entire trip and I was able to fully enjoy my vacation. Would highly recommend Jason to anyone who is looking for a great dog sitter and will definitely be requesting his services again. Thank you again, Jason!”

“Mr. Biscuit is so happy when Aolani is here with him. The pictures she’s able to capture of them together are no less than super adorable. I can see the light and life in his eyes when he’s with her. He’s an older guy, but I think he feels young again when he’s with Aolani! Aolani is very responsible, pays close attention to detail and goes over and beyond to make our little guy feel special, happy and comfortable. It is apparent that she really cares about annimals, and I’m so happy to have found her. She’s literally the best!”

“Taya-Morgan is our regular dog walker but also our dog sitter when we are away on vacation. She not only takes great care of Yoshinobu (our 65lb pit bull) but is kind, super professional, and took great care of our home. We would 1000% recommend her.”

“Aleesa was a great sitter for our little puppy. She arrived on time with brought dog treats. We came home to a happy puppy and a rundown of everything that happened during the afternoon. We would definitely recommend her.”

“Julie did a wonderful job with my babies. She sent my photos every day. My house was left clean and tiday. I would definitely use her again and I highly recommend her.”

About: Volunteered at an animal shelter and at an aquarium each for a year, respectively. Also have had cats for 10+ years, so I have plenty of day-to-day experience dealing with pets. I'm a UC Berkeley student back in Santa Monica for the summer (from now to mid-August), which means I can work basically whatever hours or whatever day of the week. Petting and playing with your pet, taking them for extra long walks, maybe even running with them for a little bit, if they seem down for it, feeding them (as specified), etc.
About: I grew up with a Shar Pei, a Weimaraner, a Pug, a French Bulldog, and I currently have a American Bully/Dachshund mix. As a kid, I would also play with and care for the animals in my neighborhood. I am skilled with dogs ranging in size from 2-160 pounds. I used to volunteer my Sundays with Much Love Animal Rescue at their Santa Monica and Century City locations. Dogs have always had a special place in my heart and the bond between humans and dogs is something to cherish. If your dog wants tug-o-war, fetch, belly rubs, or a companion to be with, then look no further: I am a dog lover from the beginning to the end of the doggie spectrum! I am currently working from home and have a flexible schedule. I am available for regularly scheduled walks/visits/feedings for your loved ones. I am also happy to help out on a last minute basis. I am happy to come to your home once or multiple times a day and/or overnights if needed. Your pets needs are my priority so you can trust me to show up when a plan is in place.
“We were hesitant to leave our senior dog with someone new, but after meeting Lilian, we were immediately at ease. She didn’t bat an eye at my extremely lengthy instructions and sent lots of photos and videos. Our sweet girl takes some extra care and patience and we are so grateful that we were able to enjoy our vacation knowing she was in the best of hands. Our furnace went out the day before we returned and she handled it all without a glitch (despite a freezing cold house). We feel lucky to have found Lillian!”

Over 2,084 pet parents in Santa Monica have booked house sitting
Santa Monica pet parents share their Rover experiences
Eileen took great care of my dog, Rex, while I was away. She was proactive, dependable, and handled his quirks with confidence, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. I came home to a happy dog and a clean, well-cared-for home. She’s a grounded, capable sitter, and I would happily book with her again!

My 5 month old puppy loves Roxane. Roxane has helped me out last minute on multiple occasions for overnight drop in visits and it couldn’t have gone any better. She keeps me updated and sticks to the feeding schedule and makes sure my pup gets all the attention she needs. 10/10

Michelle was absolutely amazing with Ace! She followed everything exactly on schedule and took such great care of him while I was away. It was clear that she was very loving, patient, and genuinely cared about him. I really appreciated all the pictures and updates she sent throughout the stay, it gave me so much peace of mind knowing Ace was happy and well cared for. I could tell he was getting lots of attention and affection. I highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for a trustworthy, reliable, and caring dog sitter. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Ace! Will book again for sure!

Fidana was amazing! I have had not so great sitters in the past and she really made me feel so comfortable. I have a 65lb big boy that requires extra attention when walking. She not only kept me post when I was away but constantly sent me videos of my dog. 100/100 Fidana is the best!!

We were so lucky to have snagged Aech when we needed to extend our last trip. Really appreciated the regular check-ins and photos of our girl. Luna was perfectly content with their time together, as were we! Will be happy to leave our pup in such great hands when we head out of town again. Thanks so much 🖤🤍

Kara was great. She house sat with our dog and three cats, which we had never done before - we usually bring the dog somewhere else. We were worried but it was clear early on that the animals were immediately at ease with her and in good hands. She was responsive and kind, and sent some cute photos! Thanks Kara!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Santa Monica is $63
Why Choose Rover?
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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.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 12,159 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.

















