Pet Sitting in Santee

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Sitter Profile Image: Aide C.
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Aide C.
$22
total per visit
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
El Cajon, CA, 92021

About: I’ve been taking care of animals ever since I can remember. From feeding my extended family’s pet to walking dogs and staying over night as an adult. Pet care is always a part of my daily routine. I have 2 indoor cats and 2 stray cats that come everyday to eat and lay around. I can easily make time to tend to other pets I tend to other pets with love attention, make them at ease as it can be a stressful time for pets when human parents are away from home.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren R.
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Lauren R.
$17
total per visit
10 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

About: I have about 10 years of house sitting experience. I am comfortable with all types of animal. From dogs and cats to turtles and chickens! I currently work in education on Monday-Friday 7:30-4pm. I am excited to do walks after work and snuggles in the evening. And lots of love and playing of the weekends. Safety is a top priority for me as well as updates. I love sending pictures of what we are up to and the fun we are having.

Sitter Profile Image: Lara F.
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Lara F.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

Lara was prompt, communicative and thorough when taking care of our cat, Miso. I look forward to having her return for my next, as yet unplanned, getaway!

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Sitter Profile Image: Joshua F.
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Joshua F.
$24
total per visit
40 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life and have raised and helped raise multiple dogs from puppyhood, with experience across all sizes and energy levels. I’m confident caring for puppies, adult dogs, and seniors who may need extra patience and structure. What sets me apart is real-world experience and reliability. I provide calm, attentive care and make sure every dog feels safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away. I work full-time Monday through Friday, but I have a flexible schedule that allows me to be available for dog walks and drop-in visits throughout the week. This flexibility enables me to provide dependable, attentive, and consistent care for your pets while accommodating scheduled visits as needed. At this time, I offer dog walking and drop-in visit services. I focus on providing safe, attentive, and enjoyable care while following each dog’s individual routine, energy level, and specific needs. My goal is to make every visit a positive and comfortable experience for both you and your pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Deeanna G.
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Deeanna G.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

Took very good care of our two cats while we were out of town. Really put effort into getting the shy one to come out of her shell.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tyler M.
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Tyler M.
$35
total per visit
15 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

About: I'm very accustomed to all kinds of dogs! From pups to elderly dogs, small to large I'm the right guy for the job. I've raised all 3 of my dogs from puppies along with helping friends with theirs. I have tons of experience in cleaning and keeping them busy so I am more then happy to help with watching pups! I also have experience with elderly dogs that require medical treatment, as long as I get a detailed explanation on the steps to help I'll be able to follow them perfectly. I also live with very large dogs so I have all the experience with how to handle them no problem. I'm currently on summer break so I have plenty of time to look over your pets! I am very willing to work weekends, weekdays, and holidays. I have 2 very friendly dogs while my third is pretty territorial so while I can make sure your dogs are safe and acclimate them to the others, I feel it would be best to stay at your house.

Sitter Profile Image: Mariah C.
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Mariah C.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
9 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

About: I have taken care of dogs from senior chihuahuas with diabetes to great danes to puppies, along with my two fur babies! I have trained dogs on how to walk on leash, bathing dogs, done post surgical care for my own dogs in the past as well as worked with many other dogs administering their medications. I welcome all personalities of doggos from the shy ones to the super energetic! I work part time in a remote position. I will occasionally see patients in their homes. Otherwise I work remote 5 days a week and would love to spend time with your pet! I have experience with crate training, leash training and using enrichment activities to help more energetic dogs burn off extra energy! I prioritize providing your pet with a safe and loving environment. I treat all pets as if they are my own. I believe strongly in "listening" to the body language of pets and building trust over time.

Sitter Profile Image: Maureen Joice L.
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Maureen Joice L.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Southwest, Santee, CA, 92071

About: I genuinely enjoy being around dogs and making them feel comfortable, safe, and loved. I'm active, patient, and love going on walks, playing, or just keeping them company. I'll care for your dog the same way I would my own. Pet care is already part of my everyday life because of my own dog, Taco. He's super active, so walks and park trips are already part of my everyday routine. I genuinely enjoy being around dogs, so dog walking and drop in visits fit naturally into my schedule. I'm available weekday afternoons and anytime on weekends. I always want dogs to feel safe and comfortable around me. On walks, I pay attention to their pace, surroundings, and anything that could stress them out. In a client's home, I follow their routine and make sure their dog feels relaxed and cared for. I treat my dog like they're my own ❤️

Sitter Profile Image: Audrey P.
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Audrey P.
$16
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

About: Family and friends have entrusted me to watch their pets as I have grown up with them myself. We have a dog and cat at home, both of whom are my top priority. I enjoy walking, playing, and most importantly, giving them the attention they so much deserve. Because I am a college student, breaks between classes make pet-sitting and walking convenient. I am also available during scheduled holiday breaks and in the summer. At your home, I am flexible with your pet’s needs. Whether outside or in, I can be your dog’s partner in crime (while safety comes first) and keep them company.

Sitter Profile Image: Alexis P.
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Alexis P.
$49
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
31 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

We recently moved to the area and needed to find someone new on rover. Alexis was amazing! Super professional, had great communication, went above and beyond, and so sweet with our furbabies! She was so caring with our a old blind dog and patient with our a very energetic pup. It was so reassuring to have her come check in on our fur-babies. Highly recommend! Super thankful for Alexis!

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Jenn S.
Sitter Profile Image: Shelby & Dalton T.
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Shelby & Dalton T.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
19 repeat clients
9 years of experience
El Cajon, CA, 92021

Shelby and her husband Dalton were outstanding when sitting my two cute kitties for 10 days. I was very nervous to leave them for so long but Shelby was willing to meet them in advance which gave me peace of mind getting to know her prior to the scheduled dates. She was familiar with my neighborhood, understood my alarm system, and was great with my cats. During my time away, they were prompt, communicative, and responsive when I checked in. They took cute pics and played with my kitties. I could tell from what they sent me that my babies were happy when they visited. I’m truly thankful to have found someone who is reliable and accommodating. Especially since my furry loved ones are so important to me. I’d highly recommend Shelby and Dalton and will be continuing my relationship with them in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Charlie S.
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Charlie S.
$22
total per visit
20 years of experience
Lakeside, CA, 92040

About: I have three cats of my own (all successfully introduced as adults), and have spent my whole life taking care of the cats in my family. Over the past few years, I have been regularly caring for my friends pets when they go out of town for extended periods of time. I have cared for cats of all ages and personalities, from kittens to seniors and from outgoing to shy. I am also an artist, and will happily draw a portrait of your cat as an added gift with my care! I work part time at my day job 2-3 days a week from 9-5. I have a very open schedule, able to care for your pet any day whether that be morning, evening, or night. I have reliable transportation and don’t mind traveling throughout the county. When first cats, I allow them to approach me on their own to get to know me on their own terms. If allowed, I will given them a treat to let them know I am a friend. I will start off my visit by checking their food, giving them fresh water, and cleaning their litter box. Once I have spent this time around them, I will see if they are in the mood to either play or be pet. I will pay attention to their body language before initiating physical affection. If they seem like they are just in the mood to spend time in the same space without much interaction, I will either read a book or draw in my sketchbook so I can keep them company.

Sitter Profile Image: Andrea G.
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Andrea G.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
5 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

About: I am an animal lover of all kinds but dogs hold a special place in my heart. I am a mom of 3 boys and 2 fur babies. Goose is a Australian Heeler mix who is very smart, playful and always keeps me on my toes. Sadie is a Yellow Lab Mix who is the most gentle,sweet,and playful girl.Both of my pups were adopted from the shelter and if I could adopt more I would. Since I am limited to two caring for your animals helps to love all the animals without creating a small farm at home. I love walking, hiking, and being outdoors in our beautiful city. One fun fact about me is I have found and reunited at minimum 9 dogs in the past couple years. I seem to be a canine magnet. I hope to get a chance to meet your pet and see what kind of adventures we can have. I am have been a stay at home mom for 13 years and during that time I have volunteered at my children's schools. Now that they are older it has opened my schedule up during the week and some weekends. I have a fenced yard in a nice calm neighborhood that is built for safety. The dogs are welcome to hang out with the family but I am also comfortable kenneling.

Sitter Profile Image: Rachel B.
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Rachel B.
$43
total per visit
16 years of experience
El Cajon, CA, 92021

About: I grew up around both dogs and cats and have always genuinely loved animals. I’m an active person who enjoys long walks, playtime, and making sure pets feel safe and cared for while their owners are away. What sets me apart is the amount of attention and affection I naturally give animals — I’m actually a pet portrait artist because of how much I love pets and connecting with their personalities. I’m patient, attentive, and happy to adapt to each dog’s individual energy level and needs. I work part time as a pet portrait artist, which gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to include pet care throughout the weekdays. Because I create artwork from home, I’m able to provide dependable walks, check-ins, and attentive care during the day rather than only evenings or weekends. Spending time with animals is genuinely one of my favorite parts of my routine, so I enjoy making pet care a consistent and meaningful part of my week. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I do my best to keep their routine consistent so they feel comfortable, safe, and relaxed while you’re away. I make sure pets receive plenty of attention, exercise, playtime, fresh water, meals, and affection based on their individual needs and energy level. I’m respectful of both your home and your pet’s routine, and I pay close attention to behavior, comfort, and any special instructions you provide. I also enjoy sending updates and photos so you can feel confident your pet is happy and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Michelle L.
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Michelle L.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

Michelle was amazing! She was super attentive and clearly cared so much about my pets. She kept me updated and sent the cutest pictures, which made me feel really comfortable while I was away. I could tell my babies were well taken care of and happy. I would definitely hire her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter :)

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Selena S.
Sitter Profile Image: Maureen F.
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Maureen F.
$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
104 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
La Mesa, CA, 91942

Maureen is amazing, so communicative, and she really cares about your pets! She’s so nice and friendly- all the animals love her! Highly recommend, will definitely book again!

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Jessica G.
Sitter Profile Image: Tahniiyah S.
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Tahniiyah S.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
3 years of experience
Mountain View, El Cajon, CA, 92021

Tahniiyah was very communicative and responsive to the needs of my senior cat. It was clear that she wanted to ensure I had peace of mind while I was away from home.

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Corynn F.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlyn C.
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Kaitlyn C.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
153 reviews
54 repeat clients
10 years of experience
El Cajon, CA, 92021

Kaitlyn was awesome for stepping up last minute to take care of my boy. She was very patient with him and made sure he got everything he needed while I was at work.

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Adrian M.
Sitter Profile Image: Christine T.
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Christine T.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
SANTEE, CA, 92071

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Sitter Profile Image: Judith Eunice H.
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Judith Eunice H.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Santee, CA, 92071

Judith takes such good care of my high needs elderly blind dog. I can be carefree on trips knowing my dog and cats are in good hands.

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Lizeth V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Annalisa did a great job taking care of our cat! She was very responsive and reliable. Our cat was happy! I would definitely recommend her services.

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Eve S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

McKenzie has been wonderful to work with, great communication - she was patient and sweet with my grumpy, senior cat while I was away. I loved getting the updates and pictures!

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Tamara H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Very professional and patient with our anxious and energetic dog.. She sent pictures regularly which was a plus!

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Julie V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amber took excellent care of our senior cat. Rusty needs daily injections and Amber was able to give him this medication without any stress to him. I would recommend Amber without hesitation and will rebook in future.

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June B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Tahniiyah was very communicative and responsive to the needs of my senior cat. It was clear that she wanted to ensure I had peace of mind while I was away from home.

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Corynn F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Judith takes such good care of my high needs elderly blind dog. I can be carefree on trips knowing my dog and cats are in good hands.

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Lizeth V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This was our first time using Stephen but I couldn’t have been happier. Percy did great and I appreciated all the pictures of making sure things were done. I’ll be rebooking in the future for sure.

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Alexzandria D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jane was amazing. She’s very attentive to our cats specific needs , responsive and we feel comfortable being away because she takes such great care of them.

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kyle j.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our kitties love Courtney and so do we! She has watched our cats several times. She is always kind, patient and caring. We will continue to request her in the future.

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Jenn H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace was absolutely amazing! She is so kind, warm, and easy to talk to. She was incredibly patient with my Mia, who can be a little anxious and scared around new people, but Mia really warmed up to her. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing Mia was happy, safe, and genuinely well cared for. I will definitely be booking with her again!

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Tatiyana M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kaitlyn did an excellent job pet sitting for my cat Cazzy. This is the second time I have used Kaitlyn and highly recommend her. She followed my directions and did a wonderful job checking on my cat for 2 weeks. Thank you, Kaitlyn!

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James L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lara did an excellent job taking care of my two 🐈 .She was always on time and very reliable, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. I especially appreciated the regular updates she provided after each visit—it was reassuring to know how my cats were doing and that they were in good hands. She was attentive, caring, and clearly experienced with pets. My cats were well taken care of, and I could tell they were comfortable with her. I would definitely recommend Lara to anyone looking for a trustworthy and responsible pet sitter!

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Andre S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Michelle was amazing! She was super attentive and clearly cared so much about my pets. She kept me updated and sent the cutest pictures, which made me feel really comfortable while I was away. I could tell my babies were well taken care of and happy. I would definitely hire her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter :)

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Selena S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Mackenzie was AWESOME!!! Kept me updated on everything. I was very at ease during my time away and felt like Lola was in the hands of family. Thank you so much Mackenzie for watching her and helping with everything. Will absolutely reach out again.

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Jon N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Chudan is fantastic! So attentive and kind, even with our grumpy cat! We're so grateful to have her care for Stella ❤️

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Marilyn S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great as always! We have had Megan for Percy a number of times! She is always great and he loves her!

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Alexzandria D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

She was really great, Maddie did well with Kira told her where to go and when to come home. That’s her way and Kira understood her which is funny. I will reach out again if I need her and tell other folks about her great personality and kindness to animals. Maddie thanks her and I think her.

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Charles B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ainsley provided outstanding communication and was kind and friendly with our dogs during our meet and greet. Extremely pleased with her drop in services to feed and play with our dogs. She completed all the items on the list I provided for our dog’s care and comfort.

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Johanna G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria was amazing with our cat! She was prompt and came at the same time everyday to feed and play with our girl. I got tons of videos/photos, along with very detailed notes about how she was and how the visits went. I will definitely rebook with her in the future and encourage you to reach out to her for your fur babies! Thank you so so much again for everything!

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Jaimi L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shelby and Dalton were amazing! They did an initial meet and great with our cat prior to the scheduled drop in visits. They were thorough during the visits and were very good sports when our cat was being feisty. They even brought out/in our trash bins when asked. Would definitely recommend.

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Courtney S.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Santee on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 9,162 pet sitters in Santee. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

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Pet sitters in Santee have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Santee.

Rover makes it easy to find Santee pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:

  • Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
  • Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets

There are 9,162 pet sitters in Santee on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Santee, 97% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 92% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.

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