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Sitter Profile Image: Emily M.
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Emily M.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

We had such an a great experience with Emily! She took amazing care of both our dogs and our home. From the moment she arrived, she bonded with our dogs so quickly, which gave us a lot of peace of mind. She followed their routine exactly and kept everything running smoothly while we were away. On top of that, she was incredibly clean and respectful of our space. She went above and beyond. We would absolutely book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and trustworthy sitter.

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Cristelle S.
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Mámoo T.
$93
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
11 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

I reached out to Mamoo last minute for a sudden trip out of town, and they were absolutely amazing! They dropped everything to help out on short notice and took wonderful care of my two dogs. I got regular updates and came home to happy pups and a clean house. I’m so grateful for their flexibility and attention to detail. I’d definitely book with them again in the future!

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Amy S.
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Lupita C.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
285 reviews
81 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Santa cruz, CA, 95060

Absolutely went above and beyond to make sure my pet was comfortable and had a wonderful time while I was away for the weekend. I appreciated all the photo and video updates as well.

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Sitter Profile Image: Molly H.
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Molly H.
$77
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

About: Hello! I’m Molly :) I’ve been pet sitting for a few years and have experience with all kinds of dogs from energetic pups to sweet seniors. I’m calm, consistent, and always follow care instructions closely. I send updates so you feel at ease while you’re away. I’ve also worked at the SF Zoo and volunteered at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center, so I know how to handle animals gently and respectfully. Whether your dog needs playtime, patience, or just company, I’m happy to help! Pet care fits naturally into my routine! Since I just graduated college, I have a flexible schedule, I have plenty of time to do drop-ins, pet care, pet sitting, walk, and overnight stays. I enjoy making time to care for other people's pets! I will follow a list if one is provided and I'll always make sure to stick closely to the pets' routine to help them feel safe and comfortable. In a client'a home, I'm respectful of the space and always clean up after myself and the pet. I make sure doors and gates are secure, check water and food bowls regulary, and give pets the attention they need. If I ever notice something out of the ordinary, I'll reach out right away. My priority is making sure both pets and their owners feel safe and respected at all times.

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Itzel P.
$59
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Capitola, CA, 95010

Itzel is great. She was on time and communicated well. Farley took to her immediately and was excited to see her the next day. I will definitely be booking her again!

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Samantha V.
Sitter Profile Image: Celeste C.
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Celeste C.
$126
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
20 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Celeste is amazing and extremely communicative! I recommend her endlessly for watching your animals, she gave me such a peace of mind while I was out if town(:

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Jess P.
Sitter Profile Image: AnnMarie C.
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AnnMarie C.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Soquel, CA, 95073

We are so happy to find AnnMarie! Yes, we will be calling her again. Ann Marie is perfect for our 90# lab as she is kind, attentive, fun & loving. We knew we left our dog in responsible hands and that she would take really good care of him! They had a great time together and she did not mind that our dog loves to cuddle. She sent us photos and kept our boy happy & busy. We were very fortunate to find her! Thank you so much AnnMarie!

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Jo S.
Sitter Profile Image: Tiffani E.
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Tiffani E.
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
27 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Tiffani was amazing with my senior chihuahua, Max! He needs several medications and is a sassy old man and she did such a good job with him while I was away for the holidays. I will definitely be rebooking with Tiffani!

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Ashley F.
Sitter Profile Image: Grace Coleman H.
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Grace Coleman H.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Grace was amazing. She came to meet me and Priya before my vacation, coordinated with another friend to be there when Priya was getting dropped off, was super responsive, and sent a ton of pictures. I'm confident Priya has a great time while I was out of town!!

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Alexander P.
Sitter Profile Image: Lillian E.
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Lillian E.
$139
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Aptos, CA, 95003

Lillian took care of our three pups in our home for a week and she was truly wonderful! She was so sweet with our three dogs and they clearly loved her. She sent daily update texts with pictures and she kept the gardens watered and the house was neat as a pin when we got home. We were able to really relax and enjoy our vacation knowing she was taking such good care of them. If you’re looking for a reliable, mature, responsible, kind person to housesit and take care of your pets, you couldn’t find anyone better than Lillian!

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Vikki M.
Sitter Profile Image: Rachel C.
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Rachel C.
$105
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Rachel has such a calming energy which was perfect for our pups who get a little anxious while we are away. Was great to have piece of mind knowing she was there while I was away for the full day. Appreciated the updates and picts as well. Thank you!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer T.
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Jennifer T.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Jennifer is so awesome, considerate and caring. I was a bit nervous using this service, but once I met Jennifer, I immediately liked her and felt more at ease. She took great care of our pup and our home. Highly recommend!

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Leah W.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra S.
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Alexandra S.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Alexandra was a huge help with a last minute booking. She took great care of our dog, and I know he had a blast. She provided tons of activity and kept us informed the whole time. Can’t wait to book again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Carolina M.
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Carolina M.
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
7 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Carolina was reliable and easy to communicate with when needed. She took great care of our fur-baby and we will be happy to hire her again.

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Sharon M.
Sitter Profile Image: Dylan G.
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Dylan G.
$100
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
180 reviews
46 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Capitola, CA, 95010

Dylan did an amazing job. He was very communicative while we were on vacation. He sent of pictures of the pets and checked in often. We felt like the pets were in good hands while we were away. We highly recommend him!

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Crystal D.
Sitter Profile Image: Anna O.
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Anna O.
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Anna is great! She watched my minipoodle while Inwas at work. She was reliable and easygoing. My dog felt automatically comfortable with her. I will be booking her again!

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Samantha V.
Sitter Profile Image: Nora S.
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Nora S.
$167
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Soquel, CA, 95073

Nora is your dog's best friend! She is awesome. Sent lots of photos and even left me a beautiful painting. I give her my highest recommendation.

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Linda P.
Sitter Profile Image: Sandra L.
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Sandra L.
$133
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
15 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Took great care of our pup and had good communication and was professional. Will book again !

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Caroline B.
Sitter Profile Image: Jonathan S.
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Jonathan S.
$174
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Capitola, CA, 95010

Jonathan was awesome! He took great care of our dogs while we had a fun weekend in Tahoe. He took incredible pictures and updated us frequently. The dogs were instantly comfortable with him and snuggled right in. They went for plenty of walks and the dogs were happy and tired when we returned home. Jonathan was really great about asking questions and following special instructions for our dog Otis, as he is recovering from TPLO surgery. The house was also quite clean and orderly upon our return. I will definitely be asking Jonathan to come hang out with our dogs again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabella F.
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Isabella F.
$77
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Santa Cruz, CA, 94605

Isabella was so great with Alfie! She communicated well, kept me updated with photos, and most importantly Alfie loves her. He’s recently rescued and has some quirks and she kept me updated on his progress and any issues he had. She stayed with him at my apartment for about a week and when I came back the apartment was cleaner than I left it. I cannot recommend her highly enough!

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Christine S.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Soquel is $75

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5.0 out of 5 stars

We’ve used Mashawna for several pet sitting engagements. She is fabulous. Great communication, our dogs love her, and house is always left in great condition. We highly recommend her.

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Tim F.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Itzel was amazing with our dog Fig, from the start of the booking she was very responsive and provided us with pictures and updates throughout the stay. We were a little nervous because this was our first overnight booking with our pup, but she made us comfortable and feel at ease especially with the long list of instructions we’ve left. We would definitely book her again!

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Nancy D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily was absolutely incredible with our dog! She was very sweet and accommodating, and put in the extra effort to make our dog feel comfortable. We had so much peace of mind while away knowing Bunny was in good hands!

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Andrew Z.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great sitter. Place was super clean and organized - better than how left it actually! Same was a happy boy!

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Rich K.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

As first-time Rover users on Georgia’s very first road trip, we were incredibly nervous about leaving her, but Lily completely blew us away. From the moment we met her, we could just feel that she is someone you can truly trust. Lily knew exactly how to get Georgia to warm up to her, and they quickly became the absolute best of friends. On top of that, she was incredibly flexible with her time—when our schedule changed and we needed her to stay later than originally planned, she stepped up without hesitation. If you are looking for a reliable, loving, and trustworthy nanny for your fur baby, book Lily immediately. We cannot recommend her enough!

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Mayra A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Chelsea and Jonathan were great last time they cared for our dog, so we were so excited they were available. They are conscientious, clearly love dogs, and took such amazing care of our dog. All the photos that were shared showed him happy, relaxed, and doted upon! We are so grateful.

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Teresa G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Yuliya was great! She took great care of our cat and home. She also sent lots of photos and had excellent communication throughout the process. I would definitely have her back! Thank you so much Yuliya!

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Jeanene B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jennie was outstanding! Great communication before, during, and after the sit. I came home to a spotless house and happy cats. I'd love to have Jennie sit again.

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Amy B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Summer watched our two pugs with very different needs for a week. Summer was very communicative throughout, letting us know how everyone was. We received a lot of pictures showing everyone was being walked and loved while we were gone. Summer was very in tune to their health, checking in on our older ones cough She also left the house well taken care of. It was wonderful to be on vacation and knowing my furbabies were being well taken care of and I would not hesitate to have her sit again.

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Rory H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Marley was fantastic! She was on time, communicated well throughout the stay, and sent lots of pictures, which I really appreciated. The house was exactly as we left it — you wouldn’t even know she had been there. Most importantly, Zack seemed happy, relaxed, and completely unstressed when we got home. Overall, I’m so happy we found Marley and will absolutely use her again in the future. I would happily recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter.

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Mona M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Celeste was a great house and dogsitter. She is a tremendous communicator. She was so conscientious and made sure that our dog's routine was kept and that more important that he was given lots of love and attention. She left the house in great condition. We would definitely use her again!

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Teresa G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Gabriele was fantastic. She obviously loves animals and was wonderful with my Ozzie. I also want to comment on the way she left my home- I could hardly lay she’d been there-and, she left me flowers! I highly recommend her and will happily book her again

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Carol H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ann Marie did a great job with our two dogs. She kept us updated how they were doing and with pictures. Dogs were very happy.

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William H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jonathan did great with Goose. He had stellar communication and is a really trustworthy sitter. I don’t feel comfortable with a lot of people watching my dog but I will absolutely be calling Jonathan again.

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Courtney C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kat was very friendly and professional, and most importantly our dog loves her. She spoiled him and took him on his favorite walk (he is strong and a pain to walk but she knew how to handle him and was not intimidated by it at all). she sent us pictures and I felt totally at ease while we were away knowing she was taking care of Rocco. I came home to a clean house and a very content dog so we will definitely use her again!

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Courtney G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Another great trip with Keith watching our dogs. Everything went very well and as smooth as possible.

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James H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Christopher really helped us out by offering an affordable rate and doing a stellar job, taking care of our beloved Wheaten Terrier, Graham. Christopher is very knowledgeable about dogs, highly attuned to their ways, responsive to their humans and exceptionally considerate of both the animal and human experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Christopher to anyone looking for a truly reliable and comforting presence in their home, caring for their pets. He was a real find.

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Alix M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Viviana took wonderful care of Kelp and our home while we were gone for the holidays. She sent just the right amount of updates to keep me informed. I can tell Kelp was very well loved!

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Victoria C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Took great care of our two cats, one of whom is older and needs medication. Would definitely rebook, thanks again!

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Lacey C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly is great! She watched my mini poodle on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. My dog automatically felt comfortable with her. Kelly was on time and flexible with my schedule. I will be booking her again in the future.

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Samantha V.
House Sitting
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The average cost for House Sitting in Soquel on Rover is $61.05 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 3,052 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Soquel. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Soquel walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Soquel maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Soquel choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Soquel. On Rover:

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 98% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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