Doggy Day Care in Waterfront, Santa Barbara
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1. Joseph L.

“Amazing experience for Joseph caring for my dogs. He gave exceptional attention to both dogs, keeping my active dog engaged all day. Parking is tight. Recommend texting him 15 minutes before arrival to ensure smooth entry. I’ll definitely use his services again when in the area. Highly recommend.”


2. Alexandra D.

“Alex was very accommodating with drop off and pick up times. Our dog came home exhausted as they went on multiple excursions with Alex. We feel our dog was well cared for during her stays with Alex. Thank you Alex!”


3. Gabriella H.
About: I have over 15 years of experience taking care of our furry little friends ranging from fresh out the womb puppies to senior dogs needing insulin shots. I’ve done it all and I’ve seen it all. However, I go at the pace of your requests. Putting you and your best friend first. my weekly schedule consists of work Monday and Tuesday from 8-1 PM. The other days I’m very flexible. Please note if you book with me on Mon/Tues I am only available outside of 8-1 PM for drop off requests. I abide by all the rules given by the client pertaining to their home. I am respectful, clean, and organized. I take great pride in my services and will make sure I meet the client and the pup’s needs! There are no dogs in my home. I live in a two floor townhome with one other person.


4. Ryan K.

“Ryan was able to take a last minute request to watch our three dogs while we went to Lotusland. He was very attentive and sent us plenty of photos. One of our dogs is a recent rescue from Gaza, and is a wonderful boy, but he does like to jump over walls and fences, and when Ryan noticed him, perhaps preparing to do that, he decided to put him in a harness, and keep him on a leash for the whole three hours, so that was really a wonderful blessing. He is clearly a huge animal lover.”


5. Brittany & Christian H.

“Brittany communicated clearly and in a timely manner. She also shared pictures of Ollie. I felt confident about my pup's stay with Brittany! 😃👍🏼”


6. Andrea R.

“Andrea was a good communicator, attentive sitter, and bonded well with our pup. We would not hesitate to book her again.”


7. Jacob E.
“Jacob was attentive and stayed in good contact with us while keeping an eye on our dog, Nala. My wife and I will def be booking again!”


8. Naoko G.

“I recently booked sitting services for my dog to Naoko, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the entire experience! From the moment we arrived, I was impressed by the warm and inviting atmosphere. Naoko is incredibly kind and attentive with my dog, and it was clear that he felt at ease and genuinely enjoyed his time with her and her family. I felt completely reassured knowing he was in such a nurturing environment. I’m really grateful for the care she provided and will absolutely be reaching out to her again in the future. If you're looking for a loving pet sitter, I highly recommend Naoko!”


9. Julie S.

“Julie is great! She is super responsive, easy to work with, and took great care of our Bella. We felt completely at ease knowing Bella was in such good hands. Highly recommend!”


10. Haven P.

“Haven was great with our puppy. He was very comfortable with her and we felt like he was well taken care of during his day with her! She updated us with photos throughout the day. Will use again!”


11. Madi B.

“Watched my new rescue for a few hours! Appreciate her handling some nervousness from my pup that we are working thru! I'm sure Bailey enjoyed her time and would love to go back! :)”


12. Grace & Anthony C.

“Ripley's first stay with Grace was today and I could tell she had a great time & was well taken care of!:) thanks again Grace!”


13. James T.


“Highly recommend James! We are visiting Santa Barbara for the month and were in need of doggy daycare for our bluetick coonhound on occasion. James was very welcoming to Buddy and provided excellent care for him while we dined at a restaurant that doesn't allow dogs. We also booked James for an upcoming event so we can attend a concert and James was very accommodating with the schedule. We also appreciated his very reasonable price structure. We wish he lived in Arizona so we could have him be our go-to care provider for Buddy!”


14. Nicole & Ethan G.

“Nicole and Ethan were great communicators throughout our stay and so very caring! Our pup had a great time with them and their dog, and we enjoyed our vacation knowing she was in good hands.”


15. Tory A.

“Tory has great energy and is an excellent communicator. Most importantly our dog loved her . We will for sure be booking with her again soon.”


16. Alana C.

“It was so amazing to have Alana watch my dog! She is so sweet and really kept me in the loop throughout the day. I would definitely have her watch B again!”


17. Hilary R.

“I used to take my dogs to an awesome doggy daycare. As they got older, it was getting too tiring for them to be surrounded by so many dogs and it would take them couple of days to regain energy after one day of daycare. So I was looking for someone who could give them a quiet homely and safe environment, and specifically someone who accepted only a few dogs at once. Hillary fit the bill perfectly. Her two lovely pups are close in age with mine, and she rarely takes on any other dog beyond my two pups on the same day (unless another pup is staying overnight for boarding). Hillary and her family are very welcoming. She kindly accepted to do a meet & greet before i booked my first day of daycare. My dogs have been going two days a week for a few weeks now. They wag their tails on the way in and on the way out. They seem really happy which makes me happy. I’m very grateful for Hillary and the great care she gives to my two dogs.”


18. Courtney M.

“Courtney took great care of my two anxious little rescue pups! I could tell they had a relaxing time staying with her, which is no small thing, since they tend to get very nervous with a new sitter. I would definitely use Courtney’s services again.”


19. Riley B.
About: I have been taking care of my childhood dog since I was old enough to walk alone outside. She knew nothing and now she is well behaved, off leash, potty trained, and knows tricks. I love all animals and grew up with all different types of pets growing up. I have a passion for caretaking and want to be able to help with animals needs for their owners. Pet care fits into my schedule with only having school on Wednesdays from 11-1pm. And the rest of the days of the week I am available any time. I care for pets in my own home by introducing them to my housemates and seeing if they are comfortable first in my home. Then I will take them to the beach and parks that are right next to my house. In the owners home I will be respectful of their belongings and not touch anything I shouldn’t. I will feed pets if needed on schedule, give them attention, walks, and doing anything else asked if needed.


20. Miguel M.

“Tucker came home happy, healthy, and well loved. Something every pawrent needs to see to know their baby is in good hands. Miguel is a true pet professional and an asset to the community.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Waterfront on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $55 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 Jul 2024, 206 sitters provided doggy day care in Waterfront. 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, 88% of Waterfront sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Waterfront have an average of 19 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Waterfront.
Waterfront 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 Waterfront 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 206 sitters offering doggy day care in Waterfront on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Waterfront, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 97% 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.
