Pet Sitters in Santa Monica, CA

Sorcha

Sorcha and Mathew were fantastic sitters would definitely recommend them really lovely couple, they looked after my horse Donkey and cat and did a brilliant job on our return the animals were very happy and Sorcha cooked us a lovely meal when we returned home. Thank you Sorcha ! Hope we will meet again.

Jeremy & Francesca

Jeremy and Francesca were great petsitters and house guests. From our initial conversation, I knew I would feel safe leaving my dog with them. They asked great questions and were very communicative. Throughout the stay, they constantly sent pictures and updates. My place was sparkling clean and my dog was as happy as can be upon arriving home.

Sachiko & Toru

This is the second time Sachiko and Toru have stayed with Otis. I truly cannot express how awesome they are! They take Otis on epic hikes, teach him new tricks, they really just treat him like he's their own and I love that so much. They are also great communicators, very reliable, and once again left the house in perfect condition. Sachiko even left behind some of her homemade sourdough bread that was delicious! I highly recommend them.

Florencia

Kong and Malie and the fish were well cared for by Flor and Manu. I really appreciated it when I received photos/video updates. I am also thankful they took the pups to the beach. I know they loved it. We have a foster dog and she is afraid of everything and everyone. Despite those changes, they made sure that she was well cared for. Thank you very much 😊

Michelle

Michelle took amazing care of our dog while we were away for a month. She took him on lots of great walks and adventures around town, and sent us photo and video updates. Michelle was very kind and easy going, and our dog got lots of cuddles and seemed happy and relaxed. She was very self-sufficient and left the house clean, plants watered, etc. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a great dog buddy.

Tess

Another wonderful sit with Tess and Tea! super reliable, responsible and I know they really care about our dogs and home. The dogs love them as well. Super easy to communicate and always leave the house clean and ready for our return! looking forward to having them back again!

Caroline

Caroline did a great job with Mooney and Lorelei. She communicated well and sent me photos of the pets. The house was very clean when I got home. I can recommend her completely.

Sarah & William

Sarah and William were awesome! They came and took care of Nellie and our home last minute and were very flexible with some timing changes and very communicative. Their dog Sage got along really well with Nellie, and they sent lots of pictures. Left the house cleaner than when they arrived. Highly recommend these sitters!

Tyler

Bean seemed to be quite happy and well cared for when I got home. I didn’t get as many updates as I had hoped for.

Holly

Holly stayed with our fur babies for a week. She respected our home, was an excellent communicator, and provided wonderful care including giving medication to our special needs dog. We came home to very happy pets! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter!!

Lena & Lily

Thanks for everything! Hope you have a fab time on your travels

Angel

We were nervous about using the service for the first time, and Angel walked us through everything to expect during our initial interview and that was what ultimately made us choose him to watch our birds. It was the BEST decision! He was amazing! He stopped by a few days before our trip and met our birds and got a little rundown of our place, and from then on he was completely independent. He checked in with us everyday with pictures of our birds, and we can tell they all got along so well! Which was such a comfort. If it was just that, we would have been happy, but he went above and beyond. We returned to a SPOTLESS house, and all the plants were thriving (impressive since we returned into a heat wave). Amazing, after a long trip. And we had some issues with a package, and he kept checking for us till it was safely delivered. Overall, you will not regret choosing Angel. He is great with your babies, great either way your plants, and probably cleaner than you in your house. 10/10

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Angela

What a fantastic 10 days we had looking after Lenny, Hugo and Coco. The dogs are so adorable and we already miss them and are looking around for them after returning home!  Angela and Donald made us feel very welcome in their beautiful home and gave us very clear instructions. We were kept busy making drinks for the workers on site but the house is in such beautiful surroundings and acres of it so we could easily escape and find peace and quiet. The neighbours dogs popped into the grounds a few times to visit us but they too were lovely dogs. We would certainly love to house sit again for Angela and are very happy to give 5 thumbs plus for this sit.

Janet

Janet and Dale were wonderful hosts, and provided great company and a delicious meal the evening before their trip (as well as some sourdough and other home-made goodies for me to enjoy while they were gone!). MJ and Mochi are great dogs and easy to care for, and both of them LOVE playing fetch in the backyard, or just playing together inside. The trail behind the neighborhood was a beautiful and scenic trail for our daily walks, and that became one of my favorite routines during my stay. Would highly recommend, and would stay again.

Eli

Nuku is a lovely little dog. She's a good walker and enjoys lots of time with you snuggled up on your lap.

Darryl

We had a wonderful time with Riley and enjoyed this petsit tremendously. Riley is a playful and enthusiastic Golden Retriever who is eager for any adventure, yet very well behaved and friendly to everyone.  Riley is very smart, knows commands, loves to talk to you, and is great off leash in the park. We walked an average of 2 hours, 8-10k at Mt Douglas that has many trails, and we loved it as much as Riley did!! The family home is outstanding, and very comfortable and conveniently located.  Darryl and Arla had a delicious dinner on our arrival.  Communication with Darryl and Arla was prompt. We would be very happy to return anytime.  Thanks for having us!

Lev

Everything about this house/pet sit was great! Lev is kind, accommodating, and very communicative. Latke is honestly one of the most adorable and loving dogs ever. She is so chill and loved to give lots of kisses.  The home and location are perfect. Cozy, and comfortable, you’ll have everything you need. Very grateful for this stay!

Heidi

This was an easy sit in a great area! We had Daisy part time and she is such a sweetheart who loves her belly rubs. Coconut is a cutie and loves to show you her neighborhood on walks and play with her toys. We really enjoyed them both! Heidi's communication was great and she's easy to get in touch with. Would recommend! Thanks again!

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Santa Monica, California?

From $60/week to $250/week for the cat sitting and from 29.9950 to 29.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 29.9940 for the cat sitting and 29.99 for the dog sitting. On Sittsy you can find a pet sitter who will not charge you anything for keeping your pets at home.

Do pet sitters come to your house?

Yes, you can find a home pet sitter to stay in your house with your pet overnight and provide 24/7 care for your pets. You can include in your listing time the advisable timeframe that the pet sitter should adhere to and not leave your pet alone in the house. Usually, it's not to leave the pet alone for more than 4 hours.

How often should a pet sitter visit?

The pet sitter for the cat should visit at least once a day. For the dogs, the pet sitter should visit at least three times per day, the best solution is if the sitter stays overnight and watches your pets all the time.

How to find a trustworthy pet sitter in Santa Monica, California ?

Look at the pet sitter with a high rating, and many previous bookings with good reviews, ask the sitter to make a meet and meet before confirming the booking online or in-person, and reach out to the pet owners where the sitter stayed before asking about reference.

What are the red flags in a pet sitter?

Common red flags in pet sitters are bad reviews from previous pet owners, a high cancellation rate after approval, a sitter who doesn't have a background check, a sitter who refuses to meet and greet in person or online, and a sitter who wants to make bookings outside of the platform.

Is it safe to hire a pet sitter?

Yes, it is safe to hire a pet sitter it's still advisable to see if the sitter has a background check, good reviews, and past bookings and make a meet and greet before confirmation in this way you can reduce risk to the minimum.

Do pet sitters stay all day?

Yes, pet sitters stay all day in your house and also they stay overnight, the sitter can leave your home for up to 4 hours or for a different time that you can discuss during the meet and greet.