Discover house sitting in Santa Barbara

Stay in wonderful places by house sitting and caring for cute pets.

Discover house sitting in Santa Barbara

Stay in wonderful places by house sitting and caring for cute pets.

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Why you'll love pet and house sitting in Santa Barbara, CA

An illustration of a cat laying on his pet bedForget hotel rooms

From home comforts to the calming company of pets, house sitting offers so much more.

An illustration of a glowing green heartIt feels good to give

Explore new places while making a difference to the lives of pets and people along the way.

An illustration of a house with a tree in the foregroundA new perspective

You don’t have to travel far. With pet and house sitting, you can find a world of adventures just around the corner.

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A win-win without money

When you’re house and pet sitting, you provide free house and pet care. And pet parents offer you free accommodation in return for looking after their home and furry friends. The only cost is your annual membership, making it an affordable and fulfilling way to travel.

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I am so blessed to have this experience and to be able to have a companion by my side the entire time. I’m forever grateful for the opportunity TrustedHousesitters provides! This is truly life changing.

Adelia, sitter member from Bath, UK

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Want to know if a house sit is right for you? Look for feedback previous sitters have left on the pet parent's listing.

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House sit in homes with peace of mind they’re covered at no extra cost to you or the pet parent.

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With a free direct line to a dedicated team of veterinary nurses, you can quickly clear up any pet queries.

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Santa Barbara house sitting FAQs

With an annual sitter membership, animal lovers like you can enjoy free accommodation all over the world in exchange for pet care. Live like a local with a cute pet pal by your side as you provide peace of mind to pet parents who know their adorable animals are in the best of hands. Apply for as many sits as you like and get ready for meaningful connections and unforgettable adventures, all made possible by pets!

Choose your membership plan and create a profile that stands out from the pack - include clear photos, relevant experience, and references (these don’t have to be from previous house sitting jobs). Next, set up a saved search to be the first to find out when house sitting jobs in Santa Barbara become available for your chosen dates. Once you’ve found the ideal sit, write a personalized message to the pet parents explaining why you are the perfect person for the job! Find out more with 10 tips on how to become a house sitter.

Your number one priority when house sitting in Santa Barbara will be taking care of the pets. Daily walks, mealtimes, and lots of cuddles will be top of the agenda as most house sits include a pet. Aside from this, house sitters in Santa Barbara need to keep the home clean and tidy and send regular updates to the pet parents about their precious pet pals.

At TrustedHousesitters, our members are driven by a genuine love of pets, not getting paid. They exchange passionate pet care for free accommodation, gaining a wealth of experiences and memories to last a lifetime.

House sitting in Santa Barbara

Have you explored Santa Barbara yet? Perfect for walkies (as well as cuddling up at home, of course), you’ll find the beaches around Carpinteria or Los Padres National Forest, and lots more where that came from. Let’s take a look at what else might pique your interest during your trip…

Head to Arroyo Burro Beach

Looking after a bundle of energy during your stay in Santa Barbara? No worries. Take yourself and your new furry pal down to Arroyo Burro Beach, otherwise known as Hendry’s Beach, otherwise known as ‘paradise for smelling things and running about’ to your pet pal (don’t quote us on that). You’ll be thrilled to know it’s completely dog-friendly and off-leash, so let off some steam or take it easy with your new furry buddy.

Explore Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens

Looking for a spot ideal for afternoon strolls with your new furry friend? Look no further than Santa Barbara Botanic Garden (well, you could, but this place is pretty great). All of its 78 acres display 1000 different plant species! That’s a lot of sniffing for your new canine companion. One more thing - paying this spot a visit is a fab chance to support Trails ‘n’ Tails - the garden’s program that manages the upkeep of the site and helps to keep it pet-friendly.

Hike the Aliso Trailhead

If you’ve got a house sitting job in Santa Barbara with a canine buddy leading the way, Aliso Trailhead might be just what you’re looking for. Escape the hustle and bustle with your new pal and make the most of that puppy energy with the site’s trails and hills. 

Visit the Douglas Family Preserve

Douglas Family Preserve is a much-loved spot for locals and visitors alike, thanks to the 70 acres of trails and open space, perfect for dogs (and their human pals). Whether you’re exploring the miles of hiking trails or running free on the beach, this part of the world is ideal for outdoor fun while you’re house sitting in Santa Barbara.

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