Doggy Day Care in Canterbury
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“Basil had a great time with Heather and her family. We got updates throughout the day and she came home happy and tuckered out. Looking forward to sending her back again!”
“This was the first time I used a dog sitting app, and the experience that my pup and I had was excellent! Kimberlie was very attentive to my dog's needs and even sent me pictures throughout the day. I have every intention of rebooking with Kimberlie again and highly recommend her and this service to anyone looking to place their pet in a safe and loving environment. Thank you, Kimberlie!”
“Kim came to pick Numbers up from my wedding and helped her stay still in photos. I was thrilled to send the dog with her because I knew she would be safe and well cared for. When we came to pick her up the next morning was happy and even a little tired from playing.”
“Julie-Ann was amazing with Giddy! We did a little meet up before his first day of doggy daycare and it was great. Giddy also enjoyed spending time with her dog and kids. He practically ran out of my car and into her home every morning! Great communication and lots of photo updates every day. Highly recommend! 😊”
“Grace was wonderful with our two girls! She is very dog savvy and understands that some pups need space and time when getting to know a new person. She was warm and gracious and made me feel very comfortable leaving the girls for the day. When we went to pick them up, they were happy to see us but, they went and got toys from Grace's dog toy box and jumped on the couch with them! They weren't quite ready to leave. We'll definitely have them stay with Grace again!”
“Amanda was wonderful accepted to watch our little Tony last minute. She was responsive and kind and even let us come for a quick meet and greet the day before, just 15 minutes after we started chatting on the app. I would highly recommend her!”
“Sandra spent time before our first visit getting to know my beagle, Millie, who has separation anxiety. She was willing to make accommodations so that Millie would be comfortable and so would I! Millie's first visit was very positive. We hope to work up to longer stays and really appreciate Sandra's willingness to work with us.”
“Heather is amazing! Thank you so much for looking after my baby. It was evident that she had a great time with you because she was pooped and slept all the way home. You even managed to get some pictures of her too (which isn’t easy). We would definitely recommend Heather!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs for over 12 years, I grew up with a cockapoo and now I have 2 dogs of my own, I’ve always taken care of a lot of my friends and family’s pets when they were away, walking, feeding, giving medicine, and keeping them company, I also work in healthcare so I have a special love for caring for others! I work Monday through Friday until about2 to 3 pm I am completely available on the weekends and available the hours after work during the week I have a big back yard for the dogs to run and play I live in a quiet neighborhood away from any highway, I live on a cul de sac which I take my dogs for a walk on everyday and lots of trails to take them on near by. They are allowed on the couch and anywhere in our home
About: I’ve had cats and dogs in my household my entire life, as well as amongst my friends and family. My dog has seen her fair share of medicines (including injections) that I am very comfortable giving. My dog is a total pack dog but I’m not looking to get another dog at this point so I thought this would be a good way to make her some friends :) I work from home so animals would never be left alone for more than an hour or two if I had to run out. Animals have free run of my house and I do have plenty of space for a crate if needed. I have a fenced in backyard. We take daily walks around the lake. I can section off rooms if needed, it’s fairly open concept though.
“Darrion was a great pet sitter for our dog, Baxter! She was easy to communicate with and very friendly & easy going. We appreciated the tour of her house & yard as well as a meet & greet with her dogs and cat upon arrival, as it made us feel at ease about leaving Baxter with her. The text and photo updates throughout the day were reassuring as well. Baxter enjoyed playing with her dogs and cat. He was tired but happy when we picked him up, so we were happy as well!”
About: I’m a musician who likes to earn some extra cash during the day by teaching and taking care of people’s pets! I travel a lot and walk dogs in whatever city I find myself in. My goal is to make both the dog and the owner happy, and I’m not afraid to go the extra mile to make that happen! My schedule changes every week. Please send me a message to confirm availability. In general I am free during the day, morning and afternoon times. I try to make sure pets have a chance to exercise and do their business. I check for food and water on each visit, and make sure the door is locked.
“Dianne did an exceptional job taking care of Pumpkin. She was very attentive to every detail of Pumpkin's routine. Pumpkin liked Dianne right from the start and was very happy and comfortable with her. We would definitely recommend Dianne and plan to book with her again.”
About: Hi there! My name's Will and I love to play soccer, read, write, game, and a plethora of other things in my free time. I enjoy working out, like to stay busy/active, and I work from home, so this gig is perfect. I have a lil kit kat named Tambo, and he's adorable, but also have loads of experience with dogs too! I had multiple growing up, and my best friend had 5, which I took care of on multiple occasions :) I work from home full-time, and have a relatively flexible schedule, so able to take some time during the day for walks and visits! Looking forward to helping you out! I have a cat in my household, he’s super friendly, and loves to be social, but I certainly have space to put him away if you’d prefer. I’d say I’m pretty experienced taking care of dogs (growing up, and caring for my friends and family’s pets).
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Heather C.
Star Sitter
“Basil had a great time with Heather and her family. We got updates throughout the day and she came home happy and tuckered out. Looking forward to sending her back again!”
Susan M.
“Susan is so warm and welcoming, and our sweet Murph felt relaxed right away! He enjoyed naps and long walks and had a great time during his day with her. Very much appreciated!!”
Kimberlie C.Star Sitter
“This was the first time I used a dog sitting app, and the experience that my pup and I had was excellent! Kimberlie was very attentive to my dog's needs and even sent me pictures throughout the day. I have every intention of rebooking with Kimberlie again and highly recommend her and this service to anyone looking to place their pet in a safe and loving environment. Thank you, Kimberlie!”
Kim D.Star Sitter
“Kim came to pick Numbers up from my wedding and helped her stay still in photos. I was thrilled to send the dog with her because I knew she would be safe and well cared for. When we came to pick her up the next morning was happy and even a little tired from playing.”
Julie-Ann L.Star Sitter
“Julie-Ann was amazing with Giddy! We did a little meet up before his first day of doggy daycare and it was great. Giddy also enjoyed spending time with her dog and kids. He practically ran out of my car and into her home every morning! Great communication and lots of photo updates every day. Highly recommend! 😊”
Grace P.Star Sitter
“Grace was wonderful with our two girls! She is very dog savvy and understands that some pups need space and time when getting to know a new person. She was warm and gracious and made me feel very comfortable leaving the girls for the day. When we went to pick them up, they were happy to see us but, they went and got toys from Grace's dog toy box and jumped on the couch with them! They weren't quite ready to leave. We'll definitely have them stay with Grace again!”
Kevin N.
“Kevin was kind and helpful with Max. Max came home exhausted on a rainy day, so Kevin must have kept him busy! There were other dogs to play with which Max enjoys.”
Amanda S.
“Amanda was wonderful accepted to watch our little Tony last minute. She was responsive and kind and even let us come for a quick meet and greet the day before, just 15 minutes after we started chatting on the app. I would highly recommend her!”
Michelle & Ken G.Star Sitter
“Took great care of my dogs would use anytime”
Sandra O.
“Sandra spent time before our first visit getting to know my beagle, Millie, who has separation anxiety. She was willing to make accommodations so that Millie would be comfortable and so would I! Millie's first visit was very positive. We hope to work up to longer stays and really appreciate Sandra's willingness to work with us.”
Heather G.
“Heather is amazing! Thank you so much for looking after my baby. It was evident that she had a great time with you because she was pooped and slept all the way home. You even managed to get some pictures of her too (which isn’t easy). We would definitely recommend Heather!”
Cassie S.
“Cassie did a good job taking care of our two dogs. We definitely use her services again! Thanks Cassie”
Megan F.
“Megan was so great with Franklin! He was sad to leave because he had so much fun with her and her two dogs. She is very responsible and caring, I can’t recommend her enough!”
Aimee B.
“Would definitely recommend Aimee. Phineas had an absolutely wonderful time.”
Allison W.
About: I’ve had cats and dogs in my household my entire life, as well as amongst my friends and family. My dog has seen her fair share of medicines (including injections) that I am very comfortable giving. My dog is a total pack dog but I’m not looking to get another dog at this point so I thought this would be a good way to make her some friends :) I work from home so animals would never be left alone for more than an hour or two if I had to run out. Animals have free run of my house and I do have plenty of space for a crate if needed. I have a fenced in backyard. We take daily walks around the lake. I can section off rooms if needed, it’s fairly open concept though.
Michael C.
“Mike was beyond nice, polite, and kept me updated on my Gracie! His well behaved fur babies kept her entertained. I would definitely choose his services again. Thank you so much!”
Darrion T.
“Darrion was a great pet sitter for our dog, Baxter! She was easy to communicate with and very friendly & easy going. We appreciated the tour of her house & yard as well as a meet & greet with her dogs and cat upon arrival, as it made us feel at ease about leaving Baxter with her. The text and photo updates throughout the day were reassuring as well. Baxter enjoyed playing with her dogs and cat. He was tired but happy when we picked him up, so we were happy as well!”
Zachary K.
“Zachary is an amazing dog walker! He has taken my older dog for many walks and sittings and is always very pleasant and attentive to the dog and my wishes. My dog needs a little extra love and care from his old age and Zachary is very gentle and loving. Highly recommend!”
Dianne A.
“Dianne did an exceptional job taking care of Pumpkin. She was very attentive to every detail of Pumpkin's routine. Pumpkin liked Dianne right from the start and was very happy and comfortable with her. We would definitely recommend Dianne and plan to book with her again.”
Will M.
“Will is a caring and patient pet dad of a cat, this extends to all pets I have seen him care for. He is loving, kind, and intentional about ensuring comfort of the pet in their new environment. Will has also sat my dog on multiple occasions and every time the little guy comes back happy as a clam and barely wants to leave! I would definitely recommend him as a dog sitter.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Canterbury on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 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 Aug 2025, 145 sitters provided doggy day care in Canterbury. 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, 90% of Canterbury sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Canterbury 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 Canterbury.
Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 145 sitters offering doggy day care in Canterbury on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Canterbury, 88% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
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