Doggy day care near you

Doggy day care near you

Give your dog a day of in-home play and socialization right in your neighborhood

What does doggy day care include?

A typical day care day includes supervision, companionship, and same day pick up and drop off, while some also offer structured routines throughout the day. A structured routine might include scheduled play, rest periods, and feeding times. Ask the sitter for routine and activity specifics. You can customize the style of doggy day care you want when choosing day care in a sitter's home. When you search for day care sitters, you can also choose the option to filter for single-dog daycare, where your dog is the only pet present.

Tip: If your dog prefers human-only companionship, check "Doesn't own a dog" and "Only accepts one client at a time" to find the matching sitters.

Where can I find a doggy day care near me?

Finding a local doggy day care is simple! Enter your zipcode into the address box and sitters who match your settings will appear on the map and in the list view. You can also zoom in or out on the map and refresh your search to see updated day care profiles. For more details, visit our Help Center.

Tip: Need day care close to work? Search for doggy day cares near your office for convenient drop-off and pick-up.

What is the best doggy day care for small breeds?

The best doggy day care for small breeds provide a safe, comfortable environment for small dogs. Look for sitters who offer separate play areas by dog size and energy level, or in-home day care with small dogs only. When vetting a doggy day care, ask the sitter about the number of dogs, their experience with different dog behaviors, and their approach to small dog care. For some small dogs, in-home day care is the perfect fit. Look find sitters whose "can host" section only lists dogs 0-15 pounds and/or 16-40 pounds. Some sitters may also list the size and type of dogs they watch in their profiles.

What is the best doggy day care for high-energy breeds?

For dogs with lots of energy, the best doggy day cares will offer a balance of structured play time and rest periods. Scheduled breaks are especially important for high energy dogs, helping them learn how to relax and preventing overstimulation. Depending on your dog's specific needs, you may also want to focus on a specific day care environment. Some dogs thrive in larger spaces or backyards, while others do best with a sitter who can provide enrichment activities or one-on-one attention.

What is the best doggy day care for social dogs?

Doggy day care can be a great place for social dogs to play, interact, and build confidence around other dogs and people. When choosing a day care, ask the sitter about how they support positive socialization, such as supervised group play, rotating playgroups, and scheduled rest periods between activities.

Tip: If your dog enjoys playing with other dogs, book doggy day care with a sitter who hosts multiple dogs on the same days you need care.

Is it good for my dog to go to doggy day care?

Doggy day care can be a great option for dogs who need companionship, mental stimulation, and safe supervision while you're away. Rover is unique in offering different types of day care to fit dogs of all personalities and needs.

Traditional facility-based doggy day care provides these benefits in a structured, supervised environment. However, some dogs may find busy facilities overstimulating. For those pups, in-home day care with a sitter can be a better fit—offering personalized attention, tailored activities, smaller play groups, and a quieter home setting.

Tip: If your dog experiences separation anxiety, look for sitters who list "Sitter is home full-time" on their profiles.

Do doggy day cares on Rover have verified reviews?

Yes, reviews from pet parents who booked doggy day care on Rover are verified. A verified review on Rover will list the service the pet parent booked under their name and above the review.

How do I book doggy day care?

Once you've found a sitter whose experience and reviews match your dog's needs, click "Contact" to set up a Meet & Greet or trial day. After your Meet & Greet, you or your sitter can confirm the booking directly through Rover. If you're deciding who to book day care with, look for markers of trust—such as background checks, repeat clients, high ratings, or Star Sitter status.