Doggy Day Care in Downtown, San Francisco
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“Matthew was super friendly and welcoming to Dottie. She befriended his two friendly pups as well. Matthew was very communicative and sent lots of pictures sans videos. Much appreciated!!”
“Melissa (and Mitzi) took great care of Marley. Melissa was easy to communicate with and willing to meet up beforehand too, which I always appreciate. Thank you!”
“Adriana was a fabulous sitter for our dog Mouse. She accommodated a last min early drop off and late pickup and Mouse was very happy when we picked him up! Will def use her services again in the future”
“Auntie Anne is the best! She takes great care of my pup as if it were her own. She is very responsible, communicative, caring and I am so grateful for her care of my dog!”
“Jon and his dog Toby were great companions for my dog on his daycare visits with them. Will definitely be returning. Highly recommended!”
“Ava was a great Rover! I received updates and photos throughout the day which allowed me to handle my day out of town without worry. She was also very accommodating with time when I was running a bit late. Leo had a great play date with Luna and got plenty of exercise and attention! I will definitely be booking with Ava again.”
“Can’t say enough great things about Lois and her partner!! Not only is she super responsive and sends great updates throughout the day, but the pictures are amazing. Definitely have a few new background photos of my sweet Basil. lol Looking for peace of mind and kind people to take care of your pet - book with Lois!!”
“Gabrielle was able to take Bullet last minute. Super flexible with the drop off and pick up time. Bullet loved staying with Gabrielle and Patrick!”
“Anthony is truly an amazing dog sitter. He cares for Nia as though she was his own dog, providing her with enrichment activities and taking her on adventures. It is a relief to know she is having such a fun day while I’m at work.”
“Joy was a great sitter for Olive! Super communicative and provided consistent updates. Thanks for the peace of mind - would definitely reach out to Joy again ☺️”
About: -We have a 2 year old mini goldendoodle who loves other dogs and people! He would be happy to have a friend over to join on our daily walks. -We work from home and typically walk or go to a park for ~30 mins in the morning, 15-30 mins at lunch, and 30 mins in the early evening. And of course potty breaks and playing a bit inside. -Given we live in a neighborhood where we see other dogs, people, bicycles, etc. daily, we won’t be able to watch dogs who are reactive/bark at these ongoings. If we had a more secluded home we could but unfortunately not at the moment! -We typically go to Fort Mason, Marina Green, Lafayette Park, Alta Plaza, Presidio Tunnel tops. There are sometimes off leash dogs there so want to make sure your pup won’t be startled by that. Please share your pup’s comfort with such outings. Safety is a priority. To make sure it’s a safe and fun match for everyone we accept pups: -Under ~60 pounds (our pup is 30 pounds so around this size is ideal) -Over 2 years old -Enjoy short car rides (we sometimes drive rather than walk to the parks) -Can stay home for short periods of time without experiencing separation anxiety (~5 mins to ~2hrs) -Happy for there to be other people and dogs walking by (we pass by a good amount of people, dogs, cars, bicycles, etc. on our walks). -Housetrained (potty breaks every ~3 hours)
“Elaine was wonderful with my dog. She helped him quickly get comfortable at the start of daycare, communicated frequently with updates and pictures through the day, and made sure he had a great time.”
“Charles was great! My little old man (14.5 y/o) Shih Tzu stayed with him for the first time for doggy day care. Charles was fast at communicating! Very punctual for drop off and pick up! And took care of Rocket like he does his own pup! He also sent pictures which is always such a welcome comforting bonus! Thank you!”
“Jason was super sweet and understanding despite my dog making some mess at his place.”
About: I was a cat mom for over 20 yrs to 4 long-lived fur babies. I now sit for my close friends cats and/or dogs when on vacation. I work from home and live in a pet friendly apartment. I have a flexible schedule and can work weekends if booked well in advance. I am able to spend quality time with pets and give them lots of attention due to my flexible hours and work from home schedule.
About: I have pet-sat dogs, chinchillas, mice, and birds while growing up. My family has two dogs that I’ve taken care of both in and out of the city. They’re two very different dogs and fun to play with in different ways. I’m always excited to explore the outdoors with them. Now that my whole family is on the East Coast, I’m missing the puppy love. I’m looking forwards to getting to know and hanging out with your pets! I currently have a 9-5 job on the weekdays. I am WFH Mondays and Fridays, and available on the weekends for pet care. In order to give your dog all the attention they deserve, I’m available Friday-Monday for pet care and on the weekends for dog walking. When dog sitting, I’ll be available full time to care for your dog. I’m cautious with houseplants, human food, street dangers, and any dangerous knick knacks.
“I needed a sitter for Zeus last minute. I downloaded the Rover app, made my profile and Katy responded and accepted. I love the fact that Katy sends photos periodically to show how he was doing. She loved Zeus and Zeus had a good time for the few hours he was there. I will definitely ask Katy again when I need a sitter again.”
About: Grew up w/ family dogs, mostly small to medium sized. I don't have a pet now because of occasional travel, so would love to care for yours! 🐶🐱 I can work from home any day. I can also take walks during my lunch hour. My schedule is ideal for petsitting! 🤗 I don't have any pets myself so your pet wouldn't be competing for attention. Your pet could sleep on their own bed or on the couch. If they're bathed, they can snuggle up with me in my bed (: I'm pretty active so I can take them on walks. I'd play with them or just lounge and watch TV together. Would depend on what they're in the mood for. I volunteered with the SF Zoo when I first moved to SF. And before that, I volunteered with the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society in SoCal. So I have plenty of animal care experience!
“Bora is an amazing dog sitter and such a pleasure to work with! We needed a sitter for Teddy while we went to Outside Lands and I instantly knew she would be great seeing how gentle she was with Teddy. Teddy's meals are a bit involved with all his supplements but she was able to follow the directions perfectly. Also, throughout the day, she sent awesome pictures and regular updates which really put my mind at ease. When we picked him up, he didn't want to leave! Thank you Bora for taking such great care of Teddy!”
“Irina is so accommodating, makes it super easy to schedule, drop off, and pick up. Our dog Bernie immediately recognized her from his last visit and he seems to love spending time with Irina and her family. We strongly recommend Irina!”
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1. Matthew T.
“Matthew was super friendly and welcoming to Dottie. She befriended his two friendly pups as well. Matthew was very communicative and sent lots of pictures sans videos. Much appreciated!!”
2. Melissa Z.
“Melissa (and Mitzi) took great care of Marley. Melissa was easy to communicate with and willing to meet up beforehand too, which I always appreciate. Thank you!”
3. ADRIANA D.
“Adriana was a fabulous sitter for our dog Mouse. She accommodated a last min early drop off and late pickup and Mouse was very happy when we picked him up! Will def use her services again in the future”
4. Anne W.
“Auntie Anne is the best! She takes great care of my pup as if it were her own. She is very responsible, communicative, caring and I am so grateful for her care of my dog!”
5. Jon S.
“Jon and his dog Toby were great companions for my dog on his daycare visits with them. Will definitely be returning. Highly recommended!”
6. Ava B.
“Ava was a great Rover! I received updates and photos throughout the day which allowed me to handle my day out of town without worry. She was also very accommodating with time when I was running a bit late. Leo had a great play date with Luna and got plenty of exercise and attention! I will definitely be booking with Ava again.”
7. Lois L.
“Can’t say enough great things about Lois and her partner!! Not only is she super responsive and sends great updates throughout the day, but the pictures are amazing. Definitely have a few new background photos of my sweet Basil. lol Looking for peace of mind and kind people to take care of your pet - book with Lois!!”
8. Gabrielle & Patrick C.
“Gabrielle was able to take Bullet last minute. Super flexible with the drop off and pick up time. Bullet loved staying with Gabrielle and Patrick!”
9. Anthony G.
“Anthony is truly an amazing dog sitter. He cares for Nia as though she was his own dog, providing her with enrichment activities and taking her on adventures. It is a relief to know she is having such a fun day while I’m at work.”
10. Joy C.
“Joy was a great sitter for Olive! Super communicative and provided consistent updates. Thanks for the peace of mind - would definitely reach out to Joy again ☺️”
11. Katrina K.
“Katrina is a real dog lover! She is great with dogs of all sizes, and takes them on all kinds of outdoor adventures. Her childhood dog, a black labrador, was well raised and loved to swim in the river and play fetch. Katrina is very experienced and responsible dog sitter, and I’d highly recommend her!”
12. Ching Yi W.
“Elaine was wonderful with my dog. She helped him quickly get comfortable at the start of daycare, communicated frequently with updates and pictures through the day, and made sure he had a great time.”
13. Charles R.
“Charles was great! My little old man (14.5 y/o) Shih Tzu stayed with him for the first time for doggy day care. Charles was fast at communicating! Very punctual for drop off and pick up! And took care of Rocket like he does his own pup! He also sent pictures which is always such a welcome comforting bonus! Thank you!”
14. Jason A.
“Jason was super sweet and understanding despite my dog making some mess at his place.”
15. Karen C.
“Karen has been an animal whisperer extraordinaire for as long as I’ve known her! She reads my fur child's mind like a well-worn novel and somehow always knows when a belly rub or a stern “nope” is needed. She’s got the magical combo of a soft heart and a backbone of steel—she doesn’t fall for those Oscar-worthy whines and puppy-dog eyes (all in the name of safety, of course). But don’t just take my word for it—here’s a direct quote from my fur child: "Hi, I’m Abby. Aunty Karen gives the BEST massages. 11/10, would pawsitively recommend!"”
16. Melody D.
“Melody handles everything with compassion and care, especially animals! Every dog she comes in contact with immediately feels comfortable and loved. This even proves true with my 75 lb husky who is not the most friendly. He commonly spends days barking at a stranger, but within 10 minutes he was laying on her lap on the couch and going on walks with her. I would definitely recommend Melody to take care of anyone’s dog!!”
17. Katy S.
“I needed a sitter for Zeus last minute. I downloaded the Rover app, made my profile and Katy responded and accepted. I love the fact that Katy sends photos periodically to show how he was doing. She loved Zeus and Zeus had a good time for the few hours he was there. I will definitely ask Katy again when I need a sitter again.”
18. youjung c.
“Julie took care of my dog Archivaldo for me! She boarded him for a week and was a wonderful sitter, sending regular updates and photos. Pick up and drop off went very smoothly and she was quite responsive. Will book with her again :)”
19. Bora S.
“Bora is an amazing dog sitter and such a pleasure to work with! We needed a sitter for Teddy while we went to Outside Lands and I instantly knew she would be great seeing how gentle she was with Teddy. Teddy's meals are a bit involved with all his supplements but she was able to follow the directions perfectly. Also, throughout the day, she sent awesome pictures and regular updates which really put my mind at ease. When we picked him up, he didn't want to leave! Thank you Bora for taking such great care of Teddy!”
20. Irina Z.
“Irina is so accommodating, makes it super easy to schedule, drop off, and pick up. Our dog Bernie immediately recognized her from his last visit and he seems to love spending time with Irina and her family. We strongly recommend Irina!”
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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 Downtown on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $50 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, 3,204 sitters provided doggy day care in Downtown. 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, 89% of Downtown sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Downtown have an average of 15 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Downtown.
Downtown 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 Downtown 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 3,204 sitters offering doggy day care in Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Downtown, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 89% 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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