Doggy Day Care Hayward
Drop off your dog at your sitter's home in the morning, and pick them up in the evening.
Over 161 pet parents in Hayward have booked doggy day care
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“Cindy was a lifesaver during my stressful workweek. She took care of Panda and made sure she felt loved and comfortable. She kept me updated throughout the day and knew I’d be off later and was flexible with my schedule - absolutely fantastic! I had regular updates with Panda being spoiled with love by her girls. I’ll definitely use her again when I need a sitter. Thanks a million!”
“Katherine took a good care of my Lucky even though she is shy to most of dogs where Katherine has a large dog that lucky might get scared of. Lucky seemed to have a great time with her son and her dog under Katherine’s care. I’ve just booked her again.”
“Pamela is the perfect person to trust with your pup! We were a little nervous going in as we’ve never used a sitter for any of our animals before. Pamela made us feel very at ease. She has a wonderful set up for play and rest. She gave great updates and took wonderful care of our Maya. We would definitely recommend her to others!”
“I couldn’t be more impressed with Brenda. You can tell she really cares about the dogs in her care! My pup has been going through some medical issues & Brenda was so kind & supportive with him. I got pictures & videos throughout the day which I love! I’d definitely book again. 🤍”
About: I’ve spent 5 years caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, from energetic puppies to gentle seniors. My experience includes daily walks, feeding routines, playtime, and overnight stays, always tailored to each dog’s personality and needs. Since I’m retired and stay at home, I have a very flexible schedule that allows me to dedicate plenty of time to caring for pets. I’m available throughout the day for walks, playtime, feeding, or just keeping your dog company. Whether it’s weekdays or weekends, I can easily adjust to your pet’s routine and give them the consistent attention they need. I believe pets deserve a safe, calm, and loving environment, whether they’re in my home or yours. At my home, I provide a clean, pet-friendly space with plenty of room for play and relaxation. I make sure water bowls are always full, and I follow each pet’s feeding, exercise, and medication schedule carefully.
“Thank you Su! Roxie had such a great time and was happy. Su takes lots of pictures and communicates well with dog owners. Definitely using Su for future dog sitting. Her place was perfect for a dog as well.”
“We're happy we trusted Hidemi to care for our puppy, Tahoe, for the day. Tahoe is a little over 2 months old and she was so great with him! This was our first time not only using Rover, but leaving our puppy with anyone, and I'm very happy we found her. I was very happy to receive picture updates throughout the stay. Thank you so much! :)”
About: I have experiences with Senior care and basic training for puppies. I watch their body languages carefully to know when to pause a play and what they need from me :) Leia and I usually go for a walk in the morning, around 5 in the afternoon and quick bathroom break before going to bed. I work from home most of the time so id love to help to care for another dog so they’re not depressed alone at home whole the parents are off to earn money for their their pawbills 😝 I help to care for friends dogs when they need and I feed them together but separately so they don’t get food aggressive. I also monitor toys so it doesn’t create fights. Because I have Leia, I know the struggle and guilt feelings when you have vacation planned and need to leave the pup. I try my best to give lots of updates and pics so the humans can enjoy their time away as well.
“Shuvashna is great! She is very friendly with dogs and she made sure she kept sending us updates on our puppy. We loved boarding our puppy with her. It was our very first boarding experience for our puppy and she did a fantastic job!”
“Gabru had a very nice day with Reyna. She was very responsive to all our requests and sent regular updates. She has a nice house and Gabru enjoyed her backyard. I will definitely have Gabru visit Reyna again soon”
About: Hi! I’m a full-time animal lover based in Hayward with hands-on experience caring for multiple pets every day. I currently have 6 cats a French Bulldog puppy and a chihuahua , so I understand different personalities, energy levels, and how to keep pets safe, calm, and happy. Whether your pet is playful, shy, or needs extra attention, I’m patient and attentive. I treat every pet like my own and make sure they feel comfortable while you’re away. What you can expect: • Regular photo & video updates • Safe, clean home environment • Flexible schedule & quick responses • Experience with puppies, cats, and multiple pets I know how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I take that seriously. Looking forward to meeting you and your furry family! I feed my animals twice a day and I walk the dogs twice a day morning and evening. Throughout the day dogs engage in playful fetch and games. They go out in the yard and enjoy the sun and run around. I have decent size house with two yards so plenty of space to run around. I have an extra room if animals need to be seperated.
“Nadya is so amazing with my three month old Australian shepherd. She has a large enclosed backyard that my puppy gets to and enjoys very much. I love that every time my pup goes there, she puts on a location tag on my dog's collar just in case the worst happens. It helps give me a extra peace of mind. Nadya responds super quickly and give updates and pictures throughout the day. She provides such trust and great dog knowledge and skills that I'm never nervous with leaving my pup with her. As soon as I arrive my puppy is super eager to run to the doorway and my puppy fights me to put him back in the car because he's so happy playing with and at Nadya's.”
“Jacqueline helped put our anxious-prone girl at ease in just ten minutes, and then it was all mutual affection! Phoebe received good care and it was just as we had instructed. With Phoebe's separation anxiety, Jacqueline never left her alone, which we appreciated!”
About: CPR AND FIRST AID certified. I will baby your pet so much. I will protect them and play with them. I will care for them as if they are my own. Ima a part time babysitter and work from home for my family business. I create my own schedule and can move things around in your favor. My home has lots of toys, separate ones for pets i take care of. They get washed daily. I have a fenced patio and a beautiful outdoor community full of grass and trees where I can walk around with your pet. I have a cozy living room where your cat can hang out. I also live across the street from the park.
About: *Always leave a detailed Rover card, with a bunch of cute pics of pets* I'm a dog mom of a 1.5-year-old small mutt. I’ve taken care of dogs for my friends from 1 day to a week. I have experience with shy dogs and playful dogs. My friends have relied on me to walk, feed, and bathe their dogs, as well as to make drop-in visits to feed cats and clean litter boxes. I’m a self-employed software engineer who works from home. I will be very flexible; just let me know 3 days ahead, and that should be fine. I live in an 2 bed-room loft. There are nearby neighborhoods and parks, so I can walk the dogs there. I would love to walk dogs near the client’s home or take them to nearby dog parks.
“Josh and April were great with our leash reactive (and nervous) pup. My dog even growled at them when we met! They were able to build his confidence and provided regular updates. Very nice people!!”
About: I’m a lifelong animal lover with 9 years of experience as a dog mom, plus 2 years of experience as a foster caregiver. While I recently became a cat mom, I still deeply miss and love spending time with dogs! I’m an avid hiker (I even completed the Camino de Santiago - Portuguese route in 2024!). If you don't have the time for long walks but have a dog who loves to explore, I’d be a great fit. For safety reasons, I only take dogs on hikes if they are under 30 lbs and have good on-leash manners :) Thanks to my fostering background, I understand how crucial patience and love are when pets are adjusting to new environments and new people. I work from home Friday through Monday, so I’ll be with your fur baby the entire time they’re staying with me! Please share their usual daily routine with me—I’ll do my best to keep everything as close to their normal schedule as possible. Throughout their stay/visit, I’ll keep you updated on how they’re doing—including their eating and drinking, energy levels, and potty habits! Note for boarding: Since I have a resident cat, Mio, I can only host dogs or cats that are calm and relaxed around other pets.
The median cost per day for doggy day care in Hayward is $56
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Hayward
Katherine welcomes my dog any time and gives my dog comfort in her house. My dog loves her toddler who serves my dog water and pet my dog well. My dog got to used to be with a big dog that my dog used to be afraid of them. Katherine is thoughtful, kind and communicative and I feel at ease to leave my dog at her care.
Pamela is an outstanding sitter! This was our first Rover experience and Pamela has been very patient, detailed and understanding throughout. Our dog Cookie can get nervous, but I was able to tell through the photos Pamela sent that she was having the time of her life. I highly recommend booking with Pamela!
I’m so glad I found Kelsy! My puppy, Daisy, absolutely loves going to her house. She gets so excited as soon as we arrive and enjoys spending time with Kelsy’s two adorable dogs, Tatum and Theo. They are patient with Daisy and do a wonderful job keeping up with all her puppy energy. kelsy is incredibly caring and attentive, and she always sends several updates throughout the day. It’s clear that she genuinely loves and cares for the dogs in her care.I highly recommend Kelsy, especially for doodle owners, and I never hesitate to leave Daisy with her. Knowing Daisy is happy, loved, and well cared for makes all the difference!
Yan took care of our 4-month-old puppy, Daisy, three days a week in her home-based daycare for over a month. Daisy struggles with being alone for even a couple of hours and always wants to be around people, so finding the right caregiver was very important to us. She quickly bonded with Yan and loved spending time with her.Yan treated Daisy like a baby, providing plenty of care, attention, and affection. She sent regular photos and updates throughout the day and made sure Daisy had consistent potty breaks and walks. Knowing Daisy was in good hands allowed me to go to work without worrying about her. I recommend Yan to anyone looking for a caring and a reliable pet sitter.
Giancarlo is AMAZING!! He watched our two dogs today and it went really well! Both our dogs are very high energy, and he legitimately played fetch with them for hours. It’s evening now and they would normally be bouncing off the walls but they can barely keep their eyes open, they’re so tired. I will definitely be reaching out to Giancarlo the next time we need doggy day care!!
We had such a wonderful experience with Shuvashna watching our 4.5 month puppy! She was an amazing communicator and kept us updated throughout the day with plenty of photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind. I especially appreciated how thorough she was in sharing updates about Bernie’s potty breaks, behavior, and how he interacted with the other pups. Her yard is also fantastic—Bernie had plenty of space to run around, play, and get his energy out. It was clear that he was happy, comfortable, and well cared for the entire time. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would 100% rebook with her! Highly recommend! 🐶❤️
Taty and Lenin are amazing sitters for Oreo. They are kind, communicative, & keep him active so when I’m home from work, he’s happy and calm. They’ve been very mindful of what he eats, walking him, training, as well as trying to get him to be less scared of.. well.. everything! 😅 I began booking them everyday in at work to ensure Oreo is well loved. I highly recommend these two wonderful human beings for anyone’s fur baby.
Jacqueline helped put our anxious-prone girl at ease in just ten minutes, and then it was all mutual affection! Phoebe received good care and it was just as we had instructed. With Phoebe's separation anxiety, Jacqueline never left her alone, which we appreciated!
I had a great experience with Yonkyu through Doddy Care. Yonkyu was incredibly attentive, reliable, and genuinely caring throughout the entire time. Their professionalism stood out right away -they were punctual, well-prepared, and made sure to understand specific needs. What really impressed me was their patience and warmth. Yonkyu created a comfortable and positive environment, which made a big difference. I would absolutely recommend Yonkyu to anyone looking for dependable and compassionate care! PS: Piku used to be super excited to meet Yonkyu everyday
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The average cost of Doggy Day Care in Hayward is $42 per day as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $35 and $65 per day. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 5,719 sitters on Rover offering Doggy Day Care across Hayward. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Sitters on Rover can offer flexible scheduling, so you can coordinate times that work best for you and your pet—whether that’s early drop-off or later pick-up to match your Hayward commute.
If your schedule changes, it’s best to let your sitter know through the app as early as possible. Many sitters can adjust pick-up and drop-off times when needed.
Think of doggy day care as your dog’s fun, supervised play date that happens to fit into your workday. Day care through Rover takes place in a real home. This offers a calmer and more personalized environment for your pup.
A typical day can include companionship, one-on-one attention, and same day pick-up and drop-off. Many sitters can also offer structured routines and exercise throughout the day. For recurring, weekly day care, sitters will include photo updates so you can see your dog in their element.
Here are tips for finding the ideal day care fit for your dog:
- For some small dogs: In-home day care can be the perfect fit. Look for sitters whose "can host" section only lists dogs weighing 0–7 kilograms and/or 7–18 kilograms. During your Meet & Greet, ask about play areas based on dog size and energy level.
- For high-energy dogs: The ideal doggy day care can offer scheduled breaks and outdoor spaces or activities. You can also find sitters who host multiple dogs to satisfy your pup’s socializing needs.
- For dogs who prefer human-only companionship: Use the filters "Doesn't own a dog" and "Only accepts one pet at a time" to find the right care.
As of October 2026, there are 5,719 sitters on Rover offering Doggy Day Care across the region of CA. Enter your address or desired location to see which available sitters are closest to you.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in CA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
Yes, Rover is well-suited for finding sitters who can care for your pet within 24 hours. With 5,719 sitters in Hayward, 87% respond to messages in under an hour.
You can message multiple sitters simultaneously to find the fastest available match. If you need care today or tomorrow, you can look for sitters with a "calendar last updated" notice on their profiles.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
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