Doggy Day Care in Locust Grove, Charlottesville, VA
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1. Paula C.
“Paula took excellent care of our dog Loki. We were visiting from out of town and need a place for Loki while we visited older relatives. Paula was good with communication and Loki came back all happy. Definitely recommend!”
2. Julia T.
“Julia was great! Our pup, Granby, has a lot of energy and she was wonderful with him. She allowed him to run around and really get his energy out. She also continually kept me updated with photos as well, which was really appreciated!”
3. Bree L.
“Bree was so great! She was super flexible with my long work hours and Oakley had the absolute best time with her! We will definitely be using her again!”
4. Carolyn & Jeremy C.
“Carolyn is very kind and communicative, and clearly cares for every dog she watches. We definitely hope to work with her again next time we’re in Charlottesville!”
5. Allison M.
“Great communication and helped me out last minute. Works with dogs and was able to initiate crate training and “nap time” for my new puppy. Thank you so much!”
6. Rebecca P.
“Rebecca is an amazing pet caretaker. She is thoughtful, attentive and knowledgeable. I felt good knowing my dog was with her and my dog, who is shy at first, came out of her shell and had a great time!”
7. Mary R.
“Mary and her family did such an amazing job taking care of Buttercup. I definitely felt very comfortable each day and prior to booking. Mary worked with my early morning drop offs and long work hours which is much appreciated. The frequent pictures and updates were an added bonus. I definitely look forward to booking in the future! Thank you so much again”
8. Rebecca Z.
“Becca is wonderful with pets - she is caring and responsible. She watched my dog for two weeks while I was on my honeymoon while he was a puppy and was great with his schedule and getting him out for lots of walks! Would highly recommend Becca for any future jobs/walks.”
9. Jessica L.
“Jessica and James have both been great daycare hosts! They’re efficient communicators and home most of the day so my dog gets a lot of time outside the crate. They’re great at being flexible as well and we definitely recommend and will continue to use regularly. This was my first rover experience and it was great!”
10. Svitlana F.
“Svitlana did great with Otto's nervous mom (me). She sent plenty of photos, updates, and reassurance. Otto felt comfortable at the house during his doggie daycare stay. He was relaxed enough to eat, sleep, and play. I rarely have anyone watch Otto, but we'll return if Svitlana is available when needed in the future.”
11. Milan G.
“Milan G. Is a loving individual. She takes special interest and care of the pets left in her care. She makes sure that my pet had an enjoyable and safe time. How she takes care of pets speaks to who she is as a person.”
12. Ashley L.
“Ashley cared for our Sophie very well! She was flexible with her schedule and really seemed to love dogs. We would gladly leave Sophie with her again.”
13. Nana A.
“He is the best caregiver around my area. I always feel at ease when I leave my golden with him. He is a kind and humble person, I hope you guys are able to trust him.”
14. Kirtly R.
“Kirtly was very responsive, and gave a ton of feedbacks on the daycare session with our two dogs, one of which a 2 month old puppy. Will definitely book with Kirtly again.”
15. Chelsea P.
“Our beagle, Pierson, loved staying with Chelsea! Chelsea was communicative and professional, and sent us tons of pics of Pierson while he was there. He can’t wait to be back!”
16. Emil F.
“Madie was well taken care of and happy to be back at Emil’s house when she was dropped off a second time. Emil is very responsive and flexible.”
17. Madison G.
About: I possess a deep love for animals, have experience in caring for various dog breeds, and a genuine commitment to their well-being. I prioritize their comfort and safety, always following your specific instructions and maintaining a calm, positive demeanor to ensure a stress-free experience for your furry friend. My passion for pets shines through in my attentive care, from playtime to feeding, ensuring they receive the love and respect they deserve while in my care. I work from home and have a very flexible schedule to be able to take care of your pet. I’m available during the day for walks or playtime, or can work around your dog’s schedule to follow their routine. I have a fenced in yard, one friendly 11 yr old dog to keep your pet company, and can crate your dog if needed in my own home. We have an extra dog bed, dog bowls, and other pet supplies too.
18. Gwyneth M.
“Gwynee is a great babysitter and so grateful I have her to watch Zoe while I work. She's flexible on her hours and Zoe really loves being with her!”
19. Roy T.
“Roy is EXCELLENT!!! He is kind and treated my dogs like his own. I have a small terrier mix who gets nervous easily. Roy had my Kaiden excited to see him, no problem! If he could get Kaiden to like him, Roy is certainly a dog whisperer!! Lol! Definitely recommend him and will be utilizing his services in the future,”
20. Sarah & Nathan L.
“Highly attentive pet sitter! Also very flexible-would recommend. Will feed, play with, walk your animals, and has a good response time. Will use this sitter again.”
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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 Locust Grove on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $35 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, 110 sitters provided doggy day care in Locust Grove. 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, 91% of Locust Grove sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Locust Grove have an average of 16 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Locust Grove.
Locust Grove 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 Locust Grove 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 110 sitters offering doggy day care in Locust Grove on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Locust Grove, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 92% 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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