Doggy Day Care in Main-Starr Hill, Charlottesville, VA
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“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!”


“what is a very awesome Rover mommy I’m very funny where I leave my puppy and she took care of her better than if she was her own puppy she even trimmed her nails for me. I definitely will be returning to Paula again many times she is more than a five star sitter thank you so much, Paul”


“Rebecca was amazing! She met with me before watching my dogs and she was very loving and attentive to both of them. She kept me informed about how they did while I was gone and kept the report card up-to-date. She left my house very clean and she was very respectful. I would definitely use her again!”


“My pup is getting plenty of socialization at Carolyn’s. I’m a first puppy owner, so I get nervous with stuff, but I have trust in Carolyn that she knows what she’s doing. She takes great pictures, is laid back, and is knowledgeable about dogs. I really trust her and like her!!”


“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!”


“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.”


“Chelsea is the best! She’s taken care of both of our dogs now. I appreciate how she always provides plenty of pictures and updates, and my boys are always so happy when they get to stay with Chelsea.”


“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!”


About: I am a new grad physician assistant currently awaiting credentialing for my new job in pediatrics and spending my time off walking dogs! I am a huge dog lover and a very active person. I used to dog and cat sit as a side hustle prior to PA school and now that I have some free time I would love to walk dogs in the community until I start a new medical career in June. I always had dogs growing up and have background caring for many pets in cville as well as a medical background. I currently have a very flexible schedule and I am around to walk dogs most days. Im not yet back to working in medicine so I am home most days Happy to walk dogs any distance/amount of time/ route. Also happy to jog with dogs if clients prefer and if the dog is used to jogging (I am a runner). Also willing to take dogs to client preferred parks or trails.

About: I've grown up with dogs my whole life, so caring for them comes naturally to me. I currently have a 3-year-old Rottweiler back at home, which has given me experience with strong, energetic breeds. Whether your dog needs playtime, patience, or gentle care, I provide reliable and loving attention tailored to their needs! I am currently a full time student at University of Virginia was a former Student-Athlete, being a senior my schedule is very flexible! I have an open schedule every week! My apartment complex has a fenced in dog park as well as plenty of outdoor space to get exercise! My personal apartment has a large living room with plenty of space and my room has enough space as well!


“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”


“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.”


“Sarah and Nathan had a great day with Pepper and she came home happy and tired! They were responsive, gave plenty of updates and Pepper got care and attention all day. Not to mention she had a great time running around with Skelly! Can’t wait to bring her back”


“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.”


About: I am a social person. I’ll work hard and take good care of your dog. I have a dog back home. I love dogs a lot. I’m free all day Friday-Sunday. I’m a former football player so I know that I’ll be dedicated to giving your dog the best care. I truly love dogs. We have a playground for the dog here at my apartment. They have treats everywhere for pets and I believe this is a great space for a dog to be.

“Excellent care and love of our weirdo doodle. Great communication. Hope Brooke is available next time we're in the area.”


About: Having had dogs and cats my entire life, I am well prepared to take care of your furry friend. Having had a dog with severe allergies, I am also prepared to take care of any pets with chronic health conditions that require more attention As a medical student in a hybrid learning environment, I have a flexible schedule that provides me the time to tend to your pets as needed. Caring for my own dog, your pet can fit seamlessly into our schedule for walks, bathroom breaks, and play time. I take all pets on several walks a day, providing them ample time to exercise and play outside. In caring for my clients home, I will make sure their pet abides by all house rules and maintain a clean living space for their home.

“Isaiah was an a amazing sitter! We needed him last minute as we found out late about meeting a friend that was from Germany. He was very transparent when it came to how my Cali was that day and what his plans were to keep them busy. He asks all the questions and was VERY, VERY patient with us.”


“Allison was such an amazing and flexible puppy sitter! She was available last minute and even offered to drop her off at my apartment at the end of the day! We felt very comfortable leaving our dog there - she sent lots of photos of her playing and snuggling on the couch and came back totally exhausted. We would highly recommend Allison and will be using her again in the future!”



“This was my first time using the Rover daycare service and I am absolutely happy with my first experience with Julia. I have two dogs, Ginger and Olaf. Olaf is still a puppy and has lots of energy and when I brought them home both doggies were happy and tired :) they also have a good time with Julia's baby. I am so glad I found a wonderful pet sitter who I can trust :) thank you so much!!!”

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1. 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!”


2. Paula C.

“what is a very awesome Rover mommy I’m very funny where I leave my puppy and she took care of her better than if she was her own puppy she even trimmed her nails for me. I definitely will be returning to Paula again many times she is more than a five star sitter thank you so much, Paul”


3. Rebecca P.

“Rebecca was amazing! She met with me before watching my dogs and she was very loving and attentive to both of them. She kept me informed about how they did while I was gone and kept the report card up-to-date. She left my house very clean and she was very respectful. I would definitely use her again!”


4. Carolyn & Jeremy C.


“My pup is getting plenty of socialization at Carolyn’s. I’m a first puppy owner, so I get nervous with stuff, but I have trust in Carolyn that she knows what she’s doing. She takes great pictures, is laid back, and is knowledgeable about dogs. I really trust her and like her!!”


5. 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!”


6. 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.”


7. Chelsea P.

“Chelsea is the best! She’s taken care of both of our dogs now. I appreciate how she always provides plenty of pictures and updates, and my boys are always so happy when they get to stay with Chelsea.”


8. 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!”


9. 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.”


10. 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.”




11. 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”


12. 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.”


13. Sarah & Nathan L.

“Sarah and Nathan had a great day with Pepper and she came home happy and tired! They were responsive, gave plenty of updates and Pepper got care and attention all day. Not to mention she had a great time running around with Skelly! Can’t wait to bring her back”


14. 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.”


15. 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.”


16. Brooke L.

“Excellent care and love of our weirdo doodle. Great communication. Hope Brooke is available next time we're in the area.”


17. 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,”


18. Isaiah B.

“Isaiah was an a amazing sitter! We needed him last minute as we found out late about meeting a friend that was from Germany. He was very transparent when it came to how my Cali was that day and what his plans were to keep them busy. He asks all the questions and was VERY, VERY patient with us.”


19. Allison H.

“Allison was such an amazing and flexible puppy sitter! She was available last minute and even offered to drop her off at my apartment at the end of the day! We felt very comfortable leaving our dog there - she sent lots of photos of her playing and snuggling on the couch and came back totally exhausted. We would highly recommend Allison and will be using her again in the future!”




20. Julia T.

“This was my first time using the Rover daycare service and I am absolutely happy with my first experience with Julia. I have two dogs, Ginger and Olaf. Olaf is still a puppy and has lots of energy and when I brought them home both doggies were happy and tired :) they also have a good time with Julia's baby. I am so glad I found a wonderful pet sitter who I can trust :) thank you so much!!!”
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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 Main-Starr Hill 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, 115 sitters provided doggy day care in Main-Starr Hill. 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 Main-Starr Hill sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Main-Starr Hill 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 Main-Starr Hill.
Main-Starr Hill 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 Main-Starr Hill 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 115 sitters offering doggy day care in Main-Starr Hill on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Main-Starr Hill, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
