Doggy Day Care Melrose
Drop off your dog at your sitter's home in the morning, and pick them up in the evening.
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About: With years of hands-on experience caring for dogs (including one I had of my own), I treat every pet like family because they deserve nothing less. I’m not just a sitter; I take time to understand each pet’s personality, routine, and needs to provide personalized care and comfort. What sets me apart is my attention to detail, calm presence, and genuine love for animals. Whether it’s long walks, playtime, medication support, or just companionship, I create a safe, stress-free environment that keeps both pets and owners at ease. Pet care is a natural and fulfilling part of my daily and weekly routine. I structure my schedule around the pets I care for, ensuring they receive consistent attention, exercise, and companionship. Whether it’s early morning walks, midday feedings, or evening playtime, I plan my day to match their needs and routines. Whether I’m caring for pets in my own home or in a client’s, I always prioritize safety, comfort, and consistency. In my home, I create a calm, pet-friendly space where animals feel welcome and secure, keeping their routines as familiar as possible. When staying in a client’s home, I treat their space with the utmost respect while following all care instructions closely from feeding and walks to playtime and cuddles. I maintain open communication throughout each stay, so pet parents feel confident and at ease while they’re away.
“Brandon was very kind to our pup, Billie. He was accommodating to having a meet and greet ahead of the daycare session and sent photos during the day to show us our pup was having a fun time. Brandon is also very responsive to texts. We'd be happy to use his services again.”
About: I love animals; I've always had a strong connection with them, and I give them a lot of love and respect. I feed them, bathe them, and let them take their naps. I also take them for walks and play with them. I'm not currently working; I'll be dedicating my time to taking care of puppies since I really enjoy being at home and I love dogs. I have a fenced-in yard and I can also keep them in a room I have available for this purpose. The puppy will be very comfortable.
“Sonya was great with Ruby and Ruby loved playing with her and her dog Wallace. Sonya sent great pics and videos and was communicative and flexible about meeting place and times. We will be booking with her again soon!”
“Kathereen and her family have been amazing and very loving to my pups. Everytime they have been warm and welcoming. And treats my dogs as if they are her own in attentiveness and care. Updates me continually thur thier stay. My large dogs loves them and really enjoys visiting. we have been repeat guest.”
About: “I’ve been taking care of dogs for 5 years And l love being around animals. l also have training experience”. He estado cuidando perros durante 3 años y Hablo Inglés y español . Y me encanta estar con animales. También tengo experiencia en el entrenamiento I’m currently a full-time pet sitter and l would be available for anyone during the week and weekends from morning to night. I provide pick up and drop off only for boarding. The price of the drop off and pick up depends on location and how far. Actualmente soy cuidador de mascotas a tiempo completo y estaría disponible para cualquier persona durante la semana y los fines de semana desde la mañana hasta la noche. El precio de la recogida y entrega depende de la ubicación y de la distancia que esté la mascota. I have a dog and l would care for them in my house and would have anything they need and would get full attention during that time Tengo un perro y lo cuidaría en mi casa y tendría todo lo que necesita y recibiría toda mi atención durante ese tiempo.
“Victoria was awesome. Super patient with us dealing with train delays. Clearly loves dogs, took great care of our little guy and loved him as if he were own. Will be back, thank you Victoria!!!”
“Alanis and Marco M. were absolutely amazing with Mila. From the very beginning, they were kind, attentive, and made her feel completely at home. They were also incredibly flexible with scheduling, which made everything so easy and stress-free. Mila was always genuinely happy to see them, and that alone gave me total peace of mind. I couldn’t be happier with the care they provided and would absolutely book with them again. Highly, highly recommend.”
“Emoni has a very sweet and caring energy. We have big dogs and she took care of them well. I dropped them off early morning because of work and she was accommodating. She sent me updates:pics throughout the day, something that puts my anxiety at ease when you leave your dog with someone. She took them on multiple walks throughout the day. She communicates very well and responded to my texts throughout the day. She has a daughter who loved the dogs. I recommend her if you want to feel like someone is caring for your fur baby like their own. I’ll definitely be booking her again. Thank you Emoni.”
“The sitter was absolutely amazing and treated my furry baby with love. The pictures were heartwarming and priceless, records were well maintained for services provided and she showed that she genuinely cares for animals. Thank you for a job well done!”
“While a few hours may not provide a comprehensive experience, Samantha was very attentive, demonstrated good communicating skills and puntual My dog seemed comfortable.”
“Carmen took my puppy at very late notice and kept me updated with pictures and videos. I feel secure knowing my baby is in good hands while I’m working. Thank you so much Carmen ?”
“Tracy watched our pup Winnie for an evening out, and she had a wonderful time! We knew Winnie was in great hands—Tracy sent adorable pictures of her playing with Nookie, and when we picked her up she was so happy and tired! Overall we had a great first experience using Rover and would highly recommend Tracy in a heartbeat!”
“Kuan & Zhixi are super communicative and accomodating. Loved the many pictures and updates we get. Our dog Tango really likes them and I feel comfortable knowing he'll be well taken care of. We look forward to scheduling more day care in the future.”
“Laura has been amazing! Her communication was great and she took great care of our pup Nenya. We could tell that Nenya loves her when we picked her up. She had a super calm and nice approach with her which is great because she is a little bit more on the shy and anxious side. Will definitely book Laura again :)”
The median cost per day for doggy day care in Melrose is $49
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Melrose
Jatna was amazing and I fully trust her to watch our pup anytime. We were visiting from out of town and she kept our young puppy and ensured he was well taken care of and loved on while we went to an event. Her communication was top notch and she kept me informed during his entire stay. I trust very few people, but I am glad we chose her to take care of our puppy. Highly recommend!
Alice and Ethan were incredible dog sitters. They were responsive, friendly, very communicative, and took great care of my guy, Eli. They sent several pictures and it was obvious how much they love dogs and care for those with them. We’ll certainly be back the next time we’re in New York and I would highly highly recommend.
Sarah was honestly the perfect dog sitter! She sent me a photos and videos while I was away, which made me so happy because I missed Lelu a lot. It was such a relief seeing how happy, comfortable, and excited she was the whole time :) Lelu is a super high-energy dog, so the fact that she came home and immediately passed out tells me everything I need to know 😂 He must have had the best time playing with Sarah! I could tell Sarah genuinely cared for her and treated her like her own. I felt completely at ease knowing Lelu was with someone so kind and attentive. I would absolutely rebook with Sarah again and couldn’t recommend her more. 10/10, would book again Thank you🙏🏻💕
We had a great experience with Riceli and her family! Vicomte stayed with them for two days, and we picked him up each evening and brought him back the next morning. They were extremely flexible with our schedule, very responsive, and communication was excellent throughout. Most importantly, Vicomte seemed very happy to go back the second day, which was a great sign that he felt comfortable, well cared and that Riceli and her family made him feel at home. We felt completely at ease leaving him with them and would definitely book with them again. Highly recommend!
Luisanna was amazing with Lola and I would recommend her to anyone. We took our Lola girl on vacation with us to New York but she could not do some of the activities… Luisanna was available at short notice with quick and easy drops off/ pick ups. She was very responsive when I texted her and communicated with us during the day on how Lola was doing. Her communication is amazing, along with her sweet relaxed energy Lola warmed right up to her ! She truly took care of my baby as her own and it was easy to tell when I brought Lola the following day, Lola ran right to her. It was so reassuring to know my dog was happy, safe and well cared for. Her location is very convenient for any New York or New Jersey plans as she is right over the bridge. She was truly a life saver and I am so greatful I found her. Anytime I visit NY I will be contacting her as I’m sure Lola would love to see her !
Kaitlin has been doing a great job with my senior dog Jackson. Jackson warmed up to Kaitlin very quickly. Jackson is pretty much blind and deaf and Kaitlin has been providing him with support to make him feel comfortable, such as letting him explore her apartment, pick him up to take him up and down stairs, use doggie stairs in her home, etc. Upon short notice she has agreed to adjust the drop off/pick up schedule, feed him meals, and board him overnight. Further Kaitlin gives me updates to let me know what’s going on with my dog, such as pictures, notifying me if he’s sleeping a lot. I’m greatful that Kaitlin is in the neighborhood and plan to use her services regularly.
First time using Rover for a sitter and Genesis was great. She was so understanding about how anxious we were leaving him for the first time and made us feel completely comfortable. She sent updates and as many photos as we wanted, which we really appreciated. Overall such a great experience and we would definitely book with her again. Thanks for the treats!!
Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my dog for the day. You were extremely professional, attentive, and reliable, and it was clear from the start that my dog was in excellent hands. I truly appreciated the care, patience, and kindness you showed, and you did an outstanding job. It gave me great peace of mind knowing everything was handled so well. I would gladly recommend you to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring with animals.
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The average cost for Doggy Day Care in Melrose on Rover is $44.2 per day (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Doggy Day Care easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Doggy Day Care. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 11,431 sitters on Rover offering Doggy Day Care across Melrose. 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 Melrose 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.
Play groups can be an option when you book with a day care sitter through Rover. Many sitters do host a small number of dogs at the same time. Smaller dog packs are generally safer, more fun, and ideal for dogs who enjoy playtime but also want to relax throughout the day. When looking for your dog’s pack, check the sitter’s profile to see if they "Accept multiple clients" or have their own dogs. Then during the Meet & Greet, you can see whether your dog is a good fit for their social circle!
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 NY 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 short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Yes, Rover is well-suited for finding sitters who can care for your pet within 24 hours. With 11,431 sitters in Melrose, 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 calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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