Doggy Day Care in Merlin
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“Amy was so sweet and intuitive to Otis's needs and care. He was super happy there and came home tuckered out but not exhausted. She took excellent care of him and was thoughtful enough to try to keep his schedule for playing, training eating and crating to be like it is at home and I appreciate that so much! Highly recommend.”
About: I’ve had pets as long as I can remember! I have 2 dogs and a cat now and understand the stress of finding a caring home while on vacation. I have experience with the extra care needed for senior dogs (our senior just passed this year. 😢) I work from home and can provide potty breaks for puppies and seniors that can’t hold it like they used to, as well as walks and play time. Being home means full supervision as well as plenty of check in pictures of your special fur baby. I have 2 dogs that will keep your pup company. We also have crates if reinforcing your current crate training routine is required. I do not have a fenced in yard, but live in a quiet community where I take my dogs for frequent walks.
About: I started my first pet sitting business when I was just around 7-8 years old. I used to pet sit out here in the same area of Ruch. I grew up out here. As an adult now, with many of my own animals, I am now offering my services again. I rarely go anywhere because I do not like being away from home and my animals. I'm almost always available and close by (servicing only Ruch). I grew up with, and took care of, many kinds of animals; horses, donkeys, goats, dogs, cats, ferrets, birds, rabbits, etc. Being around animals gives me life and I love to help make animals feel special while their humans are away. It's already stressful for them, and for you too, so make it easier with someone who talks to them and makes sure that they feel special. I live at home with my hubby and he is adored by every animal that meets him. He even stole my main doggy daycare client! Know when animals are here, they're cherished by both of us. I have my own small businesses that I can work on anytime I feel like it from home, which gives me great flexibility. I am available to take care of critters in the Ruch area almost any day, minus some appointments that I have sometimes. When I'm not here, hubby is here to watch them. In my home: To protect my own cats and dogs, I need to ensure that your dog is friendly with my animals, vaccinated, and protected from fleas and ticks. Outside is fenced in with no climb fencing and acreage for roaming around our house, they get to let me know when they want to go outside, or come inside. My dogs knock on the door and tell me what they want (in or out). I'm sure they will teach your dog to do the same. When inside, we read, nap, cuddle on the couch, floor, in front of the wood stove, or in a crate if your dog desires. Outside, there are a couple of acres to run and explore. I spend all day tending to my dogs and can do this for yours too.
“Honestly, my Bentley loves to visit his new "Aunt Cheryl". She is the best! Responsibile, caring and fun...and with the best backyard a dog can ask for. Her shoes will be hard to fill when we leave the area, and we'll miss her.”
“Incredibly happy with my dogs stay here for dog daycare. I can tell she was well taken care of, and got a lot of exercise and stimulation. She came home tired and happy! I love that they have a very large fenced in yard for my dog to play in and get exercise. I will happily have Garrett and his partner watch my dog again.”
“Ella was amazing! We had a last minute request and she got back to us right away that she was available and even offered to pick our dog up! So appreciated her and she was very communicative as well. Would definitely use again!”
About: Since I was a child I have always had pets and still do. I love riding horses and caring for my furry friends. I can care for yours too I'm a stay at home parent and have lots of time for your dogs when you are in need of someone to care for your pet. I will be able to take your dog on walks and allow them to run and play. I can also accommodate special needs if required. I can also send pictures / video updates during the day.
“We left our dogs with Kari for the day while we floated the the Rogue River. We were gone longer then we thought and she was very reasonable. She took many pictures and played with the dogs. Usually when we leave them with someone they are always ready to come home and get excited to see us, but they were having such a good time they didn’t get that excited to see us. She took them for a mile and a half walk which was nice of her to do. I would definitely recommend for her to watch your fur babies!”
About: I have had a love for all animals since I was a little girl. I have either had a pet to care for or have been watching friends pets whenever the opportunity arises. I am a stay at home mom. I am available to check in on animals throughout the day or even take them for a walk! I like to make sure your pet is happy and taken care of whenever you are away. I want to make sure they have what they need.
About: I have been taking care of dogs and cats since I was a kid. I have experience caring for an elderly pug. I have trained puppies and am willing to do whatever it takes to make sure any and all pets are happy and healthy. I love all breeds and am able to take any dog for a walk. I have administered medication and cared for sick and elderly dogs and cats. I am super friendly and seem to have a connection with animals. I am currently between jobs so my schedule is wide open at this particular juncture. I am an in home Healthcare provider and am going to be starting work again soon but I will be working 20 hours a week only so I will still have a lot of free time. My boyfriend, son and uncle live with me and they are just as reliable when it comes to pet care as I am. So when I do start working again, they'll be able to assist in pet care when I'm unavailable. I have a fenced yard and currently do not have dogs of my own. I do have one male black Bombay cat, two females cats and there are stray cats in the area where I live. I do have dog accessories as I did previously own a pug and was taking care of a family members black pit bull. I am well equipped for pet sitting purposes and am able to meet the needs of any dog or cat.
“What a wonderful experience! Ruth really goes above and beyond. I couldn't be more pleased. She made sure to ask many questions and wanted to reinforce my pups training as a service dog by using the same words and hands signals I do at home. She kept me updated and sent pictures of him running with her sweet girl doggos and sitting happily at her feet. He was clearly happy and comfortable at her home. He was also asleep before we got home! My heart is so happy to have found this gem. I'm so impressed with Ruth's care that I'm going to book regular daycare visits for my guy to go there and have fun with his new friends even if I don't have any appointments! I honestly can't say enough about her. Totally blessed.”
About: My name is Sarah, I have fur babies of my own. I have plenty of available to take care of your fur babies! Willing to pet sit at your home or my own. I am able to provide transportation, plenty of play time, walks, feedings, administering medications, lots of love!, cleaning up after. Whatever your fur baby needs,I can assist. I work early mornings 6-10 and then the rest of my days are free to care for the little ones. I have been pet sitting for 2 years now and have gotten my own cats in the last year. They love other animals so sitting here wouldn’t be an issue. I can’t wait to meet you and your cherished fur babies. Text, call, or email me.
About: Hi, my name is Nadia! I’m currently trying to save money for college! I’ve been surrounded by dogs my whole life, raising litters of puppies, caring for my own pets, and dog sitting for friends and family. I even took a veterinary science course and was on track to graduate as a vet tech, so I know how to give pets the love they deserve while keeping them safe and healthy. Whether it’s playtime, snuggles, or walks, I treat every dog like my own. I’m available anytime between now and September 15. I leave for college the 20th. I have free weeks and weekends so anytime I’m needed I’m available! I have a fenced yard and 2 dogs myself. One is older and more cranky so I would prefer to sit in the clients home but If not we can figure something out! I have 3 cats at my house as-well.
About: I’m slow and kind and gentle. I’m thorough & love to connect deeply with animals. I believe pets are the heart of our home & deserve to be treated as such! I’m flexible as i work online! I make my own schedule. I’m a small business owner. I love pets and it’s easy for me to fit them in! They will be treated like family! We will enjoy each others company and love while you’re away. If you have any special requests please let me know!
About: I love dogs and I will provide the greatest experience for your animal companion. I know having a dog in your life is like having a child. So I will provide extra love for your fur baby! I love being outdoors, going on hikes, and playing outside. It truly is the small things in life that makes me happy and this includes spending time with dogs. I adopted a lab mix who is now six years old - he gets along with every person and animal. He is a love bug! He would love a friend to walk, play, and spend time with in our backyard! Thanks for taking the time to read about me! I work from home so I am available all day. If I need to step out your dog will only be left alone for two hours max. I have a fully fenced in yard. Plenty of room to run and play! We live in a house so there is also room inside where the dogs can play as well
About: Hi! I am Destiny, a dependable and dog-loving caregiver with 4 years of experience walking, sitting, and spending time with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and energy levels. Whether you have a high-energy pup that needs long walks or a senior dog who just wants some gentle company, I provide customized care that fits their needs. I just recently moved to Oregon and love the outdoors! I have a very free schedule since I am new to the area. I love to exercise so I can to take your dogs on long walks and play fetch! I have a small friendly mini Aussie to keep your fur baby company on walks and overnights if wanted! I love to explore if you have an active dog that needs a lot of exercise!
About: I’ve taken care of lots of family friends pets! I’m the one everyone can trust & rely on even when it comes to bathing, feeding, walking, & giving some extra love I’m currently unavailable on sundays but throughout the week I’m available every day all up until 5pm but Mon-Sat anytime until 5pm works for me I have a fenced yard and a little kitty that’s super friendly but she likes her space sometimes so I would keep her in a separate space if needed
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Amy K.Star Sitter
“Amy was so sweet and intuitive to Otis's needs and care. He was super happy there and came home tuckered out but not exhausted. She took excellent care of him and was thoughtful enough to try to keep his schedule for playing, training eating and crating to be like it is at home and I appreciate that so much! Highly recommend.”
Deanna H.
“I highly recommend Deanna for watching anyone’s pets. I have a three-year-old Belgian Malinois and Deanna is the ONLY person I trust watching her. Deanna is very well-versed in training dogs and has an uncanny ability to create a bond of trust and respect with them right out of the gate. If you need someone to watch your pets, she would be the first person to call!”
Jamie V.
“Jamie is one of the kindest people I know, and she is great with our pup Nelson. He loves her like a mama and gets so excited every time we pull up to her house for sitting. She is always available even short notice when our schedules change and is extremely reliable and responsible. When I drop off Nelson, I know he is in good hands, and I can trust she will take care of him like one of her own!”
Cheryl D.
“Honestly, my Bentley loves to visit his new "Aunt Cheryl". She is the best! Responsibile, caring and fun...and with the best backyard a dog can ask for. Her shoes will be hard to fill when we leave the area, and we'll miss her.”
Garrett E.Star Sitter
“Incredibly happy with my dogs stay here for dog daycare. I can tell she was well taken care of, and got a lot of exercise and stimulation. She came home tired and happy! I love that they have a very large fenced in yard for my dog to play in and get exercise. I will happily have Garrett and his partner watch my dog again.”
Ella D.
“Ella was amazing! We had a last minute request and she got back to us right away that she was available and even offered to pick our dog up! So appreciated her and she was very communicative as well. Would definitely use again!”
Marcella T.
“Marcella is a dear friend of mine and has house and dog sat for me in the past. She is compassionate, responsible and trustworthy. I highly recommend her.”
Kari M.
“We left our dogs with Kari for the day while we floated the the Rogue River. We were gone longer then we thought and she was very reasonable. She took many pictures and played with the dogs. Usually when we leave them with someone they are always ready to come home and get excited to see us, but they were having such a good time they didn’t get that excited to see us. She took them for a mile and a half walk which was nice of her to do. I would definitely recommend for her to watch your fur babies!”
Serena D.
“Serena is a fantastic pet sitter! She has taken care of both of our dogs and always takes great care of them. I really appreciate her attention to detail, photo updates, and the fact that she goes the extra mile to ensure our pups are happy and well taken care of. I would highly recommend Serena as a sitter or dog walker!”
Kristina F.
“ive known Kristina for over 20 years since she was a little girl and she has always had a great love with tons of passion for animals her personality shines and pets can see and feel her love she is a very responsible pet owner with a great desl of respect for the care each individual pet requires she is sensative and smart with a very calming attitude my little dog fell in love with her right away and hes is selfish with his love but not with Nina i know she is here before she gets to the door because he is whining and spinning in cicled over all i think she will make an excellent addition to Rover.com”
Lori G.
“My dog Sophie really enjoyed her time with Lori and her two playful pups. This was my first time using Rover for day care and I'm glad to have met Lori. I will be using her again🙂”
Ruth W.
“What a wonderful experience! Ruth really goes above and beyond. I couldn't be more pleased. She made sure to ask many questions and wanted to reinforce my pups training as a service dog by using the same words and hands signals I do at home. She kept me updated and sent pictures of him running with her sweet girl doggos and sitting happily at her feet. He was clearly happy and comfortable at her home. He was also asleep before we got home! My heart is so happy to have found this gem. I'm so impressed with Ruth's care that I'm going to book regular daycare visits for my guy to go there and have fun with his new friends even if I don't have any appointments! I honestly can't say enough about her. Totally blessed.”
Sarah C.
“Sarah is the owner of two cats and was very close with both of my dogs. She is not only a very responsible person but a loving and nurturing animal lover. Out of everyone I know, i would feel the most comfortable with her watching over my fur babies!”
Nadia B.
About: Hi, my name is Nadia! I’m currently trying to save money for college! I’ve been surrounded by dogs my whole life, raising litters of puppies, caring for my own pets, and dog sitting for friends and family. I even took a veterinary science course and was on track to graduate as a vet tech, so I know how to give pets the love they deserve while keeping them safe and healthy. Whether it’s playtime, snuggles, or walks, I treat every dog like my own. I’m available anytime between now and September 15. I leave for college the 20th. I have free weeks and weekends so anytime I’m needed I’m available! I have a fenced yard and 2 dogs myself. One is older and more cranky so I would prefer to sit in the clients home but If not we can figure something out! I have 3 cats at my house as-well.
Margaret M.
“Maggie is a beautiful soul and absolutely loves any dog or cat she encounters. She prefers animals to humans. They immediately become her best friend. She’s responsible and shows up excited to love our animals.”
Allyse C.
“Allyse was incredible from start to finish. Lincoln can be a finicky and emotional poodle which has made it hard to find a sitter, but she handled all of his issues like a pro! Her communication and updates along with photos is enough to keep even the most neurotic dog parents calm :) I guess it's a good sign when your dog is sad to see the sitter go! I'm so glad I found a safe and trusted sitter for Lincoln when I'm away. I'll definitely be using Allyse in the future!”
Destiny K.
“If you are looking for a Pet sitter or Dog walker, Look no further. Destiny is a very caring,energetic person, she loves Animals and she is very reliable!! Always arrives on time and ready to work. Give her a call.”
Jersey S.
“Jersey would be great for this job. She is a bery carung person for people and animals. She loves animals and taking care of them. She would do amazing and be a great caregiver of the animals and follow any instructions the pet owner provides.”
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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 Merlin on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $30 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 Aug 2025, 25 sitters provided doggy day care in Merlin. 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, 100% of Merlin sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
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 Merlin.
Merlin 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 Merlin 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 25 sitters offering doggy day care in Merlin on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.
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