Doggy Day Care in Oakdale, Grand Rapids, MI
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“Joshua is awesome with my puppy! His own dogs are great with other dogs and are very patient with my pup. He seems to do well with training too, all positive reinforcement. Very happy with him!”
“Winston comes home from Renee’s house happy and sleepy. Her home and yard are great for a lower-energy dog. She also made sure to update me on his first day, which helped my peace of mind!”
“Lindsay is wonderful! She helped organize a meet and greet with our pups so I felt more than comfortable leaving Kirk. Her communication is above and beyond. Kirk came home tired and that is exactly what we needed :)”
“I am so happy I found Pam here in Grand Rapids. I just moved here and needed to get my little guy set up with a doggie sitter. Pam has been wonderful letting Charlie come for two short visits to get comfortable before he stays for a week while I travel for work. Pam sent me regular updates on how Charlie was doing throughout his stays. Charlie has fit right in with the rest of her crew and came home happy has a clam after both stays. I have no doubt that he will be perfectly safe and happy while I am out of town!”
“Remi did a great job caring for Duckie! She had lots of updates and pictures. She took him on a long walk and gave him lots of snuggles. I will definitely be booking with Remi again:)”
“Marina came to my rescue after a last minute change of plans! I’ve worked with Marina before, and my dog absolutely loves her. It gives me such peace of mind to know that my dog will be well cared for while I’m at work.”
“Omg I had so much anxiety leaving him while I had to go to work but Mimi and her pets became quick friends with my pup Frankie. I am so grateful for her watching him while I was gone. Her dog Roxy was so sweet with Frankie too. He already loves goes to her house!”
“Amazing… Michael did a fabulous job caring for my dog, Gizzy, mist the day. First they met and everything went as planned. Thank you Michael for your professionalism and kindness.”
About: We have been with dogs and other animals our whole life and love dogs. Our Shiba Inu, Sami, is our fourth baby. Your pet will get the attention and safety he/she needs and will be treated no different than our own. Our work hours are flexible and we prioritize our walks with our pet so it will be the same as others. Sami gets 2 walks and 3-4 bathroom breaks per day We treat your home with the same care and respect as ours and will follow your instructions very closely as instructed. Typically, bathroom break between 3-4 hours and at least 3 times per day for each dog
“He was so nice trying get my dog use to strangers and he took the time to just sit outside with us and brought his puppy out to play with my puppy they were just running and playing was so cute”
About: Hello, I would love to care for fur baby, a dog or a bunny. I have cared for dogs since I was in middle school (that's a long time past, lol). Through my mom hood and beyond. Friends, family, neighbors, unknown ones have been very happy with my care. I'm looking to care for potty trained, small-ish sized, gentle, loving dogs. I do walk them 3 times a day, for I don't have a fenced area. I don't have any pets myself and no young kids. Your baby would have my full attention ! I also have experience with in-home bunny care. thank you, Deb I am retired so I can spoil your bunny or dog all day long. I have no children at home, so they'll get my full attention. I have no pets and truly miss one to love. I can care for your dog or bunny in my home, and possibly at your home. As long as pet is potty trained no need for a cage if not desired. I am one that loves to care for people and pets.
“Would recommend Gretchen. Received updates and pictures during our dog Nellie's day stay and was flexible with the timing of dropoff/pickup. She has a sweet dog that got along with our's well and Nellie got to walk and explore.”
“Melissa was absolutely awesome taking care of our dog, Finn! She’s so friendly and Finn felt comfortable with her right away. I felt good leaving him in her hands. I definitely recommend her if you need some doggie daycare!”
About: Now offering "budget" visits! Sometimes your cat just needs a litter box refresh and food/water check or medication and doesn't want to interact with a sitter. I get it--one of my cats is like that! Depending on your location, I'm happy to offer a "budget" visit where the necessities will be addressed but in a shorter timeframe. 10 min for $10 or $12 for 15 min visit. Standard cat drop-in visits are $20 for 30 min. To book a budget visit, please book visits as a "regular" visit, and depending on your location and needs, I will approve and adjust your rate accordingly. About Me I've grown up with cats and currently have two senior cats, and our second puppy since December 2023. Rover is my way of helping my kids with an entrepreneurial adventure, especially during the summer. I do some visits solo (or if you request), otherwise I usually have kids with me. They are learning a lot about customer service, pet care, and money in the process. C A T S : Able to host overnight at $35/night. I can give medications including insulin shots, brush teeth, or brush your cat daily or as needed. Litter boxes, beds/perches and water provided. Please provide food your cat thrives on best for their stay. For drop-in cat visits, I will feed whatever food you provide for your cat--wet, raw, kibble, and/or exact portions as needed. Litter boxes will get a thorough sift, and water will be changed. I will do a quick barf/hairball scan of pet zone as so you don't have to come home to unexpected messes. D O G S: Walks can be 30, 45, or 60 minute routes. D R O P - I N V I S I T S : I will let your dog get some fresh air, food, and playtime and petted/brushed. I will also check area dog is staying while you are out for any mischief and messes and clean up as necessary. B O A R D I N G : We are not boarding dogs at this time unless your dog is on our "VIP" dog list. :-) We are able to do drop-in visits and dog walks year round and potentially board based on meet and greet assessment. We can board cats year round. My kids have learned to respect animals and see them as individuals with their own preferences and personalities. For the safety of all in my keep, I only board/daycare animals from one household at a time. All guests are kept in a separate area of the house from my pets.
About: I genuinely do care for animals a lot. I love seeing their little personalities lol. I will do my best to show your pet love and friendliness. 4 repeat pet parents 100% response rate Usually responds in a few minutes 100% bookings with photo updates I'm a retired US Marine. So this is a great way to help some people and animals out. Also a way to make extra money. I will treat each pet with love and care. Your pet will be cared for as if it were my own animal. Can't wait to see you
“Brittany is an awesome dog sitter!! Great communication, knowledgeable about dogs and very friendly. Highly recommend. I hope Moe can go spend a day with her again soon.”
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Joshua H.Star Sitter
“Joshua is awesome with my puppy! His own dogs are great with other dogs and are very patient with my pup. He seems to do well with training too, all positive reinforcement. Very happy with him!”
Renee S.Star Sitter
“Winston comes home from Renee’s house happy and sleepy. Her home and yard are great for a lower-energy dog. She also made sure to update me on his first day, which helped my peace of mind!”
Lindsay R.
“Lindsay is wonderful! She helped organize a meet and greet with our pups so I felt more than comfortable leaving Kirk. Her communication is above and beyond. Kirk came home tired and that is exactly what we needed :)”
Chris & Vashti V.Star Sitter
“I am so thankful because Rufus is excited when we pull up. I get so many pictures and videos and I never worry! I hope Rufus can continue to stay with him.”
Pam P.Star Sitter
“I am so happy I found Pam here in Grand Rapids. I just moved here and needed to get my little guy set up with a doggie sitter. Pam has been wonderful letting Charlie come for two short visits to get comfortable before he stays for a week while I travel for work. Pam sent me regular updates on how Charlie was doing throughout his stays. Charlie has fit right in with the rest of her crew and came home happy has a clam after both stays. I have no doubt that he will be perfectly safe and happy while I am out of town!”
Remi M.
“Remi did a great job caring for Duckie! She had lots of updates and pictures. She took him on a long walk and gave him lots of snuggles. I will definitely be booking with Remi again:)”
Katherine O.
“Katherine was great! She watched our sweet little puppy Maple on short notice. Very kind and communicative - would absolutely have her watch Maple again!”
Melvin B.
“They were so loving and caring to Kyle! He enjoyed them so much! He had lots of fun with the other pups! I will be booking another stay soon.💗”
Marina H.
“Marina came to my rescue after a last minute change of plans! I’ve worked with Marina before, and my dog absolutely loves her. It gives me such peace of mind to know that my dog will be well cared for while I’m at work.”
Mimi P.
“Omg I had so much anxiety leaving him while I had to go to work but Mimi and her pets became quick friends with my pup Frankie. I am so grateful for her watching him while I was gone. Her dog Roxy was so sweet with Frankie too. He already loves goes to her house!”
Michael N.Star Sitter
“Amazing… Michael did a fabulous job caring for my dog, Gizzy, mist the day. First they met and everything went as planned. Thank you Michael for your professionalism and kindness.”
Charles & Casity K.
“The family and all their kids treat their dogs like humans with all the love and care. Sami their dog is super friendly and gets alot with all dogs. Definitely recommend and your dog will get tons of exercise.”
Daniel W.
“He was so nice trying get my dog use to strangers and he took the time to just sit outside with us and brought his puppy out to play with my puppy they were just running and playing was so cute”
Debra V.
“Deb is our go to Dog Sitter. She leaves me at ease knowing she will pay extra attention to our fur baby and take good care of our home as well. We have had Deb stay out our home multiple times and have never had an issue. I know my dog is safe and loved while we are away because she treats our dog and home like it's her own. I would highly recommend Deb for any Rover needs and I can't say enough good things about her.”
Gretchen S.
“Would recommend Gretchen. Received updates and pictures during our dog Nellie's day stay and was flexible with the timing of dropoff/pickup. She has a sweet dog that got along with our's well and Nellie got to walk and explore.”
Melissa R.
“Melissa was absolutely awesome taking care of our dog, Finn! She’s so friendly and Finn felt comfortable with her right away. I felt good leaving him in her hands. I definitely recommend her if you need some doggie daycare!”
Rosalynda Y.
“Communication very good took very good care of my pup couldn’t be happier will be returning”
Suzanne S.Star Sitter
“I have known Suzanne for some years now and she has always struck me as a woman of significant integrity, someone who is a deeply caring, empathetic person who truly wishes to make her neck of the world a better place in whatever she does. I could not think of a better family to fulfill your mission. Any animal would find a wonderful loving home with Suzanne and David. I certainly recommend Suzanne without hesitation.”
DeMario T.
“De’Mario was great at watching my two dogs and cat. He communicated with me daily and sent lots of photos. My dogs fell in love with him as soon as we did a meet and greet. I would re-book with De’Mario in the future!”
Brittany K.
“Brittany is an awesome dog sitter!! Great communication, knowledgeable about dogs and very friendly. Highly recommend. I hope Moe can go spend a day with her again soon.”
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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 Oakdale on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $33 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.
Typically, sitters offering doggy day care on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Oakdale.
Oakdale 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 Oakdale 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
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