Doggy Day Care in Research Park, Irvine, CA
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Top rated Research Park doggy day care sitters
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: I have been pet sitting for family and friends for years. I will always treat your pets as if they were my own fur babies. I know how scary it can be for them to have their owner away. As a pet owner myself, I know what it feels like to miss them when I’m away, so i would be happy to provide as many photos as possible, to help ease your time apart. I am currently working part time, so my schedule is pretty flexible at the moment. Available to do drops in and overnight stays as needed. By giving them the love and attention they require while their owner is away. Will be able to administer any medications or special foods they may need.
“Thomas was super accommodating and very friendly! He sent pictures through my pup’s stay and ensured my dog was well taken care of. I was coming from out of town but would come to him again when I’m back in the area!”
“Kristina is the best! She took great care of our dog Biscuit and sent frequent updates with photos. It’s so important to know that your pet is in good hands when you’re away. Kristina definitely made us feel secure and we wouldn’t hesitate to use her again!”
About: I’m a full-time work-from-home dog mom to my 2.5-year-old golden retriever, Goose, who loves meeting new friends. I can offer your pet constant companionship, regular potty breaks, and walks throughout the day. I’ve raised Goose since he was 12 weeks old, have over 5 years of pet-sitting experience, and grew up with cats. I can administer medications, follow detailed care instructions, and make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and part of the family from the moment they arrive. Pet care is naturally woven into my everyday life—I already spend my days walking, playing with, and caring for Goose. Working from home gives me the flexibility to provide frequent potty breaks, mid-day walks, and plenty of playtime. Whether it’s a quick cuddle, a mental-stimulating game, or an extra walk to burn energy, I can easily adjust my day to meet each pet’s needs. In my home, pets are treated like family. Dogs have access to a secure balcony for fresh air and are allowed on the bed for snuggles, but not on other furniture. We follow a no human-food policy to keep pets safe. I stick closely to your feeding, exercise, and medication schedule, ensuring your dog feels comfortable and confident in their surroundings. Goose is extremely friendly with other dogs and fascinated (but gentle) with cats; if needed, I can separate spaces to keep everyone relaxed.
“We are so grateful for Karla! She responded within an hour of us reaching out after arriving in town and kindly accommodated our pup Benny last minute. She took such great care of him, sent us adorable pictures, and even let him play with her sweet dog. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was happy and cared for while we were in town for our daughter’s soccer tournament. We feel so lucky to have found Karla and would absolutely recommend her!”
“Lisa was great with our 4.5 month old puppy! She took him on multiple walks and sent us photo updates throughout the day. We would book again next time we need dog sitting.”
“My husband and I are so happy we left our beloved dog Nimko with Dan. He put as at ease the moment we met. We occasionally go to Irvine for work, and we will definitely leave him with Dan again. He's a wonderful person.”
“I have a rescue dog, Audrey, with really bad separation anxiety. She howls, cries, and barks when I’m not around. Morgan is amazing!! Super friendly. Great communication. Amazing with pets!! This was the first time I’ve ever used this app and the first time I’ve ever used a sitter for my dog. Morgan sent me pictures and videos of my dog playing with her dog. She up dated me on how everything was going. I never needed to ask how things were going because she was on top of it and had already sent me some info with pictures etc. All day I was so happy knowing my dog was having fun and in good hands. I will definitely use Morgan again. I highly recommend her!!! You won’t regret it.”
About: I’m a dog lover and have had a pet in my home since I was born. We have a rescue chihuahua mix that lives back home with my parents in Illinois, and I recently provided daily care for a friend’s 3-month-old puppy for a few months. I’m active and love to have a furry friend with me on walks! I work remotely so my schedule is flexible most days. Most available during lunch hours or late afternoons! My weekends are flexible, so any time should work. I’m cautious and understand that dogs, especially puppies, can quickly get into just about anything and need constant attention! My parent’s dog is reactive, so I know how to handle dogs that need to stay away from others for their safety.
About: Over the years, I have accumulated extensive experience in dog care. I know how to interact gently with timid or elderly dogs and can carefully observe their emotions and health, ensuring they feel safe and cared for while their owners are away. I currently provide pet care full-time, so I have a very flexible schedule and can give your dogs plenty of attention throughout the day. I’m available for boarding, daycare, walks, and drop-in visits on both weekdays and weekends. Pet care is my main focus, and I make sure every pup receives consistent exercise, playtime, and companionship while they are with me. I provide pet care full-time, which allows me to give your dogs plenty of attention and companionship throughout the day. I live in an apartment close to a beautiful community park, so I take dogs out regularly for walks, playtime, and potty breaks. I’m available on both weekdays and weekends for boarding, daycare, walks, and drop-in visits, and I make sure every pup stays active, happy, and well cared for in my daily routine.
“Nichole was amazing! It was our pup’s first time with her, and she sent pics and videos throughout the stay. Trooper loved her and is looking forward to his next stay. We can’t recommend Nicole enough!”
“Kellie is such a sweetheart and was amazing with our puppy. She sent cute photos and videos throughout the stay showing their time together and was super understanding of his clinginess— we will definitely be booking with her again!”
About: I have been taking care of all kinds of dogs from a very young age. I grew up with a Labrador retriever and am the biggest dog lover there is! I now have a golden retriever with lots of energy and a miniature pinscher dachshund mix who is blind. I can care for your baby of any size, age and energy level. I am currently a student at UCI and have class two days a week, so I’m quite flexible with my schedule and availability. I live down the street from a big open park that I love to walk to. I live in a gated apartment complex that has dog areas, but also live close to many community parks. I am very accommodating to any request you may have.
About: I grew up with pets and have enjoyed every minute of the last 11 years of raising and taking care of our dog Jilly. I work from home and will provide great care for your dog as well as providing some canine companionship! I'll ensure your dog is fed, gets outside and walking time in 3x daily and has a comfy night's sleep. I work from home and will provide great care for your dog as well as providing some canine companionship! I'll ensure your dog is fed, gets outside and walking time in 3x daily and has a comfy night's sleep. I live in gated community with a patio off the back of my townhome. I'll ensure your dog gets outside time to enjoy the nice weather 3x daily.
“I was quite nervous about leaving my 5 month old Shih Tzu, Tux for the first time, he has only ever been with my partner and I so quite naturally he very nervous upon arrival. However, Avancon and his gracious partner went above and beyond to make him comfortable...I mean, ABOVE and BEYOND!. From hand feeding him his food (wet food!!!!!) to gentle engagement that slowly calmed his nerves and allowed him to relax. I also received frequent updates and pics which I really appreciated, the great communication enabled me to have a worry free, productive work day. Words cannot express my true appreciation, I highly recommend this household for anyone with a puppy who they want to feel seen and loved.”
“Monica was absolutely amazing with my dog. This was my first time leaving her with another person & the constant communication with messages & photos really brought me a peace of mind. She also gave me some leash training trips that we have been consistent working on & improving! I will definitely be using her services again ❤️”
“I couldn’t be happier with the care my dog received! From the moment we dropped him off, it was clear he was in safe, loving hands. Our sitter was incredibly attentive, patient, and treated him like part of the family. We got regular updates, photos, and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. My dog came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. It’s not easy to trust someone with your fur baby, but I feel completely confident with this sitter and will definitely book again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a responsible, kind, and reliable dog sitter! 🐶❤️”
“Kiki had an absolute blast with Nathan, Paula, and their adorable daughters during her stay! It was so nice seeing the photos of Kiki having a blast with the family throughout the day—whether it was playing at the beach or curling up on the couch for some snuggles. Thanks to Nathan and Paula’s care and attention, I was able to fully enjoy my time at Disneyland. I will definitely be trusting them with Kiki next time I’m in the area!”
Research Park dog parents share their Rover experiences
Lisa was super wonderful with my two year old pup Flour! We did a meet and greet first to get everyone comfortable ahead of the first scheduled daycare. Lisa provided a detailed summary after pick-up and provided updates and photos throughout the day. She seems very experienced with animals and I appreciated her attentiveness and care. I will definitely re-book with Lisa and would highly recommend her to anyone!
Alexandra is a lovely lady and a wonderful dog sitter! Her communication and responsiveness is exactly what you want as a pet parent. Our pup took to her instantly and had no hesitation as they walked away from us to begin their ‘play date’. Alexandra’s pup Loki was very welcoming as well, and the two of them played like besties right away. I greatly appreciated all of Alexandra’s texts, videos and pics which completely reassured me that Cesca was in great care and having a terrific time. Both pups had such happy faces… that says it all!!
Karla and Armen(sp) were great! It was Tony’s first visit and they did everything to put me ,the anxious fur mom at peace. lol Zara is sweet and easy to get along with. I’m super thankful to have found them and we hope to visit with them again soon:). They are a new addition to our rover family:)
Meagan and Jason were very accommodating to our senior pup Bandit’s needs during his daycare visit. We had a nice meet and greet prior, they asked all the right questions and had a friendly and relaxed vibe. We appreciated all the updates during his stay, and we know Bandit was in great hands. Will not hesitate to book again 🙂
Damariz took great care of my foster pups and kept them entertained all day so I could have a party without my guests being growled at. lol. They’re still adjusting. But Damariz and her sister were so good with them, 15 minutes in, the grumpy man was cuddling with her. They came home super happy. Thanks so much Damariz
Baining was a fantastic doggy day care sitter. My wife and I needed a sitter for the day while we hosted an event at our home. Baining was very attentive and remained in consistent contact with me throughout the day. She took our two pugs on walks. She asked questions if something was not clear. She also took lots of pictures and videos of our dogs. I highly recommend her if you are looking for top notch and quality care.
Kendall was so awesome in helping me out on a day my sitter fell through for my pup. You can tell she loved dogs and I felt super comforted knowing she was with someone who just likes being around animals. She has such a calm soothing voice which my pup immediately felt okay with.
Yu-ling was responsive, kind, and provided frequent updates. I was so in a pickle because my dog has very bad separation anxiety (cannot be left alone) and also got a respiratory infection from a previous sitter (cannot be around other dogs). Yu-ling came to the rescue! She took great care of Max and he didn’t whine when he normally is sad to be away from Mom. I was so relieved he had a good time with her! Would definitely book with her again!
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The median cost per day for doggy day care in Research Park is $50
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Sitters in Research Park average 2 repeat doggy day care clients
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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 Research Park on Rover as of Feb 2026 was about $50 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 80% of Research Park sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Research Park have an average of 15 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 2 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 Research Park.
Research Park 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 Research Park 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
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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