Doggy Day Care in Richmond
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1. Andrew C.

“Excellent service and care of my pup Hope. Gave great insight and wisdom on additional care for her. Definitely feel as if she gave her a great start! Would recommend him for sure!”


2. Cheyenne C.

“Cheyenne took wonderful care of our Jax. He had a blast playing with her dogs and made a new friend, Romero. Her kids took to him right away. As labs do, he got muddy and she went over and above by bathing him. She sent frequent pics and videos of him playing. We will definitely use her again if we are in the area again.”


3. Sarah G.

“My pup really enjoyed her stay with Sarah and her boyfriend. They are super responsive, reliable, gave lots of pupdates, spoiled my pup, communicative, and gave off good vibes as good kind people. They were super awesome to be flexible with pickup and drop off times. I was coming from out of town and left my pup with them when I went climbing. I was initially nervous never having met them, but I was quickly reassured by their kind trust worthy vibes. I’d definitely recommend Sarah to anyone, and will definitely be using her service again when I’m back in town !”


4. Amy H.

“Amy is great caring for your pet”


5. Sarah R.

“Sarah was amazing! She sent frequent updates and pictures of Clark and he had the best day with her! Will definitely consider Sarah the next time we need a sitter!”


6. Bailey Y.

“Bailey has watch my puppy during the day for several weeks for me and has done a wonderful job. Communication has always been great. I will continue to use Bailey in the future!”


7. Shelby B.

“Shelby has been fantastic every time I’ve left Tater with her! She always sends pics and videos throughout the day and keeps me updated on how he’s doing!”




8. Casey N.


“We’re so lucky to have Casey looking after our precious little fur baby!! She’s always so attentive, super responsive and takes amazingly cute photos!! She takes really good care of Coco and we just know Coco is gonna have a great time when we drop her off. Highly recommended!!”


9. Racheal L.
“If I could give higher than 5 stars I would! Racheal was absolutely amazing with my babies! She was attentive to my needs, and willing to go above and beyond to give my babies the best care. She was willing to work with us about medications and schedules, as needed. Wonderful job and will absolutely hire her again!”


10. Alicia R.
“Alicia was great with our cats when we went on vacation. Two of them were taking medications daily, and she handled it like a pro. She kept us informed about how they were doing, and sent pictures/videos when we requested it. Anytime that we go out of town, I am reaching out to her first! She is professional, responsible, and loved our babies like they were her own!!”


11. Elena S.

“Elena was great with Korrie! She had the best time!”


12. Keyara H.
“Keyara has been an incredible caregiver for my dog, Luna, and I can’t say enough about how thankful I am for her. From the moment they met, Luna took to her instantly — which says a lot, since she’s usually shy around new people. Keyara quickly learned Luna’s routine, from her favorite walking paths to how she likes her food prepared, and always made sure she felt comfortable, safe, and loved. She sent regular updates, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. Her attention to detail, patience, and genuine love for animals truly set her apart. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my furry family member!”


13. Kayden K.
“Kayden has watched my dog before and did a great job - she’s super caring, gentle, and a very responsible person. She loves animals and is a great candidate to be a caretaker.”


14. Travis C.
About: I will give them the time and attention that they deserve, and if there's any types of training or exercises that need to be done I am willing to learn. My schedule is opened up quite a bit so I'm just doing some doordashing on the side so I'm more than available and capable of spending time with your fur babies. And giving Then the time and attention that they need. I'm also up for meeting beforehand if you need. You just give me all of the requirements of what your fur baby needs and wants are and I will follow any boundaries set for your place or mine.


15. Kailey B.
“Kailey's animals are truly her babies. She has fostered several dogs and treats each one with love and care as if they were her own. I know that Kailey would be excellent as a pet sitter and any pet owner would be lucky to have her caring for their pets.”


16. Mikayla P.
About: Hi! My name is Mikayla. I am brand new to the Rover app so I don’t have many reviews yet. :) here’s what I can tell you: I have loved animals my whole life -big and small. I have to be honest, I especially love dogs. I know first hand how quickly they become family members and steal our hearts. Because they are so important to us all, I will do my best to care for yours however you ask!!! I’ll send you pictures and updates the whole way through- because that’s what I would want from someone ❤️ Whether your dog needs spunky, calm and peaceful, Or straight up bribery to get them to go potty - I’m your gal :) I’m very diligent, trustworthy, and I can’t think of a better job to do than to love on your fur babies. Please give me a shot. I’ll take care of them like they are my own🥰.




17. Lauren C.
“Buckwheat fell in love with Lauren immediately. It's encouraging to know that such an important family member is not only safe when we're out, but in good spirits.”


18. Sarah D.
About: I’m going into my 5th year in the pet caring field. I have been a reliable and trustworthy sitter for friends, family, and colleagues. I also have my own fur baby for over a year now! I’m currently working full time as I finish my last year at EKU! I have a flexible and open schedule that allows me to care for almost anyone’s pet needs! This is a side gig that allows me to broaden my experience as I anticipate to graduate. I live in a beautiful neighborhood that allows for long walks and multiple dog parks less than a mile away! I also have one furry friend to keep them company as well. Please let me know what I can do to make your pets feel at home!


19. Matt H.
“Matt really has a great love and interest for dogs. When he had his last dog, he got it therapy-trained. He has patience and understanding when it comes to dogs. I truly feel he would be a great sitter and walker since he shows so much attention, love, and care.”


20. Alex C.
About: I have taken care of dogs for the last 2 years. My friends and family have all relied on me to walk, feed, and play with their pets! I’m a runner so i love going on runs with dogs or even just playing with them in the yard. I’m currently not employed anywhere, I am a student at EKU but will still be available throughout the week and on weekends while I am on break. I have a really big yard for the puppies to play in! I also have 3 other dogs that are so sweet and trained properly! I have a girl german shepard, a girl chihuahua, and a boy australian shepard!
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Doggy Day Care FAQs
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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 Richmond on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $26 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 Jun 2025, 160 sitters provided doggy day care in Richmond. 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, 85% of Richmond sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Richmond have an average of 17 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Richmond.
Richmond 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 Richmond 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 160 sitters offering doggy day care in Richmond on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Richmond, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
