Doggy Day Care in Shady Side
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“Alex Z. was amazing! Very loving and caring while dog sitting for my 3 month old puppy. Her pets were loving and playful also. She took lots of pics and kept me updated with his activities throughout the day. Will definitely request her services again.”
“I am so lucky to have found Mia to provide daily dogcare for my puppy. She is professional, caring, and has superb communication skills. I love that I can rest easy knowing my baby is in excellent hands.”
“Let me just say Diana is awesome!!! She’s very responsive and took great care of our Ms Kenzie for 9 days . She provided updates and pictures throughout Kenzie’s stay and treated her like family. Our puppy decided to get in heat on day 2 or 3 but Diana handled it like the pro she is as we were concerned that it occurred while we were away. Diana had extra diapers and made sure she was comfortable. We were very appreciative of Diana’s attentiveness, love and care of our pooch and HIGHLY RECOMMEND Diana! Thank you so much Diana!!!!”
About: I’ve had my knee replaced which has slowed me down a tad but also allows me be to home all the time. We recently lost our old boy (dog of 12 years) and while my cats have helped me to survive, I have so much more love to give! For now I want to spend time with others’ dogs to help fill the whole in my heart. I genuinely want to make every animal a friend of mine! I will always lead with love, care and respect. I work from home already which is usually stuff I take care of in the evenings anyway but I have the time, love and space to accommodate your furry family members. We currently have three lovable cats and one old dog that we recently took in. The cats have been around lots of animals and just want love. The dog struggles to move around too much so keeps to himself mostly. We have a big open area indoors for them and lots of yard as well.
About: I work from home full time on a flexible schedule, so I am able to engage with the pups throughout the day. I’ve also grown up with dogs throughout my life - poodles, Dobermans, hounds, and german shepherds. I now have a Staffordshire Terrier who is 8 years old. Large breeds do not scare me and I understand how to be gently dominant. I prefer treat-based training, but understand their can be other needs on occasion. However, I am firmly against shock collars and will not use them. The longest that I have boarded another dog was for six weeks - a Golden Retriever. I regularly board my Mom’s two dogs who are German Shepherds and my brother’s who is a pit mix. I genuinely enjoy both puppies and dogs and gain energy from them. I work from home, so it is genuinely easy. I also have a large fenced in yard with a large deck, plants, and a coi pond which is nice for dogs. I have a large fenced in yard and do prefer to crate larger animals at night. I also have a large guest bedroom for animals to relax in with their beds.
“Andy was terrific from the start of the booking until we picked up Cali. He communicated well and was very accommodating. We lived the pictures he sent and it was so nice to know that Cali was so well taken care of while we enjoyed a day at the Annapolis Boat Show. We would definitely entrust the care of our fur baby to him again!”
“Laura was great with my 5 month old puppy. She was sincere and patient. My puppy did not go to the bathroom on his normal schedule due to the new surrounding, and Laura was patient to take him out often so that he eventually did his business. I felt comfortable to leave Coco with her as she responded to me immediately. I would leave Coco with Laura, if I ever need her service again.”
“Amy was amazing!! Our pups got to watch the bowl game from her front window, play in the backyard, and even got a special treat that she made. We felt very safe leaving them with her and she even had a call with us to make sure she understood the needs of both dogs before we were even in town. She also sent pics throughout the evening to show us how they were doing. We will definitely be reaching out again the next time we are in town!”
“Kelly, Bryan, and Korey are amazing! They sent such great photos and were super flexible with us. My puppy clearly had a great time. I will gladly book with them again, and I think my dog would be glad too. Couldn't be happier.”
“Elaine welcomed my Ziggy with open arms and heart. She is warm, friendly, loves dogs and treats them like family. Since being attacked by another dog at a dog park Ziggy has been anxious and nervous in different situations. When I returned I found a happy, smiling pup, which spoke volumes for his care with Elaine. I feel like I found a new family member who loves dogs as much as myself and shows Ziggy the kind of love to feel safe at home with her. Thanks Elaine”
About: I'm a very energetic person so I will always play with the pets and I'm always making sure they are well looked after. I have taken care of plenty of pets aging from young puppies and kittens to older. When taking care of cats I have plenty of toys and things for them to climb on. I have also taken care of pets that have special needs. Like diabetics and other things. I know how to give medications oral and in shot form. Special skills would be probably that I can keep up with any animal and I love all of them. They put a smile on my face. And I love seeing owners with the same smiles. It warms my heart every day. ? I'm usually free most of the day and love cuddles and walking with the pups and kitties. So scheduling will be easy and always available. I have a fenced in yard and a dog and cat that love others. We can play and go for walks. Also tons of activities to do.
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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 Shady Side on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $35 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 Nov 2025, 867 sitters provided doggy day care in Shady Side. 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, 89% of Shady Side sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Shady Side have an average of 15 years of experience. 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 Shady Side.
Shady Side 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 Shady Side 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 867 sitters offering doggy day care in Shady Side on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Shady Side, 99% of sitters offer daily exercise, 99% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
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