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“I'm so happy with the service my dog gets while at Day care. Love the pictures and updates every time she's there. Paola and her husband are amazing with all the dogs they care for. Definitely recommend them..”


“Mipha's first time at daycare after her spay, she was so excited to finally get to play with other doggies. Melissa made sure to update with plenty of pictures and videos. She was also very quick in replying to any messages/questions/requests you may have.”


“Glad we found Michael for our Shepsky for a week stay. He took great care of our dog. Updated about our dog well being and just cared like a family member. Michael responds very quickly and would recommend without hesitation.”


“Our pup has enjoyed spending days with Dawn and it is especially nice for us to have a place where she can comfortably interact with young children, as we don’t have that opportunity to offer her at home. Dawn also has a great fenced in backyard with lots of interesting things to smell and ways to run around and work off energy, which is great for both our pup and for us when we pick her up and know that she’s had a fun filled active day!”


“Meli took such great care of my fur baby! From the moment I was in touch with Meli, I felt safe and excited about the opportunity to have Ollie spend the day with her and her pup Nina. She was warm and assuring, and very quick to respond to messages! When I met Meli in person to drop Ollie off, I was happy to find such a friendly and kind person in real life, too! She sent me photos and updates throughout the 6 hours that Ollie was with her for “day care” (without me even needing to ask!) and I could tell he was having fun and being taken care of so well! I would absolutely recommend Meli and would love to have Ollie stay with her again if we need a sitter in Bloomington. Thanks Meli! ?”


“Melanie watched my 4 year old Australian Shepherd, Sadie on a moment notice. Her friendly snd inviting personality made it easy to trust her care. She gave us picture and text updates on Sadie so we knew she was doing just fine. I would highly recommend to a friend and I plan to use Melanie in the future for dog sitting. Thank you so much for all that you do!”


About: My husband and I have cared for and trained our own dogs since we were kids, sometimes as many as 4 dogs at once. Our beloved dogs Blue & Holly (both weimaraners) died two and one year ago and we find ourselves missing them both so much. We would love to host or walk your dog and give them the same love and attention we gave our Blue & Holly. We currently have 10 acres of land with numerous dog-friendly trails for lots of walking, sniffing, and exercise! Axel works from home and our family is also home most of the day and our boys are homeschooled so we have flexible schedules during school hours, most times after 8am. We may be able to be more flexible, so please let us know! For visits/walking: We are able to fit in whatever your pup needs. From walks (including small amount of training, if desired) to playing in your house or yard, to simple affection. Depending on the time or scenario, we may be able to go running with your pooch a few times a week. We love dogs! We have a large backyard and also go on at least two long dog walks per day. Dogs can snuggle in the house or play in the backyard throughout the day. We have 5 kids who have experience with large dogs and are eager to meet your pup. Please, only dogs that are good with children and other dogs.

“Me and my dog love Dayana, this was my first time with a dog sitter and was perfect, I enjoyed my day so my dog who went straight to bed after a full activity day, definitely booking with her again.”


About: Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. With a lifelong passion for animals, I enjoy nurturing dogs and caring for their needs. My experience includes senior dogs and those requiring medication administration. I am eager to provide a comfortable and caring home for your beloved pup! 🐾 I work from home on the weekdays, so I’m able to remain attentive for your doggo throughout the day. If your dog sticks to a routine just let me know and I will be happy to make them feel at home. I live in a large multi room apartment with a grassy back yard. There are no other pets in the home so my attention will be focused on your fur baby. My situation is good for those with anxious dogs who want a quiet but playful environment. I am familiar with observing animal behavior and making sure they feel safe. There is a one floor walk up leading to my home, so I just ask that your dog is comfortable with stairs (or small enough to be carried).


“My dog was in great hands with Vicky! Very easy to schedule and coordinate with, and Rosie seems to have had a great time. I would definitely trust her to take care of Rosie anytime!”


About: Since I was 4, I've been caring for all kinds of animals, especially dogs. At one time as a kid, we had 4 Great Danes! I've had mixed breeds and purebreds, athletes and couch potatoes, puppies, seniors, and special needs. I've also trained them although I've never been certified. Something common that friends say after their dog has spent a week or more with me is "how come my dog is now better behaved?" Your neighborhood or mine, the local park, the dog park, or on dog friendly trails. One dog or many. Having had all kinds of pets, including a 23 year old cat who required daily fluids and Miralax because of kidney failure and old cat dry colon, a dog that suffered seizures, and others. I even had a big 7 pound black and white adult rabbit that I found dumped in the state forest; she was litter box trained, had the run of the house, used the big dog crate as her private home, and would take turns playing chasing the 93 pound dog. I've just always seemed to understand them and vice versa. I even enjoy caring for dogs that are hyper! Just let me know first in case I've got low energy dogs with me. I work remotely, set my schedule, and nothing makes me happier that being with and doing things with dogs. Dog park? Trails? Sure, if your beast is up for it. Play dates? Why not! Up for playing with my dog who is vaccinated for probably everything or wants to chase and be chased? Not a problem. Special needs or a senior? Just let me know. I have a fenced yard and a happy, boisterous 5 year old, 57 pound dog who adjusts his play style to what other dogs like. If he's too much for your dog, he takes correction from them, no problem, or I can put them in different places. He even lets little dogs beat him up without protest and if your dog likes rough play, he'll accomodate. He's happy and loves people and dogs. He has zero resource guarding issues; if your's does, he'll give them space.

“Paul kept our Blue Heeler "Jake". Paul has a great setup for dogs at his home on a quiet street in Lancaster, MA. Separate fenced in areas for different sizes of dogs, plus interior rooms where the dogs can play or lounge around in Air conditioning. Highly recommend Paul. Thanks for taking care of our Jake!”


About: I have been pet sitting for over 15 years, I’m very passionate about all kind of pets & animals, I have had pets since a very young age, you can think of a pet & I will already Been an owner for, I had Dogs, Cats, birds, rabbits, fish & pigeons, I have been blessed by being raised in a family that love animals & allowed me to raise & live with different pets, Currently I have 4 parakeets, I’m reliable, Clean, and I have hight attention to details & I care for pets with love, the families I worked for pet sitting love me because their pets is always kept happy and safe, my wife who also love pets is home everyday as she works from home so our schedule is flexible, I take care of all pets as if they are my own. Your babies will not feel like they are a lone as I will make sure they are feeling same way as it’s their own home, I feed them, walk them & play with them, I have a nice backyard which we can play in. I’m ready to take care of your pet whatever their kind is, your babies is my babies. I have flexible work hours & my wife works from home so we are available all day, I also have availability during Holiday times and also on weekends I care for pets at the warmness of my home, I feed them, take them for a walk, play with them, and keep them clean.

About: My whole life as long as I remember I was the biggest pet lover. I had my own pets and I’ve taken care and walked the dogs of my neighborhood. I just love them. I work part time, which gives me a lot of time to do my favorite thing: pet sitting!!! I work part time and have a lot of time for my favorite hobby which is caring for these lovely creatures. I have a fenced in yard and I love walking in the woods with the doggies. I have a fenced in yard and I walk the dogs three times a day. My 2 lovely dogs will keep your dogs company. I will make sure they are spoiled.

About: Growing up I begged to be an animal household! We had fish, Guinea pigs, turtles, iguanas, snakes, cats and dogs. I currently care for cats and dogs and enjoy visiting farms and being with all kinds of animals. I am flexible and can care for your pet when you need. I stay at home and volunteer in the community while caring for my family. I can walk your dogs or maybe cats or ferrets if that’s what you want, I enjoy hiking the woods and often like spotting things to forage and I would be so happy to have a buddy with me! I have plenty of time to play, I am very flexible and we can practice our tricks together and learn some new ones too! Do you need someone to care for your pet when you’re on vacation, I am your girl. You name it!

“Once again, Joy didn’t want to leave! She thinks visiting at Swetha’s is Doggy Disney. I had something come up at the last minute and Swetha was very understanding and accommodating. Thank again for taking such great care of Joy!”


About: I’m a full-time pet sitter with a 5-star rating and happy clients across Rover and other apps! I treat every pet like my own and take the time to learn their personality to keep them happy, comfortable, and cared for. Because your pets comfort and safety is what matters most! :) My name’s Jayliana, and I’ve got 9+ years of experience with dogs, cats, and reptiles. I’m currently a trusted sitter for four amazing families, have a kitty of my own, and previously worked at Petco caring for a variety of animals! I’m also currently completing CPR and First Aid training for pets, and I have experience with giving medication when needed. A day with me includes: – Lots of cuddles and attention – Walks, hikes, and park time – Cleaning up as I go – Picture/video updates for peace of mind I’m available for last-minute bookings, extended stays, and overnight care. Reach out anytime—I’d love to meet your furry (or scaly) friend! I work for myself and make my own hours so any day would be perfect for any animal care, there’s always time for a fur baby :) I am currently enrolled in CPR and first aid classes for pets and ALWAYS bring first aid kits to be safe, along with snacks depending on the animal, and sometimes toys!

About: Hi! I have walked dogs ranging from big to small, staying overnight with dogs & cats sometimes even for multiple days, administered medicine to cats who are either sick or older, taken pets to the vet. I love animals and I talk to them gently and give them lots of attention. I have a nice yard for if your dog comes over either for daycare or overnight and the area I live in has many different opportunities for fun walks. I also can come over to feed or play with your cat. I'm open to taking care of other pets too except for fish. I grew up with a beagle, taking him on walks, watching him when my parents would go on vacation, he lived until he was 14 years old. I then had a senior beagle/Boston terrier mix that I took care of for a couple years after his previous owner got too old to handle him. Now my family has a Chihuahua mix, and I walk and baby sit her all the time. I have a cat of my own. I have babysat my neighbor's cats, and my best friend's cat multiple times, even staying in their homes to give their pet the most attention possible. Please feel free to ask me questions. The only request I have is you let me know if your dog has any aggressive tendencies so that I am not caught off guard. I usually do meet and greets so we can talk in person and I can meet your pet and understand all their specific needs. My schedule is pretty flexible at the moment. I have marked on my calendar days I'm traveling or unavailable but the days I have open timing is not difficult for me. When I babysit I feed them regularly, take them out on walks approximately every 2 - 3 hours. I play games with them and talk very sweet to them and pet them if they like that. I have babysit both cats and dogs and will do meet and greets if that will make your pet more comfortable. I have also taken care of an elderly Mastiff, as well as helped train a puppy Malanois. In terms of areas I go to regularly Somerville, Medford, and Winchester are the three preferred places to go. I also sometimes dog sit in Cambridge.
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Paola M.


“I'm so happy with the service my dog gets while at Day care. Love the pictures and updates every time she's there. Paola and her husband are amazing with all the dogs they care for. Definitely recommend them..”


Melissa O.

“Mipha's first time at daycare after her spay, she was so excited to finally get to play with other doggies. Melissa made sure to update with plenty of pictures and videos. She was also very quick in replying to any messages/questions/requests you may have.”


Michael B.
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“Glad we found Michael for our Shepsky for a week stay. He took great care of our dog. Updated about our dog well being and just cared like a family member. Michael responds very quickly and would recommend without hesitation.”


Dawn P.Star Sitter

“Our pup has enjoyed spending days with Dawn and it is especially nice for us to have a place where she can comfortably interact with young children, as we don’t have that opportunity to offer her at home. Dawn also has a great fenced in backyard with lots of interesting things to smell and ways to run around and work off energy, which is great for both our pup and for us when we pick her up and know that she’s had a fun filled active day!”


Emily & Matthew S.Star Sitter

“Wonderful couple, very clean home- so caring and thoughtful; clearly love dogs very much- Delta had a great first day with Matthew, so glad to have found them.”


Meli J.Star Sitter
“Meli took such great care of my fur baby! From the moment I was in touch with Meli, I felt safe and excited about the opportunity to have Ollie spend the day with her and her pup Nina. She was warm and assuring, and very quick to respond to messages! When I met Meli in person to drop Ollie off, I was happy to find such a friendly and kind person in real life, too! She sent me photos and updates throughout the 6 hours that Ollie was with her for “day care” (without me even needing to ask!) and I could tell he was having fun and being taken care of so well! I would absolutely recommend Meli and would love to have Ollie stay with her again if we need a sitter in Bloomington. Thanks Meli! ?”




Melanie M.

“Melanie watched my 4 year old Australian Shepherd, Sadie on a moment notice. Her friendly snd inviting personality made it easy to trust her care. She gave us picture and text updates on Sadie so we knew she was doing just fine. I would highly recommend to a friend and I plan to use Melanie in the future for dog sitting. Thank you so much for all that you do!”


Melissa & Axel W.
About: My husband and I have cared for and trained our own dogs since we were kids, sometimes as many as 4 dogs at once. Our beloved dogs Blue & Holly (both weimaraners) died two and one year ago and we find ourselves missing them both so much. We would love to host or walk your dog and give them the same love and attention we gave our Blue & Holly. We currently have 10 acres of land with numerous dog-friendly trails for lots of walking, sniffing, and exercise! Axel works from home and our family is also home most of the day and our boys are homeschooled so we have flexible schedules during school hours, most times after 8am. We may be able to be more flexible, so please let us know! For visits/walking: We are able to fit in whatever your pup needs. From walks (including small amount of training, if desired) to playing in your house or yard, to simple affection. Depending on the time or scenario, we may be able to go running with your pooch a few times a week. We love dogs! We have a large backyard and also go on at least two long dog walks per day. Dogs can snuggle in the house or play in the backyard throughout the day. We have 5 kids who have experience with large dogs and are eager to meet your pup. Please, only dogs that are good with children and other dogs.


Dayana C.Star Sitter

“Me and my dog love Dayana, this was my first time with a dog sitter and was perfect, I enjoyed my day so my dog who went straight to bed after a full activity day, definitely booking with her again.”


Lauren H.
“Lauren took care of Rita while I was away on a weekend trip. Rita is my senior Chihuahua with diabetes and Cushing's disease, requiring extra medication and closer attention than a typical senior dog. Because of this, I’m very selective about who I trust to watch her. Lauren went above and beyond to meet Rita’s needs. She was timely in administering Rita’s medication, gave her plenty of affection, and took her on many walks. I also received frequent pictures and updates throughout my trip, giving me peace of mind that Rita was in great hands. I fully trust Lauren to watch Rita again and highly recommend her for any pet-sitting needs.”




Victoria S.Star Sitter

“My dog was in great hands with Vicky! Very easy to schedule and coordinate with, and Rosie seems to have had a great time. I would definitely trust her to take care of Rosie anytime!”


Lee J.
“Lee is a big-time animal lover! He has taken care of my dogs for over 20 years. He also helped me learn about and care for my pet rabbit that I found abandoned in a sealed box in the woods. He intuitively knows how to befriend and care for animals based on their unique personalities. I know this because we have had some animals with very unique personalities! Lee is a friendly guy and a good communicator. I totally trust him with my fur babies!”


paul d.Star Sitter

“Paul kept our Blue Heeler "Jake". Paul has a great setup for dogs at his home on a quiet street in Lancaster, MA. Separate fenced in areas for different sizes of dogs, plus interior rooms where the dogs can play or lounge around in Air conditioning. Highly recommend Paul. Thanks for taking care of our Jake!”


Peter K.
“Peter is so good with pets, he has a passion towards all kind of animals, I have trusted him as a friend to take care of my great dane before & to also help watching my birds when I was travelling, my babies always come home happy & when I bring them to him they are excited & happy, when I pick them up I can tell that he has been taking such a great care of them & they are in a great condition, he gave my great dane a shower & kept the birds cage so clean.”


Jacquie A.
“Jacquie, my mom, is a kind and reliable person. Her lifelong love for dogs shows her caring nature. She’s spent decades looking after our family’s dogs, always attentive to their needs and keeping them happy. Her patience and commitment stand out. I highly recommend her!”


Danielle R.
About: Growing up I begged to be an animal household! We had fish, Guinea pigs, turtles, iguanas, snakes, cats and dogs. I currently care for cats and dogs and enjoy visiting farms and being with all kinds of animals. I am flexible and can care for your pet when you need. I stay at home and volunteer in the community while caring for my family. I can walk your dogs or maybe cats or ferrets if that’s what you want, I enjoy hiking the woods and often like spotting things to forage and I would be so happy to have a buddy with me! I have plenty of time to play, I am very flexible and we can practice our tricks together and learn some new ones too! Do you need someone to care for your pet when you’re on vacation, I am your girl. You name it!


Swetha K.

“Once again, Joy didn’t want to leave! She thinks visiting at Swetha’s is Doggy Disney. I had something come up at the last minute and Swetha was very understanding and accommodating. Thank again for taking such great care of Joy!”


Jayliana S.
“Jayliana took good care of my cat JJ. She brought treats and toys for him, my cat JJ is pretty shy and doesn’t like new faces but he loves her!”


Jasmine J.
“Jasmine is passionate about animals to her core. She's the type of person who will say hello to the dog as she enters the front door, and then only after it's clear the dog is satisfied will then say hello to the clearly inferior human-being. She owns a cat whom she cares for as if he were her own child, has had many dogs beforehand, and pet-sat for many people. You can be rest assured that your pet is in good, caring hands and they will never be bored!”


Brenda B.


“Brenda took such special care of my dog. She treated her like part of her household. Trixie had a delightful playdate with her sweet little dog.”
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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 Sterling on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 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, 450 sitters provided doggy day care in Sterling. 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, 87% of Sterling sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Sterling have an average of 17 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Sterling.
Sterling 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 Sterling 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 450 sitters offering doggy day care in Sterling on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Sterling, 88% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
