Doggy Day Care Universal City
Drop off your dog at your sitter's home in the morning, and pick them up in the evening.
Over 272 pet parents in Universal City have booked doggy day care
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“My pup had a lovely time with Nancy and her pack of 3 small dogs! We did a thorough Meet & Greet, introducing the dogs on a brief walk, seeing her home, and going through my dog’s routine and preferences. On the first day of dog sitting, Nancy sent me regular updates of everyone going on plenty of walks and getting along. I appreciated Nancy’s dedication as a dog lover and the thoughtful questions she asked to make my pup comfortable in her home 💜”
“I traveled to Burbank for a work event and needed a sitter for Missy on very short notice—less than 24 hours. Jose responded immediately and communicated so clearly throughout the process. On the day of the appointment, I ended up running an hour late, but he was incredibly accommodating and flexible with the schedule. He kept me updated by sending photos of Missy, which gave me peace of mind. When I’m back in LA, I’ll absolutely have Jose watch Missy again—I could tell she enjoyed her time with him too! Thank you so much, Daisy and Jose!”
“Amazing care for our two pups!! Elena was super responsive and understanding, even for our last-minute request. We needed doggy day care while we visited Universal Studios, as our hotel didn’t allow dogs to be left unattended in the room. We road-tripped down from Seattle (with our 2 dogs & 2 kiddos) and camped along the way, which left us a little frazzled and haggard... Elena was very empathetic and caring, despite my lack of proper research, planning, and punctuality.. lol Probably should’ve looked into things a bit more in-depth about the hotel pet policy beforehand, but I am incredibly grateful that Elena was able to take the pups while we visited the parks for a couple days. She was very tolerant, observant, and nurturing with our two pets, and I think they had a great time… even though they aren’t the best-trained dogs. We have a 4-year-old sassy chihuahua-heeler mix, and a 1.25-year-old Malinois-cattle dog mix. They are sweet girls, but have a strange dynamic. Elena took them in stride and handled them with care, as if they were her own. 10/10!! Couldn’t have asked for a better pet-sitter in our time of need. Thank you so much, Elena!!”
“As always, peanut had an excellent time. They did a great job with dealing with her lower energy level today and gave her the space and alone time she needed.”
About: Trusting someone with your family member is an important decision. My #1 priority is to make sure you and your pet are relaxed and at ease. I am a great communicator and have excellent relationships with my clients, so that I can always stay on top of your pets needs. I am also experienced with puppies, (especially Corgis and Goldens) as well as elderly pets. I would love the opportunity to meet you and your pet to see if I am a good fit. I have full availability - mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends. I have some regular clients but I am also good in a pinch and can usually accommodate last minute requests. As mentioned, I will treat your pet like I would my own, always making sure that they are well taken care of -- I can provide a relaxed atmosphere or engage in play time. Everything is personalized to your pets needs. I also board/pet sit small to medium dogs and cats in my home - day care, overnights or vacations.
“We love Kieran and Marty! Kieran is always a great communicator and so sweet. Our dog is always in great hands & we always feel as ease when Kieran is taking care of our sweet Houdini. ❤️”
“Areli is simply the best! Nami loves getting to spend time with her. She is also super understanding and flexible with scheduling. My partner and I got stuck in some pretty bad traffic causing us to be late for her pickup but Areli was super understanding. 100% recommend”
“Kathleen was exceptional! Communicated early and often and was very accommodating and flexible. She definitely knows her dogs and has a lot of experience caring for all types of breeds and dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Will absolutely use her as my “go to” from now on!”
“Jodie was welcoming of Kona and me. She has a lovely house and a large, beautiful back yard. This was Kona's first doggie day care, so she was nervous. Jodie sent pictures throughout the day and Kona seemed to be having a great time.”
“I was really nervous to leave my dog because it was his first time and he’s usually very scared of people. But she did an amazing job he had so much fun, felt completely relaxed at her place, and she took such good care of him. I highly recommend her a thousand times!”
“Tyler took great care of our high energy pup for two days while we were visiting LA. He was receptive to instructions and communicated with us promptly and efficiently. This gave us a peace of mind to go about our activities. Even though we were anxious and missing pup, we felt good knowing he was with Tyler. We would love to book with you again next time!! Thanks!!”
“Thank you Claudia!!! We had another Rover sitter cancel our booking last minute and that put us in a stressful situation. Thankfully Claudia (and her husband Andrew) were available and only five minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood. You saved the day, and we had no worries leaving our Mini Schnauzer Stix with you. Would absolutely have you watch him again. . . . thanks again.”
“We dropped off Milo today, a 10-week-old golden retriever, at Nicole’s Doggy Day Care from 7:45 am to 2:45 pm. Nicole cared for him, and Milo was happy. Nicole also sent us plenty of pictures to keep us updated on Milo’s activities during his stay at the daycare. It was our first time leaving Milo there, and we plan to use their services again. Thank you, Nicole.”
“Wendy has watched my dog prior to her Rover profile many times and is the absolute best! She keeps an eye on my pup and follows the care instructions i have for him, since he has a good amount of medical issues. Her dogs are a great perk to the stay as they are so friendly! Looking forward to booking again :)”
“I had my doubts at first because we saw other hosts with more reviews that would be the first logical option, however, I had a hunch about Vanessa and now I understand why. She is super sweet and Tiny even went back to say goodbye when we picked her up from Vanessa. If you are planning a nice day near Hollywood or Universal Studios, she should be your option. You won't regret it. We will book again with her again soon. Thanks, Vanessa!!!”
“Rita was an amazing host, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. She was always very communicative and consistently sent updates and pictures of Guayaba, which made us feel completely comfortable while we were away. This was Guayaba’s first time staying at a host’s house, and she absolutely loved it, she felt safe, happy, and well cared for. We are so grateful to Rita for taking such great care of our dog, and we strongly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter.”
“Scott took the best care of my baby and he even gifted a tote bag with some gifts. Would definitely recommend him and I will definitely be hiring him again!”
“Elaine and Marcelo took great care of our Milo today! Three walks and lots of attention. They have a great home and yard for an active dog. They are easy to work with and provide plenty of updates.”
“Elisabeth is incredible! She is responsive, accommodating, wonderful with our pup and goes above and beyond each daycare visit. Our dog is always very excited to go see her and her wonderful dog Jobin. So grateful for her care! Highly recommend.”
The median cost per day for doggy day care in Universal City is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Universal City
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Christina was absolutely amazing! She took our 9-week-old puppy on very short notice and made us feel completely at ease. She kept him safe, cared for him like he was her own, and even gave him some toys to take home, which was such a thoughtful surprise. We really appreciate how kind, reliable, and accommodating she was. We would definitely recommend Christina to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter, and we’ll absolutely be booking with her again.
Kallan has been caring for my dog for several months now, and I genuinely couldn’t ask for a better sitter. Over that time they’ve built such a wonderful relationship, and it’s obvious how much my dog loves spending time with him. Every time we arrive, my dog is excited to see Kallan, which gives me complete peace of mind. Kallan is consistently respectful, communicative, reliable, and an absolute joy to work with. He keeps me updated with photos throughout each stay, and it’s always clear that my dog is happy, comfortable, and receiving excellent care. He also does a fantastic job accommodating my schedule whenever plans change, which has been incredibly helpful. What stands out most is how genuinely caring he is. His love for animals shines through in everything he does, and I always know my dog is in kind, capable hands. I recommend Kallan without hesitation to anyone looking for someone they can truly trust with their pet. I’ll absolutely be continuing to book with him and couldn’t be happier with the care he’s provided.
Megan is a life saver! She took my little monster for a week and a half--at her place, on short notice--and I came back to a happy, tuckered-out pup. Megan was flexible on timing, super communicative, and most importantly, clearly loves her time with dogs. Looking forward to future playdates.
Valari was really nice and patient despite Theo being scared during their first meeting. Seems like Theo warmed up to him quick after he was able to take him from us. He communicated and sent photo/video when needed to keep us updated while we were away for a few hours. Will recommend him to anyone who will need care for their pup even with short notice.
Amazing care for our two pups!! Elena was super responsive and understanding, even for our last-minute request. We needed doggy day care while we visited Universal Studios, as our hotel didn’t allow dogs to be left unattended in the room. We road-tripped down from Seattle (with our 2 dogs & 2 kiddos) and camped along the way, which left us a little frazzled and haggard... Elena was very empathetic and caring, despite my lack of proper research, planning, and punctuality.. lol Probably should’ve looked into things a bit more in-depth about the hotel pet policy beforehand, but I am incredibly grateful that Elena was able to take the pups while we visited the parks for a couple days. She was very tolerant, observant, and nurturing with our two pets, and I think they had a great time… even though they aren’t the best-trained dogs. We have a 4-year-old sassy chihuahua-heeler mix, and a 1.25-year-old Malinois-cattle dog mix. They are sweet girls, but have a strange dynamic. Elena took them in stride and handled them with care, as if they were her own. 10/10!! Couldn’t have asked for a better pet-sitter in our time of need. Thank you so much, Elena!!
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The average cost for Doggy Day Care in Universal City on Rover is $61.05 per day (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Doggy Day Care easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Doggy Day Care. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 7,712 sitters on Rover offering Doggy Day Care across Universal City. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Sitters on Rover can offer flexible scheduling, so you can coordinate times that work best for you and your pet—whether that’s early drop-off or later pick-up to match your Universal City commute.
If your schedule changes, it’s best to let your sitter know through the app as early as possible. Many sitters can adjust pick-up and drop-off times when needed.
Think of doggy day care as your dog’s fun, supervised play date that happens to fit into your workday. Day care through Rover takes place in a real home. This offers a calmer and more personalized environment for your pup.
A typical day can include companionship, one-on-one attention, and same day pick-up and drop-off. Many sitters can also offer structured routines and exercise throughout the day. For recurring, weekly day care, sitters will include photo updates so you can see your dog in their element.
Here are tips for finding the ideal day care fit for your dog:
- For some small dogs: In-home day care can be the perfect fit. Look for sitters whose "can host" section only lists dogs weighing 0–7 kilograms and/or 7–18 kilograms. During your Meet & Greet, ask about play areas based on dog size and energy level.
- For high-energy dogs: The ideal doggy day care can offer scheduled breaks and outdoor spaces or activities. You can also find sitters who host multiple dogs to satisfy your pup’s socializing needs.
- For dogs who prefer human-only companionship: Use the filters "Doesn't own a dog" and "Only accepts one pet at a time" to find the right care.
Play groups can be an option when you book with a day care sitter through Rover. Many sitters do host a small number of dogs at the same time. Smaller dog packs are generally safer, more fun, and ideal for dogs who enjoy playtime but also want to relax throughout the day. When looking for your dog’s pack, check the sitter’s profile to see if they "Accept multiple clients" or have their own dogs. Then during the Meet & Greet, you can see whether your dog is a good fit for their social circle!
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in CA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Yes, Rover is well-suited for finding sitters who can care for your pet within 24 hours. With 7,712 sitters in Universal City, 88% respond to messages in under an hour.
You can message multiple sitters simultaneously to find the fastest available match. If you need care today or tomorrow, you can look for sitters with a "calendar last updated" notice on their profiles.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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