Doggy Day Care in University Heights

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Sitter Profile Image: Jason W.
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Jason W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
549 reviews
177 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52240

Jason was really friendly. Ollie had an excellent time with Jason and the doggy friends. We really appreciate how flexible he was on such a short notice. He was very responsive to all of our text, and updated us very often.

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Auden B.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
55 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52240

Auden was fantastic! Communication was great throughout the day along with photos of our pup playing and on walks! We definitely would love Auden to watch our dog again!

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Abbey A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
22 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

Abbey took excellent care of our Husky! She was very flexible and attentive to his needs and took her time to walk me through the arrangements. Our boy was super happy and loved, I strongly recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Trish C.
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Trish C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
25 repeat clients
56 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

Trish is a dog whisperer! I am in IC from Colorado to help my mom with surgery and needed a place for my rowdy 8 month old Aussie/Great Pyrenees to play during the day. Trish loved her like her own pup and sent lots of updates. Hazel came home tired and smiling every day.

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Kasey B.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52246

Kasey was an absolute blessing to us! Our daughter was admitted to Iowa City Hospital and we were traveling with our 2 fur babies. We had no idea how we would be able to visit her, but Kasey made it possible! Her location to the hospital is absolutely perfect! Her love of animals is extremely evident when you visit her lovely home! Knowing she will be able to care for our dogs for future hospital visits with our daughter gives us such peace of mind! You will not be disappointed if you choose Her!

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Sidney R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
30 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52240

Sidney took great care of our puppy, Bean! She kept us updated throughout the day with pictures and how Bean was doing! I would highly recommend Sidney if you’re looking for a good sitter!

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Laura I.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
NORTH LIBERTY, IA, 52317

Was super attentive to our puppy, and lets us know exactly what was going on during her visit!

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Reagan W.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Iowa city, IA, 52240

About: Hi everyone! My name is Reagan. I am 22 years old and I have been taking care of my own pets and neighbor’s pets for about 10 years now. I also currently work at a doggy daycare and boarding facility! I am a recent graduate from UIowa! I also currently work at a doggy daycare and boarding facility as a supervisor and dog handler. I would love to watch your fur children! I will follow whatever rules you leave for me very strictly. I am used to feeding schedules and potty schedules as well. I live in a two floor apartment so there is lots of room for play!

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Robert S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
7 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

About: I have owned and cared for dogs my entire life and have had many neighbors back home request my dog sitting services. I am home all day, as I work remotely, and have a dog of Chocolate lab that loves to play but never gets to spend time with other dogs since we are new to the area. I definitely am open to negotiating prices so just reach out and we can have a conversation! I work remotely and will be available to care for dogs throughout the day and ensure they are well cared for. I work from 8-4 however have a lot of down time to care for dogs. I have a patio for dogs to be outside if they want to as well as a separate office space that my dog sleeps in at night. I also have a crate available if need be.

Sitter Profile Image: Ali N.
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Ali N.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
19 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Swisher, IA, 52338

This was our first experience with Rover and it exceeded our expectations. Ali did a great job caring for our 4 1/2 year old black lab, George. Ali was easy to get in touch with and attended to George’s medical issues requiring meds and exercise restrictions. George was clearly well cared for and loved.? Highly recommended!

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Ashley R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
23 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

Ashley was great to work with. She provided updates and photos. Zero was happy and came home tired :)

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Aneli V.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

About: I lost my dog last year and miss taking care of him, now that I have free time on my hands I'm looking to help take care of other dogs like I would my own. I treat pets like family and have experience with administering medications if needed and am willing to learn of any specific needs your pet has to take care of them like you would! I'm currently free most days and stay at home since my school schedule is very light for the next few months and have flexibility in it. I currently don't have any pets so there is no concern for socializing or introducing them. In addition I live in an apartment with a large grassy area where dogs can walk on and will use a leash while doing so to make sure your pet is safe.

Sitter Profile Image: Megan T.
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Megan T.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
226 reviews
75 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Riverside, IA, 52327

Megan and Matt are awesome! We needed help taking care of our new puppy with our busy schedules, and they were awesome about coming out to meet our puppy at our home before providing services. They are so friendly and clearly knowledgable about animals, especially caring for dogs and training them. Our puppy learned many new tricks after her first stay with Megan, and I got a full report of the day with frequent updates which I loved. Megan is great about really wanting to know our puppy's commands/rules and schedule and following them closely. Our puppy is very energetic, and she came home tired which we appreciated so we could enjoy cuddles rather than always being on the go after work. We can't wait for our puppy's next stay!!

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Megan W.
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Tiffany B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Kalona, IA, 52247

Traveling from out state. Tiffany made our dog feel very relaxed and happy

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Lindsey M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
West Branch, IA, 52358

Prompt-kind-and great with animals

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Sitter Profile Image: Ming & Makenna W.
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Ming & Makenna W.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
44 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Our Maisey LOVED her time with Makenna and Ming. They were very responsive when I wanted to book with them and answered my questions quickly. You can tell that they really love their own dogs and really provide a safe and nurturing environment for all the puppies in their care. Thanks for taking such good care of Maisey!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tiffany S.
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Tiffany S.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
31 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cedar rapids, IA, 52404

About: My experience includes behavior modification, rehabilitation and foster care. Since I was my daughters age I have been pet sitting and working with animals and would like to share the experience I work at home everyday but Thursday. We are available for dog walking and live close to a park trail and we are looking for a family interaction. Crate services, roaming and family integrated home. We are able to walk your animals and provide check ins. I know how animals are part of the family.

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Alissa C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Wellman, IA, 52356

About: I’ve been a dog mom of 3 for 15 years and love to take them on walks and play fetch in the yard! Have a flexible schedule for potty breaks I work from my home so I am able to be with your fur baby all day. I have four acres of land that your pup can roam and play. I have a flexible work schedule and will be able to give your fur baby lots of quality individualized care per all your pups needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Ashleigh G.
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Ashleigh G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
10 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401

First time with Ashleigh. Wilson seemed to have a great time. Got lots of pics. Ashleigh is an excellent communicator and a sweet person. I wish she was closer to me. I would have her sit very often.

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Sitter Profile Image: Robert & Fayetta S.
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Robert & Fayetta S.
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$28
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10 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

About: We love dogs and your little one will receive lots of love and one on one attention as we welcome him or her into our home. Our little Ronnie loves to play with dogs his own size or smaller. We don't have a fenced in yard, which means we will always be playing with and alongside your dog keeping him or her safe and happy and comfortable. We love to walk your dog also so he or she will get plenty of potty breaks and time to smell and get to know our neighborhood! We only care for one dog at a time, besides our own little guy Ronnie... so the two will become best friends! Faye is a full-time stay at home dog mom and my husband Rob helps take over dog care responsibilities after and before he goes to work. We make it a team effort so your dog will always have his or her needs met and get maximum love and attention. Safety comes first with your pet. We have a home that is safe and perfect for your little dog. We will welcome them into our family and treat them gently and with compassion... realizing that it's tough being away from your owners for a few days. We will love your puppy as much as we love our own Ronnie!

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Great communication and her love of doggos is obvious. I trust her with my baby and we look forward to many more visits.

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Trish H.
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Definitely will rebook. My doggies were well cared for. They got increasingly excited as we pulled up to her home!

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Mary Anne W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My little Olive spent 5 days with Auden. She is fabulous! So patient, taught her a few new things, and made her feel so comfortable. She wasn't shaking anymore on the car ride there, thats huge! Definitely recommend Auden!

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Deborah B.
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Annayah was communicative, friendly, and excited to meet my dog. She sent pictures showing my dog having a good time with everyone, and she walked him twice the 5 hour stay. I picked up my dog happy and well regulated. I will definitely contact her first next time I’m in Iowa City :) Thanks!

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Viðar S.
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Brooklyn was absolutely amazing, especially with everything happening last minute. I’ve been in the hospital for 4 weeks with my mom who is battling cancer, and finding someone trustworthy to care for my pup while we’re away from home has been so stressful. Brooklyn reached out right away, stepped in without hesitation, and made sure Snuggles was loved and cared for like family. She stayed in great communication, was so responsive, and truly reliable. I can’t thank her enough! I highly recommend Brooklyn to anyone needing someone kind, dependable, and caring for their fur baby. We’ll definitely be booking with her again — thank you so much, Brooklyn! 🐾💛

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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 University Heights on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $30 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.

If you’re searching for a University Heights doggy day care sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, 125 sitters provided doggy day care in University Heights. 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 University Heights sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide doggy day care in University Heights have an average of 18 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 University Heights.

University Heights 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 University Heights 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 125 sitters offering doggy day care in University Heights on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In University Heights, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 80% 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.