Doggy Day Care in Utica
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“My two Golden Retrievers, one who is a puppy, did great with Kevin. They were worn out from playing, and were happy and excited when we picked them up. I would be absolutely confident leaving the pups with Kevin again, and will need doing do soon!”

“Kshama was absolutely amazing! She gave me updates throughout the day to show how my puppy was doing. Great honest and very kind and loving person. My furbaby felt vet comfortable with her and her dogs. I would definitely recommend her. We will be booking more visits with Kshama.”

“Amanda has been awesome for my sweet doggy Shiloh! She’s so flexible with scheduling which I absolutely love, updates with pictures daily of your fur baby playing or enjoying a walk! My Shiloh girl is very energetic and comes home at the end of the day EXHAUSTED from playing all day which was never the case before day care. We’re thankful for Amanda!”

About: A Loving Home with Room to Play — Indoors or Out! We offer a large, securely fenced yard that’s perfect for playtime and outdoor fun. Inside, our house is dog friendly and a cozy, welcoming space to relax and feel at home. Our friendly 6-year-old Beagle, Porthos, loves meeting new dog friends and will be a wonderful companion. Home all day to provide plenty of love, attention, and personalized care for your furry family member. Whether playing outside or snuggling indoors, your dog will be treated like part of the family! I've been working out of my home for the last 6 years so I am available for frequent potty breaks or can give medication if needed. I'm home during the weekends. Relax and enjoy your vacation knowing your pet is well taken care of. In our home, pets are treated like part of the family. We offer a large, securely fenced yard for safe outdoor play and exercise, and dogs are welcome inside anytime for rest, relaxation, or just because and will get plenty of attention. Our friendly Beagle, Porthos, is a great companion and loves making new dog friends. We’re home during the day to ensure your pet receives consistent care, affection, and supervision. Whether it's playtime outside, cuddle time indoors, or sticking to your pet’s feeding and routine schedule, we strive to provide a safe, loving, and stress-free environment.
About: I've been a dog person my whole life. I love dogs and give mine the loving attention they deserve. You can rest assured your dog will receive the same love, attention, and proper care/treatment. I'm a teacher currently not working in the summer...so I can help out anytime you need it. Once the school year starts, my hours will change, but for now, I'm here to help! I have a big, fenced backyard. I have crates available if needed. You can trust that your dog's safety and positive environment will be my top priority.
“My puppy adores her and loves her so much. It’s like his second home. Due to me not having much family living here she makes my emotional support pup feel secure.”

About: I have taken care of dogs most of my life, and of all sorts of breeds. Neighbors, friends and family have relied on me to watch their respective fur babies! I am currently working part time from home, and available to watch, feed and walk your dog in my home during weekdays and weekends. Thanks! I live in a condo complex that is safe and dog friendly. I am home quite often to keep your fur baby company. I look forward to hearing from you!
“My first experience with Karina was amazing! She definitely knows how to understand dogs and provide the best experience for each of them. My dog took a little bit of time to open up during her first day today and Karina provided me with a lot of updates, and she ended up loving her stay!”

About: I provide loving and reliable care for your pets. I can walk, feed, wash, and spend quality time with your dogs or cats as if they were my own. I’m available every day and very flexible with scheduling. I can adjust my time to fit your pet’s needs. Just text me anytime or when you need a help. I provide a safe and loving environment for pets in my home. Although I don’t have a fenced yard, I always walk dogs on a leash in a quiet and safe area connected to a park.
About: If your special furry baby is comfortable with me being all up in their personal space, providing all the cuddles, smooches, scratches, and words of affirmation, then I’m your girl! My schedule is pretty open right now, I can be available most days, weekdays and weekends. Let’s figure out something that works for all of us! I will follow any instructions given to me by an owner and care for an animal with the upmost respect and adoration. I have a lovely neighborhood perfect for walks and a warm spot on my couch ready for a furry kaboose to plop down in.
“Sara was amazing! She was available in a pinch for doggy daycare. Our pup truly enjoyed hanging out and having puppy playtime with her dog, Milo! We will definitely be using Sara’s services again in the future.”

“Never been so comfortable leaving my buddy anywhere! Lindsey was amazing! Her updates all day made my day go by so much easier without having to worry at all!! So happy to have found her!! ??”

“If I could give more stars I would! Very happy with our stay with Lexi. Excellent communication, photos throughout the day, and they treated Rocco like he was their own. Rocco did not want to go home with me! lol So happy to find Lexi. We ll be back!”

“Eva did a great job watching our Milo today! She sent us many pictures of him enjoying his visit, both inside and out in the yard. She also sent us a couple videos. You can tell she enjoys dogs very much. We texted her when we were on our way to pick him up, she responded quickly and he was all ready for us when we arrived. We will have her watch Milo again whenever we are in that area again.”

“Thank you so much for taking such great care of Oaklynn! She had a great day!! I am so glad she made new friends and had all sorts of toys to play with. We will see you again soon!!”

About: I have had dogs most of my life. My childhood dog, Archie, was a mutt and so loveable. My adult dog was a Pug named Bailey. I had him as a puppy to 12 yrs old. He cracked me up every day! Finally, I adopted a Career Change Leader Dog. Daisy, my yellow lab! I had her 7 lovely years! Both dogs lived to be seniors so I have some experience with extra care and medications. I have no children so my dogs were my world. I have been dogless for 4 years and would be thrilled to share my life with your dog. My only recent experiences have been dog sitting for family and friends! We always have a great time and it is fun to find out their individual personalities and go from there! I am a retired, middle school, special education teacher. I have a lot of patience and time to devote to the care of your doggo! I look forward to spending my days spoiling your baby! I have a completely fenced in yard for a dog to run and play. I have a small and medium cage available if needed. I am willing to make any accommodations necessary to care for your pet as best as possible.
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The median cost per day for doggy day care in Utica is $35
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Sitters in Utica average 4 repeat doggy day care clients
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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 Utica on Rover as of Mar 2026 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 Mar 2026, 949 sitters provided doggy day care in Utica. 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, 86% of Utica sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Utica have an average of 17 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 Utica.
Utica 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 Utica 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 949 sitters offering doggy day care in Utica on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Utica, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% 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.
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.




