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Sitter Profile Image: Nick L.
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Nick L.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

“I really do appreciate Nick! He always comes through when it comes to Mateo. I recently had surgery and had to come back down to Columbia, and he was able to take Mateo for me so I could have some time to adjust to my recovery. I’m forever grateful for him! He communicates so well, sends pictures, keeps you updated, and always lets you know what’s going on. He’s truly everything you could want in someone taking care of your dog, and I always feel comfortable knowing Mateo is with him.”

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Cierra S.
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Lucas D.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

“Lucas was amazing! My Peaches is shy and a bit anxious. Lucas took his time with her and helped her get over her fear. Peaches had a good time, Lucas send photos and updates every day. I totally trust him with my Peaches! And BoPeep is a sweetheart too!”

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Kimberly M.
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Lindsey & Aaron G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 169 reviews
69 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29212

“We love Lindsey and Aaron! They were so sweet to our boy and he had the greatest time! He was so tired after playing all weekend he wasn’t even excited to see us haha we will definitely use them again and highly recommend them to anyone! Thanks again guys!!”

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Ashley L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

“Ashley was wonderful. Zena was right at home. I truly appreciate the care and attention Ashley and her family provided for Zena while we were out. I definitely recommend her for anyone needing a caring sitter for their pet. Thank you, Ashley!”

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Andre W.
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Sally F.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 355 reviews
71 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

“Our baby girl is always so happy to visit Sally. It’s like her home away from home. I can always enjoy my time away with the knowledge that Ginger is getting the best care. ❤️”

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Kathy D.
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Nontombe B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 336 reviews
111 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

“Thank you sooo much for your patience with TipsCee as she is the shyest but sweetest dog ever and even tho it took the whole 4 days before she really came out of her shell, you remained just as patient, loving & caring as she needed. The multiple daily pics & videos brought comfort to me. We will see you again soon. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU 🙏🏽”

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Wendy M.
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Eleftherios & Nicole T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
15 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29170

“Fantastic environment for King as he enjoys himself and feels like home. They really take care of your pets and I will continue to use them in the future.”

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Jarell R.
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Alyssa C.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Lexington, SC, 29072

“She’s amazing and takes really good care of my dog, keeps my update with pictures of 2 of them playing with each other. Will come to her again in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathy B.
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Kathy B.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 71 reviews
24 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

“We invited Kathy to meet Mikobefore we all made final decision and our Miko fell in love! Kathy was awesome regarding staying in touch with us with pictures and text messages while Miko was at her house! Miko loved being there and made friends and gained a buddy! Our hearts were are so grateful for Kathy and we were able to relax on our vacation knowing Miko was well cared for, safe and happy! We would highly recommend Kathy if you are looking for a sitter who will take great care of your pet, show them lots of love and attention and stay in touch! She is very sweet and we are blessed to have found her on “Rover”’”

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Ken P.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

About: I am very experienced in taking care of and managing many different types of animals. I’ve personally owned a Chow, a Cocker Spaniel, and have owned 4 Yorkies. I now own 2 pit bulls my girl Destiny and my boy Bentley. Destiny is very kind, trained, and has never been aggressive towards any other animal or person and same with Bentley as well. We love being outside and taking a lap around the neighborhood or taking a hike through the woods. I love animals and look forward to working with you and your pets! My animals eat once in the morning and once in the afternoon, I typically feed them 12 hours apart, so whatever time I feed them in the morning goes around the same time I feed them in the afternoon I typically let them out in the morning after they eat, and depending on the weather, I’ll let them stay out in the back for a while I have a fenced in backyard so they all can play together and when I leave, I typically will either crate whoever is visiting and put my animals in my room or leave them outside there’s never any unsupervised contact

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Aiko V.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
25 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

“We needed a sitter for our dog for a few hours while attending a graduation and we did not know anyone in the area. We found Aiko on Rover and everything worked out perfectly! Our dog can be nervous about going with someone new but she very quickly decided that Aiko would be a good friend. Aiko shared some pictures to let us know all was good and we were able to enjoy the graduation”

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Diane S.
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Jianna J.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

“Jianna did an outstanding job caring for Khase while we were away. She was reliable, attentive, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. Throughout Khase’s stay, she kept us updated and gave us complete peace of mind knowing he was in such great hands. When we returned, Khase was happy, well cared for, and comfortable. He did not want to leave her & her family..lol. It was obvious that Jianna treated him like part of her own family. We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional care she provided and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lexie F.
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Lexie F.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 183 reviews
85 repeat clients
3 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29172

“Lexie was super responsive and reliable. We felt super comfortable leaving our 7 month old puppy here for his first boarding. She provided photo updates and the space is clean and expansive!”

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Kara A.
Sitter Profile Image: Celia S.
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Celia S.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 276 reviews
102 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Lexington, SC, 29072

“Our dog is an anxious baby but Celia made her feel so comfortable. Celia sent lots of updates and pictures as well as worked with us on having to text on multiple platforms. We will definitely be coming back to her when we go on a trip again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah K.
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Hannah K.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
10 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29203

“Hannah is the best! She has taken great care of my aging English Bulldog on two occasions and I am extremely grateful! Thanks again Hannah!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lyndsay C.
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Lyndsay C.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 183 reviews
61 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Lexington, SC, 29073

“This was our first time using Rover and having someone outside of our family keep our fur baby. Lyndsay and her MIL were the perfect sitters. Lyndsay kept us updated with photos each day which eased our mind. When we returned our pooch was shiny from a bath, playful and I'm not sure if he was ready to go home. She also has a very pet-friendly home, a small dog that is very sociable with other dogs and she will work with clients on any special needs their pets have. I would highly recommend Lindsay as a pet sitter.”

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Ruthie R.
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$40
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1 repeat client
15 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29170

About: I’ve taken care of animals my whole life, I’ve grown up with just about every type of animal from small to large, I’ve worked at dog rehabilitation centers, I’ve been a dog groomer for over 12 years (still grooming out of my home) I’ve worked as a vet tech in multiple veterinary clinics as well. I’m a professional groomer that works from home, my kiddos are 12, 8 and 2 with my oldest two in school during the day, so my daily routine is usually about the same lol I groom just about every day, and also occasionally board for my long term grooming clients as well! With me working from home I would absolutely prefer your pet to be dropped off and picked up, your pet will have the opportunity to play/hang out with my personal dog, go outside plenty of times and also have that human interaction as well rather then being in a kennel/run for hours on end before getting let out to go potty.

Sitter Profile Image: Kendra A.
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Kendra A.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Blythewood, SC, 29016

“Kendra is great and an absolute life saver. I experienced a leak in my apartment in the middle of the night and was told that I must evacuate for the next day. I hit Kendra up about 12-1am about services for that day and she replied by 6am the next morning! She was great with my cat, Cheeks. She has a beautiful home that I felt comfortable leaving my cat with her. She’s kind, prompt with responses, and even sent pictures of my pet throughout the day. I would recommend her services and I will be using her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Orlena S.
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Orlena S.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29229

“Orlena. Was amazing with our two year old mini poodle. She kept plenty of videos and pictures coming. She is such a sweetheart. We already spoke with her in regards to another booking.”

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sabrina p.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Lexington, SC, 29072

“Very professional. Enjoyed her services and will use again.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Carol and Tom were wonderful and took great care of Zoe! She loved her time (vacation) there and getting to play with Gus! We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing she was well cared for!

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Danielle C.
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Always a great experience with Carol and Tom. I always feel at ease leaving my furry baby with them!

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ballentine home-away-from-home, packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Ballentine.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Ballentine sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

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 .

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 SC 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.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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