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Sitter Profile Image: Evelyn R.
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Evelyn R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
9 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Lugoff, SC, 29078

“This was our first time ever boarding our 17 month old Shih Tzu. And we had to leave him in the cone of shame for a sore he wouldn’t stop licking. I was uneasy to say the least. But our little guy liked Evelyn from the start. She has a calm, easy going demeanor that he liked instantly. She sent me photos and updates regularly especially since I was nervous about the sore on his skin. His stay went off without a hitch. We will definitely be using Evelyn again. Grateful for her good care of our sweet dog!”

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Ginger M.
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Brennen E.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 35 reviews
8 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Dalzell, SC, 29040

“Brennen was an excellent sitter for my kitten, Biscuit, while I was out of town for two weeks. She was incredibly reliable, communicative, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. Biscuit is a playful and social little guy, and it was clear he had a great time with her. I received regular updates and adorable photos, which made being away much easier. I came home to a happy, well cared for kitten. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Brennen again-highly recommend!”

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Madi S.
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Maria M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29209

“Hands Down The Best! I Will Definitely Rebook Over And Over Again!!! 5 Stars All Around The Board. She Also Had Excellent Communication, Sent Plenty Of Pictures, and Even Sent Oreo Home With A Treat! Simply Amazing .”

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Mikel L.
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Daisy B.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 115 reviews
38 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29229

“OMG!!! Daisy saved our lives, she literally took us at the last minute and took very good care of our furbaby😍😍😍😍 10/10 care, very accommodating and the updates were too adorable. We will definitely recommend her and we will utilize her services yhe next time were in town😍”

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Ashley S.
Sitter Profile Image: Martina D.
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Martina D.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 72 reviews
34 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Gadsden, SC, 29052

“Martina took such good care of my fur baby, Murray. Her communication was excellent, she regularly sent me pictures and updates. Murray had some separation anxiety and I did come pick him up a day early. But he was sad to leave and started whining when I put my car in reverse to back out of the driveway. We accidentally left behind his water bowl and a toy, when we returned to pick up our forgotten items he ran out of my car, up onto the porch and sat at Martina's front door. He loved staying with Martina and playing with her son”

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Robin S.
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Mariadelcarmen R.
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$50
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4.6 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
1 repeat client
24 years of experience
Dalzell, SC, 29040

“Maria was so kind and patient with my spoiled rotten doodle! I know my pup can be a handful, and I know she had a hard time being away from me for the first time overnight, but Maria did everything possible to keep her happy. She also was wonderful about working with me on pickup and drop off! Traffic was terrible, and she was very accommodating. Thank you, Maria!”

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Keith M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
5 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Blythewood, SC, 29016

“Milo was well taken care of during his stay over the holidays; Mr.keith was professional from the start, asking in-depth questions about Milo's routine, potty breaks, feeding schedule, I could tell Milo bonded with Mr.keith and the family and thoroughly enjoyed himself playing with the other dogs from the updates I received, I highly recommend this sitter!”

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Miquela E.
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Nicci L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
20 years of experience
Elgin, SC, 29045

“I've never had any Rover person give Willow so much attention. She took her on so many interesting walks. Not just around sidewalks. She is a husky and really needsl that energy expelled Nicci is absolutely amazing 🍄”

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Cindy S.
Sitter Profile Image: Michelle E.
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Michelle E.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
9 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

“Michelle was very pleasant and patient with my dog, who is not accustomed to people outside of our family. When we arrived, she made sure she understood all of our preferences regarding eating, sleeping, and socializing. Throughout our time away, she sent pictures and text updates on how my dog was adjusting. When we picked Max up, he was clean, calm, and doing great overall. A great experience!”

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Antionette C.
Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer M.
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Jennifer M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
26 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Sumter, SC, 29153

“FIVE stars! Brody’s stay with Jennifer was like a second family for him; he had other dogs and a toddler to play with! I received photos and updates often. Will use again when needed :)”

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Maria E.
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LaTasha D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29229

“This was Olive's second stay and won't be the last! LaTasha was very communicative, sent us pics of Olive, and Oluve came back happy! Thanks for the great stay!”

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Mary B.
Sitter Profile Image: Luiza V.
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Luiza V.
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$53
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Blythewood, SC, 29016

“When I say, if you are looking for a great stay for your fur babies! Look NO further!! She is it! Professional, Loving, Sweet & Kind! She sent me updates, daily. My babies adore her & her FAMILY! We’ll definitely be returning🩷”

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Adia D.
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$44
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
10 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

“We were very pleased with the care Raja received. The videos and photos were just the icing on the cake for us. We will definitely use Adia again.”

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Jametta M.
Sitter Profile Image: Tabitha T.
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Tabitha T.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29223

“Took great care of my 2 doggies and kitty while we were away for a long weekend trip. All my animals were happy upon arrival. I can always tell if they have had a good time or have had anxiety and they were all in good graces. Great experience and will be using Tabitha again! Thank you!”

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Rachelle T.
Sitter Profile Image: Yentl B.
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Yentl B.
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$27
per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29203

“Yentl is an absolutely great choice if you're looking for someone caring and compassionate to entrust your fur baby too! Sage is in love with Yentl and her family! I received daily updates, pictures, and videos, so I knew she was in great hands! Sage was excited to see Yentl when she was dropped off! That let's me know she is loved when she is there ♥️.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christina S.
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Christina S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

“Christina took fabulous care of our little kitty. We were a bit apprehensive leaving her for the first time, but Blakely received personal care and adjusted quickly to her new situation. Christina was good about giving us updates via photos, videos, and messages. We would definitely bring our kitty to Christina again next time we go away. I highly recommend Christina!”

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Helene P.
Sitter Profile Image: Ashley S.
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Ashley S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
31 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Elgin, SC, 29045

“Ashley was great! Lots of pictures and regular communication. She was so patient with my older dogs and made sure there were happy and comfortable. We appreciated her and her family opening their home for our pups!”

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Emily H.
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
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Blythewood, SC, 29016

“She was absolutely wonderful! My dog was well cared for-she didn’t want to leave! At pick up time, everything was packed and ready to go. Very professional, will definitely use her again.”

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Nicole B.
Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa A.
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Alyssa A.
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$42
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ridgeway, SC, 29130

“Alyssa and her husband gave exceptional care for our Gracie Girl! (Even slept in their bed with them... Very sweet couple! We'll definitely call them on future trips to SC!”

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Mary F.
Sitter Profile Image: Kayla R.
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Kayla R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29203

“Kayla was vert sweet and would send updates and pictures to let me know how my pet was doing. Will definitely be using her again in the future!”

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Sulema T.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Boykin is $38

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As of November 2026, there are 320 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Boykin. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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.

97% of sitters in Boykin can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Boykin home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Boykin.

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

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Boykin. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Boykin 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 Rover Guarantee, 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.

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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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