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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth M.
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Elizabeth M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Southeast, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110

Could not rave about Elizabeth more!! She was amazing and my dog loved her!! I’m nervous leaving my dog anywhere, but she really put my mind at ease and was so understanding. Will definitely be booking with her in the future!! Couldn’t ask for anyone better!

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Lauren C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
31 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Southwest, Grove City, OH, 43123

Lauren took great care of Zuri! She has a great space for dogs, handled medications/other needs well, was flexible with a last-minute booking, and sent frequent updates and pictures. We will definitely be back in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen W.
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Karen W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
144 reviews
78 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Southeast, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110

We LOVE Karen. I have never left my baby with anyone else but our former groomer. She made my day sending pictures and a video. My baby came home the happiest I have ever seen her come home when we have been away. No anxiety, no issues, just happy We will be using her again in the future. Thank you Karen and to your family as well for welcoming my baby into your home and for taking such good care of her. God Bless you!!

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Angie M.
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Scott H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
28 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068

Scott did a great job with taking care of our dog-very attentive, loving, and he sends pictures to reassure us of her good time there. Answers texts quickly, and our dog loves it there!

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Dana S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
62 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lancaster, OH, 43130

Will be using Dana again. Our 4 year old German Shepherd had a blast there with Dana’s family and other dogs. She responds quickly to messages and sends plenty of pictures. Would recommend to anyone.

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Cristi H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
63 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Lancaster, OH, 43130

Thank you Cristi for taking care of our Pup while we were gone! Thank you for messaging me promptly and sending me pictures, too! We will definitely use your services again in the future!

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Justen Y.
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$30
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4.8 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
22 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Groveport, OH, 43125

Justen is very very sweet with our puppy, Ming. He was always home and present with him, which was very helpful with our puppy who has separation anxiety. He sent us pics and videos of him while we were away.

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Mary M.
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40 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Near East, Columbus, OH, 43205

Mary was wonderful! She sent at least one update a day, usually more, and my high energy doodle had such a great time with her and her husband and their own dogs. He got lots and lots of exercise with regular walks and zoomies in their giant backyard. We’d love to use Mary again!

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Alexandria V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
20 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Near Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Alexandria did an excellent job with my dog, Pluto! She was very attentive and made me feel very comfortable keeping him! I absolutely recommend her to anyone who needs a dog sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Deanna W.
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Deanna W.
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27 reviews
11 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Blacklick, OH, 43004

Deanna took great care of our pup and was sure to send lots of updates with cute photos and videos. Our dog had fun playing with hers and running around in her spacious yard!

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Sitter Profile Image: Angie Y.
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Angie Y.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews
33 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ashville, OH, 43103

Could not have asked for a better experience for Cooper! Loved the photos and updates. I could tell he was happy and did not worry about him and really enjoyed my trip. She welcomed him as part of her family!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ellen F.
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Ellen F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

We had a great experience with Ellen this past long weekend. She took wonderful care of our goldendoodle and made the whole process easy and stress free. Communication was excellent throughout — we received regular updates and photos that gave us real peace of mind while we were away. She truly went above and beyond for us. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Joy K.
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Joy K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
15 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068

Joy did a great job with George! Awesome communication and photo updates throughout his stay. Will definitely use again and highly recommend

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Sitter Profile Image: Stacey C.
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Stacey C.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Orient, OH, 43146

Stacey and her family took great care of our pups. She sent photos and gave regular updates of how they were doing. Both dogs were happy and comfortable in their home.

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura L.
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Laura L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
57 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Canal Winchester, OH, 43110

My husband and I can’t say enough wonderful things about Laura! She is an excellent communicator, and was flexible when we ran into traffic on our way to our dogs visit. Our dog loves her and her family and feels at home when he’s there! She is our go to sitter! Trustworthy, kind, and loves our dog like her own!

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Ashliegh C.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
110 reviews
23 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Baltimore, OH, 43105

Ashliegh was fantastic with our puppy. Couldn’t ask for better care and trust. She constantly sent us pictures and kept us update on how our puppy was doing. She is the best!

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber S.
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Amber S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Grove City, OH, 43123

Great communication and provided regular updates. Oreo seemed very happy & relaxed upon pickup after the stay. Would definitely book with Amber again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily R.
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Emily R.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43232

Emily was great with Molly. Molly enjoyed playing with her two dogs. She provided lots of updates w pics. I felt comfortable having Molly in her care.

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Sitter Profile Image: Maolin L.
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Maolin L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Southside, Columbus, OH, 43206

Maolin was a great caretaker for Nash. We were away on vacation for 10 days and she sent daily photos and videos as well as took Nash to the local dog park to play around. She really seemed to care a great deal for Nash as like she was her own. Would definitely use again and refer her to others!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tamisha P.
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Tamisha P.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
149 reviews
40 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Columbus, OH, 43227

Tamisha is incredible! I had to leave town on an emergency and she welcomed Xyla with open arms. She sent pictures most days with updates on who the new friends were. You can tell, Tamisha has a way with the pups, Xyla talked about her the whole way home. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!

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Blaire W.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Canal Winchester is $44

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Lucy loved going to Karen's house and we would definitely use her again. She loves her border dogs and takes good care of them.

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Donna B.
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Laura was a great pet sitter and took such good care of my baby. I was in the process of moving and she kept my dog for a couple of days so that I could focus on a move, which was so helpful. She’s so friendly very communicative and Reese was very happy at her home.

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Melissa E.
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We love Elizabeth and Max does too. Elizabeth keeps us updated on how Max is doing throughout his stay and that’s very comforting.

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Tamara B.
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Skittle always loves his time with his friends and we are so appreciative of the love and care you take with him. ❤️

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Tezlyn R.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Canal Winchester

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Canal Winchester on Rover is $33.67 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 908 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Canal Winchester. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

94% of Canal Winchester sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Canal Winchester landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Canal Winchester 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 Canal Winchester.

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.

You and your Canal Winchester 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 OH 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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