Dog Boarding in Columbia, CT
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1. Kristin T.
“Kristin was wonderful! She provided many updates while we were away so we could see how our pup was doing. It seemed like she was comfortable and had a great time visiting Kristin and her family! We will definitely book with Kristin again!”
2. Brittany W.
“Brittany was AMAZING! Our dog, Bailey was only 18 weeks old and she knew all the right things to do with a puppy. We never worried once about his care. She sent pictures every day of his antics which made us laugh but also convinced us that he was happy and loved. She was in tune with his quirky personality, from his removal of ALL the toys from the toy box before deciding what to play with, to helping with the laundry by stealing the socks, to proudly carrying things around that he “found” . AND Brittany was reasonably priced. We will use her again in a heartbeat. We felt so incredibly blessed to have found her. We can’t thank her enough for making our vacation stress free.”
3. Francis E.
“Francis and family did a great job taking care of Gobi! They sent me a lot of pictures and videos and showed how he was having fun and making friends in the big yard they have. I would happily book Gobi with Francis again!”
4. Kelcie A.
“We had such a great experience leaving our pups with Kelcie! The communication was great, especially since it was the first time we left them! They looked so happy in all of the photos and videos that we got! We have already booked again!!”
5. Rebecca G.
“This was our first time using Rebecca, Sadie and Sophie stayed for 8 days. We were very happy with her care of our fur babies. The services she provided we exactly what we were looking for (pickup/drop off at our home, medication, dog walks, big fenced in yard and doggies allowed on the furniture). We loved getting all of the pics she sent throughout their stay. We will not hesitate to use Rebecca again.”
6. Jessica C.
“Great care and communication! I could tell my dog was in good hands and having her best life in the country. I received daily updates and felt reassured that she was safe.”
7. Stephanie T.
“Stephanie and her husband were absolutely wonderful with Kiara! They were available last minute and were very flexible about when we could drop her off and pick her off. Thank you both so much for your help :) will definitely be booking again!”
8. Gillian M.
“Maizy seems to love staying with Gillian and her family. She's stayed twice and comes back happy and loved. I'm so happy I found Gillian to sit for our pup while we are away. I had a great peace of mind leaving her in their care.”
9. Allison Nicole M.
“Allison was amazing! She took great care of our dog and would send pictures. She also was very quick to respond anytime I reached out. Would definitely use her again! Thank you Allison!”
10. Kristin S.
“Kristin gave our border collie an amazing couple of days. Tons of outdoor time, tons of activity, great company with other dogs and lots of pictures/videos shared during the stay. Kristin clearly loves dogs and she made me feel comfortable every step of the way.”
11. Stephen S.
“Stephen was phenomenal with our pup!! Extremely communicative and friendly. We got multiple photos and videos each day! He took him on walks every morning and let him play with all the tennis balls he could find! This was our dogs first time staying with someone other than family and it seemed like a vacation - we were afraid he wouldn’t want to come home. Highly recommend Stephen and we will definitely use his dog sitting services the next time we go away.”
12. Susan & Eric Z.
“Second time using Eric and Susan. Very pleased at how well they took care of our senior dog. She came back very happy. We are so glad that we discovered them so that we can get away once in a while and not have to worry at all. Plus their pictures are great - I can never get my dog to look in the camera for me.”
13. Ricky R.
“Ricky takes care of our boys like his own. He lives a little far away, but I don’t mind driving there because I can go do my things with peace of mind when my kids are with him.”
14. Suzanne B.
“We are so grateful for Suzanne’s excellent care! She sent us regular updates and pics of him at play. He received cuddles and came home happy and well!! I highly recommend her and will be using her services again! Thank you again!!!”
15. Lana G.
“I would recommend Lana anytime. She was very concern about how to care for Lexter our dog. She sent us pictures to let us how well he was doing. Knowledgeable about how to treat dogs. Our dog was very happy when we picked him up. Thank you for caring for our beloved Lexter.”
16. Danielle N.
“Used Danielle’s overnight boarding services for the first time. Very professional. Had a meet and greet before leaving Runa overnight which put my mind at ease. I appreciate the home-like atmosphere and care. Will definitely use her boarding services in the future.”
17. Serenity H.
“AMAZING JOB! Very accommodating and my dog seemed to have a great time. I would 10/10 book again.”
18. Patrick & Susan D.
“Pat and Susan are the best sitters in Ellington. They watch my dog for 2weeks and send me pictures and updates every day we were gone. I would definitely recommend them to anyone that needs to have their pets watched while they are away. Thank You Pat and Susan”
19. Debra T.
“Debra took such good care of my dog, Alfredo while I was away!! I received pictures and videos throughout the stay and my pup came home so happy!! ❤️ We will definitely be requesting future stays with Debra!!”
20. Cassi W.
“Cassi is simply the best!!! She has become my puppy's 2nd mom when I am away. I could not be happier with how much she loves caring for my Remi. She is on top of it all from the wonderful atmosphere she provides the animals she cares for to the awesome pictures and updates she provides. I have busy weekends with a teenager that is active in everything on the weekends and having Cassi allows my boy to get the attention and care he deserves instead of being home all day alone. Cassi has truly become a gift to me and my puppy. We will be customers of Cassi's as long as she will have us. I simply cannot recommend her enough. She truly loves what she does! Thankful for you Cassi!”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Columbia on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $47 per night, 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 Jul 2024, 372 sitters provided dog boarding in Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters 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, 90% of Columbia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Columbia have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Columbia.
Rover makes it easy to find Columbia dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 372 dog boarding sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbia, 98% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 93% 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.