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Sitter Profile Image: Patrick & Susan D.
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Patrick & Susan D.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 304 reviews
69 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ellington, CT, 06029

“Another great stay with Patrick and Susan. I really appreciate the time you spend and the care you take with our two pups. I love the pictures as well. It's reassuring to know our dogs are in good hands.”

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Jenn S.
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Sherry B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 214 reviews
49 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cromwell, CT, 06416

“Sherry is the best dog sitter I have ever used! She’s all about making sure your pet is well cared for. Nugget, my chihuahua, absolutely loves her! She cries when we pull into her driveway because she’s so excited and once she sees Sherry, she jumps all over her giving her love and kisses. Sherry will work with you to get your pet used to her before providing a service. Sherry is all about what’s best for your pet. I’m always so relaxed when Nugget is with her because I know she’s having fun and being well cared for. Sherry is AWESOME!!!! I highly recommend her!!!”

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Barbara W.
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Erica & Thomas C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 218 reviews
83 repeat clients
40 years of experience
East Lyme, CT, 06333

“We don’t leave our dog often and have been out of the area for a while so we were nervous. We were truly happy with Oscar’s care with Erica and her family. Erica kept us posted and sent pics to put us at ease. Oscar was very relaxed when we picked him up and not mad at us at all. Would definitely leave him in their care again.”

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Ella M.
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Francis E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Norwich, CT, 06360

“I’ve booked with Francis a couple of times now, and they are an incredibly reliable family. They’ve been able to accommodate last-minute requests, which has been such a huge help. They also send lots of photos and updates, so you never have to worry about how your pets are doing. Most importantly, my dogs absolutely love staying with them! I always feel comfortable leaving them in their care and will definitely continue booking with them.”

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Rachel M.
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luis c.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Willington, CT, 06279

“Luis was so quick to respond anytime I reached out, and he was nice enough to send pics every day. We look forward to having our Maisie stay with him next time we travel!”

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Stephanie T.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
10 repeat clients
7 years of experience
South Glastonbury, CT, 06073

“My Sunny loves Stephanie. She takes care of Sunny as if Sunny were her own. She sends me updates and pictures and follows the instructions and routine I gave to her.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sydney R.
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Sydney R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Norwich, CT, 06360

“My dog Hank had a great stay with Sydney and her family! He doesn't get along with every dog, but he seemed to have quite a bit of fun with their little guy Knightley — despite a considerable difference in age and size! (Approx. 15 lbs. vs. 85 lbs.) Sydney was very communicative and gave me daily updates on how Hank was doing, along with pictures, for the week that we were gone. I would definitely recommend her for boarding!”

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Cecelia P.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
6 years of experience
Coventry, CT, 06238

About: I have been taking care of dogs for about 6 years and have encountered all types, from the couch potatoes to the ones who want to play nonstop! I am home full time so I am available any day and any time for drop off and pick up. Being home full time also means I will be available for your pet at anytime they need me throughout there stay at my home. I have a sturdy 100 ft dog runner that has held very large dogs. However,if your dog does better on a regular leash just let me know and I can leash for bathroom breaks instead. While at my home your pet is my only priority and I am happy to suit any needs they have.

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Suzanne B.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
28 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Griswold, CT, 06351

“Suzanne is an excellent communicator and a true animal lover. I couldn’t have asked for a better home away from home for my pets. Highly highly recommend!!!”

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Elizabeth A.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 102 reviews
24 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Ledyard, CT, 06339

“Elizabeth was fantastic with my dog! She accomodated a few special requests and gave him lots of snuggles. I also received plenty of updates and am already planning my dogs next visit!”

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Rachel S.
Sitter Profile Image: Amira G.
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Amira G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Enfield, CT, 06082

“Amira was awesome. She handled our “troublemaker “ great.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Margaret S.
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Margaret S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
25 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

“Superb! I felt totally at ease leaving Gabby to Margaret's care. I appreciated her desire to meet Gabby beforehand, and she gave reassuring updates during Gabby's stay. Gabby got a lot of good attention that was documented in photos and messages, and I returned to find her relaxed and calm. I will definitely bring her back to Margaret next time I need dog care.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather & Ryan L.
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Heather & Ryan L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
South Windsor, CT, 06074

About: Dogs have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and caring for them is something I genuinely love. I’m a stay-at-home mom, so I have plenty of time to give your dog the attention, companionship, and affection they deserve while you’re away. We currently have a sweet 9-year-old small dog who has been part of my life since puppyhood. I personally raised and potty-trained her, so I understand the patience, consistency, and care that goes into helping a dog feel safe and comfortable in a new environment. I’ve also cared for many of my friends’ and neighbors’ dogs over the years. When your dog stays with me, they won’t simply be “boarded”—they’ll be welcomed into a loving home. From the moment they arrive, I’ll treat them like one of my own, with lots of love, attention, playtime, and companionship. I’m dependable, responsible, and will make your dog’s comfort and happiness a priority. I know how hard it can be to leave your pet with someone else, and my goal is to give you peace of mind knowing your dog is being cared for, loved, and treated like family while you’re away. I’m a stay-at-home mom, so I have plenty of time to give your dog the attention, companionship, and affection they deserve while you’re away. As a result, my schedule is quite flexible to meet the needs of you and your fur baby I have a very large yard and a 9 year old gentle, sweet dog. Although I have a large yard, I always keep my dog leashed and I would do the same for yours to ensure safety. My home is on a quiet cul-de-sac in a private neighborhood that is perfect for walks.

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Elisa N.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
WATERFORD, CT, 06385

“Our pup was in great care with Elisa and her family for a week while my family and I traveled. Elisa provided updates showcasing our pet’s happiness, comfort, and playfulness in her home. After sharing that our dog has congenital knee issues, Rob, her partner, even installed another step on their dog ramp for our dog to climb up comfortably. We hope to rebook with Elisa again when needed!”

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Maria C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Manchester, CT, 06040

“Maria was amazing!! Our nervous boy was in good hands! Maria was great with our big goofy dog, she gave him the love and attention he needed while we were away. She sent photos and checked in with me often. Definitely highly recommend and will use again! Thanks again Maria!”

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Meredith W.
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Rebecca G.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 223 reviews
78 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Andover, CT, 06232

“I’m new to town for a work contract and was in need of someone to help with my dog because of my long work hours. Rebecca met with me and my dog and was so helpful and accommodating to my crazy work hours. She really knows dogs and was wonderful with Howie. I would highly recommend her.”

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Angela K.
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Mary-Claire M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Manchester, CT, 06042

“We had a great experience with Mary-Claire! I felt completely at ease leaving our pup in her care for the weekend. We really appreciated the updates and communication while we were away.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Careen S.
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Careen S.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Newington, CT, 06111

“We are so grateful for the amazing care you gave our dog! From the very beginning, Careen were kind, reliable, and attentive to every detail. It gave us great peace of mind knowing our dog was in such loving hands. We could tell our dog was happy, comfortable, and well cared for throughout the stay. Thank you for treating our pet like family — we highly recommend your dog care service to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and compassionate!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura C.
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Laura C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
East Haddam, CT, 06423

“I had a family wedding to go to and wanted to find a safe and comfortable place to leave Winston, my young dorgi (half dachshund, half corgi) who had never been away from me since I was lucky enough to get him. Laura and her family turned out to be the perfect people and place. With a beautiful, safe home out in the country, a deck and fenced in yard where he could play, a open-plan house where he was visible at all times, Laura’s place was perfect. And the bonus: three little girls who adored him and lavished attention upon him, much to his delight. Laura, herself, was wonderful, caring, professional, delightful. She took him on long walks which he loved, texted me photos and updates on this progress during the stay, saw to his every need and even made some recommendations to me as to feeding bowls which might slow his eating down (he snarfs up his food in seconds!). I was afraid he wouldn’t want to come home. But I think he knows he can go back and stay in this home away from home which he will definitely be doing the next time I need to go away without him. I can’t tell you the peace of mind that all this brought me, knowing that he was happy and being well-cared-for and loved.”

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Morgan S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
5 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Enfield, CT, 06082

“Morgan was super helpful when I needed a sitter on my road trip! She was so good with Molly and helped out extra since Molly wasn’t feeling the best on my trip and eating irregularly”

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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Columbia is $50

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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Columbia on Rover is $39.96 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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

There are 771 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Columbia. About 92% of Columbia sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

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.

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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

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 CT ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.

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