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1. Katie M.
“Katie was excellent with Melvin, on time for all check-ins and he seemed to enjoy her company!”
2. Ellen F.
“Ace really took to Ellen. It was very nice knowing he was well taken care of. I will definitely be reaching out to Ellen again. Thanks so much!”
3. Barclay N.
“Barclay was amazing!! I had never left my two cats alone in the house overnight, let alone for a week. I was pretty nervous, but Barclay was great at checking in on them, making sure their needs were met, and even making time to play with them. He was consistent with his feedback to me, and very communicative if there was an issue or question. I think that animals can tell when someone is a good person and both my cats and my husband and I agree that Barclay is great! Would definitely recommend. Thanks again, Barclay!!”
4. Karcyn S.
“Karcyn did so so good with my critters. She was always immediately responsive and attentive. Oh, and she took my trash out, y'all. 🥰 Using her again for sure!”
5. Samantha K.
“Samantha took excellent care of our two senior dogs! She is extremely responsible, attentive, calm and caring. We could not be happier and will definitely be booking future visits!”
6. Patrick N.
“Patrick was professional, honest, and thought on his feet to ensure our dog had the right care. When our dog was sick, he kept us up to date and provided pictures so we could keep tabs on our dog’s eating. We are grateful for the care he provided!”
7. Allison R.
“Allison is awesome. Keeps my two cats so happy and happily does extra jobs while you are away. My 2 are shy of strangers but warm up to her quickly. Great pictures!”
8. Erin A.
“Erin was fantastic! I loved getting the pictures of my kitty twice daily. She even came out in a terrible storm which I would not expect. ? Recommend!’”
9. Katelyn C.
“This was our second time booking with Katelyn and everything went great. We really appreciated getting updates on both our boys. We would definitely book Katelyn again.”
10. Anna V.
“Anna has done a wonderful job with out dog, Luna. She always communicates with us about how the visit went plus send photos! She takes her for walks and plays with her. Luna is a big puppy, and can be a handful, but Anna is great with her! We definitely recommend Anna!”
11. Donovan D.
“Donovan is very good with pets and always has been. Absolutely trustworthy with your doggos! He's a dog gone amazing walker and really helps your dog SHED the pounds!!”
12. Peyton N.
About: •Dog handling and care •Dog training experience • In Home boarding/ fostering of pets •Doggy daycare and boarding experience •Cat room caretaker at PetSmart •Exotic animal care experience •Exotic animal breeding •Zoo keeping experience I currently work from home, so I have plenty of time and space in my home to accommodate any pets needs, as well as transportation if I’m needed to come to to you! I foster dogs on a regular basis, and just enjoy being around animals of all kinds! I have a fenced in yard, and two pet friendly dogs that can be completely separated from your pet if need be. I have a 5 bedroom home, so there is plenty of space for everyone to have their own space!
13. Susan J.
About: I love all of God’s creatures and I know how precious our pets are to us. They bring so much joy I would love to take care of your pet. I work at a hospital and just work weekends so I can take care of pets Monday through Thursday and I’m available anytime those days. I have no problem caring for a pet at my home or the owners home. I would follow the instructions of the owner with care.
14. Melissa U.
“Melissa did a great job with our boys and letting them out. We really appreciated all her feedback and breakdown of the visit. We came back to happy dogs and would book her again.”
15. John K.
About: I have raised all types of animals and always had great luck with all my animals!! We currently have chickens and 2 outdoor cats, We just lost our dog tbonz of 12 years to cancer in January. Now we decided to help others in need of boarding there dogs. We have 5 acre field for dog running also a large fenced in back yard for potty breaks. My wife works from home on fridays and mondays and we are home on the weekends to all spend time with the boarding animals. We look forward to lending a helping hand. We would treat the pets as our own, we are a very pet friendly family. My kids love pets and we also are teaching them responsibilities of raising animals, so they would be helping us out in boarding the animals.
16. Tina L.
About: I am an avid pet lover. I’ve been around dogs all my life (minus a short time when I lived in an apartment and couldn’t have a dog, so we decided to adopt 2 cats!). I am a pretty active gal, and am able to take dogs for walks (and even run if they want to). I'm open to drop in visits, housesitting, walks, etc. I am unable to provide boarding at my house, as our Chloe is selective about her friends. We are working with her on being more tolerant of others. If boarding is your preference, I would be open to a Chloe meet-and-greet to make sure your dog and Chloe are comfortable with each other. I work locally around Columbia, so I am able to do some petsitting during the week. I have more availability on the weekends. If my schedule allows, I can drop in on lunch to check on your pets. Your rules are my rules. As long as the dog/cat/etc. is happy, I am happy. My dogs are allowed on furniture and have the run of the house. Of course, they are not chewers and (typically) do not destroy things.
17. Michelle S.
“I was very impressed with Michelle - she went above and beyond in caring for my dog while I was away. She took extra care to fill up his water bowl and turn on a light for him since it was getting dark outside and it would still be a while until I returned home. I have a camera set up in my home and was notified when she arrived to care for my dog. I could tell she is very passionate about animals in the way she interacted with him. Highly recommend!”
18. Andrea H.
“Andrea would be a good pet caregiver. She took loving good care of her furbaby for almost 15 years. He was a beloved pet, given the utmost loving care and a beloved member of their family. Unfortunately he got very sick, and had to be said goodbye to. But she put his best interest and well-being first.He was loved beyond words.”
19. Morgan J.
“I have know Morgan since she was 6 years old. I would highly recommend her for taking care of your dog in anyway needed. Morgan has watched my dog at times and also other people’s dogs that I know. She is very trust worthy and you would have no worries with her in your homes or with your pets. Give her a try, you won’t regret it!! Penny B.”
20. Colton B.
“Colton is the embodiment of ‘above and beyond’. Very responsive, friendly, and timely. I will absolutely be rebooking Colton’s services in the future. Bravo Colton! ??”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Columbia on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 449 cat sitters in Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Columbia cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Columbia have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Columbia.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Columbia cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 449 cat sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Columbia, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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