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“Samantha was so great! She was very prompt and communicated super well about my kitty. She sent great pictures and videos and took care of him super well:) would definitely recommend her for all your pet needs!”
About: I have taken care of dogs and other pets for many years and also worked at the zoo! I love animals and have passion to care for what you love. I will treat each animal like my own, and ensure your love is felt from wherever you are! I am in school currently to get my doctorate in physical therapy, but I have a lot of time to care and help for your furry family members! I have a very open schedule! I will ensure all boundaries are approved by the client and my own. I have a fence and a safe area as well as will send updates to the client as much as possible. I will do my best to be the best sitter and always go above and beyond.
“Saraya is great! She is very responsive and sends pictures and a message after each visit! We have loved having her watch out cats and appreciate the extra things she does such as cleaning the dirty cat dishes!”
About: Cared for rescue dogs for 18+ years. Different needs and personalities! Love it! I will give your pet the same unconditional care and love I give my own. I’m retired from my job and have a flexible schedule to care for your pet. Reach out any time. I appreciate the opportunity to care for your pet. I am willing to care for your pet in your home, drop ins or take them for a walk. I can give medicine and feed them. In addition to lots of love and care.
“Abbey was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to take care of my pet and gave me total peace of mind while I was away. Her updates were detailed and thoughtful, and I could tell she genuinely cared. Highly reliable, friendly, and professional—I'd definitely book with her again!”
About: I have taken care of animals since I was young, I have volunteered in animal shelters and also did an internship at a local pet hospital. I am at home a lot of the time, and I’m able to drop most things to pet care! I spend most of my weekends home as well. Making sure the pets are fed, walked accordingly and of course play! Animals are family so you treat them like family! Always above and beyond for fur babies!
“We really like Caidan, he is wonderful and we feel he is the perfect person to stay with our girl Luna. We are so extremely thankful and feel comfortable leaving our baby in his hands. Thank you so much Caidan!”
About: I have taken care of dogs of all kinds ever since I was very young! I love to play with them, walk them, bathe, anything! I currently am a full time college student so I can mainly have a schedule to run on weekdays, occasional weekends, and no holidays preferably! I cannot watch animals in my home due to being in an apartment but I’m more than willing to do walking and check ins in your home!
About: I’ve had a variety of pets over the years. Dogs, cats, reptiles, and even small animals. In the past I even worked as a Pet Care Manager at a local PetSmart. My own cats are lovable and quirky and I can’t imagine not having them in my life. I work from 730a-430p M-F. I can make trips early in the morning and then after work at night. My availability for the weekends and most holidays are wide open. One of my cats has asthma so we break down her playtime into 10 minute blocks. My own cats get wet food and dry food with litterbox cleaning 2x a week with a deep cleaning every 2 weeks. both of mind are super social so i spend a lot of time petting and grooming them with their fav brush.
About: I have had pets my whole life. I currently have a dog and a pet tortoise. I have also pet sat for friends dogs and mini pigs. I'm ready to treat your family like my family I work full time second shift at the local sheriff department as a dispatcher. My dog is not crated during this time. I do come home on my hour lunch break and let her out and play with her. I have a tie out for potty breaks and a large house to run around. Also visits to the dog park or tractor supply for a bath and some treats.
About: I will train the puppies how to give commands. Training will be conducted according to the pet habits of different customers. Dog walking, feeding and bathing services are also available. I can provide you with the status of your pet in real time, so that you can clearly understand the daily actions of your pet and record it. I will take classes every Monday and Wednesday, and I can do part-time work the rest of the time. I can take care of pets from 2pm to 8pm. If you have any other needs, please contact me in advance and I will arrange the time. We connect the cage to the backyard so that the pets can come and go freely. I accept each client's feeding style and I hope we can communicate before the appointment so that I can make a reasonable feeding based on your situation. I will take care of pets in your home, I will protect your personal property, and I will carry a video camera with me for recording.
About: I have experience with puppies, and hospice dogs. I have extended experience with blind dogs, dogs that wear diapers, and dogs that need support when walking. I even bathe, and can trim nails. I have a pretty flexible job where I can come as go as I please with my company, so I spend most of my days reading a book with my kitties, I would love to meet some new critter friends! In others home, which is what I prefer, I will follow their rules and guidelines on how they like their pet to be cared for. In my own home, I have a large back yard (no fence), and several levels, in which they would have their own space, and all pets are allowed on the furniture! Where we sit, they sit! :)
About: My family and I have had dogs for as long as I can remember, ranging from Shih-Tzus to Gold Retrievers. We’ve also had cats in our house from the moment I was born up to today, and I can’t wait to meet yours! I'm currently working full-time, and I am just looking to make some extra income in these rough times! I can drop-in in the mornings before work and in the afternoons on week days and anytime on the weekends. I love animals, and I thought this would be a great fit for me! I live in Connersville, but I am also frequently in the Rushville area for work. I am very detail oriented, so I will be sure to take care of your pets to the best of my ability. You can put your trust in me!
About: We have been pet owners for the last 11 years and have watched many dogs in our own home and in others’ homes since we were teenagers. We have experience watching dogs and cats that take medication, those with limited mobility, puppies, senior dogs, cats, and several other pets. We love any and all animals! We work from home and have pretty good breaks in our day. We are available for a lunch time walk, or can provide potty breaks & walks after 3 pm on most days. Evenings and weekends are totally free as well. We have a 5 year old Mini Australian Shepherd that is hesitant around other animals. Our 3 year old golden doodle loves any and every dog and human. We live in a house with a fenced in yard, and love to take 2-3 walks a day. We would love to care for our animals! We work from home so we have lots of time in our day that is flexible and dedicated to our pups and yours. We take at least 2 walks a day and spend plenty of time outside. We have a big fenced yard and 2 fur babies that are very playful and friendly. We have plenty of space inside and outside for the dogs to play, but also plenty of room to separate dogs as needed for quiet time.
About: I grew up with 3 large breed dogs and have done 2 years of dog walking / pet sitting! During my 2 years of pet sitting, I took care of puppies from 6 weeks old to senior dogs. Things that fell under the description of ‘took care of’ are; picking up poop, feeding / following dietary schedules, administering medications, walks, play time, bathroom breaks, training work, mental stimulation (snuffle mats, kongs, etc.) I do daily dog walks, and am helping my parents raise and train a German shepherd! I also have 2 cats of my own at home. I will travel to your home by car! I do not offer care for your pets in my home due to my cats not being very sociable haha!!
About: I have lived on a farm my whole life and I have been surrounded by animals since I was little. I have taken care of dogs from newborn to senior and everything in between. I have lots of experience with puppies and older dogs. I grew up around labs, German shepherds, Australian shepherds, and many mix breeds. I have had lots of cats and I know to how care for and love them as well! I currently set my own hours, so I have plenty of time to care for your wonderful pet or pets! If you have a time or set of times in mind, I am happy to work with you. I am happy to help in any manner you wish for your pet or pets! I love getting a set of "basic" rules as well a set of rules and other information specific to your pet.
About: I have had dogs my whole life, I strive to make all animals’ lives better. I believe mental stimulation is just as important as physical activity. I am currently preparing to start grooming school this year! (I also have quite a bit of experience with houseplants!) I work night shift (6pm - 4:30am) so it can be difficult but I make pet care a priority. I make sure to spend as much time outside as possible doing a mix of basic training and puzzles. I live on a farm with an open field and one semi-reactive dog (Which would be put in the house to prevent accidents). While outside I take my dog for walks around the field so she can sniff and dig as much as she would like. I also do snuffle mats/dog puzzles
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Samantha B.
“Samantha was so great! She was very prompt and communicated super well about my kitty. She sent great pictures and videos and took care of him super well:) would definitely recommend her for all your pet needs!”
Nick O.
“Nick has cared for my dogs Daisy and Callie many times when I have traveled. He does a phenomenal job caring for them and making sure they get all the love and exercise they need. My pups love Nick and are always so excited and happy to see him!”
Saraya T.
“Saraya is great! She is very responsive and sends pictures and a message after each visit! We have loved having her watch out cats and appreciate the extra things she does such as cleaning the dirty cat dishes!”
Angela D.
About: Cared for rescue dogs for 18+ years. Different needs and personalities! Love it! I will give your pet the same unconditional care and love I give my own. I’m retired from my job and have a flexible schedule to care for your pet. Reach out any time. I appreciate the opportunity to care for your pet. I am willing to care for your pet in your home, drop ins or take them for a walk. I can give medicine and feed them. In addition to lots of love and care.
Abbey W.Star Sitter
“Abbey was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond to take care of my pet and gave me total peace of mind while I was away. Her updates were detailed and thoughtful, and I could tell she genuinely cared. Highly reliable, friendly, and professional—I'd definitely book with her again!”
Adriann C.
About: I have taken care of animals since I was young, I have volunteered in animal shelters and also did an internship at a local pet hospital. I am at home a lot of the time, and I’m able to drop most things to pet care! I spend most of my weekends home as well. Making sure the pets are fed, walked accordingly and of course play! Animals are family so you treat them like family! Always above and beyond for fur babies!
Caidan R.
“We really like Caidan, he is wonderful and we feel he is the perfect person to stay with our girl Luna. We are so extremely thankful and feel comfortable leaving our baby in his hands. Thank you so much Caidan!”
Jana P.
About: I have taken care of dogs of all kinds ever since I was very young! I love to play with them, walk them, bathe, anything! I currently am a full time college student so I can mainly have a schedule to run on weekdays, occasional weekends, and no holidays preferably! I cannot watch animals in my home due to being in an apartment but I’m more than willing to do walking and check ins in your home!
Lora B.
“My name is Taylor. Lora is one of my closest friends, and in all of the time I've known her, she's shown herself to be a passionate, caring, and capable pet owner and caregiver. She owns two cats, one of which she adopted not long ago, and they're both healthy and happy in her home. She's a very gentle owner and treats not just her own pets but others with the utmost care and attention, and you couldn't find someone better to be providing their services on Rover.com.”
Korah T.
About: I have had pets my whole life. I currently have a dog and a pet tortoise. I have also pet sat for friends dogs and mini pigs. I'm ready to treat your family like my family I work full time second shift at the local sheriff department as a dispatcher. My dog is not crated during this time. I do come home on my hour lunch break and let her out and play with her. I have a tie out for potty breaks and a large house to run around. Also visits to the dog park or tractor supply for a bath and some treats.
Yiguo W.
“Nice pets care, very impenitent and very kind of person, gave my pets good training and very helpful, picked my pet shit 💩 and play with my pet.”
Deidre F.
“Deidre cares for pets more than anyone else I’ve met. She will drive states away just to save an animal. She’ll shower the pet with so much love and try to be its best friend”
Ali H.
“I would recommend Ali to anyone! She is so nice and great with my animals. I never have to worry when they are in her care!”
Abby C.
“Perfect! Thank you!”
Brooke F.
“Brooke and Becca were the GREATEST dog sitters we could have ever asked for. Our pups can be fairly high maintenance due to energy levels and separation anxiety, but they handled them with ease! We are very particular about who we leave our dogs with after having a really negative sitter experience, but Brooke and Becca made us feel very at ease. They followed all of our wishes and rules with the dogs and kept us updated with pictures and videos throughout our trip. We’re so happy we found them and will only leave our pups with them moving forward! ♥️”
Abby H.
“Abby watched our dog Athena while my fiancé and I went on vacation. She was so caring, loving and attentive to athena. She did everything i asked and more! She consistently communicated with me about everything which was much appreciated. I will definitely be using Abby again. thank you abby!”
Ali V.
“Ali did outstanding job with Makita our puppy. Very happy to find her. She lives in the same small town that we do.”
Clara W.
About: I have lived on a farm my whole life and I have been surrounded by animals since I was little. I have taken care of dogs from newborn to senior and everything in between. I have lots of experience with puppies and older dogs. I grew up around labs, German shepherds, Australian shepherds, and many mix breeds. I have had lots of cats and I know to how care for and love them as well! I currently set my own hours, so I have plenty of time to care for your wonderful pet or pets! If you have a time or set of times in mind, I am happy to work with you. I am happy to help in any manner you wish for your pet or pets! I love getting a set of "basic" rules as well a set of rules and other information specific to your pet.
Taylor B.
“Taylor has been taking care of our animals for some time. She is dependable, caring and flexible. She follows all directions that I leave for her. She is very responsible and if an issue arises she has contacted me for instructions on what I would like to do. I really appreciate that she contacts me when something other than the normal happens.”
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Columbia is $20
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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 Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 13 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, cat sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing cat sitters available 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 13 cat sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific 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.
Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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