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“Nikki was very communicative and responsive the entire 5 days I was away. She was willing to switch up the already complicated feeding schedule for my kitten when he had GI issues right before I left. My 2 kitties were obviously well cared for & happy while I was away.”
“Very much satisfied with Richard’s services. Took care of my kitty cat during my 3 week long vacation. Cat seemed very happy. Updates were posted with pics for daily drop-ins. I highly recommend.”
“Angela was punctual and gave me good communication. She stayed later than the agreement to make sure my dog went potty, for which I was thankful. Would hire again.”
“Grace took care of our cats when we were away for couple of weeks. She is very professional and has attention to every detail during each visit. This was our first time hiring a pet sitter and we can say Grace has exceeded all expectations. She meticulously followed all instructions and was prompt in responding to any question. We will definitely work with her again in future.”
“taresse was wonderful and patient with our cat, vannah! she took her time and made sure to give our cat lots of love and attention while we were gone. very happy with her work and would love to rehire her again in the future!”
“Clara did amazing! She took really cute pics and eased my anxiety while I was away from my furbabies. She administered my cats medicine successfully and I came home to happy kitties :)”
“Our first time using Rover and we lucked out with Stephani. She was so good about keeping us informed on our cat with photos and updates on how she was doing each day. It puts a pet parents mind at ease to know your fir baby is with someone who obviously loves animals.”
“This was the second time we used Hailey to drop in on our Devon Rex cat while we were on vacation. We couldn’t be happier with how responsible and caring she is with him. She arrives the same time every day and hangs with him for a bit. She takes numerous pics to send to us and reports exactly what she did with feeding and litter maintenance and how her interaction with him went for the day. We love getting the “Hailey Dailey.” I would not hesitate to recommend Hailey for a pet sitter.”
“All I have to say here is that Jessica is fantastic. She took care of my cat for a week and I could tell that my cat was enjoying staying with her and her other pets. She updated me every day on how my cat was doing and sent me lots of pictures, which made it not so hard to be away from him. It's clear that Jessica cares a lot about animals. I'm pretty overprotective of my cat but I fully trust her with him. 110% recommend ✅”
“Very communicative, very reliable. Takes very good care of our babies!”
“Laurie & James are absolute gems!! They took great care of our kitties, Luke & Laya. They provided pictures and updates on each visit. I was worried the kitties would be shy and skittish, but it didn’t take them long to warm up to them. Thank you again Laurie & James, we will definitely be in touch for when we travel in the future. 💕”
“Massive thanks to Sally for being flexible and visiting our two cats over the holiday. She followed all instructions to a tee, kept areas tidy and clean, played with our cats and sent great updates/pictures. Will definitely seek her out for any future cat sitting!”
“Samantha was great with our cat! He took to her right away. I recommend her for your fur babies!”
“Jen is an amazing pet sitter! I cannot say enough about how well she cared for our two cats while we were out of town. I have one cat with special medical issues who requires both oral and injected meds, and Jen handled her complicated situation with the utmost care! She is incredible in her communication and always sent me detailed updates and pictures from her visits. On top of being highly qualified, she has such an evident love for animals. She snuggled my cats on every visit and even got my shy kitty to become her friend. Do not hesitate to call Jen if you want the best care for your family pets! We (and Izzy and Oscar) are already looking forward to her next visits!”
“Shannon communicated regularly and thoroughly while we were away and showed lot of love to our cats!”
“Alex was absolutely great! She took great care of our cat when we were away. Camden takes awhile to warm up to people, and Alex was great and patient and we came home to a very happy kitty. Alex also helped take our trash cans up and down when we were gone, which was super helpful. Her daily updates about Camden and pictures were detailed and appreciated! We would definitely hire her again to help out with Camden.”
“Thank you! Ben was professional and responsive when I needed him to be. Much deserved tip going his way.”
About: I've had experience pet sitting for several families, including multi-day stays where I was responsible for feeding, walking, and giving lots of attention to their pets. I always make sure pets feel safe, cared for, and loved while their owners are away. I'm reliable, detail-oriented, and truly enjoy spending time with animals. As a college student currently back home, I have a flexible schedule with plenty of free time. This allows me to easily fit pet care into my daily routine, whether it's morning walks, afternoon feedings, or overnight stays. I'm available throughout the week and can adjust to meet your pet’s needs. Whether I'm caring for pets in my home or a client's, their safety and comfort always come first. I make sure they’re in a calm, secure environment and follow any specific routines or instructions closely—like feeding times, walking schedules, or medication needs. I also take the time to build trust with each pet, giving them attention and care so they feel safe and happy while you're away.
About: I've had dogs as long as I can remember, and am currently a dog mom of two- one of my dogs being elderly and needing regular medication to keep healthy. I've also been the mom of a rescued, reactive pitbull and took care of him for many years. I was entrusted with being the dog walker for a family in my neighborhood at 11, and kept that job until I left for college just last August. I took her out daily for long walks and picked up after her. I've been entrusted with other dogs in my neighborhood in that time, even house-sitting for some families for up to a week. Currently home from university for summer break, so my schedule is completely empty. With such an open schedule, I'm free for short-notice bookings when necessary! I'm good about picking up after pets both during walks and when accidents happen. I can keep a safe environment- keeping things off of floors and low surfaces. I'm happy to send updates and pictures as needed, and I'll be sure to keep your pet happy and taken care of. Any keys and codes entrusted to me will be kept completely safe and confidential.
About: Hi there! I grew up in a home full of dogs and have been caring for pups my whole life. From tiny Havanese to big, energetic German Shepherds, I’ve had hands-on experience with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities. Whether your dog loves long walks, belly rubs, or just relaxing at home, I’ll make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away. As a student with a flexible schedule and plenty of free time, I’m available on all days of the week for dog sitting, walks, and drop-in visits. Whether you need weekday help or weekend coverage, I’m here to give your pup consistent, loving care whenever you need it! Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I provide a calm, secure, and pet-friendly environment in my open floorplan apartment, with no other pets—so your pup gets my full attention. I live just steps away from a large park, perfect for safe walks and outdoor play. Whether we’re enjoying time outside or relaxing indoors, I always follow your care instructions and treat your dog like family!
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Nikki D.Star Sitter
“Nikki was very communicative and responsive the entire 5 days I was away. She was willing to switch up the already complicated feeding schedule for my kitten when he had GI issues right before I left. My 2 kitties were obviously well cared for & happy while I was away.”
Richard K.Star Sitter
“Very much satisfied with Richard’s services. Took care of my kitty cat during my 3 week long vacation. Cat seemed very happy. Updates were posted with pics for daily drop-ins. I highly recommend.”
Angela E.Star Sitter
“Angela was punctual and gave me good communication. She stayed later than the agreement to make sure my dog went potty, for which I was thankful. Would hire again.”
Grace S.
“Grace took care of our cats when we were away for couple of weeks. She is very professional and has attention to every detail during each visit. This was our first time hiring a pet sitter and we can say Grace has exceeded all expectations. She meticulously followed all instructions and was prompt in responding to any question. We will definitely work with her again in future.”
Taresse B.Star Sitter
“taresse was wonderful and patient with our cat, vannah! she took her time and made sure to give our cat lots of love and attention while we were gone. very happy with her work and would love to rehire her again in the future!”
Clara M.Star Sitter
“Clara did amazing! She took really cute pics and eased my anxiety while I was away from my furbabies. She administered my cats medicine successfully and I came home to happy kitties :)”
Stephani A.
“Our first time using Rover and we lucked out with Stephani. She was so good about keeping us informed on our cat with photos and updates on how she was doing each day. It puts a pet parents mind at ease to know your fir baby is with someone who obviously loves animals.”
Hailey B.Star Sitter
“This was the second time we used Hailey to drop in on our Devon Rex cat while we were on vacation. We couldn’t be happier with how responsible and caring she is with him. She arrives the same time every day and hangs with him for a bit. She takes numerous pics to send to us and reports exactly what she did with feeding and litter maintenance and how her interaction with him went for the day. We love getting the “Hailey Dailey.” I would not hesitate to recommend Hailey for a pet sitter.”
Jessica K.Star Sitter
“All I have to say here is that Jessica is fantastic. She took care of my cat for a week and I could tell that my cat was enjoying staying with her and her other pets. She updated me every day on how my cat was doing and sent me lots of pictures, which made it not so hard to be away from him. It's clear that Jessica cares a lot about animals. I'm pretty overprotective of my cat but I fully trust her with him. 110% recommend ✅”
James M.Star Sitter
“Very communicative, very reliable. Takes very good care of our babies!”
Laurie & James M.
“Laurie & James are absolute gems!! They took great care of our kitties, Luke & Laya. They provided pictures and updates on each visit. I was worried the kitties would be shy and skittish, but it didn’t take them long to warm up to them. Thank you again Laurie & James, we will definitely be in touch for when we travel in the future. 💕”
Sally K.
“Massive thanks to Sally for being flexible and visiting our two cats over the holiday. She followed all instructions to a tee, kept areas tidy and clean, played with our cats and sent great updates/pictures. Will definitely seek her out for any future cat sitting!”
Samantha R.
“Samantha was great with our cat! He took to her right away. I recommend her for your fur babies!”
Jennifer M.Star Sitter
“Jen is an amazing pet sitter! I cannot say enough about how well she cared for our two cats while we were out of town. I have one cat with special medical issues who requires both oral and injected meds, and Jen handled her complicated situation with the utmost care! She is incredible in her communication and always sent me detailed updates and pictures from her visits. On top of being highly qualified, she has such an evident love for animals. She snuggled my cats on every visit and even got my shy kitty to become her friend. Do not hesitate to call Jen if you want the best care for your family pets! We (and Izzy and Oscar) are already looking forward to her next visits!”
Shannon D.Star Sitter
“Shannon communicated regularly and thoroughly while we were away and showed lot of love to our cats!”
Alex V.
“Alex was absolutely great! She took great care of our cat when we were away. Camden takes awhile to warm up to people, and Alex was great and patient and we came home to a very happy kitty. Alex also helped take our trash cans up and down when we were gone, which was super helpful. Her daily updates about Camden and pictures were detailed and appreciated! We would definitely hire her again to help out with Camden.”
Ben L.
“Thank you! Ben was professional and responsive when I needed him to be. Much deserved tip going his way.”
Madison H.
“Madison loves cats and dogs and always wants to give them attention and show them the love they need. Ever since I've known Madison she has wanted to have a pet and care for a dog or a cat. Madison is very responsible and was in the honor society in High School before leaving for college. I would highly recommend Madison to watch your pet.”
Ilana M.
“Ilana was reliable for walks and drop in visits with my pittie mix Finley. She is excellent with animals and has been providing dog walking and pet sitting services in my neighborhood for years. My dog Finley loves her and looks forward to his walks and visits with Ilana.”
Alyssa G.
About: Hi there! I grew up in a home full of dogs and have been caring for pups my whole life. From tiny Havanese to big, energetic German Shepherds, I’ve had hands-on experience with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities. Whether your dog loves long walks, belly rubs, or just relaxing at home, I’ll make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away. As a student with a flexible schedule and plenty of free time, I’m available on all days of the week for dog sitting, walks, and drop-in visits. Whether you need weekday help or weekend coverage, I’m here to give your pup consistent, loving care whenever you need it! Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I provide a calm, secure, and pet-friendly environment in my open floorplan apartment, with no other pets—so your pup gets my full attention. I live just steps away from a large park, perfect for safe walks and outdoor play. Whether we’re enjoying time outside or relaxing indoors, I always follow your care instructions and treat your dog like family!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Columbia is $22
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Sitters in Columbia average 8 repeat cat sitting clients
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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 Jun 2025 was about $22 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 Jun 2025, there are 2,720 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, 87% of Columbia cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Columbia have an average of 13 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 2,720 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, 95% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
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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