Dog Boarding in Columbia
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“Bruno was great! He clearly loves animals and gave our senior dog extra care. Excellent and consistent communication. We will definitely be boarding with him next time.”
“Feliz & Ken are the only people I trust my baby with. When Higgy is with them, he is with family and I have amazing peace of mind that is priceless!”
““Exceptional Dog Sitting Experience!” I can’t recommend Alicia enough! From the moment I reached out, they were incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive to my dog’s needs. During the time they cared for my dog, I received regular updates, photos, and even videos, which made me feel at ease knowing my pup was in such great hands. Not only did Aliciavfollow all of my dog’s routines, but they also went above and beyond, ensuring my pet was happy, comfortable, and well-exercised. My dog came back home relaxed, content, and obviously well cared for. If you’re looking for a reliable, trustworthy, and loving dog sitter, look no further! Alicia is amazing b”
“Priscilla took great care of Finn,I went out of town in peace knowing that he in good hand,the pictures she sent shows that he’s having a good time. This is the second time Finn stay with Priscilla,I wish she could take care of Finn every time we need to go out of town.”
“Such great pictures and comments the whole time our dog was being watched by Brittanie and Ryan. My dog seemed so relaxed and absolutely loved the yard that he could run around in, along with having some other dogs to play with. Highly recommend and we will definitely be using them again!”
“We had a family emergency and had to go out of town without our puppies. We were very anxious leaving them for the first time. But Joy and Rodney took great care of them. We got lots of pictures and videos, which helped us know they were safe and happy. It was a very great experience for us.”
“I am always very nervous to leave my dog Teddy however having Chelsea and her husband watch him put my nerves at ease. They frequently communicated with me and sent updates and pictures. it truly looks like my dog Teddy was living his best life at their house!! I would highly recommend them. I feel better about leaving now, knowing that I have somebody that I can trust with him.”
“Our energetic puppy had such a great time during his stay! He is best friends with Rocco. I highly recommend Lakesha and Marshall for boarding your dog - we will definitely be using them again!”
“Jerry did an awesome job taking care of Oreo for the past few days. He was very accommodating and communicated daily with status updates and pictures. From what I could see in the pics Oreo had a blast and was well taken care of! Highly recommended!”
“Esther and Yi took excellent care of my Shorkie. He got to snuggle with the family and lots of walks. I received photos and updates every day. If I need Charlie to be boarded again, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to them.”
“Susan provided wonderful care of our dog, Zim, while we were on vacation. He spent more than a week with her and we were given daily updates/pictures, which were very much appreciated. Zim was walked twice/day and Susan played fetch with him. She is a very responsible sitter; we would definitely book with her again and we highly recommend her to other pet owners!”
“Outstanding. Highly recommend. I left my two doggies with Lorenzo when I had to go out of town. They came home happy and tired, which is the sign of a great time. He communicated regularly and sent lots of pictures (which I had asked for). Their big yard was fantastic for my energetic Australian Shepherd/Poodle mixes and I had absolutely no concerns about them while I was away.”
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Theresa C.Star Sitter
“Lots of updates and our dog came back with more energy than ever. Theresa gives lots of pictures which was nice to see. Would definitely be back if needed”
Bruno D.Star Sitter
“Bruno was great! He clearly loves animals and gave our senior dog extra care. Excellent and consistent communication. We will definitely be boarding with him next time.”
Felice & Ken & Tyler & Morgan T.
Star Sitter
“Feliz & Ken are the only people I trust my baby with. When Higgy is with them, he is with family and I have amazing peace of mind that is priceless!”
Alicia & James A.Star Sitter
““Exceptional Dog Sitting Experience!” I can’t recommend Alicia enough! From the moment I reached out, they were incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive to my dog’s needs. During the time they cared for my dog, I received regular updates, photos, and even videos, which made me feel at ease knowing my pup was in such great hands. Not only did Aliciavfollow all of my dog’s routines, but they also went above and beyond, ensuring my pet was happy, comfortable, and well-exercised. My dog came back home relaxed, content, and obviously well cared for. If you’re looking for a reliable, trustworthy, and loving dog sitter, look no further! Alicia is amazing b”
Morgan J.
“Morgan was great with our playful pup! She was beyond accommodating when weather changed our travels plans. Would ABSOLUTELY use Morgan whenever we need!”
Priscilla H.Star Sitter
“Priscilla took great care of Finn,I went out of town in peace knowing that he in good hand,the pictures she sent shows that he’s having a good time. This is the second time Finn stay with Priscilla,I wish she could take care of Finn every time we need to go out of town.”
Mariah B.Star Sitter
“Mariah takes great care of Riley. Riley doesn’t like being away overnight, but she has a great time in Mariah’s house and enjoys her time with Wren”
Brittanie & Ryan C.Star Sitter
“Such great pictures and comments the whole time our dog was being watched by Brittanie and Ryan. My dog seemed so relaxed and absolutely loved the yard that he could run around in, along with having some other dogs to play with. Highly recommend and we will definitely be using them again!”
Jessica B.Star Sitter
“Daisy had a great time boarding here! Park trips, long walks, and extra snuggles to calm her during a thunderstorm. She came home tired and in great spirits!”
Joy & Rodney S.Star Sitter
“We had a family emergency and had to go out of town without our puppies. We were very anxious leaving them for the first time. But Joy and Rodney took great care of them. We got lots of pictures and videos, which helped us know they were safe and happy. It was a very great experience for us.”
Chelsea Z.Star Sitter
“I am always very nervous to leave my dog Teddy however having Chelsea and her husband watch him put my nerves at ease. They frequently communicated with me and sent updates and pictures. it truly looks like my dog Teddy was living his best life at their house!! I would highly recommend them. I feel better about leaving now, knowing that I have somebody that I can trust with him.”
Stephanie G.Star Sitter
“Ollie had a great time with Stephanie and her family. She updated us with pictures and kept us informed throughout his stay. I would highly recommend Stephanie.”
Amit P.Star Sitter
“Amit took wonderful care of Lucy! He sent daily updates and I knew she was in great care while we were gone! We would definitely use Amit again!”
Lakesha & Marshall O.Star Sitter
“Our energetic puppy had such a great time during his stay! He is best friends with Rocco. I highly recommend Lakesha and Marshall for boarding your dog - we will definitely be using them again!”
Jasmine I.
“Jasmine took great care of Canelo! He was very happy in the pictures she sent me and she took the time to mix Canelo’s dry and wet food to get him to eat his food.”
Taylor D.
“Taylor is a rock star dog sitter! Maui loves his time with Taylor and her fur babies. We can’t thank Taylor enough for taking care of our puppy!”
Jerry Z.Star Sitter
“Jerry did an awesome job taking care of Oreo for the past few days. He was very accommodating and communicated daily with status updates and pictures. From what I could see in the pics Oreo had a blast and was well taken care of! Highly recommended!”
Esther & Yi L.
“Esther and Yi took excellent care of my Shorkie. He got to snuggle with the family and lots of walks. I received photos and updates every day. If I need Charlie to be boarded again, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to them.”
Susan W.
“Susan provided wonderful care of our dog, Zim, while we were on vacation. He spent more than a week with her and we were given daily updates/pictures, which were very much appreciated. Zim was walked twice/day and Susan played fetch with him. She is a very responsible sitter; we would definitely book with her again and we highly recommend her to other pet owners!”
Lorenzo N.
“Outstanding. Highly recommend. I left my two doggies with Lorenzo when I had to go out of town. They came home happy and tired, which is the sign of a great time. He communicated regularly and sent lots of pictures (which I had asked for). Their big yard was fantastic for my energetic Australian Shepherd/Poodle mixes and I had absolutely no concerns about them while I was away.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Columbia is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Columbia dog boarding rates can be found as low as $31 to as high as $65 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 5,469 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, 91% of Columbia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Columbia have an average of 14 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 5,469 dog boarding sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbia, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
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