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Top rated Columbia house sitters
“Nikki was amazing and did a great job house sitting & watching our cat Max. We appreciated that she kept in contact with us & sent photos of our boy while we were out of the State. I loved hearing that he was being extra cuddly/snuggly and know he must have liked having her here. We would definitely have her watch him again.”
“Sarah did a fantastic job with taking care of our girl. Our 10 year old laborer rarely eats when we travel, but with Sarah she did eat. Our girl was so relaxed and happy when we arrived home. You could hardly tell that Sarah had been in the house it was so clean.”
“Yolanda did a wonderful job, especially after our cockatiel threw some challenges at her. She took great care of our elderly dog and new cat as well.”
“Bronte was great! She took amazing care of both our pets and left our house spotless! She even lifted our dog a new toy. Would highly recommend!”
“Menkaure did a great job taking care of our dog. He was polite and professional. Upon our return, it was clear our dog was loved and well taken care of. Thank you!”
“Aryanna took care of our dog and cat while we were out of town for a week. She did a wonderful job! She was very thoughtful and attentive to the pets, and kept us updated on how they were doing. I highly recommend her as a house and pet sitter!”
“Jasmine was great taking care of my 70 lb. boy Dutch. She stayed at my house for four days. She sent photos and updates every couple of hours, which I really appreciated. Dutch is a scaredy cat (i.e., reactive) with many male dogs, so I was nervous about how the walks would go. But, they all seemed to go well. I didn't ask her to, but she put sheets in the washer and ran the dishwasher before she left. I plan to use her again if I need to. Dave”
“Brent is amazing. Not only is he an incredible human being but he truly cares about his clients. Scout absolutely loves him. I’ve used Brent for house sitting and dog walking and would highly recommend him.”
“Abby stayed at my house to pet sit my dog for the weekend. She was great! Abby is very conscientious, thorough, kind, attentive and trustworthy. She texted us while we were away with updates which I greatly appreciated. We will certainly contact her for future pet sitting dates.”
About: I grew up around dogs whether it was friends, neighbors, or family. While I am living with cat’s now (that I love) I miss the friendly and energetic nature of dogs. I’m currently in college taking online classes for the summer, so I have plenty of time to be there and be present. I have lots of love to give ❤️ I believe a tired pet is a happy pet. I keep them active with walks, fetch, or playtime tailored to their energy level. For cats, I love using wand toys to find what they like the most. I always follow the pet’s routine and make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved.
“Kayla is amazing! She took such good care of Bealey! She was flexible and worked with me too since I had a change in travel plans! I appreciate her so much and will definitely ask for her in the future!”
“Joanne was a house & dog sitter for us while we were on a 2 week vacation. Our dog Diamond is almost 17 years old and a slow but enthusiastic walker. Joanne did great taking care of Diamond which included giving her a bunch of different meds. and supplements at different times. Our dog was very relaxed when we returned home which means she was very comfortable with her new sitter. Joanne communicated with us well and followed a lot of complicated instructions. All in all, a great experience.”
“Marissa is so sweet and kind, my dogs enjoy it when she babysits them. My one dog is apprehensive of strangers but he came around to Marissa pretty quickly. I highly recommend Marissa for your pet sitting needs.”
About: I have been around animals for most of my life, learning the importance of attentive training and handling. I love animals, dogs especially, and have routinely cared for pets. I am very patient and calm, but also high energy. Whether a short walk or a longer outdoor adventure is needed, I look forward to the opportunity! I have experience with handling medication for senior dogs, as well as interacting with puppies. I’m looking to be active this summer, and what better way than a walk with a 4-legged friend? I hope to be a friend of your beloved fluffy family member and I look forward to meeting them! I am fairly flexible during the summer, my days are pretty open! Depending on case by case scenarios, we can work out a plan! I love to be outside, so walking dogs seems like the best of both worlds to me! I like to have as much information as possible- if your dog needs time to warm up to a new face, I completely understand. I would rather get to know your pet than startle them because this will make our interactions way more enjoyable. I would rather have too much detail than not enough! If your pet prefers a specific walking route, or expects a treat afterwards, or needs to be carried for part of the time- these are important details to make the experience that much better for your pet :)
“She treats our fur babies like family. Victoria and Albert didn't seem as anxious when we returned as they have with other sitters. She spends sufficient time in our house while sitting that it maintains the routines that help our pets feel safe and loved. Very grateful for Michele's attentive care.”
“Thanks Cristen for taking such great care of my dogs! The dogs were happy to see me but were obviously well taken care of. We will definitely be thinking of you next time we need a sitter. You were great.”
“Aby was amazing! My cat immediately got comfortable with her. She followed all my instructors and took good care of my furry one.”
“We or should I say our pups love having Lauren visit and house sit. Very comfortable with her caring for the pups. Definitely working out well. 😊☮️♥️”
About: I was raised with several pets and have a small rescue pup, Archie. I’ve worked well with a variety of cats and dogs and pride myself in being very responsive. I work hard to ensure a stress-free experience for you and your pet. Being the owner of a shy rescue, I understand the importance of being attentive to a pet’s needs and monitoring how they respond to situations to ensure they are happy. I promise to treat your pet with the same love and attention I would give my own! New clients feel free to use my promo code: BENL10963 I can be flexible in scheduling around what works best for you and your pet, however, I am generally unavailable between 10am-4pm on weekdays. Feel free to reach out to ask about my specific availability. I’m very cognizant to make sure that your pet is secure and comfortable in its environment and that all of its needs are being tended to.
“Olivia was great. Very flexible with my dogs schedule and patient with her since she is a rescue and needs lots of time and slow pace to get used to people. Olivia made me feel comfortable during my time away and allowed me to relax and come home to a clean house and a happy dog!”
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Nikki D.Star Sitter
“Nikki was amazing and did a great job house sitting & watching our cat Max. We appreciated that she kept in contact with us & sent photos of our boy while we were out of the State. I loved hearing that he was being extra cuddly/snuggly and know he must have liked having her here. We would definitely have her watch him again.”
Sarah E.Star Sitter
“Sarah did a fantastic job with taking care of our girl. Our 10 year old laborer rarely eats when we travel, but with Sarah she did eat. Our girl was so relaxed and happy when we arrived home. You could hardly tell that Sarah had been in the house it was so clean.”
Yolanda B.Star Sitter
“Yolanda did a wonderful job, especially after our cockatiel threw some challenges at her. She took great care of our elderly dog and new cat as well.”
Bronte B.Star Sitter
“Bronte was great! She took amazing care of both our pets and left our house spotless! She even lifted our dog a new toy. Would highly recommend!”
Menkaure A.
“Menkaure did a great job taking care of our dog. He was polite and professional. Upon our return, it was clear our dog was loved and well taken care of. Thank you!”
Aryanna H.Star Sitter
“Aryanna took care of our dog and cat while we were out of town for a week. She did a wonderful job! She was very thoughtful and attentive to the pets, and kept us updated on how they were doing. I highly recommend her as a house and pet sitter!”
Jasmine I.
“Jasmine was great taking care of my 70 lb. boy Dutch. She stayed at my house for four days. She sent photos and updates every couple of hours, which I really appreciated. Dutch is a scaredy cat (i.e., reactive) with many male dogs, so I was nervous about how the walks would go. But, they all seemed to go well. I didn't ask her to, but she put sheets in the washer and ran the dishwasher before she left. I plan to use her again if I need to. Dave”
Brent A.Star Sitter
“Brent is amazing. Not only is he an incredible human being but he truly cares about his clients. Scout absolutely loves him. I’ve used Brent for house sitting and dog walking and would highly recommend him.”
Abby & Chris B.Star Sitter
“Abby stayed at my house to pet sit my dog for the weekend. She was great! Abby is very conscientious, thorough, kind, attentive and trustworthy. She texted us while we were away with updates which I greatly appreciated. We will certainly contact her for future pet sitting dates.”
Susan A.
“Susan is a great sitter! Whenever I need to leave my fur babies, I always know I can trust her to care for them. My two dogs Luna and Bart, love her! And my cat Sally who is usually skittish warmed up to her quickly. Would highly recommend!”
Kayla V.Star Sitter
“Kayla is amazing! She took such good care of Bealey! She was flexible and worked with me too since I had a change in travel plans! I appreciate her so much and will definitely ask for her in the future!”
Joanne H.Star Sitter
“Joanne was a house & dog sitter for us while we were on a 2 week vacation. Our dog Diamond is almost 17 years old and a slow but enthusiastic walker. Joanne did great taking care of Diamond which included giving her a bunch of different meds. and supplements at different times. Our dog was very relaxed when we returned home which means she was very comfortable with her new sitter. Joanne communicated with us well and followed a lot of complicated instructions. All in all, a great experience.”
Marissa D.Star Sitter
“Marissa is so sweet and kind, my dogs enjoy it when she babysits them. My one dog is apprehensive of strangers but he came around to Marissa pretty quickly. I highly recommend Marissa for your pet sitting needs.”
Alanna H.
“Alanna is awesome! She is always my go to person to watch my cat Bob. She is so nice and loving and follows all my instructions I have for Bob. I have a bit of a needy cat but she did everything I needed and gave him lots of attention.”
Michele M.
“She treats our fur babies like family. Victoria and Albert didn't seem as anxious when we returned as they have with other sitters. She spends sufficient time in our house while sitting that it maintains the routines that help our pets feel safe and loved. Very grateful for Michele's attentive care.”
Cristen N.
“Thanks Cristen for taking such great care of my dogs! The dogs were happy to see me but were obviously well taken care of. We will definitely be thinking of you next time we need a sitter. You were great.”
Abby C.
“Aby was amazing! My cat immediately got comfortable with her. She followed all my instructors and took good care of my furry one.”
Lauren B.Star Sitter
“We or should I say our pups love having Lauren visit and house sit. Very comfortable with her caring for the pups. Definitely working out well. 😊☮️♥️”
Ben L.
“I cannot recommend Ben highly enough. He is very attentive to dogs needs and provides an abundance of attention and love. He is great about taking dogs on longs walks and making sure that they are comfortable. I know my dog is always in safe hands with Ben and I utilize him frequently for this reason.”
Olivia W.
“Olivia was great. Very flexible with my dogs schedule and patient with her since she is a rescue and needs lots of time and slow pace to get used to people. Olivia made me feel comfortable during my time away and allowed me to relax and come home to a clean house and a happy dog!”
Over 900 pet parents in Columbia have booked house sitting
Columbia pet parents share their Rover experiences
Our dog took a liking to Michele immediately & had a great week with her. I especially appreciate how Michele kept our pup to her usual schedule and gave her lots of love! We returned to a tidy house and well cared for plants on our porch. We will definitely use Michele again if she’s available.
I recently adopted a rescue pup and didn’t want to leave her and my other dog alone for hours. Abby was excellent with my two dogs! She was professional and courteous. She sent me great pictures throughout the day so I knew everything was going smoothly. Have booked her and Chris for 2 more days!
It was such a relief being able to go on our trip to Mexico knowing Remy & Clyde were in great hands. Thank you again Grace!!
Koda seemed to really enjoy himself. He got great care and attention while we we're gone. We got regular pictures and were kept updated on how he was doing.
Like others have mentioned, Parker was fantastic! He stayed in our house to take care of our two dogs for five days while we were away. He was extremely communicative during pre-booking and while taking care of the pups. I will definitely call upon him again and highly recommend him!
Sarah house sat for us and took care of our 2 dogs for a week. Everything was great and the dogs loved her. Our one dog is a picky eater and Sarah took extra care to try and help him eat. We look forward to using her again in the future.
She was amazing - quickly booked, responded, on schedule and even sent photos of our pup - excited to have her again soon!
Jasmine was an absolute gem! She housesat for us with our "boys," a young Border Collie and a grandpa Ginger, for 9 days. Each day, we received updates and photos of her interactions with them. The boys were well-cared-for, and knowing that she was taking such good care of them made our trip stress-free. When we returned, it was as if we'd never left: everything looked great, and the boys were happy. I enthusiastically recommend Jasmine for your pet-sitting needs. She did an outstanding job for us.
Belgica was wonderful with Molly. I could tell Molly was happy and relaxed. This was our first housesitter experience and Belgica made me feel at ease leaving her in our home. I hope to book with Belgica again.
Lauren took great care of Jethro. She was very responsive to our questions. We will definitely use her again!
Great communicator, flexible, and skilled at dealing with different dog behaviors. Thanks for watching our boys!
Kim was great looking after our dog in our home. We knew she was safe and well taken care of! We will definitely use her again.
Danielle was great. She was available for a meet and greet before dog sitting, getting familiar with my dogs and making them feel comfortable. She was really communicative and took great care of my dogs which includes early mornings and frequent bathroom breaks. I would definitely request Danielle again for future bookings.
Ashley is an exceptional dog sitter who always provides outstanding care for my dog. She goes above and beyond typical sitting duties, demonstrating genuine care and complete trustworthiness. Her attention to detail and loving approach makes me feel completely at ease. I'm incredibly grateful to have found such a reliable and dedicated sitter!
How Rover works
1. Search
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2. Meet & Greet
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3. Book & Pay
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Columbia is $50
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Sitters in Columbia average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Columbia on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 7,898 house sitters in Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Columbia house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Columbia have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Columbia.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Columbia house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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