Dog Boarding in Columbia
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“Erin did a great job taking care of my puppy for the weekend! When I went to drop Lottie off she brought her dog down so that they could meet on neutral territory, which was really nice and during the weekend she text me updates and pics every day. I liked that she only took one pet at a time in addition to hers, that made me feel much safer leaving my puppy there. I would definitely recommend and use her services again!”
“Our dog Sammi is over 14 years old and I needed a caring sitter for when we went on our 12 day trip. Sammi had stayed at Amanda's house before and liked Amanda and her dog Frankie. This trip was perfect having reassurance that Sammi was in a loving home and AMANDA kept us aware of how Sammi was doing. The picture she sent to us where Sammi was laying in Frankie's bed with Frankie was too cute! I know Sammi had a great stay at Amanda's house and we will use her whenever we need s sitter. Thank you AMANDA!!!”
“My daughter is a freshman at Mizzou and wanted to see her pup. (We live in Minnesota) Jennifer took Duke with minimal notice. I appreciated the pictures she sent. Duke was tired when he got home, so I know he had fun with Jennifer. We would definitely have Duke stay with her again next time we are in town!”
“I've had very good luck with sitters on Rover. We've never had one we didn't like, but our experience with Catlyn was above and beyond. Our dog was treated like part of the family and had a great time spending a week with Catlyn's dogs and being a part of her family. I will never feel bad about leaving our dog with a sitter if she is in Catlyn's hands. She is also great at communicating and sending updates with photos and video. Highly recommend.”
“Matt and Angel are wonderful. My golden has stayed with them a few times now and always has a great visit. Tons of photos and updates for me, tons of pets and treats for her. They go above and beyond (even cooking Rocky special meals on a visit when she had an upset stomach and sending her home with the extra.) Couldn’t recommend Matt and Angel more highly. Thanks!”
“Victoria was the best host! My 4month puppy, Joy was well taken care of and got play time in a nice fenced yard.I received updates and pics every day and felt good about leaving Joy in her hands. I definitely recommend and would definitely re-book.”
“My 2 pups had a great time with Alicen. We loved getting daily updates and could see they were having a great time and great care was taken with them. Will definitely use Alicen again when we have to leave town. She is very knowledgeable and friendly.”
“Stephanie is the best! She always sends detailed and thoughtful updates about Mooncake's time in her home—from the walks they've gone on, to the movies they've watched together in the evening. Stephanie truly treats Mooncake like one of her own dogs, and it gives me such peace of mind to know that he's always in wonderful and caring hands with her.”
“Dani and her wife were great with our dog Lucy while we were out of town! They took extra time to get to know her and sent reports and photos each day. I really appreciated the love and attention they gave her, and Lucy got along with their two dogs after getting to know them. They have a nice home and fenced yard. Highly recommend!”
“Nicole was really good with my dog. She has back yard for them to play. She will walk them and take them to dog park. Will definitely use her again if she is available.”
“Macee was fantastic! She cared for our dog like he was her own, kept us updated with adorable pictures and videos throughout his day and we know he had the best time! We really appreciated her great care!”
“Once again, Mary did a great job for us boarding our Dobby on Thanksgiving day. We contacted her on Tuesday and she was able to accommodate us. We recommend Mary for boarding and will use her services again to board Dobby.”
“I really love the way Brandon handled my dog. He took him on a walk, and it looked like he was even at a park. My dog did not really like men when I first got him, but when I gave my dog to Brandon, my dog looked up at him he knew he was getting ready to have a great time. I will definitely recommend Brandon to any dogs family. I truly appreciate his help.”
“I needed to find a babysitter quickly and Haley accepted my last minute babysitter request. Kona enjoyed his stay! Haley sent updated photos throughout his entire stay to keep me tuned in with how Kona was doing. I loved all the photos that gave me reassurance that Kona was doing well. Thank you for taking good care of Kona while I was away. It makes me happy knowing that Kona was well taken care of when Im not available. I feel like Kona misses you. Thank you for being so good to me and Kona. We will be returning in the future.”
Over 2,805 pet parents in Columbia have booked dog boarding
Columbia dog parents share their Rover experiences
Anthony and his sis are a dream team with dogs. My pup ran inside the house on his last sleepover and was so so sooooo excited to play with their kiddos. It’s incredibly comforting to have people who really love on your fur babies while you’re away. Two big thumbs up!
Gabriella was the best dog sitter I could have asked for. I was nervous to leave my Goobert with a new person after I was already gone for 2 weeks prior, but she made Goobert feel so comfortable from the first meeting. She also continued to give me updates along with photos every day. I am highly satisfied with the care Gabriella provided for my baby.
Brock and Rashelle provided exceptional care for my beloved fur baby. Their kindness and affection truly shone through, making my pet feel right at home. He had a wonderful time playing with their pup, and I appreciated the daily walks and outdoor playtime they ensured he had. I also loved receiving regular updates and photos, which brought me peace of mind while I was away. Highly recommend their services!
Nicole took great care of Murphy. I felt so comfortable leaving town because she provided a safe, caring and fun place for Murphy to stay. She always sent photos and updates and this was fun to see too. She communicated very well. You can tell that she takes care of of dogs frequently.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Columbia is $40
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Sitters in Columbia average 12 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Columbia is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. 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 $24 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 119 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, 95% of Columbia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Columbia have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 119 dog boarding sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbia, 82% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 100% 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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