Pet Sitting in Columbia
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Top rated Columbia pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: I have had animals my entire life. I have taken care of cats and dogs and rodents. I have been trusted to house sit for others and take care of many pets at once. I loved doing it every single time! I am working to be a full time artist so my schedule is very flexible. I can accept last minute jobs easily. This is my main source of income currently I have two wonderful cats at home that both get a lot of love in the ways they need. Greg is my cuddle bug who loves to be close and snuggle. Bella is my independent baby who loves pets on her terms and playing with her many toys. I also have a hamster named Rickey who has his own spoils. I can check in on small animals too, even if they’re not on the app specifically.
“I can’t say enough good things about my experience! I had a last-minute need for a sitter, and Alisa came through without hesitation. She was incredibly responsive, professional, and kind from the moment we met. She treated my fur baby like her own. Highly recommended!”
“Clare was absolutely amazing with Sarge this summer. She took him for daily walks and did drop ins - she’s always very responsive. She was able to give him meds as necessary and was an excellent communicator.”
“Adri did a great job watching our cat. They sent pictures and updates so we knew the cat was being taken care of dependably. I would be happy to hire Adri again in the future.”
“Macklyn was amazing at taking care of our three cats! She was great at following our directions, communicating with us, and sending adorable pictures while we were away on our trip. We highly recommend her care to any furry family!!”
“Rebecca took amazing care of my two cats. She kept their food bowls filled and their water fountain and litter boxes clean. She tried to connect with my cats in several different ways, but ultimately gave them the space that they needed so they didn’t feel extra nervous or threatened. She kept me updated with texts and photos. I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
“Victoria took great care of Delilah when she was sick. She provided in depth updates and had no problem helping Delilah’s medication on track while I was away. I would absolutely book with Victoria again!”
“Lana did a great job with our dog Kaya! Lana came to come meet her prior to her drop-in visits and Kaya instantly made a new friend :) Definitely recommend Lana and will book her again in the future!”
“Lexi was outstanding with our doodles! Highly recommend! Gave great information while we were gone, and spent time playing with our dogs and making sure they were comfortable.”
“Abigail will be our #1 animal caregiver going forward. With less than a week until our wedding, Knight (our 9-month old mini goldendoodle) developed a mild case of kennel cough. Since boarding was no longer an option, we hopped on Rover and found Abigail. She came over to meet Knight and the cats, and went above and beyond our expectations. Knight had frequent visits, lots of play sessions, and tons of attention while he was at home. Abigail administered medicine, and we came home to a happy and healthy puppy (all courtesy of Abigail). We recommend Abigail unconditionally and trust her in our home with our fur babies anytime.”
“Abigail was great with our dogs! One is elderly and needs meds and special care and one is a handful! She was patient and kind and kept us well informed on our first trip after moving to the area. It was such a relief to know they were in such good hands. Highly recommend!”
“Amanda was incredible. She was able to help us last minute by tacking on a late night drop in visit for our two babies! She provided a very detailed report card and we slept soundly knowing our pups were being well-taken care of! Highly recommend!”
Over 1,532 pet parents in Columbia have booked pet sitting
Columbia pet parents share their Rover experiences
After the second & third time having Alexis watch our cats, she is still just as great! She’s very thorough with asking questions, clarifying what we want, answering our questions, giving descriptions of what happened each visit as well as giving the cats a lot of attention (both pets and playtime) . It was also very difficult to give one of my cats her med as she was very untrusting, hissy and swatting at first. Alexis helped problem solve what might be most effective and was able to give her meds each time after this! Thank you, Alexis. Would definitely recommend her.
Taylor was an amazing care taker for my cat. She was reliable, trustworthy and flexible. At the last minute I asked Taylor to drop-in one extra day so we could extend our trip and she was so accommodating. Taylor gave my cat insulin injections every day and provided daily photos and a report card. I highly recommend her!
I was a bit nervous as this was my first time using Rover. My dogs had not been left in the care of someone they didn't already know well before. Scout took great care of them. One of my senior dogs has started to struggle with accidents. Harmony had an accident and Scout notified me immediately and took care of it.
Karly was great with my boys. Tiger even snuggled up and gave her a face love. Monty, who never came out of hiding for anyone came out of hiding and let Karly touch him. My sister returned with me and Monty even her let pet hm. Karly went me daily pictures and I really appreciated that - I knew from the pictures that they were ok.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Columbia is $19
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Sitters in Columbia average 3 repeat pet sitting clients
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Columbia on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $19 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 106 pet sitters in Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 82% of Columbia pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Columbia.
Rover makes it easy to find Columbia pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 106 pet sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet 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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