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“Cristel was amazing! She took great care of our senior pup who needed some extra help. She gave wonderful updates and pictures daily. We highly recommend having her help with your pets. She even helped organize our house while we were gone. Thank you so much!”


“Miah watched our 14 year old dog, Georgia, while we traveled to India for a wedding. She came over and met Georgia, they bonded straight away. Miah sent updates daily with videos and pictures, we could tell how happy Georgia was in all of the pup-dates. We had the best experience and highly recommend this wonderful dog sitter for all fur babies. 😊”


“Jazmin was fantastic! This was our first time with her & we definitely recommend. She came over for a meet & greet before booking. Also send us numerous pictures of our boys while we were away. Will be booking her again. Thank you Jazmin! ❤️”



“James took great care of our dogs and cats during our vacation. He went above and beyond in every way. I came home to a tidy house and happy pets. James communicated regularly and was very professional.”


About: As a proud owner of a Great Dane, I’ve gained firsthand insight into the unique needs and challenges that come with caring for larger breeds, and I’m well-equipped to manage dogs of all sizes with their energy, health, and well-being!🐾 As a student-athlete, my schedule can be pretty packed during the season, but right now, I'm in the off-season, which gives me more flexibility to dedicate time to pet care. I make sure to prioritize pet sitting around my routine, whether it’s morning walks, playtime, or administering care. I structure my day to allow plenty of time for the pets I care for, ensuring they get attention, exercise, and love! When caring for pets, whether in my home or a client’s, safety and trust are my top priorities. In my own home, I ensure that the environment is pet-friendly and secure, with designated spaces for pets to play, rest, and feel comfortable. At client’s home, I follow their guidelines carefully to make sure their pets feel at ease in their familiar surroundings. I always take extra precautions to pet-proof the area, ensure doors and gates are securely closed, and maintain a calm, consistent routine for the pets.

“I felt extremely safe leaving my anxious pup with Thalia! I was updated during the day and was very reassured when I expressed concern about Morti’s behaviors. Definitely going to book with Thalia again!”


“Andrew was a lifesaver. I’m an anxious dog mom who was leaving for an international trip over Christmas and Andrew put my mind at ease. My dog has some stranger danger and it took some time to get her comfortable b it andrew was incredibly patient, kind, and full of knowledge re: dog behavior so the adjustment was quick and he got her comfortable in no time! I got plenty of pictures and updates and I know my pup had a great time. My home was left cleaner than it was when I left. THANK YOU, Andrew!!”


“Jessenia is patient, kind, and efficient! She cared for the wellbeing of our dog, Charlie, and was receptive to any of my concerns or worries about leaving him for vacation. Really grateful for Jessenia and we highly recommend her as a dog sitter!”


“5 STARS!!!!! We absolutely love booking with Arianna, and our two dogs love her even more. We have so much peace of mind leaving them at home with her; we know they are in safe and incredibly capable hands. We were out of town for under two weeks, and knowing we had someone at home taking care of and loving our babies just like we would made our trip even better! We highly recommend booking Arianna to watch your fur babies, and we can't wait to book her again in the future!”


“Superb!”

“Excellent personality. I have personally experienced the way Arisleydis is as a dog sitter, patients and love all around for our fury babies. I would highly recommend her for this position. Very attentive and friendly towards my Yorkshire Terrier. I love my baby, and would love people to treat her the same way. This is the service you will be receiving from Arisleydis.”

“Tara was so nice. My dog children loved her and were so tired when we got home they slept soundly all night! THANK YOU Tara hope you are available when we need you again!!”


“Maurie was great with our dog Finn for a week. She gave many updates and stuck to his routine, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. I would definitely recommend Maurie for your needs and will book again in the future!”


“Matt is literally the only person that I let walk my monster. She’s a 120 lb Great Dane that loves him so much. She doesn’t trust any one and is incredibly person/dog reactive- not around this puppy whisperer. Truly a blessing finding him. When I travel out of the country- he’s the only one I trust to watch her! THANK YOU MATT!!!”

“Leann has the experience to manage multiple dogs and with a pack (3) it's important. The girls are happy, we are too!”


“I worked with gianna as one of her managers at American Eagle. she is by far one of the most loving and caring people and would be perfect for this job. Watching her grow from being a sales associate at american eagle to working in a vet clinic and then a vet ER has made me so proud because this is her dream. i’ve watched her be responsible and caring to animals throughout her journey and would highly recommend her for this role”

“Jess was absolutely fantastic. We found her last minute after our scheduled dog sitter canceled the week before our trip with a family emergency. Jess was prompt, professional and great with our dogs. She set lots of updates and went out of her way to run home on lunch to check on them after we had an earthquake. We came home to a very clean house even though it rained all week and she certainly had to deal with muddy messy pups. We were happy to find her and really appreciated everything she did. We will certainly be asking her back in the future.”



About: When it comes to those who want there pets taken care of there is no doubt I am your person. Great rates and friendly service. Great with all animals and would love to be your pets favorite sitter all year round. Willing to travel if the price is right. Will help with training if you have a puppy who might need a lot more attention. Want to make sure that you pet is being taken care of right

“Vincent was great. We have a large Golden that is strong and active but Vincent handled him well. He truly is a dog lover and Ollie was well taken care of. He stayed in our house overnight and was completely respectful. He texted us pics and updates and wasn't afraid to ask us a question if he was unsure of something. I would recommend him to anyone considering a caretaker for your dog!”


“Carrie was the best!! She was everything and more than I expected. She exeeded all my expectations. My house was kept beautiful clean and my Bella was so happy. In fact it was Bella’s birthday when we were away and Carrie went out of her way to buy her birthday treats and presents. And then sent pictures of her celebrating with Bella. She also took care of Chicken Noodles, our chicken. She also looked wonderful as well. I would definitely recommend Carrie to anyone and will be using her again if she will have us too!”

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1. Cristel J.

“Cristel was amazing! She took great care of our senior pup who needed some extra help. She gave wonderful updates and pictures daily. We highly recommend having her help with your pets. She even helped organize our house while we were gone. Thank you so much!”


2. Samiah M.

“Miah watched our 14 year old dog, Georgia, while we traveled to India for a wedding. She came over and met Georgia, they bonded straight away. Miah sent updates daily with videos and pictures, we could tell how happy Georgia was in all of the pup-dates. We had the best experience and highly recommend this wonderful dog sitter for all fur babies. 😊”


3. Jazmin M.


“Jazmin was fantastic! This was our first time with her & we definitely recommend. She came over for a meet & greet before booking. Also send us numerous pictures of our boys while we were away. Will be booking her again. Thank you Jazmin! ❤️”




4. James P.

“James took great care of our dogs and cats during our vacation. He went above and beyond in every way. I came home to a tidy house and happy pets. James communicated regularly and was very professional.”


5. Logan O.
About: As a proud owner of a Great Dane, I’ve gained firsthand insight into the unique needs and challenges that come with caring for larger breeds, and I’m well-equipped to manage dogs of all sizes with their energy, health, and well-being!🐾 As a student-athlete, my schedule can be pretty packed during the season, but right now, I'm in the off-season, which gives me more flexibility to dedicate time to pet care. I make sure to prioritize pet sitting around my routine, whether it’s morning walks, playtime, or administering care. I structure my day to allow plenty of time for the pets I care for, ensuring they get attention, exercise, and love! When caring for pets, whether in my home or a client’s, safety and trust are my top priorities. In my own home, I ensure that the environment is pet-friendly and secure, with designated spaces for pets to play, rest, and feel comfortable. At client’s home, I follow their guidelines carefully to make sure their pets feel at ease in their familiar surroundings. I always take extra precautions to pet-proof the area, ensure doors and gates are securely closed, and maintain a calm, consistent routine for the pets.


6. Thalia A.

“I felt extremely safe leaving my anxious pup with Thalia! I was updated during the day and was very reassured when I expressed concern about Morti’s behaviors. Definitely going to book with Thalia again!”


7. Andrew S.


“Andrew was a lifesaver. I’m an anxious dog mom who was leaving for an international trip over Christmas and Andrew put my mind at ease. My dog has some stranger danger and it took some time to get her comfortable b it andrew was incredibly patient, kind, and full of knowledge re: dog behavior so the adjustment was quick and he got her comfortable in no time! I got plenty of pictures and updates and I know my pup had a great time. My home was left cleaner than it was when I left. THANK YOU, Andrew!!”


8. Jessenia V.

“Jessenia is patient, kind, and efficient! She cared for the wellbeing of our dog, Charlie, and was receptive to any of my concerns or worries about leaving him for vacation. Really grateful for Jessenia and we highly recommend her as a dog sitter!”


9. Arianna C.

“5 STARS!!!!! We absolutely love booking with Arianna, and our two dogs love her even more. We have so much peace of mind leaving them at home with her; we know they are in safe and incredibly capable hands. We were out of town for under two weeks, and knowing we had someone at home taking care of and loving our babies just like we would made our trip even better! We highly recommend booking Arianna to watch your fur babies, and we can't wait to book her again in the future!”


10. Elliot K.
“Superb!”


11. Arisleydys T.
“Excellent personality. I have personally experienced the way Arisleydis is as a dog sitter, patients and love all around for our fury babies. I would highly recommend her for this position. Very attentive and friendly towards my Yorkshire Terrier. I love my baby, and would love people to treat her the same way. This is the service you will be receiving from Arisleydis.”


12. Tara T.


“Tara was so nice. My dog children loved her and were so tired when we got home they slept soundly all night! THANK YOU Tara hope you are available when we need you again!!”


13. Maurie Z.

“Maurie was great with our dog Finn for a week. She gave many updates and stuck to his routine, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. I would definitely recommend Maurie for your needs and will book again in the future!”


14. Matthew R.
“Matt is literally the only person that I let walk my monster. She’s a 120 lb Great Dane that loves him so much. She doesn’t trust any one and is incredibly person/dog reactive- not around this puppy whisperer. Truly a blessing finding him. When I travel out of the country- he’s the only one I trust to watch her! THANK YOU MATT!!!”


15. Leann W.

“Leann has the experience to manage multiple dogs and with a pack (3) it's important. The girls are happy, we are too!”


16. Gianna D.
“I worked with gianna as one of her managers at American Eagle. she is by far one of the most loving and caring people and would be perfect for this job. Watching her grow from being a sales associate at american eagle to working in a vet clinic and then a vet ER has made me so proud because this is her dream. i’ve watched her be responsible and caring to animals throughout her journey and would highly recommend her for this role”


17. Jess M.

“Jess was absolutely fantastic. We found her last minute after our scheduled dog sitter canceled the week before our trip with a family emergency. Jess was prompt, professional and great with our dogs. She set lots of updates and went out of her way to run home on lunch to check on them after we had an earthquake. We came home to a very clean house even though it rained all week and she certainly had to deal with muddy messy pups. We were happy to find her and really appreciated everything she did. We will certainly be asking her back in the future.”




18. Chris S.
About: When it comes to those who want there pets taken care of there is no doubt I am your person. Great rates and friendly service. Great with all animals and would love to be your pets favorite sitter all year round. Willing to travel if the price is right. Will help with training if you have a puppy who might need a lot more attention. Want to make sure that you pet is being taken care of right


19. Vincent Z.

“Vincent was great. We have a large Golden that is strong and active but Vincent handled him well. He truly is a dog lover and Ollie was well taken care of. He stayed in our house overnight and was completely respectful. He texted us pics and updates and wasn't afraid to ask us a question if he was unsure of something. I would recommend him to anyone considering a caretaker for your dog!”


20. Carrie Y.

“Carrie was the best!! She was everything and more than I expected. She exeeded all my expectations. My house was kept beautiful clean and my Bella was so happy. In fact it was Bella’s birthday when we were away and Carrie went out of her way to buy her birthday treats and presents. And then sent pictures of her celebrating with Bella. She also took care of Chicken Noodles, our chicken. She also looked wonderful as well. I would definitely recommend Carrie to anyone and will be using her again if she will have us too!”
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Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
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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.
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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 Mar 2025 was about $55 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 Mar 2025, there are 410 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, 88% of Columbia house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Columbia have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 2 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.
