Dog Boarding in Columbia, PA
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“Amy and Patrick took wonderful care of our 7 month old pup. They have great communication, love for animals and are kind and wonderful people. Very highly recommended. Thanks for taking the best care of our puppy so we could have a great stress free vacation knowing she was well loved!! Thanks for the daily updates as well!!”
“Krista was wonderful and treated our little guy like he was part of their family! She has a wonderful backyard for your pet to play and explore, and we wouldn't hesitate to enlist her help in sitting Thirsty in the future and highly recommend her!”
About: Dogs have been a part of my life for many years. And now that I have kids that want dogs we are looking for them to get experience caring for them. Your dog will be loved and cared for well while in our home. I'm currently a stay at home parent, so my schedule is flexible. Looking to care for dogs that are kid-friendly and enjoy attention and play. We have a backyard, but do not have a fence. The roads around us are not busy roads. Our backyard has nice amounts of shade and we have a nice neighborhood with sidewalks for walking.
“I can’t say enough good things about Elsa’s first stay with Kara. She really worked with Elsa to get over first night anxiety issues and getting to a good place by end of stay. Kara kept me updated and I appreciated the pics she took and sent me. I highly recommend Kara and look forward to having her take care of Elsa in the future. Her dog Kodiak and Elsa are best buds!”
“We left our 4 month old puppy for the first weekend away with Tara, and he had a blast! She loved on him like he was her own, and sent us sweet pictures and updates. We felt so comfortable being able to go away and know that our pup was getting love and attention. They have a fenced in yard, which was nice, too! We will certainly be requesting her services again soon!”
“This is the second time we’ve used Alyssa and both of pups love her! She always sends us multiple pictures and updates throughout their stay and she’s quick to respond to any questions. We booked one dog that’s she’s watched before, but we unexpectedly added a second puppy to our family a few weeks later. Alyssa didn’t hesitate to agree to adding the puppy to our booking, even though he was still in the puppy potty training/chewing phase and a bit of a handful. She was incredibly sweet and accommodating. We’ll definitely keep using her for all our dog sitting needs!”
“Becky is so awesome! She took amazing care of our dog. She provided photos and videos and communicated with us the whole time we were away. Our dog had a great time and was clearly so happy at Becky’s house.”
“Kianna was great with taking care of our dog Alfie! He had some last minute medical complications with his back and she was great about following care instructions, providing regular updates, and giving him medications.”
“Lexzee was absolutely amazing with our puppy Callie!! It was our first time leaving our 10 month old puppy with anyone and I was very nervous because she’d never stayed anywhere before! Our pup has anxiety and Lexzee was so calm, patient and hopeful with this! Lexzee did so many amazing things to make our girl feel at home and loved! She send lots and lots of pictures, videos and updates to me during Callie’s stay! We will definitely be using Lexzee in the future!”
“Alexis did a wonderful job! She took great care of our Hamlet while we were visiting. Even though Hamlet was there for a short period of time she kept us updated through out the day. We would highly recommend.”
“Mya went over and beyond while boarding my dog! She was flexible with pick up and drop off times, sent lots of update pictures, and was very communicative. My dog clearly loved her to bits. I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
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Amy & Patrick M.Star Sitter
“Amy and Patrick took wonderful care of our 7 month old pup. They have great communication, love for animals and are kind and wonderful people. Very highly recommended. Thanks for taking the best care of our puppy so we could have a great stress free vacation knowing she was well loved!! Thanks for the daily updates as well!!”
Laura F.Star Sitter
“Laura did great with my senior dog. She would send pictures and keep me updated while we were on vacation. We hope to use her again in the future!”
Deb L.
“Deb & her family were great with my boxer! Her other animals got along great with my dog and she provided updates, to include pictures. Highly recommend Deb! Thank you!”
Courtney G.
“Courtney and her family were very sweet! She was really great with communicating and sending us updates and pictures of our pups. Would definitely recommend!”
Angelita G.Star Sitter
“Angelita was great! She sent me regular updates and pictures of my animal. I highly recommend using her for boarding or daycare. I will definitely use her again.”
Jordan F.
“Jordan was fantastic! My dog seemed to really like her, and she was excellent about keeping me updated and sending pics. Will definitely use her again!”
Elizabeth B.
“She was awesome with our maniac! Let Scarlett be herself, & loved her like her own. We liked her so much we’re taking Scarlett back next weekend! 10/10 DO recommend😃”
Krista K.
Star Sitter
“Krista was wonderful and treated our little guy like he was part of their family! She has a wonderful backyard for your pet to play and explore, and we wouldn't hesitate to enlist her help in sitting Thirsty in the future and highly recommend her!”
Nadene H.
“Nadene and her family took great care of our dog Molly on several different occasions! Responds to messages in a timely manner as well. 10/10 would recommend.”
Kara R.Star Sitter
“I can’t say enough good things about Elsa’s first stay with Kara. She really worked with Elsa to get over first night anxiety issues and getting to a good place by end of stay. Kara kept me updated and I appreciated the pics she took and sent me. I highly recommend Kara and look forward to having her take care of Elsa in the future. Her dog Kodiak and Elsa are best buds!”
Tara A.Star Sitter
“We left our 4 month old puppy for the first weekend away with Tara, and he had a blast! She loved on him like he was her own, and sent us sweet pictures and updates. We felt so comfortable being able to go away and know that our pup was getting love and attention. They have a fenced in yard, which was nice, too! We will certainly be requesting her services again soon!”
Alyssa L.
“This is the second time we’ve used Alyssa and both of pups love her! She always sends us multiple pictures and updates throughout their stay and she’s quick to respond to any questions. We booked one dog that’s she’s watched before, but we unexpectedly added a second puppy to our family a few weeks later. Alyssa didn’t hesitate to agree to adding the puppy to our booking, even though he was still in the puppy potty training/chewing phase and a bit of a handful. She was incredibly sweet and accommodating. We’ll definitely keep using her for all our dog sitting needs!”
Becky Elizabeth R.
“Becky is so awesome! She took amazing care of our dog. She provided photos and videos and communicated with us the whole time we were away. Our dog had a great time and was clearly so happy at Becky’s house.”
Kianna A.Star Sitter
“Kianna was great with taking care of our dog Alfie! He had some last minute medical complications with his back and she was great about following care instructions, providing regular updates, and giving him medications.”
Sheree L.
“Sheree was soooo sweet, and so was her dog, Charley. She watched Chase for three days, and I can tell he had a good time. I will definitely book with her again in the future!”
Denise G.
“Denise and her family took great care of Spiky while we were away. Her daughter and their puppy were wonderful companions for him. Highly recommend!”
Lexzee L.
“Lexzee was absolutely amazing with our puppy Callie!! It was our first time leaving our 10 month old puppy with anyone and I was very nervous because she’d never stayed anywhere before! Our pup has anxiety and Lexzee was so calm, patient and hopeful with this! Lexzee did so many amazing things to make our girl feel at home and loved! She send lots and lots of pictures, videos and updates to me during Callie’s stay! We will definitely be using Lexzee in the future!”
Alexis T.
“Alexis did a wonderful job! She took great care of our Hamlet while we were visiting. Even though Hamlet was there for a short period of time she kept us updated through out the day. We would highly recommend.”
Mya G.
“Mya went over and beyond while boarding my dog! She was flexible with pick up and drop off times, sent lots of update pictures, and was very communicative. My dog clearly loved her to bits. I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
Patricia M.
“Patricia was incredibly caring and communicative with my sweet but highly attached little girl. She is a warm and welcoming presence to any of your furry family!”
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Columbia is $40
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Sitters in Columbia average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 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 $31 to as high as $66 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 418 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, 92% of Columbia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Columbia have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 418 dog boarding sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbia, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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