Doggy Day Care in Columbia
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“I have been bringing my dogs to Angelita weekly for about a year now and I cannot overstate how wonderful she is. She is responsive, flexible in scheduling, and takes such great care of the dogs. She documents their entire day and always sends them home with treats. She even bought them Christmas gifts this year. I truly cant say enough good things.”
“Laken is extremely flexible and very accommodating and has been extremely welcoming of my my alternatively active and needy/loving rescue pup, Maddie for daycare once a week. Most recently, she has had to board her on short notice while I have been hospitalized…no small feat as Maddie does not warm up easily to strangers and can be mouthy at times. I am eternally thankful for Laken and her family for their help!!”
“Mai was wonderful with our 1 year old rescue and took great care of her while we were in town for our daughter’s college graduation. She has a beautiful space for pups and is so kind. Highly recommend Mai!!!”
“Tracy was very attentive and caring with our Golden Retriever puppy, Mason. She sent pictures of him frequently throughout the day, which made us feel more at ease about his transition to a new day care! Mason has a sensitive stomach, and Tracy was very patient with him and his needs, making sure that he did not eat anything while he was in her care. Mason loves running around outside, so we are so grateful that he can spend time in Tracy's fenced in yard! We will definitely continue to use Tracy as a daycare sitter for Mason!”
“Holly had her very first visit with a pet sitter. She is nine years old. My wife and I chose Amy and Patrick M and were very pleased with our choice.Amy reviewed Holly’s habits with us prior to the visit. Although she had a little separation anxiety, Holly was fine throughout her stay. We plan on using Amy and Patrick M again whenever a pet sitter is needed.”
“She was awesome with our puppy he was so happy at his stay once I’m around this area again I would definitely have her sitting for my little chele. Thank you so much I am truly grateful for your care.”
“Ringo always perks up when we pull up to Gwens house for daycare! He is always greeted warmly and has a great time during his days at Gwens. He always sleeps well when he is finished a doggy daycare day and loves coming back for playtime each week :)”
“Courtney saved us from a last minute dog day care request. She sent me all the pictures of Dharmi having su much fun. Thank you Courtney for be so flexible, friendly and kind with my senior dog Dharmi. 🥰”
“Dakota was wonderful for my golden retriever who struggles with some separation anxiety. Dakota was great to send updates and photos throughout the day! She was comforting and knew how to handle my pup!”
About: I grew up with four cats. I changed their litter boxes, fed them and played with them. My parents now have two cats that I will go and care for. I also have a fur-nephew that is a 6 year old chocolate lab that I will feed, walk, and love on. Many friends have asked me to watch or check in on their pets. I have full time availability to take care of your pet. I am available all day and all week long to be there for you and your pet. Your pet will have the run of my house. My wife and I live in a single family home with a huge yard that your pet can go hog wild in. We have toys and treats available!
About: I have taken care of all types of dogs especially my own and they love me and I love them. I just love them so much. I always fall in love and they fall in love with me. It never fails. I’m currently working full time but my schedule allows me to still make time to do other things like enjoy a second job which is good I love to cuddle and play with the babies, love to feed and rub them and even talk to them. They are the best ever
“Krista has dropped in and taken care of our dog and also our dog has done doggy daycare with her- both were great experiences! Krista is dependable and sent frequent check ups. Will definitely book with her again!”
About: My calendar will be blocked from mid-August through September as of now for long term leave. Services will pick back up; but a start date is undetermined. Thank you! Hi! My names Kara and I have had pets my entire life (30+ years) I am currently mom to two cats, Clawde & Ozzy and one dog, Kodiak. Kodiak is always eager to make new friends! I have experience with both cats and dogs from babies to seniors. I can offer a large, fenced in yard for supervised playtime, and I have separate rooms for feeding, if necessary. I am now working from home full-time so I am available to give attention and multiple potty breaks/walks throughout the day. *SAME DAY MODIFICATIONS WILL BE THE OWNERS RESPONSIBILITY TO UPDATE AND CONTACT ROVER SUPPORT* I promise that I have nothing but the best interest for your furry family members, and promise to be their temporary best friend until you get home :) I provide daily pictures and a brief summary of how the day went. I am also happy to have a meet and greet just to make sure your dog would be comfortable in my home. :) Drop off and pickup preferences: Prefer nothing earlier than 7 AM and nothing later than 930 PM (weekdays). But I am happy to discuss special circumstances. Drop ins can be as early as needed! **I only take in one client in my house at a time. A client may have multiple dogs/cats, but I will not take multiple pets from different clients during one stay. I feel that this is best for your peace of mind, as well as the safety and stress of every animal I care for** I currently work from home full-time. Pet care is 24/7 while I am here. I am able to provide multiple bathroom breaks and lots of outdoor time. I have a fenced in yard for all dogs to explore and play in, and a 4 year old pup that loves to play. Your dog will absolutely come home tired!
“Ashley is so sweet and my dog Piggy loves her! I have had a hard time finding sitters I can trust and Ashley has been great! She sends many updates which I love receiving and I know Piggy is in great hands when she’s with her. She even sent her home with a gift!”
About: I am a huge animal lover! I have owned dogs my entire childhood but sadly I own none now. I have trained my pets as service animals for nursing homes as well as teaching them fun tricks! I understand that all animals need consistency in their schedules and with training. Trust me with their care and to keep up with their daily routines with each visit. I currently work from home Monday mornings, Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. I am able to stop by your home to provide long walks and play time. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays I am free most days. I live by a park with a large farm, no fence. Your pet would get free range or on a lease to run around supervised. I own two indoor-only cats. They won't come out to play with your fury friends because they are too scared of strangers.
“Ashley was so attentive to taking care of my dog and keeping me informed about Phoebe’s stay. Ashley has amazing costumer service. She is friendly with both humans and dogs! My dog was so hoppy when I picked her up. Her dog Ozzie is adorable and friendly! Phoebe made a friend for life! I highly recommend Ashley!”
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Madeline B.Star Sitter
“Very responsive and sent pictures throughout the day. Most importantly was super accommodating when I was two hours late for pick up! Thank you!”
Angelita G.Star Sitter
“I have been bringing my dogs to Angelita weekly for about a year now and I cannot overstate how wonderful she is. She is responsive, flexible in scheduling, and takes such great care of the dogs. She documents their entire day and always sends them home with treats. She even bought them Christmas gifts this year. I truly cant say enough good things.”
Laken F.Star Sitter
“Laken is extremely flexible and very accommodating and has been extremely welcoming of my my alternatively active and needy/loving rescue pup, Maddie for daycare once a week. Most recently, she has had to board her on short notice while I have been hospitalized…no small feat as Maddie does not warm up easily to strangers and can be mouthy at times. I am eternally thankful for Laken and her family for their help!!”
Mai O.Star Sitter
“Mai was wonderful with our 1 year old rescue and took great care of her while we were in town for our daughter’s college graduation. She has a beautiful space for pups and is so kind. Highly recommend Mai!!!”
Cassidy & Cody M.
“Stella had a great time! Really felt like they cared for her well, very happy with everything!”
Tracy P.
Star Sitter
“Tracy was very attentive and caring with our Golden Retriever puppy, Mason. She sent pictures of him frequently throughout the day, which made us feel more at ease about his transition to a new day care! Mason has a sensitive stomach, and Tracy was very patient with him and his needs, making sure that he did not eat anything while he was in her care. Mason loves running around outside, so we are so grateful that he can spend time in Tracy's fenced in yard! We will definitely continue to use Tracy as a daycare sitter for Mason!”
Amy & Patrick M.Star Sitter
“Holly had her very first visit with a pet sitter. She is nine years old. My wife and I chose Amy and Patrick M and were very pleased with our choice.Amy reviewed Holly’s habits with us prior to the visit. Although she had a little separation anxiety, Holly was fine throughout her stay. We plan on using Amy and Patrick M again whenever a pet sitter is needed.”
D P.Star Sitter
“She was awesome with our puppy he was so happy at his stay once I’m around this area again I would definitely have her sitting for my little chele. Thank you so much I am truly grateful for your care.”
Gwendoline R.Star Sitter
“Ringo always perks up when we pull up to Gwens house for daycare! He is always greeted warmly and has a great time during his days at Gwens. He always sleeps well when he is finished a doggy daycare day and loves coming back for playtime each week :)”
Courtney G.
“Courtney saved us from a last minute dog day care request. She sent me all the pictures of Dharmi having su much fun. Thank you Courtney for be so flexible, friendly and kind with my senior dog Dharmi. 🥰”
Dakota S.
“Dakota was wonderful for my golden retriever who struggles with some separation anxiety. Dakota was great to send updates and photos throughout the day! She was comforting and knew how to handle my pup!”
Matthew W.
“We’ve had the pleasure of having Matt care for our dog, Jax, for the past five years. I can honestly say that Matt has been a fantastic addition to our routine. From the very first meeting, it was clear that they genuinely love animals, and their warm, caring nature made both me and my dog feel at ease. Matt has been incredibly reliable, always arriving on time and following any specific instructions I give regarding Jax's needs. Whether it’s taking Jax on long walks, providing playtime, or simply offering companionship, I trust that my dog is in good hands every time.”
Denise G.
“She’s the only person I trust with my pets and I’m happy that she’s always available when I ask her to watch my baby girl she loves going on long walks, taking her on car rides, and even goes to dog parks with them”
Krista K.Star Sitter
“Krista has dropped in and taken care of our dog and also our dog has done doggy daycare with her- both were great experiences! Krista is dependable and sent frequent check ups. Will definitely book with her again!”
Kara R.Star Sitter
“To start off, Kara is absolutely wonderful!! She has been a close family friend for years and has dog sat for me and my family on multiple occasions over our dogs lifetime from when he was a puppy to now (8 years). This includes both overnights at our home as well as hers. She is very accommodating and always makes our dog feel welcome in her own home. She even has a separate room (a very nice and spacious mud room) in which she will feed our dog since he likes to pick and eat a little slower. By having him in the room alone, he feels safer from her other pets trying to eat his food if he walks away. She always makes it a priority to provide attention and playtime for every animal she's ever with and is always the first person to volunteer taking the dogs out for a walk. Kara also has cat doors in her home to allow her cats to use the finished and furnished basement as their own, a separate space from the dogs, if needed. Kara is incredibly easy to get along with and is quick to respond to any request we have. We are lucky to have Kara as a caretaker for our pup!!”
Ashley E.
“Ashley is so sweet and my dog Piggy loves her! I have had a hard time finding sitters I can trust and Ashley has been great! She sends many updates which I love receiving and I know Piggy is in great hands when she’s with her. She even sent her home with a gift!”
Lexzee L.
“Lexzee is a top notch pet sitter. She is very smart in her knowledge of animals and very attentive to details regarding feeding, behaviors, etc.”
Kellyann K.
“Kellyann is one of the most kind hearted people I've ever met. We've known each other since we were fifteen years old and she's always been a thoughtful and loving friend. I know she would be a wonderful and responsible pet caregiver as I've had her watch my pets in the past. She is a very organized person and has shown she can manage her daily life and the care of her own pets very well. Kellyann always treats animals kindly and any furry friend would be safe in her care.”
Ashley B.
“Ashley was so attentive to taking care of my dog and keeping me informed about Phoebe’s stay. Ashley has amazing costumer service. She is friendly with both humans and dogs! My dog was so hoppy when I picked her up. Her dog Ozzie is adorable and friendly! Phoebe made a friend for life! I highly recommend Ashley!”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for doggy day care in Columbia on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $32 per day, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, 318 sitters provided doggy day care in Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters offering doggy day care 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, 90% of Columbia sitters offering doggy day care respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide doggy day care in Columbia have an average of 18 years of experience. Sitters offering doggy day care with repeat customers have an average of 3 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.
Columbia doggy day care sitters are happy to take care of your dog while you’re at work or unavailable for the day. Book a one-time visit, or set up a regular rhythm with your favorite Columbia sitter. Drop off your dog at the sitter’s home and rest easy knowing they’ll get frequent potty breaks, plenty of playtime, and lots of love. Doggy day care is great for:
- Puppies and high-energy dogs
- Dogs with special needs, including seniors
- Pet parents who work long hours
- Dogs with separation anxiety
There are 318 sitters offering doggy day care in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbia, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 95% 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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 doggy day care 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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