Pet Boarding Columbia
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About: 15 years of professional fear free pet care experience from working in veterinary practices to owning my own business. Including medication administration, puppy, senior care and everything in between. I have a very flexible schedule which allows me to cater to your pets current routine or desired schedule. Plenty of activity or extra cuddles included. Available weekdays, weekends and holidays! Experienced in fear free pet care. Your pets safety and comfort is my top priority. I am experienced and comfortable with all breeds and sizes!
“First time with Billie. My dog got settled with her very quickly. Kept in touch with pics and comments. Very happy that I choose her for my dog. Very satisfied. I will certainly leave my dog in her care whenever needed. Best of all, she is fantastic person. Thanks Billie.”
“Patience saved us on short notice, and I really appreciated how sweet and accommodating she was. We were out of town for an outdoor event and brought along our pets for the day. Oddly the venue was not allowing pets like in years past (I think due to COVID). I sent Patience a last minute booking request on a whim (very early AM) based on her other positive reviews, and she responded right away. She was so sweet to us despite us waking her up with our Rover call due to an urgent need. Patience place is great for dogs to be out and run and play. She let us know that our typically lazy boy Frankie spent most of the day zooming around her yard and playing, so I know they had a good time. Patience also has 2 dogs that got along great with my 2, so it was great time for them to play and socialize for several hours. We were relieved to find Patience, and my family was able to enjoy the event knowing our pups were also having a great time. Thank you Patience!!”
About: I've taken care of dogs for over a decade from high energy (I have a border collie) to low energy (I also have a shih tzu), elderly, and everything in between. I'd love to make your dog's day by taking them on a walk or giving them an incredible play time. Same goes for your cats! Whether your pets love activity or simply want someone to watch them sniff in the backyard or hang on the couch, I'd love to bring a highlight to their day. Right now, Friday nights through Sunday are the times I have completely free to dedicate to helping take care of your pets. I'm hoping to add more times soon and options to board. As someone who searches for hours to find the right person to watch my pets, I know how hard it can be to trust someone new to take care of your fur family. Whether it's pictures, reassuring texts, following your instructions exactly, or all 3 I will do my best to make your pets as happy and healthy as possible. I offer drop in visits and walks, so please let me know what you are and aren't comfortable with and I will make sure they are well cared for while giving you as many updates as you'd like!
“Kara provided a great place for my dog Ellie to stay. She was very accommodating and thorough with our needs and her requirements. She sent cute pics of Ellie, who is very skiddish of people and she looked very comfortable. If she will be able to take Ellie again I would be happy to use her services and I know Ellie will get great care!”
About: Supeer friendly dog lives here and two accomodting humans. Nice yard in back forPack running and excercisetwice daily walk in clean, save neighborhoodAble to give medications (with owener consultationHVE OWNED SEVERAL DOGS I work from home as time is available/ Mostly retired amd emjpying lifeI am home most days and am here all day if I have vistors or guests I take good cre of my grayhound girl and treat other's pets as I would my ownWe enjoy energy and funsafety is apriority,and witll check with owners of smaller dots to see if they prefer their dot stay inside or for exact size of dog to be sure he/she cannot get under the fence.
“Rose was amazing. She has experience with Shiba Inus which is just the best. Hiro immediately liked her, she took him for a run (which Shibas looooove) and she sent photos!!! We will 100% use Rose again.”
“Kianna was an amazing house sitter and watched over my dog like he was her own! She took my pup to the dog park for great exercise, gave him all his medication on time, cuddled with him, and kept me updated while I was away. I absolutely recommend hiring her to watch your pet!!”
“Donna is such a lovely and kind person and took excellent care of our dog. He is shy, timid and cautiously friendly but it didn’t take him too long at all to start trusting her and getting comfortable! Donna kept us updated with texts and photos throughout his stay. We felt completely at ease knowing he was with her and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter!”
“Heather sent us pictures and movies that are so awesome!!! I was on a shoot-the-rapids tour so didn’t get to see them until I got back. My husband hadn’t seen the movies either but I shared a couple photos before we got on the raft. Loved seeing our puppy so happy. 5 star rating because it was at the very last minute that we booked this. Thank you so much. We definitely recommend Heather and will use her again. Rocky had the best time!!”
“Brionna was excellent with my Gemma. She was patient and cared for her so well. My dog takes a while to get used to sitters and she did so good with her. Hands down the best sitter!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Columbia is $45
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Columbia
Sarah was outstanding in every way! Kodi was in excellent hands and treated like family with her. We are so thankful to have met her. She’s an outstanding sitter and person to trust your fur baby with. We will absolutely reach out to her again. Wish I could give her 10 stars for how fantastic she was!
Cindy and her husband are very welcoming and warm, their property is perfect for dogs! Cindy stayed in touch the entire time we were away, keeping us up to date on how the days went, which was so sweet and reinsured us that our puppy is well taken care of and happy.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Columbia on Rover is $53.5 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 618 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Columbia. About 95% of Columbia sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in PA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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