Dog Walking in Columbia
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Top rated Columbia dog walkers
“Teresa is wonderful with my elderly girl, Maggie. She watches her to know how she is doing and alters her walks to accommodate Maggie. She’s so loving and caring with her!”
About: I grew up with dogs for all of my life and am a big fan of animals. I have experience watching both dogs and cats from spans of one day to over a week. I appreciate the happiness animals bring to our lives! I live in the Forest Acres area and have wide availability due to a flexible work schedule. I am available for drop ins and walks on a daily basis. I am respectful of instructions and rules and am thorough. Animals deserve care, support, and love at all times, and I can provide that structure for you when life gets busy. They are members of the family too! :) I have wide availability for any needed visits and services. My weekly schedule is steady without many variables. Pet care is a priority for me. Constantly ensuring they are comfortable, hydrated, fed, and safe. For walks, maintaining awareness of the weather. Maintaining interaction throughout the day to prevent any loneliness.
About: I have worked at a doggy daycare for the past year and a half in my hometown Aiken where I feed, water and give any special needs to dogs and cats. I also have experience pet sitting at peoples homes. I’m currently a full-time student at the University of South Carolina as a biology major. I have availability after all of my classes which end around noon most days. I am available most weekends and most week weekday evenings for any services and I am able to housesit with pets including stay the night at your home. I will feed your dogs and play with your dogs. Take them for walks or any special medicines your pet may have I will be able to give. if there is any special request, I would be happy to talk to you about it.
“Nicole is dependable and would definitely use her again. She helped let me know that my dog was having urinary issues too so I could make a vet appointment for the next day and avoid an emergency vet”
About: I learned how to care for dogs from a young age. When I was 8, my family adopted a yellow lab, and ever since then, I've had a strong love for dogs. It was a big responsibility and a privilege to have a dog while growing up and seeing how to properly take care of her. Sadly, she passed when I was 16. During the pandemic, my mom adopted another puppy, and I had the opportunity to help train him at the puppy stage and relearn what that looks like. He's a black lab mix, now 4 years old. While I was getting my master's degree in 2022, I lived with six animals: a golden retriever, malinois, toy poodle, two pugs, and a calico cat. I was often asked to take care of them, occasionally for long periods of time, which also aided in my knowledge. This experience also gave me insight into caring for cats, especially since I had never been around one before. I'm currently working full time, Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm. I would love to take care of pets after or before work, and during lunch. I currently have one cat. I love to play with and take care of both cats and dogs. I’m here to make pets’ lives more fun and enjoyable while under my care!
“Aubrey has been amazing with my Odín! He looked forward to seeing her in the morning. She worn him out every time she picked him! Thank you so much lady and good luck to you!”
About: I love dogs and care passionately they are having a fun and safe time when with me, which is why so many of my friends and families throughout the years have asked me to take care of their loved ones! I currently working from home, so I have plenty of time to play with your dogos! I'm available to walk dogs from 9:00a-7p everyday of the week. I have a large fenced in backyard. I can crate your dog if needed. Sadly, at this time I have no dogs of my own. :(
“Adrianna was wonderful, she took Rupert for a nice walk, gave him a nibble in the middle of a long day at work. She sent a picture, and a picture is worth a thousand words… I knew he was happy and well taken care of. I will definitely call Adrianna again, she is prompt, communicative, reliable, and very reasonable.”
“Kaylee is awesome! She responds quickly, is very flexible with scheduling, and most importantly, my dog Hazel absolutely loves her! I highly recommend her for anyone that is looking for a friendly and professional Rover.”
“As usual, Bexx was AMAZING with my fur-son. He gets dramatic when he can’t travel with me and acts like he has been completely abandoned. Bexx did a phenomenal job of caring for him and letting him be his pitiful self. 🤣🤣 You can’t go wrong booking with Bexx!”
About: I was raised with rescue dogs and I love them! We had a Lab mix named Rain and a Papillon named Bella growing up and I helped with care tasks as soon as I was old enough. Rain was too big to be a lapdog but tried her hardest to be one anyway, and Bella was the best 7-pound guard dog I've ever seen. We took care of them both well into their senior years. Even though I know more about cat care, I did learn a lot about dog behavior and care through my interest in cats. I would be the perfect person to look after a household with both dogs and cats. I'm available to care for your pet mostly in the afternoons, evenings, and nights as my mornings are usually tied up. That doesn't mean I'm only available at that time, though. If you have an exception, feel free to message me! I cannot care for your pet in my home but I am happy to come to yours! I can feed your pet, walk it, and give it medicine if it has a prescription it needs.
“Dargan is amazing with Wolfie! My dog is a rescue with some reactivity and she works so well with him. They gained each others trust quickly and are already best buds! We are weekly repeat client!”
About: I have had the blessing of caring for animals my entire life. I currently have 3 cats (Larry, Curly, and Moe). Having grown up in a pet friendly household, spending plenty of time on the family farm, and working as an apprentice groomer, I have a wide variety of personal and professional experience with animals of all sizes. (To name a few: Cats, dogs, domestic and wild birds, chickens, ponies, goats, calves, and reptiles.) I have experience caring for pets of all ages/stages as well, such as bottle-feeding kittens, or administering medication and subcutaneous fluids to elderly or special needs pets. I would be more than happy to care for your pets so that you can feel at ease while you are away from your furry family member(s). As a stay-at-home mom of one, I have a very flexible schedule that I build around the needs of my clients and their pets’ needs. In-home care for my clients and their pets focuses on maintaining a stable, familiar routine for your pet(s) while providing care services according to their needs. Whether this be ensuring your pet is fed and has plenty of water (or treats if allowed), to keeping them entertained with play and belly pets. As a guest in your home, I take extra care to respect boundaries and maintain cleanliness during my visits. My dog walking services are handled with awareness and attention to our surroundings to avoid potential risks such as vehicles or other aggressive dogs. Due to our climate, during warmer seasons, I pay particular attention to ensure your pup does not become overheated. Additionally, I supply my own waste bags to dispose of waste properly.
“Leah has been taking care of Teddys for 6 months! She has been great and Teddy always loves when she stops by! Highly recommend Leah if you are looking for a caretaker for your pet!!”
“Jeffrey was a very dependable dog walker; walked and fed and watered our dogs on schedule; we would recommend him to others. We received text messages and photos for each of his 16 walks - twice a day for 8 days.”
Over 1,185 pet parents in Columbia have booked dog walking
Columbia dog parents share their Rover experiences
Pia was amazing! My dog, Lila, warmed up to her right after meeting. I loved getting updates from her and seeing cute pictures while I was away. Pia was great with communication as well even asking if I wanted to meet before she watched Lila to make me feel most comfortable! I highly recommend Pia if you’re looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and treats your dog as their own!
I’m so glad that we connected with Barbara through Rover! She did a fantastic job taking extra care with our nearly 16 yr old boy, a Dachshund-Jack Russell mix. He is sweet but can be quite finicky and cantankerous at times and Barbara was very patient and attentive. She sent thorough updates and great photos, and these provided much peace of mind while we were away.
She was excellent at communicating during the time spent with my boys. I can tell she truly love dogs and does her best to make sure they get all the attention they need. She fed them and took them on a walk. My dogs loved her!! She provided a lot of pictures and my dogs were happy in all of them! I will book again in the future. She is amazing!
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The median cost per walk for dog walking in Columbia is $18
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Sitters in Columbia average 2 repeat dog walking clients
Dog Walking FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Columbia on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $18 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Nov 2025, there are 988 dog walkers in Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 84% of Columbia dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Columbia have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 2 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Columbia.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 988 dog walkers in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbia, 97% 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 walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker 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 dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
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