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Top rated Columbia house sitters
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“Erica was fantastic! We were out of town for a week and needed someone we could trust to stay at our house and provide daily feeding and walks for our two dogs. We received daily updates, including photos of our dogs while eating, walking, sleeping, all the things. We came home to relaxed, stress-free dogs I even think our cocker spaniel developed a little crush on Erica! We plan on using Erica again in the future and have already recommended her to neighbors and friends.”

“Michele was amazing with my three animals— we were a last-minute booking and she came to meet them first and then worked hard to make them feel at ease. She was attentive, kind, and caring and sent us updates and photos to reassure us that all was well. She made our holiday trip possible and we are super grateful!!”

“Emily was great! We were able to fully focus on the wedding we attended knowing that our dog was in good hands! We appreciated the thorough updates from Emily and look forward to having her again in the future.”

“Danielle did a great job taking care of our pup. She was on time for meets and clearly communicated her schedule and needs to ensure they met our expectations. She also sent lots of photos and videos of our dog while we were away. Would definitely book her again!”

“Jordan did an excellent job taking care of our two German Shepherds which can at times be challenging because of their energy and stubbornness! She sent regular updates, followed their routine, excellent communication, and our kept the house so neat and tidy! She was also so thoughtful and flexible in her willingness to stay longer if we had issues with our travel back home. We so appreciate this support especially during the holidays. She is an excellent sitter overall and I would highly recommend her!”

About: I can't promise your pet(s) won't be spoiled! One level home with a playmate, our 17 yr old Dora, a 15 year old, sweet old aussie shepherd. I am retired and dogs are my passion. I am located in the George's Tavern area of Goochland. I am usually home daily. My schedule is flexible. We have a very large fenced yard. Your dog(s) will have room to explore inside and out. We can discuss any special needs. I have experience with all shapes, sizes and breeds, however, as much as I love them, I cannot handle bigger and stronger breeds.. Your dogs are my daily priority. I can schedule any time daily and I am open to a long-term boarding commitment when I am available. I have customers that found me through other avenues, and have outstanding reviews as I appear to have become Grandma to so many beloved pets I will provide references. I give lots of time and attention to all dogs giving special loving attention to the aging beauties. They all need lots of love and often need special care.
“Zach and Logan did a great job with the pups over the wkend. They were helpful not only with them, but caring for my chickens and hanging baskets while we were gone. I was a bit apprehensive about having someone I didn't know stay in my home but they made it easy and are very trustworthy. They are good communicators and kept me informed throughout their stay on how the pups were doing. Highly recommend them. Definitely will call upon them in the future.”

“We highly recommend Riley. Our little Calli Has some anxiety issues, but she seemed to relax and accept Riley easily. She was in excellent spirits when we returned home, and was well cared for. Riley’s knowledge of pets and her love of them is obvious.”


“Dawn was fabulous! She was communicative and really bonded with our dogs and ducks! She even left our house cleaner than she found it!!! I could not have asked for a better dog/duck/house sitter!”

“Megan was spectacular, stepping in with very short notice to dog sit my puppy for a week when my original sitter canceled a few days before I left. She took very good care of my dog a provided some very cute photos of the fun they were having”

“Benson had an absolutely wonderful time with Helena!! Helena is so conscientious- twice daily updates with pictures! The house is immaculate when we return - highly recommend Helena!!!”

“We could not have asked for a better sitter! Sarah watched our pups at our home for over two weeks. I was recovering from a big surgery, and her regular updates/pictures would always brighten my day! I could tell my pups were having a great time with her. She was so thoughtful and reached out to us any time she had a concern about the pups or the house. When we returned, our pups were happy and relaxed. They acted completely normal-like we had not been away for the past 2 weeks! lol That was the best outcome we could have hoped for, and is absolutely a testament to how well Sarah cared for them while we were away. Thank you, Sarah! Radio & Gus cannot wait to see you again!”

“Ada stayed overnight at my house with Bailey. She did an excellent job. Bailey loved her. She walked Bailey in the neighborhood and cuddled with her...No wonder Bailey loves her. She also left my house very nice and clean after staying there for 5 days. I will definitely call her again when Bailey needs a sitter.”


“Tina was wonderful with our puppy. He had never had a pet sitter before, and she took excellent and loving care of him, with lots of play time, exercise, and even some training. He even cried when she left! We will definitely ask her to take care of him again.”

“We loved Jana! She was kind, courteous and polite always. She sent us lots of pictures and kept in communication with us. Our home was clean and she even stripped the bed of the linens. 10/10 would/will call her again!!”
About: Hello my name is Jessy! I have had an undeniable love for animals since before I could walk! I worked at animal rescue for 4 years, where I became the farm supervisor and loved every single second of it!! I am doing rover because I have reached my adoption limit in my house (hehe oops!) so in order to fill my void for wanting to bring home more and more animals, I figured I would offer my love and affection in a way that can help other people’s fur babies! I know I sure do miss my pups while I am away. I know it can be stressful leaving your pet in the care of a stranger so I assure to send you plenty of pictures and updates throughout the time I am caring for your pet!
About: As a teenager, I started my pet siting experience with friends and family. Now, as an adult I want to continue to fill that need. I currently work full-time during the week. So I can do pet care on weekends your away for Vacation, Anniversary, Wedding or etc. I am Flexible I follow whatever routine you have. As a pet owner myself, I understand they need to stick to their routine to feel comfortable and safe.
Over 3 pet parents in Columbia have booked house sitting
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Columbia is $50
Why Choose Rover?
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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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We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Sitters in Columbia average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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 Dec 2025 was about $50 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 Dec 2025, there are 136 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, 87% of Columbia house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Columbia have an average of 17 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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.



