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Sitter Profile Image: Doris S.
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Doris S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
189 reviews
63 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Doris is a very caring, loving, dog sitter who encourages her charges to relax, play, and have fun! We love the fact that she sent frequent photos of our baby Sheltie! We already have made another reservation!

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Kimberly B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Palmyra, VA, 22963

About: Hello, my name is Kimberly! I have 25 years of animal care experience! Large Animal and Small Animals of all kinds. I am currently a Vet Science Instructor at CATEC well versed in handling, medication administration and excellent communication. I would love to take care of any and fury friends for your peace of mind! I am available all summer to take care of any and all animals! Boarding for dogs only can be done in my home but am also available for drop ins and walking! I have a fenced in yard, and a friendly boxer to keep your pets company if they are in my home. All animals must be comfortable with two very respectful children while in the home!

Sitter Profile Image: Kate D.
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Kate D.
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$40
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25 years of experience
Powhatan, VA, 23139

About: I have taken care of all kinds of animals- birds, cats, dogs and more since I was small. I have a wide variety of pets and lots od space for your baby to feel welcome while youre away. In home care is also available- taking time to make your pet feel loved in their home is important while you're gone. I am a teacher and have nothing but time during the summer! During the school year I am available for early morning drop in and check ins after school as well as house sitting and overnights. I have a fenced in yard with 2 dogs of my own for company. Additonally, we live on 4 acres where we can take walks and play. Your kitty would be comfortable in our rancher 2 outdoor cats.

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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
14 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23238

Cyrus was phenomenal. He kept us in the loop about how the dogs were doing the whole time we were away & truly felt they were in the best care.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
21 years of experience
Rockville, VA, 23146

Our pup is very very shy, and incredibly sensitive. We wanted to make sure that she could stay with someone patient, understanding, and kind. Alexandra was amazing with our girl and she left with more confidence than we dropped her off with! All instructions were followed, we got frequent updates, and the service went above and beyond what we would typically expect from any dog sitter. Worth every penny and we will be booking again

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James B.
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$37
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4.9 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
14 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

I can't recommend James enough! This was our first time travelling without our dog, and James was very responsive to all of our requests. He sent us daily pictures of her which really helped us since this was the first time we were away from her since adopting. Our dog came home sleepy and happy and it was obvious to us that she was well cared for and enjoyed her time. We're already planning our next trip so that we can book James again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura K.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

Laura kept our 9-month old, 70lb 'puppy' for a week and we had a great experience. Laura was prompt, easy to deal with and kept in regular touch with us while we were away. Our dog had a learning curve to contend with - it was her first Rover experience and her first time living around other dogs. Laura handled it all without complaint . She provides lots of room to run, play and be free at her space.

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Sitter Profile Image: Caroline D.
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Caroline D.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
24 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fry Springs, Charlottesville, VA, 22903

Moxie had a great time staying over with Caroline. I loved getting photos and updates. Caroline is very experienced with dogs who have special needs and she is warm and friendly. So glad we found her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Julie N.
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Julie N.
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$57
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
10 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

Julie and her family took wonderful care of, spoiled really, our dog Waffles. We are so thankful to have found Julie. We give Julie our highest recommendation for caring for other dogs.

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Sitter Profile Image: Natalie H.
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Natalie H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bumpass, VA, 23024

They took care of them very well! We were worried because our dogs have limited human interactions, but she assured us that they were really good. We were very scared putting them in someone else's care but they did above and beyond, especially for the dogs temperaments. Thank you!

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Sitter Profile Image: Yana S.
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Yana S.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Yana is amazing! She took such great care of my dog and sent daily pictures and updates which gave me peace of mind that he was happy and healthy while I was away. Highly recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth M.
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Elizabeth M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
238 reviews
82 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23238

Elizabeth took great care of Luna. I look forward to updates and pics whenever I have to leave my dog for my own sake and Elizabeth did just that! Thank you.

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Sitter Profile Image: Don & Bobbi S.
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Don & Bobbi S.
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$40
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20 years of experience
Goochland, VA, 23063

About: Hi we are Don and Bobbi! We both have grown up around dogs their entire lives and have always been passionate about caring for animals. Between our families, we’ve had many dogs and cats over the years, giving us experience with pets of different ages, sizes, and personalities. Today, we have two dogs and a cat of our own and understand the importance of providing pets with love, attention, exercise, and a safe environment. We’ve also pet sat for friends and family and have enjoyed getting to know and care for their pets as if they were our own. We decided to join Rover because we love spending time with animals and thought it would be a fun way to help other pet owners feel confident that their pets are receiving excellent care while they’re away. We understand our profile is new with no reviews but we promise to provide exceptional care and hope to show that through reviews as we get settled on this app! Bobbi works from home Monday-Friday and Don works from home Monday and Friday. Someone will always be home to care for your animals! Our flexible schedules allow pet care to be a priority. We have a massive yard for the dogs to run around and are constantly going on leashed walks near our house. Our house is their house and we are happy to play with your pup as much as they need!

Sitter Profile Image: Christine & Charles P.
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Christine & Charles P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22980

Our doodle had a great visit with Christine and Charles. We received regular updates and pictures on how everything was going. Their location & setup provides everything a pet needs. Looking forward to using their services in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Riley O.
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Riley O.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
43 repeat clients
7 years of experience
manakin sabot, VA, 23103

This was a repeat booking for our 10 month old puppy. He looked like he was having an absolute blast and came home and went promptly to sleep. Thanks for taking good care of our guy.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nadia G.
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Nadia G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Schuyler, VA, 22969

Our family was going through a really tough time and Nadia came to our rescue! She treated our puppy like her baby and provided updates and pictures multiple times a day which made us feel so safe and secure. She even made scarves and necklaces for our sweet pup and made her feel like a princess. We had an issue come up where we needed to schedule extra days and she was so kind and accommodating. Our puppy was so sad to leave her. I’d recommend Nadia to anybody and everybody and I can’t wait to be able to book with her again in the future. She’s now my puppy’s godmother😅 and she’ll always be my go-to.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tyler W.
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Tyler W.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Keswick, VA, 22947

Tyler was communicative, helpful, and flexible! Sundance had the best time out on his farm and came home happy. You can really tell Tyler enjoys time with animals and treats them like one of his own. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jasmine F.
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Jasmine F.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Farmville, VA, 23901

Jasmine was awesome with my doggie babies!! My Wally was very anxious and she done very well with him! I would recommend her to anyone! She sent me updates and pics every day!!! Loved her! My babies looked happy!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny R.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Jenny was brilliant - truly think we have found a gem of a place in her farm. Monty came home tuckered out and full of happiness. I think he had a great vacation! Highly recommend

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexis S.
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Alexis S.
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$50
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18 years of experience
Scottsville, VA, 24590

About: I’ve taken care of pretty much all kinds of animals in my life! Dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, chickens… I’m a current dog mom to 4 pups. One of which is a cancer dog, so I’m very familiar with giving medication if need be. We also have a 1 year old puppy + are very refreshed on puppy life! I love any + all animals— they’re my “people”. I currently work mornings- 2pm ish Monday Tuesday and Friday so can come for afternoon walks/visits! I’m available Monday thru Friday. Available some weekends with prior notice if is suits. I have plenty of dog leash walking experience + can keep my eye on your pups! We love to host dogs in our home as it gives us the little bit of love to go around without the need of getting more of our own.

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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Columbia is $48

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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Columbia on Rover is $42.18 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 242 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Columbia. About 92% 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 VA 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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