Dog Boarding in Columbus
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“Thank you to Jennifer and her crew for loving our fur babies! Her communication was clear and her updates/photos showed our pups were playing/cuddling up with her family. We had peace of mind that they were in great hands while we were traveling.”
“Our experience with Kayla was wonderful. Teddy was well loved and cared for. He was happy and playful. Kayla sent updates and photos daily. I would highly recommend her services and looking forward to booking with her again in the future.”
“Heather was an amazing dog sitter and was super flexible. Our dog was so happy to have room to run around and receive some great attention! Heather makes sure to send you photos of your doggo, which is amazing! Will use again!! Highly recommend.”
“First time leaving my baby, Kai, with a sitter in Columbus. Couldn't have made a better sitter selection. Selau was wonderful from their first meeting at dropoff, I could tell Kai felt comfortable with her. I had no worries while Kai was in Selau's care. Wonderful sitting, I have found my Columbus sitter. Will definitely use again and recommend.”
“If I could give more stars for Carly, I would. We were worried about someone taking care of our beloved pet Chase. He's a Vizsla, if anyone knows about this breed knows that they're very attached to their owners and many times suffers from separation anxiety as ours does. We are retired so we spent every day with him, and rarely live him alone. For our 41 wedding anniversary, we decided to go on a cruise so we spent a lot of time thinking about what to do with Chase, but we were lucky to find the best person for the job Carly and her husband. Were a lot better than we expected. Can't recommend highly enough to anyone who is in a similar situation. Thank you Carly for the bottom of our hearts for taking good care of Chase. Everything went perfect in our vacation thanks to you, and your love and dedication to Chase. Respectfully, Haby and Cristina”
“I was able to book with Casey last minute and she took great care of my Sweetie. When my cousin picked my dog up she said my dog was walking around like she was home and comfortable. I would definitely rebook and you should too.”
“Donald was wonderful with Cozette. She had a vacation when I did and I wasn’t worried about her even once. Don even cooked salmon 🍣 for her.🤩. Don made time to speak to me daily and share pics. We have definitely found a sitter for life.”
“Maddie was amazing! I got updates and pictures during my dog’s stay. She was attentive to his needs and worked with him to make sure he was comfortable throughout his stay”
“This is the second time Megan has watched one of our dogs, and the first time for our other dog. Megan is always so friendly and took great care of our babies! They get along great with Megan’s dogs and we’re so exhausted when we got home. I know they had a great time! I really appreciate her responsiveness to messages and pictures of my babies!”
“Ziggy had a wonderful time with Samira and family. She provided pictures and updates and really kept my mind at ease. Considering this was an emergency, I was a tad nervous about leaving Ziggy with a 'stranger'. Samira proved she's no stranger and she (and family) will love on your furry family!”
“My dog, Nitro, has separation anxiety almost as bad as his father. I was a little worried about how he would feel about me abandoning him with strangers. But Rebecca, James and their family welcomed to Nitro into their home and did a great job assuring him that he would be okay. Nitro was very happy to see me when I returned and I was happy to see that he seemed to have had a good time. I was very pleased with Rebecca and James and I will definitely call upon them again”
“Second time bringing the dogs over and my experience with Awy and Stephanie definitely didn’t disappoint. She constantly send videos and pictures. What I love most is that she’s very special and caring with them. It’s like caring for them myself.”
“Autumn is super sweet and provides a beautiful roomie space, she did awesome with our two boys. They had a great time, she kept me updated and sent pictures, and they came home super happy. We’ll definitely be rebooking. Thank you, Autumn!”
About: My family has had dogs since I was a young child, and I love dogs. My wife and I live with our own two fur babies, Aluma (female, 5 yrs, Border Collie mix) and Maybelle (female, 7 yrs, Shih Tzu) but we have a spacious backyard and I work from home. Typically available Monday-Friday but can also help out during the weekend with advance notice. Communication is key, and I am able to flex my own hours as long as we can sort it out ahead of time. Attention to detail, not rushing it with your dog, and making sure their needs are met. These are the commitments I make to you and your special pet.
“Lexie was amazing! She was super responsive and kept us up to date with pictures throughout the weekend. Whiskey had a blast and was sad to leave her sweet dogs. It was a great environment and we hope to use her again! Highly recommend.”
“Last minute booking, dogs were happy, not sure they wanted to leave. She did great with updating me with pictures on how they were doing. Drop-off and pick-up is always quick. You can feel assured having her watch your dogs.”
“This was our third time having Barley board with Taylor. As always she was great! We love having someone so consistent to watch Barley and already have her booked for another stay!”
About: I've taken care of dogs all my life and love meeting new ones. I can even get you a discount on grooming! I grew up with a Papillon and live with a golden doodle! My boyfriend and I love walking and taking care of dogs on the weekend. I work from home and am available on the weekdays and weekends usually at anytime. Willing to drive if you have parking and need house sitting! I live in an apartment and also live with a golden doodle who is well-trained and likes to play with other dogs! I often take him to the park. Comfortable with high energy dogs. I specialize in taking care of special needs dogs and dogs with high anxiety.
“Nikki takes wonderful care of our pup and keeps us up to date on how he’s doing. Her dogs also get along with ours and keeps him active. Overall I’m very please with our pup’s stay.”
Over 1,889 pet parents in Columbus have booked dog boarding
Columbus dog parents share their Rover experiences
Barkley loves spending time with Meredith, Darren and Koda! The home is super clean, the backyard is a hit for Barkley to be able to run around with Koda and photos are send daily of Barkley's time there. I feel 100% comfortable with Barkley in their care when we are away.
Nina was AMAZING with our puppy! And her two dogs are SO well behaved. Our puppy was a little nervous at first and the dogs knew to leave her alone until she was comfortable. She provided us with tons of updates and pictures. Our puppy seemed super happy when we picked her up :) We will definitely try to book her again!
100000/10! This was the longest my dog and I have ever been apart in 3years, since I got her and she make it worth it..I was so scared to let her go I didn’t know how she would react and adapted and how the sitter would handle her! Yall it was amazing! She sent pictures and videos every single day and gave pupdates(updates)every single morning! I didn’t have to ask, she just did so! When we left and my dog was excited to see me but she also whined a little when we pulled out and that’s how I knew that she was amazing with her!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Columbus is $33
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Sitters in Columbus average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jan 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Columbus is $33 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $231. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Columbus dog boarding rates can be found as low as $23 to as high as $44 per night.
As of Jan 2026, 181 sitters provided dog boarding in Columbus. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters 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, 97% of Columbus dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Columbus have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Columbus.
Rover makes it easy to find Columbus dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 181 dog boarding sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbus, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 90% 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 boarding 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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 dog boarding 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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