Pet Boarding in Columbus
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“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 and her significant other were very sweet and caring of my Tyson. Their apartment was emaculate, spotless, cozy and safe. They made me feel very comfortable with leaving my Tyson in their care. Autimn kept me updated on his stay and shared photos. I definitely recommend them both. Your fur is in great hands with these two. I can't ask for a better sitter.”

“All I can say is wow. Madison went above and beyond to make our baby Greyson comfortable, even given our sweet little boy a bath after playing in the mud with her sweet Shepherds. Was excited to see me when I picked him up, but he seemed that he was torn and wanted to stay with Madison as well. Definitely will rebook.”

“Olivia will be our go to person when we need a sitter if she’s available. She kept me informed and sent pictures during our trip. We were nervous since we haven’t had to leave Kelsi with anyone, but Olivia put us at ease. The quiet home atmosphere and Olivia’s warm personality was exactly what we were looking for. Kelsi was content and we will not hesitate to leave her again. Thank you Olivia for taking such good care of our senior lady. Do not hesitate using Olivia. Your loved one will be in good hands.”

“Tobi seemed to enjoy his stay with Bethany! We got photos and updates during his stay. He came back to us tired so I’m sure he got some play time in! Bethany asked beforehand about any food/treat restrictions and let us know ahead of time that they separate their dogs from Rover dogs. We enjoyed our vacation knowing he was in good hands!”

“Marina was AMAZING. My baby had the best time and was under such great care with her. She made sure he was safe, had a full tummy, and was happy everyday and I can’t begin to thank her enough. I can’t imagine using any other sitter or boarding service other than her now that I’ve seen how awesome she is. You can tell she truly cares about these babies and it’s really comforting to see that. Would 1000% recommend to anyone looking for care for their animals!”

“Amanda took great care of our 9 year old dog. I felt very confident leaving him in her care. She was flexible with our timeframes and communication was great. Definitely recommend Amanda for your pets care.”

“Samantha and her family were absolutely wonderful. I contacted her day of to watch my pup due to a family emergency and she responded instantly that she could watch Barley. She worked with my schedule for drop off and pick up and even offered to watch him for another when our flight got delayed! She sent so many pictures and updates while I was gone and made me feel so comfortable and really put me at ease that my pup was safe and having a great time! Barley boy had an absolute blast during his stay and I can’t wait to schedule with this family again! Thank you so much Samantha and family! You were amazing!!!”

“Rebecca was awesome with Max. She made him very comfortable and happy while I was away for the weekend. She kept me updated on his stay while he was with her. I can tell by the pictures she sent me , that he was very happy, I will definitely use Rebecca again in the future. Thanks again Rebecca for taking care of my Max. 💗💕😊🐩”

“Brenda is amazing!!!! Communication and pictures sent on a daily basis. Lots of love and snuggles for my two babies. They really had an awesome time. Will rebook again with her!!! ??”

“Taylor was such a great find! She was great with our dog and stayed in regular contact sending updates. She was very responsive during the booking process and was super flexible about drop off and pick up times. Our dog was happy and healthy when we picked him up which is exactly what you want! So glad to have found such a great match for our needs, we will for sure book with Taylor again!”

“I just want to give a big thank you to Robin! Ryder seems to have thoroughly enjoyed herself.. Robin was perfectly communicative and sent pictures daily. When I picked Ryder up she smelled the best she ever has & had a cute little bonus sash❤️ we are thrilled!!”

“Mary Grace was a godsend to our family. Our beloved and notoriously mischievous 11 year old /70lb shepherd mix is prone to stress and can’t be comfortably boarded in a facility. He is also getting older, so he struggles with separation anxiety and requires frequent walks and intellectual stimulation. Mary Grace was a perfect fit. She is extremely competent and conscientious. She met both Ranger’s needs as a full time companion (walks, feeding, engaging) and my needs as a concerned parent (pictures, updates, etc). It’s the first time we’ve traveled in years that I was not constantly worried about Ranger. I would not hesitate to book with her again or to recommend her to others. She is amazing and I’m so grateful for how well she cared for our boy.”

“keshia was so attentive and kind! she asked all of the necessary questions to make sure she could give my two dogs the most comfortable stay possible and kept me updated with pictures throughout my whole vacation. it was such a huge relief to know my babies were safe and in good hands while i was out of town. would definitely recommend to others in need of pet sitting services. thank you keshya! ☺️”

“Gloria was wonderful with our senior dog. She is warm and friendly and very caring to my furbaby sending multiple photos during her stay. Highly recommend and will book with her again!”

“Debbie was great....she gave us regular updates on Roodles. She took very care of our dog....we were very impressed. She even had a meet and greet in the beginning to meet roodles....we felt very comfortable leaving Roodles with her. Our dog is scared of fireworks and Debbie comforted her and got her through it on NY eve”

“I am so beyond grateful for Marianne! Our pup has made a special bond with her sweet dog, Gingercookie, and when we had to go out of town while our guy wasn’t feeling well I knew he was in good hands. Marianne made him special treats for his tummy and kept us updated the whole time. We all love Marianne!”

“Alexandrea did an amazing job taking care of Gunner. She was able to understand his needs and gave him the treatment he needed to feel safe and comfortable with her. By the time I picked up my dog his tail was wagging and he didn’t want to leave Alexandrea’s house because he had so much fun lol. She even kept my dog an additional 2 hours because I was stuck in traffic.”

About: I am an avid animal lover, but let's be real, dogs are the best. I love their curiosity, their faithfulness, and their pure love of life. I will always treat your dog (and okay, yes, cats I love them too but for entirely different reasons! Aka sass and attitude) as if they were human and give them all the love they want and deserve! I have fostered many dogs, puppies, and kittens over the last 7 years and wouldn't have traded a single minute of it. I will spoil your baby with fun while always following your rules. I have a sweet girl of my own and I can honestly say she has saved me. We love making friends so would enjoy opening our home up to others. I am currently in the Army, stationed here at Fort Benning for the duration of my career, but would love to help others take care of their dogs in the meantime! I have my own dog so am always home in a timely manner to take care of her daily and I’m typically home on the weekends to be able to hang out with her all day long. I have a fenced backyard, a screened in porch, and plenty of love! I have one dog who is very friendly with other dogs and people! She absolutely loves to play and run around with others or be lazy and relax.
Columbus pet parents share their Rover experiences
Could not recommend her enough! Claudia was communicative, updated me on how my pup was doing multiple times throughout the day, sent me many pics/vids showing me he was having a great time. And when I picked him up, he was a tired HAPPY pup. I will certainly be booking again!

Heather was absolutely amazing! We boarded our dog with her while we were out of town and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She was communicative, caring, and treated our pup like her own. We came home to one happy dog and will definitely be booking with Heather again!

Alexandria was absolutely wonderful with Rue! She was extremely attentive, communicated efficiently throughout the stay, and sent plenty of pictures and updates during his day, which gave us so much peace of mind. Her home was very clean, well-kept, and clearly a welcoming environment for pets. Rue looked genuinely happy and comfortable during his time with her, and it was obvious he was getting lots of love and attention. We especially appreciated her mentioning how much her husband loved having Ruger around — it made us feel like he was truly treated like part of the family. We would absolutely book with Alexandria again in the future and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, caring, and easy to work with!

Rebecca and James & family are so caring and took wonderful care of our pet Rani. They have been flexible with the pick up and drop off as well which has been great. They keep us updated with pictures which my family love!! We can trust Rani is in great hands in a home away from home, when we book with them. Glad to have found them for our family.

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.

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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Columbus is $35
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Sitters in Columbus average 7 repeat pet boarding clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for pet boarding in Columbus on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $35 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, 256 sitters provided pet 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, pet boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 95% of Columbus pet boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide pet boarding in Columbus have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 256 pet boarding sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Columbus, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 96% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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 pet 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.




