Dog Boarding in Columbus, MN

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Tammy S.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
6 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Columbus, MN, 55025

Maverick had a fun time playing at Tammy’s house! She sent pictures and kept us up to date on how he was doing. He loved her fenced backyard and the extra dog toys. We will be booking with Tammy again!

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Trish R.
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Brandy & Chad F.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
17 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Bandy and Chad have been fabulous with our dog Patty. She can be a nervous little dog when she's out of her normal environment and they've been so patient and loving to make her feel so at home. We are so relieved and thankful that we've found such reliable sitters with Brandy and Chad. Patty will definitely be going back and we know she'll look forward to it!

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Patricia & Patrick B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
28 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Lino Lakes, MN, 55014

Rosie loved her time with Patricia and Patrick. She decided Patrick was her special person and followed him everywhere. She was so loved and well taken care of! Patricia and Patrick are such lovely people!

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Anna L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
252 reviews
129 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lino lakes, MN, 55014

Anna is the go-to sitter for our dogs. She is very accommodating and goes above and beyond our expectations and provides a safe and loving atmosphere for our dogs. Bruno was excited when we pulled up to Anna’s house.

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Talishia S.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Stacy, MN, 55079

Talisha took such good care of my dogs. One is 13-1/2 and the other a 1 year old. They were there almost 2 weeks. I will definitely call on Talisha again!

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Alisha & Cameron D.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Circle Pines, MN, 55014

Dogs really enjoy themselves here! It’s an open, welcoming atmosphere where dogs can play and socialize with the other pups. I love a good environment that’s comfortable for both dogs and children, and this place fits right in. They have a big backyard for the dogs to run and burn off energy, and overall it seemed like a perfect fit for ours. They’re also very communicative and send pictures, which I really appreciate. Highly recommend! 🐾💛

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Michelle D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
227 reviews
104 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Circle Pines, MN, 55014

Michelle was great to work with! Easy communication, daily pictures, excellent overall care for my dogs. Would definitely use her again in the future.

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Jackie R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
10 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Jackie and the family were great. I felt comfortable right out of the gate that our dog would be in good hands. Her dogs kept ours company with lots of playing out in their fences in yard and she even took them on walks. The kids helped out and Jackie sent pictures and updates throughout which was much appreciated. We will be trusting them with our dog again in the future for sure!

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Marie & Mark C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Chisago City, MN, 55013

Marie and Mark took great care of my extremely attention needing Basset hound. Sent lots of updates and treated her so kind. Would highly recommend them to watch your pets.

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Karissa N.
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$52
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4.9 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Andover, MN, 55304

What a WONDERFUL Experience! This was our first time using a service for our little lady, Sadie. Karissa was so knowledgeable, loving, & accommodating when our flight was delayed. She sent regular updates & sweet videos to assure us that all was good, we were able to fully enjoy our time away! I highly recommend Karissa! Thanks so much!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Lisa M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
10 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Lisa helped us out last minute with dog sitting when our other sitter fell through and she was great!! Very responsive and even sent us pictures of Briggs. He came home a very happy pup thanks to Lisa and Dukey!!

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Amy N.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
290 reviews
156 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Brooklyn Park, MN, 55444

This was my first time using this app and I was a little skeptical but Amy was absolutely amazing to deal with and treated my dog like her own I would recommend her to anyone and will continue to use her service in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Shana S.
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Shana S.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Lino Lakes, MN, 55014

Our Willow was cared for and loved just as we would with Shana and her family. Willow even ate right away there (something she doesn’t do often when a little stressed) so she obviously didn’t miss a beat going there for boarding. We will definitely use Shana again if she is available!

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Angie S.
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Nancy & Jeremy N.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
22 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Fridley, MN, 55432

Nancy and Jeremy are so wonderful and attentive to our dog. They send pictures and stay in touch consistently. They are flexible and great to work with!

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jennifer b.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
30 years of experience
Forest lake, MN, 55025

Jennifer was an absolute lifesaver for us and an incredible dog sitter. She sent daily photo updates and detailed messages about our baby girl Reeba, which put my mind completely at ease. It's clear she has a genuine love for animals. It was such a comfort also to know Reeba was calm, and she even got extra playtime and snuggles with the kids. Reeba seemed completely relaxed and happy in the pictures Jen sent. We can't recommend Jennifer and her family enough , we will definitely be booking with her again for our future trips!

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Kristin S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
6 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lino Lakes, MN, 55038

Kristin is absolutely amazing. She is wonderful with my dogs. She goes above and beyond and is super flexible with adapting to my dogs and my needs. I definitely recommended Kristin!

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Shelly C.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Hugo, MN, 55038

I couldn't have been happier with the love and thorough care Shelly gave to my dog, Rocky. I feel so incredibly blessed to have found Shelly to be his caregiver. Shelly sent pictures throughout his stay with her and even helped me figure out some new foods and treats for my picky little eater. I will be booking with her again and again! You won't regret booking with Shelly. She is a true animal lover.

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Luke & Rachel W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
110 reviews
29 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Vadnais Heights, MN, 55127

Second time using Luke and Rachel. They are great with Daisy and seem like dog people. Daisy was well cared for, we got updates on how she was doing, they communicate well and pick up/drop off is easy. Will use again!

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Trina S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Andover, MN, 55304

Trinia and family took wonderful care of our dogs while we were away. We had good communication, pictures and support for our first time away from our dogs. We really appreciate the outside play,the snuggles and the interactions with their dogs. Overall it was a very nice experience and we could not have been happier (and our pups!)

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April H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
50 years of experience
Lino Lakes, MN, 55014

April took such great care of Fred while we were out of town. It made it so much easier to be gone knowing that he was in good hands (and definitely getting spoiled in the best way). April will be our go to for future boarding and we can't recommend her enough!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tammy and John are absolutely wonderful. I felt so comfortable leaving my dog with them. I received updates and pictures/videos of my dog and how comfortable she was them. they made her feel special.I would highly recommend them.

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Barb L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We couldn’t be happier with the care our French Bulldog, Frenchy, received! From the moment we met, it was clear they truly love dogs and treat them like family. Frenchy felt comfortable right away, and we got great updates and photos that gave us total peace of mind while we were away.

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Scott C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisa is amazing! She was great with being flexible at drop off time. She sent us updates and pictures of Sherman. When we came to picture Sherman, he was so comfortable and calm, highly recommend lisa!!!

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Noelle S.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Columbus is $45

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Sitters in Columbus average 11
repeat dog boarding clients

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If you’re searching for a Columbus dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

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As of Mar 2026, 1,746 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, 91% of Columbus dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Columbus have an average of 18 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 1,746 dog boarding sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbus, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.