Dog Boarding in Columbus, NC
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“Thank you for being such good care takers! Ann and Jaren always do such a fantastic job at keeping me updated with lots of photos of Lottie while I am out of town. Can’t explain how much that means when away from home. Thank you for taking such good care of her, always! -Anna”
“Megan is amazing! Our pup was so happy to see her again and from the pictures it looks like she had so much fun! Megan even gave us the sweetest handmade gift because we were going out of town for our wedding! :)”
“Thanks Kharen for taking such good care of Pearl for us. I always feel so comfortable leaving our baby with you. Thanks for sending the pics of your husband holding Pearl. I can see she has you trained real well. Thanks again, your the best!!!”
“We were very pleased with the care for my fur baby. Charlene is an extremely loving caregiver. I highly recommend her to care for your dog. Pictures and video's send every day and great updates. Charlene took him to the park and kept him active. She is a truly master to take care of dog. My dog had a fantastic vacation. She is also very flexible for the changes of our flight time. EXCELANT, I just can’t say enough thanks to Charlene.”
“Michelle is the best host in the area. She is loving, attentive, send a bunch a photos and updates and takes really good care of my dogs. Her space is perfect for them: it's spacious with a fenced backyard. They even came back smelling really well after ten days with her, as shen cleaned them with baby wipes. And she gifted them with special doggie home made cookies. Michelle really loves dogs and I am very comfortable leaving my loved ones with her.”
“Garrett and his wife, Rachel, were wonderful with our older dog, Buster! Rachel welcomed Buster when he selected her as his “surrogate owner” for the weekend and followed her everywhere she went. 😀 Buster not only got fabulous care from both Garrett and Rachel, but their dog, Dax, was a sweetheart and provided Buster with both socialization and exercise while they played in their fenced in back yard. Although this was the first time using Garrett as a care provider, we will definitely be back and highly recommend,….”
“We found a winner!!!! It is always hard to leave a 4 legged family member behind with someone for the first time. Lauren was amazing! She sent me pictures and updates every day like clockwork! It made me feel so much better about leaving Tango with her. I think he had more fun that we did. He loves to play with other dogs and having him worn out when we come home is always the goal. You can tell Lauren really loves dogs. He was in good hands.We will definitely be back.”
“Jamie and Nathan were great! Very accommodating on relatively short notice. Ellie looked well taken care of, and made a new friend! Communication was easy and regular, and the location was convenient. I would definitely book again!”
“KaLynn went above and beyond for Reggie while we were on vacation. It was his first time staying overnight away from us and he has some nervous tendencies… she did everything possible to make him comfortable. She kept us updated daily and was quick to respond! By the end of the week it sounds like he really opened up and was even playing with the other dogs at the house. Great experience!!”
“Chino was well taken care of while I was away. Chino is shy and when I picked her up she did not seem shy at all with them, especially with Shannon's lovely daughter. I would recommend her and she also has a privacy fence surrounding her backyard, which put me at ease also.I would definitely ask for her services again!”
“My dog seemed to really enjoy her time with Marnette, David, and Gouda. This was the first time we had our dog stay with someone who we didn’t know personally. I was nervous, but Marnette and David took very good care of our dog. They are trustworthy and kind. We appreciated check-ins and pictures in the morning and at night. Highly recommend!”
“Liliana did a wonderful job keeping my senior dog who can be anxious around new people. She’s warm and inviting and took excellent care of my pup. She provided regular updates and photos. I look forward to using Liliana again!”
“Bailee life bed Mic and did a fabulous job taking care of him for the 6 days they were together. I could tell from the daily photos that Mic was very happy playing with her dogs and running free in her yard. Thank you Bailee!”
“Honey had a great time with Deborah. She was well taken care of and Deborah sent pictures every day. If you need a caregiver for your pet, you can trust Deborah.”
“Aleicia did an amazing job with Bruce! I felt that he was in good hands, and he was one tired puppy when he came home! He is already booked for another stay with her :) Thank you!”
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Columbus is $43
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Sitters in Columbus average 12 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of May 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Columbus is $43 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $301. 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 $26 to as high as $38 per night.
As of May 2026, 432 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 20 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 432 dog boarding sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbus, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
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