Dog Boarding in Columbus
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“Ellen did an amazing job caring for my 2 dogs! She followed all instructions and sent pictures throughout the day. My dogs seemed to be very comfortable with her. Highly recommend!”
“Dawn was incredible. From the warm welcome upon my last minute business trip in which Atticus couldn’t join. Dawn provided fresh chicken and daily walks and her updates were detailed and lovely. Such a wonderful experience. Will be back. Thank you!”
“Alexandria did an excellent job with my dog, Pluto! She was very attentive and made me feel very comfortable keeping him! I absolutely recommend her to anyone who needs a dog sitter!”
“This was our first time using Rover and Emily was great. I set up the stay about 2 months out because I wasn't sure how the Thanksgiving would effect finding a place for Lucy. Emily was super and answered so many questions for me. Lucy also had a great time playing with Emily's other dogs. ”
“Amanda and Brandon go above and beyond for the puppies in their care. We know our dog had an amazing time and was well cared for. We will not hesitate to use them again!”
“Communication was great and I got daily updates. Lucy felt comfortable enough to eat while I was away (she usually goes on a hunger strike) and Amy was flexible with our pickup time. Thank you for taking great care of my 😇”
About: I've grown up around dogs, cats, horses, and many other animals. I have had six dogs and trained all of them to walk and do certain tricks, and did the 4-H dog program as a pre-teen, as well as four cats. I have worked with various different sizes and breeds of dogs and love them all equally. I work full-time from home, so am quite flexible with scheduling and your pups won’t be wanting for anything while visiting! I currently have two dogs of my own. The oldest is a 7 year old rescue from Thailand who is a sweetheart and would spend every second of every day getting belly rubs and sun bathing. The younger one is a 2 year old mutt I adopted 1 year ago from a rescue in VA, who is timid around other dogs at first and then loves to play with any and all ages/sizes. I am very well-practiced in taking care of dogs with medical or physical difficulties (e.g., mobility issues, skin issues, giving medications, wound dressing). I work fully remote from home so I am around all the time to ensure your pets get what they need - they won’t want for anything! I have a fenced in yard, two dogs to keep your pups company, and am able to crate your dog(s) if needed. I am around always and keep a watchful eye to ensure the safety of all pups.
“Cindy was great. Lots of updates throughout the day, very responsive, and she was very flexible around hours and dates. She even provided a little gift baggie at the end. I would definitely book with her again.”
“Hallie was awesome with our dog for a long weekend trip. She has a nice clean home with a fenced in yard. We felt really comfortable the whole time and did not worry about Foss at all. He did great with her pups and it’s obvious she cares so much about our dog’s well-being which is exactly what we want when leaving our dog with someone. She was quick to respond to all of our messages, too.”
“This was my first time using Rover and Brynn was amazing! She was super communicative, send pictures and took great care of Basil! She really helped me out in a pinch- would use again 10/10!”
“Paige and Cindy were wonderful and extremely caring for my Yoshi. We are in a new city so this was their first watching him and they went out of their way to make him feel like a part of their family. 💜”
“Cecelia was amazing with my dog while I was away! She was super attentive, kept me updated with sweet photos, and treated my dog like her own. I came home to a happy, relaxed dog. I couldn’t have asked for better care. Highly recommend her!”
“I was a first time user on this app! I was really nervous but she cared for our pup like he was hers. I received many picture updates on his status. I would definitely book again.”
“Vanessa took great care of my kitten while I was out of town and was very accommodating to him and even cut his nails. She kept me updated and I was able to enjoy my trip worry free! I will definitely reschedule in the future.”
“5 stars! You can tell Sally is very attentive and loving to the dogs she welcomes into her home. She gave our energetic 1 year old lab puppy a great couple of days :)”
“This was such an easy process. Sasha made this stress free and she sent pictures and videos during his stay. She kept him active and had a great time at the park! This was great. My puppy was in great hands. I’ll definitely be returning. Thank you so much Sasha!”
“Kayleigh was amazing! She sent pictures and videos frequently and walked him multiple times. I felt l so much better about leaving my fur baby for a few days. I would definitely book again!”
“I couldn’t be happier with the care and guidance that Karl gave our dog! The daily updates with pictures was so very much appreciated! The day after our dog came home he was moping about because he missed his new canine buddies that Karl had introduced him to. I’m just sorry we didn’t find Karl sooner! He’s the best! ?”
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Ellen F.Star Sitter
“Ellen did an amazing job caring for my 2 dogs! She followed all instructions and sent pictures throughout the day. My dogs seemed to be very comfortable with her. Highly recommend!”
Dawn M.Star Sitter
“Dawn was incredible. From the warm welcome upon my last minute business trip in which Atticus couldn’t join. Dawn provided fresh chicken and daily walks and her updates were detailed and lovely. Such a wonderful experience. Will be back. Thank you!”
Alexandria V.Star Sitter
“Alexandria did an excellent job with my dog, Pluto! She was very attentive and made me feel very comfortable keeping him! I absolutely recommend her to anyone who needs a dog sitter!”
Amy Y.
“Amy did such a good job watching Lucy. She provided lots of photos and videos of her playing. It made me feel confident that Lucy was in good hands!”
Emily B.
“This was our first time using Rover and Emily was great. I set up the stay about 2 months out because I wasn't sure how the Thanksgiving would effect finding a place for Lucy. Emily was super and answered so many questions for me. Lucy also had a great time playing with Emily's other dogs. ”
Amanda M.Star Sitter
“Amanda and Brandon go above and beyond for the puppies in their care. We know our dog had an amazing time and was well cared for. We will not hesitate to use them again!”
Amy B.Star Sitter
“Communication was great and I got daily updates. Lucy felt comfortable enough to eat while I was away (she usually goes on a hunger strike) and Amy was flexible with our pickup time. Thank you for taking great care of my 😇”
Mary M.
“Mary has taken care of my dogs since she was a little girl. She is very responsible about making sure they get fed on time, exercised every day and trained to be well mannered dogs. Mary also loves to just cuddle and play with them. One of the things I like most about Mary taking care of my dogs is that she is always happy to see them and is very patient with them. I would recommend Mary as a dog walker for anyone who loves their dog and wants a caring responsible person to exercise them. ”
Cindy R.Star Sitter
“Cindy was great. Lots of updates throughout the day, very responsive, and she was very flexible around hours and dates. She even provided a little gift baggie at the end. I would definitely book with her again.”
Hallie S.Star Sitter
“Hallie was awesome with our dog for a long weekend trip. She has a nice clean home with a fenced in yard. We felt really comfortable the whole time and did not worry about Foss at all. He did great with her pups and it’s obvious she cares so much about our dog’s well-being which is exactly what we want when leaving our dog with someone. She was quick to respond to all of our messages, too.”
Brynn K.
“This was my first time using Rover and Brynn was amazing! She was super communicative, send pictures and took great care of Basil! She really helped me out in a pinch- would use again 10/10!”
Paige C.
“Paige and Cindy were wonderful and extremely caring for my Yoshi. We are in a new city so this was their first watching him and they went out of their way to make him feel like a part of their family. 💜”
Cecelia D.
“Cecelia was amazing with my dog while I was away! She was super attentive, kept me updated with sweet photos, and treated my dog like her own. I came home to a happy, relaxed dog. I couldn’t have asked for better care. Highly recommend her!”
Emily C.
“I was a first time user on this app! I was really nervous but she cared for our pup like he was hers. I received many picture updates on his status. I would definitely book again.”
Patricia H.
“Always reliable and keeps me informed about how Dierks is doing.”
Vanessa S.Star Sitter
“Vanessa took great care of my kitten while I was out of town and was very accommodating to him and even cut his nails. She kept me updated and I was able to enjoy my trip worry free! I will definitely reschedule in the future.”
Sally B.Star Sitter
“5 stars! You can tell Sally is very attentive and loving to the dogs she welcomes into her home. She gave our energetic 1 year old lab puppy a great couple of days :)”
Sasha R.Star Sitter
“This was such an easy process. Sasha made this stress free and she sent pictures and videos during his stay. She kept him active and had a great time at the park! This was great. My puppy was in great hands. I’ll definitely be returning. Thank you so much Sasha!”
Kayleigh G.
“Kayleigh was amazing! She sent pictures and videos frequently and walked him multiple times. I felt l so much better about leaving my fur baby for a few days. I would definitely book again!”
Karl W.Star Sitter
“I couldn’t be happier with the care and guidance that Karl gave our dog! The daily updates with pictures was so very much appreciated! The day after our dog came home he was moping about because he missed his new canine buddies that Karl had introduced him to. I’m just sorry we didn’t find Karl sooner! He’s the best! ?”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Columbus is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. 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 $53 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 903 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, 93% 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 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 903 dog boarding sitters in Columbus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Columbus, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 93% 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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