Dog Boarding in Columbus
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Top rated Columbus dog boarders
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“Lauren took the best of care of Teddy and really made it comfortable for us to leave him with her. Definitely would recommend and will be a repeat customer.”
“Mary was an excellent host. Her two dogs Ellie and Fufu were so welcoming and Laika meshed in with ease. Cannot recommend more highly and I looked forward to booking again and again.”
“I could not have asked for a better dog sitting experience. I have an older dog and I was very selective about who I left him with on my first vacation away from him. Ellen sent me regular updates and pictures so I could see how he was doing. Her communication was excellent. She accommodated my drop off and pick up times. When she had a request to keep another dog for a couple of days in the middle of my dog’s stay, she contacted me to ask if that would be alright. It seems my dog was very comfortable with her at her place, and I am very grateful for that.”
“Maolin was the best and took such good care of Avery! She sent daily updates of their adventures on walks and to the dog park. With her we knew our pup was safe and happy over a long trip out of town!”
“We've had our dog, Jerry, stay with Dawn a few times and she continues to be WONDERFUL! She takes such great care of Jerry and we can tell Jerry loves staying with her! She sends daily updates and photos of our little guy so we can enjoy our vacation worry-free. Dawn is definitely our go-to person!”
“Alex was the first host I used on Rover. I was a bit worried about using this app, but Alex made my first experience amazing! She is so friendly and truly has a heart for animals. I have already booked with her a few times since and my doggo loves to stay with her. She is very flexible and has even dropped my dog back off to me. I can’t recommend her enough! Thank you Alex for taking such good care of Amani!”
“Emily watched Ernie for a long weekend. This was Ernie’s first stay overnight that he wasn’t with family. Ernie had the best time and was well attended to by Emily. I received lots of pictures and prompt responses to my messages. Thank you, Emily!”
“Everything went great for my pup’s week long stay. She sent pictures and videos, was very responsive, and kept me in the know of how things were going. I’d recommend and won’t hesitate to use her again!”
“Amber was a rockstar. We are always nervous to leave our senior chiweenie with anyone new because he is very skiddish. He opened up to Amber, and her family was patient as he took more time to become comfy around them. She took him on nice walks and followed the scheduled to a tee. We appreciate the constant communication and honesty Amber provided about Franklin during his stay. We will 100% book Amber again to care for our buddy.”
“Brynn was responsive and sent so many pictures. Our dog came back happy and tired from his walks. She also let him sleep on the heated blanket. Would recommend Brynn to anyone!”
“Summer was amazing! She was accommodating and understanding when we issues with dropoff and pickup. Lucky had a wonderful time with her and her family. Will definitely have her again as a sitter”
“Max was in very capable hands! He was able to socialize with some other dogs, which was a new experience for him. Karl made him very comfortable. Best boarding experience, yet! Thanks!”
“Andrew and his family were very welcoming to Dolly, and they sent an update during our trip so we knew she was adjusting. At pick up it was easy to tell that she had become one of the gang. We would recommend Andrew to care for your pet!”
“We had a great experience booking with Michelle & Nicholas! We did a meet and greet to see how our dog Flynn and their dog Waffles would get along, and they became good buddies! Michelle & Nicholas sent daily updates with lots of photos. They have a fenced in backyard that our Flynny loved exploring. We would highly recommend & plan to book again!”
“Rayann helped us out in a pinch which allowed us to go on our vacation. She is very responsive and communicated with my other sitter for a handoff, as my other sitter had to go out of town. I appreciated her being willing to coordinate and be flexible. Thank you Rayann!”
“Definitely one of my top Rover sitters! Cindy took excellent care of Coco and kept me updated with pictures and videos. Coco seemed very comfortable there. I would 100% book again.”
“Our dog Haze loves going to see Sally. We love how much Sally cares for our per as if she's her own. She always send pictures of our baby and that is a sigh of relief knowing Haze is in great hands. Thank you so much!❤️”
“We were so lucky to find Paige while visiting the area. She cared for our dog while we toured the city, sending photos during his stay, and clearly connected with him so well that he charged into her home the next morning when he returned. We totally appreciated Paige’s pet-friendly set-up with multiple dog beds and a giant fenced-in yard. Thank you for loving and caring for Milo so well!”
Over 2,026 pet parents in Columbus have booked dog boarding
Columbus dog parents share their Rover experiences
Samantha is the best!!! We did a drop in before she dog sat for my little guy and he fell for her right away. She def has a great energy — dogs know these things! She was super communicative and made sure she asked all the questions so she knew how to take the best care of our dog. She also sent updates throughout like letting us know she got him, that he had been fed and went potty, and sending really cute pics which made me very happy ❤️ I would def recommend booking with Samantha and would totally book again ☺️
Nevaeh was wonderful! I was so concerned that we would not be able to find anyone last minute. She was awesome, honest and supportive! We officially have a new babysitter for our little Golden Doodle! Nevaeh was quick with the updates and pictures and really put our minds at ease that Nuala was in great hands! Thank you so much for being so fantastic!
Maolin was a great caretaker for Nash. We were away on vacation for 10 days and she sent daily photos and videos as well as took Nash to the local dog park to play around. She really seemed to care a great deal for Nash as like she was her own. Would definitely use again and refer her to others!
Our original boarding fell through the morning we were walking out the door. Katie took Hank on basically no notice — we barely even had time to meet before we left him on her doorstep. She sent photos and videos multiple times a day, and honestly he looked like he was having the time of his life. Total lifesaver.
Ellen was fabulous! She kept me updated with photos and messages each day, and I came home to a very happy dog. He sometimes seems a bit stressed out after I’ve been away, but not with Ellen. He was obviously in very good hands with her. I’m grateful for her care and attention. I highly recommend!
AMAZING! Brittney went above and beyond. This was the first vacation my husband and I went on since getting our dog, and I was so nervous because it was a 10 day trip. Brittney was fantastic, sent lots of pictures and updates which made me feel much better about leaving her. She was so sweet, and even did a meet and greet with my dog and I before my trip to make sure we both felt comfortable. I will definitely only be leaving my dog with Brittney for all future vacations, and highly recommend her!!
Deanna is amazing! We are from out of state and we were looking for someone to watch our dog while we were at a wedding. Deanna took the best care of Timber and made her so comfortable! She had space to play, toys to play with, and took lots of notes for being able to take care of Timber to the best of her ability. She also sent us lots of photos and videos which I loved! Will 100% choose Deanna again if we are back in the area!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Columbus is $43
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Sitters in Columbus average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 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 $27 to as high as $60 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 966 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 19 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 966 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, 99% 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.
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