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Sitter Profile Image: David R.
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David R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
182 reviews
86 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbus, WI, 53925

David did a wonderful job looking after our two dogs for a week who both have very different needs (one arthritic senior spaniel and one active

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Ellen S.
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63 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Marshall, WI, 53559

Ellen was a great host for our sheepdog! Communication was excellent from start to finish. She sent pictures and video so we knew that Lucy was enjoying her time. Big fenced in backyard was a bonus. Highly recommend.

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Erin E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Beaver Dam, WI, 53916

I was very happy with the care that Erin gave to Seneca. From the pictures and texts I received during my absence, it looked like my pup received a lot of attention. This was the first time I left my 7th-month-old pup with someone other than a family member and I was pleased with the care she was given. I would definitely use Erin's services again.

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Sarah M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
17 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Deforest, WI, 53532

Lunar was so very well taken care of while we were on a trip. Sarah sent updates and helped us figure out care when our flight was delayed. It gives us such peace of mind every time Sarah cares for our active dog!

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Jessica C.
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LAVAL [VAL] S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
279 reviews
150 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

Val is a knowledgeable and trustworthy dog caretaker. Our dog Brit was relaxed and happy under his care. We will certainly use Val’s services again in the future.

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Duane & Lauren S.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
28 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Ridgewood, Madison, WI, 53704

Duane and Lauren are always so accommodating and flexible when we book with them! Our pup is always exciting to stay with them and it makes me happy to know she likes to be there! Thank you so much Duane and Lauren for always taking care of Stormi!

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Wenzell B.
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$55
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4.8 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbus, WI, 53925

Wenzel Took great care of my dog in a caring way. I could tell Toffee enjoyed his stay and made new friends along the way. Thanks again Wenzel

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Sitter Profile Image: Mattison & Eli H.
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Mattison & Eli H.
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$50
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12 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53718

Great communication for booking, through their stay, and when we needed to adjust our pick up time. We received pictures of our ladies several times, which brightened our day and helped us feel at ease when we were away. They were very attentive to the different food and medication needs our ladies have. We will definitely use them again for future boarding.

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Edith S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
84 reviews
27 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Waunakee, WI, 53597

Edith did a wonderful job taking care of our four-legged family member. She was caring, responsible, and an excellent communicator. We were able to enjoy our time away knowing our pup was in such good hands.

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Elizabeth C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
20 years of experience
Cambria, WI, 53923

Beth took in Nala after our original plans fell through and everything went wonderful. She kept us updated throughout our stay and went above and beyond to make sure my dog was comfortable. They treated Nala like she was their own. She came home happy! Will book again without hesitation. Highly recommended.

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Erika M.
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$43
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4.9 out of 5 stars
147 reviews
79 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

Erika did a great job with Finchley! She sent us lots of pictures which we loved and finch came back so exhausted and happy! We were very happy with her.

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Paula R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
28 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Southeast, DeForest, WI, 53532

Paula takes very good care of our Sadie. Sadie is happy to see Paula when being dropped off so I know that’s true. They go on walks and Paula sends pictures.

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Ronalisa E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
15 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53704

Ronalisa took wonderful care of our two pups for the weekend! She really put our minds at ease when we were away, providing updates and pictures. I would highly recommend Ronalisa!

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Erik R.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

Absolutely wonderful experience having our two pups stay with Erik and his family. Extremely communicative, kind and accommodating through the process. Would HIGHLY recommend to anyone worried about hosts looking after their loved pets.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica M.
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Jessica M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Rolling Meadows, Madison, WI, 53714

Jessica was wonderful and super friendly. My dog Bell stayed for a few days and we got the cutest picture updates. Her dogs are so well behaved and Bell was so happy she had friends to vacation with. She came home and slept the rest of the night! Would book again and will recommend her to others!

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Amber H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
6 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Cambria, WI, 53923

Amber was amazing! Her and her family helped take great care of my 3 month old pup for a few days while we were in the process of moving. She was super accommodating and helpful, taking him in just hours after us contacting her very last minute while stressed trying to figure out what to do with him. Taking in his “puppy shenanigans” and all like he was one of her own. Amber made sure to keep me updated about how his was doing helping to ease my mind of having him away from home for the first time. Sending me pictures/videos and messages about how his day was going. She also took the time to make sure that my pup was comfortable and entertained. Taking him on walks and being able to run around and play in the yard. Letting him go at his own pace and doing what made him feel safe when he didn’t like the rain or was was scared by her dog at first (he wasn’t the biggest one around anymore and couldn’t terrorize/annoy every living thing like he normally likes to do). She even went the extra mile to wash his bed after an accident over night and have him and all of his stuff packed up nicely and ready to go for me when I got there. My little boy loved playing with her and her family. And having the other dogs around for him to interact with was a bonus. When I tell you he was so excited when he first met them that I didn’t even get a second look over the shoulder or a goodbye before he took off to play with one of the kids ? (I’m still emotionally processing his betrayal ?). I could not recommend Amber enough! Your pet will be greatly taken care of (Not to mention worn out….he’s been napping since the moment we put him in the car) and all of your worries will fade the moment you get there.

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ruby A.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
550 reviews
246 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Waterloo, WI, 53594

Ruby was the best , we felt that our puppy was in the best care and had a wonderful day everyday while we were gone. We got photos daily of our puppy which we loved . Thank you so much Ruby

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Amanda K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
190 reviews
63 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Cottage Grove, WI, 53527

Amanda and her family are amazing with our Rosie! We always feel she is in the best hands when we are away. 10/10 would recommend boarding with Amanda!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Stefanie B.
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Stefanie B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
29 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Middleton, WI, 53562

Excellent! I really appreciated all the updates and photos from Stefanie. Great communication and flexible with drop off and pick up times. Will definitely use again in future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie E.
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Stephanie E.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53704

My 4 legged member of the family had the blessing of spending the weekend with Stephanie. She kept me updated on his stay with videos and pictures. He went for walks and played in their backyard.

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David was great with my dog Vega! Very good sitter and my dog enjoyed her time playing on the large property he has.

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Arieon M.
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David always provides the best experience and care for my two doodles. They simply love him - so much so that they don’t react in a frenzied way they typically do when they have missed me. David is great about sending some updates and pictures just as a check in. I trust him fully with my pups.

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Barbara B.
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Wenzell did a phenomenal job taking care of our two pups!! We got photos daily and the dogs seemed to always get a ton of attention. Our dogs were treated like a part of their family. I would highly recommend Wenzell to any family and friends. Thank you so much again for everything!

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Katie R.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Columbus on Rover is $61.05 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 374 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Columbus. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

95% of Columbus sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Columbus landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Columbus home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Columbus.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Columbus sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in WI ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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