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Sitter Profile Image: Jamie G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaver Dam, WI, 53916

On time communicates very well.My dogs love her

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Diego E.
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$10
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9 years of experience
Columbus, WI, 53925

About: I have a dog of my own that I love dearly and want other dogs to be taken care of if owners aren’t available. My life has been around dogs growing up and having to pick up their duty. I also had a job taking care of a lot of dogs for someone a few years back and I took care of them like I would my own dog, such as feeding, playing, giving fresh water, belly rubs, and making sure they’re loved. Right now I am free 24/7 and would take care of anyone’s dog as needed. I have a private life so of course I will need some breaks in between my wide availability. I will make sure your dog is fed and has fresh water. Also, take them out for fresh air and of course potty. Take them for a walk lastly.

Sitter Profile Image: David O.
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David O.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Columbus, WI, 53925

Dave takes care of iur 2 dogs while we are out of town. He is always on time and follows the directions of what we need done wonderfully. Our dogs love when Dave comes to visit! It is nice to be able to go out of town and do not have to worry. He is always very dependable!

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Emily M.
Sitter Profile Image: Bobi-Beth K.
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Bobi-Beth K.
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$15
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30 years of experience
Columbus, WI, 53925

About: Hello! I'm Bobi-Beth, a passionate pet sitter in Columbus, Wisconsin. I specialize in caring for a variety of pets including birds, cats, dogs, rabbits, hedgehogs, fish, lizards/reptiles, and more! With years of experience, I understand the diverse needs of different pets and strive to provide them with the love and attention they deserve. Whether you need someone to check in on your feathered friends, take your canine companion for a walk, or simply provide some company for your feline friend, I am here to help. I offer dog walking, pet sitting, and personalized care tailored to meet the specific needs of your beloved pets. I am committed to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for your pets while you are away, giving you peace of mind knowing that they are in good hands. If you're in need of a reliable and caring pet sitter in the Columbus area, feel free to message me to discuss how I can assist you and your furry, feathered, or scaly friends. I look forward to meeting you and your beloved pets! Hello! My name is Bobi-Beth. I usually work from home so am available most days! Boarding I only have set 4 days but I'm available almost every day for walks or drop by visits! I can stop by your house, here in town, a couple of time a day, no problem! I'm so happy to help! While I can't stay overnight at your house at this time, I'm willing to have your pets stay here with me. If you have like a lizard, bird, or caged pet, any day of the week will work for me but if you have more of a high matience pet, such as a dog, I just have 4 days available because those are the days when I will have the help of my teenagers (who also really animals and very responsible -- of course, I will be the main caretaker but with my teens around, this ensures even better care!)

Sitter Profile Image: Ning W.
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Ning W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Waterloo, WI, 53594

Ning did a great job caring for both our kitty and dog. She came for two visits and did all that we asked for. The pets were very pleased. We will gladly have her care for them again when needed

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Sitter Profile Image: Adriana P.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Marshall, WI, 53559

Adriana was very accomodating and I could tell our girls absolutely loved her! She communicated often and sent tons of pictures of playtime.

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Sitter Profile Image: Mckenna L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Randolph, WI, 53956

McKenna was amazing with our fur babies. She was patient with my skittish cat and my very energetic pooch. I’m glad they were both so friendly with her, my pets avoid most if not all people so she had the right energy for my very skeptical kids. If you want your fur babies to feel safe and welcomed she’s the person to pick. She follows your notes perfectly if you leave any for her! I hope to book her again seeing as my pets were so warm to her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber K.
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Amber K.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
140 reviews
31 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaver Dam, WI, 53916

Amber sent us pictures of our cats and they like her which is really good. We are definitely going to have Amber look over our fur babies 😻.

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Gary M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

Shatoria was absolutely awesome! She stopped in to check on my cat Olivine while my roommate and I were away for the weekend. During our initial visit, Shatoria asked a ton of questions about Olivine and her routine, some that I hadn’t even thought to bring up, which was great. During the actual visit, she passed along lots of photos of Olivine with her update. She also took a photo of her automatic feeder so I could see how Olivine had been eating, which I appreciated. I had never hired a pet sitter before, so that came with some anxiety, but Shatoria made me confident that I was leaving Olivine in great hands! I definitely know who to come to if we ever need any more help with Olivine in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley S.
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Ashley S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Reeseville, WI, 53579

Ashley did a wonderful job watching our dogs while we were on vacation. She dropped in several times a day to care for them. She's prompt on communication and photo updates. I really enjoyed seeing what the dogs were up to each time she dropped in. I knew they were in good hands with Ashley while we were away!

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Sitter Profile Image: Emma D.
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Emma D.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
10 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Columbus, WI, 53925

About: Hey everyone I’m Emma! I grew up on a farm and have worked with so many different animals species. I love working with dogs and can do lots of different training exercises with your dogs. I have worked with both large and small dogs, and dogs of all ages. I used to foster dogs, and train them up for their forever homes! I work on my family farm currently from 8am-4pm M-F. But am able to stop by around noon during my lunch break if your pet requires an extra let out and I work about 2 minutes away from my house as well. I live out on a farm, so there is a large yard for you pets to run around. I have a kennel for smaller dogs and a puppy play pen already from fostering as well as basic food dishes, toys, treats, etc.

Sitter Profile Image: Emily L.
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Emily L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

Emily and her family are by far the BEST sitters I have ever had! They are so sweet, communicative, flexible, and knowledgeable. I hope to use them every time I need extra help with my buddy.

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Sitter Profile Image: olivia c.
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olivia c.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Fox Lake, WI, 53933

Olivia was amazing with our dogs! She responded quickly to messages and sent tons of pictures throughout our time away. We will definitely rebook in the future 😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily D.
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Emily D.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
10 years of experience
Marshall, WI, 53559

About: I have taken care of dogs for as long as I can remember! I love training and have lots of prior experience with a variety of behaviors from reactivity to separation anxiety. My previous dog required lots of medical care and I am a human nurse so I am very comfortable providing any care your dog needs. Lastly I do have experience fostering so I have had lots of experience with different personalities and types of dogs! I do have one dog at home who loves other dogs and loves to play as well as a cat who is dog friendly (for shorter stays she can be kept in a spare bedroom)My days off of work are fully open and I do not book more than 1 dog at a time, so your dog will have all my attention. I will send lots of pictures and updates as I understand it can be anxiety provoking to trust your dog with someone new! I do work full time, but only 3 days a week. This schedule varies week to week so while I don’t have a consistent schedule, my days off work can be fully devoted to you and your pet! On days I do work I am available for early morning or late evening drop ins The back part of my yard is fenced in so your dog will have lots of room to run around and explore. There’s also plenty of shade to keep them cool! I do live by a park and a small walking trail so I there are lots of ways for us to get our exercise in! If I am walking a dog in your home, I am flexible and accommodating and am comfortable using whatever methods/tools you prefer to keep your dog safe.

Sitter Profile Image: Rosalina D.
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Rosalina D.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Waterloo, WI, 53594

Rosalina was absolutely amazing with my cats while I was away—I seriously couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! From the start, she was super communicative, reliable, and flexible. I have two cats in my “zoo” and she took such great care of them! She made sure they were fed, happy, and stuck to their routine. It’s obvious she genuinely cares about the animals she watches. She also kept me updated while I was gone, which I really appreciated. Being away is always a little stressful, but knowing they were in such good hands made it that much easier! Rosalina also went above and beyond by helping with my snake’s bioactive enclosure and keeping up with watering to maintain the environment, which I really appreciated. I came home to two very happy, well-loved cats, a thriving bioactive enclosure, and everything was exactly how I left it. Truly the best feeling! I would 100% book with Rosalina again! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and just overall wonderful with animals. Anubis and Neffy definitely approve 🐾

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Kayla G.
Sitter Profile Image: Ciearria M.
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Ciearria M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
7 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Beaver Dam, WI, 53916

Thanks for taking care of Boots while we were on a long trip. It was very comforting to see a picture of him each day. Will definitely ask you to watch him again for our next trip.

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Sitter Profile Image: Olivia K.
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Olivia K.
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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Beaver Dam, WI, 53916

Olivia leaves the best notes and photos and check-ins for our animals! We had never used a dog-sitter or drop-in visits before but we have become fans of Olivia!

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Sitter Profile Image: Phillip C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

About: I’m experienced with both cats and dogs, house sitting and plant sitting if needed. I have a senior cat myself and two other younger cats but I also grew up around dogs and love to dog sit and take dogs on walks when the weather permits. My schedule is usually very flexible. I’m a full time student and I’m working part time from home in the Miami area. As long as I have a solid Wi-Fi or data connection for a hotspot I’m good to go. If there isn’t already explicit instructions my usual schedule would be to walk the dogs every 2-4 hours (puppies more than that till their potty trained) and feed the animals as instructed. Cats and dogs both need their daily playtime as well. I’m willing to spend the night if you’d prefer or just come and spend the workday with them 12+ hours a day.

Sitter Profile Image: Kayla M.
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Kayla M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rio, WI, 53960

About: Finishing up my Navy career as a Military Working Dog Handler. I did this for 5 years and loved training the dogs. I currently work from home which allows me more time for taking care of your pets! I have experience with all types of dogs along with emergency care training and basic medical needs. Any questions or special requests don’t hesitate to ask! I currently work from home so my schedule has become quite flexible. I am available most days and times. If you ever need to make changes I am almost always able to accommodate. On nice days I like to sit outside with the dog(s) while they run around and enjoy some sun. We have a 5 acre lot but live on a 20 acre lot that we have total access to.

Sitter Profile Image: Ginny H.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

About: I've had a fun-filled house with dogs and cats since I was in elementary school. I've worked professionally with pets as well, such as pet dental hygienist assistant, pet store associate and birthday party tour guide, and Chewy supervisor. I'm currently looking for opportunities to help out with pets of all sizes, ages, and abilities. I'm able to provide care to your fur baby all day. I can also devote nights and weekends to them! I have three dogs who are friendly. One has anxiety, so she keeps to herself mostly, but loves to snuggle with other dogs. I keep all foods and small items off of the floor, away from curious snouts. I have a fenced area in the back yard.

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Dave takes care of iur 2 dogs while we are out of town. He is always on time and follows the directions of what we need done wonderfully. Our dogs love when Dave comes to visit! It is nice to be able to go out of town and do not have to worry. He is always very dependable!

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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Columbus on Rover is $26.64 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting 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 Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 1,152 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Columbus. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Columbus stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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.

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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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Columbus. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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