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Sitter Profile Image: Merrell G.
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Merrell G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 201 reviews
79 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

“This was our second time having Merrell board our dog. She sent plenty of pictures and took great care of him, and she was flexible with us when our flight home got delayed.”

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Maria M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29209

“My dog enjoyed Maria and her entire family. She sent plenty of pictures and videos throughout the stay. Yesss, she will be my go-to sitter for now on. 🥰❤️”

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Emma M.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

“I am so happy Emma was available last weekend! My dog, Stella, can be really skittish around new people but she warmed up to Emma immediately. Emma spoiled Stella while I was away...walks, visiting the dog park, puppacinnos, etc. I don't think Stella was ready to come home! Very happy with my experience and would absolutely recommend Emma.”

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Christina S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

“Christina took fabulous care of our little kitty. We were a bit apprehensive leaving her for the first time, but Blakely received personal care and adjusted quickly to her new situation. Christina was good about giving us updates via photos, videos, and messages. We would definitely bring our kitty to Christina again next time we go away. I highly recommend Christina!”

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Helene P.
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Aiko V.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
25 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

“Aiko did a great job with Brock she was very patient and understanding with him even when he had an accident when he first arrived .I would definitely recommend Aiko and I hope to have her as a sitter again.”

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Evelyn W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 103 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29223

“Evelyn was an INCREDIBLE host! She kept us updated daily with pictures and videos of our sweet Sunny and was so easy to communicate with. We felt safe having Sunny with her and would definitely recommend her to anyone!”

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Julia M.
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Savannah & Chandler P.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 37 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29204

“Savannah and Chandler took great care of our dog! They were flexible with drop off and pick up times and easy to communicate with. We got lots of pictures of Kane and he looked happy and comfortable. Would highly recommend!”

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Orlena S.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29229

“Orlena. Was amazing with our two year old mini poodle. She kept plenty of videos and pictures coming. She is such a sweetheart. We already spoke with her in regards to another booking.”

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Eileen K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

“Eileen was wonderful! She was very kind and communicative throughout Chyna’s stay. Her home was clean and welcoming, and she consistently sent pictures and updates which gave me a lot of peace of mind while I was away. At one point, her dog got into Chyna’s food, and she immediately offered something toward the cost of replacing it. I really appreciated the gesture because things like that can happen, and her willingness to acknowledge it and help meant a lot. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and attentive sitter.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathy B.
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Kathy B.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 71 reviews
26 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Columbia, SC, 29169

“Kathy was terrific with our pit bull. He's super friendly with people, but sometimes needs a minute to warm up to dogs. Kathy did a wonderful job letting him get adjusted to her animals. He made great friends, got tons of playtime, and lots of love! She also sent us daily texts with pics and videos. Would absolutely board with Kathy again.”

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Jessica C.
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$38
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12 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29206

About: I’ve been a dog lover my whole life! I grew up with two dogs and have spent years pet sitting and caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities. I love walks, playtime, cuddles, and making sure every pup feels happy and comfortable while their humans are away. I’d love to meet your furry friend! 🐾 I currently work full time but have a flexible schedule, which gives me plenty of time to care for your dog. I’m available for walks, drop-ins, and pet sitting around my work schedule, and I’m happy to work with you to find a time that fits your pet’s routine. I love spending my free time outdoors and would be excited to have a furry companion join me! I’m happy to welcome dogs into my apartment and provide a comfortable, safe, and relaxed home away from home. Your pup will get plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and cuddles while they’re staying with me. I’ll do my best to keep their routine as close to normal as possible so they feel right at home!

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Andrea N.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 189 reviews
83 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29223

“Andrea did a great job watching Ghost and kept us updated throughout his stay. Highly recommend and will definitely be staying with her in the future.”

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Yentl B.
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$27
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29203

“Yentl is an absolutely great choice if you're looking for someone caring and compassionate to entrust your fur baby too! Sage is in love with Yentl and her family! I received daily updates, pictures, and videos, so I knew she was in great hands! Sage was excited to see Yentl when she was dropped off! That let's me know she is loved when she is there ♥️.”

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Janet H.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 109 reviews
37 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Blythewood, SC, 29016

“Janet is amazing. It is very clear that she is a knowledgeable dogsitter and she asks all the right questions. It's also clear that she loves my Lexie and take good care of her. Janet communicated with me throughout Lexie's stay with her and sent me pictures of how my girl was doing. Although it was clear that Lexie was ready to come home to Mom and Dad, it was also clear that she enjoyed her stay with Auntie J!”

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Emily S.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29201

“Emily was great with Blaze! Will be using her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey & Aaron G.
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Lindsey & Aaron G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 170 reviews
69 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29212

“Lindsey and Aaron are amazing! They took great care of our dog and gave him great exercise and lots of love. Will definitely be choosing them again!!”

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Ronald P.
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$26
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8 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29205

About: What’s sets me apart from other sitters is I have many years of experience being around cats and dogs and I have two rescues so I know how to take care of animals! I get off at 3 for work most days so and my schedule is flexible! Afternoons suit me better but I’m willing to figure out with the client what would work best to fit their animals needs! I have a fenced in back yard that’s big and a dog and a cat that don’t mind other animals, my dog is trained as well!

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Sebastian G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
8 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Irmo, SC, 29063

“Sebastian and family did wonderful job caring for and loving our dog like family ! I will definitely use them in the future thank you Sebastian”

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Nikki H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Cayce, SC, 29033

“Perfect pet sitting - great advance communication, pre-boarding meet up to ensure compatibility, and super site photo updates during the stay. Chloe loved playing with Moxie, and we look forward to the next visit!”

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Daniel F.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Columbia, SC, 29210

“Daniel is absolutely amazing! He was very nice, understanding, and he took great care of my fur baby🤗 I recommend him 1000% and he has made a new customer out of me. I thank him with everything in me and I’m truly grateful for his kindness.”

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Emma was wonderful! We were traveling through Columbia when our lodging arrangements unexpectedly changed and we found ourselves needing someone to watch Marlin overnight. Emma responded right away and was able to accommodate us on extremely short notice, which we were so appreciative of. She was great with communication and made sure all of Marlin’s needs were met. Most importantly, he seemed very happy and comfortable with her! We’re so grateful she was able to help us out at the last minute and would definitely recommend her to anyone needing a caring and reliable sitter.

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Morgan E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tamera is fantastic. Marley (sheepadoodle) and Stormy (labradoodle puppy) came home happy and tired. Each day I received videos, pictures and updates. Tamera was understanding about puppy mistakes and her dog, Skrewball, was very patient and good with my dogs. I will use her again should the need arise! Can’t say enough good things about this experience!

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J D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Merrell was wonderful with our pup. We had peace of mind knowing that Scout was in such great hands. We got updates throughout the day and felt completely comfortable knowing Scout was being well taken care of. Scout is high energy and loves to play, when we picked her up, she was tired and happy. We definitely plan to rebook with Merrell in the future!

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Bailey W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great energy and welcoming. My dog lovessss visiting when I’m in town. Have repeated using and will continue to use.

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Eleasha H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing job. Daily pictures and updates responded quickly to any questions. Felt completely at ease with our sweet girl in Isabel's care, was able to enjoy our vacation. Will definitely rebook.

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Shona M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My puppy Bear had a WONDERFUL time staying with Tabitha. She consistently updated me on how he was doing and even sent photos. I will definitely be booking with her again in the future!:)

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Rachal P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

She did an amazing job with our large male dog Owen. She gave him his own space and updated us with pictures or texts regularly.

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Caleb R.
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Susan took great care of our senior dog while we were out of town over a long weekend. She is a great communicator and even sent daily photos. I would definitely recommend Susan when boarding your dog.

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Mary M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We were nervous to leave our mini sheepadoodle for the first time. She’s a bit shy, but Randi sent us daily updates and set our minds at ease right away. We were thrilled that she got to play with other dogs during her stay as well. Randi will be our go-to now anytime we need a dog sitter. Highly, highly recommend!!

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Meghan N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Debbie was wonderful with our dogs. She walked them everyday. It was great to get photos of our dogs everyday. She is quick to communicate and was very helpful/flexible in getting our dogs back home. Will definitely trust her with our dogs again.

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Stephanie V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yua was phenomenal! She was so attentive and amazing with Lilly. They were always taking Lilly on walks and to the park to run around! I can tell that she really enjoyed her stay and loved Yua and her family! I would 10/10 recommend! You won't be disappointed with Yua! I will absolutely use her again on future trips! Crossing my fingers she'll be available for the next one!!!

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Jeremy K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Michael went above and beyond for my fur baby! This was her first time being left with a sitter, he and his family made my baby feel so comfortable & loved. He kept us updated the whole trip, with pictures and text. Thank you so much Michael, we definitely will be back!

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Tiarra M.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Sandwood home-away-from-home, 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 Sandwood.

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 Sandwood 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 , 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 .

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 SC 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.

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