Dog Boarding in South Side, Columbus, Ohio
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Thank you so much for taking great care of Duke and ALL of his energy. He especially loved swimming yesterday to kick off summer ! He had so much fun he has been sleeping ever since I picked him up 😊”
“Ellen took amazing care of my dog, Spud! I got daily picture check-ins, and Spud clearly felt at home—she ate all her food, got to socialize with other dogs, and even lounged on the bed and pillows. It’s clear Ellen treats the dogs like family. I’ll definitely be booking with her again!”
“My dog had so much fun that he was quite sad to be leaving. He played very well with both of Emily’s dogs, and had plenty of space to run around and get out his energy. We will definitely be rebooking :)”
“Kathryn took great care of my dog! She provided daily updates and pics. And went above and beyond by getting him an outfit to keep him warm during some random low temp days! Highly recommend!”
“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 😇”
“Jessica was amazing! She took great care of my dog for multiple nights, and sent daily photo updates, which I really appreciated. My dog looked happy and well cared for the entire time. Highly recommend and would book 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.”
“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!”
“Very nice Sitter, we felt she took great care of our dog, kept us updated with messages and pics, quick to respond to any questions we had. She is an excellent choice in the Columbus area and we would use her again without question!!!”
“Lynsie always does wonderful with my dog! Even when there might be other dogs in her care, she always makes sure that everyone is comfortable with each other and that they get along. I always get many updates and my dog always has the best time at Lynsie’s home.”
“We highly recommended Sasha to care for your dog. Our family left Ollie (our 3 year old lab) with her for nearly two weeks while we traveled in Italy. It’s always hard to leave your pet..especially somewhere new. Sasha sent tons of pictures and videos and we could tell he was very happy and well cared for. We loved how he went everywhere with her family ? . We would absolutely love to have Ollie stay with her again.”
About: I had a French bulldog for 8 years and from the puppy zoomies to the tough senior days. He was my heart, and caring for him through everything, including his battle with cancer and the seizures that eventually took him, taught me patience, empathy, and how to handle pets with medical needs and emotional sensitivity. That experience set a foundation for how I care for all animals, with gentleness, attention to detail, and a whole lot of love. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, because I’ve been in your shoes. You can count on me to treat your pet like family because that’s the only way I know how to care for them! I have a full time job, but I would love to help on weekends and after work! I also have a roomate that works some days remote who would be willing to help me with in house care. I know how important it is for pets to feel safe, especially when their routine changes. Whether I’m caring for your pet in my home or yours, I create a calm, secure environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. I follow your instructions closely, from feeding times and walks to medications or favorite toys, so your pet’s routine stays consistent. I keep a close eye on behavior, and I’m experienced with dogs who need a little extra attention, including seniors or pets with medical needs. Above all, I respect your home, your pet’s boundaries, and your trust. I always give regular updates, photos, and am just a message away, so you can relax knowing your pet is in good hands.
“Lily was wondering with my dog. Moki was the happiest I’ve seen her after being taken care of while I was out of town. Lily had the perfect amount of updates to let me know how Moki was doing. Lily took Moki for walks and snuggled with her. I feel Moki found her new home away from home. I would highly recommend Lily ❤️. Thank you, Chrissy”
“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. 💜”
“Sydney came in clutch. House flooded and needed someplace for my fur baby with short notice. Lots of pics and video was great already stressed over house and she really reassured me my dog was more than well cared for. He had a great time.”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Amanda M.
Star Sitter
“Thank you so much for taking great care of Duke and ALL of his energy. He especially loved swimming yesterday to kick off summer ! He had so much fun he has been sleeping ever since I picked him up 😊”
Ellen F.Star Sitter
“Ellen took amazing care of my dog, Spud! I got daily picture check-ins, and Spud clearly felt at home—she ate all her food, got to socialize with other dogs, and even lounged on the bed and pillows. It’s clear Ellen treats the dogs like family. I’ll definitely be booking with her again!”
Emily C.
“My dog had so much fun that he was quite sad to be leaving. He played very well with both of Emily’s dogs, and had plenty of space to run around and get out his energy. We will definitely be rebooking :)”
Kathryn B.Star Sitter
“Kathryn took great care of my dog! She provided daily updates and pics. And went above and beyond by getting him an outfit to keep him warm during some random low temp days! Highly recommend!”
Emily R.
“Emily was great with Molly. Molly enjoyed playing with her two dogs. She provided lots of updates w pics. I felt comfortable having Molly in her care.”
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 😇”
Jessica S.Star Sitter
“Jessica was amazing! She took great care of my dog for multiple nights, and sent daily photo updates, which I really appreciated. My dog looked happy and well cared for the entire time. Highly recommend and would book again!”
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!”
Hallie S.
“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.”
Emily B.
“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!”
Dawn M.Star Sitter
“Very nice Sitter, we felt she took great care of our dog, kept us updated with messages and pics, quick to respond to any questions we had. She is an excellent choice in the Columbus area and we would use her again without question!!!”
Richard & Sara F.Star Sitter
“Richard and Sara were wonderful to work with! They provided us with lots of updates and pictures! Our pup was happy! We will definitely book with them again!”
Tamisha P.Star Sitter
“Luna had a wonderful stay with Tamisha and we already have our next stay booked! Having a great sitter really relieves the stress of leaving my baby girl. 🙂”
Lynsie D.Star Sitter
“Lynsie always does wonderful with my dog! Even when there might be other dogs in her care, she always makes sure that everyone is comfortable with each other and that they get along. I always get many updates and my dog always has the best time at Lynsie’s home.”
Sasha R.Star Sitter
“We highly recommended Sasha to care for your dog. Our family left Ollie (our 3 year old lab) with her for nearly two weeks while we traveled in Italy. It’s always hard to leave your pet..especially somewhere new. Sasha sent tons of pictures and videos and we could tell he was very happy and well cared for. We loved how he went everywhere with her family ? . We would absolutely love to have Ollie stay with her again.”
Patricia H.
“Always gives me a nightly update and sends pictures. Thanks again for watching Dierks!”
Emma M.
About: I had a French bulldog for 8 years and from the puppy zoomies to the tough senior days. He was my heart, and caring for him through everything, including his battle with cancer and the seizures that eventually took him, taught me patience, empathy, and how to handle pets with medical needs and emotional sensitivity. That experience set a foundation for how I care for all animals, with gentleness, attention to detail, and a whole lot of love. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, because I’ve been in your shoes. You can count on me to treat your pet like family because that’s the only way I know how to care for them! I have a full time job, but I would love to help on weekends and after work! I also have a roomate that works some days remote who would be willing to help me with in house care. I know how important it is for pets to feel safe, especially when their routine changes. Whether I’m caring for your pet in my home or yours, I create a calm, secure environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. I follow your instructions closely, from feeding times and walks to medications or favorite toys, so your pet’s routine stays consistent. I keep a close eye on behavior, and I’m experienced with dogs who need a little extra attention, including seniors or pets with medical needs. Above all, I respect your home, your pet’s boundaries, and your trust. I always give regular updates, photos, and am just a message away, so you can relax knowing your pet is in good hands.
Lily A.Star Sitter
“Lily was wondering with my dog. Moki was the happiest I’ve seen her after being taken care of while I was out of town. Lily had the perfect amount of updates to let me know how Moki was doing. Lily took Moki for walks and snuggled with her. I feel Moki found her new home away from home. I would highly recommend Lily ❤️. Thank you, Chrissy”
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. 💜”
Sydney S.Star Sitter
“Sydney came in clutch. House flooded and needed someplace for my fur baby with short notice. Lots of pics and video was great already stressed over house and she really reassured me my dog was more than well cared for. He had a great time.”
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in South Side.
Rover makes it easy to find South Side 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
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.
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