Dog Boarding In South Side
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“This was our first time using Rover. We selected Ellen because she had many positive reviews as well as multiple returning clients. We made the right choice selecting Ellen to watch our fur babies. She is extremely accommodating and understanding. Our 2 pups have a number of quirks, but Ellen worked with them and gave them a home away from home. She sent multiple pictures a day and some videos, along with an update of the daily activities. We will absolutely be using Ellen if we go away and need a sitter. I cannot speak any higher of Ellen. Highly recommend! Thanks again Ellen for putting our minds at ease.”

“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!”


“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!!!”

“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.”
“10/10 would recommend Sydney. She was great with my pups. Send daily pictures and videos. 10/10 would also recommend Sydney’s dog Honey. She was amazing. I’m sure Max misses her. Overall a great experience.”

“My boarding experience with Lauren has been great. I felt really comfortable knowing she was well cared for during my extended trip away. Lauren is easy to communicate with and very responsive. We also do daycare with her and my Yorkie enjoys going back, which says a lot since she’s usually pretty anxious in environments outside of the house. Lauren is very kind and treats my little one like her own, and I really appreciate the care she gives her. We’ve had a great experience overall.”

“Juice seemed very happy during his stay! Alexandria is very responsive and sends a lot of pictures of the dogs playing around and having a good time. Would recommend and rebook her for any boarding!”


“Tamisha did a great job taking care of my pups! One of mine is very tall and strong, yet she wasn't intimidated and still included him on all her walks. She did a great job keeping me updated on how they were doing.”

“Mary did a great job with sending daily updates and following my thorough instructions for my senior dog with cancer. He seemed to get lots of positive stimulation with her and her dogs. Would definitely book again.”

“Mickeala Was so amazing with both my cats. One being a complete curious introverted cat and the other being a clingy curious extrovert. I was worried about them with dogs as they’ve never been exposed but her experience and professionalism got them acclimated so well! She was thorough and sent tons of videos and pictures which clearly showed how comfortable they truly were. They were completely themselves as if they were at home! She was very flexible with our schedule which so happened to be all over the place which required several stay extensions and easily worked with and accommodated us. I will absolutely be using her for all of our pet care needs!”

“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”

“Thank you for taking such amazing care of Olive! The pictures of her were so beautiful and it’s clear she felt right at home with you. She’s already looking forward to her next slumber party!”

“Olivia was very responsive and professional. We were looking for a late booking for a spontaneous getaway and she was amazing! She took wonderful care of our headstrong Chessie named Guapo. She kept us updated with photos and their activities. We would trust her anytime we need a sitter again! Thank you Olivia!”

About: Lifelong dog enthusiast and proud paw-rent to two goofy Goldendoodles! With years of experience caring for pups, I offer reliable dog walking, drop-in visits, and cozy in-home boarding. I am patient, loving, and dedicated to giving your dog the best care possible. When your dog is with me, they’re family. Let's get those tails wagging! I love dogs and have been taking care of them for more than 8 years. My neighbors enjoy leaving their fur babies with me while they are away. I work part time but mostly home for frequent potty breaks and playing time. Your pet will be taken care of like they are my own. I have a big fenced yard for playing and running around!! Your pet is free around my house unless you have a a preference. My 2 doodles love to snuggle on the couch 😂
“Nevaeh was great with Kiowa! She kept me updated throughout his stay and sent messages about what he was up to during the day, which I really appreciated. It was nice knowing how he was doing and that he was being well cared for. She made sure he was well fed and spent a lot of time playing with him. When I picked him up he was a happy puppy and seemed really comfortable, which says a lot about the care he got while he was there! I would absolutely trust her with Kiowa again and would recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable to watch their dog. Thanks, Nevaeh!!”

“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!”

“Angie was wonderful with our one year old mini bernedoodle Reggie. This was only the second time he stayed in someone’s house and the first time with Angie ! She’s a happy, very positive person and gave Reggie lots of TLC while we were away. She also had to administer pills to him and she wasn’t bothered by that at all. We plan to use her services again in January 2026.”

South Side dog parents share their Rover experiences
Anudari did a fantastic job caring for both my corgi and my cat at the same time. She sent daily updates with plenty of photos and videos and followed all of my care instructions closely. This isn’t my first time booking with her—and I’ve already booked again. Great communication throughout. Highly recommend!

Mary was amazing. My dog Thyon is a sweet but skittish boy. Since making a big move from the country to the city, he has suffered from anxiety which he needed to be medicated for. I tried traditional boarding facilities however they were not a good fit. There were too many loud noises and he always came home stressed and nervous. Mary provided a wonderful environment. Not only was he able to quickly adapt and feel comfortable, but he seemed to thrived there. He was running in the yard with her dog Elle. Which he has not done since we moved months ago. I have finally found a place where I am comfortable to leave my boy and know he’s being well cared for. Thanks Mary!

Khalyn was amazing!! Our dog Atticus had so much fun and was so loved and cared for while we were away. We got so many pictures and videos of him running around the backyard, playing with her dogs, and relaxing. We know Atticus would love to go back so we would absolutely have Khalyn watch him again!

Lisa was absolutely amazing taking care of my 12-week-old puppy while I was away on a work trip. As anyone knows, puppies require a lot of time, attention, and energy—but she handled it all with ease and such a positive attitude. She kept me updated regularly with messages and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It was clear my puppy was in great hands and being very well cared for. I’m so grateful for her attentiveness, reliability, and kindness. I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter. Thank you, Lisa!

Lily took great care of my dog Juno! She had zero problems administering Juno’s medication and kept me up to date with a daily update. Juno was relaxed and happy when I arrived to pick her up, and had clearly had a great stay with Lily. I would definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a dog sitter!

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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.
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.
















