Dog Boarding In Southwest Columbus, Ohio
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“Ellen did such an amazing job with my senior rescue girl! She has some health issues and is a little shy, so I'm always worried about leaving her for the weekend with someone new, but I could tell she felt comfortable with Ellen right away. Communication was great—Ellen sent photos and updates and made me feel a LOT less guilty about leaving her. I honestly could not have had a better experience, which is saying something coming from a slightly neurotic mom of a special needs dog :) I'll definitely be booking Ellen again in the future!”
“Kathryn you are such a great dog, mom. So attentive, communicative and super loving. I loved the daily videos and notes that you sent to me. My dog came home happy and tired. Thank you so much.”
“I had a great experience with Amy taking care of Tilly while I was out of town! Amy was very communicative and flexible when I had to pick up Tilly later than expected.”
“Amanda and Brandon go above and beyond for the puppies in their care. We know our dog had an amazing time and was well cared for. We will not hesitate to use them again!”
“Emily (and Winter) were SO great with Bear while we were gone! She took him hiking, walking, playing and he came home a very sleepy pup! She was very kind and professional and we will definitely be using her again!”
“My dog loved staying here. Ajavon kept me updated through out the day with pictures and even accommodated me when I was running late for pick up. Definitely will be booking with him again.”
“Emily responded quickly, sent pics of my boys playing in the yard. She said they didn't eat much the first day but that's to be expected because they get anxious being left behind. But having boarded my dog tigger before he's usually anxious for days after being picked up and didn't have that this time, so that tells me a lot. ”
“Venessa is very nice and she took care of my two dogs very well. My big dog is energetic and active but Venessa is very patient. She also took a bath for my little dog for being no charge. I rebooked one stay two mins ago and i would definitely look for Venessa for boarding next time!”
“Sasha is lovely and took great care of our Golden! She sent us daily pictures and even took her to the park ? we will definitely be using Sasha again for dog boarding. Thank you Sasha!!”
“Can’t say enough good things about Rachel! I was so anxious about leaving my pug Geo with a sitter. Rachel and her family and fur baby took such good care of Geo. I highly highly recommend Rachel she cares for your pet as if it’s her own and Geo had a blast!”
“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”
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.
“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.”
“Christina was an AMAZING sitter for my dog. She gave my dog lots of affection and attention. She corresponded daily with updates and photos. I definitely recommend booking with Christina! Your pet will be in VERY, VERY good hands!”
“This was Moon Dog’s second stay with Rebecca, I just forgot to leave a raving review the first stay. Moon Dog just loves her, and I know that he is safe and happy to visit. I would absolutely recommend her for pet sitting!”
About: I’m a vet tech and I am familiar with all kinds of pets, I’m trained in cpr in case of any emergencies and I am familiar with giving medications and if your pets are on any schedules :) Currently I’m very free and open to anything, I do have 1 small bichon at home but he’s very friendly and we’re open to anything I have my dog on a feeding schedule of 1/3rd cup three times daily, as well as a potty schedule of every 3 hours needed
“Yi was patient, caring and tolerant of my dog’s personality quirks. She kept me updated and sent pictures to reassure me that things were going well. I highly recommend her!”
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Ellen F.Star Sitter
“Ellen did such an amazing job with my senior rescue girl! She has some health issues and is a little shy, so I'm always worried about leaving her for the weekend with someone new, but I could tell she felt comfortable with Ellen right away. Communication was great—Ellen sent photos and updates and made me feel a LOT less guilty about leaving her. I honestly could not have had a better experience, which is saying something coming from a slightly neurotic mom of a special needs dog :) I'll definitely be booking Ellen again in the future!”
Kathryn B.Star Sitter
“Kathryn you are such a great dog, mom. So attentive, communicative and super loving. I loved the daily videos and notes that you sent to me. My dog came home happy and tired. Thank you so much.”
Amy B.Star Sitter
“I had a great experience with Amy taking care of Tilly while I was out of town! Amy was very communicative and flexible when I had to pick up Tilly later than expected.”
Miranda W.
“Abby felt right at home. Miranda was quick to respond to my messages and keep me up-to-date on how Abby was getting along. We'll definitely be back!”
Amanda M.
Star Sitter
“Amanda and Brandon go above and beyond for the puppies in their care. We know our dog had an amazing time and was well cared for. We will not hesitate to use them again!”
Emily I.Star Sitter
“Emily (and Winter) were SO great with Bear while we were gone! She took him hiking, walking, playing and he came home a very sleepy pup! She was very kind and professional and we will definitely be using her again!”
Ajavon E.Star Sitter
“My dog loved staying here. Ajavon kept me updated through out the day with pictures and even accommodated me when I was running late for pick up. Definitely will be booking with him again.”
Emily B.
“Emily responded quickly, sent pics of my boys playing in the yard. She said they didn't eat much the first day but that's to be expected because they get anxious being left behind. But having boarded my dog tigger before he's usually anxious for days after being picked up and didn't have that this time, so that tells me a lot. ”
Dawn M.Star Sitter
“I felt so at ease with LiLi staying with Dawn and Spike! Dawn sent pics of LiLi and I could tell she was so happy. I know she loved her stay!”
Vanessa S.Star Sitter
“Venessa is very nice and she took care of my two dogs very well. My big dog is energetic and active but Venessa is very patient. She also took a bath for my little dog for being no charge. I rebooked one stay two mins ago and i would definitely look for Venessa for boarding next time!”
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!”
Sasha R.Star Sitter
“Sasha is lovely and took great care of our Golden! She sent us daily pictures and even took her to the park ? we will definitely be using Sasha again for dog boarding. Thank you Sasha!!”
Rachel H.Star Sitter
“Can’t say enough good things about Rachel! I was so anxious about leaving my pug Geo with a sitter. Rachel and her family and fur baby took such good care of Geo. I highly highly recommend Rachel she cares for your pet as if it’s her own and Geo had a blast!”
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”
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.
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.”
Christina C.
“Christina was an AMAZING sitter for my dog. She gave my dog lots of affection and attention. She corresponded daily with updates and photos. I definitely recommend booking with Christina! Your pet will be in VERY, VERY good hands!”
Rebecca J.Star Sitter
“This was Moon Dog’s second stay with Rebecca, I just forgot to leave a raving review the first stay. Moon Dog just loves her, and I know that he is safe and happy to visit. I would absolutely recommend her for pet sitting!”
Reagan F.
“Reagan has taken care of my 5 year old bassett since he was born. She is reliable and very caring with him! I have full trust my dog is in the best care when he is with Reagan!”
Yi Q.Star Sitter
“Yi was patient, caring and tolerant of my dog’s personality quirks. She kept me updated and sent pictures to reassure me that things were going well. I highly recommend her!”
Southwest dog parents share their Rover experiences
Ellen did a great job of keeping us updated on how Oscar was doing while we were gone! She also was honest when our dog wasn’t getting along well with another dog for a day and handled it quite nicely. We definitely trust her with our sweet boy and loved how happy he was to see her when we dropped him off!
Primera vez usando la aplicación y no me arrepiento. Pero menos me arrepiento por la persona que escogimos para cuidar a nuestra Skye. Excelente comunicación y trato. Pensábamos que tendríamos problemas y nos equivocamos. Kathy es excelente en lo que hace. 100% recomendada.
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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 Southwest.
Rover makes it easy to find Southwest 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.
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