Pet Sitting in West Columbia
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Top rated West Columbia pet sitters
“Jade was wonderful with my shy girl. I really appreciated the tracking of visits and photos. She surprised me with a couple of selfie's with her which is huge. Definitely recommend her!”
“Emma is very sweet, thorough and timely. She communicated with us very well over the weekend as she watched our 2 dogs. Would recommend her to anyone and we will be looking for her again in the future!”
“Nicole is so great!! She responded quickly to my last-minute booking request, which was such a relief for me! She was also flexible when I had to make some changes to my booking. Her communication was great as well! She was always on time and left very detailed reports after every visit. I would recommend her to anyone and will definitely rebook with her if I need a sitter in the future!”
About: Hi! I’m Vanessa! I’m a college student studying Education with a lifelong love for animals. Growing up, I was always surrounded by pets—from dogs and cats to bunnies and more—which helped me develop a deep understanding of and appreciation for animals of all kinds. As a pet parent myself, I know how important it is to find someone you can trust with your furry family members. My own fur baby means the world to me, and I treat every pet in my care with the same love, patience, and attention that I give my own. I believe that building strong relationships with animals is essential, and I take the time to learn each pet’s unique personality, needs, and cues. I’m comfortable administering medication, recognizing pet behaviors and signals, and ensuring each animal feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. Whether your pet needs playtime, long walks, cuddles, medication administration, or simply a caring companion while you're away, I’m committed to providing a fun, loving, and stress-free experience. I’m primarily available on weekends, which allows me to dedicate extra time for longer walks, outdoor adventures, and plenty of one-on-one attention. Throughout the week, I’m also available for drop-in visits, potty breaks, feeding, medication administration, playtime, and companionship. Whether your pet needs an energetic walk, a cozy check-in, or someone to maintain their routine while you're away, I’m happy to provide personalized care tailored to their needs.🐾💕 As a college student, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to dedicate time to pet care throughout the week. I also work a part-time job with short shifts during the day, which still gives me plenty of availability to care for your pets. I’m most available on weekends for longer walks, extended visits, and extra one-on-one attention. During the week, I’m available for drop-in visits, feeding, potty breaks, playtime, medication administration, and companionship. I enjoy staying active and spending time with animals, so caring for pets fits naturally into my daily routine and is something I truly enjoy. 🐾 The safety, comfort, and happiness of every pet in my care is my top priority. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I do my best to maintain their normal routine so they feel comfortable and secure in their familiar environment. I carefully follow all instructions regarding feeding schedules, walks, medications, and any special needs your pet may have. I am attentive to pets’ body language and cues, allowing me to understand when they want to play, rest, exercise, or simply receive extra attention. I’m comfortable administering medications and providing individualized care to ensure each pet feels safe and well cared for. I believe pets thrive with plenty of exercise, mental stimulation, and affection, so I make sure they receive lots of playtime, walks, and one-on-one attention. As a pet owner myself, I understand how much trust it takes to leave your pet in someone else’s care. I will treat your furry family member with the same love, patience, and respect that I give my own, while also treating your home responsibly and with care.
“Jeffrey and I met for his first official drop in and both Callie and Ellie took to him immediately. Jeffrey was very careful about understanding all aspects of their feeding and daily routines. He asked great questions which reflected the depth of the care he incorporates in serving his clients and their pets. I plan to continue to use Jeffrey on a regular basis and in that regard he has been especially accommodating to my specific scheduling needs. Jeffrey has a warm and friendly personality and I look forward to working with him going forward and trusting him with the care of my two dogs”
“Kristin was very pleasant and easy to talk to about our pups. I really am looking forward to her sitting with our dogs. Our dogs were very receptive and positively responsive to her.”
“We needed a last minute sitter for our cat for a long weekend away. We were so happy Shannon was available to spend time with him and flexible around our travel plans. She was an excellent communicator and kept us up to date on her visits despite some tech issues with the Rover app. We so appreciated her notes and photos and loved hearing/seeing how much our cat enjoyed her attention!”
About: I currently have 2 kittens and i had a dog for about 10 years so i love all kinds of animals and have experience with both cats and dogs :) I work full time, mostly early morning shifts so i’d be able to stop by and spend the night and make sure they’re taken care of. I am usually off Thursdays and Sundays and would be able to do more on those days. I will do whatever my client wishes, since i am not able to house any animals in my house; I will follow the rules for your particular household.
“Superb! I was stressed out about leaving my cat alone when i had an expected trip. Sydney is a great communicator that alleviated all the stress i had away, and took great care of my cat with updates pictures daily. I could tell my cat liked her. Would totally book again when i need someone to look after my cat.”
About: I’ve grown up having multiple cats and dogs all my life and I love it! I love caring for the sweet fur babies. I have pet sat for friends and family growing up plenty of times and I’m happy to be able to take care of your pets too! I’m typically off work Saturday and Sunday as well as Tuesdays, if I do work a Saturday I’m off by 3pm. I’m also available any day during the week after 6. I have pet sit multiple times for family member’s, always being very sweet and caring fresh water and food of course, as well as regular potty breaks. I own one cat right now but regularly dog sit for my moms 4 dogs as well!
“I get really scared when I have to leave my 2 cats for work trips or holidays. Timia completely made me feel at ease. She came a few days before I left to meet them and see if they were compatible, which was wonderful! I got pictures and updates everyday. She was so understanding of my cats issues and made sure I was good as well. I only want her watching my cats while I'm gone. She's wonderful!!”
About: I’ve been dog sitting for multiple families over the past 8 years, providing reliable care through drop-in visits, walks, and overnight stays. I grew up with dogs of my own, gaining hands-on experience in everything from potty training puppies to caring for senior dogs. I’m comfortable with a wide range of needs and always strive to make pets feel safe, loved, and at home while their owners are away. I’m currently finishing up grad school and have full availability for bookings throughout April. Starting in May, I’ll be available Friday evenings and weekends outside of my clinical hours. I honor each pet’s routine to help them feel comfortable and stress-free. In your home, I stick closely to their usual schedule for feeding, walks, playtime, and any medications. I make sure every pet gets plenty of attention, exercise, and affection so they feel safe and cared for while you’re away.
About: My name is Olivia (Liv) and I'm a working professional with a love for dogs. I graduated from NC State and the university of South Carolina. I love little furry friends and I enjoy play time and will take great care of your dog like I do my own. I am available as needed and can make necessary arrangements to ensure you and your pup are taken care of! I am flexible ,dependable, and can make any accommodations as necessary. I am willing to stay in your home so your baby can be in their own environment, pop in for visits, or just go for walks! I'm here for you! Message me, I'd love to talk and answer any questions or discuss how to best accommodate you! Currently working from home so I have a flexible schedule that I can do walks during the day and constantly check in as needed. My schedule is pretty consistent. My apartment is a townhome style with plenty of space to move around and the neighborhood is very safe and walkable. The safety of your pet is my priority always. I have A baby/doggy gate to prevent accidents on the stairs.
About: Love living in the area, I have always enjoyed spending time outside in all seasons. On any kind of day, I would love to give your family member a walk/run in the neighborhood or at a nearby park/path or whichever they prefer to get some fresh year and exploration through the smells/sights. For the playful pup, I love to run around and play with them until the sun goes down. I have experienced many years with easy and difficult dogs as being a pet owner myself, finding love and care for all creatures all life from dogs all the way to my 3-year-old goldfish. I can not wait to meet your furry family member and give them all the pets and love they fully deserve!
Over 487 pet parents in West Columbia have booked pet sitting
West Columbia pet parents share their Rover experiences
Kelly was AMAZING!!! Her timing was prompt & she went above and beyond my expectations. Working long shifts in healthcare leaves me so stressed knowing my furbabies are at home alone & knowing they got such good care from Kelly was a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. Seriously, I can’t thank her enough. For taking the extra time to walk her, making sure she got multiple potty opportunities, and the photo updates. Highly recommend 🤩
Caroline has been great with our puppy! We have used her regularly the past couple of weeks on days my husband and I both work. She has been reliable and consistent, sends us photos and takes time to engage in playtime. She responds quickly to our messages and has been flexible with bookings. We would definitely recommend her!
Hannah took care of two cats of mine. They went to her right away when she came for meet and greet. I was worried about them anxious and losing weight but no they are fat as always!!! She also notified me when the AC unit was leaking and sprayed for gnats! She even drop off the key when she didn’t have to stop by. I highly recommend her as a trusted cat sitter! I’m asking her to take care of my boys when I’m away again.
Brynlee did a great job! Our dog can be very shy and worried of new people, but he seemed comfortable with her from their first visit and quickly warmed up at each additional. She was punctual and spent the proper time with him each day, and sent pictures of our pup, which I love! She was even able to add an extra session day, due to my travel plans changing unexpectedly. I would definitely feel comfortable to book Brynlee again for drop-in visits!
My now-husband and I had to go out of town to get married and this was the first time that we had to rely on someone that we weren't close with to watch our kitties. It was imperative that we found someone that would make an effort to get them to warm up to them and that's exactly what Emma did. She was very communicative, always gave our kitties treats and really made an effort with them. It paid off, because even though they were super shy at the beginning of her time with them and hiding in closets, by her last drop in, they were coming out and allowing for her to pet them. She kept us updated with lots of pictures and really put us at ease. We will be using her again in the future!! 10/10!!
Shannon was very communicative and detailed throughout each visit. She was very timely to each visit and if for any reason she was running late, she reached out to inform me. She kept me updated throughly and we felt more comfortable knowing exactly what our dogs were doing through her communication which allowed us to relax and enjoy our getaway trip. She will definitely be our first pick when we have our next trip. Thank you again Shannon 💞
Julia was an excellent cat sitter. She communicated clearly throughout the entire process, responded quickly to messages, and always showed up right on time. Most importantly, she took wonderful care of Bill and made sure he was comfortable and well looked after while we were away. It gave us real peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. I would absolutely recommend Julia to anyone looking for a reliable and attentive pet sitter.
Madison was absolutely amazing with our dog, Sedona! She was so gentle, kind, and communicative, which made us feel completely at ease. Sedona took to her immediately and clearly loved her. It’s such a relief finding someone you can truly trust with your pet. We loved Madison and will 10000% be booking with her again whenever we need care for Sedona! 🐾
I've done a couple drop in visits with Maddie and she is outstanding with my dogs! One of the little guys has a mean streak but she is doing great with him and he's doing good with her. I have some trips planned in the future and as long as she is available I plan to continue booking Maddie!
Jill is amazing!! She checked in on Gus for us twice during the day and he loved her so much! She updated us in a timely manner and was great at communicating. We loved seeing his report cards and knowing our dog was being well cared for. We highly recommend Jill and would book with her again!
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in West Columbia on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 277 pet sitters in West Columbia. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of West Columbia pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in West Columbia have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in West Columbia.
Rover makes it easy to find West Columbia pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 277 pet sitters in West Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In West Columbia, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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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