Pet Sitting in Columbia
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Top rated Columbia pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“I’m so grateful for the care and attention Nontombe gave to my pup while I was away! She was incredibly thorough—making sure feeding, walks, and routines were followed exactly as discussed. It gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing my dog was in such capable hands. She checked in a couple of times during the stay with thoughtful updates and pictures, and it was clear from those that she was paying close attention to my dog’s behavior and comfort. You can tell she really cares and takes the job seriously. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again or recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and detail-oriented sitter!”
“I love having her look after my dog. It makes me feel so much better knowing she’s checking on him when I’m stuck on long shifts. Watson loves her too!”
“Katie was great with our cat! She was very good at warming up to the cat. She was asked to give our cat insulin injections and she did amazing!”
“Pamela was patient, kind, and reliable, despite my hellion of a cat trying to attack her every day. I am very grateful for her professionalism and dedication.”
“We love Meghan!!! She took such great care of our kitties and sent so many pictures. Mochi and Moony were very lucky boys to have Meghan stop by while we were away!”
“Kristiaan did a great job doing check-ins for our two dogs, even though one of our dogs decided to be a bit of a menace! She communicated with us well and sent cute pics as well.”
“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!”
About: I’ve had dogs in my live since i was born. I have taken care of two black-labs, german shepherd mix, and a yellow-lab at home. I always go my local animal shelter just to look at the dogs and take them out to play. I also have helped at an equestrian center feeding horses, cows, cats, and dogs, so i’ve been around all sorts of animals. I play softball here at USC and have been in 8 hour weeks, so I’ve had a lot of free time and would enjoy playing with your dog or cat :) I have a kitten in my apartment right now and my roommate has a 7- month old toy aussie doodle that I also help care for.
“Sydney was AWESOME! Our girls absolutely adored her. She took them on walks daily. She had great communication the entire time we were gone and she sent lots of pictures of our sweet girls. she was prompt with everything. 10/10 would recommend ❤️”
“Amazing !!!!! She took care of Bentley today , she was on time . She took a lot of videos of my boy . She took him out , play with him . She is awesome 👏. Great communication as well . Couldn’t be better . Super satisfied with Sophia 🔥👏🐶”
“Adrianna is amazing!! My dog Milo loves her and she is always reliable and prompt!”
“Rybecca took great care of my kitties!! She responded quickly and gave me updates on the cats every time she dropped in to visit. She is very trustworthy and reliable!! Will be booking with her again in the future. 10/10 recommend!”
About: I have always had a huge place in my heart for animals! I have grown up with dogs, cats, birds, and fish my entire life. On weekends I love going by final victory and doing doggy day outs and spending the day with a dog from the shelter and would love to spend the day with your animal as well! I just finished my junior year here at UofSC and am off of school for summer and have a very open schedule! I am very flexible with my hours and can work around your schedule! I will care for your pets and obey any rules you have. I have had years of experience with animals of my own and know proper etiquette with caring for pets!
About: I currently have two dogs. Friends and family rely on me when needed to care for their dogs and cats. I welcome the opportunity to care your pet also! I have availability mostly on weekends and evenings. I do have some flexibility with my schedule so feel free to reach out with any requests. I look forward to caring for pets and home as if they are my own. I understand it is difficult to trust someone you haven’t met and welcome an opportunity for an initial meet and greet.
“Hadley was fantastic! My dog is weary of new people, but clearly had a really great time. I got tons of pictures and lots of feedback. I didn’t have to worry about anything! I highly recommend Hadley!!”
About: I have a mini golden retriever but I love and appreciate all dog sizes and breeds. I enjoy exercise and can handle the biggest and strongest of dog breeds, but also will show affection for the little dogs too. I have just graduated from UofSC with a degree in Exercise Science and I’m completing a summer internship with Gamecock Football Athletic Training. I work early hours of the weekdays usually ending by 10:30/11:00 and have my afternoons available to offer pet care services and walks. I will care for your pets based on the needs they desire. Long walks for big and energetic and dogs (maybe an occasional fetch if space and time allows) and shorter walks as necessary for senior dogs and smaller breeds. I will make sure your furry friends are properly cared for while you can’t be with them to ensure they have enough water and attention.
“She took care of my doggies like her dog while I was gone! She gave me details on what my doggies did throughout the day and a lot of pictures! My doggies loved her! We wanna ask her again for future dog sitting!”
“Courtney was very polite and professional. Will definitely be going with her in the future after helping us for the first time. Highly recommend.”
About: I grew up with dogs and also had a cat for a few years as well. I love all size dogs and I will care for your pet just like it was my own. I can play, walk, feed, and give all the love to your pet. My #1 goal is their safety and providing the attention your pet needs when you are not available to do so. I only accept dogs and cats that are spade/fixed. Let me help you be the best pet owner! I currently work a full time job during the week and can be available: • Open availability on Saturday’s and Sunday’s. •M-F: 6am-7:30am and 5:15pm-11pm for walks/drop in visits. I also have an hour lunch break usually between 11:30-12:30 (it’s flexible), so I can be available during that timeframe as well. •If booking for house sitting: I have a WFH job so I would be working at your home during the day, if requested to be there during the day. I currently take care of my 2 dogs while working, so it is something I am very accustomed to and have no issue doing 😊. I will be able to walk, feed, and provide medicine to your pet. I can also play, give treats, and cuddles if they are a cuddle bug! I usually like to message with the person who books with me so I can better understand their dog quirks and requirements.
About: I have been taking of different breeds of cats since I was five. I also take care of my family dog who we got in 2013. I work as an animal care technician and I took care of different small animals from rabbits to gerbils. I work from 7:30am to 3pm every weekday and then I work part days on weekends once every three months. I play with and take care of my family dog 3 days a week when I get home from work. So I will be around most weekends to play with your pet and take care of them all day. When I house sat for friends I would take care of their dogs before I went to work and then when I got home I spent all evening with watching tv with them and cuddling and playing. They even slept with me too. I will play with your pets indoors or outdoors depending if your house has a fence or is enclosed. I will feed your pets when it is time for them to eat morning and night like I do with my own dog. They are welcome to hang out with me on the couch and watch whatever I am watching and they can sleep with me if they want. I want to do whatever makes your pets comfortable and feel safe.
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Nontombe B.Star Sitter
“I’m so grateful for the care and attention Nontombe gave to my pup while I was away! She was incredibly thorough—making sure feeding, walks, and routines were followed exactly as discussed. It gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing my dog was in such capable hands. She checked in a couple of times during the stay with thoughtful updates and pictures, and it was clear from those that she was paying close attention to my dog’s behavior and comfort. You can tell she really cares and takes the job seriously. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again or recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and detail-oriented sitter!”
Nicole C.Star Sitter
“I love having her look after my dog. It makes me feel so much better knowing she’s checking on him when I’m stuck on long shifts. Watson loves her too!”
Katie M.
Star Sitter
“Katie was great with our cat! She was very good at warming up to the cat. She was asked to give our cat insulin injections and she did amazing!”
Pamela Z.Star Sitter
“Pamela was patient, kind, and reliable, despite my hellion of a cat trying to attack her every day. I am very grateful for her professionalism and dedication.”
Meghan J.Star Sitter
“We love Meghan!!! She took such great care of our kitties and sent so many pictures. Mochi and Moony were very lucky boys to have Meghan stop by while we were away!”
Kristiaan M.Star Sitter
“Kristiaan did a great job doing check-ins for our two dogs, even though one of our dogs decided to be a bit of a menace! She communicated with us well and sent cute pics as well.”
Emma B.Star Sitter
“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!”
Emma S.
“From a young age Emma has had a passion and love for animals. She takes great care of her dogs and cats. I believe Emma will be a valuable addition to the Rover team.”
Sydney O.Star Sitter
“Sydney was AWESOME! Our girls absolutely adored her. She took them on walks daily. She had great communication the entire time we were gone and she sent lots of pictures of our sweet girls. she was prompt with everything. 10/10 would recommend ❤️”
Sophia I.Star Sitter
“Amazing !!!!! She took care of Bentley today , she was on time . She took a lot of videos of my boy . She took him out , play with him . She is awesome 👏. Great communication as well . Couldn’t be better . Super satisfied with Sophia 🔥👏🐶”
Adrianna F.
“Adrianna is amazing!! My dog Milo loves her and she is always reliable and prompt!”
Rybecca R.Star Sitter
“Rybecca took great care of my kitties!! She responded quickly and gave me updates on the cats every time she dropped in to visit. She is very trustworthy and reliable!! Will be booking with her again in the future. 10/10 recommend!”
Madeline W.
“Maddie is exceptional with my pup! She engages, and offers stimuli to keep her engaged and entertained while visiting the pup and walking her. She is honest and I trust her to be able to come freely in the home while away. I 100% recommend others to utilize Maddie as their pet sitter and walker.”
Jennifer M.
“Jennifer is attentive and caring towards all animals, and is absolutely someone you can trust to watch your pet while you’re away. I would recommend Jennifer to anyone!”
Hadley M.Star Sitter
“Hadley was fantastic! My dog is weary of new people, but clearly had a really great time. I got tons of pictures and lots of feedback. I didn’t have to worry about anything! I highly recommend Hadley!!”
Gavin K.
“We feel so incredibly lucky to have found Gavin! He has been both our trusted dog walker and pet sitter for our beloved Archie, and we truly couldn’t ask for anyone better. Archie absolutely adores Gavin—his tail starts wagging the moment Gavin walks through the door! We’ve trusted Gavin to stay in our home while we’re away, as well as to care for Archie at his own place, and every time we return to a happy, well-loved pup. Gavin is not only reliable and professional, but he’s also a genuinely good person who treats Archie like his own. We’ve recommended Gavin to all our friends, and they’ve gone on to recommend him to their friends as well—he’s just that good! If you’re looking for someone trustworthy and caring to look after your furry family member, look no further than Gavin. We can’t recommend him highly enough!”
Tatum T.
“She took care of my doggies like her dog while I was gone! She gave me details on what my doggies did throughout the day and a lot of pictures! My doggies loved her! We wanna ask her again for future dog sitting!”
Courtney B.
“Courtney was very polite and professional. Will definitely be going with her in the future after helping us for the first time. Highly recommend.”
Katie C.
“Katie is an amazing pet caregiver, she shows each pet that she is watching and caring for as if they are her own. Will have them walked, snuggled, fed and more! Katie will make sure to follow through on the tasks needed of her, follows instructions given and personally my dog that she watched was super happy and well taken care of. You and your pet will not be disappointed to have chosen Katie has your pet caregiver!”
Alexandra H.
“Alexandra has been a lover of all animals since she was a small girl. In school, she always volunteered to take care of classroom pets such as bearded dragons and hamsters during holiday breaks. Our family had two rescue cats as well as a rescue dog which is still with us. Alexandra was always very nurturing with our pets and continues to be. She became our home vet when our pets needed medical attention being the first to alert us of anything wrong or any indication that they needed to be taken to the vet; she administered their medication, treated their wounds or gave them whatever attention they needed. At Spring Hill High School, her Magnet Academy of choice was Environmental which included curriculum and courses in veterinary science and small animal care. After college, Alexandra continues her love for animal care by working at the University of SC as an animal care technician for the lab animals which include pigs, mice and rats. Alexandra is hard working, dependable, and very patient with animals of all types. Your pets would be in great hands with Alexandra!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Columbia on Rover as of Jul 2025 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 Jul 2025, there are 241 pet sitters in 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, 86% of Columbia pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Columbia have an average of 17 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 Columbia.
Rover makes it easy to find 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 241 pet sitters in Columbia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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.
Note: If your pet 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 pet 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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