Columbia, SC pet sitters

Trusted in-home pet care across Columbia's vibrant South Carolina capital neighborhoods — from Five Points and Shandon to Forest Acres, Vista, Rosewood, and University Hill. SC pet care backed by $20,000 vet coverage.

Platform data as of November 2025

200K+

Members Worldwide

Pet lovers from 42+ countries

$20,000

Vet Protection

Every booking fully insured

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Support

Real humans, always available

Pet care services in Columbia

Pet Boarding

Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Columbia

Dog Walking

Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Columbia

House Sitting

In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Columbia

Drop-in Visits

Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Columbia

Doggy Daycare

Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Columbia

Verified Columbia sitters

Why Petme in Columbia

What Makes Us Different?

Columbia is South Carolina's capital and home to the University of South Carolina, offering a blend of state government activity, college-town energy, and a warm Southern climate — making it one of the South's most dynamic mid-size cities.

Open Social Platform

See real photos, posts, and daily updates from sitters before you book. Follow their journey with other pets, read authentic reviews from real pet parents.

Transparency First

Highly Motivated Sitters

Our sitters keep more of what they earn: lowest fees in the market. Plus, they're the only ones who benefit from cashbacks. Happy sitters = happy pets.

Best-Paid Caregivers

Petme Protection Plan

Every booking is backed by up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage. Peace of mind included with every reservation, no extra cost.

Up to $20,000 Coverage

Pet Sitting in Columbia: Why Local Owners Choose Petme

Traditional Pet Sitting Services in Columbia

Pet owners in Columbia have faced these challenges with other platforms:

Columbia pet owners had few options beyond expensive boarding kennels far from Five Points
No way to find a trusted neighbor sitter in Shandon or Forest Acres with verified reviews
Weekend trips meant stressful kennel stays far from the Congaree River
No financial protection existed if a pet was injured near Sesquicentennial State Park

Verified Pet Sitters in Columbia on Petme

Here is how Petme connects you with trusted pet sitters across Columbia:

Petme connects Columbia families with verified pet sitters and real community reviews
Coverage from Five Points and Shandon to Forest Acres, Vista, Rosewood, and into Lexington and Irmo
Every booking includes $20,000 vet protection—South Carolina Midlands care with professional standards
The Columbia Petme community shares photos from Sesquicentennial State Park, Riverbanks Zoo trails, and the Congaree greenway

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Five PointsVistaForest AcresShandonRosewoodEau ClaireDowntown ColumbiaUniversity Hill

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Average rates in United States

Dog Walking$15 – $30/walk

Drop-In Visit$15 – $25/visit

Boarding$35 – $75/night

House Sitting$45 – $85/night

Day Care$25 – $50/day

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about finding a trusted pet sitter in Columbia, SC.

How much does pet sitting cost in Columbia?▾

Columbia pet sitters typically charge $21–$40 per night for boarding, $13–$23 per walk, and $46–$76 per day for house sitting. Competitive rates in the Midlands region.

Do Columbia pet sitters come to my home?▾

Yes. House sitting and drop-in visits mean your pet never leaves their comfortable Columbia home.

Which Columbia neighborhoods have pet sitters?▾

Petme has pet sitters across Five Points, Shandon, Forest Acres, Vista, Rosewood, Eau Claire, Downtown Columbia, and University Hill, and into Lexington and Irmo.

What if my pet needs a vet while I'm away?▾

Every Petme booking includes the Protection Plan with up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage — peace of mind for every Columbia pet owner.

Pet sitting in Columbia, SC

Columbia is South Carolina's capital city and home to the University of South Carolina, with a large and diverse pet-owning community in Five Points, Shandon, Forest Acres, Vista, and Rosewood.

Petme connects Columbia pet owners with local sitters who offer boarding, house sitting, walking, drop-in visits, and daycare with zero booking fees.

Whether your dog loves Sesquicentennial State Park or your cat prefers staying home in Shandon, Columbia sitters provide attentive Southern hospitality.

Looking specifically for dog sitters in Columbia?

Browse dedicated dog sitters with specialized services: overnight boarding, daily walks, doggy daycare, and drop-in visits.

Looking for cat sitters in Columbia?

Find trusted cat sitters for boarding, in-home sitting, and drop-in visits.

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Hire trusted dog walkers near you — locally vetted, flexible scheduling, and covered by our Petme Protection Plan.

Your pet deserves the best care in Columbia

Join pet parents across South Carolina who trust Petme for reliable, loving pet care.