Pet sitters in Columbia, MD

Get dedicated in-home pet care while you travel. Just create a listing and our pet sitters will reach out to you.

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Pet sitters searching near Columbia

We have 255 pet and dog sitters looking for sits near Columbia. They’re rated, reviewed and verified - and exchange pet care for new places to stay while traveling.

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See how pet sitting in Columbia works

  1. 1. Choose your plan

    Enjoy unlimited access to in-home pet care with an annual plan. Sitters don't charge extra.

  2. 2. Create your listing

    Describe your home and pets, and add the dates you'll be away.

  3. 3. Review sitter applications

    See who applied to your listing and vet sitters before you commit.

Looking for house sits in Columbia?

Keeping your home and pets safe

  • Money Back Promise

    If you can't find a sitter, we'll refund you*.

  • Home and Contents Plan

    Get cover against damage, theft and accidents*.

  • Sit Cancellation Plan

    Claim compensation if sitters cancel last minute*.

  • 24/7 Vet Advice Line

    Round-the-clock support for sitters while they're pet sitting.

  • Vet-approved pet care

    Pets are happier at home, surrounded by sights and smells they know.
*Terms apply. Only available on Standard and/or Premium plans.
Why we sit

Why our sitters love to pet sit

Every pet sitter in Columbia and beyond has their own story. But they all have two things in common: they love pets and travel.

98% of our sits result in a five-star review

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    Jess

    I can get my work done, explore new places and, best of all, spend lots of time with animals.

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  • David
  • Ali and Matt

Unlimited access to pet care, one annual plan

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Questions about pet and dog sitting

No, unlike other platforms, our sitters sit for love, not money. After paying an annual membership, no money changes hands between our members.

It’s a win-win situation. Sitters exchange their love and care for a stay in your home and the chance to make new furry friends. While pet parents can travel with peace of mind, knowing their pets are loved and cared for.
Our sitters love all kinds of homes and locations. For them, it’s less about grand accommodation and more about staying in real homes and living like a local.

They prefer cosy homes where they can embed themselves in the local community, spend time with adorable pets and make special travel memories.

So as long as your home is clean, tidy and welcoming, our sitters would love to stay.
The first thing to do is to register for free. Once you’re registered, you can explore our platform and decide which membership plan is right for you. We offer three annual memberships – Basic, Standard and Premium.

After you’ve chosen and paid for your membership, you can create your listing. This is your chance to describe your home and pets, and add the dates you’ll be away.

As soon as your listing is live, pet sitters can apply. You can browse their applications and shortlist the ones you think are right. You also have the option to invite sitters directly.

We recommend meeting face-to-face or via video call before confirming the sit to make sure it’s a good match for your home and pets.
Most pet parents confirm a sitter within a day. But this can vary depending on your location and the level of detail you’ve shared in your listing.

For extra peace of mind, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
We know arranging to have a pet sitter in your home for the first time may seem daunting. But we do everything in our power to keep all our members safe:

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We do background and/or ID checks, ask for external references and verify email addresses and phone numbers.

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After a sit, our pet parents rate and review their sitter and give honest feedback.

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You can screen sitters before you commit by meeting them face-to-face or via a video call.
Our Home and Contents Plan covers you for up to $1 million against property damage, theft and sitter accidents. This is included in our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships.

Premium Pet Parent members also benefit from our Sit Cancellation Plan that protects you in case your sitter cancels.

And lastly, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
The average cost of pet sitting in Columbia, MD is $2.08 per hour, $83.33 per week for 40 hours or $270.83 per month for 130 hours.

With an annual TrustedHousesitters membership plan, you can connect with a community of verified pet sitters from near and far, who exchange loving pet care for a place to stay on their travels.

Our pet sitters don’t charge for their services, and no money changes hands between our members. They do it because they love pets and travel, so, in exchange for a place to stay, they’ll look after your pets and take care of your home while you’re away.

Yes, there are pet sitters in Columbia, MD with experience looking after anxious pets. By connecting with a trusted sitter, your furry family will be looked after in the comfort of your own home. And by giving your pet positive experiences - like walkies, play, treats, dinner and respecting their boundaries, your furry pal will soon be at ease while you’re away. 

By connecting with people dog sitting in Columbia, MD, your pooch will be looked after in the place they’re most comfortable - home. Surrounded by familiar sounds and smells, our trusted sitters keep pets in the routine they’re used to. 

Pet parents should provide sitters with an emergency contact number, which is always handy if pet parents are having a far-flung adventure. If a situation occurs, sitters should contact pet parents, the emergency contact in the circumstances agreed, and the relevant authorities.

Want to know more about our pet sitters in Columbia, MD?

With TrustedHousesitters, you can connect with a community of verified pet sitters from near and far, who exchange loving pet care for a place to stay on their travels.

So, got a pack of high-energy hounds at home? Or maybe it’s a fussy feline, or even a herd of llamas in the yard? Whichever way, it’s simple to find an animal lover pet sitting in Columbia who’s up for the task.

More reasons to connect with trusted pet sitters in Columbia

  • Pets are happier at home. Vets agree pets are happiest at home, surrounded by all the sights, smells and sounds they love.
  • Experienced sitters. Read sitter reviews and character references to help select the perfect person who understands the needs of your pet.
  • Verified sitters. Our sitters are third-party verified for extra peace of mind.
  • Year-round pet care. All of our membership plans give you access to arrange as many Columbia pet sitters as you like for a whole year.
  • Loving pet care for multi-pet households. Simply welcome one overnight pet sitter, and keep all of your pets together at home. 
  • Join a community of like-minded pet lovers. Connected by their love for pets and travel, many of our members repeat sits and become lifelong friends.

What do pet sitters in Columbia do?

  • Dog walking. Pet lovers will keep your pooch in their usual routine of walkies, training, fetch and more while dog sitting in Columbia.
  • Administer medication. Lots of our sitters have experience giving pets medication - simply view their profile to check.
  • Play and exercise. Our sitters are there for your pets around the clock, providing all the TLC they need.
  • Care for your house, plants and garden. Columbia’s pet sitters keep your home clean and secure, collect the mail, and water your plants.
  • Keep you in the loop. Our sitters share as many updates as you choose while you’re away.

To learn more about the benefits you could be enjoying with a pet parent membership, explore our plans.

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