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Amy B.

Care for Your Pet

West Columbia, SC

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I have helped out neighbors with their pets while on vacation or at work. Letting them out, walking them, feeding them, giving them medicine, playing with them.
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karen L.

West Columbia, SC

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a huge dog lover who enjoys spending time with pets of all kinds. I love taking dogs on walks, giving them attention, and making sure they feel happy and cared for
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Justine S.

West Columbia, SC

from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Happy to help out with any walking/visits/sitting! Comfortable with small and large dogs, comfortable administering medication.
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Hannah W.

West Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Over the span of 8 years I have cared for many animals, Dogs, cats, pigs, horses, cows, goats, raccoons and squirrels just to name a few. I offer drop in visits at your house. Overnight sitting with your animals and drop in for leash walking. I have cared for up to 30 animals at one time while working for a private rescue...
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Chlyce B.

Loving & Reliable Pet Care You Can Count On

West Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Chlyce, a devoted animal lover with a gentle, attentive approach to pet care. Whether it's dog walking, feeding, playtime, or overnight sitting, I treat every pet like family. I'm experienced with all types of temperaments and routines, and I'm always patient, punctual, and safety-conscious. My goal is to keep your pets...
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Jill Y.

West Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Jill and I'm 26! I have done basic pet care for multiple families since being a teen. I have done over night care, every day care, dog walking, boarding, as well as having 4 dogs of my own. Growing up I had many cats too.
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Abigail S.

Animal Care

West Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Abby and I have a culmination of 10 years of experienced animal care of all kinds. I have a service dog myself (wonderful GSP), a cat, and a horse that I teach riding lessons with. I competed on Lander University's equestrian team alongside competitive competition throughout my life to this very day....
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Audrey C.

Pet Sitter

West Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
Hi My name is Audrey . I am very interested in the pet sitting position you have available. 1999 to 2007- I owned and operated a small residential cleaning service. In this position, I detailed cleaned upscale residential homes throughout the Columbia area. Part of my service included caring for my clients dogs, (walking and...
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Hailey C.

Great Child Care!

West Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, and responsible. I like working with kids because I like seeing them grow and I love to help solve problems. I'm looking for a job that reliable and makes me happy. I started working with kids when I was 18. In my spare time, I like to walk my dogs, spend time with friends, read,...
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Martha S.

West Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Errands
companionship
transportation
hospice services
respite care
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as honest, friendly, caring I like caring for seniors because they deserve the best quality of life for as ling as they have. I'm looking for a job that gives me contact with people, allows me to still give the best of myself and supplement my income. I started caring for seniors my entire life,...
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Emily I.

Lexington, SC

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have always loved dog sitting and dog walking and taking care of dogs and cats. Your animals are family too!
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Julia T.

Lexington, SC

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$19/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hey!! I am looking for pet sitting and dog walking. I'm a Realtor and Real Estate is my side job. I'm a mom of 2 (8 and 10) and in Lexington One District. I love animals and have two dogs of my own!
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Jamie S.

Vet Tech For 5+ Years! Love Every Single Puppy And Kitty!

Lexington, SC

from
$8/hr
6 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am an experienced vet tech, I love all animals have most of my Experience in cats and dogs all sizes! I would love to walk or groom your fur babies for you! Animals are my life and passion!
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Riley H.

Riley's Pet Care

Lexington, SC

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, and supportive I like working with animals because they offer a unique kind of connection that's based on trust. I find it fulfilling to care for them and they are so cute to be around! I'm looking for a job that allows me to walk dogs, do drop in visits, or overnight care I...
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Sydney H.

Cayce, SC

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet sitting
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
Animals are the key to my heart. I previous lived on a farm where I took care of chickens, goats, pigs, and a donkey. I enjoy outdoors and working out. Right now I only have a kitten. I enjoy training, walking, and playing with any dog I encounter. No animals bother me, my love for them is so beyond. I can't wait to become best...
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Alyssa K.

Infant Nanny With 6 Years Experience

Lexington, SC

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! I have 6 years of paid Nanny experience ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. I especially love working with sweet infants and am all for afternoon stroller walks and folding laundry outside in the sunshine. I grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and moved to South Carolina in 2022. 3 references are available upon request!
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Katie W.

Lexington, SC

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
I grew up with an indoor cat and took care of my neighbor's cat while they were away on vacation. I had a wonderful lhasapoo, Trudy, who I adored for about 13 years and took her to Cherokee Trail Veterinary as well as white knoll veterinary. A bit before Trudy's passing I had a lab mix come to me while j lived in the Red Bank...
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Allison L.

Dog, Cat, And Other Animal Services

Lexington, SC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Allison and I am 22 years old. I have 7 years of pet sitting experience. I am a total animal lover and have two dogs, two cats, and one gecko lizard of my own! I offer day time visits as well as over-night services, both weekdays and weekends. I have multiple references, and don't mind taking your pets for...
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Breanna A.

Lexington, SC

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Breanna but everyone calls me Bree! I would love to take care of your animal. I have always loved to be around animals. I treat every pet as if they were my own, giving them the attention, love, and care they deserve. Whether it's playtime, feeding, walking, or simply keeping them company, I make sure each animal...
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Erica M.

Erica M. Pet Care

Cayce, SC

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$8/hr
4 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I've been surrounded with animals my whole life! Cats, dogs, fishes, horses.. I love them all! I currently have two cats. I would take care of your animals as if they were my own! I have simply walked dogs, to staying with the owner's dog in their house while they were away for a few days.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.60/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in West Columbia, SC

A local dog walker near you in West Columbia, SC will cost you an average of $15.60 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of November 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 10 dog walkers offering services in West Columbia, SC. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from West Columbia or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from West Columbia to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in West Columbia, SC to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in West Columbia, SC, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 10 dog walkers near you in West Columbia, SC that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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