Busy schedule?
Taking a trip?
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Columbus pet sitters & dog walkers ensuring your pets are happy and loved while you're away!
Gain peace of mind
Knowing your pet is well cared for in your absence.
Save time & energy
While we handle the pet care to-do's.
Gain confidence
Knowing you’re giving your pet the best life possible.
You deserve better.
So does your pet.
Juggling work, vacations, and other commitments can leave you stretched thin, unable to provide the care your fur baby needs.
And the guilt is killing you!
Give your pet the care they deserve when you're away from home and reclaim the peace of mind you need. Our team of Columbus pet sitters and dog walkers can help!
How We Can Help
Dog Walking in Columbus
We’ll come over and take your pup for a nice stroll of 20, 30, 45, or 60 minutes in length, you pick! With that, we’ll guarantee a great big energy release, mental stimulation, and lots of potty breaks!
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Pet Sitting in Columbus
We’ll pop by for an in-home visit of 20, 30, 45, or 60 minutes in length, you pick! This gives your fur baby the chance to get quality human time, potty breaks, playtime, feeding, and more! Learn More
Cat Sitting in Columbus
We’ll come by for an in-home visit of 20, 30, 45, or 60 minutes in length, you pick! We'll ensure that your cat has all the food and water it needs and provide litter box cleaning. Learn More
They're not 'pets'...
They're family.
And we take that seriously!
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Insured & Bonded
We’re covered for up to $1,000,000 in liabilities with one of the best providers in pet care, State Farm.
Extensive Availability
We provide services 24/7/365!
Customized Care
We offer a wide range of services, all that can be tailored to each pet’s individual needs!
Easy-To-Use Mobile App
Our app allows you to schedule services, pay invoices, store pet care notes, and more, all at the touch of your fingertips!
Team Oriented
No more relying on one person to be available every time you need care for your pet! We take a team approach, ensuring you get consistent coverage every time you need pet care!
Professional
With us, you get the luxury of a team who puts their whole hearts into working with your pets. We are passionate, knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and determined to provide you the best care possible!
Detailed Updates
After we complete services with your pets, we send thorough in-app updates that include a visit summary, cute photos, and a GPS map showing our whereabouts!Dedicated Support
We have a super resourceful client support center, and additionally, we’re available for help via office call/text Monday thru Friday, 9am-5pm!
Don't take our word for it!
Hear from hundreds of happy pet parents in Columbus!
Posted on Laura DevynMarch 31, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so happy I hired this company. Scheduling is easy, employees are reliable and responsible and they genuinely care for my pet. Best of all, they are each and every one of them kind to my elderly mother, which means the world to me. This company does a great job, I’m very very happy!Posted on Lindsey BarchentMarch 16, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend Hands N Paws! They are reliable, flexible, and clearly care about the pets they work with. Communication is consistent and their app makes scheduling visits and sharing preferences very easy. The photos and updates after each visit are wonderful and make it easy to see how happy and well cared for my dog is. It gives me great peace of mind knowing I never have to worry when my dog is with them - they’re the best!Posted on Cassandra HovanecMarch 13, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am BEYOND please with Hands N Paws. When I was researching companies who could provide pet care for my fur babies, I came across Hand N Paws and read all the wonderful reviews, which is why I selected them. Let me tell you, they 100% live up to the hype! With only a few visits, I already feel so comfortable leaving my babies in their hands. It literally feels like I’m leaving them with trusted family! Their journal entries are amazing and they provide so much feedback about the visit with photos, which is even more reassuring! 10/10 would recommend their services and can’t wait to continue to use them in the future!Posted on Michelle NguyenFebruary 23, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. HNP were wonderful and took great care of our dog Phoebe. They followed instructions and asked for clarification when they needed it. We loved getting their journal updates and pictures. I especially like that at the end of the trip, that they have you indicate to them that you’ve returned safely. One of our neighbors told me that she’s never seen so many people caring for our dog like that before and enjoyed seeing them walk by her window everyday. Thanks so much to the team!Posted on Christopher BrooksFebruary 22, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hands N Paws has raised the bar for dog care everywhere! Everything about our dog walking and dog sitting experience has been nothing but exceptional. Communication and preparation for visits is seamless and their app tells us when they are on their way, have arrived, and we can communicate with the dog walker if there is urgent communication. Our dogs, one of which who is a lover of everyone and another who takes a kind, understanding person to gain trust, both love every single dog sitter and dog walker. This has been especially meaningful for our dachshund who needs people who understand dog psychology and dog anxiety to thrive. We couldn't have found better people who use that use that knowledge of how to overcome that dog anxiety - within two visits, he is know so excited for them to come every time! They read through our preferences for care and follow them in an exceptionally detailed way. They are super respectful of our house and not only put away packages, but even put away frozen food from a package in our freezer! After each visit, they send the best possible care summary. You can also trust them to take care of your dogs and house if there is any possible dog medical issue or issue with the house - when this happened our dog walker was super on top of things, efficiently troubleshooted the situation, and even a Hands N Paws manager was calling and texting us at 8 PM on a Saturday to ensure our dogs were as safe as possible. I have never trusted a dog walker/groomer/daycare as much as Hands N Paws and I give the highest possible recommendation!Posted on Beth KagelFebruary 8, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A friend of mine recommended hands and paws about 3 years ago and I am so glad she did. The team is friendly and warm. Very easy to work with and accommodating especially when I had an unexpected emergency. My dogs are in love with one of their employees. I am so glad that I found them. They are like family.Posted on Sherri MacikDecember 25, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hands and paws was fantastic...arrived on time and sent awesome updates and pics of my 2 1st pet visits!!!Posted on Sarah FlukerNovember 30, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have used Hands N Paws a few times now and they are seriously wonderful. If you’re an anxious pet parent (I may be as anxious as they come!) this really is the best way to go. They were always on time, did above and beyond what was expected while we were away, and our cats adored them all! Even our very shy cat managed to be comfortable enough to come out, which was a huge deal for us. We looked forward to reading the journal and looking at pictures every morning/evening after their visits 🙂 I actually worked for a similar company (in a different state) for years, so I have always been very selective and particular about pet care standards. Hands N Paws checks all the boxes and the owner Benny is professional, really nice, and most importantly understands that pets are family members and deserve to be treated as such! And prices are SO reasonable!Posted on Tish FrizNovember 20, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Effie had her first visit today. I just read all the notes from Jake's visit with her and I am blown away. Benny - thank you so much for creating such an amazing thing. We have really truly struggled to find people that we trust with our animals just even for simple things like this, and I have personally dog sat for a very long time and I so understand how important that trust is. I just really wanted to say thank you and I'm so glad that we were able to connect with you guys sooner than later. The ease of booking the detail of notes the journal he provided. My husband and I are just so insanely grateful for this wonderful business you have. The peace of mind that my 14 year old lady will be taken care of with such attention is more than I could have asked for.Load more
Frequently Asked Questions
Hands N Paws serves numerous cities and neighborhoods in Columbus, Ohio, including Downtown, German Village, Short North, Clintonville, Bexley, Dublin, Hilliard, Upper Arlington, and Grandview. We’re committed to providing reliable care throughout the city, ensuring your pet feels comfortable and secure, right in their own home.
Our dedicated team of pet sitters and dog walkers provides a range of services directly at your home, ensuring your pets are well-cared for while you’re away or busy. We offer four different lengths of visits, and you can schedule as many daily visits as you need for peace of mind.
During each visit, our team typically performs the following tasks:
– Walking your pets
– Engaging them in playtime
– Feeding and administering any necessary medication
– Performing complimentary household duties such as collecting mail and rotating blinds
We believe in a team-based approach rather than assigning just one person to your pet. This ensures that multiple team members form relationships and bonds with your pets, providing flexibility and reliability whenever you need our services.
After each visit, we provide detailed updates through our company app, Precise Petcare. These curated journal updates allow you to see how your pet’s day went, adding a personal touch to our service.
The cost of our services varies based on the duration and frequency of the services you require. For instance, if you are on vacation and need multiple visits per day for your pets, the cost will be higher compared to a single visit in a day to check on your pets. Regarding service duration, we provide options for 20, 30, 45, and 60 minutes. The cost increases with the length of the service. For detailed information on our services and their respective pricing, please visit our specific service pages for dog walking, pet sitting, and cat sitting.
Each team member undergoes a rigorous selection process to ensure they are the perfect match for our team. This process includes multiple interviews, followed by comprehensive background, drug, and reference checks. After passing these checks, they receive initial and ongoing training and are equipped with numerous resources to ensure their success in this work. All team members have previous experience in pet care, whether personal and/or professional. We also ensure each member embodies our values of compassion and professionalism, so you can trust your pets are in the best hands.
For starters, welcome to the Hands N Paws family! We’re thrilled to have you onboard. Getting started is simple. Just click on any of the “Get Started” buttons you see right on our website. This action will take you to a calendar page where you can select a convenient day and time for a Meet N Greet (initial consultation). At this time, you’ll meet with an admin from our team who will onboard you as a new client and also give you a chance to introduce us to you and your pets. We’ll set you up with your very own client account, and show you how and where you can request our pet services as needed. Whenever you submit requests for services, our team of pet care specialists will be notified. Services are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on availability, ensuring that someone from our team will be available to care for your pets.
Hands N Paws excels in providing personalized care and earning community trust, which has made us the #1 rated in-home pet care company in Columbus. We understand that your pets are family, and that’s why we’ve been dedicated to winning the hearts of as many pets and their parents since opening for business in 2018. Our services are custom-tailored to meet the unique needs of your pets, all backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. With our experienced team, you can be at ease knowing your pet is receiving the love and attention they deserve while you’re away.
Absolutely! We’re here to ensure your pets receive the best care while you’re away, no matter how long you need to be gone.
First, we’ll schedule a Meet N Greet session to fully understand your pet’s routines, preferences, and any special care requirements they might have. During this time, we’ll also onboard you as a new client and set you up with your client account. In your client account, you can schedule all the services you need while you’re away. You can choose from various visit lengths and frequencies, ensuring that your pet maintains their normal routine as closely as possible.
Then, you’ll head away from home and let our team take over! During your absence, we will not only handle the basic needs like feeding, walking, and medication administration, but also provide companionship and playtime to keep your pet happy and engaged. We also offer additional home care services, such as mail collection and plant watering, to keep your home secure and functioning while you’re away.
You’ll receive regular updates through our app, including photos and notes from each visit, so you can see how your pet is doing and feel connected to them, regardless of the distance.
Rest assured, our experienced and caring professionals are equipped to handle any situation that arises, giving you the confidence that your pets are in good hands. Trust us when we say that you’ll be returning home to very happy and contented pets!
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