Top 10 dog parks, trainers & boarding in Columbia
Ranked by how complete and owner-verified the listing info is — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play.
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1NOMA Bark Park
1250 Parkside Dr, Columbia, SC 29201
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2SC - Columbia
951 Roberts Branch Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29203
Mon-Fri: 6:30am-7:00pm Sat-Sun: 9:00am-5:00pm
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3Dogs Best Friend
951 Camp Ground Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
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4Dog Daze
1241 Veterans Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat-Sun 8am-10am
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5Dog Training In Your Home
7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29212-1137
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-2:30pm
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6Irmo Pet Retreat
8027 Irmo Dr, Columbia, SC 29212-8237
Mon-Fri 8am-12pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 3pm-6pm
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7Humane Society-South Carolina
121 Humane Ln, Columbia, SC 29209-4605
Mon-Thu 8:30am-5pm
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8A Paw's Paradise
4801 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
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9Camp Bow Wow Columbia SC
655 Superior St, Columbia, SC 29205
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10Pawmetto Lifeline
1275 Bower Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29212-3707
Of the 39 dog parks, trainers & boarding listed in Columbia, 35 give a phone number, 6 publish opening hours and 28 have a website.
Dog Parks, Trainers & Boarding in Columbia by feature
- Dog Trainers10
- Dog Boarding Facilities9
- Animal Shelters & Rescues7
- Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers6
- Dog Parks & Off-Leash Areas5
All 29 other dog parks, trainers & boarding in Columbia
By ZIP code: 29201 (7) · 29204 (1) · 29205 (3) · 29206 (3) · 29209 (2) · 29210 (2) · 29212 (4) · 29223 (5) · 29229 (2)
ZIP 29201 · ZIP 29201 7
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Greater Columbia Obedience Club
947 S Stadium Rd, Columbia, SC 29201-4888
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Kabler School For Dogs of Columbia
3041 N Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
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Just Pet Me Inn
1812 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201-3542
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Contented Canines
621 Lady St Unit A, Columbia, SC 29201-3099
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All Dogs Unleashed
1320 Main St Ste 300, Columbia, SC 29201-3266
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Final Victory Animal Rescue
2136 Sumter St, Columbia, SC 29201-2122
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Columbia Concierge Dog Service
1308 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201-2903
ZIP 29204 1
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Elam Animal Hospital
3327 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
ZIP 29205 · ZIP 29205 3
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Off Leash K9 Columbia SC
123 Marion St, Columbia, SC 29205
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Susan Bailey Pets
448 Deerwood St, Columbia, SC 29205-4101
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Pamperedpetssc
613 Dogwood St, Columbia, SC 29205
ZIP 29206 · ZIP 29206 3
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Petsitting by Denise
6905 Cleaton Rd Unit Q, Columbia, SC 29206
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Progressive Pet Training Llc
4711 Forest Dr Ste 3 # 275, Columbia, SC 29206-3125
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Fort Jackson Dog Park
6100 4th Div Rd, Columbia, SC 29206
ZIP 29209 · ZIP 29209 2
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City Of Columbia Animal Services
127 Humane Ln, Columbia, SC 29209
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City Of Columbia Animal Shelter
127 Humane Ln, Columbia, SC 29209
ZIP 29210 2
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Woof University, Llc
200 Leisure Ln, Columbia, SC 29210-4127
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Bark Park
Columbia, SC 29210
ZIP 29212 · ZIP 29212 4
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Carolina Pet Resort
1160 Berl Mar Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
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Project Pet
1275 Bower Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29212
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Wag-N-Train Kennel
178 Greenbriar Dr, Columbia, SC 29212-8605
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The Barking Lot
Saluda Shoals Park, Columbia, SC 29212
ZIP 29223 · ZIP 29223 5
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Off Leash K9 Training Columbia
3021 McNaughton Dr Ste 6, Columbia, SC 29223
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Patriot's Pet Care
1325 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
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Sesqui State Park Dog Park
9564 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
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Aunt Shelley's Pet Sitting
311 Rockingham Rd, Columbia, SC 29223-5209
Mon-Sun 7am-10pm
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Parklane Animal Hospital
7352 Parklane Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
ZIP 29229 2
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Southern Pines Pet Lodge
1030 Goff Rd, Columbia, SC 29229-9400
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Puppy Kingdom
10244 Two Notch Rd Ste 1, Columbia, SC 29229-4398
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South Carolina statewide, by feature
- Dog Boarding Facilities in South Carolina234
- Animal Shelters & Rescues in South Carolina184
- Dog Trainers in South Carolina151
- Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers in South Carolina94
- Dog Parks & Off-Leash Areas in South Carolina64
- Indoor Dog Parks in South Carolina23
- Dog Parks with Water Features in South Carolina12
- Fenced Dog Parks in South Carolina8
- Pet Adoption Centers in South Carolina8
Nearby in South Carolina
- Cayce1
- West Columbia8
- Irmo3
- Hopkins2
- Lexington11
- Elgin4
- Charleston34
Good to know about dog parks, trainers & boarding in Columbia
How many dog parks, trainers & boarding are there in Columbia?
We list 39 dog parks, trainers & boarding in Columbia with addresses, and 35 of them with a phone number.
What's the surest way to check hours in Columbia?
Call ahead — 35 of the 39 dog parks, trainers & boarding here list a number. Hours at independent dog parks, trainers & boarding shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.
How to teach a dog to play fetch?
Start by encouraging your dog to chase a favorite toy in a hallway, rewarding them when they return with it, and gradually increasing distance. For open practice spaces, check out the 39 dog parks in Columbia, South Carolina, where 35 listings offer direct contact details for park management. If your dog struggles with recall or drops toys early, working with a local professional trainer can help overcome training hurdles.
Why is my dog coughing?
A dog's cough can stem from kennel cough, allergies, air irritants, or underlying respiratory conditions. If your dog exhibits a dry, hacking sound, isolate them from public areas like the 39 dog parks in Columbia, South Carolina and consult a veterinarian. You can contact 35 local pet service providers in Columbia directly for guidance on safe local activity spaces.