Dog Sitting in Austin
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About: I’ve had dogs as part of my family my entire life and currently have a 5-year-old Goldendoodle of my own, so daily walks, routines, and lots of love are second nature to me. Being a dog mom means I understand how much trust it takes to leave your pet in someone else’s care. Safety is always my top priority. Whether we’re out on a walk or I’m visiting your home, I’m attentive, aware of our surroundings, and committed to making sure your dog feels secure and comfortable at all times. I carefully follow instructions and keep routines consistent so your dog feels at ease. More than anything, I want your dog to feel safe, happy, and well cared for while you’re away. I work from home as a freelance Art Director, which gives me a flexible schedule throughout the week. I’m available for morning, midday, and afternoon walks and drop in visits, and spending part of my day walking and caring for dogs is something I genuinely look forward to. I’m new to Austin and excited to explore different neighborhoods on walks with your pup while keeping them active and happy. I know how much trust it takes to have someone care for your dog and enter your home. I’m attentive about securing doors, gates, and leashes, and I’m always aware of our surroundings on walks. I follow your dog’s routine closely so they feel comfortable and at ease, and I treat your home with the same care and respect as my own.
“Sara is a caring a kind pet sitter! She ensured my kitty was fed and the car of while I was out of town. I trust her with my cat and I’m sure my cat trusts her too!”

“Isabella was very kind and dependable. She took the time to get to know our pup and her routines. She sent us lots of happy pictures and really made us feel like our house and doggo was in good hands. I’ll definitely be booking her again the next time we have a need.”

About: As both a lifelong animal lover, pet owner, and experienced caregiver, I bring reliability, compassion, and skill to every visit, your pets’ comfort always comes first. As a college student with a flexible schedule, I’m available mornings, evenings, and weekends. I’m happy to adjust my availability to meet your needs and ensure your pet gets reliable, consistent care every time. Having worked a year at a pet resort, I know how to create a safe, respectful environment. I treat your home and pets with the utmost care and professionalism at all times. I understand the importance of safety, trust, and routine. You can feel confident knowing your pet is comfortable, secure, and well cared for.
“Rico had a great time with Anna. He was well looked after and Anna followed all our guidelines such as not greeting other dogs on the walk. Rico is looking forward to seeing her again!”

“Brittany is incredibly responsive and attentive. She always took great pictures and left detailed summaries of her stays with my two cats. I would definitely hire her services again.”

“Kelly was the perfect sitter while we were out of town for an extended period of time. I’m not used to being away from my babies, but Kelly regularly sent detailed updates and lots of pictures, which made being away a bit easier. I would absolutely recommend Kelly to anyone needing someone to love on their animal(s) while they are busy/away!”

About: I’ve always been the go-to for my friends dog & Kittie watch so I want to extend my help and love. I have experience with APA dog walking, local neighbors dogs and drop in’s for kittens whose owners are out of town! I’m an athlete so can provide high energy care. I’m a young professional who is on PTO through the summer months. I will be working remote from home come August so is flexible to help your needs! I can spend as much as an hour with you early mornings and evenings. I have summer off remotely so I am available anytime! I’m an early riser so love a good sunrise walk. Happy to work around your schedule I have 2 cats of my own and have fostered through APA. I have a safe house with a small patio for sunshine and play
About: Hi! I have a flexible schedule thanks to working remotely, which means I have plenty of time and attention to give your pup throughout the day. I’m available for house sitting and drop-in visits and am most comfortable with friendly, well-socialized dogs. Whether your pup needs walks, playtime, cuddles, medication reminders, or simply a companion while you’re away, I’ll treat them with the same care and attention I’d want for my own pet. I know how important it is to trust someone with your furry family member, and I look forward to providing reliable, loving care and plenty of photo updates while you’re away! I just moved to Austin recently so I have a lot of free time. I am not currently working so my schedule is pretty open. I will take your pets safety extremely seriously whether I am visiting your home or hosting your fur baby at mine. I live in a very dog friendly community with lots of grass and walking area.
About: Active, caring, and dedicated to making pets feel safe, loved, and happy. Your pup will enjoy walks, playtime, and plenty of attention tailored to their needs. I work full-time from home, which means I’m here to give plenty of attention to your pet throughout the day. I’m currently in the process of bringing my own dog from Brazil, so caring for other dogs has been a joyful and comforting experience while I wait for my furry best friend to join me. I carefully follow each owner’s instructions and only care for one or two dogs at a time, whether boarding or providing day care, to ensure focused, responsible attention. I live in a ground-floor condo with a secure, fenced area for safe walks within the property.
About: I am a young professional that loves animals. I am exited to use this opportunity to spend time and build relationships with your pets. I am clean, organized, and will keep your pet on a tight schedule. I can help teach potty training as well as commands. I love to run, walk,hike, and generally explore the city. If you have a dog that’s likes to run, play, swim, and fetch I’m your guy. I have experience with giant breeds and down to small dogs. I’m most of my experience is with working breeds, herding breeds, and toy breed. I am experienced in deescalating aggression, teaching patience, and building confidence in dogs. I am affectionate and I love to play with pets. I speak English as well as Spanish. I am located Austin’s Riverside neighborhood so I am generally close driving distance to the rest of the city. I am open to long term commitments with your pet. I look forward to becoming your pet’s friend. I currently work a full-time job from 9am - 6pm Monday - Friday. Therefore I'd love to use dog sitting as an opportunity to connect with dogs and pets in my free time. I'm excited to offer my free time for walking and sitting because I really enjoy playing and caring for animals. I have a dog that walks 4 times a day minimum. She loves other dogs and would love the opportunity to socialize and meet new friends. I am well experience in walking dogs and creating safe environments for playtime. I have a dog park at my apartment and I'm well familiar with the dog parks throughout Austin. I always watch for trash and hazards in the area so my dogs can plays freely.
“Julia was so nice to my Duchess. She sent thorough updates and clearly got to know Duchy. She was flexible with time and I was grateful she was available to add an extra day. I would and will recommend Julia to my cat friends.”

“We got so lucky finding Allie! I needed a last minute sitter and took to Rover to find one. Allie was so responsive and was able to set up a meet & greet that same day. Skye is usually anxious when meeting new people, but warmed up to Allie instantly - which is always a good sign for me. I was immediately put at ease and felt the trust established. Allie was on top of it and took such good care of Skye. It was so nice to receive such intentional Rover Cards with pictures of Skye every day. I would recommend Allie to anyone looking for a pet sitter in South Austin and will definitely be reaching out again!”


“Ive definitely had a bad experience with rover sitters before and almost deleted the app. Let me tell you, Christine turned it around for me, this is the second time using her and she’s amazing. Punctual, leaves details about her trip, and it puts my mind at ease. Plus my kitties love her!!! Could not recommend her enough!!”


“Rachele was wonderful. She was very prompt when responding to questions and very flexible with our changing travel plans. We were able to enjoy our vacation and returned to two happy dogs!”
“Alyxandria did a wonderful job taking care of my cat Sinatra! She was communicative, helpful and shared photos while I was traveling! Highly recommended having her watch your pets!”

Austin dog parents share their Rover experiences
Laura has been amazing with my pups. She is thorough and hilarious with her communication, and sends plenty of pics while I have been away. My dogs are not the easiest to deal with, yet she handles them with grace and care. Will absolutely use her again in the future!

Reliable, punctual, and great communication! We had a fantastic experience with this drop-in visit! Lauren arrived exactly on time, which gave us total peace of mind. We loved getting the photo updates while we were away, and she left everything perfectly clean and tidy. Our pup was so well taken care of—we will definitely be booking with Lauren again!

Ava was wonderful! She was very attentive to Aiden and gave detailed updates. She also came by to pick up my key the night before, despite a crazy travel day with delayed flights, she still made it and came straight from the airport to make sure she could get the key. Definitely would have Ava watch my pet again!!

Joan has been a such an amazing rover for me and my dog. She’s very clear on communications and has been a major help ever since we being using her visits. She gives out a good rover report card and my dog loves to her based on the picture on get! I recommend her if you need a rover

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Dog Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in Austin.
Rover makes it easy to find Austin dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog sitter’s cancellation policy.



















