House Sitting Cross Timber
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Over 47 pet parents in Cross Timber have booked house sitting
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“I was thankful Tracy took such good care of our mastiff. They are special dogs that act differently than others and she did an amazing job. As others said she sent pictures, videos and communicated every day. I will most definitely use her again!”
“We are so grateful to have found Tayler, after our last sitter retired. We highly recommend her, she watched our 3 cats + and house sat while we were out of town for 4 days. Our cats require a lot of attention, special feeding and she handled all their needs without any issues. She was prompt, trustworthy, and kept us updated daily. It gave us total peace of mind while traveling and we couldn’t be happier. She sent photo updates and text check-ins, followed all of our feeding and routine instructions to the letter, and our pets were well taken care when we got home. We already have rebooked for the holidays.”
“Great communication about our dogs. Loved having someone willing to work/ interact with our bird as well - thanks for that! Dogs definitely miss all of the play time for sure”
“First time having Maya sit for me and I will definitely be calling on her again. One of my dogs had an episode and she was quick to let me know what was going on. She even made the phone call to the vet to tell them what happened to see if he needed to be brought in. The situation was stressful for me being out of the country, but I felt so much better with her there keeping an eye on my boy.”
“From meeting us for the first time to leaving the last day, Brooke was incredibly sweet and professional! I haven’t ever left my dogs for that long and they are super high maintence, but Brooke did great. She listened and did whatever I asked her to do and was very open for all communication. I think my house was even cleaner from when I left! I would definitely recommend Brooke and will definitely reach out again.”
“Sherrie was AMAZING and my dog (Jasper) absolutely loved her. This is the first time I had to use a house/pet sitter and I was so nervous prior to meeting Sherrie. I have only ever left my dog with family members because he is my world and I had no reservations leaving him in Sherrie's care. She came highly recommended by my neighbor and I now know why. She sent me updates multiple times a day and took such great care of my boy. She also left my house immaculately clean! Jasper I and can't wait to have her back soon! I cannot recommend Sherrie and her services enough.”
About: With 6 plus years of dog-sitting experience for friends and family, I have cared for small and large breeds, puppies to senior dogs. I also completed a doggy daycare program in high school, where I gained hands on experience in grooming, training, and handling dogs with all kinds of personalities. I love working with pups on new tricks and giving them lots of love and attention while you're away. I truly believe any dog can learn new tricks at any age. I’m currently a stay at home mom to my one month old and I'm starting school to become a Veterinary Assistant. Because I'm home all day (apart from quick errands if needed), your pup will get plenty of attention and care. I'm available for overnight boarding any day of the week. I take one dog at a time to make sure they get my full attention, but I'm happy to host siblings / one family at a time. I have a fully fenced-in yard for your pup to run around and play safely. I also do about two walks a day if your pup enjoys walking. I have a friendly, hyper pup of my own and a cat to keep your dog company, but I can easily keep them separated if needed. I have an extra crate small and large available for sleeping or mealtimes if needed. I have plenty of toys and treats to keep your pup entertained, and I promise they'll get lots of cuddles, love, and attention!
About: Welcome! If you are looking for a calm, stress-free, 1-on-1 environment for your pet, you have come to the right place. As a veterinarian’s daughter and a full-time professional pet sitter with over 100 5-star reviews, providing attentive, top-tier care tailored to your pet's personality and energy level is my passion. I host only one client family’s pets at a time, ensuring your fur baby receives undivided attention, customized care, and total safety. 🐾Why Choose My Care? 1-on-1 Exclusive Attention: Your pet will never compete with outside animals for love, space, or care. 🐾Veterinary Background: My dad was a veterinarian and I am fully confident administering oral medications, managing special diets, and providing calm care for senior or special-needs pets. 🐾Full-Day Presence: Pet care is my full-time focus. Your pet enjoys constant companionship, frequent potty breaks, and structured daily routines. 🐾Tailored Exercise & Backyard Fun: Guests enjoy endless play in my huge, fully fenced backyard. For dogs who love exploring, I am happy to offer trips to nearby parks for leashed walks. (Note: For safety, park walks are reserved for dogs who are fully leash-trained and do not pull heavily. Strong pullers will still get plenty of great exercise in the secure yard!) 🐾Prepared & Accommodating: I provide a clean kennel and dog bed on-site for convenience so you have less to pack, though you are always welcome to bring your own. 🐾Clear Communication: Expect regular photo and video updates so you can relax knowing your pet is safe, happy, and truly spoiled. 🐾Safety & Household Notes Children: Children are listed on my profile because my grandchildren visit occasionally, though they do not live here. If your dog prefers an adult-only environment, I will coordinate schedules so no children are present during their stay. 🐾Meet & Greets: I strongly encourage a quick Meet & Greet prior to booking so everyone feels completely confident and comfortable. ❤️In Hawaiian, a pet caretaker is called a Kahu—a guardian, protector, and steward of something cherished. I take that role to heart and treat every guest like my own. Whether hosting in my home or house-sitting in yours, I look forward to giving your pet a safe, loving home away from home! Full-Time Care & Companionship 🐾 Now that I am retired, pet care is my full-time focus! Your fur baby will enjoy plenty of relaxed companionship, frequent potty breaks, and a consistent daily routine. Your pet will receive endless love, attention, and playtime. They'll have access to a huge, fully fenced backyard, plus trips to nearby parks for walks. I also send regular photo updates so you can relax knowing your pet is safe, happy, and truly spoiled! Experienced & Trusted!! 🐾 Veterinarian’s Daughter: Expert animal care practices built into my daily routine. 🐾 40+ Years of Experience: Decades of dedicated, hands-on care for pets of all ages and temperaments. 🐾 Fort Worth’s Trusted Nanny: Over 100 5-star reviews and a track record of happy, repeat clients. 🐾 Exclusive Single-Family Stays: I accept only one client family at a time for maximum safety and full attentiveness. 🐾 Senior & Special Needs Care: Highly experienced with aging dogs, complex medical conditions, and mobility needs. 🐾 Medication & Safety: Fully trained in administering oral and injected medications, plus Pet First Aid & CPR certified. A 5-Star VIP Experience!!! 🐾 Tail-Wagging Activities: Daily walks in the park (if requested), active backyard games, basic command reinforcement, and brain-boosting activities like treat puzzles and sniff mats. 🐾 Impromptu Photo Shoots: As a prior professional photographer, I love capturing gorgeous, candid pictures of your fur baby throughout their stay! 🐾 Seamless Communication: Prompt text updates and frame-worthy daily photos so you can enjoy total peace of mind while away. 🐾 Spoiled-Rotten Comfort: Endless belly rubs, soothing ear scratches, couch cuddles, and focused, gentle attention from morning to night. I follow all care instructions, administration of medicine schedules and make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved while doing my best to stay on their schedule at home that they are used to. My grandchildren sometimes visit to give extra love, but if your dog doesn’t get along with children, they won’t be present. 🐾 Flea & Tick Prevention: For the health, comfort, and safety of all pets staying in my home, I kindly ask that pets be current on flea and tick prevention prior to their stay. I work hard to maintain a clean, flea- and tick-free environment, and this helps protect your pet as well as the other pets in my care. Thank you for helping me keep my home comfortable and safe for everyone! 💕 Certified in CPR & Pet First Aid (08/2025) with verification badges in my photo gallery. I love building long-term relationships so your fur baby looks forward to coming back! For your convenience, I have a kennel available at my home if your pup is crate-trained or enjoys having a cozy space to relax. You’re welcome to use mine, so there’s no need to bring one back and forth unless you prefer to.
“Absolutely loved Nita! She was so comfortable with the animals, Drax will definitely miss her 😭 She was professional and respectful to my home and my fur babies. Will definitely be using her again in the future 🥰”
“I booked Savanna for a 5 day at home sit with my puppy, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I reached out at the last minute, and she was incredibly flexible and made everything work without any stress on my end. My puppy is a high energy handful (5 month old blue heeler) and Savanna took especially good care of him. She followed his routine closely, and even asked about continuing to work on his training while I was away. She sent lots of photos and updates throughout the stay, so I always knew how he was doing and could relax while I was gone. Savanna was also respectful of my home and property. If you are looking for a sitter who communicates well, adapts to your needs, and can handle an energetic dog with patience and care, I cant recommend Savanna enough. I'll definitely book with her again!”
“She was excellent with my anxious nine-year-old golden retriever and my aloof cat. She kept me updated with photos and videos, and the house was in perfect condition when we returned. We would hire her again!”
About: As a physical therapy student, I truly believe that movement is medicine not just for people, but for our furry friends too!!! I love being active and believe that movement and touching grass and a little adventure can go a long way in improving our overall health. I’m on here because I love spending time with animals and I want to share the same passion for movement, care, and connection with them. There’s truly nothing better than being surrounded by animals and getting to be a small part of their day.🐶🐱 I planned my schedule carefully to make sure I can give each pet the time and attention. They deserve. My availability is best on evenings and weekends, which I love spending outdoors and enjoying time with animals. I am committed to being reliable, communicative and making sure every pet feels safe and comfortable & maintaining open lines of communication with the owner! I care for every pet as if they’re my own. I love pets with big personalities. I can adopt to a pets routine and an individual needs on the spot to make sure that they feel safe and most importantly be loved.
“I was referred to Emily by my primary dog sitter, and I have nothing but good words to say for her house visit! Emily was very thorough and send updates all the time. Will definitely be reaching to her again if needed.”
“Remington is an all star pet sitter! She expertly watched my 130lb mastiff who is a little shy. But in just a short while they were best buds! He waits for her to arrive in the morning and they have a lot of fun. I'm definitely going to contact her to pet sit for me again, she's awesome!”
“Anjulie is incredibly kind and caring! She took amazing care of my dog, Atlas. I was able to completely relax on vacation because I knew Atlas was in great hands with Anjulie! She’s the best!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Cross Timber is $45
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We are so grateful to have found Tayler, after our last sitter retired. We highly recommend her, she watched our 3 cats + and house sat while we were out of town for 4 days. Our cats require a lot of attention, special feeding and she handled all their needs without any issues. She was prompt, trustworthy, and kept us updated daily. It gave us total peace of mind while traveling and we couldn’t be happier. She sent photo updates and text check-ins, followed all of our feeding and routine instructions to the letter, and our pets were well taken care when we got home. We already have rebooked for the holidays.
We had a wonderful experience with our pet sitter! They took excellent care of our two dogs and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. Communication was great throughout the stay, with regular updates and photos that showed our pups were happy, comfortable, and well cared for. It was clear that our dogs received plenty of attention, love, and exercise. We came home to two happy dogs and a clean environment, which we truly appreciated. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter, and we look forward to booking with them again in the future!
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FAQs for House Sitting - Cross Timber
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of House Sitting in Cross Timber is $33 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $64 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 1,903 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Cross Timber. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Cross Timber walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Cross Timber maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Cross Timber choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Cross Timber. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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