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“My dog augie loves going to Ricks! I am a nurse and I work odd hours, and he is always so accommodating with my pick up and drop offs!! I can’t recommend him enough!”



“Victoria took wonderful care of our dog and was very communicative. She sent videos to us throughout the day showing our typically anxious dog wagging her tail and enjoying socializing with other guests. When in Pittsburgh she will always be our #1 choice for dog sitting.”


“It was amazing to have Amy watch our dog! Drop off and pick up were very easy and convenient, and she was wonderful with our pretty anxious and nervous dog. She took great care of him and really went the extra mile in every way. Thanks, Amy!”


“Monica provided excellent hospitality to our pup and made him feel safe and loved. She was excellent with communication and daily pictures of our pup looking happy, calm, and relaxed during his stay. I highly recommend Monica.”


“Dudley seemed comfortable and well cared for. Sebastian sent me several messages and pictures throughout the week to let me know how he was doing. Highly recommend.”


“AJ was a great sitter for the weekend for my Jack Russell. AJ was very attentive and took excellent care of Diesel. Will definitely book again with AJ. Thank you so much for keeping my mind at ease with sending updates and photos!”


“Raeann was amazing! From the initial meet and greet it was clear that Hudson would be well cared for. During his stay, she shared pictures/updates of their time together. She opened up her home to him. I will absolutely consider Raeann again to take care of Hudson while I travel!”


“Karen was great! She took great care of our pup Sidney, even with Sidney’s sometimes temperamental attitude. Sidney really seems to like staying at Karen’s place. Thank you!”


“This is our second time booking with Dana. My pups came back and passed out on the couch for the rest of the night! She was responsive and communicative. She immediately let me know when she had a concern and was willing to go to the emergency vet if needed. I will definitely rebook!”


“Priyanka, We just wanted to drop you a big thank you for looking after Barfi! He had such a blast at your place. Those pictures you sent were awesome, and the updates kept us in the loop. It really made our trip worry-free, knowing he was in good hands with you. Barfi clearly had a great time, and we appreciate you making him feel at home. We'd absolutely recommend you to anyone needing a dog sitter. Thanks a bunch for being awesome with our fur baby! Take care!”


“Emily and her family were wonderful with Daisy. They sent lots of photos and updates during her stay and were very attentive to her needs. We will definitely be asking them to watch Daisy again.”


“Our dog, Tulip, was in great hands at Veronica's house while we were away. She was able to accommodate us for a long stay with relatively short advanced notice. We had a meet and greet with one of her pups beforehand and Tulip loved her big fenced in yard and the kiddie pools that were set up outside. You can tell that Veronica knows what she's doing when it comes to caring for dogs and she kept us updated regularly with texts, pictures, and videos, which we really appreciated. Tulip definitely enjoyed her stay and has been exhausted from the fun she had all week.”


“Mikaela is the absolute best!! We had a super fun and friendly meet and greet and I knew my Aussie, Nick would have a fab time. He loved her other 2 dogs and was treated like he was right at home! Mikaela was lovely to communicate with; super clear with details and sent me lots of adorable photos while I was away. Thank you Mikaela, Abby & Cecil for taking great care of my best buddy!! <3”


About: Since 2018 I have had the opportunity to take care of many different dogs through my Mom’s rover. We have mostly had the dogs at our house, where I would help feed, walk, and keep the dog(s)company. I also have experience going over to other people’s houses to take care of both cats and dogs and sometimes to walk them as well. I’m pretty free over this summer without school and will probably be available whenever you need me to be, unless I have an important conflict. Although I can’t have dogs to take care of at my own house, I will be able to walk and take care of your dog and give them as much attention as they are needed. I will follow whatever instructions you have for me to ensure your pet’s happiness and care.

About: I have had cats and dogs since I was a little girl. My love for animals has continued to be a staple in my life as I’ve gotten older. I have a golden retriever of my own who is the love of my life (other than my daughters and husband) lol! I have taken care of kittens/puppies to elder cats and dogs. Animals aren’t just animals in our house, they are family! I am currently working full time, but am looking to make side money to provide for my family. My hopes is that I maybe might be able to make this my full time job and stay home to raise my daughters! I work 2 minutes from home so I will never be far! I have a fenced in yard and a male golden retriever that loves to play and gets along with everyone! I can easily provide a crate if needed.. we also have baby gates blocking off each room if that would be preferred over a crate.

“I really Thank you for taking care of Romeo. For his size, he can be handful. He can get anxious, but seemed at ease at your place. You can count on me recommending your services. Thank you again.”


“The best experience I could have imagined. I was immediately relaxed after meeting Micki and her family. Communication was top-notch and I got sent the most beautiful pictures of my dog having the time of her life. In short, she maybe had a better vacation than I did. I was honestly concerned that she wouldn’t want to come back home with us-but luckily for us, she did. ?”


“Emily and Jacob took such good care of our pup, Lucy! They went above and beyond all week with consistent updates. They took her for really fun outings and she loves their sweet pup, Gunner. Thank you both so much, I am relieved to know where Lucy will go every time we go out of town!”


About: I’ve owned dogs my whole life. I currently have 2 sibling Shelties who are 4 years old, they are very friendly and love to play. I work from home so I am flexible with my availability. I can take dogs out frequently for fresh air and to get exercise and attention. There are common areas/open fields in my neighborhood where my dogs love to run and play. I have lots of space in my home including a finished basement with crates for dogs who like to have some quiet time.

About: My partner, Michelle, and I have had dogs since we were in high school and there is no better joy than going for a walk or spending time with our dogs. I currently only work about two hours every day performing Military Funeral Honors. Times vary but typically the job begins around 11am and lasts 30 minutes after which I drive home. Our family includes three small pugs and two grade school children. Crating pets or having potty trained pets sleep in our room is an option.
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Richard T.
Star Sitter


“My dog augie loves going to Ricks! I am a nurse and I work odd hours, and he is always so accommodating with my pick up and drop offs!! I can’t recommend him enough!”




Victoria K.Star Sitter

“Victoria took wonderful care of our dog and was very communicative. She sent videos to us throughout the day showing our typically anxious dog wagging her tail and enjoying socializing with other guests. When in Pittsburgh she will always be our #1 choice for dog sitting.”


Amy C.Star Sitter

“It was amazing to have Amy watch our dog! Drop off and pick up were very easy and convenient, and she was wonderful with our pretty anxious and nervous dog. She took great care of him and really went the extra mile in every way. Thanks, Amy!”


Monica M.Star Sitter

“Monica provided excellent hospitality to our pup and made him feel safe and loved. She was excellent with communication and daily pictures of our pup looking happy, calm, and relaxed during his stay. I highly recommend Monica.”


Sebastian O.

“Dudley seemed comfortable and well cared for. Sebastian sent me several messages and pictures throughout the week to let me know how he was doing. Highly recommend.”


AJ O.Star Sitter

“AJ was a great sitter for the weekend for my Jack Russell. AJ was very attentive and took excellent care of Diesel. Will definitely book again with AJ. Thank you so much for keeping my mind at ease with sending updates and photos!”


Raeann L.Star Sitter

“Raeann was amazing! From the initial meet and greet it was clear that Hudson would be well cared for. During his stay, she shared pictures/updates of their time together. She opened up her home to him. I will absolutely consider Raeann again to take care of Hudson while I travel!”


Karen C.Star Sitter

“Karen was great! She took great care of our pup Sidney, even with Sidney’s sometimes temperamental attitude. Sidney really seems to like staying at Karen’s place. Thank you!”


Dana D.Star Sitter

“This is our second time booking with Dana. My pups came back and passed out on the couch for the rest of the night! She was responsive and communicative. She immediately let me know when she had a concern and was willing to go to the emergency vet if needed. I will definitely rebook!”


priyanka k.

“Priyanka, We just wanted to drop you a big thank you for looking after Barfi! He had such a blast at your place. Those pictures you sent were awesome, and the updates kept us in the loop. It really made our trip worry-free, knowing he was in good hands with you. Barfi clearly had a great time, and we appreciate you making him feel at home. We'd absolutely recommend you to anyone needing a dog sitter. Thanks a bunch for being awesome with our fur baby! Take care!”


Emily & Chase H.

“Emily and her family were wonderful with Daisy. They sent lots of photos and updates during her stay and were very attentive to her needs. We will definitely be asking them to watch Daisy again.”


Veronica B.


“Our dog, Tulip, was in great hands at Veronica's house while we were away. She was able to accommodate us for a long stay with relatively short advanced notice. We had a meet and greet with one of her pups beforehand and Tulip loved her big fenced in yard and the kiddie pools that were set up outside. You can tell that Veronica knows what she's doing when it comes to caring for dogs and she kept us updated regularly with texts, pictures, and videos, which we really appreciated. Tulip definitely enjoyed her stay and has been exhausted from the fun she had all week.”


Mikaela P.

“Mikaela is the absolute best!! We had a super fun and friendly meet and greet and I knew my Aussie, Nick would have a fab time. He loved her other 2 dogs and was treated like he was right at home! Mikaela was lovely to communicate with; super clear with details and sent me lots of adorable photos while I was away. Thank you Mikaela, Abby & Cecil for taking great care of my best buddy!! <3”


Lucas T.
“Lucas has been pet sitting since 2016. He is now 18 and able to have his own Rover account. We call Lucas the "dog whisperer"; he is so good with all dogs...big and small, young and older. He gives the pups lots of care, attention and love. We have had numerous families have our family watch their dogs, and Lucas has always been involved. He has his own vehicle and can drive for dog walking. He's an excellent student, kind young man and a HUGE DOG LOVER! Also, he loves taking care of cats too. He has taken care of our neighbors cats many times, as well as another family member. He knows the type of care the cats need to be taken care of. Highly Recommended!”


Alexa W.
About: I have had cats and dogs since I was a little girl. My love for animals has continued to be a staple in my life as I’ve gotten older. I have a golden retriever of my own who is the love of my life (other than my daughters and husband) lol! I have taken care of kittens/puppies to elder cats and dogs. Animals aren’t just animals in our house, they are family! I am currently working full time, but am looking to make side money to provide for my family. My hopes is that I maybe might be able to make this my full time job and stay home to raise my daughters! I work 2 minutes from home so I will never be far! I have a fenced in yard and a male golden retriever that loves to play and gets along with everyone! I can easily provide a crate if needed.. we also have baby gates blocking off each room if that would be preferred over a crate.


A T.

“I really Thank you for taking care of Romeo. For his size, he can be handful. He can get anxious, but seemed at ease at your place. You can count on me recommending your services. Thank you again.”


Micki K.


“The best experience I could have imagined. I was immediately relaxed after meeting Micki and her family. Communication was top-notch and I got sent the most beautiful pictures of my dog having the time of her life. In short, she maybe had a better vacation than I did. I was honestly concerned that she wouldn’t want to come back home with us-but luckily for us, she did. ?”


Jacob B.

“Emily and Jacob took such good care of our pup, Lucy! They went above and beyond all week with consistent updates. They took her for really fun outings and she loves their sweet pup, Gunner. Thank you both so much, I am relieved to know where Lucy will go every time we go out of town!”


Mary M.
“I highly recommend Mary as a dog caregiver. I’d be happy to leave my dogs in her care anytime. You and your dog have come to good fortune if she is watching your dog. I have known Mary more than 25 years. She is good person, and she is expert at taking care of and training dogs. She certainly has more than 10,000 hours taking care of dogs. She currently owns two very sweet Shetland sheep dogs she trained and cares for. They are playful and respectful of each other and other dogs and humans. She previously had two Australian Shepherds that lived to 13 and 14 years old. They were well behaved and great with people and other dogs.”


Jarett M.Star Sitter
“Jarett has helped take care of my dogs for the entire time I have known him (6 years). He is always ready to give my dogs some scratches and snuggles! He always makes sure my dogs are never put in harms way and will even lay on the floor with them when they are not feeling their best! He is a great care taker for animals!”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Houston.
Rover makes it easy to find Houston pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their 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 pet boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet boarding 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
