Andrew F.
Andrew F.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your Dog’s New Favorite Sitter 🐾
I’ve been around dogs my entire life and spent 6 summers working as a competitive dog trainer, where I had the opportunity to work with dogs of all different personalities, breeds, and energy levels. That experience taught me how to read dogs, understand their individual needs, and build trust with them through patience, consistency, and plenty of positive reinforcement. I grew up with dogs in my family and have always loved how naturally friendly, loving, and fun they are to be around. Now that I live in Houston away from my friends, family, and the dogs I grew up with, Rover feels like the perfect way to bring dogs back into my life while giving owners peace of mind that their pets are in experienced, caring hands. Whether your dog wants a long walk, some playtime, lots of cuddles, or simply a comfortable companion while you’re away, I’d love to spend time with them!
Cat care experience
Andrew also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. My years of competitive dog training taught me how to read body language, recognize when a dog is uncomfortable or overstimulated, and adjust my approach to each dog’s personality and needs. I’ll follow your instructions closely, from feeding and medication routines to walks, house rules, and anything else that helps your dog feel at home. I also understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet and your home, so I’ll communicate consistently, provide updates while you’re away, and treat your space with the same care and respect I would my own. Most importantly, I want your dog to feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away and for you to have complete peace of mind knowing they’re in good hands.
Ratings and reviews
It was great working with Andrew, he came over before dog sitting to meet our pup and was very friendly. We also had a last minute change of plans and he was so nice and accommodating. I would highly recommend hiring Andrew, he was great to work with.
Andrew was an outstanding sitter. He watched Duke and Dutch while I was on a night shift making sure they were walked and fed. My dogs had a great time and enjoyed the company.
Andrew is a true dog lover! He is punctual and reliable. Rottie loves her walks with him.
Andrew has looked after my two cats many times over the last 5 years. They are always so happy to see him! He is kind, considerate and incredibly respectful. I would gladly recommend him to anyone looking for a pet sitter.
Andrew has been an animal lover his whole life! Growing up we always had dogs and he always took charge to ensure they were well taken care of and shown affection. Andrew worked as a dog trainer for many years while understanding the level of care these dogs required even after their training sessions. Andrew is a very responsible young adult and will ensure your pet is well taken care of if given the opportunity. I promise you will not be disappointed!
As a professional young dog trainer, I trusted Andrew to help train and care for many pups since he was 12 years old! He was reliable, patient, kind, caring, playful AND they loved him! Watching him grow into such an amazing, successful and responsible young man has been wonderful!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I work full-time in Houston, so I’m typically available for dog sitting, walks, and drop-ins during evenings and on weekends. My schedule can vary a bit depending on work, but I’m happy to plan ahead and coordinate around your dog’s routine. I’m especially interested in weekend stays and sitting opportunities, but I also have flexibility for evening walks and drop-ins when I’m in town. I travel occasionally, so I keep my availability calendar updated and will always communicate my schedule clearly in advance. I’m looking forward to filling my free time with some four-legged friends!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsAndrew can host up to 2 drop-ins per day