House Sitting in River Oaks, Houston
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“Albert was fantastic, he was extremely reliable and maintained great communication. He sent pictures and updates daily to let us know that things were going well. The animals were very happy when we returned! We were so please that we have already booked again!”
“Daniel was amazing and treated my pup with a lot of love. She has high anxiety and needs constant attention and he supplied it! He gave me multiple updates and a lot of photos throughout the day. I will be using him again soon and highly recommend him.”
“Travis went above and beyond while watching my babies. You can tell that he loves dogs and enjoys watching them. Communicated very well and and sent lots of pictures with his updates. 10/10 experience!”
“Penny single-handedly saved our Thanksgiving yesterday. She stayed at our house with our sweet Jackson for the entire day, so we could go be with our family without worrying about him being home alone and sad. He was happy when she arrived and he was still happy when he called it a night. Penny was wonderful about communicating with us throughout the day, including sending several pictures to reassure us even more that our boy was having a great time. We will definitely be using her for future pet-sitting needs!!”
“I have never had such a good experience with a sitter in my life. I’ve had over five dogs and four cats in my lifetime and I’ve done you forwarded by the services actually provided for me and my fur children. Don’t think, just book Ashley!!!!!!!”
“Joel was great! Very kind, and my dogs took to him immediately. He was prompt and through with service. Will be booking with him again.”
About: Hi, I’m Tim— Houston Engineer by day and pet aficionado by night. A reliable, attentive, and compassionate pet care provider who works from home full-time. This allows me to offer a high level of supervision and flexibility throughout the day, making sure your dog is never left alone for long periods. I have experience with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments—including seniors, puppies, and those with medical or behavioral needs. Whether your pet is staying with me for boarding, enjoying a walk, or just dropping in for a quick visit, I approach each interaction with patience, consistency, and a genuine love for animals. Because I work from home, I can maintain a structured daily routine with regular potty breaks, meals, walks, and one-on-one attention. My calm, pet-friendly home environment is ideal for dogs who benefit from consistency and a low-stress atmosphere. I’m happy to follow any special instructions you provide, and I’ll keep you updated with regular check-ins and photos so you always know how your pup is doing. I take pride in providing safe, personalized care—so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. Because I work from home, I offer flexible scheduling, consistent routines, and extra attention when your pet needs it most. Whether it’s structured play, quiet companionship, or practicing sit-and-stay, your pet gets personalized care and professional support every time. For pets staying with me, I offer a calm, pet-friendly space where they get one-on-one attention and structured play. I keep the environment clean, safe, and tailored to their needs—whether they’re a high-energy pup who loves fetch or a senior dog who just wants a cozy bed and quiet company.
“Selen is extremely professional and thorough. My pup loves her! She treats my house with respect and care. She is very reliable and will continue booking pet sitting with her! She’s amazing!!”
“Heaven was incredible as always! She took amazing care of all 3 of the girls, which is no cake walk. I could tell they were all well cared for and looked forward to the daily pictures. Seeing how excited Taffy is to see Heaven warms my heart, and Grace’s girls love her just as much. Can’t recommend Heaven enough!!”
“Erika accommodated our last minute need for a housesitter and got along with our big dog and fluffy cat right away! She was great about sending updates and seemed to enjoy her time with our fur babies as much as they enjoyed their time with her. We will happily have her back next time we travel.”
“Laura put my mind at ease as I was leaving my pup for the first time! She provided my dog and cat with great care and gave updates throughout her stay.”
“I wish we had Dani in our lives much earlier! She is a dog whisperer and was very communicative with us while we were away. She sent pictures and videos of our fur baby and let us know how he was doing each day. We were really able to enjoy our vacation because we knew Louie was in good hands! She is loving with the animals and was respectful of our home! We couldn't ask for more and appreciate her service very much.”
“Amazing care of my dog! Highly recommend!”
“Thank you Johanna for loving on our pups while we were away. The communication was strong the entirety of our trip, and though she didn’t stay the night, she made sure to walk them enough so they were good to go. We look forward to our next booking!”
“Lidia was perfect for my 3 weeks away in Asia. I have a senior Shih tzu and need someone who can stay in my house so that it is most comfortable for my aging dog. Lidia sent me photos and videos almost daily and my sweet Lulu looked so happy with her temporary mom that she became Lulu’s step mama! Lidia also has a small senior dog that stayed over and kept Lulu company. The two of them together were adorable. I will continue booking Lidia. She was more than what I imagined. My time away was completely stress free knowing my baby was happy and cared for.”
“Elizabeth was great. She kept me informed about how my dog was doing and sent pictures regularly. She also took great care of my house, which was appreciated. I had to hire her last minute which can be stressful, but she put us at ease right away.”
About: I take care of peoples pets all the time. It is a joy for me to be around animals and watch over them. I would love for you to trust me with their care for a period of time! I am flexible on days that are not Wednesday or Friday. I am a personal trainer and have obligations at a fitness studio on these days. I care for pets as instructed. I will always follow the notes provided. I am a tidy person so I like to leave everything how I found it in a environment.
“Nandini was wonderful, she took good care of our dog, Kulfi. She took him out, petted him and played with him. Kulfi was happy which is very reassuring for us. We would highly recommend Nandini for anyone looking for reliable and caring sitter. We will definitely be booking her again.”
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Albert G.Star Sitter
“Albert was fantastic, he was extremely reliable and maintained great communication. He sent pictures and updates daily to let us know that things were going well. The animals were very happy when we returned! We were so please that we have already booked again!”
Daniel H.Star Sitter
“Daniel was amazing and treated my pup with a lot of love. She has high anxiety and needs constant attention and he supplied it! He gave me multiple updates and a lot of photos throughout the day. I will be using him again soon and highly recommend him.”
Travis B.Star Sitter
“Travis went above and beyond while watching my babies. You can tell that he loves dogs and enjoys watching them. Communicated very well and and sent lots of pictures with his updates. 10/10 experience!”
Penny G.Star Sitter
“Penny single-handedly saved our Thanksgiving yesterday. She stayed at our house with our sweet Jackson for the entire day, so we could go be with our family without worrying about him being home alone and sad. He was happy when she arrived and he was still happy when he called it a night. Penny was wonderful about communicating with us throughout the day, including sending several pictures to reassure us even more that our boy was having a great time. We will definitely be using her for future pet-sitting needs!!”
Ashley A.
Star Sitter
“I have never had such a good experience with a sitter in my life. I’ve had over five dogs and four cats in my lifetime and I’ve done you forwarded by the services actually provided for me and my fur children. Don’t think, just book Ashley!!!!!!!”
joel r.
“Joel was great! Very kind, and my dogs took to him immediately. He was prompt and through with service. Will be booking with him again.”
Timothy G.Star Sitter
About: Hi, I’m Tim— Houston Engineer by day and pet aficionado by night. A reliable, attentive, and compassionate pet care provider who works from home full-time. This allows me to offer a high level of supervision and flexibility throughout the day, making sure your dog is never left alone for long periods. I have experience with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments—including seniors, puppies, and those with medical or behavioral needs. Whether your pet is staying with me for boarding, enjoying a walk, or just dropping in for a quick visit, I approach each interaction with patience, consistency, and a genuine love for animals. Because I work from home, I can maintain a structured daily routine with regular potty breaks, meals, walks, and one-on-one attention. My calm, pet-friendly home environment is ideal for dogs who benefit from consistency and a low-stress atmosphere. I’m happy to follow any special instructions you provide, and I’ll keep you updated with regular check-ins and photos so you always know how your pup is doing. I take pride in providing safe, personalized care—so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. Because I work from home, I offer flexible scheduling, consistent routines, and extra attention when your pet needs it most. Whether it’s structured play, quiet companionship, or practicing sit-and-stay, your pet gets personalized care and professional support every time. For pets staying with me, I offer a calm, pet-friendly space where they get one-on-one attention and structured play. I keep the environment clean, safe, and tailored to their needs—whether they’re a high-energy pup who loves fetch or a senior dog who just wants a cozy bed and quiet company.
Selen E.Star Sitter
“Selen is extremely professional and thorough. My pup loves her! She treats my house with respect and care. She is very reliable and will continue booking pet sitting with her! She’s amazing!!”
Heaven S.
“Heaven was incredible as always! She took amazing care of all 3 of the girls, which is no cake walk. I could tell they were all well cared for and looked forward to the daily pictures. Seeing how excited Taffy is to see Heaven warms my heart, and Grace’s girls love her just as much. Can’t recommend Heaven enough!!”
Erika F.Star Sitter
“Erika accommodated our last minute need for a housesitter and got along with our big dog and fluffy cat right away! She was great about sending updates and seemed to enjoy her time with our fur babies as much as they enjoyed their time with her. We will happily have her back next time we travel.”
Laura E.
“Laura put my mind at ease as I was leaving my pup for the first time! She provided my dog and cat with great care and gave updates throughout her stay.”
Dani A.Star Sitter
“I wish we had Dani in our lives much earlier! She is a dog whisperer and was very communicative with us while we were away. She sent pictures and videos of our fur baby and let us know how he was doing each day. We were really able to enjoy our vacation because we knew Louie was in good hands! She is loving with the animals and was respectful of our home! We couldn't ask for more and appreciate her service very much.”
Roxana B.
“Amazing care of my dog! Highly recommend!”
Johanna B.Star Sitter
“Thank you Johanna for loving on our pups while we were away. The communication was strong the entirety of our trip, and though she didn’t stay the night, she made sure to walk them enough so they were good to go. We look forward to our next booking!”
Lidia A.Star Sitter
“Lidia was perfect for my 3 weeks away in Asia. I have a senior Shih tzu and need someone who can stay in my house so that it is most comfortable for my aging dog. Lidia sent me photos and videos almost daily and my sweet Lulu looked so happy with her temporary mom that she became Lulu’s step mama! Lidia also has a small senior dog that stayed over and kept Lulu company. The two of them together were adorable. I will continue booking Lidia. She was more than what I imagined. My time away was completely stress free knowing my baby was happy and cared for.”
Elizabeth S.Star Sitter
“Elizabeth was great. She kept me informed about how my dog was doing and sent pictures regularly. She also took great care of my house, which was appreciated. I had to hire her last minute which can be stressful, but she put us at ease right away.”
Holden L.
“Holden has watched my dogs on mutliple occasions when I have gone out of the country and has always done a fantastic job. They get excited to see him when he comes to stay!”
Nandini M.
“Nandini was wonderful, she took good care of our dog, Kulfi. She took him out, petted him and played with him. Kulfi was happy which is very reassuring for us. We would highly recommend Nandini for anyone looking for reliable and caring sitter. We will definitely be booking her again.”
Casandra C.
“Casandra took good care of Bruno and kept in touch thru out the stay with updates. This is the first time I used her service and will repeat. Thanks!”
Jayla M.
“Jayla was so good with my little guys and they absolutely loved her!”
River Oaks pet parents share their Rover experiences
Can’t say enough good things, Angelica is a fantastic dog sitter! She was very communicative, sent frequent updates about my pup, and had no problem taking care of her ear infection when I was away. I could tell from the pictures and when I got home that Markley was relaxed and happy with Angelica taking care of her. Highly recommend Angelica!
Emily was great with Tucker and Coco! Thorough in communication, sent pics & gave them lots of love. Will absolutely be booking again!!
Laura was incredible. She took excellent care of Izzy and our home while also sending regular updates. We are looking forward to using Laura again in the future!
Nandini is great! She took care of my dog, Sirius, for a few days while I was out of town. She was super communicative and sent me updates throughout the day. Not to mention that my dog absolutely loves her! I doubt Sirius even noticed I was gone because she did such a good job caring for him. I returned to a happy and healthy pup - I would recommend Nandini any day!
Albert is the best. Always that I'm going out of the city, he takes care of my babies and he is always extremely attentive and checking with me on the day to day.
Another great experience with Dani! Ellie well cared for & soothed during a storm. Kept Ellie in her routine. Respected our home & cleaned up after herself. See you again soon Dani!
Hannah took great care of our dog and our house! Her updates were consistent and positive. We’d definitely hire her again!
Penny was awsome with all our furry friends! She was flexible and easy to work with and I knew everyone, and our home, was in good hands. She communicated well and kept us informed with some cute pics. She even stepped in and helped us out an extra day when we decided on a last minute excursion. I highly recommend.
Aiskel was awesome with our two babies. She watched our dogs for four days over the 4th of July weekend. She sent pictures and videos and updated us on a regular basis. The dogs were well taken care of! We will use Aiskel again and again! I highly recommend her.
Jeanett was absolutely amazing. My pup absolutely adores her. She took him on plenty of walk and provided me with many updates and pictures throughout my trip. I would definitely recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter and will definitely book with her in the future!
Lidia was great and took excellent care of my 2 dogs while we were away for 2 weeks. I got plenty of updates and communication along the way, and the dogs were happy and healthy upon my return! She was super flexible and jumped in last minute for this booking which is also appreciated. Would definitely love to have her watch them again.
Elizabeth was so thoughtful, kind, and communicative throughout her stay with my pup. Highly recommend!
Elysia was the perfect sitter for our three babies. She communicated with us throughout the entire day and really made us feel safe about leaving our girls with her. What a gift to find a sitter that fits with your pups routine so well. We truly appreciate it. Would recommend Elysia 10/10!!
Jessica did such a great job with my dog Xavi. It was my first time leaving Xavi with a sitter and she was just so wonderful. My dog got his needed walks and meals right on schedule and I was sent video and text updates on how he was doing and when he went to the bathroom! I came back home to such a happy pup and Jessica even went the extra mile of bringing Xavi a toy to play with. She went above and beyond for my dog and he really liked her company! I will definitely be booking her again.
Lucie was such an incredible sitter for my cat and provided excellent daily updates to keep me informed. I always miss my cat so much when I leave him but I knew he was being treated so well and the pictures I got were fabulous! Will definitely be using Lucie again. Highly recommend!
Robin was amazing with our dogs! Quinn and Arlo loved her and we felt so comfortable leaving her with our pups! We felt that they were in great hands and we loved the picture updates! 🐾❤️
First time having a sitter at my apartment and it was great. Crystal kept me updated the entire time and sent me pictures of my baby during my entire vacation
Alexander took excellent care of our fur babies! He was very responsive and sent pics every day. We will definitely think of him when we need a house sitter.
Ina was very flexible, communicative, and ensured the wellbeing of my pups through and through by making sure I was in the know with everything. I loved having her as a sitter and would love to use her services in the future. Thank you Ina!
Marianne is absolutely amazing with our two dogs. She always goes above and beyond with them, even giving them a bath and picking up our yard while we were gone. Our boys love when she stays with them, and we always come back to very happy, very relaxed pups! 🥰 highly, highly recommend her!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in River Oaks is $50
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Sitters in River Oaks average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in River Oaks on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 94% of River Oaks house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in River Oaks have an average of 11 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in River Oaks.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. River Oaks house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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