House Sitting in River Oaks, Houston, TX
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Top rated River Oaks house sitters
“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 IS THE BEST!! We trust her wholeheartedly with our girl. She takes Swiff on a so many good walks and just keeps her company while we are gone. We can’t wait to have her again! :)”
“Always a great time my babies have with Albert. He ea extremely communicative and sending notes, videos and pictures. Always takes care of my dogs extremely well.”
“Bailey took great care of my dog! She sent lots of pictures, was great at communicating with me the whole time she was watching her and also kept me updated on how she was doing especially since my dog just got out of the emergency vet right before I left for my vacation. I would definitely have Bailey watch my dog again and highly recommend her!”
“Ashley took great care of our two dogs- Boston Terrier and Great Dane. One dog had a stomach bug, and she was great about giving us updates on his recovery and provided pictures all during the stay. I have already booked her again for an upcoming trip.”
“Jackie is absolutely phenomenal—I cannot recommend her highly enough! My dog lovvvveedddd her and her dog, Coco (which is saying a lot, because my dog usually doesn’t like other dogs). Jackie is incredibly organized and accommodating. I felt completely at ease leaving Roo in her care while we traveled abroad, even with Roo’s medical needs. She sent us daily pictures and was always communicative. We loved her and will 100% be reaching out again in the future!”
About: As a lifelong animal lover with over 5 years of hands-on experience, I’ve cared for dogs and cats of all sizes, temperaments, and energy levels. From daily walks and medication routines to overnight stays and puppy training, I make sure every pet feels safe, loved, and right at home. I treat every animal like they’re part of my own family and I’m always happy to send updates and photos so you can relax while you’re away. Pet care is a natural and fulfilling part of my daily life. I build my schedule around the needs of the pets I care for—whether that means morning walks, afternoon play sessions, or evening drop-ins. As a reliable and organized sitter, I make sure each pet gets consistent attention, care, and affection. I also leave space in my routine for flexibility, so I’m able to accommodate last-minute requests or spend extra time with pets who need a little more love and patience. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I’m respectful of their space and follow all instructions carefully—whether it’s meal portions, medication, litter box or potty breaks, or house routines like bringing in mail or watering plants. I treat each home with professionalism and leave it just as I found it. Most importantly, I prioritize the pet’s comfort and safety, keeping them happy and stress-free until their family returns.
“Johanna is AMAZING! She took such great care of our Arlo (cat) and our home. Left our home in better condition than we had left it. We had an abundance of updates and pictures. We felt such relief and were able to relax during our time away, knowing Arlo was in the best hands. Johanna is a keeper and will rebook again in the future!”
“Daniele is so amazing with our cat Zeus! She is a self-proclaimed “crazy cat lady” and it shows because when we got home Zeus was clearly very well cared for and in a great mood considering we had been gone for over a week. She understands how to care for cats and gave our Zeusy everything he wanted or needed while we were away!”
“Amazing dog-sitter, unselfish, goes above and beyond, loves animals (my dog, at least). I am VERY thankful for having Timothy be my dog-sitter for 5-6 days. I am almost worried my dog will leave me for him haha…💯”
“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.”
“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.”
“Dani was excellent with my pets. I received daily updates and photos from her. I have already booked her for future dates. I highly recommend her to help you with your pets.”
“Just awesome. So attentive and communicative for nervous dog parents who were travelling abroad while their pup was recovering from a pneumonia. Cant recommend enough!!!”
“Heaven did a good job having to watch 3 pups and deal with hurricane Beryl knocking out the power while I was away internationally. We had very specific instructions for each dog individually and she did well to follow each carefully. I would book with her again and again! 👍🏾 😊”
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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 IS THE BEST!! We trust her wholeheartedly with our girl. She takes Swiff on a so many good walks and just keeps her company while we are gone. We can’t wait to have her again! :)”
Albert G.Star Sitter
“Always a great time my babies have with Albert. He ea extremely communicative and sending notes, videos and pictures. Always takes care of my dogs extremely well.”
Bailey T.
“Bailey took great care of my dog! She sent lots of pictures, was great at communicating with me the whole time she was watching her and also kept me updated on how she was doing especially since my dog just got out of the emergency vet right before I left for my vacation. I would definitely have Bailey watch my dog again and highly recommend her!”
Ashley A.
Star Sitter
“Ashley took great care of our two dogs- Boston Terrier and Great Dane. One dog had a stomach bug, and she was great about giving us updates on his recovery and provided pictures all during the stay. I have already booked her again for an upcoming trip.”
Jacquelyn N.Star Sitter
“Jackie is absolutely phenomenal—I cannot recommend her highly enough! My dog lovvvveedddd her and her dog, Coco (which is saying a lot, because my dog usually doesn’t like other dogs). Jackie is incredibly organized and accommodating. I felt completely at ease leaving Roo in her care while we traveled abroad, even with Roo’s medical needs. She sent us daily pictures and was always communicative. We loved her and will 100% be reaching out again in the future!”
Bryan M.
“Bryan is an outstanding pet caregiver whose dedication and compassion are truly unmatched. His genuine love for animals is evident in every interaction—he’s patient, attentive, and incredibly gentle. Bryan goes the extra mile to ensure pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved at all times. He’s also incredibly dependable and professional. I wholeheartedly recommend Bryan to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and skilled pet sitter.”
Johanna B.
“Johanna is AMAZING! She took such great care of our Arlo (cat) and our home. Left our home in better condition than we had left it. We had an abundance of updates and pictures. We felt such relief and were able to relax during our time away, knowing Arlo was in the best hands. Johanna is a keeper and will rebook again in the future!”
Daniele M.Star Sitter
“Daniele is so amazing with our cat Zeus! She is a self-proclaimed “crazy cat lady” and it shows because when we got home Zeus was clearly very well cared for and in a great mood considering we had been gone for over a week. She understands how to care for cats and gave our Zeusy everything he wanted or needed while we were away!”
Timothy G.Star Sitter
“Amazing dog-sitter, unselfish, goes above and beyond, loves animals (my dog, at least). I am VERY thankful for having Timothy be my dog-sitter for 5-6 days. I am almost worried my dog will leave me for him haha…💯”
Erika F.Star Sitter
“Erika was amazing. She spent the whole day with Lucky and took really good care of her. She arrived on time. Thank you for taking care of my baby.”
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.”
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.”
Roxana B.
“Amazing care of my dog! Highly recommend!”
Dani A.Star Sitter
“Dani was excellent with my pets. I received daily updates and photos from her. I have already booked her for future dates. I highly recommend her to help you with your pets.”
Jayla M.
“Jayla was wonderful house sitting my dog. Left the place spotless as well. Will definitely use her again.”
Elizabeth S.Star Sitter
“Just awesome. So attentive and communicative for nervous dog parents who were travelling abroad while their pup was recovering from a pneumonia. Cant recommend enough!!!”
Laura E.
“We had a last minute cancellation from our usual sitter and Laura was a lifesaver. She was so sweet, very communicative, and very attentive. We will be using again!”
Heaven S.Star Sitter
“Heaven did a good job having to watch 3 pups and deal with hurricane Beryl knocking out the power while I was away internationally. We had very specific instructions for each dog individually and she did well to follow each carefully. I would book with her again and 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!”
River Oaks pet parents share their Rover experiences
It was amazing when June came over for the meet and greet. Our terribly shy dog went right up and started nuzzling June. Honestly, I’ve not seen her do that in the 9 years she’s been alive. June was fantastic. Will not hesitate to have June take care of my babies in the future. Thanks for caring for our girls June!
Paula was amazing!! I was able to book her very last minute for 5 days! She was professional and took such good care of my fur baby. She sent multiple pictures of my dog every day, and kept in frequent contact with me. She respected my house and treated my dog like her own. Don’t hesitate in booking Paula!
Adolfo did an amazing job watching our senior dog, Chloe. He stayed at our house and when we came back the house was clean and our pup was well taken care of. From medication, loves and making sure she got her walks, I felt super great leaving her in his hands. We were in a pinch and needed a short notice sitter- and Adolfo did not disappoint!! We will def book again!
Ina (preferred name Katie) was AWESOME! She watched our two opinionated pups for a week while we were out of town. During the first few days, one of our dogs came down with an illness that required medical attention and treatment. She took her to the vet multiple times, kept us updated on everything, administered medication, and loved on her while we couldn’t be there for her. We were so grateful Katie was there and handled everything perfectly! She also left our house in immaculate condition. Highly, HIGHLY recommend her!
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!
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!
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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
House Sitting FAQs
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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