Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Shady Oaks, San Antonio, TX
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“Erica is a true Godsend! I had completely forgot to book her for our vacation and thank goodness she was available to help me. Not sure what I would have done! She’s great with our pups and they love her so much and her boys, it’s wonderful to see them so happy when we are away! We cannot thank them all enough 🥰”


“Andria was amazing!!! I had a few issues and last minute changes and she worked with me no matter what! it’s hard to leave my baby and I can tell how much fun he had with her. She definitely gave me a peace of mind and always sent pictures. I recommend her 100% if you want someone trustworthy and loving to your baby! Andria thank you again! will definitely be re booking”


“Morgen has been amazing watching my dog for the past month! She goes above and beyond whether it’s keeping me updated on my dog, or if something is happening in the neighborhood while gone! She truly cares and is passionate about taking care of animals!”


“Jessica fulfilled a last minute request for me to drop in on Bella. She was responsive and provided excellent service. She also provided several pictures. I would use her again!”


“I hired John to take care of my two Shih Tzus while I was away for training, and I was genuinely impressed. He went above and beyond sending lots of pictures and thorough updates after each visit, which I really looked forward to. It made being away from my pups so much easier, knowing they were in such good hands. What stood out the most was how at ease my dogs were with him. They looked happy, calm, and completely themselves in every photo. That kind of comfort doesn’t come easily with just anyone. John clearly connects with animals in a thoughtful and respectful way, and it showed in every interaction. I wouldn’t hesitate to book him again, and I truly appreciate the care he gave my girls. John, you rock!”


“I can't thank Jenny enough for the amazing care she gave to my cats while I was away! Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter. Thank you so much, Jenny!”



“Olive loves Genniver! She takes excellent care of Olive. She’s very dependable and communicative. This is the second time she’s cared for Olive, and I will use her again. She is my go-to. 😊💕”


“Courtney did an amazing job taking care of our dog, Smores, while we were away in Austin. She was incredibly accommodating and took the appointment on short notice, which we truly appreciated. Courtney even came over the night before to meet Smores, which gave us peace of mind. Her communication throughout was excellent, and she came over twice to let Smores out as planned. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely call on her again in the future. Highly recommend!”


“Rebecca went above and begin with my cat Bowie! She even configured a way for me to drop my keys off with her in a lockbox. And she cleaned his food bowl without being asked. Will 100% be using her again”


“Matthew is the best! The most communicative and caring sitter we’ve had. Our cats really like him and he take great care of them and our space. Highly recommend.”


“Wonderful caregivers! My GSD and kitty were pampered while I was out of town and I couldn’t have been more happy with who was in my home. Amazing service and will absolutely use again (:”


“Lizbeth seems very sweet and genuinely loves all my babies. Though they are shy I love that she at least attempts to get them out. Very much appreciated her and will be booking again”



“Julie took time to get to know our dogs and was able to help them adjust to a new schedule. She was "on time" all four visits and was quick with communication. Julie seems very experienced with a variety of dog types and ages.”


About: I’ve had two dogs for as long as I can remember, I love taking them for walks and just playing with them. I also watch my friend’s dogs when they go out of town and just love hanging out with the doggos. I'm a college student and work part-time at Dutch Bros, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to care for your pups! I’m reliable, responsible, and excited to spend quality time with your doggos. I care for other pets as if they were my own and respect my client’s homes. You can trust me to provide food/water, take them to go potty, and any other needs he/she requires.

About: I have always been an animal lover but I really started getting into taking care of animals in high school. My first job was at Country Friends Vet Clinic. During that time I got my CVA 1 certification(certified veterinary assistant) and I ended up working for them until I graduated high school(an amazing 2 1/2 years!). During my high school years I adopted two cockatiels named Ollie and Speckles. They became my bestest little friends. It was then that I realized I loved taking care of pets. My senior year of high school I also ended up adopting a Leopard Gecko I named Hikari! She loves watching top gun😂. I then moved out to college and got my Bachelor’s Degree while working as an Operating Room technician at Texas A&M Small Animal Hospital. I also recently(Nov. 2024) earned my RECOVER Basic Life Support Certification. It was in college that I got my first pup, Atreides. She was my soul dog and I loved her to bits. Three years later I adopted my Belgian Malinos, Azula, to give her a friend. I also found out that I love training dogs and so I spend most of my free time seeing what crazy things I can teach my pups! After Atreides passed, I adopted another German Shepherd in honor of her, a puppy named Ashoka. She is my little shadow and always makes sure I’m taken care of. All of this is to say I have tons of experience with high energy pups and I don’t forget the small animals! I am a full time college student so during the school year I might have a little more limited of a schedule but if I’m free I’ll definitely be able to swing by to check on your fur babies! I will also have more time on weekends to care for your pets. I am a big fan of always having something stimulating for your pet to do! Whether that is playing with toys, doing enrichment toys, or training basic obedience I like to make sure I am doing something exciting with your pet! With all that play I always remember to provide water in this Texas heat. While taking care of your fur babies I will feed, walk, play and clean up after them so you don’t have to worry when you are away! I also love exotics!(I have two cockatiels and a leopard gecko)
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Jennifer S.Star Sitter

“Quick to respond, available and prompt. Recommend even though it’ll likely mean I won’t have her in the future due to everyone asking for her.”


Erica D.Star Sitter

“Erica is a true Godsend! I had completely forgot to book her for our vacation and thank goodness she was available to help me. Not sure what I would have done! She’s great with our pups and they love her so much and her boys, it’s wonderful to see them so happy when we are away! We cannot thank them all enough 🥰”


Andria H.

“Andria was amazing!!! I had a few issues and last minute changes and she worked with me no matter what! it’s hard to leave my baby and I can tell how much fun he had with her. She definitely gave me a peace of mind and always sent pictures. I recommend her 100% if you want someone trustworthy and loving to your baby! Andria thank you again! will definitely be re booking”


Morgen R.Star Sitter

“Morgen has been amazing watching my dog for the past month! She goes above and beyond whether it’s keeping me updated on my dog, or if something is happening in the neighborhood while gone! She truly cares and is passionate about taking care of animals!”


Jessica H.

“Jessica fulfilled a last minute request for me to drop in on Bella. She was responsive and provided excellent service. She also provided several pictures. I would use her again!”


John M.Star Sitter

“I hired John to take care of my two Shih Tzus while I was away for training, and I was genuinely impressed. He went above and beyond sending lots of pictures and thorough updates after each visit, which I really looked forward to. It made being away from my pups so much easier, knowing they were in such good hands. What stood out the most was how at ease my dogs were with him. They looked happy, calm, and completely themselves in every photo. That kind of comfort doesn’t come easily with just anyone. John clearly connects with animals in a thoughtful and respectful way, and it showed in every interaction. I wouldn’t hesitate to book him again, and I truly appreciate the care he gave my girls. John, you rock!”


Jenny S.Star Sitter

“I can't thank Jenny enough for the amazing care she gave to my cats while I was away! Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter. Thank you so much, Jenny!”




Genniver S.Star Sitter

“Olive loves Genniver! She takes excellent care of Olive. She’s very dependable and communicative. This is the second time she’s cared for Olive, and I will use her again. She is my go-to. 😊💕”


Courtney R.Star Sitter

“Courtney did an amazing job taking care of our dog, Smores, while we were away in Austin. She was incredibly accommodating and took the appointment on short notice, which we truly appreciated. Courtney even came over the night before to meet Smores, which gave us peace of mind. Her communication throughout was excellent, and she came over twice to let Smores out as planned. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely call on her again in the future. Highly recommend!”


Hannah H.

“So thoughtful and thorough!”


Rebecca B.Star Sitter

“Rebecca went above and begin with my cat Bowie! She even configured a way for me to drop my keys off with her in a lockbox. And she cleaned his food bowl without being asked. Will 100% be using her again”


Matthew R.

“Matthew is the best! The most communicative and caring sitter we’ve had. Our cats really like him and he take great care of them and our space. Highly recommend.”


Adrianne M.Star Sitter

“Wonderful caregivers! My GSD and kitty were pampered while I was out of town and I couldn’t have been more happy with who was in my home. Amazing service and will absolutely use again (:”


Delta W.Star Sitter

“Delta is a wonderful sitter and my dogs loved her. She took such great care of them while I was out of town. I would highly recommend her.”


Lizbeth L.Star Sitter

“Lizbeth seems very sweet and genuinely loves all my babies. Though they are shy I love that she at least attempts to get them out. Very much appreciated her and will be booking again”


Monica G.

“Monica is great with our timid yet hyper rescue pup! Always sends pictures and videos. Very prompt, respectful and trustworthy. We are a repeat client!!”


Katherine V.Star Sitter

“Katherine and Sudeep took great care of our cats while we were away. They provided thorough updates and made sure everything was handled! Thank you!”




Julie W.Star Sitter

“Julie took time to get to know our dogs and was able to help them adjust to a new schedule. She was "on time" all four visits and was quick with communication. Julie seems very experienced with a variety of dog types and ages.”


Amelia C.
About: I’ve had two dogs for as long as I can remember, I love taking them for walks and just playing with them. I also watch my friend’s dogs when they go out of town and just love hanging out with the doggos. I'm a college student and work part-time at Dutch Bros, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to care for your pups! I’m reliable, responsible, and excited to spend quality time with your doggos. I care for other pets as if they were my own and respect my client’s homes. You can trust me to provide food/water, take them to go potty, and any other needs he/she requires.


Mikelah W.
“Mikelah is an exceptional person with a loving and kind heart for pets. I have worked alongside her for the past two years and have known her for over 10 years prior to that. She possesses great integrity! You will not need to worry about you furry family member while they are being cared for by her! She is someone I would trust with my own pets who are family to me!”
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Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Shady Oaks.
Rover makes it easy to find Shady Oaks pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet 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 sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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