Pet Boarding in Smithville

About: I have operated facilities with over 100 pets at a time. All breeds of dogs, cats and barnyard animals (pet goats and pigs). Expertise in feeding, medication and handling for special needs and required routines. Daycare play classes of 30 large dogs for 4+ hours a day were a normal job requirement. I have loved animals all my life and have had the opportunity to learn how to best care for them over the past 6 years. Pet care is my full-time job, I have steady clients but my schedule is negotiable. Feel free to reach out to work out a time if you don't see availability and I will see if I can accommodate. I have a .75 acre fenced in yard and two separate rooms in my home dedicated to fostering and pet care separation. I have 3 dogs (large German shepherd weimaraner mix, medium coonhound mountain cur mix, small Cavalier) and 2 cats. My dogs are all dog friendly and attend doggy daycare regularly but can be separated for all activities if it is your preference.

“Our dog Louie was comfortable from the first moment he ran around Denise's yard! This was first time we used Rover.com and we are extremely happy with the experience. Louie had all the comforts of home plus enjoyed interacting with the other dogs!”

Alissa B.

“Rusty was very well taken care of.”

Tom L.

“My dogs had the best time with Kateri and her husband. We got a lot of pictures, videos and updates throughout their visit; they even came home with report cards! They played a bunch with Masey, her dog and loved the walks and cuddle time. They were so tired and have slept since getting home. Thank you and we will definitely be back!”

Melissa B.

“Hasan was fantastic with Chip! He took great care of him and was easily willing to work with my changing schedule. My family and I took week trip down the beach and this was a great way to have Chip close by!!”

Heather H.

About: Rest assured your pet will feel safe and secure with my pet sitting and walks. Feedings, treats and snacks & freshwater will be provided & refilled as needed! 🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️ I'm currently working part-time, so I'll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I'm available for boarding on weekends, and weekdays, just call me and we’ll figure it out ☺️👍 ❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶 Welcome to Barks Family Pet Sitting! At Fur-Babies Retreat Family Pet Sitting , we understand the importance of your furr-babies family members. We treat your pups best friend with care and love just as if he/she was our own family! 🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️

“a life saver. I went out of town last minute and I so thankful for Jamal and his family opening their home to my babies! I could really tell that the dogs enjoyed themselves and it was really a vaca for them”

Candace M.

About: Dogs have been a part of our family our entire lives. We appreciate how family and friends have always watched our dogs while we're out of town, and have never felt comfortable with boarding shelters. We would like to offer a safe and quiet home for someone while they are out of town for their dog. We have a large fenced in yard, and a friendly dog of our own. We are available for overnight boarding at our house if you are out of town. We can accommodate any feeding and walking schedule your dog is familiar with. We have a very large fenced in yard for plenty of exercise. We have a crate we do not use but can set up if you prefer to crate train your dog. Our dog usually follow us around the house and lounges with us in whatever room we are in. We feed twice a day and always have a large water bowl out that we keep fresh.

“Callie loved her stay with Kristen! Kristen provided a safe and welcoming environment for my sometimes nervous little dog. She was very communicative and sent lots of photos and updates on our sweet girl. We highly recommend Kristen if you’re ever in the area and need someone to look after your furry little buddies. Thank you, Kristen!”

Melanie G.

“We can always trust our dog is in good hands with Olga. Olga cared for our dog as if he were her own. She followed all directions and sent lots of wonderful pictures. It’s good to know our dog also had fun on his own vacation while we were gone!”

Kenneth G.

“I couldn’t ask for a better experience. They were affectionate and caring. Sent updates with pictures during the stay which put our mind at ease. I highly recommend this wonderful couple!”

Sondra M.

“Stephanie was great with our cat. I was very relaxed while out of town knowing he was in her car. Highly recommend Stephanie for pet sitting needs.”

Micele M.

About: I’ve had interesting experiences with pets of my own, including birds, dogs, hamsters, and friendly cats. Experienced in self-training of dogs as well as birds. Now that I am in college, my schedule will be a little more school-based. While off from school I am home all day, available to care for pets for a majority of my time. Overnight care is fine as well I live in a good neighborhood with well trained and leashed dogs. Some friendly outdoor pet cats as well. A good aware community that checks on each other. Many different walking routes as well for dogs who enjoy long and short walks.

“I can’t recommend Jessica enough! She took such perfect care of our boy and we couldn’t be more grateful. We will be going back to Jessica every time we need a sitter!”

Sierra B.

“My dog Bruno was very happy. Andrew was attentive and kept me well informed how Bruno was doing. Definitely would use him again.”

Ciro B.

About: I have been taking care of dogs and cats since I was thirteen and always found it more of a passion than a chore. It didn’t matter if it was little things like just taking them out for walks or just stopping by to feed them. I have always enjoyed getting to be around animals and experience their personalities while making sure that they will have better time and security to just enjoy being them. I currently take online college courses and work from home with E-commerce leaving me with plenty of time to dedicate myself to you and your pets needs. Plenty of open space inside and out! In our home, we regularly like to keep a close eye on your pets and take joy in getting to play with and take care of other animals. My girlfriend and I both live together along with my mom and have two cats and one dog that are all extremely loving, so your pet will have plenty of company if wanted, and if they don’t do well with others, we have no problem separating them. I want to provide a comfortable experience so that you can be comfortable knowing you don’t have to worry about your fur baby and that they will always be safe. I regularly like to update you on how your pet is and what we are up to help make your time away from them easier. I promise word will always be my law with every step of the way of caring for your pet.

“Katie, John and their family were wonderful. Macie was so well taken care of we were afraid she wouldn’t want to come home!! They will be our go to Rover family from now on.”

Lisa P.

“I booked Blanca based on the excellent reviews and she didn't disappoint. Great home and family to watch our fur babies for 2 days. She took a lot of pictures and it was obvious they got a lot of loving.”

Louise B.

“Sarah was amazing and took great care of our dog, Ripley, while we were spending a weekend on LBI. She was super accommodating in scheduling the meet and greet, drop-off, and pick-up times. She was a also very responsive on the app and sent updates on how Ripley was doing throughout the weekend. I would highly recommend her and will reach out if we're ever in LBI again.”

Andrew Y.

About: I treat every pet like my own—learning their routines, quirks, and comfort zones and provide Extra Mile Service: Whether it’s a longer walk, extra playtime, or tidying up, I go above and beyond. Pet care is a natural part of my day—I plan my schedule around visits, walks, feeding times, and play. Whether it’s morning walks, midday check-ins, or evening cuddles, I make sure each pet gets the attention and care they’re used to. It’s not just a job; it’s part of my lifestyle and something I truly enjoy doing every day. In my home, I make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and part of the family. I keep a clean, pet-friendly space with plenty of playtime, walks, and quiet time as needed. I stick to their routines and keep stress levels low. When caring for pets in my clients’ homes, I respect their space and follow all instructions closely—feeding schedules, medications, walks, and routines. I keep pets comfortable in their familiar environment and give them the love and attention they’re used to while keeping owners updated with messages and photos.