Pet Boarding in Startex
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Top rated Startex pet boarders
“Poppy spent Christmas and New Year with Alyssa and she had a great time! We appreciate Alyssa taking such great care of our girl, and will definitely book again!”
“Caroline was so kind and took great care of my pup! I will definitely use her services again!”
“Great experience! Fast communication was my favorite! Loved getting the picture updates once or twice daily as well. Would definitely recommend this sitter.”
“Julia is really sweet and took great care of my baby. I'll book her again without hesitation. Great communication and pictures to keep you informed.”
“12/10, Most definitely recommended. This was our second stay with Abita, the service stellar. My little fur baby is safe and happy in her care.”
“Kelly took wonderful care of Titian and kept me informed multiple times during her stay. I recommend you have Kelly, watch your furry friend when the need arises.”
“Michelle was great and our pup was so happy. We got pictures and videos every day. He was active and well loved the week he stayed with Michelle. We will for sure keep using this sitter!! I highly recommend putting your doggie in her care.”
“Joy is the best! Her home is spacious and sits on the prettiest, most lush land I’ve ever seen. It’s like our dog is going on a vacation when he stays with Joy.”
“Excellent, empathetic care for our two dogs, both of whom can be on the shy side. We are a repeat client and plan to continue requesting care from Angela and her family.”
“Shannon and Amanda are the ABSOLUTE BEST ! They love, love, love dogs, and you can tell that right from the beginning. They took the best possible care of my sweet Ellie that I think she was sad to come home. There is nobody better to leave your dog with. Your puppy will receive the most love ad care possible and imaginable. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST SITTER ON HERE ! PERIOD !!!!”
“Jared and his wife Ly are a God send! I had a family emergency and needed a sitter at the last minute for my rambunctious 10 year old Yorkie. They were able to accommodate me and my baby and even helped with his eye medication. They sent me pictures and videos along the way which really reassured me that my baby was in great hands. I am very thankful for them!”
“Matthew and Heidi were amazing and took great care of our pup. Very responsive, and incredibly kind when our pick-up time had to be adjusted. Would absolutely book with them again!”
“We found Anne on Rover when our other dog sitter cancelled at the last minute and we booked the stay for the next day. Anne's responses to our messages were prompt amd it was easy to get everything set up. Drop off and pick up were both seamless. While we were gone, Anne sent pictures of our dog each day. I would definitely recommend Anne and will definitely be booking with her again.”
“Julie is a great sitter! She's very caring and thoughtful for my and my cats needs. My cat loves her and is comfortable in her home, and I know he's well taken care of when I'm away.”
“I felt very comfortable leaving my lil Leila with Andrea She sent me adorable pics which made me very happy. She snuggled and loved my dog when I was gone. I will definitely use her again and recommend her to anyone in need of a pet sitter. Thank you Andrea!”
“Fred was really nervous when we got there, but Brandi made him feel right at home. She took excellent care of him, maybe even spoiled him a little 🩷 and she sent us lots of pictures and videos. He definitely had a good time away from home. Thank you so much for watching him!! I highly recommend Brandi to watch your pup!”
“Belinda and her husband were outstanding! Our mini bernedoodle, Charlie, loved playing with their dogs. She provided video and picture updates during his stay. Thank you!!!”
“Autumn was great. My pup was challenging the first night. Autumn stayed up late with her and made her comfortable. Then they were great freinds. She gave me updates and was honest which I really appreciated.”
“Chino was well taken care of while I was away. Chino is shy and when I picked her up she did not seem shy at all with them, especially with Shannon's lovely daughter. I would recommend her and she also has a privacy fence surrounding her backyard, which put me at ease also.I would definitely ask for her services again!”
About: I’m a responsible and trustworthy sitter who’s cared for all kinds of dogs—big, small, energetic, or shy. Breed doesn’t matter to me—I’ve walked and cared for them all with patience and love. Neighbors and families know they can count on me to show up, follow instructions, and keep their pets safe, happy, and loved while they’re away. I treat every pet like my own and always make sure they get the attention and care they need. I have lots of time to spend with your dogs! I look forward to meeting ur precious pup! Thank you so much for trusting me! I have a fenced backyard. The backyard has lots of space to let their energy out I award them for good behavior. Plenty of toys to play with too.
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Alyssa D.
“Poppy spent Christmas and New Year with Alyssa and she had a great time! We appreciate Alyssa taking such great care of our girl, and will definitely book again!”
Caroline B.
“Caroline was so kind and took great care of my pup! I will definitely use her services again!”
Jennifer B.
“Great experience! Fast communication was my favorite! Loved getting the picture updates once or twice daily as well. Would definitely recommend this sitter.”
Julia P.
“Julia is really sweet and took great care of my baby. I'll book her again without hesitation. Great communication and pictures to keep you informed.”
Abita G.
“12/10, Most definitely recommended. This was our second stay with Abita, the service stellar. My little fur baby is safe and happy in her care.”
Kelly E.Star Sitter
“Kelly took wonderful care of Titian and kept me informed multiple times during her stay. I recommend you have Kelly, watch your furry friend when the need arises.”
Michelle W.
Star Sitter
“Michelle was great and our pup was so happy. We got pictures and videos every day. He was active and well loved the week he stayed with Michelle. We will for sure keep using this sitter!! I highly recommend putting your doggie in her care.”
Joy F.Star Sitter
“Joy is the best! Her home is spacious and sits on the prettiest, most lush land I’ve ever seen. It’s like our dog is going on a vacation when he stays with Joy.”
Angela R.Star Sitter
“Excellent, empathetic care for our two dogs, both of whom can be on the shy side. We are a repeat client and plan to continue requesting care from Angela and her family.”
Shannon W.
“Shannon and Amanda are the ABSOLUTE BEST ! They love, love, love dogs, and you can tell that right from the beginning. They took the best possible care of my sweet Ellie that I think she was sad to come home. There is nobody better to leave your dog with. Your puppy will receive the most love ad care possible and imaginable. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST SITTER ON HERE ! PERIOD !!!!”
Jared M.Star Sitter
“Jared and his wife Ly are a God send! I had a family emergency and needed a sitter at the last minute for my rambunctious 10 year old Yorkie. They were able to accommodate me and my baby and even helped with his eye medication. They sent me pictures and videos along the way which really reassured me that my baby was in great hands. I am very thankful for them!”
Matthew & Heidi S.Star Sitter
“Matthew and Heidi were amazing and took great care of our pup. Very responsive, and incredibly kind when our pick-up time had to be adjusted. Would absolutely book with them again!”
Anne B.Star Sitter
“We found Anne on Rover when our other dog sitter cancelled at the last minute and we booked the stay for the next day. Anne's responses to our messages were prompt amd it was easy to get everything set up. Drop off and pick up were both seamless. While we were gone, Anne sent pictures of our dog each day. I would definitely recommend Anne and will definitely be booking with her again.”
Julie P.Star Sitter
“Julie is a great sitter! She's very caring and thoughtful for my and my cats needs. My cat loves her and is comfortable in her home, and I know he's well taken care of when I'm away.”
Andrea G.
“I felt very comfortable leaving my lil Leila with Andrea She sent me adorable pics which made me very happy. She snuggled and loved my dog when I was gone. I will definitely use her again and recommend her to anyone in need of a pet sitter. Thank you Andrea!”
Brandi W.
“Fred was really nervous when we got there, but Brandi made him feel right at home. She took excellent care of him, maybe even spoiled him a little 🩷 and she sent us lots of pictures and videos. He definitely had a good time away from home. Thank you so much for watching him!! I highly recommend Brandi to watch your pup!”
Belinda G.
“Belinda and her husband were outstanding! Our mini bernedoodle, Charlie, loved playing with their dogs. She provided video and picture updates during his stay. Thank you!!!”
Autumn E.Star Sitter
“Autumn was great. My pup was challenging the first night. Autumn stayed up late with her and made her comfortable. Then they were great freinds. She gave me updates and was honest which I really appreciated.”
Shannon W.
“Chino was well taken care of while I was away. Chino is shy and when I picked her up she did not seem shy at all with them, especially with Shannon's lovely daughter. I would recommend her and she also has a privacy fence surrounding her backyard, which put me at ease also.I would definitely ask for her services again!”
ZyMier W.
“ZyMier is the kind of person you can trust with your furry family members. He’s attentive, kind, and always keeps pets happy and safe. You won’t find anyone better!”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Startex.
Rover makes it easy to find Startex pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star 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 boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your 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 pet boarding 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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