Personalized care for your dog or cat - Lake San Marcos
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Lake San Marcos
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Hi! Sophie's stay with Kurt and family was AWESOME! The last time I took Sophie to a sitter (someone else) she came back a totally crazed wild dog that I did not recognize. This time Sophie came home a calm, well behaved, well adjusted normal dog. She was very well taken care of and she will hopefully stay there again. ”
“Shilpa and her family were amazing! They took such great care of Milton while we were away. He was completely spoiled over there and had the best time. They also sent a lot of pictures of him, so my kids were able to see how much fun he was having too! I will definitely try to use them for our next getaway.”
“Erica and Felipe are great sitters! Very responsive and flexible with a great space for all of their pups, and they take good care of my girl when I'm out of town. :)”
“May and Marc are absolutely fabulous! Winston loved his stay, and the picture updates and messages made us feel 💯 assured he was in good care. Just booked several more stays for Winston to cover our summer travel! 🐶🤗🥰”
“Sue and Dick were great with Speckle. They sent pictures and little updates daily which was much appreciated. We’ve already booked our next boarding appointment. Thanks again.”
“Kimberly always takes the best care of Luna, is so communicative, and always sends the sweetest pictures so we know that Luna is having the best time. So thankful for you, Kimberly!!”
“Michele is the best dog sitter! I could tell they were well taken care of by her and she gave them lots of love! She sent pictures every day and they looked so happy. I will definitely use her the next time I go out of town!”
“Matt and Kathryn are absolutely wonderful with our dogs. Never, in all our years of being pet owners, have we taken a vacation without our animals. But we just got back from a week abroad without any concerns for our pups because we knew they were in the very best care. Our dogs miss Matt and Kathryn and their dogs when they go too long between visits. It's so cute to see them get excited when we arrive. Can't recommend them enough.”
“Michelle and Steve are amazing, and Gordon has a blast when he goes to stay. We are especially grateful for Michelle’s experience, the extra care she brings when looking after Gordon, and the great communication. Thank you so much!!!”
“Maya was amazing and showed my senior so much affection and care! Hayden felt right at home, and we will definitely be rebooking next time. I appreciated all the photos, and felt confident my dog was in a safe and happy home :) Thank you!!”
“Sierra is amazing, Charlie loves her and her family like his own. He has bad separation anxiety but felt instantly at home over there. I never have to worry about Charlie when I leave him with her. Will always book with Sierra when going on trips. Thank you so much”
“Kimberly is awesome! She great care of Wee Wee and even helped "trick" my food finicky dog into eating her food. I love that she has friendly small pups of her own and a solid routine. Will definitely book again!”
“Brianna and Charles took in our fur baby for 3 weeks! We felt so badly leaving her for so long but felt very comfortable leaving her with them. They are wonderful and loving. They sent us photos, gave her meds every day, and reassured us our girl was doing well. We are so grateful for them.”
“Angie was wonderful with my dog Beaux. He is massive, likes lots of attention, and even has some quirks. Angie and her family welcomed Beaux like he was one of their own and I got several photos of him having an absolute BLAST. I don’t have enough good things to say about this experience. ❤️”
“Lori was great in multiple ways. She welcomed Coaster in and made him a part of the pack. We got lots of photos and updates every day, so we knew he was doing well. Large, fenced property for exploring and playing. Our travel plans changed while we were away, and she was flexible enough to extend Coaster's stay by several days, including feeding him her own food after ours ran out. I'm sure he'll love to go back. From our home, she's a little out of the way, but it's more than worth it. We're grateful.”
“Jocelyn was a great sitter! She was very responsive when it came to communication and appreciated that she asked before treating my dog to a pup cup. Would def book again!”
Over 4.1 million dogs curled up for a sleepover in a sitter's home on Rover1
Cat caregivers near you - Lake San Marcos
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Angela did a great job with my cat! She came to check on him when I was out of town, she was right on time, followed all my care instructions perfectly, played with him, gave me updates, and sent me pictures. I would definitely rebook!”
“Adriana is fantastic! She takes such wonderful care of Ginger, and I couldn't ask for a better sitter/walker. She is reliable, attentive, and genuinely loves working with dogs. I always have complete peace of mind knowing Ginger is in her hands. I highly recommend Adrianna to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy pet sitter!”
“Kati is fantastic! She has a good head on her shoulders and knows the right thing to do without any fuss, but also follows all directions given. We will be booking with her again!”
About: Before having my own cats, I didn’t know how I felt about them but now that I have them- I could never imagine a life without them. I am a proud cat owner & would love to be able to meet and care for yours:)
“Eric was reliable, flexible, thorough, patient and kind. The daily communications and photos were very comforting for me. He went above and beyond expectations. Very grateful. Would gladly use him again.”
“Cassie did a great job caring for our cats. She was reliable and had strong communication. When our original sitter had to cancel at the last minute, Cassie reassured us that she could step in to help, which greatly eased our worries. She followed the care instructions well, and we were glad we could rely on her. We would definitely book her again and highly recommend Cassie for your pet care needs!”
“Africa was great with the girls, she kept us updated on how each of them were doing and they were all doing great upon our return. Our cats can take a while to warm up to some people so we’re very appreciative!”
“Marin was an outstanding cat sitter! She took wonderful care of our cat while we were away for a few weeks and gave me complete peace of mind. She was reliable, communicative, and sent regular updates with photos after each visit, which I really appreciated. When we got home, our cat was happy, relaxed, and well cared for. I highly recommend Marin to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable pet sitter. I would absolutely book her again!”
“Vanessa takes amazing care of our two cats. She is great at communicating to us and we love leaving them in her care because we don’t have to worry when we’re gone. We will definitely have Vanessa watch them again.”
“I’m so grateful for the care and attention our cats received! The updates were detailed and reassuring, and it was clear that my cats were in great hands. Lots of entertainments! I really appreciated the thoughtful notes and photos. It means so much to know they were happy and well cared for while I was away. Highly recommend!”
About: Since I was young I been surrounded by cats, I grew up with one and I care for several currently. I’m absolutely obsessed with cats and will ensure that your fur baby is well taken care of and happy. I love to take pics of them as well so be prepared for some adorable photo shoots. I’ve been cleaning litter boxes pretty much my whole life so I’m a pro now. If you need a passionate caregiver who will love on your cat so much that they won’t even notice you’re gone, then please reach out. Thanks!
“Lindsay is great! She was very communicative and asked clarifying questions when needed, sent over lots of pictures and our cats were comfortable with her right away. Recommend!”
“Erin went above and beyond. She dropped in to take care of my two cats for 9 days while I was out of town. She was trustworthy, caring, professional, and communicated like a pro. Will book again!”
“We weren’t sure what to expect since Anikka is newer on Rober but she was a great sitter for our fur babies! We appreciated the easy communication and the photo updates, they had a wonderful time with her. We have one dog who is senior and needs a little extra love and she took great care of him. She took our other dog to the park near our house which she loves. Would definitely use her again!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Lake San Marcos
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“We brought our puppy Knox over for doggie day care with Carrie to prepare him for some upcoming overnights. He had such a great time and Carrie sent us wonderful pictures. We know he’ll be safe and we’ll cared for when he comes for his overnight visits.”
“Michele was great! Our dogs loved her & we felt comfortable leaving both our pups in her hands for the day. She followed directions and provided an update. Both pups went home tired with smiles.”
“Kimberly was wonderful. It was our first time having her watch Jameson. Very quick reply to our sort of last minute request and took good care of our pup. He left happy and got along with the dog ther pups! 😁 thanks again Kimberly!”
“Melinda and her family took the best care of our girl. Riley came back happy and full of love. Melinda was a great communicator and made it a very easy and enjoyable experience. We are already looking forward to the next play date!”
“Our puppy had such a great time at their home. I loved their communication with me and their attention to make sure he was safely introduced to the new dogs. You can tell Michelle and Steve really love dogs.”
“This was our first time having Tiffany watch Roo and it couldn’t have gone better. She communicated the perfect amount and sent pics/videos to update us throughout the day. Her place is a dog paradise, plenty of room for them to roam and play in a fenced yard. We’ll be booking with her frequently in the future”
“Lori was very friendly & had great communication. My pup Jewels had a good time playing with her two sweet dogs & had plenty space for Jewels to play. She sent me photos & videos of her having a good time. Lori was very accommodating to my dog & I would highly recommend! Thanks again Lori for taking good care of my pup. 🙂”
About: Hi! I am Kurt! I will be able to provide your dog with the care and attention he deserves while staying with me. I live with my wife and work full-time from home. Lifetime dog lovers, Candice and I are thrilled when we have the opportunity to meet and care for dogs. Having undergone advanced screening, I have been met in-person by a company rep, and my home has been inspected. I hope you'll reach out to me so we can meet! Why I love dog sitting A lifetime dog lover, I am excited for my home to be a safe place for dogs who need a place to stay. Boarding dogs has all the advantages of a dog (a companion that gives me a reason to stop staring at my screen) without the vet bills. No other pets live in my home. However, I do board multiple guests, so it's important for me to understand how comfortable each guest is sharing space with other dogs. About my yard I have a grassy fully fenced-in backyard, perfect for playing fetch and soaking up some sunshine. I will be happy to have a new canine playmate join me for play sessions running around outside when I need a break from the computer (which is often). My experience administering medication I have no problem administering medication as long as I am given specific instructions. I was raised on a farm and treated cattle, pigs, horses, and dogs with medicines as required and as an adult, I worked as an animal technician so I have experience administering medication in that setting as well. My wife has a degree in animal science and is even more qualified to apply medication. I work full-time from home as does my wife, so frequent breaks outside and plenty of attention is available for your dog. Occasionally I will have errands to run and may ask you to drop-off or pickup while my wife is home, but that's not common and will be communicated to you well in advance. Dogs are allowed unlimited time in my double-fenced back yard, but are not allowed upstairs in the house. At feeding times and other times when I need to isolate dogs, I will place dogs into kennels or pet fences (if I have multiple guests) to make sure nobody gets upset. I have tile floors that many hot dogs prefer to nap on, but also have space for dog beds for chilly dogs or those that prefer a fluffier space. At night I typically place dogs in kennels or pet fences as well to prevent conflict while I am asleep. I work full-time from home and have frequent breaks throughout the day between meetings and phone calls. During those breaks, I'll makes sure everyone gets outside for some fresh air and romping time, feed, apply medicine, or any other tasks that need to happen on a schedule. My wife is available at home almost all hours of almost all days, so she lets dogs in and out the back door as they request, plays tug-o-war, and generally keeps them company. If your dog likes to flop in a lap and get scratches, they'll love her! Every dog has their own needs, energy level, play style, personal space requirements. For some geriatric dogs, I set a timer on my phone and take them outside every hour to give them a chance to do their business so they don't have to hold it too long. For some dogs, I will set up a pet fence in my house to separate them from other guests, or subdivide my yard with a pet fence so they can play "together but separate" from the other dogs. For all dogs, I feed everyone in their own space (a kennel, a pet fence, outside on the patio by themselves, etc) to prevent conflict. I never give treats in a space where two dogs might compete over it. Your dog will only receive the food you send for them, no human food nor sharing with other dogs. For treats, we have homemade biscuits containing oats, pumpkin and egg, please let me know if your dog is allergic to any of that. Or, send your own treats and they'll only get those. For sleeping arrangements, everyone goes in a kennel or a pet-fenced section of the hall so there is no chance of conflict while I'm sleeping. If your dog is particularly sensitive about sharing toys, or reactive to pug-faced dogs, or flips out when they hear a motorcycle, or has any other unique personality trait, please tell me and/or put it on their profile. I will read all their details and do my best to create a comfortable, safe environment for their specific needs.
“Thank goodness for Loree and Jim. Whenever I mention to Ollie "Want to go to Loree's? He jets to the door and can't wait. And even better he comes home tired and happy. What else could I want?”
“Kasey was absolutely wonderful! She was able to watch my doggo a bit early due to a change in plans, which I'm super grateful for. I felt very comfortable leaving my doggo with her for sitting, and would definitely recommend her!”
“Holly was wonderful with Anna my German Shepherd. She took great care of her. When I returned Anna was calm and very happy. Happy to have new friends to play with and very happy with her new doggie day care. Everything was very nice. Holly is exceptionally kind and in touch with what animals need and want. Thank you Holly for an excellent experience for Anna.”
“Robert and Andrea were amazing. I was in the area for the first time for a short period, and they were very welcoming and accommodating. They took Rocky on such short notice and Robert was incredibly patient and understanding when Rocky initially struggled to adjust. Communication was great leading up to the appointment and during, and I really appreciated the photo update- it was reassuring. They made sure he was fed, got him out for a nice walk, and helped him burn off energy. He came back happy and settled—truly appreciate their care. Highly recommend!”
“Danielle, Austin and Hank were super hospitable and welcoming. Duke, our dog, had a great experience both days with awesome communication! Highly, recommend their service’s!”
About: Hi! I have my own 2 yr old dog Ozzy. So i know what it is like to leave your pet while out of town! Communication, and following your detailed instructions are very important. Tell me what your pet loves. I work remote so I am very flexible when checking in. I make my own schedule most of the time which will allow me to check in on your pet at anytime. I make sure to take my own pup on walks early AM. But happy to adjust to your pets needs I live near dog parks, i walk 10,000 steps a day, and my pup is very friendly. If you’d like your pet to not to be around my pup this is understandable and we can discuss this.
“Had a great experience with Rachel! We needed a last-minute booking, and she was very accommodating and responsive. Our pup seemed really happy and comfortable during the stay, and it was clear he was well cared for. We appreciated the updates and peace of mind. Would definitely book again!”
About: I have experienced pet sitting for a year and a half now. I am very reliable. I have watched puppies from 5 month old to very senior dogs. I have done oral medicine and making sure everything is followed I am working weekends only with kids, I am still reliable and open availability during the week. I am able to still make sure that your pet is cared for I am very trust worthy, I have worked with a couple of repeat clients, I’m only worried about making sure that your pet is satisfied with exercise and comfort while owners are away.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Lake San Marcos
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of many different breeds for the last 8-10 years. I love dogs and currently have one 8 month old shepherd rescue that I have been (mostly) independently training at home as well as 2 cats- one whom is 6 years that I adopted when she was only 8 weeks and another that was a stray that my husband & I took in. All our animals are very loved and having them be a part of our lives has been our favorite adventure together 🥰 I am working at a school this year & going back around mid August but during this summer I will be available to check in/walk your dogs throughout the week because I know a busy workday can be stressful when you have your pets at home that would love attention & fun. Whatever your scheduling need is, I would love to discuss how I can be that best fit for you & your fur babies! Since I already have my dog to walk 2-3 times a day, I would love to be able to bring your dog along with us! My trailer park has a private park and is along an easy accessible trail so I can definitely bring your dog here or wherever you prefer we go! I am close by San Marcos and have taken my dog to Bradley Park and Discovery Lake so we would love to bring your fur babies along too!
“Azucena is WONDERFUL! She is reliable and has great communication. She walks my doggy when needed, who loves her, by the way! And she has house sitted for us while we were out of town. She sent me pics and kept me updated the entire time. She really is a gem and a Godsend. She goes above and beyond. She will continue to be my go-to walker/sitter!”
“Christina did a great job checking in on my dog and taking him for a walk. Everything went smoothly, she was reliable, and I had no issues at all. I’d definitely book with her again!”
“Annie is the best! She is so accommodating, professional, and attentive. My dog loves her and I'm so glad I found her through Rover. Thank you, Annie, for all of your help with Boston!”
“Lauren has been amazing so far! During our first meet and greet we were impressed with her confidence and knowledge with training and behavior. This is key for us since we have bullies and they really need to know who the pack leader is. Lauren is very personable and you can tell that she takes pride in what she does. She is also great with communication. While we did run into some unexpected challenges as our pups familiarize themselves with a new walker, Lauren has been committed. We highly recommend Lauren for pet services!”
“This was our first time having Veronica walk our three dogs separately. She followed our clear instructions for each dog and was able to put a clear cone back on one of your dogs. She responded promptly to our messages and did a great job taking pictures and providing updates for each dog. We recommend using Veronica for your dog-walking needs.”
“We had a great experience with Dana. She was very communicative, kept us updated regularly, and was always on time for visits. I felt completely comfortable leaving my dog, Sierra, in her care, which gave me real peace of mind. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy dog walker!”
About: I have experienced pet sitting for a year and a half now. I am very reliable. I have watched puppies from 5 month old to very senior dogs. I have done oral medicine and making sure everything is followed I am working weekends only with kids, I am still reliable and open availability during the week. I am able to still make sure that your pet is cared for I am very trust worthy, I have worked with a couple of repeat clients, I’m only worried about making sure that your pet is satisfied with exercise and comfort while owners are away.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, and rabbits for neighbors and friends since I was 10. I grew up with dogs, and loved helping train them. I have found great success with force free training! I am a student, so I have time during the week for dog walks and at home check ins! I may have occasional weekend availability as well, but will be able to help out most on weekdays. I don’t offer care for pets at my home, but I am happy to work with whatever requests you have. I am very flexible and happy to accommodate specific rules if needed, I know every pet has their own quirks :)
About: Growing up with dogs and missing my own, I am looking to help keep dogs happy, healthy and loved by walking, hiking, play and overnights care. My kids and I like to travel and understand how hard traveling can be when you can’t take them with you. I work full time, but will soon be off for the summer. I also have most weekends free and can drop in during my lunch if close to work. I have a great dog park near our place but prefer trails. Dogs that stay with my kids and I will be well loved and treated like family. We are a dog family but aren’t ready for another pup yet. I will be the one caring for your pet, but my kids will help give your pet lots of love, attention and belly rubs.
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Large dog specialists near you - Lake San Marcos
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Hi! Sophie's stay with Kurt and family was AWESOME! The last time I took Sophie to a sitter (someone else) she came back a totally crazed wild dog that I did not recognize. This time Sophie came home a calm, well behaved, well adjusted normal dog. She was very well taken care of and she will hopefully stay there again. ”
“Erica and Felipe are great sitters! Very responsive and flexible with a great space for all of their pups, and they take good care of my girl when I'm out of town. :)”
“Amazing sitter! Super communicative and took such great care of my dog. My flight back to San Diego was delayed so I have to pick up my dog next morning. Hana was being super flexible with my schedule. Came home to a very happy pup—would 100% book again.”
“Michele is the best dog sitter! I could tell they were well taken care of by her and she gave them lots of love! She sent pictures every day and they looked so happy. I will definitely use her the next time I go out of town!”
“Matt and Kathryn are absolutely wonderful with our dogs. Never, in all our years of being pet owners, have we taken a vacation without our animals. But we just got back from a week abroad without any concerns for our pups because we knew they were in the very best care. Our dogs miss Matt and Kathryn and their dogs when they go too long between visits. It's so cute to see them get excited when we arrive. Can't recommend them enough.”
“Michelle and Steve are amazing, and Gordon has a blast when he goes to stay. We are especially grateful for Michelle’s experience, the extra care she brings when looking after Gordon, and the great communication. Thank you so much!!!”
“Sierra is amazing, Charlie loves her and her family like his own. He has bad separation anxiety but felt instantly at home over there. I never have to worry about Charlie when I leave him with her. Will always book with Sierra when going on trips. Thank you so much”
“Brianna and Charles took in our fur baby for 3 weeks! We felt so badly leaving her for so long but felt very comfortable leaving her with them. They are wonderful and loving. They sent us photos, gave her meds every day, and reassured us our girl was doing well. We are so grateful for them.”
“Angie was wonderful with my dog Beaux. He is massive, likes lots of attention, and even has some quirks. Angie and her family welcomed Beaux like he was one of their own and I got several photos of him having an absolute BLAST. I don’t have enough good things to say about this experience. ❤️”
“Lori was great in multiple ways. She welcomed Coaster in and made him a part of the pack. We got lots of photos and updates every day, so we knew he was doing well. Large, fenced property for exploring and playing. Our travel plans changed while we were away, and she was flexible enough to extend Coaster's stay by several days, including feeding him her own food after ours ran out. I'm sure he'll love to go back. From our home, she's a little out of the way, but it's more than worth it. We're grateful.”
“Jocelyn was a great sitter! She was very responsive when it came to communication and appreciated that she asked before treating my dog to a pup cup. Would def book again!”
“My Teddy bear was very well cared for the the whole weekend ! Savannah made him feel safe and constantly reassured me he was going to be fine and he was. Awesome customer service 10/10 will recommend !”
“Brad and Tara were great with our little guy. We would fully recommend them to take care of your pup. They were very hospitable when we first met and they would keep us updated with how and what our pup was doing. Thanks Brad and Tara”
“Rachel and Charles were the best to watch our Dog during a week. They took him for long walks, play with him send us pictures every day which was really appreciated and felt relieved leaving him for a week. They also came to pick him up and drop him off which was very convenient. He loved them so do we! Thank you again Rachel and Charles!”
“Deepika was so great since before the booking. Very responsive throughout the entire booking. She provided updates every few days. My dog really enjoyed his stay. Will definitely book Deepika again.”
“This was our first time leaving our puppy with anyone else, and we were pretty nervous about it, but Adriana and Cameron took great care of him!! Getting regular videos and photos of him playing helped ease our nerves, and he had such a good time he slept the whole next day. Would definitely recommend!”
“Chris was wonderful. He welcomed Sprout right into his home and made her comfortable. He was great at communicating with me. I will definitely be bringing her to Chris again !!!”
“Rachelle was super easy to coordinate with and gave lots of picture and video updates as well as written updates on their activities throughout the days. We felt very comfortable leaving our girl with her and will certainly book with her again!”
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