Personalized care for your dog or cat - North Loop
Highly-rated overnight sitters - North Loop
“Aimee is an incredibly caring and loving dogsitter. She treated our chihuahua Elvie with so much warmth kindness over 2 weeks, and judging by the pics and videos Aimee sent throughout her stay, our pup had a blast. Aimee was incredibly responsive and communicative, and we could not possibly recommend her any more. We will 100% book with her again.”
“I don’t think I’ve ever been so relaxed leaving my dog with someone before. Cheyanne has such chill energy and understands animals so well! She sent photos and was communicative, very vigilant and caring. She took my concerns and worries seriously and I truly believe she cares for each dog like they are her own! I will 100% be booking with her again. Thank you Cheyanne!!!”
“Erika is the best! Takes great care to ensure her guests are happy and healthy. Great communicator, provided regular updates and videos during their stay. Highly recommend!”
“I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Sarah! From the moment we met, I knew my dog was in great hands. Sarah was so welcoming, and her setup was perfect—my dog felt right at home and barely noticed I was gone! It’s such a relief to find someone who genuinely cares about your pet’s comfort and happiness. Highly recommend Sarah on for anyone looking for peace of mind while they’re away.”
“Eddie & his wife were absolutely AMAZING! They sent tons of photos & updates, took Brewski for a walk & I know he was well taken care of as if he were their own! My dog had such a blast with Eddie’s family (including their dogs)! HIGHLY recommend & will definitely use again in the future!”
“Gave good updates, doesn’t take on too many dogs at one time, and treats dogs like family. Their own dog, Winnie, seems good at showing the newbies the ropes and is so sweet.”
“Cassandra and Jason were amazing sitters! We left our dog with them for 5 nights, and he got all the walks, cuddles, and attention he could have wanted. From the photos they sent, we could clearly tell he was having a great time, and we came home to a happy, healthy pup. They also did a couple of drop-in visits for our senior cat at our home. Our cat usually hides from everyone, but she actually came out to get some love from them, which says a lot. Cassandra and Jason made sure she had everything she needed while we were away. We felt totally at ease knowing both of our pets were in such caring hands and wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again!”
“Misti took care of Sid while I was out of the country. She was easy to communicate with, always available and updated me with pics. Her dog is very friendly and was a great companion. I will absolutely call on Misti in the future and I know Sid will be happy to stay again.”
“David was great! Communication was clear throughout the entire process. He sent multiple pictures and videos of Junie during her visit. Even gave me a little picture of her in a frame! I will continue to come back in the future!”
“I haven’t used Rover in a while as I have a regular sitter now, but the rare time they are unavailable I was quite nervous coming back on Rover again. I’m SO glad I found Sam on here! He was so responsive, made sure to provide me consistent updates and followed my instructions perfectly. Petey (my dog) absolutely enjoyed staying with Sam, I could tell - so I will be using his services again.”
“Christine and Colin took amazing care of my Tieghan! It was my first time leaving her with someone outside of family and I felt comfortable from the minute I dropped her off. They sent consistent pictures and updates on how she was doing throughout the 5 days I was gone and were really flexible with pick up and drop off times. Tieghan barely wanted to leave when I arrived to take her home and it was clear they really treated her as their own! I will absolutely be using Christine and Colin again and cannot recommend them enough.”
“We had to make a last minute booking for our sweet pup and Valerie was amazing! She was flexible with our situation and made sure our dog was well cared for. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a kind and attentive sitter.”
“Joel is great! Squid seemed to have a fun time with Joel and came back happy. Joel was also very communicative and shared such cute pictures. He was also very flexible”
“Was able to book Jose less than a week from my trip with no issues. Very responsive and when my flight back was delayed he was very accommodating and able to watch my dog for an additional 3 hours. Would book again”
“I must have done something right in a past life to have found someone as caring, amazing, and intentional as Kate to look after Princess. I got photos and videos everyday of her playing and having a good time, and she came back happy as ever. It was my first time leaving for over 2 weeks, and I was nervous, but all that went away when I saw my pup was in the best hands. I recommend to everyone.”
“I am so amazed how Sunny has quickly taken to Lilia. It was his second time staying with Lilia and he look like he was at home and comfortable. I'm so excited to see how Sunny gravitates to Lilia. I see how he melts in her arms. Thanks Lilia for taking good care of my little man. Oh, and he just loves his playmate, Paisley! See you soon!”
“Juan helped us out BIG TIME. Thank you for watching our dog Jack. We received updates, pictures, and videos of Jack having a great time! I highly recommend!!”
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Cat caregivers near you - North Loop
About: I’ve had dogs and animals my entire life and I always will. Forgive me if I neglect the human bond cause I’ll probably be too busy trying to get your pets attention! I thrive in running this business cause I make myself ready and available to get to know the ins and outs of each pet and their owners. It’s important for me to understand all personalities and habits so their stay with me is the most comfy experience since they will be missing their persons (you) for a little bit. I’ll do my absolute best job to ensure a trust from not only them but you, that will make your future stays unquestionable! I’m self employed and work from home. I have my own schedule so making time for others is second nature and a good habit I’ve developed. If I’m being honest. Wanting to be around animals all the time is my full time job! Extremely flexible and I manage a great routine to fit the day to the pet and not just fit the pet in. My home is open for pets to wonder free and at will, I have a huge fenced yard and I’m happy to crate if needed! My home is pet proof and I adjust to any needs and routine to help keep each pet on their own schedule for minimal disruption while pet parents are away!
“Kody is the perfect cat sitter! He loves cats and it shows in the attention he gives our cats. He is very meticulous about all care details. He sends lots of photos and we can see how happy our cats are with Kody. And so are we!”
“Nina was a wonderful sitter for my kitty, (also named) Nina! She made time to meet us beforehand and clearly had experience with cats :) she brought over calming energy and sent sweet photos of lap time snuggles. I was grateful for her and would easily recommend and rebook her again! thanks Nina ✨”
“Cicely was amazing taking care of my cat Scout! Scout absolutely loves and adores her. Cicely is also very attentive and even gave my house plants some hydration when she noticed they needed a little extra love while I was away. Will continue booking her!”
“Rachel was super informative and did an amazing job dropping in on my cat, Birdie. She worked with me daily to make sure Birdie was doing okay, eating enough food, and feeling comfortable. I would recommend her enthusiastically!”
“Olivia was amazing with my dog, Finley!! She was great with communication, keeping me updated while I was out of town. I could tell from all the pictures he was very comfortable with her and had a great time. She also was willing to add a last minute drop in when my flight was delayed returning home!! Highly recommend!!”
“We’ve had Michael watch our two kitties over many different times we’ve been away- he takes great care of them and sends great updates. We’ve used him many times.”
“Kaile did such a great job with my two boys while I was away in Central Europe!!! I always got a text and photo update and she communicated so well. I never had to worry about my boys being cared for. Will book with her again ASAP!”
“Erin did a wonderful job with Bonnie!! She was thorough and communicative and gave Bonnie lots of attention, and Bonnie warmed up to her immediately. Would definitely book again!”
“I’ve had Meg as a sitter for my kitties several times, and she’s always done a great job! I always come home to a clean home and happy cats. She’s also great about communication and is quick to let me know if an issue arises. Would recommend!”
“Blanca was so great! She sent me regular updates on how kitty was doing and I can tell she really loves animals. She also took great care of my place and left it very tidy. Awesome!”
“Sofia was so helpful watching our 2 kitties! 🐈⬛ I would definitely recommend her as a pet sitter to friends and family, and she took great care of our home while we were away.”
“Sierra did a great job taking care of my cat while I was out of town. We got lots of pictures of him playing and getting treats and pets. I will definitely be booking with Sierra again!”
“Mya was great with my cat Jorge! She was considerate and kind and provided lots of updates to show that Jorge was doing well in her care ☺️ I also appreciated how Mya responded super quickly to the initial request and made time for my booking. I would def book again 😊🐈”
“I found Christopher on Rover at the last minute to help with 3 visits. One of our dogs is a rescue that we’ve had less than a week; he’s being crated and I was unable to get away from work. Christopher came to my house after I messaged him and met everyone. He was kind and competent and I knew the dogs would be in good hands. He did a great job—he was on time for his visits, and sent me pictures and messages. It was such a relief to me to know that my dogs were well-cared for. I will use him again for sure!!!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - North Loop
“Jen was great with my pup. Xena is a sweet and nervous around other dog; Jen was more than accommodating and took her time introducing her to the other dogs. On her second day she was fully part of the pack and I had a great time at puppy land. I would definitely recommend her services 10/10”
“David was great for daycare with our dog! He responded promptly, took care to understand our dog's needs and was provided us with photos and updates throughout the day. He also provided us with a framed portrait of our dog at the end of the day, which was an awesome gesture. Would highly recommend David for doggy daycare or boarding!”
“Aimee was so sweet and caring with our pup! She was communicative and sent us photos/videos with updates. Elvie was very comfortable in her care and we will definitely book with her in the future.”
About: I have about 10+ years of experience in care. I’ve been dog sitting since I was about 15. I have a lot of love to give, and I personally crate & potty trained my dogs. I’m currently a full-time student, so I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I spend most of my time studying from home, which allows me to give your pets plenty of attention, care, and companionship. I can’t wait to meet your babies! 💕 I live in a pet-friendly apartment with plenty of walking areas nearby. I take dogs outside regularly for potty breaks, walks, and playtime, always ensuring their safety and comfort during every outing.
About: I’ve grown up around dogs my whole life and have cared for over five dogs of different sizes, breeds, and ages with my family. From playful puppies to sweet senior dogs, I understand how to adapt to each dog’s unique needs and personality. I love spending time playing, walking, and giving dogs the attention they deserve. Whether it’s belly rubs, outdoor play, or quiet company, I’ll make sure your pup feels safe, loved, and happy! Besides dogs, I love all animals! I have had bunnies and birds before and know how to take care of them! I work remotely full-time, which which allows me to give pets plenty of attention, supervision, and care throughout their stay. My daily routine is flexible, so I’m able to accommodate feeding schedules, potty breaks, playtime, cuddle time, medication routines, and regular check-ins. I like to keep each pet’s routine as close as possible to what they are used to at home. Whether they need active play, quiet company, extra patience, or a calm space to relax, I do my best to adjust my day around their comfort and needs! I live in a spacious apartment that offers plenty of room for your pet to feel safe, comfortable, and well supervised! I got my two friendly American Shorthair cats at home, so I’m very mindful about introductions, boundaries, and each pet’s comfort level. I always take time to understand how each pet does around other animals! If a pet needs their own space, quiet time, or a slower introduction, I make sure they have a calm area where they can relax. I keep the environment clean, organized, and peaceful so every pet feels cared for during their stay!
About: Hi there! I’m a mom of energetic triplets and a lifelong dog lover. For the past 5+ years, I’ve been caring for friends’ dogs in my home, often with a full (and happy!) pack of up to five pups at a time. I work from home, which means your dog gets lots of attention, cuddles, and supervision throughout the day. My kids are with me 50% of the time, and they absolutely adore dogs — lots of love, belly rubs, and a little spoiling guaranteed! We have a big, fully fenced backyard for plenty of playtime. If your pup enjoys adventures, I try to make it out to the Domain dog park a few times a week. We currently have two dogs of our own: 🐾 A mellow 16-year-old who likes to keep to himself 🐾 A playful 2 year old who’s crate trained and full of energy — but I always set boundaries to keep things peaceful and positive. This is a loving, safe, and dog-friendly home. Whether your pup loves to play or just needs a cozy place to nap, they’ll feel right at home here. Let me know if you have any questions — I’d love to meet you and your furry friend! I work full-time from home and take my dog to the park practically every day and I have a pretty light workload, which allows me to give lots of attention to all my furry friends . I spoil them with attention and very good with paying attention to each dogs needs and personalities . My visitors get plenty of rest, routine and I cater to any diet, exercise, and training needs that owners have.
About: I’ve had dogs all of my life, and I am a big animal lover. I’ve successfully trained 2 puppies. I have many years of sitting and walking experience, professionally and otherwise. My dog is very friendly and well-socialized. I work from home so I’m available around the clock for the most part. For me, playing with pets is a wonderful stress reliever so we both get something beneficial out of it. I live in a neighborhood with safe walking paths with plenty of shade. I also have nearby dog parks, weather permitting. I have a big privacy-fenced backyard. I have gates and ways of partitioning space in my house and yard to accommodate special needs. I am a retired ICU nurse, so I am diligent about health and safety and very capable of administering medications as needed.
About: Animals have always been at the heart of my life, and caring for them is something I genuinely love. I have years of hands-on experience with cats and dogs of all ages, personalities, and needs, including senior pets who need a little extra patience, gentleness, and TLC. I work from home, which means your pet is rarely left alone, they get constant company, attention, and love throughout the day. No more worrying about a lonely pup! We have an Aussiedoodle of our own, and we head out for two walks a day, your dog is always welcome to join! We often visit the Triangle dog park for fresh air and social interaction with other dogs. I always adapt to your pet's energy level, pace, and comfort, every dog is different and I respect that. I offer cat check-ins, dog sitting, and dog walking. And because I know how much you miss your fur baby when you're away, I send regular photo updates so you can see exactly how they're doing. 📸 Your pet's happiness and well-being is always my top priority. 🐾 I am working remote. I will take care of your dog all day long as he can stay with me. Our weekends are free and we love going on walks with our dog. We have a fenced yard. We are living in the city and are going to the park and the trails around. We love going on a walk.
“Willow had a great time playing with the other pups and was well taken care of by Erika. I got photo and video updates during her stay. Communication was great and response time was very fast. Erika was flexible for us even when our plans changed and we had to pick up Willow early.”
“I want to say thank you very much! I am so glad I found Melanie she is so amazing and I am so happy! Mila is enjoying herself so much and I can say that for the first time I am calm because I know that Mila is in good hands.”
About: Not only do I have my own dog, I volunteered at the Austin Animal Center and currently pet sit for friends. I have experience with large, reactive dogs and calm cats. My own dog is nearly 15 years old. I trained him and currently deal with all of his senior medical issues, like arthritis, glaucoma and taking plenty of meds. I know how important our fur babies are. I will care for yours like I would for my own. If your pet stays at my home, I will take my dog to my mothers so that your dog can have privacy. He loves her house so it's a win - win for everyone. I work from home during the week so I'm most free in the evenings and weekends. My family is local so I'm almost always around at the holidays, like Thanksgiving and Christmas. I live in a large 2 bedroom condo with a patio. There are stairs but my senior dog has never had an issue with them. I'm home a lot so I like to cuddle, play and walk. Dogs are allowed on furniture and anywhere else. I also have (fake) hardwood floors so cleanup is easy is a dog has an accident (as my senior dog has many times).
About: Hi! I’m Caroline, and I absolutely LOVE animals! I have over 5 years of firsthand experience caring for my own dog, from everyday care and exercise to training, playtime, and all the little things that make each pet feel happy and at home. I’ve always been the person that dogs seem to love, and my friends and family have trusted me with their pets for years. I’ve cared for dogs, cats, and all kinds of personalities, and I genuinely enjoy getting to know what makes each pet unique. I’m also proud to have 100+ five star reviews from pet parents who have trusted me with their furry family members. Whether your pet needs care for a few hours, a full day, or an extended stay, I’ll treat them like they’re my own. I’ll make sure they get plenty of love, attention, playtime, and cuddles while you’re away. I know how hard it can be to leave your pet with someone else, so my goal is to give you peace of mind knowing they’re safe, loved, and having a great time. Pets aren’t just pets to me. They’re family. Pet care fits perfectly into my schedule, as it is currently my full-time commitment. This gives me plenty of time to dedicate to pet-sitting and dog walking every day, with flexible hours depending on your needs. I also offer select dates for in-house boarding, ensuring your pet gets the attention and care they deserve while you’re away! I am ALWAYS! sending pictures over of your baby as well, unless you request otherwise! I ensure pets are safe, happy, and loved, whether in my home or yours. With my own vehicle, I enjoy taking my pets (and yours, if you’d like) for fun outings, like trips to the park or a pup-friendly café for a treat after playtime. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I respect their privacy while dedicating my full attention to providing care, affection, and companionship to their furry friend. Your pet’s happiness and comfort are always my top priorities! I have references, do not mind cameras in the home, and have no qualms with as much instruction as you need to feel secure.
“trevor provided an excellent space for betty to hang out for the day! the periodic updates were excellent. we also especially appreciated the fact he had time to take her on a walk and play fetch 😊 would definitely book again!”
About: I've had dogs growing up and now am my friend's resident dog sitter. I've taken care of dogs of all ages and sizes and would love to give your dog a fun and safe environment while you're out of town! I work from home so I have plenty of time to take your dog on walks every couple hours throughout the day and enjoy spending my evenings taking them on longer walks to make sure they're getting in their exercise! I love all animals and am very accommodating to make sure they're enjoying their time while their pet parent is away! I live in an apartment and have made sure all plants are pet safe and the environment is pet friendly for them to run around safely. Because I live in an apartment I make sure to build in ample time to take then on walks and show them extra love and attention.
About: My relationship with dogs had a slightly questionable start. I was attacked by a dog while sitting in a stroller as a baby and spent the first few years of my life absolutely terrified of them. Then something apparently flipped in my five-year-old brain, because I spent the next year relentlessly begging my parents to let me get one. Eventually they cracked. Enter Prinsen (Swedish for “Prince”) and I've been a dog person ever since. I grew up with dogs and was the kid neighbors would ask to watch theirs. Then during COVID my parents got an AmStaff who somehow turned into a part-time job for me 😂. I lived nearby and watched him basically every day for about five years. Walks, feeding, playtime, hanging out, keeping him out of trouble, the whole deal. Spending that much time with an AmStaff also made me very comfortable around bigger, strong and energetic dogs. These days I have Maverick, my 9-month-old hunting Labrador, who has taken the phrase “high energy” as a personal challenge. Long walks, training, exercise, stubborn puppy moments, random objects appearing in his mouth and trying to tire out a dog with a seemingly unlimited battery are just normal life now. Being a dog owner myself is probably the biggest reason I'd trust me with your dog. I know how weird it feels handing your best buddy to someone you've never met. I'm not interested in speed-running a 30-minute visit, checking a box and leaving. If your dog is with me, I'm actually going to hang out with them, play with them, walk them and treat them the way I'd want someone to treat Maverick. I'm especially comfortable with puppies, bigger breeds, working dogs and dogs with a ridiculous amount of energy. Whether yours wants to inspect every single blade of grass or thinks we're training for the Olympics, I'm game. And you'll get pictures and updates. Probably more than you asked for. After nearly a decade in tech sales I decided to take a career break and figure out what I want the next decade to look like. Turns out career breaks come with a LOT of free time 😂. Since I already spend a good chunk of my day walking, training and hanging out with my own dog, I figured I might as well add a few more to the crew. My schedule is currently extremely flexible, including weekdays and daytime hours when most people are stuck at work. Whether you need a regular daily walker, a last-minute drop-in or someone to give your dog a proper adventure while you're at the office, chances are I can make it work. Whether I'm coming to your home or your dog is staying with me, I try to keep things simple: your house, your dog, your rules. I'll follow whatever routine you've got around feeding, walks, training, crates, medications or the little quirks that only you know about. When I'm coming to your home, I'll treat it exactly how I'd want someone to treat mine. I'll respect your space, make sure doors and gates are properly secured, refresh food and water if needed, and leave everything exactly how I found it — ideally with a slightly more tired dog. For walks, your dog gets my full attention. I'm not trying to juggle five dogs at once while staring at my phone. I'm comfortable with bigger, stronger and high-energy dogs, and I'll follow your rules around leashes, other dogs, people and whatever training you're working on. Whether you've got a senior who wants to inspect every blade of grass or a young working dog who wakes up choosing chaos, I'll match their pace. If your dog is staying with me, I live in a dog-friendly apartment community with Maverick, my 9-month-old hunting Lab. We have a fenced private dog park right outside for playtime, fetch and burning off some serious energy. Inside, they're part of the home — not stuck away in another room. And wherever your dog is with me, you'll get plenty of pictures and updates along the way. Probably more than you asked for.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - North Loop
About: I’ve had dogs and animals my entire life and I always will. Forgive me if I neglect the human bond cause I’ll probably be too busy trying to get your pets attention! I thrive in running this business cause I make myself ready and available to get to know the ins and outs of each pet and their owners. It’s important for me to understand all personalities and habits so their stay with me is the most comfy experience since they will be missing their persons (you) for a little bit. I’ll do my absolute best job to ensure a trust from not only them but you, that will make your future stays unquestionable! I’m self employed and work from home. I have my own schedule so making time for others is second nature and a good habit I’ve developed. If I’m being honest. Wanting to be around animals all the time is my full time job! Extremely flexible and I manage a great routine to fit the day to the pet and not just fit the pet in. My home is open for pets to wonder free and at will, I have a huge fenced yard and I’m happy to crate if needed! My home is pet proof and I adjust to any needs and routine to help keep each pet on their own schedule for minimal disruption while pet parents are away!
About: I love all pets and can walk, feed, bathe, and love on every type of furry friend. Complicated diets or restrictions are not an issue I am currently a college student who I living at home! My days include the gym and occasionally working as a tutor. If there are ever any complications with timing that will be communicated with you! I have a 4 year old pup who loves to chill and have company! My home is a two story with a backyard and a courtyard and my neighborhood has a spacious field to play in!
“Olivia is great she is very polite, professional and attentive with my pet's needs and has great communication skills I can be at work and know my pet is in good hands. I would highly recommend her services!”
“Kody is great. He is very calm and clearly has lots of experience with dogs. His communication with me has been clear and helpful, and he always responds quickly. He is able to provide strong leadership for my two dogs.”
“Cicely was great. On time, followed the instructions and more importantly Kulfi my dog was happy when I went back home Thank you Cicely. Will ping you when I need again”
About: I've taken care of stray cats. When I moved to Austin, I decided to pet sit. I had great experiences with pet sitting cats and dogs. I enjoy taking care of cats. I enjoy walking dogs. I keep communication with pictures and updates. I can administer medication, keep them on a routine, and play and cuddle with them. I know it's important to take care of your lovely fur babies! I've gained so much exposure through another pet sitting site. I have maintained a stellar 5-star throughout my pet sitting journey. I do pet sitting for fun! I have started petsitting, besides the stray cats I used to take care of. My schedule is updated constantly. My schedule is open to Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. I am a reliable pet sitter. I am a solo sitter. I am caring, responsible, and neat. I like to leave things the way you left them, and I do a great job at cleaning up after myself. If there are any house rules, I follow them!
“Payton is very responsive, prompt, professional, and easy to communicate with. She sent me frequent text and photo updates, which helped me feel at ease while I was away. I had a very short-notice request, and Payton gladly took on the challenge. She had my dog Frimpy smiling real big - highly recommend :)”
About: I’ve taken care of a large breed dog and a small breed dog for the past 10+ years. I don’t currently have a dog but recently fostered a Greyhound. I work from home 3x a week and take dogs for a longer walk in the morning and evening. My office schedule is flexible and I live 20 minutes from the office. My sister and I grew up with dogs and I recently fostered a Greyhound in Austin for two months. I like to take dogs out at least 3x a day
About: I've taken care of dogs and cats my whole life! Not only have I had pets of my own, but I've helped out family with theirs! I love an opportunity to spend time with animals (especially since I don't currently have any of my own!). I'm new to Austin and looking for some extra work- would love to talk to you more about all I can offer you and your pet! :) I’m a graduate student with a semi-flexible schedule! Most evenings I am free and have a couple week days that I can devote entirely to your pets. Weekends and holidays are usually completely open for me! Your pet's safety will always be my top priority! I will respect any boundaries set regarding your pet/space and will do my best to become someone you can rely on and trust with your animal!
About: I spent more than a decade loving a very large, very opinionated German Shepherd named Ruta through epilepsy, severe allergies, endless medication schedules, and his senior years, so “high-maintenance” pets don’t scare me. I tend to love them even harder. These days I’m supervised by Edwin, my mini Aussie rescue, who has strong opinions about other dogs, delivery trucks, and apparently several completely innocent squirrels. Living with him has made me very comfortable with boundaries, reactivity, slow introductions, and the fact that not every dog wants to be everybody’s friend. I’m also the person who genuinely wants the six-paragraph document explaining exactly how your dog likes breakfast. Give me the quirks, the routines, the medications, the weird little rules, the favorite toy, the thing they absolutely will not do unless you ask them in a very specific way. I want to know all of it. Basically: I take your pet seriously without taking myself too seriously. And yes, I will probably send you too many pictures. My schedule is pretty flexible, which means I can usually work around your pet’s normal routine. Walks, meals, potty breaks, meds, couch hangs; tell me what they’re used to and I’ll do my best to keep things consistent. Tell me everything. What’s their routine? What makes them nervous? Are they an escape artist? A sock eater? Do they lose their mind when a skateboard goes by? How are they on leash? I’m big on respecting a pet’s boundaries and keeping their routine as familiar as possible. I’d much rather know about a quirk or trigger ahead of time than be surprised by it later.
About: I’ve spent my whole life around all kinds of animals and can’t imagine my life without them! I’ve also spent a lot of time volunteering in kennels and shelters so I have lots of experience with both dogs and cats. I work early mornings and am usually off by 1 pm at the latest so I have lots of time to walk take your dogs for long walks I live in an apartment so my dog gets to go for lots of walks through the day and at least once a week a trip to the dog park.
“Michael is so good with our animals! He walked our dog, but also was super friendly with our 2 cats. He's super responsive, and is always sending cute pictures. I'd recommend Michael to anyone needing pet sitting or dog walking!”
About: I've never met a dog or cat I can't win over. I meet them at their pace, never pushing unwanted interaction onto them. I have volunteered and fostered for multiple shelters. I have experience administering medicine, grooming, and bathing. Currently working part-time, so I'm relatively free to look after pets. I am also a morning person, and I don't mind getting up early to check in on and walk someone's baby, especially with how hot it is right now. I will follow your guidance on your dog or cat's care in your household to a T. I want to alleviate the stress an animal may feel meeting a new person by sticking to their usual routine.
“Sofia has been the best addition to my pup’s life! My husband I both just got new jobs and need to be in office more than we have before and just knowing I have someone I trust to come into my home and play, walk and love on my dog while I’m away gives such peace of mind. Her report cards are great at the end of the each walk/playtime!”
“Cara was so wonderful to have today! She was communicative and kind. She picked up my walk request and coordinated very quickly. I can tell she cares about animals, she made sure she asked questions about River and sent a photo of their walk adventure! Can’t wait for River to get the chance to see her again!”
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Large dog specialists near you - North Loop
“I don’t think I’ve ever been so relaxed leaving my dog with someone before. Cheyanne has such chill energy and understands animals so well! She sent photos and was communicative, very vigilant and caring. She took my concerns and worries seriously and I truly believe she cares for each dog like they are her own! I will 100% be booking with her again. Thank you Cheyanne!!!”
“Erika is the best! Takes great care to ensure her guests are happy and healthy. Great communicator, provided regular updates and videos during their stay. Highly recommend!”
“I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Sarah! From the moment we met, I knew my dog was in great hands. Sarah was so welcoming, and her setup was perfect—my dog felt right at home and barely noticed I was gone! It’s such a relief to find someone who genuinely cares about your pet’s comfort and happiness. Highly recommend Sarah on for anyone looking for peace of mind while they’re away.”
“Eddie & his wife were absolutely AMAZING! They sent tons of photos & updates, took Brewski for a walk & I know he was well taken care of as if he were their own! My dog had such a blast with Eddie’s family (including their dogs)! HIGHLY recommend & will definitely use again in the future!”
“Gave good updates, doesn’t take on too many dogs at one time, and treats dogs like family. Their own dog, Winnie, seems good at showing the newbies the ropes and is so sweet.”
“Cassandra and Jason were amazing sitters! We left our dog with them for 5 nights, and he got all the walks, cuddles, and attention he could have wanted. From the photos they sent, we could clearly tell he was having a great time, and we came home to a happy, healthy pup. They also did a couple of drop-in visits for our senior cat at our home. Our cat usually hides from everyone, but she actually came out to get some love from them, which says a lot. Cassandra and Jason made sure she had everything she needed while we were away. We felt totally at ease knowing both of our pets were in such caring hands and wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again!”
“Misti took care of Sid while I was out of the country. She was easy to communicate with, always available and updated me with pics. Her dog is very friendly and was a great companion. I will absolutely call on Misti in the future and I know Sid will be happy to stay again.”
“David was great! Communication was clear throughout the entire process. He sent multiple pictures and videos of Junie during her visit. Even gave me a little picture of her in a frame! I will continue to come back in the future!”
“I haven’t used Rover in a while as I have a regular sitter now, but the rare time they are unavailable I was quite nervous coming back on Rover again. I’m SO glad I found Sam on here! He was so responsive, made sure to provide me consistent updates and followed my instructions perfectly. Petey (my dog) absolutely enjoyed staying with Sam, I could tell - so I will be using his services again.”
“Christine and Colin took amazing care of my Tieghan! It was my first time leaving her with someone outside of family and I felt comfortable from the minute I dropped her off. They sent consistent pictures and updates on how she was doing throughout the 5 days I was gone and were really flexible with pick up and drop off times. Tieghan barely wanted to leave when I arrived to take her home and it was clear they really treated her as their own! I will absolutely be using Christine and Colin again and cannot recommend them enough.”
“We had to make a last minute booking for our sweet pup and Valerie was amazing! She was flexible with our situation and made sure our dog was well cared for. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a kind and attentive sitter.”
“Was able to book Jose less than a week from my trip with no issues. Very responsive and when my flight back was delayed he was very accommodating and able to watch my dog for an additional 3 hours. Would book again”
“Juan helped us out BIG TIME. Thank you for watching our dog Jack. We received updates, pictures, and videos of Jack having a great time! I highly recommend!!”
“Tiffany his hands down the best pet sitter we’ve had. She’s very attentive and notices if extra things need to be done to make sure our pets are comfortable. Very reliable and a good communicator.”
“Peanut had a great time with Brendan! He was very good at communicating, I received pictures daily, and pick up/drop off was super easy. Would definitely recommend Brendan!”
“As always… we loved having Zhian watch Bo and all the pictures and communication, made our time away from him so smooth because we can tell Bo was always so happy and enjoying and feels right at home. Thank you so much for all the love and care. Bo misses you already and is looking forward to next time!”
“Amy was great and my dog Baxter had so much fun with Amy and Coco! She was very responsive and did a great job. Would highly recommend her and will use her again to watch my dog!”
“Alice was so great! she was super communicative and followed all care instructions very closely. She sent so many updates/pics and my pup was literally smiling every single one of them! Will definitely rebook in the future!”
“Michelle did such an amazing job taking care of our 11 year old gentle giant Snowy. She is so diligent in following the care instructions and sent us so many adorable updates through the day giving us lots of peace of mind about his wellbeing. She was extremely accommodating with a delay in picking him up as our flight was delayed. Overall we would highly recommend her for your pet boarding/sitting needs.”
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1Global data from Rover (November 2025)