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Sara W.

Houston, TX

from
$8/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
I am an avid animal lover, and a fast learner. I have a keen eye for dog body language, and I am very observant. I am very social and have very strong interpersonal communication skills. I have experience working in an animal shelter, rescue, and a veterinary office. I love working with animals because it is such a rewarding...
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Maria L.

Pet Care

Houston, TX

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Maria I would love be part of your team in taking care or your best 4 legged friend I consider my self as a reliable, patient person with 2 year experience in dog sitting I'm available for day walks to get there daily energy drain does not matter if is big , medium or large Pets I'm also available to be your...
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Dashell L.

Animal Lover To The Rescue

Houston, TX

from
$10/hr
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I love all types of animals but I have a special place in my heart for dogs. I have 1 dog myself (cavalier King Charles spaniel). I'm available for dog walking, overnight stays, pet sitting, or anything else you may need. I have my own transportation and my hours are flexible. I will love on your pet as if they were my own!
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Heather R.

I Love Pet Sitting. It Is A Way For Me To Have An Extended Pet Family.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has many years of experience caring for children, teenagers, spouses, aging parents, and pets. With me, your pets will receive excellent care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, with years of...

Hannah H. says "Heather is lovely and dependable. She's been walking my golden retriever for a while now and we just love her!"

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Jan M.

Pet Sitter/ Walker

Houston, TX

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, My name is Jan, and I would love to help take care of your pet! I have always loved animals, especially dogs and cats, and I would be happy to walk, feed, play with, and give them all the attention they need while you're away. I understand how important it is to have peace of mind when you're away, knowing that your pet is...
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Evon B.

Pet Sitter

Houston, TX

from
$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Pick me! Pick me! I love animals (cats and dogs are at the top of my list)! I've been a cat owner for most of my life and am currently a nanny for a dog. (I also care for her family). Overall, I'm very friendly, responsible and a conscientious worker. Hope to hear more about your dog. Thanks kindly! Evon
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Guadalupe J.

Guadalupe

Houston, TX

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Patient and caring pet sitter 10+ years of experience with various dog breeds( including large dogs). Eager to take as furry clientele on long strees relieving walks regardless of weather condition. In previous role handles up to 4 dogs and 1 epileptic dog. Your baby will enjoy our walks and our sits.
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Kaitlin B.

Houston, TX

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting inside your own home. I have 3 dogs and one cat of my own and I am an animal lover. I have experience pet sitting in home for multiple days at a time. I will ensure that your animals are taken care of and can administer medicine, provide dog walking, and whatever requests you may have.
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Chloe D.

Houston, TX

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have two cats and two dogs of my own. My other experience is house sitting with pets for friends and family over the years.
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Lorena E.

Pet sitter, Dog Lover !

Houston, TX

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
True dog lover ! Have a huge heart for animals in general ! I am ALWAYS rescuing hurt or homeless animals. I have two dogs of my own, a pit bull name Woo and a tea cup Yorkie name Princess. I love taking them for walks, dog parks, and family functions. I can lend a helping hand to families with any needs they have with their...
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Veronica P.

Pet Sitter/dog Walker

Houston, TX

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have two cats and I am able to care for animals. Pet sitter- cats/dogs Dog walker- I am mostly free afternoons/evenings and I am able to pet sit on weekends.
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Eusebia R.

Houston, TX

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. As a former pet owner of Shepherds and Chihuahuas, I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can provide baths and light grooming. I have reliable transportation and is available if needed.
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Nicole D.

Houston, TX

from
$8/hr
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hi there! I'm a 40+ mom, who has 20+ years experience caring for the furry babies. My first career in what feels like a lifetime ago, was animal care. I was a vet tech going to school for canine behavior (dog training). special needs animals or the ones with quirky personalities don't scare me. I did click childcare, but not in...
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Lendsay G.

Pet Sitter

Houston, TX

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've babysat pets for my friends when they go out on vacation for almost 2 years and a half, I love animals, I would care for a fish, cats, and dogs. I am hard working and I am looking into becoming a veterinarian ^_^
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Joy S.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I grew up with dogs around and all of my siblings have them so I have done A LOT of pet sitting! :) I also don't mind cats. I don't have pets of my own because of my small apartment but would love to watch and take care of yours in your place. Thank you and hope to hear from you soon!

Care Member says "Joy is amazing! She has helped me with my dog since I sustained a foot injury 6 weeks ago. My dog loves her and races out the front door as soon as she...

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Taylor B.

Part-time House/animal Sitter/walker

Houston, TX

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have about 6 years of experience with walking and caring for animals of different kinds; including dogs, cats, pigs, and lizards. I have pets of my own and would consider myself an animal lover! I have stayed in the home of families with animals and done daily check-ins on their animals to walk, feed, and play with them.
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Nelcy S.

Love Care For Your Furry Friend

Houston, TX

from
$8/hr
Boarding
pet walking
grooming
Hi, I'm [Your Name], a passionate and dedicated pet care professional with 2 of experience nurturing furry friends. My love for animals drives me to provide top-notch care, ensuring your pets feel safe, loved, and happy while you're away. I specialize in dog walking, pet sitting, and basic grooming for dogs, cats, and small...
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Malayah G.

Pet Care

Houston, TX

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Malayah! I'm a CPR & First Aid certified caregiver with over 2 years of hands-on experience working with children (from infants to age 9) and families across Houston. I currently work as a Montessori assistant teacher and also nanny for several families, including school pickups, meal prep, bedtime routines, and light...
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Kathleen M.

Houston, TX

from
$14/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm Kathleen- an animal lover and devoted pet parent Aside from caring for my own 2 dogs and cat everyday, I have 4 years of hands on experience with pet sitting. Whether it's walks, playtime, or overnight care, I bring the same level of attention and care to your beloved pets as I do my own.
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Gwyndalyn H.

Houston, TX

from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I first started working with animals in 2022 as a pet sitter for various friends and family, I then moved out of state where I started pet sitting for a larger clientele. I've since moved back and for the last year I have been working as an assistant manager for a cat boarding facility. Aside from that I have had pets my whole...
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  • 354 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.45/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.8

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Houston, TX

Dog sitters near you in Houston, TX can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Houston, TX to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Houston, TX is $13.45.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Houston, TX. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Houston, TX we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Houston, TX, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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