Pet sitters in Houston, TX

Get dedicated in-home pet care while you travel. Just create a listing and our pet sitters will reach out to you.

7.5 million

nights of pet sitting

104,000

experienced pet sitters

107,000

satisfied pet parents

133,000

happy pets

Pet sitters searching near Houston

We have 334 pet and dog sitters looking for sits near Houston. They’re rated, reviewed and verified - and exchange pet care for new places to stay while travelling.

See how pet sitting in Houston works

1. Choose your plan

Pay once a yer for unlimited, in-home pet care. Sitters don't charge extra fees.

2. Create your listing

Describe your home and pets, and add the dates you'll be away.

3. Review sitter applications

See who applied to your listing and vet sitters before you commit.

Keeping your home and pets safe

Money Back Promise

If you can't find a sitter, we'll refund you*.

Home and Contents Plan

Get cover against damage, theft and accidents*.

Sit Cancellation Plan

Claim compensation if sitters cancel last minute*.

24/7 Vet Advice Line

Round-the-clock support for sitters while they're pet sitting.

Vet-approved pet care

Pets are happier at home, surrounded by sights and smells they know.
*Terms apply. Only available on Standard and/or Premium plans.
Why we sit

Why our sitters love to pet sit

Every pet sitter in Houston and beyond has their own story. But they all have two things in common: they love pets and travel.

98% of our sits result in a five-star review

Unlimited pet care, one annual fee

Comparing pet care costs for the year:

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Questions about pet and dog sitting

No, unlike other platforms, our sitters sit for love, not money. After paying an annual membership, no money changes hands between our members.

It’s a win-win situation. Sitters exchange their love and care for a stay in your home and the chance to make new furry friends. While pet parents can travel with peace of mind, knowing their pets are loved and cared for.
Our sitters love all kinds of homes and locations. For them, it’s less about grand accommodation and more about staying in real homes and living like a local.

They prefer cosy homes where they can embed themselves in the local community, spend time with adorable pets and make special travel memories.

So as long as your home is clean, tidy and welcoming, our sitters would love to stay.
The first thing to do is to register for free. Once you’re registered, you can explore our platform and decide which membership plan is right for you. We offer three annual memberships – Basic, Standard and Premium.

After you’ve chosen and paid for your membership, you can create your listing. This is your chance to describe your home and pets, and add the dates you’ll be away.

As soon as your listing is live, pet sitters can apply. You can browse their applications and shortlist the ones you think are right. You also have the option to invite sitters directly.

We recommend meeting face-to-face or via video call before confirming the sit to make sure it’s a good match for your home and pets.
Most pet parents confirm a sitter within a day. But this can vary depending on your location and the level of detail you’ve shared in your listing.

For extra peace of mind, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
We know arranging to have a pet sitter in your home for the first time may seem daunting. But we do everything in our power to keep all our members safe:

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We do background and/or ID checks, ask for external references and verify email addresses and phone numbers.

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After a sit, our pet parents rate and review their sitter and give honest feedback.

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You can screen sitters before you commit by meeting them face-to-face or via a video call.
Our Home and Contents Plan covers you for up to $1 million against property damage, theft and sitter accidents. This is included in our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships.

Premium Pet Parent members also benefit from our Sit Cancellation Plan that protects you in case your sitter cancels.

And lastly, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
When you arrange a pet sitter through TrustedHousesitters, you only pay for your annual membership – no other money changes hands.

Like you, our pet sitters pay an annual fee to join our community and use our platform. They don’t get paid or charge for their services.

They do it because they love pets and travel. So in exchange for a place to stay, they’ll look after your pets and take care of your home while you’re away.

If you book a sitter who isn’t part of our community, the average cost of pet sitting in Houston, TX is $1.71 per hour, $68.33 per week for 40 hours or $222.08 per month for 130 hours.

Traditional pet sitting services and private sitters charge an average of $112.50 per night, and for a dog sitter, the rate averages at $135 per night. So for just a week away, pet parents could be spending almost $800 for pet care on average, and that’s before they’ve paid for the trip itself. 

Thankfully, pet sitting rates simply don’t exist here at TrustedHousesitters - pet parents pay one annual membership fee which allows them to welcome as many sitters as needed throughout the year. And with nothing exchanged between sitters and pet parents but loving pet care and a place to stay, owners get peace of mind that they’re in it for love, not money.

To connect with people pet sitting in Houston who are experienced in looking after multiple pets at once, simply showcase your furry family in your listing and state their needs. 

Whether you need someone who’s experienced in dog walking multiple pups at a time, or a sitter who knows how to care for both cats, rabbits and bearded dragons, simply be upfront about the animals who need caring for and chat with potential sitters before confirming.

To find people dog sitting in Houston who know how to care for elderly dogs, be sure to be clear and upfront about all of your pup’s needs in your listing. Whether they need help with meal times, prefer a gentler walk, need taking to vet appointments or they’re on a course of medication, let potential sitters know so that you’ll attract someone who’s up for the task. Read sitters reviews, explore their profiles, and set up a call with potential sitters to chat through all of your dog’s pet care requirements.

Pet sitters in Houston

Leaving Houston? Your pet's happiness won’t be a problem. That’s because you can find in-home, loving pet sitters in Houston to care for your fluffy family members while you enjoy time away. 

Pets are happier at home. And vets agree. After all, wouldn't your four-legged friends prefer the familiar sights, chews and comforts to a chaotic kennel? Of course they would. With a cat or dog sitter in Houston, you can give your fur babies that level of comfort and happiness while you’re away.

It couldn’t be easier to get started. Simply browse our community of lovely pet sitters in Houston and keep those tails wagging and kitties purring.