In-home sitters in Houston for your next trip
Overview
If you’re going on a vacation or are going to be working overtime at work for the next few weeks, it’s generally a good idea to ensure that your dog, cat, or other at-home animal is cared for while you’re gone. While you can sometimes get friends or family members to care for them, there are plenty of options available in Texas if you’re looking for a slightly more professional touch. In-home sitters are a great way to get care for your pet even when you’re not home. Here are a few Houston sitters that you can check out.
Connect with an online vet in HoustonPlease note: The following information was correct at the time of publication but may have recently changed. We recommend contacting the business you are interested in visiting to ensure your pet can be accommodated.
1. Inner Loop Pet Sitting
The team of pet experts at Inner Loop Pet Sitting are always dedicated to maintaining your trust and confidence, providing personalized, one-on-one services that are individualized to each animal. Whether you have dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, sugar gliders, chinchillas, or something even more exotic, Inner Loop can help you get the services you need to ensure their health and safety. Their services are available whether you have to work long hours or you are taking a long vacation.
Inner Loop Pet Sitting is bonded and insured through the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS).
2. Lucy Goo Pet Sitting
For many years now, Lucy Goo has been operating in Houston as one of the preeminent pet-sitting services, voted Houston’s best pet-sitting service in Houston PetTalk magazine for multiple years. Dog walking, cat play dates, and specialty services are available depending on your specific pet's needs. Additionally, if you live outside of the neighborhoods listed on the website, Lucy Goo might still be able to offer services with an additional travel fee.
Contact Lucy Goo Pet Sitting to learn more about licensing and bonding.
3. Houston Dog Butler
With more than a thousand clients worth of practice, Houston Dog Butler has perfected the process of sitting for all kinds of dogs, cats, and other animals. Every pet care expert working for Houston Dog Butler is an employee rather than an independent contractor, and their Customer App allows you to always stay in touch and learn more about what’s going on at your home. Pet-care services are available 365 days per year, and additional pets per household are free.
Contact Houston Dog Butler to learn more about insurance and bonding.
4. Stay Home Pet Sitting
Stay Home Pet Sitting believes in offering truly individualized services for your dog, cat, or other animals. Whether you just need a quick drop-in visit, a house visit to manage plants and mail, care for sick or special needs animals, or anything else, Stay Home can help you maintain your peace of mind. Plus, even if you don’t see a specific service you’re interested in, you can contact Stay Home to determine whether the owner, Stephanie, will be able to meet your needs.
Stay Home Pet Sitting is bonded and insured by Pet Sitters Associates LLC.
5. WAGS Dog Walking + Pet Sitting
WAGS, which is run by Estelle Mack, is a dog-walking and pet-sitting service that believes in offering your dogs and cats the absolute best experience at all times. With options available for dog walking, dog running, ride-and-park services at dog parks, and even sleepovers for overnight in-home care, you can tailor these services as needed to your preferences.
WAGS is bonded, insured, and certified as a member of Pet Sitters International, Dock Dogs, PetTech, and the Houston Dog Park Association.
Get the best care for your beloved pet
Getting high-quality care for a pet is an important part of being that animal’s caretaker. This includes the care you give them and the care they receive when you’re out of the home. However, before you leave, it’s a good idea to make sure your dog, cat, or other animal is ready for sitting. If you have questions about overall health or behavioral concerns, book an online virtual care appointment with Vetster to get answers.
