In-home dog boarding in Austin
Your dog stays in a real Austin home, East Side bungalow, South Congress condo, or Tarrytown ranch with a yard. Many sitters live a short walk from Lady Bird Lake or Zilker Park. Verified, cashback, and up to $22,000 in vet protection per stay.
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$66better off on Petme
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays up to 5% cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
In-home dog boarding in Austin typically runs $35 to $75 per night on Petme, with most bookings around $48. Petme charges pet owners 0% commission, so the sitter rate is the full price. Rate bands verified May 2026.
Dog Boarding in Austin
The kennel alternative: a real home, not a crate
Austin is one of the most dog-oriented cities in the US, patio-friendly restaurants, off-leash trails at Zilker and Red Bud Isle, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail around Lady Bird Lake, and a population where dogs are part of daily social life. Petme sitters across central Austin and the surrounding neighborhoods build their routines around this culture. Whether your dog's usual life is a morning swim at Red Bud Isle, a stroll along Town Lake, or an evening at a South Congress patio, there is a verified sitter nearby with the same rhythm.
For Austin owners, Petme charges 0% commission. The rate agreed with the sitter is the entire price, no platform fee, no markup. Cashback is credited automatically after every completed stay, and every booking includes up to $22,000 in veterinary protection. That coverage is worth real money in a city where emergency visits at Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center or Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty can otherwise run into the thousands.
Austin neighborhoods
Verified dog boarding across Austin
Pricing in Austin typically runs $35 to $75 per night, with most bookings around $48. Browse sitters in your neighborhood below.
Find a verified sitter for dog boarding in Austin
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- $0 owner booking fee, automatic cashback
- $22,000 vet protection on every booking
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FAQ
Common questions about dog boarding in Austin
How much does dog boarding cost in Austin?
Austin in-home boarding typically runs $35-$75 per night. Central neighborhoods like South Congress, Travis Heights, and Tarrytown sit on the higher end; East Austin and Mueller are slightly more affordable. Petme charges 0% owner commission.
Are there sitters near Lady Bird Lake or Zilker Park?
Yes, many of our Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, and East Austin sitters are within walking or short driving distance of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, Zilker's off-leash zones, and the dog-friendly stretch of Auditorium Shores.
Do Austin sitters have yards?
Many do, fenced backyards are common in Hyde Park, Tarrytown, Mueller, and the East Side, and most central neighborhoods have at least some yard-equipped sitters. Filter by "fenced yard" when searching to narrow the list.
How do Austin sitters handle summer heat and SXSW/ACL weekends?
Summer routines mean early-morning and evening walks, paw-safe pavement checks, and AC homes during the hottest hours. SXSW (March) and ACL (October) are peak demand weeks, book 4-6 weeks ahead for central Austin sitters during those windows.
What does the $22,000 vet protection cover in Austin?
Every Petme booking includes up to $22,000 in emergency veterinary coverage. If your dog needs urgent care at a 24-hour Austin clinic like Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center or Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty during a stay, eligible costs are covered.
Can I find dog-friendly social sitters in Austin?
Austin sitter profiles often mention dog-friendly social activities, patio dining at South Congress spots, Barton Springs lawn time, or social meetups at Red Bud Isle. Read the bio carefully to find a sitter whose lifestyle matches your dog's.
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