Skip to available boarding sitters
Dog Boarding · Dallas, TX

In-home dog boarding in Dallas

Your dog stays in a real Dallas home, Lakewood bungalow with a yard, Uptown high-rise with a verified Petme sitter, or a Plano family home. Daily walks, photo updates, and up to $20,000 in vet protection on every booking.

Find a Boarding SitterFree meet-and-greet · Cancel anytime
$20K
Vet protection
per booking
0%
Owner fee
no commission
Cashback
After every stay
compounds
Verified
Background-checked
every sitter

Why Petme

Why Dallas owners choose Petme for dog boarding

Every boarding stay in Dallasis designed around one thing: your peace of mind. No kennel cages, no rotating staff, no last-minute surprises, just a verified sitter, a real home, and a routine that fits your dog's real life.

0% commission

Zero fee for pet owners

No commission. No service charges. The nightly rate you agree with your sitter is the full price you pay. No surprises at checkout, ever.

Cashback rewards

Cashback after every stay

Earn money back on every completed boarding booking. Cashback compounds with use and applies to future bookings on Petme.

Trusted sitters

Verified, background-checked sitters

Every boarding sitter on Petme is reviewed by our trust & safety team. Only verified, background-checked sitters can accept boarding bookings.

$20,000 protection

$20,000 vet protection

Every booking includes up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage from drop-off to pickup. If your dog needs emergency care during the stay, eligible costs are covered.

Available Sitters in Dallas

Browse verified pet sitters across the country. Our grid updates based on your location.

Please wait...

Neighborhoods we cover

Verified sitters in every Dallas neighborhood

From Uptown to Frisco, Petme sitters live across the Dallas metro. Short drop-off, familiar walking routes, and a home environment close to your dog's day-to-day.

  • Uptown
  • Bishop Arts District
  • Lakewood
  • Oak Lawn
  • Highland Park
  • Deep Ellum
  • Knox-Henderson
  • Lower Greenville
  • Preston Hollow
  • Las Colinas
  • Plano
  • Frisco

How it works

Three steps to your perfect boarding sitter in Dallas

Find a sitter, meet in person, then book with full vet protection. The whole process happens inside the Petme app, transparent, verified, and built around your dog's comfort.

Search boarding sitters nearby

Browse verified boarding sitters in your city. Filter by price, star rating, home setup (yard, AC, own pets), neighborhood, and availability for your dates.

Free meet-and-greet

Schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet at the sitter's home before committing. Confirm your dog feels comfortable and the home is the right fit.

Book, relax, earn cashback

Drop off with confidence. Get photo and message updates throughout the stay. When the booking completes, cashback lands automatically in your Petme account.

Typical pricing

How much is dog boarding in Dallas?

In-home dog boarding in Dallas typically runs $30-$70 per night, with most stays around $45/night. Petme charges 0% commission for pet owners, so the rate you agree with your sitter is the rate you pay, no hidden service fees, ever.

Budget
$30
Lower-end nightly rate
Most common
$45
Typical Dallas stay
Premium
$70
Experienced / specialty sitters

Local guide

Dog boarding in Dallas, TX: what to know

Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the largest US metros by both human and dog population, and Petme sitters reflect the full range, from Uptown high-rise dwellers and Bishop Arts loft owners to Lakewood ranch-home families and Plano cul-de-sac homes with big yards. Whether your dog's normal life is morning walks around White Rock Lake, a quick stroll at Klyde Warren Park, or a sprint around a Frisco backyard, you can find a verified in-home boarder with a matching routine.

For DFW pet owners, Petme charges 0% commission. The nightly rate you agree with the sitter is the entire price, no service fees, no markups. Cashback is credited automatically after each completed stay, and every booking includes up to $20,000 in veterinary protection. That backstop matters given the cost of emergency visits at MedVet Dallas, BluePearl Plano, or Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas.

Explore cities in the United States

Find trusted pet sitters across the country

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about dog boarding in Dallas.

How much does dog boarding cost in Dallas?
DFW in-home boarding typically runs $30-$70 per night. Highland Park, Preston Hollow, and Uptown sit on the higher end; Plano, Garland, and the suburbs trend lower. Petme charges owners 0% commission, no service fees on top of the sitter rate.
Are there sitters near White Rock Lake or Klyde Warren Park?
Yes, many Lakewood, M-Streets, and East Dallas sitters walk regularly at White Rock Lake. Uptown and Downtown sitters frequent Klyde Warren Park, and Bishop Arts sitters use Lake Cliff Park. Each neighborhood has its dog-walking culture.
Do Dallas sitters have fenced yards?
Yes, fenced backyards are very common in Dallas, especially in Lakewood, Preston Hollow, Highland Park, Plano, and Frisco. Filter by "fenced yard" when searching and most neighborhoods will show multiple options.
How do Dallas sitters handle Texas summer heat?
Experienced Dallas sitters walk dogs early morning and after sunset during June-September, use the pavement-temperature back-of-hand test, and keep dogs in AC during the day. Some have splash pools or covered patios for outdoor enrichment.
What does the $20,000 vet protection cover in Dallas?
Every Petme booking includes up to $20,000 in emergency veterinary coverage. If your dog needs urgent care at a 24-hour DFW clinic like MedVet Dallas, Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas, or BluePearl Plano during a stay, eligible costs are covered.
Can I find weekend boarding in DFW easily?
Uptown, Bishop Arts, and Lakewood book out fastest on weekends and holidays. Plan 1-2 weeks ahead for those neighborhoods; Plano, Frisco, and Las Colinas sitters generally have more flexibility on shorter notice.
Become a pet sitter

Want to be a pet sitter?

See how much you can earn with us.

Start Earning