In-home dog boarding in Houston
Your dog stays in a real Houston home, Heights bungalow, Montrose townhome, or Memorial ranch with a fenced yard. Verified Petme sitters, daily updates, and up to $20,000 in vet protection on every booking.
Why Petme
Why Houston owners choose Petme for dog boarding
Every boarding stay in Houstonis 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 Houston
Browse verified pet sitters across the country. Our grid updates based on your location.
Neighborhoods we cover
Verified sitters in every Houston neighborhood
From The Heights to Sugar Land, Petme sitters live across the Houston metro. Short drop-off, familiar walking routes, and a home environment close to your dog's day-to-day.
- The Heights
- Montrose
- River Oaks
- Midtown
- Memorial
- Bellaire
- West University
- EaDo
- Rice Military
- Garden Oaks
- Spring Branch
- Sugar Land
How it works
Three steps to your perfect boarding sitter in Houston
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 Houston?
In-home dog boarding in Houston typically runs $30-$65 per night, with most stays around $42/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.
Local guide
Dog boarding in Houston, TX: what to know
Houston is a sprawling, car-first city where dog life is shaped by yards, AC, and the calendar, eight months of comfortable outdoor weather bracketed by intense summer heat. Petme sitters across the metro understand the rhythm: morning walks at Memorial Park or Buffalo Bayou, mid-day indoor time during summer highs, and yard-based play in the cooler half of the year. Whether you live in a Heights bungalow, a Montrose townhome, or a Memorial estate, there is a verified sitter nearby with the setup your dog needs.
For Houston pet owners, Petme charges 0% commission. The rate agreed with the sitter is the rate paid, no booking fees, no service charges. Cashback is credited automatically after each completed stay. Every booking includes up to $20,000 in veterinary protection, meaningful coverage given that emergency visits to VERGI 24/7 or Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists can otherwise run into thousands.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about dog boarding in Houston.
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