Petme · Houston

Pet sitters in Houston, no service fees for owners

0% owner fee. Up to 5% cashback on every booking. $20,000 vet protection included.

Verified dog and cat sitters across The Heights to Sugar Land in Houston. No service fee for pet owners, up to 5% cashback on every completed booking, $20,000 vet protection included on every stay.

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0% owner fee + cashback

$66better off on Petme

Booking$420

On Petme$400+$20 Cashback

Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%

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.

Owner service fee on Petme

$20,000

Vet protection per booking

Up to 5%

Cashback on every booking

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Houston

Browse verified pet sitters in Houston. Tap any sitter to see their services, rates and reviews.

Dibora Tedros

fluffy_duck1858

Walks, playtime, and lots of love—because every pet deserves the best care🐾🐾❤️

Houston

Vivian

vivian_g

Your Pet’s Fun Aunt!

Houston

Sebrina Kennedy-Andy

bre_dogtreats1978

I absolutely love dogs it’s nothing more to say.

Houston

Alo

friendly_parrot1143

Treating your fur babies like they’re my own, because I have three who trained me well☺️🐾

Houston

Kahdeja S

roaring_phoenix1588

Hi there! I’m so happy you stopped by 🐾 I absolutely love caring for animals and making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while their humans are away. Whether it’s playtime, walks, cuddles, or ju

Houston

Edwin

needwin

safe walks. happy tails. zero worries.

Houston

Hannah Thomson

khimikrow

All-Animal Veterinary Technician!

Houston

Ashley Alvarado

paws_with_ashley

I’m a dedicated and attentive pet caregiver who treats every dog and cat like family, providing dependable, structured care you can trust.

Pasadena

Shelbie

sleepy_elephant1076

Hi! Do you have dogs that need walking? Whether your pups are lazy or active doesn't matter to me. I am happy to help!

Houston

Stephanie Barahona

sstephanieba

Hi! My name is Stephanie and I’m a passionate, reliable pet lover who treats every fur baby like family. I have hands-on experience caring for my own dog, which has taught me the importance of patienc

Houston

Payton Passmore

zippy_seahorse1802

Trusted pet care from a fellow animal lover!

Pasadena

Ashlynn Harrison

exuberant_crab1545

Hey yall! my name is Ashlynn, I have been around all types of animals just about my whole life! I have helped with animals as big as horses to animals as small as hamsters! I have always connected wit

Pearland

Melannie Campos

prancing_tiger1045

I just can’t wait to meet you pawsome pets! They will always feel loved and appreciated when I am with them and won’t make you regret booking with me! (TIME AVAILABILITY VARIES, PLEASE LOOK AT MY PROF

Houston

Neisha

wiggly_cheetah1172

I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember, and I treat every pet with the same care, patience, and attention I’d want for my own.❤️

Houston

Karla

quirky_dolphin1330

I would love to take care of your furry baby!

Katy

Jessica Moran

purring_cat1295

Your pets deserve the best! Experienced daycare caregiver offering walks, drop-ins, and cozy boarding they’ll love 🤍

Spring

Dialena Rey

howling_lynx1292

“Love, care, and safety for your furry family.”

Katy

K Mahendran

kspetcare

Safe, Comfortable Care!

Katy

Carolina Morales

quirky_sphynx1177

Your fur baby’s new best friend :)

Tomball

Audriana

jumpy_wolf1737

Hi! I’m Audriana, I’m experienced with pets and always make sure they feel comfortable, cared for, and have fun!

Cypress

The cashback maths

What you actually save on a typical booking

Worked example: a 5-night dog-boarding stay in Houston at $65 per night. The sitter sets the same rate either way — the difference is what each platform stacks on top.

	Fee-charging platforms	Petme
Sitter rate (5 nights × $65)	$325	$325
Pet-owner service fee (~11%)	$35–$50	$0
Booking subtotal	$360–$375	$325
Cashback earned	—	−$16
Effective cost	$360–$375	$309

Competitor column reflects platforms that charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter rate (Rover, Wag, Care.com). Petme charges pet owners 0% and credits up to 5% cashback automatically into your Petme balance.

Comparison

Petme vs other US platforms

Typical platforms

Pet owners pay a platform service fee on top of every booking (typically 5–11%).

No cashback. Repeat bookings cost the same as the first.

Limited or paywalled vet protection. Some platforms cap medical reimbursement at $1,000–$5,000.

Sitter matching rotates you through whoever is available. No same-sitter guarantee.

Petme

Pet owners pay 0% on Petme. The sitter sets the rate, you pay only the rate.

Up to 5% cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance instantly.

$20,000 in vet expenses included on every booking, no deductible, no upcharge.

Search and rebook the same sitter directly. Most Petme owners stick with one preferred sitter after the first 2–3 bookings.

Protection and cashback

Protection and cashback, automatic

$20,000 vet protection on every booking

Every booking on Petme includes up to $20,000 in vet expenses if something happens during the stay. The protection is automatic, has no deductible, and applies whether you book one drop-in visit or a two-week boarding. No claim form to fill out before the vet visit: open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates with the clinic.

Automatic cashback, no signup, no opt-in

When a booking completes, up to 5% cashback is credited to your Petme balance straight away. Use the balance toward your next booking, no expiry, no minimum. The more you book, the more comes back.

How it works

Search your neighborhood

Pick your dates, choose a service, and browse verified sitters in your part of the city. Read profiles, reviews, and house rules before reaching out.

Message in chat, meet in person

Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, share your pet's routine, and confirm any medical or feeding needs.

Book inside the app, get cashback

Confirm the booking, the sitter is notified, and up to 5% cashback lands in your Petme balance automatically when the stay ends.

Local context

Booking a sitter in Houston: what to know

Gulf humidity pushes the heat index past 105°F from May through September, and asphalt burns paws by mid-morning. Houston sitters walk at dawn and after dusk, carry water on every outing, and track named-storm season from June to November. Energy-sector business travel and the summer vacation window drive boarding demand, with a second peak over the winter holidays. Hurricane-evacuation windows create short-notice boarding and house-sitting requests across the metro. A large share of Houston owners message sitters in Spanish first. Bilingual sitter profiles convert noticeably faster across the East End, Spring Branch, and Sharpstown.

Pet care services in Houston

Pet Boarding

Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Houston

Dog Walking

Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Houston

House Sitting

In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Houston

Drop-in Visits

Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Houston

Doggy Daycare

Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Houston

Related Petme pages

Related pages for Houston

Become a sitter in Houston True cost of pet sitting in Houston US pet-sitter directory Pet sitters near you in Houston Dog boarding · Houston Dog walkers · Houston Cat sitters · Houston Doggy daycare · Houston Drop-in visits · Houston House sitters · Houston Dog sitters · Houston Pet sitting jobs in Houston

Nearby metros

Pet sitters in cities near Houston

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are pet sitters in Houston really vetted?

Yes. Every Petme sitter in Houston passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check before their profile goes live. First bookings are tagged so you can see whether a sitter is new or established, and reviews are open and unfiltered.

What does the 0% owner fee actually mean in practice?

Other US platforms (Rover, Wag, Care.com) charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter's rate at checkout — typically 5% to 11%. Petme charges pet owners 0%. You pay the rate the sitter sets, nothing else. On a $325 5-night boarding, that's $35–$50 you don't pay.

How does cashback work for Houston bookings?

When you complete a booking with a sitter in Houston, Petme credits up to 5% of the booking value back into your in-app balance. The balance applies to your next booking with no expiry and no minimum. New customers see the credit within hours of booking completion.

What happens if my pet needs a vet during a stay in Houston?

Every Petme booking automatically includes up to $20,000 in vet expenses if something goes wrong during the stay. The protection has no deductible and applies whether you book one walk or a two-week boarding. Open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates directly with the Houston clinic.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Yes. Each sitter sets their own cancellation policy and it's shown clearly on their profile before you book. Cancellations made inside the sitter's free-cancel window are refunded in full to your original payment method.

What about Houston-specific rules I should know?

Texas requires no state pet-sitter licence and levies no state income tax. Houston enforces a citywide leash ordinance and waste pickup; pet-sitting income is reported federally on a Schedule C, with a 1099-NEC from Petme past $600 a year.

Is Petme an app or a website?

Both. Search and read profiles on the website. Booking, messages, payment, and cashback all run inside the iOS and Android app.

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Find a sitter, message in chat, book inside the app. Cashback lands automatically when the booking is done.

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