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The same insured, background-checked employee cares for your pets every visit — never a gig worker. Free in-home meet-and-greet, and a 100% money-back guarantee.
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Credentials Dallas families can check for themselves
- $25 for 25 minutes, one pet
- Extra pet $3
- Dog walking plans from $23
- Free in-home meet-and-greet
We cover Dallas, including North Dallas, Preston Hollow, Uptown, Downtown, White Rock Lake, Lakewood, Knox-Henderson, Lower Greenville, the M Streets, and the Cedars. Sitters already know high-rise fobs, concierge desks, and the White Rock Lake Trail.
We’re already taking Thanksgiving and Christmas bookings. Phones 6:00am–11:00pm Central. A manager is on call 24/7 if a visit needs backup.
Looking for a trusted pet sitter in Dallas?
Dallas is a big city with a lot of pet sitting options — and a lot of ways to get burned. Between gig apps, unvetted freelancers, and boarding facilities that treat your dog like a number, finding someone you genuinely trust with your pets and your home isn’t easy.
DFW Pet Sitting has been caring for Dallas pets since 2003. Every pet sitter and dog walker we assign in Dallas is a W-2 employee of our company, not an independent contractor or gig worker. They’re background-checked, trained, insured, and bonded. And they live right here in Dallas, usually within 5 miles of your front door.
We’re not an app. We’re not a marketplace. When you book with us, you’ll meet your assigned pet sitter in person before your first service. That person becomes your sitter — the same face every time, someone your pets will recognize and trust.
We monitor every visit through our pet sitting software. Phones are answered 6:00am–11:00pm Central. A manager is on call 24/7 if a visit needs backup from our 250+ employees across DFW.
Why Dallas families choose DFW Pet Sitting
Unlike apps like Rover or Wag where you’re hiring a stranger with a profile, our Dallas pet sitters are professionally managed employees. Here’s what that means for you:
Your sitter lives in Dallas. Our Dallas branch covers North Dallas, Uptown, Downtown, White Rock Lake, Turtle Creek, Park Cities, Lake Highlands, and surrounding neighborhoods. Your sitter isn’t commuting from the suburbs — they’re right in your neighborhood. Less drive time means more time with your pets.
One person, every time. The pet sitter you meet at your free consultation is the only person who will ever enter your home. No rotating strangers. Your pets get consistency, and you get peace of mind. Building codes and concierge instructions stay with that one employee.
We monitor every visit. Our management team tracks every scheduled visit in real time. If a sitter hasn’t checked in, we know within hours — not days. Nothing falls through the cracks.
Real insurance and bonding. Every sitter is covered under our company’s liability insurance and bonding. This isn’t a $1 million “guarantee” from an app — it’s actual commercial coverage.
Emergency backup that works. Life happens. If your sitter has an emergency, we don’t leave you scrambling. Our manager activates our emergency replacement protocol, notifies you immediately, and sends a qualified backup sitter from the Dallas area. With the density of our 250+ employees in Dallas, backup is never far away.
What we offer in Dallas
Vacation & Travel Pet Sitting — Whether you’re flying out of Love Field or DFW Airport, heading to a work conference, or taking a weekend getaway, your Dallas sitter will follow your pets’ exact routine — feeding times, medications, walks, playtime, and all the belly rubs. We handle dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish, and small caged animals. No need to board your pets in an unfamiliar kennel.
Daily Dog Walking — Perfect for Dallas professionals with puppies, senior dogs, or demanding work schedules. Your dog walker commits to a consistent weekly schedule — same person, same times. We’re not “Uber for dog walkers.” Whether you live in Uptown, near White Rock Lake, or in the M Streets, your walker is nearby and consistent. White Rock Lake Trail and the Katy Trail are the usual loops when your dog needs more than a hallway.
Cat Sitting — Cats hate leaving home, and they don’t need to. Our Dallas cat sitters specialize in feline care, including medication administration, insulin shots, sub-q fluids, and asthma inhalers. See how a 25-minute Dallas cat visit works.
Short-Notice & Holiday Coverage — Dallas is a city that moves fast. Because our sitters live locally, we can often accommodate last-minute requests before a Love Field flight or a holiday weekend. Thanksgiving and Christmas fill first. Call if you already have travel dates.
House Sitting & Home Checks — Mail and porch packages (Uptown and Knox-Henderson deliveries add up), lights, bins, plants, and a walk-through. Most Dallas clients add this onto pet visits rather than booking it alone — especially in a high-rise, a condo in the Cedars, or a house in Lakewood or the M Streets, where an empty home is obvious.
What Makes Us Different From Rover and Wag
Uptown key fobs, White Rock Lake walking routes, and a Love Field departure are not a job for a stranger with a profile. You are hiring a managed W-2 employee of a company that has sat pets in Dallas since 2003. Side by side:
| Rover / Wag | DFW Pet Sitting | |
|---|---|---|
| Who enters your home | A different contractor each time you book | One assigned sitter — the same person, every visit |
| Who they work for | Independent gig contractor | W-2 employee: background-checked, trained, supervised |
| If something goes wrong | Platform “guarantee” with exclusions | Commercial liability insurance and bonding |
| If your sitter cancels | You re-book and hope | Manager activates backup from 250+ DFW staff |
| Oversight | Nothing between you and the sitter | Every visit tracked by a manager in real time |
| Before your first visit | Optional chat, often skipped | Free in-person meet-and-greet, always |
Cat sitting in Dallas
Dallas cats do better at home than in a carrier to a kennel — especially in an Uptown high-rise or a Lakewood bungalow. A visit is 25 minutes: fresh water, food the way you portion it, a scooped box, play, and a look at how your cat is actually doing. You get a photo.
Sitters handle pills, insulin, sub-q fluids, eye drops, and inhalers. If a cat hides in an Uptown condo, a Knox-Henderson townhome, or an M Streets spare bedroom they have never fully mapped, they sit on the floor and wait. They do not leave without seeing the cat.
Once a day is the minimum for a healthy adult. Kittens, seniors, and medical cats need two. We will not leave a pile of food and a full box over a long holiday weekend — especially when a Love Field trip turns into two extra nights.
Your Home’s Security Is Our Priority
We take a different approach from most pet sitting companies. Our sitters don’t wear branded uniforms or drive marked vehicles. There are no signs in your yard announcing that you’re away.
Your pet sitter looks like they could be a family member or neighbor stopping by. Nobody in your building or neighborhood will know you’re traveling. We don’t want to advertise at your expense — we want your house to look like someone is home.
This matters in Dallas — whether you’re in a high-rise in Uptown, a condo in the Cedars, a townhome in Knox-Henderson, or a house in Lakewood or the M Streets. We understand the unique security considerations of both urban living and established residential neighborhoods. Discretion isn’t a perk — it’s standard. Gate codes, key fobs, and concierge check-ins stay with the one assigned person.
Neighborhoods we serve in Dallas
Dallas is enormous, and we don’t pretend to cover every corner. Our Dallas branch focuses on the areas where we have the strongest team of local pet sitters:
North Dallas — Far North Dallas, Preston Hollow, Valley View, Galleria area. Close to our Plano, Addison, and Richardson branches for seamless backup coverage.
Uptown & Downtown — High-rise condos, townhomes, and the urban professionals who need reliable mid-day dog walking on a consistent schedule. Sitters already know building access, elevators, and balcony safety.
White Rock Lake & Lakewood — One of Dallas’s most dog-friendly areas. Our sitters love taking dogs on the White Rock Lake Trail.
Knox-Henderson, Lower Greenville & the M Streets — Young professionals and pet owners who need flexible scheduling and last-minute availability. The Cedars is in this mix too.
Nearby Dallas neighborhoods with their own pages: Turtle Creek, Highland Park, University Park, and Lake Highlands. Coverage follows your address, not the map. Call (214) 574-7387 or text (214) 360-7367 and we’ll match you with the closest sitter.
Meet our sitters
You meet your assigned Dallas-area sitter in your home before the first paid visit. They are a W-2 employee, not a rotating contractor. Ashley and Laura in the office handle scheduling. A manager is on call 24/7 if a visit needs a backup sitter from our 250+ staff. No photos on this page — you meet them in person.
Our Dallas sitters work only within a 5-mile radius of where they live, covering North Dallas, Uptown, Downtown, White Rock Lake, Lakewood, Knox-Henderson, Lower Greenville, the M Streets, and the Cedars. The person you meet is the only person entering your house.
What clients say
Dallas families review us on the same Google listing as the rest of DFW — 4.9 stars from 500+ reviews. That is the company listing, not a Dallas storefront. We do not have a Dallas office. Read the reviews, then meet your sitter in person.
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Dallas’s best spots for dogs
With Dallas being the largest city in our service area, our sitters have explored every corner. Here are their top recommendations:
NorthBark Dog Park — 22.3 acres of off-leash heaven in far North Dallas. Your dog can run, swim in the pond, cool off in the pavilion, and even shower before hopping back in your car. Dog beach adjacent to the lake, plenty of shade, and water stations throughout. Over 400 five-star Google reviews. Easy freeway access. If you haven’t been, don’t delay.
White Rock Lake Trail — The crown jewel of Dallas dog walking. A 9.3-mile loop around one of Dallas’s most beautiful urban lakes. Paved paths, water access points, and some of the best people-and-dog-watching in the city. Our dog walkers consider this the ultimate Dallas dog outing.
Katy Trail — A 3.5-mile rails-to-trails path running from Uptown through Highland Park. Perfect for leashed walks with your dog on a weekend morning. Connects to the American Airlines Center area and the Katy Trail Ice House — one of Dallas’s most popular dog-friendly patios.
Mutts Canine Cantina (Uptown) — Part dog park, part restaurant. Fenced off-leash area with food, drinks, and a social atmosphere. Great for dogs who love other dogs.
We also regularly serve nearby Plano, Addison, Richardson, and Irving. Coverage follows your address, not the map. Call and we’ll match you with the closest sitter regardless of the city line.
Ready to meet your Dallas pet sitter in person? The in-home consultation is free, there is no obligation, and you will know exactly who is caring for your pets before you ever book a visit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Sitting in Dallas
How much does pet sitting cost in Dallas?
A standard drop-in visit is $25 for 25 minutes, one pet. Extra pet is $3. Dog walking plans start at $23. Unlike apps that add service fees on top, our price is your price. See the rates page or call (214) 574-7387.
Do I get to meet my pet sitter before booking?
Absolutely. Every new client gets a free in-person meet-and-greet with their assigned Dallas pet sitter. You’ll walk through your home together, go over your pets’ routines, show where supplies are kept, and make sure everyone — including your pets — is comfortable.
Do you have a Dallas office I can walk into?
No. Dallas is a city we serve, not a storefront. There is no Dallas street address, no lobby, and no map pin for a branch. Your assigned sitter comes to your home in Uptown, North Dallas, White Rock Lake, Lakewood, the M Streets, or wherever you live in Dallas. Phones are answered 6:00am–11:00pm Central. A manager is on call 24/7 if a visit needs backup.
Are your Dallas pet sitters background-checked?
Yes. Every employee undergoes a thorough background check before they’re hired. They’re also bonded and covered under our company’s commercial liability insurance. We don’t use independent contractors.
What happens if my pet sitter has an emergency?
We have a documented emergency replacement protocol. Our manager is notified immediately, contacts you, and assigns a qualified backup sitter from the Dallas area. With 250+ employees across DFW and strong coverage density in Dallas, we always have backup nearby. Your pets’ care is never interrupted.
Can you give my pet medication?
Yes. Our sitters are trained to administer oral medications, insulin injections, sub-q fluids, eye drops, and asthma inhalers. We’ll go over the medication routine during your meet-and-greet so the person who shows up already knows the cabinet, the fridge, and the cat who hides in an Uptown spare bedroom or a Lakewood bungalow.
Do you offer pet sitting for high-rise condos and apartments in Dallas?
Yes. Many of our Dallas sitters work in Uptown and other high-rise areas. They’re experienced with building access procedures, concierge check-ins, elevator logistics, and balcony safety for pets. Just let us know your building’s requirements during your meet-and-greet. Codes stay with that one employee.
I’m flying out of Love Field or DFW. Can you cover vacation sitting?
Yes. Love Field and DFW Airport trips are a regular Dallas request. Your assigned sitter keeps feeding, meds, walks, and play on your pets’ usual home schedule while you’re gone. Book the free meet-and-greet before you fly. Thanksgiving and Christmas fill first.
I need midday dog walking near White Rock Lake or the Katy Trail. Can you do that?
Yes. Midday walking is a common Dallas request for professionals in Uptown, Lakewood, and the M Streets. Same walker, same window, 25-minute visits. Walking plans start at $23. White Rock Lake Trail and the Katy Trail are the usual loops when your dog needs more than a hallway. Book the free meet-and-greet to set a weekday schedule.
Do you cover all of Dallas?
Our Dallas branch focuses on North Dallas, Uptown, Downtown, White Rock Lake, Lakewood, Knox-Henderson, Lower Greenville, the M Streets, and the Cedars. Nearby neighborhoods with their own pages include Turtle Creek, Highland Park, University Park, and Lake Highlands. We also have separate branches covering nearby Plano, Addison, Richardson, and Irving. Call (214) 574-7387 if you’re unsure about your specific neighborhood.
Do you offer overnight pet sitting in Dallas?
We offer extended visits and can customize a schedule that works for your pets’ needs. Call (214) 574-7387 to discuss overnight options for your specific situation.
How is DFW Pet Sitting different from Rover or Wag?
Rover and Wag are marketplace apps where you hire individual freelancers. We’re an established company with W-2 employees, professional management, visit monitoring, emergency backup protocols, and commercial insurance. Your sitter is vetted, trained, and supervised by our team — not just reviewed by strangers on an app.
We’re hiring pet sitters in Dallas
Love pets and live in the Dallas area? DFW Pet Sitting is hiring W-2 pet sitters and dog walkers throughout Dallas — including North Dallas, Uptown, White Rock Lake, Lakewood, Knox-Henderson, and surrounding neighborhoods. We’re looking for reliable pet lovers with flexible schedules who can accommodate visits within 5 miles of their home. Apply on our jobs page.