Recommended by The Four Seasons Hotel Houston

The care your dog deserves. The trust your family needs.

Come home to a happy, calm dog who got a real walk. A small team who all know your dog. That is real peace of mind.

Free meet and greet ($65 value)  ยท  No card needed

Insured and Bonded W-2 Team (background checked) 150+ Houston Families Since 2016 Serving Houston 4.9 Stars on Google
You love your dog. You also have a life to run.

It takes a pack to care for a pack.

Your dog gets their walk. You get your day back. At the office, on a call, or out of town, your dog's walk should never have to wait until you find a free hour. That is what we are here for.

The new client welcome

Everything you need to feel safe, before you pay a cent.

Free for new Houston clients

Your Meet and Greet plus Easy Setup

A calm visit at your home. You and your dog meet one of our pack leaders, and we get your profile and visits set up together.

  • โœ“Meet and greet at your homeYou and your dog meet one of our pack leaders in person. No pressure.$65 value
  • โœ“We build your pet profile togetherYou know your pet best. We walk you through setup and help you capture it all, from food and vet info to the little quirks.Included
  • โœ“Safe key and lockbox planYour key stays at your home. You always know where it is.Included

Your welcome visit is a $65 value. Yours free.

Get Your Free Meet and Greet โ†’

It takes about two minutes to book. No card needed.

Simple from day one

Three easy steps to a happier dog

Book your free meet and greet

Pick a time online in about two minutes. Want to talk first? Call or text us. No pressure either way.

Meet a pack leader

We come to your home, meet you and your dog, help you get set up, and make a safe key plan you control.

Relax, we have the leash

Steady walks from our small, trusted team. GPS routes and photos land on your phone after every visit.

Proof, every visit

See our five star service in action

After every visit you get a detailed report card in our client portal. You are always connected to your best friend, even from work or across the world.

  • A GPS tracked map of your dog's walk
  • Personal notes from your caregiver
  • Adorable photos, sometimes videos too
  • Full potty details (yes, we track that too!)
Get Report Cards Like These โ†’
Shady Waggers visit report with a GPS tracked walk map and caregiver notes Shady Waggers visit report with photos and a care checklist
Your home and your dog, kept safe

Letting someone in can feel scary. Here is why our clients stop worrying.

Your key stays at your home

A lockbox you control keeps your key on your property. You always know where it is, and it is there if you ever get locked out.

A real W-2 team

Every walker is an employee we background check and train, not an app stranger.

Proof after every visit

A map of the walk, photos, and a written report. Sometimes videos too. No guessing, ever.

See how we keep your pet safe โ†’

What we do

Pick your pup's perfect day

Tap a service to see how it works and what it costs.

Clear pricing

Care that fits your dog's life

Dogs love routine. Our weekly clients get priority booking over one time visits, plus our best rates. Steady care is what changes how a dog acts.

$85 Schedule as needed booked one visit at a time$70 Set it and forget it repeat weekly schedule, our best rate

Shady Waggers pricing, Houston TX. Recurring schedule rate versus schedule as needed rate.
ServiceDurationRecurring schedule rateSchedule as needed rate
Ultra Trek dog walk90 minutes$99$120
Adventure Hour dog walk60 minutes$70$85
Sniff and Stroll dog walk45 minutes$55$65
Potty Break dog walk30 minutes$45$55
Slumber Pawty overnight in home sitting12 hours$295$395
Kitty Cuddles cat visit45 minutes$45$60
Hotel Visit, private one on one careper hour, 3 hour minimum$95$95
Add ons: extra dog $15. Before 8AM or after 5PM $15. Major holiday $15 per visit. Short notice under 24 hours $15. Watering plants, bringing in mail, and a home security check are included free on sitting visits.

Dog Walking Most popular

Ultra Trek 90 min$120$99

For high energy dogs. Long routes, good exercise, and lots to sniff.

Adventure Hour 60 min$85$70

A full hour of walking and play.

Sniff and Stroll 45 min$65$55

Our top pick. The perfect midday reset at your dog's pace. Fan favorite

Potty Break 30 min$55$45

Quick relief, fresh water, and focused attention.

In Home Sitting

Overnight stays are reserved for regular walking clients (2+ walks a week), for the safety of your pet and our staff.

Slumber Pawty Overnight, 12 hrs$395$295

Comes with an evening and a morning walk. Your dog is never alone at night.

Kitty Cuddles 45 min$60$45

Cat visits stay easy. No weekly walk plan needed.

Normal hours are Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM. These add ons go right to your walker.

See all add ons and policies โ†’  ยท  Visiting Houston with your dog? See Hotel Visits โ†’

No risk, guaranteed

We show up. Or we make it right.

Showing up is the whole job. So we do not just say it. We back it with our own money.

The Never Cancel Promise

If we ever cancel on you the same day, you get 3 free walks. You are never charged for the missed visit. Your dog's routine is our job.

The Happy Pup Promise

If something is ever not right, tell us. We will fix it fast. Real people who care and make it right.

Shady, founder of Shady Waggers, hugging his dog Moo
Meet the pack leader

Hi, I'm Shady.

(You say it sh-a-di.) In 2016 I watched my roommate's dog walker never take the dog out. My roommate was paying and had no idea. So I started walking dogs for friends with one promise: show up, do the job, and prove it.

That promise is still the whole company. Every visit comes with photos, a map, and a written report.

Shady and the Shady Waggers pack

Read Our Story and Meet the Team โ†’
150+
Houston families served
10,000+
Walks and visits
4.9โ˜…
Rated on Google
5.0โ˜…
Rated on Yelp
Four Seasons
Sends their guests to us
Loved by Houston dog parents

Do not take our word for it

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"As a veterinarian, I looked very carefully for a small, caring dog walking service that could meet my 8 year old Golden's needs. I could not be more grateful for the whole Shady Waggers team."

Jane M. ยท Veterinarian ยท Google Review

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"My son worked for Shady one summer. So I know how well they check, train, and watch their team. My dogs love their visits and I love the peace of mind."

Diana M. ยท Google Review

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"Shady is the best. So kind, caring, and easy to count on. Your dog is truly in the best hands. The whole team is great too."

Mariana H. ยท Google Review

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"Our pup comes home happy and worn out. It gives us so much peace of mind to know she is in kind, able hands while we are away."

Victoria P. ยท Google Review

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"The updates, photos, and live videos give real peace of mind. You know your dog is well cared for. Shady is kind, quick to reply, and easy to trust."

Rachel D. ยท Local Guide ยท Google Review

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"Quick to reply, easy to count on, and they truly care about your pets. My best pet pics come from their team. I love the clear visit notes. Highly recommend."

Ramey M. ยท Google Review

Proudly local

We serve Houston's best areas

We know the shady routes, the safe streets, and the little things on every block. Find your area:

Zip codes we serve: 77002, 77005, 77006, 77007, 77008, 77019, 77027, 77056, 77057, 77098.

Not sure if we cover your street? Ask us on a quick call โ†’

Good questions

Everything you are wondering

Are in home sitting services open to new clients?
Our overnight Slumber Pawty is only for our regular walking clients. This lets us bond with your pet first. We learn their habits and routine before any overnight stay. It also keeps things safe for your pet and our team. One time visits are welcome at a higher rate when we have room.
How do you handle my keys and home security?
Your security comes first. Your key stays at your home in a lockbox, so it never leaves your property. Any door or alarm codes are kept in a secure system. We keep them private. Every walker is a W-2 employee we background check and train, and our whole team is trained on building and security rules. We are fully insured and bonded.
Will my pet have the same caregiver each visit?
We always try to send your main caregiver. Because we are a small, team based pack, someone always covers if they are out. Every caregiver learns your pet's food, routine, and quirks. Each one carries the same Shady Waggers dog bag with water, a bowl, treats, and a scent bag. So your pet always smells a familiar friend.
Can I request a specific caregiver?
Yes, for an added fee. We do ask clients to trust our team. That way you always have coverage. Every walker in our pack is background checked and trained, and gives the same great care. If anything is ever not right, tell us directly so we can make it right.
Do you do group walks?
No. Every walk is one on one and private to your household, for your pet's safety and our full attention. The one exception is pre arranged buddy walks in certain apartment buildings. There, neighbors have asked us to walk their dogs together.
What about the Houston heat?
We take it seriously. We check how hot the ground is and stay in the shade. Every walker carries water bottles and a dog bowl for real water breaks. We watch for heat trouble early, before it becomes a problem. On very hot days we keep paws safe and go shorter and smarter, not longer.
What is your policy for extreme weather?
Your pet's safety comes first. In heavy rain or extreme heat, we try a quick potty break if your dog is willing. Then we spend the rest of the visit inside with real playtime. We towel dry your pup with your own towels before we go.
What if you have to cancel on me?
It is rare. But if we ever cancel on you the same day, our Never Cancel Promise means you get 3 free walks. You are never charged for the missed visit. Your dog's routine is our job.
What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel any visit through the app. Canceling with less than 24 hours notice may have a fee. Life happens though, so your first two late cancellations are on us.
How much to get started?
Your meet and greet is free ($65 value) and we help you get your account set up. After that, weekly walks start at $45 for a 30 minute Potty Break. Our top pick, the Sniff and Stroll, is $55. No card is needed to book your meet and greet.
Where do you offer your services?
We serve Houston's best neighborhoods inside the 610 Loop: River Oaks, West University, Tanglewood, The Heights, Montrose, Galleria and Uptown, Post Oak, Downtown, and Midtown.
Let's be dogs

Book your free meet and greet

About two minutes to book. At the visit, we help you get set up. Prefer to talk first? Call or text us anytime. No pressure.

Meet a pack leader at your home

Free, and no card needed.

No times showing, or none that suit you? Send your details and we will call you back. We answer within 10 minutes on weekdays.

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Rather talk it through first?

Totally optional. Grab a free call, or just call or text us.

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