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Second Chance K9Dog walking, pet sitting & boarding

Dog care that comes with manners.

Dog walking, pet sitting, overnight boarding, and pet transport in Northwest Houston, from a U.S. Navy veteran who has spent years fostering rescue dogs.

Basic obedience is built into every walk and overnight stay, so your dog comes home calmer and better behaved at no extra charge.

Book a free 15-minute consultation

Prefer to talk? Call or text (346) 306-6060.

Matt kneeling by a pool with two happy dogs, Ace and Nelly
Matt with Ace and Nelly

Services and prices

No quotes to wait for. Here is what each service costs, and what it includes.

Dog walking

Basic obedience included

Walks matched to your dog's energy, with leash manners practiced along the way.

  • Loose-leash walking, sit at curbs and doors
  • Fresh water after the walk
  • Photo update after each walk
  • 30-minute walk$25
  • 60-minute walkFor high-energy dogs$40
  • Weekly walking packageFive 30-minute walks, Monday to Friday, saves $25$100

Overnight boarding

Basic obedience included

Your dog stays in my home, not a kennel, with company, exercise, and a steady routine.

  • Daily obedience practice and house manners
  • Daily exercise and playtime
  • All meals included
  • Daily photo updates
  • Per night$50

Pet sitting visits

A visit to your home while you are out, so your dog keeps the routine they know.

  • Feeding and fresh water
  • Potty break and playtime
  • Medication if needed
  • Photo update
  • 30-minute visit$30
  • Booking 2 or more visits in a dayPrice per visit, good for puppies and longer trips$25

Pet transport

A safe ride to the vet, groomer, or anywhere else your dog needs to go.

  • Vet and grooming trips
  • Distance measured round trip from Cypress, TX 77095
  • Trips up to 15 miles round trip$25
  • Longer trips$25 plus $0.75 for each mile over 15$0.75/mi

Example: a 30-mile round trip is $25 plus 15 miles at $0.75, or $36.25.

What "basic obedience included" means

I use positive reinforcement: reward what your dog gets right, and keep it short and upbeat. Practice happens during walks and overnight stays, so it fits into the care you already booked.

The skills we work on

  • Sit
  • Down
  • Stay
  • Come when called
  • Loose-leash walking
  • House manners

This is everyday manners practice, not behavior treatment. Dogs with aggression or serious behavior concerns are referred to a certified behavior professional.

About Matt

I served in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman, which taught me to stay calm, communicate clearly, and take care of whoever is in front of me. Those habits carry over to dogs.

I have volunteered with rescue organizations in northwest Houston and fostered dogs of every temperament. Every dog deserves a second chance, and a steady routine goes a long way toward earning it.

  • U.S. Navy veteran, honorably discharged
  • 300+ hours of hands-on dog training experience
  • Rescue volunteer and foster home
  • Insured
  • Transparent pricing: no hidden fees

Discounts

Take 10% off any service with one of these two discounts. They cannot be combined, so choose the one that fits.

10%

Rescue dog

Adopted from a rescue organization? Show your adoption paperwork.

10%

Military and veterans

Active duty, veterans, and military families. Thank you for your service.

Let's meet your dog

Book a free 15-minute consultation. We will talk through your dog's routine and which service fits best.

Serving Northwest Houston: Cypress, Tomball, Spring, and The Woodlands. Not sure if I cover your area? Just ask.