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Top rated Ames cat sitters
“Carley is everything you’d want from a sitter! She communicates very clearly, writes down any details she may need and is very kind. I hope to be able to book her again someday as our cat was very fond of her.”
“Izabelle did a fantastic job with my cats. They’re nervous but I really felt like she took time with them and made them as comfortable as they could be while I was gone. Also, she sent lots of good pictures while I was gone, which I appreciated so much!! I missed them but felt very comfortable leaving them in her care.”
“Allyson was an absolute lifesaver! She was able to watch our cat on very short notice and accommodated us so quickly and kindly. From the start, she was thoughtful, prompt, and followed all of our directions perfectly. This was our first time leaving our little fur baby, and Allyson immediately put us at ease. She truly is a cat whisperer. Our cat is usually shy and hides from new people, but he came out right away when she arrived for her drop ins! That alone says so much about her calm, welcoming presence. She made our cat feel completely comfortable. Allyson also sent us daily updates with multiple pictures, which we really appreciated. She was a joy to work with, and we will definitely ask her to pet sit again in the future!”
“Samantha is communicative, prompt, and thorough! My cat was in good hands while I was recovering from an illness. I could get to his litter box and food and Samantha made it so much easier on me and my cat!”
“Alexandra was excellent! She provided thorough updates for every drop in visit, and went above and beyond when we had questions or concerns. Would recommend to anyone in need of pet care! ❤️”
“Kjersten did a great job checking in on Bob this weekend. She came prepared with lots of questions about Bob to make sure she could give him the best care. She made sure he got his food, cuddles, play time and treats and gave me pictures and updates each time. I will definitely be requesting her again next time we go out of town!”
“It was my first time using rover and I needed a boarding sitter with a day or two before I left and Debora responded swiftly. She had a lot of knowledge but more importantly I could tell the love she had for my 3 cats. While I was away she made sure to update me of her schedule and how my cats were doing and it honestly gave me so much peace. Debora is someone I would constantly use because she gave me the peace I needed for my trip.”
About: I’ve taken care of family dogs multiple times and can do all the tasks necessary that they need, such as walking them, feeding, playing. I am reliable and attentive to their needs. I’m currently a full time senior in Chemical Engineering. I am free most days early morning or afternoon. I can accommodate weekend drop-ins as needed. Cats can take some time to open up and may need their space, so my goal is to make them feel comfortable in their space as well as feeding, playing, cleaning up their litter boxes and keeping them company
“Stephanie did a great job with our cats! She sent picture updates and kept us informed the whole time. She did a great job making sure our cats had all they needed, and even offered to come over during the 4th of July to make sure they weren’t too stressed. She was great!”
“Erin was amazing! She was super easy to communicate with, followed all our rules, and took such great care of Mochi. She sent tons of updates and pictures, which made us feel so at ease while we were away. The best part was that she spent lots of time hanging out with him, Mochi absolutely loved it! He can be a little shy with new people, but he warmed up to Erin right away and cuddled on her lap. We couldn't be happier. 10/10 will definitely book again!”
“Erin was so nice and very flexible when it came to taking care of my cats. She sent me a bunch of photos as well! I would definitely rebook if I ever needed them taken care of again!”
“Brynn did a great job taking care of my shy, anxious cat. She was able to get him to relax and spend time with her. She sent me thoughtful updates and great pictures. Will definitely be looking to have Brynn come back again!”
Over 425 pet parents in Ames have booked cat sitting
Ames cat parents share their Rover experiences
Emily is just the best. We hired her to housesit, but also to drop-in to walk our dog and visit our elderly cats, as well as give medication and just keep them company. Emily was just perfect. Everything got done, most importantly everyone was healthy, happy and calm when we returned. You cannot do better than Emily!!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Ames is $18
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Sitters in Ames average 9 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ames on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $18 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Nov 2025, there are 148 cat sitters in Ames. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Ames cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ames have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Ames.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ames cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 148 cat sitters in Ames on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ames, 88% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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