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Top rated Ames cat sitters
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“Brianna is great! This was our first time using Rover and we were a little worried about leaving our cat with someone new. Brianna was great at communication and was so patient with all our follow ups and questions that we had along the way! 10/10 would recommend”
“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!”
“Angela and her family are absolutely amazing! They took care of my cat Ovie while i was out of town. I could tell from the pictures Angela sent that Ovie had an absolute blast! That is probably the most playful i have seen Ovie since she was diagnosed with diabetes which is awesome! Angela even cleaned up a bit and watered plants. I highly, highly recommend Angela and will definitely have her care for Ovie in the future without a doubt.”
“We were so happy with the care, love and attention Allyson gave our Artie. She was our first non-family sitter, and it couldn't have gone any better. We really appreciated her updates and pictures. The pics showed a very happy Artie, enjoying walks, frisbee and other play time. Outstanding care and communication!”
About: hoping to go to college for veterinarian schooling. love dogs of all breeds and have never let a breed stop me from loving an animal. i have a leopard gecko, a kitten and a Havanese. currently out of school and i would love to spend more time with fluffy friends during my free time. walks are part of my daily routine. i have a fenced-in yard and a friendly havanese, he is slightly territorial but would never hurt another animal. lots of toys and treats in my home for dogs.
“Izabelle was absolutely amazing. She gave me daily updates with photos, which were wonderful. She was able to play with my cats, and despite them being shy they seemed very comfortable and loved from the updates I was sent. I would absolutely have her watch my cats again!”
“Brooke was so great to work with. She was able to help in super short notice, and went above and beyond to make Moey feel comfortable. Will definitely be reaching out to her in the future.”
“Kevin has been helping us with my aunt's cat who needs daily medication. He is professional, friendly, quick to respond, and most importantly, Cleo is getting her pills. He also sends us a photo of her after each visit which we find funny (she doesn't look too happy after being pilled but she does have a lot of attitude!) and also comforting to know she is being taken care of by someone who knows what he is doing and enjoys it.”
“Samantha provided drop-in visits and dog walking for our English Springer Spaniel, Francis. She was timely and professional in her care for our pup while we were away on a 5-day vacation. We are so very grateful for her prompt responsiveness to our booking request, and her excellent service. She will definitely be our "go-to" in the future!”
“Josie is a great pet sitter! She was responsive to messages and proactive about setting up a meet & greet. She took our lab out for some long hikes, gave her lots of playtime, and sent us in depth report cards after her visits. It's comforting to know a vet student is taking care of your pet. Highly recommend.”
“Alexandra was terrific! She was very patient with my cat who sometimes has trouble adjusting to new people. She helped us in other ways, too, like bringing in mail and watering plants. We knew our cat was in great hands with her and wouldn't hesitate to book her again.”
“Debora is AMAZING. She checks on my rescue pooch Jordi once a day for five days a week when I am at work. She sends photos and videos along with a brief recap of how Jordi did that day. I completely trust Debora with my dog, and will continue to book her each week! GO DEBORA!!!”
“Michelle did a fantastic job for us during our trip. Our cats are shy around new people, and she really worked to make them feel comfortable and happy. Michelle went above and beyond to help our pets and check on our house as well. The pet photos she sent us daily meant a great deal to our family. I will definitely ask Michelle to take care of our two cats anytime we need to be away. She is wonderful!!”
“Stephanie was very good about keeping us informed. We got pictures, some of which are hilarious. Personally, I didn't believe her when she said TomTom missed us, but he sure was vocal when we came home! And it was all happy noises. Thanks!”
“For as long as I live here, and Emily is on Rover I will be having her take care of my boys. She is so thorough and responsive. I think she may take better care of them than we do lol”
“Claire was wonderful with our fur babies. She sent photos to keep us updated and worked to make friends with our smallest one who was shy. So appreciate Claire and her help.”
“She did a very great job taking care of my babies. She actually made another visit in between times so they wasn't inside to long. Highly recommend her. I'd definitely have her do it again if she is available. Great job”
Over 377 pet parents in Ames have booked cat sitting
Ames cat parents share their Rover experiences
This was the first time I hired a sitter for my feline companion, Abby. Brianna fulfilled all my expectations for a sitter. She was considerate, caring and professional. I came home and found Abby settled and calm. Thank you, Brianna. Much gratitude from myself and Abby.
Kevin has been helping us with my aunt's cat who needs daily medication. He is professional, friendly, quick to respond, and most importantly, Cleo is getting her pills. He also sends us a photo of her after each visit which we find funny (she doesn't look too happy after being pilled but she does have a lot of attitude!) and also comforting to know she is being taken care of by someone who knows what he is doing and enjoys it.
Michelle did a fantastic job for us during our trip. Our cats are shy around new people, and she really worked to make them feel comfortable and happy. Michelle went above and beyond to help our pets and check on our house as well. The pet photos she sent us daily meant a great deal to our family. I will definitely ask Michelle to take care of our two cats anytime we need to be away. She is wonderful!!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Ames is $15
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ames on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $15 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 Jun 2026, there are 14 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, cat sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing cat sitters available 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 14 cat sitters in Ames on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific 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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