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“Denise was absolutely wonderful. This was our first time using Rover, and she not only made the experience so seamless but loved our babies so well! We will for sure be regular and repeat clients of hers!”
“It is always such a weight off my shoulders when we travel knowing Brooke is checking in on our cat! We always come home to a very well taken care of and happy kitty”
“Alex was great dropping in daily over a long trip to care for my two cats. They didn’t tear anything up like cats like to do, and she took great care to keep their areas clean! I got daily pics and she was sure to give them love while I had to be gone for so long. Highly recommend!!”
“Mary-Catherine loved on my kitty while I was out of town. She did a great job taking care of him and cleaning up after any messes he made! Grateful for her help and constant communication!”
“I absolutely love Veronica! She’s always the one to watch my kitty while I’m gone. No task is too small or too big for her! If you tell her that your animal really appreciates something special she will always do it!”
“She did a good job caring for our cats and went above and beyond. When it threatened rain, we asked her to drape our curtains over chairs to keep them from being ruined by water coming through a leaking window.”
“I can’t recommend Julia enough! My furbabies absolutely adore her, and it’s easy to see why. She’s incredibly sweet, takes the time to bond with them, and truly goes above and beyond, even cleaning up their little messes without hesitation. She’s extremely reliable, and her communication is always on point, keeping me updated every step of the way. Knowing my babies are in such caring hands gives me so much peace of mind. I’ll definitely be booking her again in the near future!”
“Hayley was absolutely amazing with my cat Nadja. Typically Nadja is shy around new people but Hayley was able to get her to come out of her shell pretty fast, and I knew she would be well taken care of while I was gone.”
“We can't recommend Sally enough. It is a GAME CHANGER to fully trust that your home and a animals are safe and cared for when you're so far away. She is extremely caring and responsive - the cats were happy and their area immaculate. It's obvious that they didn't feel lonely or scared by how they're managing our transition back home. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!”
“Sara is fantastic. She takes the time to Communicate and follows instructions succinctly. My cat warmed up to her quickly and she sends amazing pictures of their time together”
“These two were amazing! Really appreciate the care they displayed when it came to my boy and girl. I really am grateful for them and will def use them in the future for sure!”
“Hillary did a great job taking care of my two cats! They both seemed well loved and well played with when we got back. Hilary did everything that I asked and left me assured that my cats were being taken care of”
About: I have always been able to communicate and interact with animals much easier than i have with people, it comes more naturally to me. The first thing that my closest friends and family say when introducing me to anyone, especially if they have pets, is that i’m great with animals. it fits in perfectly, i work at part time job at a clothing store but my shifts are only typically four hours, and i get off work anytime between 4-6 so right around dinner time. i have an open yard that my dog can roam freely whenever we let her out, she tends to stay within 10 yards of our front doorstep so we do not keep her on a leash. however, should i be taking care of a dog and it does need to be on a leash when being let out, that is no problem at all.
About: I have been a pet owner my entire life. After losing my 15 year old beagle, I became a foster parent with various animal shelters. I have successfully rescued 15 dogs and placed them with their forever families. My last foster boy, I ended up falling in love and adopting him as my own. His name is Roland.. I have a fenced in backyard and a private room with a doggie door to allow access to the yard. I would prefer one dog at a time (plus mine) But can make exceptions after their first stay. I currently work full time in an office 5 mins away. So I can check on my fur babies during lunch hour. Please see my calendar for Availability. I always keep my dog, Roland, separated from my new Rover pets until they get acclimated to being somewhere new. I also have the ability to keep my dog separated if my Rover needs privacy. Safety first.
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Denise D.
Star Sitter
“Denise was absolutely wonderful. This was our first time using Rover, and she not only made the experience so seamless but loved our babies so well! We will for sure be regular and repeat clients of hers!”
Brooke S.Star Sitter
“It is always such a weight off my shoulders when we travel knowing Brooke is checking in on our cat! We always come home to a very well taken care of and happy kitty”
Meghan F.
“Meghan was a great cat sitter! She responded quickly and always sent a ton of pictures of my kitty! She made sure he had food and water and always played with him!”
Alexandra C.Star Sitter
“Alex was great dropping in daily over a long trip to care for my two cats. They didn’t tear anything up like cats like to do, and she took great care to keep their areas clean! I got daily pics and she was sure to give them love while I had to be gone for so long. Highly recommend!!”
Mary-Catherine C.
“Mary-Catherine loved on my kitty while I was out of town. She did a great job taking care of him and cleaning up after any messes he made! Grateful for her help and constant communication!”
Veronica R.Star Sitter
“I absolutely love Veronica! She’s always the one to watch my kitty while I’m gone. No task is too small or too big for her! If you tell her that your animal really appreciates something special she will always do it!”
Hila B.Star Sitter
“She did a good job caring for our cats and went above and beyond. When it threatened rain, we asked her to drape our curtains over chairs to keep them from being ruined by water coming through a leaking window.”
Joanna W.Star Sitter
“Joanna did a great job with our dogs. She did a meet and greet with our pups and they really liked her. I would definitely recommend her!”
Julia W.
“I can’t recommend Julia enough! My furbabies absolutely adore her, and it’s easy to see why. She’s incredibly sweet, takes the time to bond with them, and truly goes above and beyond, even cleaning up their little messes without hesitation. She’s extremely reliable, and her communication is always on point, keeping me updated every step of the way. Knowing my babies are in such caring hands gives me so much peace of mind. I’ll definitely be booking her again in the near future!”
Hayley P.
“Hayley was absolutely amazing with my cat Nadja. Typically Nadja is shy around new people but Hayley was able to get her to come out of her shell pretty fast, and I knew she would be well taken care of while I was gone.”
Ysalys K.Star Sitter
“I’m so happy to have booked her to care for my cat while I was away. Thanks again!”
Sally P.
“We can't recommend Sally enough. It is a GAME CHANGER to fully trust that your home and a animals are safe and cared for when you're so far away. She is extremely caring and responsive - the cats were happy and their area immaculate. It's obvious that they didn't feel lonely or scared by how they're managing our transition back home. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!”
Sara G.Star Sitter
“Sara is fantastic. She takes the time to Communicate and follows instructions succinctly. My cat warmed up to her quickly and she sends amazing pictures of their time together”
Jaimee & Taylor D.Star Sitter
“These two were amazing! Really appreciate the care they displayed when it came to my boy and girl. I really am grateful for them and will def use them in the future for sure!”
Holly E.
“Holly was great! She sent lots of photos and gave very detailed descriptions of how Rexi was eating, drinking, playing, etc. I would definitely book her again!”
Sawyer R.
“Sawyer was reliable and very kind to my cat. I will use him again.”
Erynne T.
“Erynne communicated with me well and sent pictures of my kitties eating every day. She made me feel comfortable leaving my pets at home in her care!”
Hilary S.
“Hillary did a great job taking care of my two cats! They both seemed well loved and well played with when we got back. Hilary did everything that I asked and left me assured that my cats were being taken care of”
Ian E.
“Ian is a very warm hearted and kind person who cares very deeply about animals of all types and breeds. For years he has volunteered to help with the pets of friends when they had to be away from home and has always been very responsible about his duties. I believe he will be excellent addition to your team.”
Becca B.
“Becca is absolutely amazing! She has recently taken care of my lab, Olivia, for an extended weekend. I received the most adorable pictures while away on vacation and knew Olivia was being loved on. She has a wonderful set up with a fenced in backyard for dogs to enjoy some much needed outside time. Highly recommend, enjoy your time away and know your pet is being well taken care of!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Amherst on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 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 Aug 2025, there are 287 cat sitters in Amherst. 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, 89% of Amherst cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Amherst have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Amherst.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Amherst 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 287 cat sitters in Amherst on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Amherst, 99% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 93% 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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