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Prices are estimates per visit for 1 pet. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Vera is reliable and trustworthy. We love that we can depend on her to take care of our cats while we’re traveling. She communicates well and is easy to text with while away. We recommend her highly!”
“Jordan was amazing! Our cat was clearly very well attended to, and it showed. Never before have we gone on a trip and NOT been violently accosted upon entering our home. Ginger is usually not satisfied until she has drawn my blood, and she is instead purring and headbutting me lovingly. Only affection from this fuzzy demon, which means she was well looked after.”
“Dani has cared for my cats multiple times and takes excellent care of them. Dani is experienced, very caring to our cats and is sure to send frequent updates and photos to me while I’m away. I have total confidence in Dani which makes leaving home much easier.”
“Jolie was amazing, very attentive and communicative! I felt safe with her watching my kitty, and she followed the careni structuons and kept me up to date. I highly recommend her :)”
About: I've been raising service dogs for Canine Companions since 2016! I have experience with puppies aged 2 months and up. I've been best friends with a GSD for the past almost 5 years! I'm very patient and understanding with anxious and stressed dogs due to my experience with my pup. I'm currently full availble for the summer, but will be a full time student starting in early August. I've got classes all day Mondays and Wednesdays, and I host studio hours on Saturdays. I'm very comfortable with crating dogs and walking high energy dogs. My dog is a runner and tries to escape, so I'm very familiar with keeping a close eye on dogs that are a little too excited!
“Ashley was lovely! It was very reassuring to know my fur and feather babies were in such good care. Ashely provided regular updates and pictures, and kept my home clean for my return. Thank you, Ashely!”
“Negin was an excellent cat-sitter - prompt, responsible, attentive to detail, a good communicator with cats and humans alike. She immediately vibed with our eccentric kitties and won their trust. We returned to happy cats and a clean house. Many thanks, Negin!”
About: With over 9 years of experience, I’ve worked with all kinds of pets—from puppies and older dogs to cats, rodents, and even birds. I’m skilled in administering medications and providing personalized care, no matter the breed or age. Growing up with a variety of animals, I’ve developed a deep understanding of their needs. My patience, knowledge, and love for all animals set me apart, ensuring your pets are not only cared for but truly comforted. Pet care is my top priority, and I’m available almost full-time to meet your needs. I’m only busy two days a week, so the rest of my time is dedicated to providing focused, attentive care for your pets. With a flexible schedule, I’m ready to ensure your pets are well-cared for whenever you need! Most of my services are provided in my clients’ homes, where pets are comfortable in their own space. I offer drop-ins and dog walks, ensuring pets get the attention and exercise they need. While I don’t have a yard, I live in a pet-friendly community with great walking spots, and I’ll take dogs out every 1-2 hours for bathroom breaks and exercise. For boarding, I’d follow the same routine, offering regular walks and playtime. If clients have a fenced yard, I make full use of that space for outdoor activities and fun.
About: I have years of experience working with pets and have been caring for pets of all kinds from a young age. People were always outnumbered by pets in my household. I have had the pleasure of expanding my experience with animals as I have worked for the past two years as a nanny/farmhand. In that position I have worked with dogs, cats, goats, chickens and even a sassy young miniature donkey. I am lucky enough to have my best friend living locally who worked as a veterinary technician for several years and is always available for medical advice! My work days extend Mondays through Friday for 6-8 hour stretches depending on the day. My schedule allows for plenty of time to walk and play with your pets before 9am and after 4pm with additional opportunity for brief check-ins/ potty breaks on M/W/F as my work is flexible those days allowing me to be mobile and pop by if needed. For the comfort of your pets, I am more than willing to stay with them at their own home for the duration of the job. I do have a sweet 9 year old Belgian shepherd mix who she gets along wonderfully with other animals and would love to join me to provide an additional social aspect to the visit if you wish or I can come solo. Totally depending on your preference!
“Bailey is the best! She stopped by twice this week on short notice and spent a lovely sunny day with my pets. She sent me the cutest photos—everyone looked so happy and relaxed! It’s such a relief knowing they’re in good hands when I can’t be there. I’m so grateful for her flexibility, care, and kindness. 💕”
About: I have been taking care of pets professionally for the past 5 years, but have been involved in taking care of and having pets my entire life. I am really involved and want to make sure your pets feel well taken care of and have an enriching time when they’re with me. I’m currently in school and have a lot of availability outside of being in classes. I have mornings and afternoons free, as well as breaks between classes. I want to make sure that you feel comfortable, and so I always want to make sure I get all the information from you on the routine of your pet and what they prefer.
About: I am an extremely patient person (especially with animals), and easily adaptable to a pet’s wants/needs. Whether you need me to be quiet and calm or loud and hyper, I will match your pet’s energy. I’m currently job hunting, and looking to make a side income that isn’t taxing on the mind. I have taken care of pets for family and friends throughout my life (more frequently in the past 4 years). I want to hyper-focus on job hunting Monday through Wednesday, but I am flexible the rest of the week. I make sure there is an emergency contact list (including vet), confirm house rules (such as whether or not the client allows pets on their couch), frequently check water bowl levels, set alarms for the pet’s meals, provide enough play and exercise for the pet (multiple walks, fetch, etc.).
“Olivia was great! She followed directions very well and great at communicating. I never had to wait long for a response from her during the check ups. She often stayed longer than necessary to ensure Maggie was comfortable and taken care of.”
About: I have been a sitter for 4 years for friends and neighbors. My care has included walking, potty breaks, overnight care, and more! I’ve lived with Dobermans my whole life and am capable of care for any dog of any size! I am a full time student at Cal Poly humboldt, my classes are in the morning and I am completely open in afternoons, weekends and holidays! I am active and love to play with animals!! My dogs at home are escape artists so I know how to avoid an escape due to fences. I have kennel trained multiple of my dogs and prefer to use kennels for bigger dogs.
About: I love animals! I remember what it was like when my family went out of town and we couldn't bring our animals and how important it was to us to make sure they were comfortable while we were gone. Knowing they were safe, made my mom and dad feel at ease and able to enjoy our time away. As a mother now myself, I understand what it means to feel secure when you can't be the one taking care of your child. My heart guides me this way. I hope to be able to help you feel secure when you can't be there. I also would like to open my home to your furry family members if that makes it more comfortable. I also love to run/hike and would love to have a buddy to come with me. I live in a perfect neighborhood that allows for walks of all kinds and there is a park around the away where dogs are allowed. I am also extremely open to cats! My pal passed about 13years ago and I travel too much to bring myself to adopt another. Why I love dog sitting I've loved dogs my entire life. I am very compassionate by nature and have a natural empathy for animals. I believe my calm/attentive energy allows me to connect with them and for them to feel safe. Animals are very perceptive this way. Meet my pets No Pets....my cat passed away 13 years ago...and I travel too much to bring myself to adopt another just yet....that is unless one adopts me :-)
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
LelaRaven C.
“Our dog has the best time with Lela while we are out of town, and we are able to enjoy our trips to see family knowing he’s in good hands! We appreciate her so much!!”
Vera H.
“Vera is reliable and trustworthy. We love that we can depend on her to take care of our cats while we’re traveling. She communicates well and is easy to text with while away. We recommend her highly!”
Stella W.
“Thanks for taking care of Pepper!”
Jordan G.
“Jordan was amazing! Our cat was clearly very well attended to, and it showed. Never before have we gone on a trip and NOT been violently accosted upon entering our home. Ginger is usually not satisfied until she has drawn my blood, and she is instead purring and headbutting me lovingly. Only affection from this fuzzy demon, which means she was well looked after.”
Ingrid B.
“Cats were well taken care of! Ingrid made sure to send lots of pictures which made me so happy!”
Dani M.
“Dani has cared for my cats multiple times and takes excellent care of them. Dani is experienced, very caring to our cats and is sure to send frequent updates and photos to me while I’m away. I have total confidence in Dani which makes leaving home much easier.”
Jolie C.
“Jolie was amazing, very attentive and communicative! I felt safe with her watching my kitty, and she followed the careni structuons and kept me up to date. I highly recommend her :)”
Toby D.
About: I've been raising service dogs for Canine Companions since 2016! I have experience with puppies aged 2 months and up. I've been best friends with a GSD for the past almost 5 years! I'm very patient and understanding with anxious and stressed dogs due to my experience with my pup. I'm currently full availble for the summer, but will be a full time student starting in early August. I've got classes all day Mondays and Wednesdays, and I host studio hours on Saturdays. I'm very comfortable with crating dogs and walking high energy dogs. My dog is a runner and tries to escape, so I'm very familiar with keeping a close eye on dogs that are a little too excited!
Ashley T.
“Ashley was lovely! It was very reassuring to know my fur and feather babies were in such good care. Ashely provided regular updates and pictures, and kept my home clean for my return. Thank you, Ashely!”
Tessa S.
“Amazing. Sent multiple pics everyday and updated me about my cat. I know I left Luna in great hands.”
Negin S.
“Negin was an excellent cat-sitter - prompt, responsible, attentive to detail, a good communicator with cats and humans alike. She immediately vibed with our eccentric kitties and won their trust. We returned to happy cats and a clean house. Many thanks, Negin!”
Ezra H.
“I have hired Ezra a few times and I was definitely pleased my dogs loved her and they were always happy to see her when she arrived at my home. I found her to be very responsible and respectful.”
Alexa W.
“Alexa has always been reliable and punctual when it comes to providing services. Not only is her work ethic excellent but she has a positive attitude and is a delight to deal with. I would highly recommend hiring her for whatever services you’re seeking.”
Bailey A.
“Bailey is the best! She stopped by twice this week on short notice and spent a lovely sunny day with my pets. She sent me the cutest photos—everyone looked so happy and relaxed! It’s such a relief knowing they’re in good hands when I can’t be there. I’m so grateful for her flexibility, care, and kindness. 💕”
Emilee F.
“Emilee does a phenomenal job taking care of peoples pets! I have 5 dogs and she handles them so well. She’s best friends with my anxious dog, and it is so helpful to know someone is going to be taking good care of my dogs.”
Clarine P.
“Im really happy with Clarine. She took great care of my cat, and the house. She communicated regularly and made me feel at ease while I was away. I’d totally have her again!”
Matthew N.
“In April of 2024, we took a long vacation. Since we have used Matthew several times before to take care of our dog, we were able to leave town and not be worried or concerned. We gave Matthew the alarm code and directions for care of our home and our dog. We enjoyed our trip knowing everything would be okay, and it was!”
Olivia V.
“Olivia was great! She followed directions very well and great at communicating. I never had to wait long for a response from her during the check ups. She often stayed longer than necessary to ensure Maggie was comfortable and taken care of.”
Skylar M.
“Skylar was the best ever! I often went away for days at a time, and my elderly chiweenie needs attention throughout the day for eating, walking and bathroom breaks. Skylar followed my instructions accurately and efficiently. She kept in contact with me and sent photos of my dog enjoying her best life. Skylar made sure to comfort my dog and spend quality time with her. She was always courteous and on time. She was respectful of my home and possessions. I would recommend her wholeheartedly!”
Jessica M.
“Jessica is amazing with animals and children. She cares deeply about the well being of other beings. I can testify that any pet left in the hands of Jessica would be extremely loved and supported!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Arcata on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 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 54 cat sitters in Arcata. 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, 71% of Arcata cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Arcata have an average of 20 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 Arcata.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Arcata 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 54 cat sitters in Arcata on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Arcata, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
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