Cat Sitting in Arcata
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1. Vera H.

“As always, Vera was so wonderfully helpful and communicative! We felt so reassured having her watching our cat. We can’t recommend her enough!”


2. Jacey S.

“Jacey was lovely! She was very communicative and stopped by to meet our dog the day before watching her which we really appreciated. We’ll definitely book her in the future!”


3. Tamara M.
“I've known Tamara for over 25 years and for those years I've seen her care for countless animals. Tamara has started and run a Pit Bull rescue and never turned away a dog in need. Tamara was the person I turned to when I got my first dog. She helped guide me through the process and she was there every time I needed help in the first months of having my new (rescue) dog. She helped me train him and helped me learn how to be a responsible dog owner as well. She also (of course) takes care of my dog, cat and house whenever I have to travel for work.”


4. Dani M.

“Dani is reliable, flexible, and willing to rise above in emergencies. While my doggy tried an escape stunt during his last walk, Dani calmly and instinctively called me right away to ask how to best handle the situation. She continued to search for him with the assistance of friends she had called. Due to our good communication and her swift actions, my dog was safely back in the house in about half an hour! The peace of mind that gave me so quickly is something I will always be grateful for. The situation easily could have had a bad ending. I'll continue to book with Dani for my pet's needs. ??”


5. Zoey C.

“Zoey did a wonderful job with Pearl!”


6. Vanessa R.

“Vanessa is a cat whisperer. My cat requires medications and she had no problem giving them to him. The kitties loved her!”


7. Clarine P.

“So reliable and personable! Clarine’s calm presence and confident knowledge of dog behavior and how they relate and communicate shows through each visit with Jesse. Sends me great pics too. She is Jesse’s recurring drop in buddy and I’m a loyal fan. Thank you. Clarine!”


8. Tenille C.
“Tenille is an extraordinary young pet lover. She takes the utmost care of her pets. She has taken care of several different pets for many years. She is trustworthy and very reliable. We trust her completely to care for our pets.”


9. Jessy C.

“Jessy gave us wonderful updates on our little fur baby, followed all the care instructions, and made us feel like our bunny was safe and cared for while we were away. Thank you so much Jessy, you’re the absolute best!! 😊”


10. Lauren H.
“Lauren has taken care of my pit mix on countless occasions! My pittie is verrrry scared of new people and warmed up to Lauren faster than she's ever warmed up to anyone. She takes her on walks, plays with her, snuggles her & loves her as if she were her own dog. I would recommend Lauren to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving person to take care of their fur baby!”


11. Olivia V.
About: My family has had animals running around for all of my life! Friends and family have relied on me to help watch, walk, and love dogs and cats! My family has 2 dogs we got in 2020 and 4 cats we have had for years! I am excellent with cats and understand that some need patience, time, and space to warm up to you! I love running around with dogs and getting their adrenaline going but I'm also a big sucker for some puppy cuddles! **Availability! Although I am in school Mon-Fri, I do have some availability! With the way my school schedule is built I have plenty of room for flexibility! My unavaible times for things like dog walking or drop-ins are as follows: [Mon/Wed] 2:00 pm -2:50 pm [Tues/Thurs] 9:00 am - 10:20am I have a fenced yard with enough space for your pup to run around and a reliable dog park around the corner at Spring Canyon Park! I have no problem with putting your pup in a crate or giving your pet any medication they may need! I love to go on long walks and have your pup guide me with all the sniffies they desire (avoiding unfamiliar objects of course) but I also love to just sit and hangout if your pet prefers! If any pet has a disability or a disadvantage I have the patience to take it slow if they need it!


12. Alysha E.

“Alysha was kind, communicative, and kept my little guy happy and fed. I would strongly recommend hiring her!”


13. Kristopher D.
“Kris’ love and care for animals is so genuine. He is responsible and reliable. Most importantly, Kris cares deeply about my dog, Bob, and cat, Turmeric. I’m so grateful for his services walking and watching my babies :).”


14. Alyssa M.
“Alyssa loves animals and always ensures that all of their needs are cared for. Not only is she able to keep to a strict feeding and walking schedule for them if necessary but she is in tune with emotions. Her special touch with animals can be seen with how she interacts with them. Where ever they enjoy touches and pats she is sure to provide. They will feel so much love an compassion with every opportunity they get with her.”


15. Ashley T.

“Ashley was great. Very communicative and did a great job caring for and playing with our kitties.”


16. Claire B.
“Claire stayed at my home for three nights and took wonderful care of my two cats and dog. She walked the dog frequently and communicated with me so well throughout her stay. Claire was incredibly friendly, kind, and has such a great personality. It’s clear she loves pets and has lots of experience with all types of animals. I completely trust her, and she’ll be my go-to sitter from now on!”


17. Melanie D.

“Melanie was great at keeping my cat company and sending me updates. Very clear communication, and I especially appreciated the photos.”


18. Bailey S.
“Bailey was a great pet care provider for our two dogs. Not only did she take care of two dogs, one of them was a Great Dane puppy. I was a little nervous with a sitter taking care of the puppy, because she is a lot to handle and quite big/strong for her size:) However, Bailey listened to all my instruction on how to handle her/care for her and did a great job with them. She was only with us for a couple months (due to moving), but during her time with the dogs they adapted very well and were much happier dogs in the evening when I got home from work. She kept me informed after each of her visits, through notes or text. And anything I had ask her to do, she did with no problems. Bailey also was available last minute (asked her the day of) with watching the dogs for an evening, so she is very flexible and willing to help out whenever. Having her let the dogs out during the day helped with my stress and the dogs. I would high recommend and wish we had another sitter like Bailey in our new city.”


19. Ingrid B.

“Great communication and care. Having not used Rover before, we were a bit nervous, but delighted to have met Ingrid.”


20. Jolie C.

“Jolie was very attentive and communicative while we were out of town. Jolie sent photos of our cat's daily activities (even though our little guy likes to hide around people). Highly recommend Jolie as she communicative, punctual, and easy going.”
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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 Arcata on Rover as of Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 38 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, 87% 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 3 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 38 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.
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.
