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“Melodi is great with our cats, even though they get a bit stressed when we leave. She always makes sure to send lots of updates and pics when she visits, and she's super quick to respond to messages.”
“Katelyn was fantastic. My kitties usually don't do well with strangers but she made them feel comfortable and they took to her very quickly. She took very good care of my babies while I was away. I will definitely use her whenever I need my cats taken care of. Highly recommend.”
“Lindsay was wonderful and treated our cat very well. I could tell he felt comfortable with her which is exactly what we needed. She sent lots of photos which was great and put my mind at ease!”
“Alexis was great with my senior cat while I was away. She kept with updated with the river card after every very visit and sent pics throughout. I will definitely reach out to her again for future sitting.”
“Tigger and Haze were very well taken care of! You guys sent us great pictures and excellent updates!! It was a tremendous relief not to be worried about our elderly cats. They were definitely in great hands!!”
“Edie was so sweet and great with our cats while we were away (including our senior kitty who needed oral meds). Very responsive and sent detailed check-ins for each visit with photos and videos. 10/10 would book again!”
“Lisa was great at communicating. She went above and beyond helping with mail and packages and did a fabulous job of making sure our cat was loved and taken care of. Could not recommend more.”
“Madelyn was amazing! She took care of our 2 cats while we were away. She stopped by twice per day, was consistent and prompt. She sent photos of the cats throughout her stay and they seemed to love her! I would definitely have Madelyn back to our home.”
“I wish that more people in the world were like Tim. His integrity, responsibility, and dedication are rare qualities. I was at my wits end with stress from moving across the country, but I had to travel for work. I was worried sick about my poor cat that had been through so much stress already. From the first day, I felt that I could trust Tim with my cat and my home. With clear and regular communication, I could see that my very shy cat was warming up to Tim and it gave me a sense of relief that I hadn’t felt in weeks. Despite the facts that my furniture hadn’t even arrived (and arrived while I was away!), that the house was cold, and had few amenities, Tim never complained and handled everything graciously. Simply put, Tim was there for me when I needed help, and he has my eternal trust and gratitude. I’ve already asked him to stay again when I have to travel in a couple of months.”
“Allie did a wonderful job taking care of our two cats, who can be quite picky! She even vacuumed up the litter on the floor so we came to a squeaky clean home! I will definitely rebook her, our cats definitely loved her!”
“Ellery's confident and friendly personality immediately made me feel comfortable that my cats would be in competent hands while I was out of town. One of my cats has medical issues, but Ellery was unflappable, and assured me that he would be treated as if he were her own, if any emergencies arose, and he needed to have emergency care. I arrived home to happy cats, and a litter box area that was clean and tidy. We will definitely reach out to Ellery in the future to care for our cats when away.”
About: Animals have been a part of my life for over six decades, and caring for them brings me purpose. I've had dogs by my side my whole life, shared my home with cats, spent years riding and caring for horses, and even rescued a goose and few pigeons. I’m experienced with pets of all ages. I understand the special care they need and have hands-on experience administering medications and supporting aging pets with patience and compassion. Their comfort and well-being are always my top priorities. I also have the patience to help young animals that are still in their training phase. Now retired, I have the time and energy to devote fully to your furry (or feathered!) family members. I believe every animal deserves love, respect, and lots of attention—and that’s exactly what I provide. Whether you’re going away or just need an extra hand, you can rest easy knowing your pets are in experienced, loving hands. I am retired so I am free to assist in any way I can, no job is too small and I am always happy to help. Your pet’s safety is my top priority. I take time to learn their routine, keep doors and gates secure, avoid hazards, and provide constant supervision, love, and calm, reliable care.
“Amanda was a wonderful cat sitter! We have two very sweet older kitties who need medication twice a day. She took very good care of them and sent lots of very cute pictures. It’s clear they were very happy while we were away. She also went above and beyond what was asked. If the kitties made any messes while we were gone, there was no evidence when we came home! She also cleaned up something that had spilled from our pantry onto the floor while we were gone. We really appreciate that she took such care of our pets and home while we were away. Amanda was a great communicator, sending updates often (but not too much) and she responds to messages very promptly. We will definitely have her watch our cats again in the future!”
About: I have always grown up around dogs, and I have two huskies of my own now. I’ve cared for and trained my own dogs as well as my neighbor’s dogs. I’m currently at college and studying for the MCAT, so I don’t have any obligations that I can’t move around. I’m free just about any time! Since I’ve cared for many other dogs, I can understand their personalities and when they need to be alone. I will also work with the owner to better understand what the pet likes and how to best care for them.
“I feel so lucky to have found Rachael to check in on my two cats every day while I was away for 10 days. She’s super communicative and reliable and I would recommend to her anyone and be so happy to work with her again.”
“Jordyyn was amazing with our 6 cats. She made sure they all got their meds, were feed twice a day and she even bonded with and brushed one of our fur babies! Our cats aren't the friendliest, but she managed to pet them and make them feel comfortable around her. Jordyyn is punctual, friendly and detail oriented and I would use her again in a second to take care of my pets!”
“Valerie helped take care of my 3 cats after I had hand surgery. She was great with the cats, and they became very comfortable with her very quickly. She was dependable and very helpful. I recommend her highly.”
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Melodi E.Star Sitter
“Melodi is great with our cats, even though they get a bit stressed when we leave. She always makes sure to send lots of updates and pics when she visits, and she's super quick to respond to messages.”
Katelyn M.
“Katelyn was fantastic. My kitties usually don't do well with strangers but she made them feel comfortable and they took to her very quickly. She took very good care of my babies while I was away. I will definitely use her whenever I need my cats taken care of. Highly recommend.”
Lindsay B.
“Lindsay was wonderful and treated our cat very well. I could tell he felt comfortable with her which is exactly what we needed. She sent lots of photos which was great and put my mind at ease!”
Alexis M.Star Sitter
“Alexis was great with my senior cat while I was away. She kept with updated with the river card after every very visit and sent pics throughout. I will definitely reach out to her again for future sitting.”
meredith c. s.Star Sitter
“Tigger and Haze were very well taken care of! You guys sent us great pictures and excellent updates!! It was a tremendous relief not to be worried about our elderly cats. They were definitely in great hands!!”
Edie H.Star Sitter
“Edie was so sweet and great with our cats while we were away (including our senior kitty who needed oral meds). Very responsive and sent detailed check-ins for each visit with photos and videos. 10/10 would book again!”
Lisa K.Star Sitter
“Lisa was great at communicating. She went above and beyond helping with mail and packages and did a fabulous job of making sure our cat was loved and taken care of. Could not recommend more.”
Madelyn K.Star Sitter
“Madelyn was amazing! She took care of our 2 cats while we were away. She stopped by twice per day, was consistent and prompt. She sent photos of the cats throughout her stay and they seemed to love her! I would definitely have Madelyn back to our home.”
Ally S.Star Sitter
“Ally is amazing! She gave lots of attention and love to our cat and went over the top to help out and take care of everything. Highly recommend!”
Hollie H.Star Sitter
“Hollie did a great job checking in on my dog. Good communication, and sent nice pictures. Will definitely book again.”
Micah W.
“Micah was an amazing rover sitter! She took excellent care of our cat Leo during our engagement weekend. We highly recommend her!!”
Tim H.
Star Sitter
“I wish that more people in the world were like Tim. His integrity, responsibility, and dedication are rare qualities. I was at my wits end with stress from moving across the country, but I had to travel for work. I was worried sick about my poor cat that had been through so much stress already. From the first day, I felt that I could trust Tim with my cat and my home. With clear and regular communication, I could see that my very shy cat was warming up to Tim and it gave me a sense of relief that I hadn’t felt in weeks. Despite the facts that my furniture hadn’t even arrived (and arrived while I was away!), that the house was cold, and had few amenities, Tim never complained and handled everything graciously. Simply put, Tim was there for me when I needed help, and he has my eternal trust and gratitude. I’ve already asked him to stay again when I have to travel in a couple of months.”
Allie M.Star Sitter
“Allie did a wonderful job taking care of our two cats, who can be quite picky! She even vacuumed up the litter on the floor so we came to a squeaky clean home! I will definitely rebook her, our cats definitely loved her!”
Ellery S.
“Ellery's confident and friendly personality immediately made me feel comfortable that my cats would be in competent hands while I was out of town. One of my cats has medical issues, but Ellery was unflappable, and assured me that he would be treated as if he were her own, if any emergencies arose, and he needed to have emergency care. I arrived home to happy cats, and a litter box area that was clean and tidy. We will definitely reach out to Ellery in the future to care for our cats when away.”
Nancy H.
“Nancy is fantastic! Her compassion and enthusiasm is unmatched. She is so gentle and comforting to the animals, and is able to match their personality to ensure they are always having a good time. Whether they are young or old, active or lazy, cat or dog - she is able to fulfill and exceed their needs. She is willing to truly take her time with each animal to make sure they are happy, healthy, and safe. Her unconditional love to care for animals is very evident upon all interactions and would recommend to everyone :)”
Amanda D.
“Amanda was a wonderful cat sitter! We have two very sweet older kitties who need medication twice a day. She took very good care of them and sent lots of very cute pictures. It’s clear they were very happy while we were away. She also went above and beyond what was asked. If the kitties made any messes while we were gone, there was no evidence when we came home! She also cleaned up something that had spilled from our pantry onto the floor while we were gone. We really appreciate that she took such care of our pets and home while we were away. Amanda was a great communicator, sending updates often (but not too much) and she responds to messages very promptly. We will definitely have her watch our cats again in the future!”
Tayma M.
About: I have always grown up around dogs, and I have two huskies of my own now. I’ve cared for and trained my own dogs as well as my neighbor’s dogs. I’m currently at college and studying for the MCAT, so I don’t have any obligations that I can’t move around. I’m free just about any time! Since I’ve cared for many other dogs, I can understand their personalities and when they need to be alone. I will also work with the owner to better understand what the pet likes and how to best care for them.
Rachael L.Star Sitter
“I feel so lucky to have found Rachael to check in on my two cats every day while I was away for 10 days. She’s super communicative and reliable and I would recommend to her anyone and be so happy to work with her again.”
Jordynn M.Star Sitter
“Jordyyn was amazing with our 6 cats. She made sure they all got their meds, were feed twice a day and she even bonded with and brushed one of our fur babies! Our cats aren't the friendliest, but she managed to pet them and make them feel comfortable around her. Jordyyn is punctual, friendly and detail oriented and I would use her again in a second to take care of my pets!”
Valerie L.
“Valerie helped take care of my 3 cats after I had hand surgery. She was great with the cats, and they became very comfortable with her very quickly. She was dependable and very helpful. I recommend her highly.”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Arcola 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 1,912 cat sitters in Arcola. 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, 85% of Arcola cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Arcola have an average of 14 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 Arcola.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Arcola 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 1,912 cat sitters in Arcola on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Arcola, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% 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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