Cat Sitting in Ballardvale
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Top rated Ballardvale cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“I was a bit concerned about traveling out-of-state since relocating to Mass.; however, Tom was accommodating and thoughtful to my dog, Luna, and her needs. Thank you, Tom 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾”
About: I have taken care of animals as a sitter and as a shelter volunteer for over a decade. I have looked after cats, dogs, guinea pigs, turtles, bearded dragons, and more! I absolutely love animals and have experience with all ages and behaviors :) I am currently on break after graduating from Brandeis University! This summer, I am working part-time and taking classes on and off, so I have lots of flexibility when it comes to helping out with your furry friends! I am happy to follow any set schedules you have for your furry friends and to do everything that I can to make them feel at home while you are away :)
About: For my entire life, I’ve always lived with dogs, cats, fish, gerbils, hamsters - you name it! - and as such, pet care has always been second nature. Growing up a pet lover, a few years ago I decided that I wanted to start pet sitting, and I have been doing it on and off ever since. Now being home for the summer from college, I would love to find more work in the field. Additionally, I have 4 senior pets at home including 2 senior dogs, so I am very comfortable working with older animals and their needs! I am home from college for summer break until late August, so until I go back to school, I am mostly available and am happy to help in whatever way I can! I currently have 2 dogs and 2 cats at home (as well as a fish) who each have very specific dietary needs and routines. As such, I am very used to not only following specific instructions and steps to the letter, but also to balancing various pet needs. Additionally, having had many pets in my lifetime and having taken care of various pets for others, I am incredibly familiar with how every pet has different behaviors and care needs. For my own dogs at home, for example, given their age, they do not do well with long, rigorous walks. However, for one of the dogs I have been sitting for on and off for the past 3 years, she is full of energy and is the exact opposite of my senior dogs at home. Overall, even though every pet is different, I make sure that their needs are well met and pay attention to what messages they are sending me with body language and behaviors.
“Walter was so courteous and showed up on time every day and I could tell me animals were taken care of. He even offered more support for the animals for an extended period when my travel was impacted by the snow. He came 2x a day for my dogs and played with them and even stayed extra time s few times, and was able to give them medications and feed them, along with my cats as well. He was also very communicative, and followed instructions. I can tell my animals are happy. I will be using Walter again!”
“Cat was fantastic with our shy Greyson! I am amazed that she was able to get him comfortable enough to come out from hiding! Also her communication while we were away was great!”
“Rachel was great to work with! She came by for several drop in visits for our dog who really enjoyed it! She was easy to communicate with and prompt for each appointment. Would recommend working with her!”
“Arianna is an excellent pet sitter! She took great care of my two cats. Every visit, she took several pictures of her sitting with and petting the cats, and they very clearly liked her. Thank you Arianna!”
“We had a wonderful experience with Stefanni. She was caring, and attentive to Fancy and Sterling and we truly appreciated the daily updates and photos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. It was clear our pet was well cared for and comfortable at home. We’ll happily book her again!”
“Caroline was AMAZING!! She was completely attentive to my cat’s needs and personality, and it was clear from the great vids and photos she sent that our kitty was very happy in her care. ☺️ I will definitely book with her again!”
“Bill and I always feel better after Jill checks on Murphy! Jill is timely, reliable and sends photos of our girls, which always makes our day. Murphy can't wait to see Jill again!”
“Carina did a great job with my 4 year old cat! She sent pictures at each visit and some notes every now and then to update me on her status. I returned home to a happy cat after my trip, thanks to Carina.”
About: I have grown up with dogs my whole life and have one of my own currently so I understand how nerve wrecking it can be leaving your pup in new hands! I ran my own dog walking, sitting & boarding business, worked at a doggy daycare & worked at a dog bakery so I have a great range of experience. I can’t wait to meet and care for your pup! I work from home all week which is what makes pet sitting so much easier. Having my own dog makes scheduling around their needs second nature! I love going on walks and getting the pets active to help get out some of their energy! I’ve used a lot enrichment toys with dogs I’ve watched and those are always super helpful.
“Eleanor did a phenomenal job watching my two dogs over Memorial Day Weekend. Constant communication throughout the drop ins and provided picture updates as well. Highly recommend Eleanor and hope to rebook in the near future!!”
About: Pet sitting and dog walking have been a passion of mine for over fifteen years now. Growing up with pets my entire life stemmed my love for this job. Previously before taking on my own clients, I volunteered at an animal rescue center. I have experience with all types of animals including dogs, cats, farm animals, & exotic pets. I have been trained in animal behaviors, animal restraint, CPR, and obedience training skills. At my home, I own a Czech working line German Shepherd named Buddy and a domestic short hair cat named Loaf. Monday-Friday open availability. Can request for services same day Will respond back ASAP Cancelation policy - Please let me know one day in advance if you can Pet care will always be followed per owner’s instructions. Jogging can be included in with walks as long as dog is in healthy condition and owner requests. Meet & Greets are offered complimentary
Ballardvale cat parents share their Rover experiences
Second time I'm booking Catherine, this time for a relatively long period and I have zero regrets! She is super kind and loving to both of my cats, communicative and takes really good pictures! 😸 My kitties were well and happy when I got back and that's the most important thing. Would definitely book Cat again!
Walter was so courteous and showed up on time every day and I could tell me animals were taken care of. He even offered more support for the animals for an extended period when my travel was impacted by the snow. He came 2x a day for my dogs and played with them and even stayed extra time s few times, and was able to give them medications and feed them, along with my cats as well. He was also very communicative, and followed instructions. I can tell my animals are happy. I will be using Walter again!
Carina was great at taking care of Missy! She checked in on time each day and spent time playing with her, fed her, cleaned the litter box as we had requested her to. Our little Missy became comfortable with her on the first meet and greet itself. We will definitely hire her again when needed.
Ary did such a wonderful job with our cat while we were away for three weeks. Her communication was great, and she sent multiple pictures each day, which the kids loved seeing. I appreciated all the love and cuddles and care our pet received, we felt she was in very good hands!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Ballardvale is $25
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Sitters in Ballardvale average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ballardvale on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 2,338 cat sitters in Ballardvale. 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, 88% of Ballardvale cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ballardvale have an average of 13 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Ballardvale.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ballardvale 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 2,338 cat sitters in Ballardvale on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ballardvale, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% 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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