Cat Sitting in Barrington
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“Madeline was amazing with our cat! It was so comforting knowing our cat was being so well taken care of! We would recommend Madeline to anyone looking for a caring and diligent pet sitter!”
“Taylor did a great job watching our cat while we were out of town for 6 days. She arrived as scheduled and followed instructions related to feeding, cleaning litter box, etc. She communicated daily through the Rover app with updates and pictures. Our cat responded very well to Taylor and was happy to see her during her visits. Would definitely use Taylor again!!”
“Our cat is usually very very shy and would never show herself to people other than family, but Kati was able to befriend her during her short stay, which was a relieve for us. She made sure our cat had some nice company while we were away and we would definitely ask Kati to take care of our cat again on a different trip.”
“Jaime is wonderful! She took excellent care of our cats, fish and turtles. She also sent photos several times and kept me updated that everything was fine. I highly recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter.”
“Sarah is an amazing pet sitter and took care of my fur babies while I was away. Thank you for the help and will definitely recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a pet sitter in the area! :)”
“Katerina did a great job stopping in to see our DJ every day while we were out of town and providing pictures and videos that were greatly appreciated. Her flexibility was also fantastic as we decided to extend our time away by about another week. During the whole time, Katerina took care of our cat and our house and we greatly appreciated that she could help us out. We will definitely use Katerina again!!”
“Mia was amazing and so helpful. Amazing communication she really went above and beyond with her care and took the extra step anyway she could. Would recommend her to anyone.”
“Jennifer was a wonderful caregiver and companion to our kitty. Detailed updates each day with fantastic pictures made our time away that much less stressful, knowing our kitty was in the right hands. We will absolutely look for Jennifer as our #1 choice next time we are out of town. Thank you to amazing Jennifer!!”
“Giada was truly amazing! She was our first Rover experience and it couldn’t have gone more smoothly! She was not only very kind and friendly, but she also kept us up-to-date with daily check-in updates and photos. We were able to enjoy our vacation fully knowing our cat was in good hands!”
“We’ve been using Doug as a pet sitter for a while now, and we highly recommend him. Doug is not only reliable but also genuinely enthusiastic about caring for our cats. We never have to worry about anything when they’re in his care. He ensures they get plenty of attention, including playtime and cuddles, which helps keep them happy while we’re away. Our cats require daily medication, and Doug handles this with ease, showing he’s comfortable with more complex care needs. I highly recommend his services to anyone—your pets will be in excellent hands, and you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re well cared for.”
“Sara hosted our kitty when we had to travel on short notice and we were very happy with everything 🙂 She checked in every day and sent adorable pictures, and Kimi had his own room with bird/tree views! Highly recommended!”
“This is the second time Allison has taken care of my cats. She does an excellent job and is so caring and considerate. She always sends pictures and my cats really seem to like her- and my one cat is very picky! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Allison to watch your pets.”
“Elyse was fantastic. Mello is a super shy girl but she was comfortable with Elyse right away. It’s clear that Elyse has a lot of experience with animals the way she took care of Mello. When I need a pet sitter again, I’m going with Elyse.”
About: I am a Special Education teacher who works at a Therapeutic School by day and an animal lover all day and night. I do not have kids but I have 3 cats and babysit my friends and families fur babies any chance I get. Pets have free range of my home, they can relax on the couch, chair and bed whenever they want. I have experience watching dogs from pups-elderly. I volunteer at a local animal rescue in Palatine and bring in therapy dogs to visit my classroom. I rescued and adopted a deaf kitty with one eye, and I've always had animals in my home. I am a non-smoker and vegan (vegans really do love animals). For any overnight/weekend stays, I will be home and available to play, go for lots of walks and hangout all weekend long with your fur baby. Regular walks, feedings, playtime and relaxation based on your dogs needs is my priority. I have three loving cats who will keep your dog company. I have a small backyard that is away from cars/traffic and a large front yard. I have a dog tie out and spiral stake for dogs that want to roam around my unfenced front and/or backyard. Playdates with neighboring dogs is always an option or solo, quiet time if they prefer. I can keep your pet on their walking/feeding/play/sleep schedule as you request.
“Nadia was great! Very friendly and took excellent care of Mochi and Roxy while we were out of town! I would highly recommend her! She’s reliable and always left good feedback for us. We will definitely use her again.”
About: I've spent my entire life around pets and animals and have pet sat for a lot of family and friends before. I always have loved spending time with animals and taking care of them. My family has raised a Lab, Goldendoodle, and a German Shepard, we are all pet lovers and are all very caring. I'm available all nights and weekends, on weekdays I have a flexible school schedule that allows me to be home multiple times per day. I am a senior about to graduate so I am taking a small amount of classes. I am very attentive to the pets I have cared for in the past, as well as my current pets. I keep to a schedule for feeding, walking, play time, and letting the pets out multiple times a day. This helps keep things organized and routine. I make sure all is well and keep communicating with their owners. Sending photos and videos to ensure your pet is having a good time.
About: I have a 5 acres property. 1 acre fenced in so dogs have a safe space to run and play. It is a little dog vacation paradise. I love animals and love helping others. I am home full time to care for your pets like they are our own. I am excited to take care of them while you are away. I love playing with the dogs and going then a vacation of their own. My property has paths through it and has lots of space.
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Madeline K.Star Sitter
“Madeline was amazing with our cat! It was so comforting knowing our cat was being so well taken care of! We would recommend Madeline to anyone looking for a caring and diligent pet sitter!”
Taylor S.Star Sitter
“Taylor did a great job watching our cat while we were out of town for 6 days. She arrived as scheduled and followed instructions related to feeding, cleaning litter box, etc. She communicated daily through the Rover app with updates and pictures. Our cat responded very well to Taylor and was happy to see her during her visits. Would definitely use Taylor again!!”
Kati C.
Star Sitter
“Our cat is usually very very shy and would never show herself to people other than family, but Kati was able to befriend her during her short stay, which was a relieve for us. She made sure our cat had some nice company while we were away and we would definitely ask Kati to take care of our cat again on a different trip.”
Kaylee O.Star Sitter
“Kaylee was great! She took care of our 2 cats and gave them lots of love! We are so happy and they loved her!”
Jaime B.
“Jaime is wonderful! She took excellent care of our cats, fish and turtles. She also sent photos several times and kept me updated that everything was fine. I highly recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter.”
Sarah E.Star Sitter
“Sarah is an amazing pet sitter and took care of my fur babies while I was away. Thank you for the help and will definitely recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a pet sitter in the area! :)”
Katerina K.Star Sitter
“Katerina did a great job stopping in to see our DJ every day while we were out of town and providing pictures and videos that were greatly appreciated. Her flexibility was also fantastic as we decided to extend our time away by about another week. During the whole time, Katerina took care of our cat and our house and we greatly appreciated that she could help us out. We will definitely use Katerina again!!”
Amanda R.Star Sitter
“Amanda did another great job with our boy Noodle! I love all of the pictures and detailed notes! Will definitely book again and highly recommend!”
Mia C.Star Sitter
“Mia was amazing and so helpful. Amazing communication she really went above and beyond with her care and took the extra step anyway she could. Would recommend her to anyone.”
Jennifer M.Star Sitter
“Jennifer was a wonderful caregiver and companion to our kitty. Detailed updates each day with fantastic pictures made our time away that much less stressful, knowing our kitty was in the right hands. We will absolutely look for Jennifer as our #1 choice next time we are out of town. Thank you to amazing Jennifer!!”
Giada W.Star Sitter
“Giada was truly amazing! She was our first Rover experience and it couldn’t have gone more smoothly! She was not only very kind and friendly, but she also kept us up-to-date with daily check-in updates and photos. We were able to enjoy our vacation fully knowing our cat was in good hands!”
Doug G.Star Sitter
“We’ve been using Doug as a pet sitter for a while now, and we highly recommend him. Doug is not only reliable but also genuinely enthusiastic about caring for our cats. We never have to worry about anything when they’re in his care. He ensures they get plenty of attention, including playtime and cuddles, which helps keep them happy while we’re away. Our cats require daily medication, and Doug handles this with ease, showing he’s comfortable with more complex care needs. I highly recommend his services to anyone—your pets will be in excellent hands, and you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re well cared for.”
Becca S.
“Becca took great care of our senior cat, including administering daily medication.”
Sara K.Star Sitter
“Sara hosted our kitty when we had to travel on short notice and we were very happy with everything 🙂 She checked in every day and sent adorable pictures, and Kimi had his own room with bird/tree views! Highly recommended!”
Allison G.
“This is the second time Allison has taken care of my cats. She does an excellent job and is so caring and considerate. She always sends pictures and my cats really seem to like her- and my one cat is very picky! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Allison to watch your pets.”
Elyse B.
“Elyse was fantastic. Mello is a super shy girl but she was comfortable with Elyse right away. It’s clear that Elyse has a lot of experience with animals the way she took care of Mello. When I need a pet sitter again, I’m going with Elyse.”
Nichole C.
“Nichole has stayed with our dogs several times when we were out of town. She is wonderful! She’s very responsible and Eddie & Bella absolutely love her! I would highly recommend Nichole for all of your dogs needs. We are going to be gone soon for 10 days and she will be staying with the dogs, I have no worries.❤️”
Nadia S.
“Nadia was great! Very friendly and took excellent care of Mochi and Roxy while we were out of town! I would highly recommend her! She’s reliable and always left good feedback for us. We will definitely use her again.”
Justin H.
“Justin is an amazing, responsible and caring young man. I have been able to watch him take care of his own dogs, cats and chickens with nothing but love and attention. He is very conscientious, pays attention to detail/instructions and will go above and beyond for your pet.”
Ryan A.
“Ryan and Laura were great with my poodle Lucky. He came home tired and very well taken care of. It was like a vacation for him. Will definitely use again. Thank you so much!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Barrington on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $23 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 939 cat sitters in Barrington. 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 Barrington cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Barrington have an average of 17 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 Barrington.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Barrington 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 939 cat sitters in Barrington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Barrington, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% 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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