Pet Sitting Cambridge

Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.

End
Search

Over 1,352
pet parents in Cambridge have booked pet sitting

Cambridge, Find top rated pet sitting

Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.

1 / 1
Sitter Profile Image: Courtney S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Courtney S.
Star Sitter
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
21 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Courtney is the best; she was so sweet with my 2 young cats! They can be nervous with strangers but they really warmed up to her, which is a testament to how gentle and patient she was. She followed instructions well, and kept us updated with meaningful report cards and lots of pictures. Would definitely book with her again! :)”

Profile image
Helena P.
Sitter Profile Image: Suzete C.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Suzete C.
Star Sitter
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 75 reviews
12 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cambridge, MA, 02139

“As always, Suzete is wonderful! Micio (our lovely cat) absolutely loves her. Suzete goes above and beyond and there’s no one else we’d feel so happy and comfortable leaving Micio with while we’re away. I couldn’t recommend her enough!”

Profile image
Anna C.
Sitter Profile Image: Amanda B.
Verified Background Check
Amanda B.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
18 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Amanda B. was such an amazing drop-in cat sitter for our two kitties! From our very first interaction, Amanda was super-responsive. This is a big plus in my book--it makes everything so much easier, and I find it reassuring. She was able to sit for us on very short notice, and she was kind and helpful in guiding us through the whole process as new Rover users. She easily captured all the information she needed during our meet-and-greet, and we loved the detailed summaries and photos she shared after each visit. Amanda went above and beyond even what we asked of her. For example, we wanted it to be a light lift, so we said it was fine to bag up the spent litter and leave it in the trash bin in our apartment. Amanda went the extra mile and took the litter out to our external trash can, so we didn't have to deal with it when we got home. We mainly wanted someone to change the litter and check on food and water while we were gone, but Amanda also spent some quality time petting and playing with Mimi (Mochi is shy), which both Mimi and we greatly appreciated. We don't have the need for a sitter often, but when the need arises again, I'd rebook with Amanda in a heartbeat!”

Profile image
Nicole F.
Sitter Profile Image: Darby G.
Verified Background Check
Darby G.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 77 reviews
21 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Darby was great with my 1 yr old Aussie pup! He has a ton of energy and he seemed happy when I got back. My apartment was left just the way I had it and communication was very fast ☺️”

Profile image
Daphne F.
Sitter Profile Image: Gabrielle U.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Gabrielle U.
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
6 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Gabrielle was an amazing pet sitter for my cat and I’m so glad I found her. My cat was having a lot of separation anxiety when I left for my trip, but Gabrielle took over like a professional cat whisperer and helped calm her and cared for her with her with a lot of attention to detail and I was so grateful! She was responsible, communicative, great with instructions and went above and beyond sending lots of pictures and updates for every visit which I loved, appreciated and looked forward to seeing everyday. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing my cat is in such good hands. She’s been an absolute star sitter and I would highly recommend her!”

Profile image
Ipsita M.
Sitter Profile Image: Elena S.
Verified Background Check
Elena S.
Star Sitter
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Elena was very communicative and wonderful to work with! Things were left very tidy and I wouldn't hesitate booking again in the future for drop in visits for my cat!”

Profile image
Yutaka O.
Sitter Profile Image: Stacy B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Stacy B.
Star Sitter
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 90 reviews
34 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Wellington-Harrington, Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Stacy came and met me and my cat in advance to go over her medical needs. Then she provided great updates during the course of caring for my cat, including watching out for the specific things that I had asked her to keep an eye on. She shared photos and let me know about eating levels and gave my cat lots of attention. My cat was in great spirits when I returned. Thank you, Stacy!”

Profile image
Anika V.
Sitter Profile Image: Lynne C.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Lynne C.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 380 reviews
75 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“So wonderful to have met Lynne! She was great with my anxious dogs and I appreciated that she did the meet and greet and got to know them ahead of time! They currently can't be at home alone and so it was great peace of mind to be able to leave them with her. We'll definitely be booking again. Thank you Lynne!”

Profile image
Yooni K.
Sitter Profile Image: Isabel P.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Isabel P.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 320 reviews
73 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Isabel was amazing. Highly recommend her for all your pet-sitting needs. She was reliable, followed the routine, and made every interaction positive and easy. The cats were well cared for and seemed to enjoy their playtime.”

Profile image
Amy M.
Sitter Profile Image: Nathan G.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Nathan G.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 118 reviews
36 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02145

“Nate has been awesome with our dog, Sadie. She can be fearful, but it was very clear at the first meeting that she was comfortable with him right away. He’s very attentive and communicative - sends pictures and videos during his visit, which we love. We will be continuing to have him watch Sadie on a regular basis and occasionally day care and overnights!”

Profile image
Megan H.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlin S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kaitlin S.
Star Sitter
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
9 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Quick to respond and took great care of Bug!”

Profile image
nicole d.
Sitter Profile Image: Dennis S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Dennis S.
Star Sitter
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
5 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Dennis was absolutely fantastic! He was so good with our shy cats. His updates were thorough, and he was very conscientious of the instructions we left him. I would definitely hire Dennis again.”

Profile image
Sophia W.
Sitter Profile Image: Eleanor W.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Eleanor W.
Star Sitter
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Neighborhood 9, Cambridge, MA, 02140

“Eleanor was great with Luna while we were on vacation! Luna warmed up to her super quickly. Eleanor spent time sitting / playing with Luna each day on her visit and sent us lots of pictures and updates!”

Profile image
Emily C.
Sitter Profile Image: Emily B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Emily B.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Emily is the best! She’s very flexible with my schedule changes and her communication is always on point with any details or requests I may have. My pup loves her!! Highly recommend her to anyone ❤️”

Profile image
Amy G.
Sitter Profile Image: Lily M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Lily M.
$27
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“We love Lily!!! We continue to leave our little Peanut with her when we’re away—And are always so confident she is in the very best of hands! Lily gives her lots of love and attention and we’re so lucky to have her in the neighborhood!”

Profile image
Calle J.
Sitter Profile Image: Hannah B.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Hannah B.
Star Sitter
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
17 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Cambridge, MA, 02139

“I’d absolutely book Hannah again! Both of my cats have multiple medications and she took great care to get everything right. She was even able to give Bodhi his insulin injection on her first night! She was very communicative and sent lots of photos of the cats and photos of their leftover food (particularly helpful for Rosie, as we had just changed her to a new diet). I didn’t worry about the cats once while we were away. I knew they were in good hands!”

Profile image
Elizabeth N.
Sitter Profile Image: Rachel H.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Rachel H.
Star Sitter
$25
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
12 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Was incredibly attuned to my lil anxious Winston, provided consistent helpful feedback & was just overall a perfect pet sitter for my baby boy! I was nervous using rover for the first time, and Rachel exceeded my expectations & went above and beyond. Will be working with her again!”

Profile image
Keelin R.
Sitter Profile Image: Weiwei Z.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Weiwei Z.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Riverside, Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Weiwei took excellent care of our three cats. She was reliable and easy to coordinate with, and every visit she would send a ton of photos of her playing with the cats. It was very nice getting to see those photos while we were away. We'd hire her again in a heartbeat.”

Profile image
Victoria E.
Sitter Profile Image: Yingzi Y.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Yingzi Y.
Star Sitter
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Yingzi was absolutely wonderful! She took such great care of my cats and was incredibly thorough and attentive throughout the entire stay. She left extremely detailed Rover cards after every visit, which made me feel completely at ease while I was away. She cleaned their food and water bowls and scooped the litter every time, and everything was so clean and orderly when I got home. Most importantly, my cats were happy and clearly very well cared for! I would absolutely recommend Yingzi and would be very happy to book with her again!”

Profile image
Kate H.
Sitter Profile Image: Alice D.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Alice D.
$23
total per visit
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02139

About: I've been a pet sitter for family, friends, and neighbors for many years. As someone who grew up with dogs and currently has several cats, I am skilled in caring for a range of dog sizes and animals with various personalities and needs. I work from home, which allows me lots of time to devote to animal care. I take daily evening walks and would love to take your pet with me. I provide house-sitting and during the day animal care, and I love spending time with animals in fenced-in yards and/or going on plenty of walks—whatever your pet prefers! I work from home, so am able to provide midday walks and constant company.

1 / 1
View more

The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Cambridge is $25

Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Cambridge

1 / 1
5.0 out of 5 stars

Casey is my go to pet sitter and she’s super dependable and I always feel at ease leaving my cat with her while I’m gone! Super responsive and great communication as well.

Profile image
Joyce L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alanna was great! She was on time, reliable, and wonderful with our cat. Her pictures were funny and helpful. I definitely recommend her and would book her again.

Profile image
Seth H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was patient with my shy older pup and very communicative in her updates throughout the visit. I would highly recommend Amanda!

Profile image
Angela R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Mintra was very attentive to my cat's needs and kept me informed of how he was doing. Loved all the photos, especially the action shots during playtime (so cute!). Thank you so much for keeping him company while I was away!

Profile image
Dahlia R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Dodi was thorough, responsive, and caring. My cats immediately took to her and she provided great care. I am so grateful she was able to take care of my 3 cats while I was away.

Profile image
Grace B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Maddie was fantastic! She was communicative throughout, and my puppy was entirely at ease with her. She uploaded multiple photos from her visit along with a thorough description of my pup’s behavior and activities. I would absolutely book with Maddie again—five stars all around.

Profile image
Vinay T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Isabel was such a lifesaver when we had a last minute trip pop up! She took great care of Biscuit and sent so many pictures of him playing with his favorite toys or cuddling which we really appreciated - thank you Isabel!!

Profile image
Lindsey D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We cannot recommend Suzete highly enough! She was absolutely incredible with our cat, Clyde, and went above and beyond in every possible way. She cleaned his litter box and water fountain, brushed him, played with him, brought him toys, and consistently stayed longer than the time we had scheduled. She also sent us wonderful pictures and updates, which made us feel completely at ease while we were away. The best testament to how wonderful she was with Clyde was how calm and content he was when we got home. It was honestly as if we had never left. It was so clear that he had been incredibly well cared for and had gotten a ton of attention and affection. Suzete is kind, thoughtful, reliable, and truly exceptional at what she does. We recommend her more than 100% and will absolutely be using her again and again. Clyde was lucky to have her!

Profile image
Danielle M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Anna is just the best! My cat adores her and I always know she is going to take the best care of him. She’s attentive, communicative, and gives my cat so much love and attention.

Profile image
Kayleigh V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Matilde has taken care of our cat, Ellie, multiple times now and she is truly the best! She is so thoughtful, compassionate, and always goes above and beyond to make sure Ellie is happy and well taken care of. Ellie can be a bit spicy and timid, but Matilde is incredibly patient and always respects her boundaries. We feel completely comfortable and at ease knowing Ellie is in her care when we are away!

Profile image
Megan M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alyssa was so great! My cat absolutely loved her & she took great care of him while I was away. She sent really cute photos and went above and beyond in communicating with me. 10/10, will book again, you should book her too!

Profile image
Mackenzie S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Serena is an excellent cat sitter who was willing to accommodate a last minute booking. She is very detailed in her updates on each session and was even willing to scoop litter and take out trash before we returned. She just clearly loves hanging out with cats and our boy loved his time with her. Highly recommend!

Profile image
Emma R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lorena and Jahn took great care of my cat! They were so accommodating, nice, and responsible. Send updates and pictures as well!

Profile image
Isabella P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandra did a great job taking care of our cat. Alexandra is very thorough, follows my instructions perfectly, and our cat loves to jump up to sit on her lap and purr.

Profile image
Alisa A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Annie is excellent! Our dog can be a little skittish, so we scheduled a meet and greet for them to get to know each other. Annie asked great clarifying questions and got along great with Clemens. Annie’s been very communicative and sweet to our dog since!

Profile image
Blair W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexina was amazing! It was a pleasure working with her, from our pre-booking “meet and greet” to her final visit and kind note. She was incredibly thoughtful and communicative, making it easy to trust her with our three cats and our home. This was our first Rover experience, and I felt so reassured to find Alexina, someone we can really trust. Thanks so much, Alexina!

Profile image
Abi N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was so great! She was so easy to communicate with and she sent lots of pictures so we knew our cats were in good hands. She offered to refill the litter boxes and even cleaned up after one of our cats had an unfortunate puking accident. We’d definitely love to book her again for future services!

Profile image
Daphne C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Helena took fantastic care of my cat Liuliu. She kept me posted on the feeding schedule, shared what she noticed about my cat and apartment, and asked extremely thoughtful questions. Liuliu had a hard time adjusting to staying with friends during my leave, but Helena's steady, gentle presence helped her settle right back in. It brought me great comfort to see how well Liuliu was doing with Helena around, and I loved all the pictures and videos she shared along the way.

Profile image
Tong X.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Isabel is great!! It was amazing reading her updates everyday, and I know max really enjoyed the company! I’ll definitely plan to rebook (:

Profile image
Martin A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Annika cared for my cat as if it was her own. I can tell she really cares for animals :) Annika's level of communication was beyond expectations!!! Thank you Annika!

Profile image
Mel F.
Drop-In Visits
1 / 1
Find pet care near you

Book with peace of mind

  • Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
  • Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
  • 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.

Why Choose Rover?

  • Cashless payments

    Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.

  • Reservation protection

    It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.

  • World-class support

    We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.

Meet local sitters who will treat your pets like family

  1. 1. Search

    Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer pet sitting
  2. 2. Meet In Person

    Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit
  3. 3. Book & Pay

    It's that easy! All payments are processed through Rover's secured platform

Popular requests for pet sitting - Cambridge

Select a filter and find qualifying sitters offering pet sitting.

Sitters in Cambridge average 6
repeat pet sitting clients

FAQs for Pet Sitting - Cambridge

Frequently asked questions about Rover

The average cost for Pet Sitting in Cambridge on Rover is $25.53 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 10,665 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Cambridge. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Cambridge stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Cambridge. On Rover:

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Connect anywhere with the Rover app

Download on the App Store BadgeGet it on Google Play Badge