Cat Sitting in Chicago
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Top rated Chicago cat sitters
“Ashley was very caring with Luz, which I really appreciated. They were communicative before, during, and after their visits. I would definitely recommend working with Ashley.”
“Breanna was amazing! I had to book a sitter last minute and she was so flexible and sweet about it. She sent pics of my cat every day and gave a thorough update. My cat, Clem, seemed so happy to have a friend!! Highly recommend.”
“Andrea was kind, communicative and went above and beyond for our kitties. They loved her, and even the shy one was comfortable in her pretense. She left the house just as she found it and was a pleasure to work with.”
“Eternal gratitude towards Yesenia for watching my cat Rover and helping me run small errands while I was away especially during the Holidays! <3 I returned to find my apartment super tidy and everything in one place. She is flexible and attentive. I had an amazing experience with her as my sitter and you will too!”
“Erin was everything her bio suggested she'd be. She was kind & caring with Bella, at the same time maintaing a professional, yet personable distance with me. I will definitely hire her again. Thank you, Erin!”
About: Hi, available for dog walks and dog/cat visits. I live by UIC so available in the surrounding neighborhoods. Presently, walk my dog Jelly and other dogs in West Loop, South Loop, Pilsen and Bridgeport and visit some awesome cats. All my clients i have been working with for months and it’s going really great. Large breeds, small breeds, medium, puppies, adult and senior dogs. Dogs with anxiety and rambunctious personalities, all are welcone. Can do long walks (brisk 60, 90 min to 2+ hours) for those dogs that need a lot of exercise, I’m attentive and conscientious and will never be on phone or wearing headphones while walking your dog. Will always watch for cars, street food, glass and other potential hazards in this great city of ours. Pic is my dog Jelly and our 4 cats Cletus, Screech and Wendy and Teddy. Animals are the best! We’ve had Jelly and before her Peach for 9 years now. She loves long walks and treats! (not in that order). Friendly, respectful and your neighbor; you can trust me to take care of your pet and not worry about anything. Currently walking dogs and busiest during the 11:30-2 pm hours, but can likely fit in your best bud for a nice stroll if a little flexible. I’ll try to accommodate as much as I can to make sure the times work for all. My dog is a couch potato, but likes to visit all her favorite spots. However you need your dogs walked, played with, treats if any, commands and training you are emphasizing can do. Please let me know.
“Donnatella was fantastic with our cat. This was our first time leaving our cat behind ever since we got him from the shelter. She kept us posted about his wellbeing/behavior and shared pictures with every visit. This really helped put our minds at ease.”
“David very clearly LOVES animals. He spent the time to make sure our cats were well loved and cared for and even went out of his way (literally) to make it out to our place over the holiday weekend. I would recommend David for any services you may need!”
“It was a pleasure working with Jason. Jason took great care of our fur baby, sent us lots of pictures and updates every day and even watered our plant for us! I would definitely recommend Jason to anyone looking for a caring and professional cat sitter!”
“Julianne was an amazing sitter for our cat. She was communicative and shared lots of photos, reassuring us that our girl was in good hands. I highly recommend you book Julianne!”
“Jozelin is wonderful!! She spent time with my cats, played with them and went above and beyond my instructions. This was my first experience with Rover after moving to a new city recently, and I feel like Jozelin is someone I could completely trust in my home and with my cats!”
“Kristi did a fantastic job with my cat, Aria. She doesn’t usually like strangers, but she seemed to like Kristi immediately. Aria seemed well taken care of while I was away and I recommend Kristi for anyone needing a cat sitter.”
“Very caring sitter!! She helped me find my cat that somehow got under the floorboards and behind a wall. I was on the other side of the world so i really appreciated her help in finding him. Would definitely recommend.”
About: Up until recently I had a large reactive dog. She was my best friend and taught me not only patience, but also taught me so much about dogs. I wfh and am looking to add a little something to my schedule. I would love to give your dog the exercise it needs while you’re at work. I am willing to work with reactive dogs in case by case basis I wfh and have flexibility in my schedule. I am available afternoons and evenings m-f and can work something out on weekends if it was needed. I would take care of your animals at your home based on instructions you give me for you pet. I respect you as an owner and your pet and do not want to give overstep and boundaries
“Sarah is professional, caring, and communicative and gave regular updates which I really appreciated. My cat was totally relaxed when I got home. Sarah is my new go to cat sitter!”
Over 16,504 pet parents in Chicago have booked cat sitting
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Chicago is $22
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Sitters in Chicago average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
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 Chicago on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $22 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 Nov 2025, there are 2,702 cat sitters in Chicago. 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, 84% of Chicago cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Chicago have an average of 14 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 Chicago.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Chicago 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 2,702 cat sitters in Chicago on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Chicago, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 88% 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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