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“Could not have been happier with Nina’s services! Her daily notes kept my worries about the kitties at bay while we were away for Christmas. I would definitely rebook in the future.”
“This was my first time using Rover. Heather B. was amazing! She cared for my two cats for 7 days, 1x/day. The daily timing of visits was consistent with what was agreed upon. The photos and notes she posted were so complete and helpful that I really felt comfortable with my decision to use Rover, and especially picking Heather B. This experience has helped inspire me to travel more, knowing my kitties are in good hands!”
“Debi went above and beyond for us!!!! Our cat is very afraid when visitors come by when we aren’t home and has scared a few sitters. One sitter didn’t want to come back after her first day with Dusty. Our cat had no one to look after him and we were so worried since we were away. Thankfully Debi came to the rescue and helped out with Dusty. She took such great care of him! We are so thankful for her. 💕💕”
“Hailey was extremely prompt with her communication, and very nice to work with! She took good care of my 3 kitties’ needs during an overnight trip. Hailey provided photos, even though 2 of my cats were hiding! That was greatly appreciated. I would definitely hire her again. Thank you Hailey!”
“I’ve had Jose watch our senior cat for the Christmas holiday and now a long weekend. He is always prompt with communicating to me and sends great photos. It seems like our grouchy cat likes him a lot so we will happily continue to use him as available and would recommend!”
“Jessica was amazing at taking care of my two cats! She was responsive to messages, did thorough check ins, and was someone I trusted to leave my pets with. I would 100% book her again in the future!!”
“Love Stephanie! She is incredibly sweet, caring, and professional. She went above and beyond—not only did she brush my cats’ teeth, clean the litter box, and play with them, but she also vacuumed my room and even took out the trash! I felt completely at ease knowing my cats were in such great hands. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and thoughtful sitter!”
“Alexis showed so much care for my kitty, Roo! She was consistent and transparent throughout the entire visit. I will absolutely book with her again.”
“I am so glad that Lawrence took care of Chai this weekend! I honestly could not have hoped for a better person! My original sitter canceled on me last minute and I always believe that everything happens for the best because I came across Lawrence. She made sure the Chai was the most comfortable and updated me throughout with messages and pictures. Definitely recommend her and definitely will keep coming back for my cat-sitting needs! Thank you Lawrence!”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot recommend Glenmary enough! Since meeting her, I’ve booked her three days in a row because of how amazing she is with my cat, Logan. She doesn’t just stop by—she truly cares. She takes the time to play with him, even capturing adorable photos of him in action, and always makes sure his litter box and food bowls are fresh and clean. Beyond being an incredible pet sitter, Glenmary is simply an exceptional human being. When I had to rush back to the hospital unexpectedly, I asked if she could grab a few personal items from my home while checking on Logan, and without hesitation, she went out of her way to bring them to me. Her kindness, reliability, and trustworthiness have made her my favorite sitter. I never thought I’d love a new app this much, but thanks to Glenmary, I do! If you’re looking for someone who will care for your pet (and even you!) like family, she’s the one.”
“Mackenzie was awesome! She took excellent care of our cats!”
“Katrina was great! She sent pics every day with her updates. She even managed to get my otherwise relatively shy cat to come out and see her.”
“Timely and attentive, my cats, especially my timid one, really warmed up to them which I really appreciate! Very thankful to have reliable sitters so close!”
“Emily is absolutely amazing! She knows just how to handle my 2 cats, who have completely opposite personalities, and she gives them so much love and attention. I am at ease when I am away because I know she is taking such good care of my babies. She is also so patient with my sassy girl cat! I couldn’t ask for a better sitter than Emily. Book her now!!!”
“Natasha was a great cat sitter for my 2 shy cats! She was very communicative while we were away, always sending updates and pictures/videos. I really appreciated her patience as our cats are always scared of new people! Thank you, Natasha!”
About: I have been taking care of my neighbors, family, friends, and my own dog/pets for 10 years including walks, feeding, watching, and helping train. I have experience with puppies and older dogs as well as injured or sick dogs. I am currently in a local college for health care. I am free all day Saturday-Monday and after 3 Tuesday-Friday. I have transportation and can drive a reasonable distance. I would follow any rules you have set for your dog (ex. food allowed, walking requirements, type of leash/collar for walks, and if they need to be crated or not) I would be able and willing to provide any medical care needed as long as I am shown how to correctly.
“Sydney is the best! She is extremely helpful, professional and attentive to my dog's needs. She is always on time and thorough with her visits. Couldn't ask for a better sitter!”
“Leo went above and beyond to ensure our very social cat was cared for while we were away for 5 days. Proactive communication and thoughtful insights with daily photos gave us peace of mind that routines at home were running smoothly. We would highly recommend Leo for pet care and look forward to working with him again.”
About: I have previously worked at a cat shelter (approx 250-300 cats), I have been a cat owner consistently for 21 years, I have sat a “zoo” before ~ dogs, cats, birds, a frog, fish, etc. I love to spend quality time with pets, not just a quick 5 minute drop in. I will happily rub their belly on top of feeding them. I have never, ever met a cat that didn’t like me! Typically the complete opposite & they end up adoring me. 😅 I work full time during the day til 5:00 and am remote 3 days a week (mon, tues, fri), with a compressed workweek that makes it possible to have every other Friday off. M-F I could do an evening visit only, and on days off (every other Friday or weekends) I could do one visit in the morning & one in the evening. Thanks to summer hours at my FT job I am available after 1pm every Thursday through August 28th. My cats are spoiled ~ there’s 2 litter boxes, 2 wet food dishes, 2 areas with dry crunchy food, and a water fountain. They get Churu’s or treats every once in awhile. I keep the floors clean so they don’t find some random thing to chew on. So needless to say I would treat your cat like royalty pretty much. 😊
About: Growing up we have always had dogs. I worked at mohawk Hudson for 5 years was the admission supervisor also one of the animal cruelty officers , I have worked with so many different animals, the bad nuggets are always my favorite. I am very flexible with my schedule, I can work most days at most times. I will always have time for the pups, hope to meet your fur babies I will definitely treat them as if they are my own. Safety is my top priority also.make sure they feel safe and have fun. Hope to meet them
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Nina L.Star Sitter
“Could not have been happier with Nina’s services! Her daily notes kept my worries about the kitties at bay while we were away for Christmas. I would definitely rebook in the future.”
Heather B.Star Sitter
“This was my first time using Rover. Heather B. was amazing! She cared for my two cats for 7 days, 1x/day. The daily timing of visits was consistent with what was agreed upon. The photos and notes she posted were so complete and helpful that I really felt comfortable with my decision to use Rover, and especially picking Heather B. This experience has helped inspire me to travel more, knowing my kitties are in good hands!”
Debra E.
Star Sitter
“Debi went above and beyond for us!!!! Our cat is very afraid when visitors come by when we aren’t home and has scared a few sitters. One sitter didn’t want to come back after her first day with Dusty. Our cat had no one to look after him and we were so worried since we were away. Thankfully Debi came to the rescue and helped out with Dusty. She took such great care of him! We are so thankful for her. 💕💕”
Hailey A.Star Sitter
“Hailey was extremely prompt with her communication, and very nice to work with! She took good care of my 3 kitties’ needs during an overnight trip. Hailey provided photos, even though 2 of my cats were hiding! That was greatly appreciated. I would definitely hire her again. Thank you Hailey!”
Jose A.Star Sitter
“I’ve had Jose watch our senior cat for the Christmas holiday and now a long weekend. He is always prompt with communicating to me and sends great photos. It seems like our grouchy cat likes him a lot so we will happily continue to use him as available and would recommend!”
Jessica A.
“Jessica was amazing at taking care of my two cats! She was responsive to messages, did thorough check ins, and was someone I trusted to leave my pets with. I would 100% book her again in the future!!”
Stephanie B.Star Sitter
“Love Stephanie! She is incredibly sweet, caring, and professional. She went above and beyond—not only did she brush my cats’ teeth, clean the litter box, and play with them, but she also vacuumed my room and even took out the trash! I felt completely at ease knowing my cats were in such great hands. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and thoughtful sitter!”
Alexis W.Star Sitter
“Alexis showed so much care for my kitty, Roo! She was consistent and transparent throughout the entire visit. I will absolutely book with her again.”
Lawrence H.
“I am so glad that Lawrence took care of Chai this weekend! I honestly could not have hoped for a better person! My original sitter canceled on me last minute and I always believe that everything happens for the best because I came across Lawrence. She made sure the Chai was the most comfortable and updated me throughout with messages and pictures. Definitely recommend her and definitely will keep coming back for my cat-sitting needs! Thank you Lawrence!”
Glenmary A.Star Sitter
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot recommend Glenmary enough! Since meeting her, I’ve booked her three days in a row because of how amazing she is with my cat, Logan. She doesn’t just stop by—she truly cares. She takes the time to play with him, even capturing adorable photos of him in action, and always makes sure his litter box and food bowls are fresh and clean. Beyond being an incredible pet sitter, Glenmary is simply an exceptional human being. When I had to rush back to the hospital unexpectedly, I asked if she could grab a few personal items from my home while checking on Logan, and without hesitation, she went out of her way to bring them to me. Her kindness, reliability, and trustworthiness have made her my favorite sitter. I never thought I’d love a new app this much, but thanks to Glenmary, I do! If you’re looking for someone who will care for your pet (and even you!) like family, she’s the one.”
Mackenzie L.
“Mackenzie was awesome! She took excellent care of our cats!”
Katrina D.
“Katrina was great! She sent pics every day with her updates. She even managed to get my otherwise relatively shy cat to come out and see her.”
Shannon & Alexander S.Star Sitter
“Timely and attentive, my cats, especially my timid one, really warmed up to them which I really appreciate! Very thankful to have reliable sitters so close!”
Emily K.
“Emily is absolutely amazing! She knows just how to handle my 2 cats, who have completely opposite personalities, and she gives them so much love and attention. I am at ease when I am away because I know she is taking such good care of my babies. She is also so patient with my sassy girl cat! I couldn’t ask for a better sitter than Emily. Book her now!!!”
Natasha B.Star Sitter
“Natasha was a great cat sitter for my 2 shy cats! She was very communicative while we were away, always sending updates and pictures/videos. I really appreciated her patience as our cats are always scared of new people! Thank you, Natasha!”
Alexis R.
“Alexis has been around animals her whole life. From dogs and cats to guinea pigs, hamsters, rats and rabbits. She loves ALL animals. Big and small, both old and young. She tells me she likes animals more than people sometimes. She will definitely take great care of any animal she watches. She is very responsible and mature. Anyone would be extremely happy to have her as a caregiver for their pet!”
Sydney W.
“Sydney is the best! She is extremely helpful, professional and attentive to my dog's needs. She is always on time and thorough with her visits. Couldn't ask for a better sitter!”
Leo V.
“Leo went above and beyond to ensure our very social cat was cared for while we were away for 5 days. Proactive communication and thoughtful insights with daily photos gave us peace of mind that routines at home were running smoothly. We would highly recommend Leo for pet care and look forward to working with him again.”
Colleen H.
About: I have previously worked at a cat shelter (approx 250-300 cats), I have been a cat owner consistently for 21 years, I have sat a “zoo” before ~ dogs, cats, birds, a frog, fish, etc. I love to spend quality time with pets, not just a quick 5 minute drop in. I will happily rub their belly on top of feeding them. I have never, ever met a cat that didn’t like me! Typically the complete opposite & they end up adoring me. 😅 I work full time during the day til 5:00 and am remote 3 days a week (mon, tues, fri), with a compressed workweek that makes it possible to have every other Friday off. M-F I could do an evening visit only, and on days off (every other Friday or weekends) I could do one visit in the morning & one in the evening. Thanks to summer hours at my FT job I am available after 1pm every Thursday through August 28th. My cats are spoiled ~ there’s 2 litter boxes, 2 wet food dishes, 2 areas with dry crunchy food, and a water fountain. They get Churu’s or treats every once in awhile. I keep the floors clean so they don’t find some random thing to chew on. So needless to say I would treat your cat like royalty pretty much. 😊
Kaitlin M.
About: Growing up we have always had dogs. I worked at mohawk Hudson for 5 years was the admission supervisor also one of the animal cruelty officers , I have worked with so many different animals, the bad nuggets are always my favorite. I am very flexible with my schedule, I can work most days at most times. I will always have time for the pups, hope to meet your fur babies I will definitely treat them as if they are my own. Safety is my top priority also.make sure they feel safe and have fun. Hope to meet them
Colonie cat parents share their Rover experiences
We are so glad we reached out to Stephanie for drop in visits! Very professional, kind, and provides very thorough updates and photos! Highly recommend!
Stacie was awesome, and took incredible care of my cat while I was away! She ensured Nala received her food and medication on time and spent time with her each day.
Jessica was fantastic with my cat! I arrived home after having to travel for work to a healthy and happy cat and an apartment that was just the way I had left it. Jessica provided a clear summary of each visit and was overall a great catsitter! Will book again.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Colonie is $25
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Sitters in Colonie 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 Colonie on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 280 cat sitters in Colonie. 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 Colonie cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Colonie 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 Colonie.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Colonie 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 280 cat sitters in Colonie on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Colonie, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 89% 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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