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“Elizabeth was fantastic with our dogs! She was reliable, communicative, and clearly loves animals. We returned from our trip and found our animals were happy and well cared for. Elizabeth went above and beyond and made sure our dogs had comfort during fireworks which typically cause them to have high anxiety. I’ll definitely book with them again!”
“Beth was fantastic. Sent great updates (even when my cat was being skittish) and made last minute extra drop ins for my cat when we got delayed getting home. Very friendly and communicative.”
“Megan took wonderful care of our beautiful boy, he loved her visits and appeared to really bond with her. Megan's communications were perfect, with plenty of photos that we poured over each day. We have already booked her for our next trip.”
“Naomi did a great job with our three cats! She was thorough in completing all the tasks asked of her, and updated us on each of her visits so I was a little less anxious being away. I'd definitely hire her again!”
About: Who better than a veterinarian to take care of your best buddies while you're away? I am a new DVM graduate, and am happy to take care of your pets, no matter how old or young, especially those with special needs! I am certified in dog/cat CPR, and am comfortable providing any care needed. *Please note*: My providing pet sitting/dog walking/pet care services does NOT constitute a VCPR, and I cannot provide medical advice unless a VCPR is explicitly established in accordance with NY State Law* I prefer to stay in the client's home especially for dogs as this is generally much more comfortable for the dog to stay in their own environment. For overnight stays, I like to meet the dogs beforehand with owners present. This way they are assured it is okay to have me in their space for staying with them.
“Emma was extremely reliable and communicative. She let Leo express his needs (play, cuddling, chilling) and gave him the attention and time he needed. Her updates and pics let me know my cat was in good hands. I would highly recommend Emma for your cat sitting needs!”
About: Hi there! I’m an experienced dog foster (3+ years) and have worked with and hosted many different dogs from Great Pyrenees, high drive working dogs (I own a Dutch Shepherd), snuggly bully breeds, energetic cattle dogs and everything in between. Spending time with pups is one of my favorite ways to pass the time and I am more than willing to build a good relationship with your dog. I also am well versed in positive reinforcement as well as working with dogs who may need a little work on their manners. Patient, energetic and enthusiastic would be three words I’d use to describe the way I interact with dogs. I’m a self-employed individual who is also pursuing a PhD. My schedule is very flexible and I make my own hours. In my previous employment I was background checked and fingerprinted. I am supportive of whatever training or behavior goals you have for your dog. If that’s helping your energetic pup learn to wait to go out the door until I give them their cue word, then I’ll do that. If you’d prefer that I snuggle them or play with them and keep them company, I’m more than happy to do that as well.
“Aubree was great and showed up on time both days! She sent us pictures of our cat Teddy and he looked super happy. When we got home he had a full food dish and water so she is very responsible! Would definitely recommend her for drop ins with cats!”
About: I've loved and cared for dogs and cats since I was a child. I now work remotely, so I can be quite flexible in terms of care and stays. While I live in Homer, NY, I currently work remotely. My schedule is extremely flexible, even with short notice. And I love pets of all types of sizes. While I do not currently have pets of my own, I lived as both a kid and adult with both dogs and cats. I'll keep them safe and shower them with love!
“Candyse was such an amazing help over the holidays while we were traveling. She checked on our cat while we were away and gave great updates on him each time, even sending us photos each time. She went above and beyond in helping us out. I would highly recommend Candyse to watch your pet.”
“Chantal did a great job caring for our cat and three foster kittens while we were out of town. She’s friendly and quick to respond to messages. We would happily book her again in the future!”
“Jessica was amazing! She sent daily updates and pictures and was a fabulous house and cat sitter, and my cat warmed up to her right away. I greatly appreciated her attentiveness to my cat and to the wellbeing of my house and would absolutely recommend her to anyone!”
About: I’ve taken care of our family dogs, cats and chickens for over 20 years. Our animals are a part of our family and are treated as such! Good exercise, healthy food and regular grooming are essential to taking good care of our pets! Although I am a full time teacher, our dogs are walked twice daily. Our dogs are brushed out daily to maintain their coat. I ensure that our animals receive the care and attention needed to feel loved by and connected to us. Our dogs have a fenced in back yard for fetch and a nice neighborhood/pond area for walks. I will take good care of your animals by ensuring good exercise and care taking.
“Mackenzie was great! She connected with our cats so well and captured their personalities in daily update photos. Mackenzie is very responsive and reliable and we will be reaching out to her again. Thanks Mackenzie!!”
“Everything was fine and in order when I got home after about a week of being away. Vicki took good care of my kitty though she was lonely, scolded me for awhile. Vicki even filled the bird feeder!”
“Sarah was great! She was very caring with my cats and followed all instructions while visiting them. She's very reliable and professional. I will definitely having her caring for my cats in the future.”
“I couldn't ask for anything better. Lindsay is simply fantastic. She was exceptional caring and loving with my cats, while extremely respectful when doing her tasks at my home. She went above and beyond my expectations.”
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Elizabeth B.
“Elizabeth was fantastic with our dogs! She was reliable, communicative, and clearly loves animals. We returned from our trip and found our animals were happy and well cared for. Elizabeth went above and beyond and made sure our dogs had comfort during fireworks which typically cause them to have high anxiety. I’ll definitely book with them again!”
Ashley A.
“Ashley did a wonderful job looking after our cat! Look forward to booking her again in the future :)”
Elizabeth M.
“Beth was fantastic. Sent great updates (even when my cat was being skittish) and made last minute extra drop ins for my cat when we got delayed getting home. Very friendly and communicative.”
Megan T.
“Megan took wonderful care of our beautiful boy, he loved her visits and appeared to really bond with her. Megan's communications were perfect, with plenty of photos that we poured over each day. We have already booked her for our next trip.”
Naomi C.
“Naomi did a great job with our three cats! She was thorough in completing all the tasks asked of her, and updated us on each of her visits so I was a little less anxious being away. I'd definitely hire her again!”
John G.
“John is the most caring, loyal, friend and dog owner I know. He and his family recused both their dogs from down south. Those two dogs, Daisy and Dakota, are so happy and healthy and full of love. He also helps volunteer at an animal shelter in Salem, MA where he walks dogs and much more. I've never met anyone who loves and cares for animals as much as John does. He rocks.”
Mary K.Star Sitter
“My boys are just starting to get to know Mary, but they already feel at ease around here. Mary is a great, safe, conscientious person to watch any pet!”
Emma J.
“Emma was extremely reliable and communicative. She let Leo express his needs (play, cuddling, chilling) and gave him the attention and time he needed. Her updates and pics let me know my cat was in good hands. I would highly recommend Emma for your cat sitting needs!”
Kristina P.
“There are not many people that are better with, or care more, about animals that Kristina. She is reliable and will go out of the way to fill her obligations. She does a great job of making sure that any animal in her care get the attention and stimulation they deserve.”
Aubree P.
“Aubree was great and showed up on time both days! She sent us pictures of our cat Teddy and he looked super happy. When we got home he had a full food dish and water so she is very responsible! Would definitely recommend her for drop ins with cats!”
Aaron F.
“Aaron is one of the most kind, gentle souls I’ve ever met. I’ve known him for over 22 years, and I can confidently say there are few in this world I trust more than him. Every animal I’ve ever seen him with, including my own dog, is both safe and loved in his presence. I never let anyone other than my mother watch my dog, but if I needed to, I’d hand her to him without a second thought. He’s trustworthy and dependable in ways most could never achieve. I couldn’t possibly recommend him more to care for anyone’s pets. He is a diamond in the rough, and your pets will always be in great hands.”
Candyse J.
“Candyse was such an amazing help over the holidays while we were traveling. She checked on our cat while we were away and gave great updates on him each time, even sending us photos each time. She went above and beyond in helping us out. I would highly recommend Candyse to watch your pet.”
Chantal C.
“Chantal did a great job caring for our cat and three foster kittens while we were out of town. She’s friendly and quick to respond to messages. We would happily book her again in the future!”
Jessica S.
“Jessica was amazing! She sent daily updates and pictures and was a fabulous house and cat sitter, and my cat warmed up to her right away. I greatly appreciated her attentiveness to my cat and to the wellbeing of my house and would absolutely recommend her to anyone!”
Kara L.
“Our cat immediately warmed up to Kara, which put me at ease! Kara was great about sending photos of our pet and giving her some playtime when she visited.”
Shannon A.
“Shannon takes great care of her animals. She loves on them and makes sure that all of their needs are met. Highly recommend for your pet care needs!”
Mackenzie C.
“Mackenzie was great! She connected with our cats so well and captured their personalities in daily update photos. Mackenzie is very responsive and reliable and we will be reaching out to her again. Thanks Mackenzie!!”
Victoria W.
“Everything was fine and in order when I got home after about a week of being away. Vicki took good care of my kitty though she was lonely, scolded me for awhile. Vicki even filled the bird feeder!”
Sarah S.
“Sarah was great! She was very caring with my cats and followed all instructions while visiting them. She's very reliable and professional. I will definitely having her caring for my cats in the future.”
Lindsay H.
“I couldn't ask for anything better. Lindsay is simply fantastic. She was exceptional caring and loving with my cats, while extremely respectful when doing her tasks at my home. She went above and beyond my expectations.”
Over 53 pet parents in Cortland have booked cat sitting
Cortland cat parents share their Rover experiences
Mary was amazing! She was professional, accommodating, and thorough. She was patient and thoughtful about addressing each my pets’ needs. Mary was clearly experienced in dealing with dogs with shy/fearful personalities and did really well with my dog (a rescue) who can be challenging to dog-sit. She was incredibly kind and treated my pets as if they were her own. I felt so comfortable leaving my pets in her care, which gave me such peace of mind while I was away. I couldn’t have been happier with the pet care service that Mary provided! Thank you so much! Highly recommend!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Cortland is $24
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Sitters in Cortland average 8 repeat cat sitting clients
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Cortland on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $24 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 76 cat sitters in Cortland. 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, 89% of Cortland cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Cortland have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Cortland.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Cortland 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 76 cat sitters in Cortland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Cortland, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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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