Cat Sitting in Deerfield
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“We are so grateful to Erica for taking such great care of our cat, Herman, while we were away! She was dependable, communicative, and clearly has a natural way with animals. Herman took to her right away—and it gave us such peace of mind knowing he was in good hands. We loved getting photo updates and seeing how happy and comfortable he looked. Highly recommend Erica to anyone looking for a kind, responsible sitter!”
“Amie was so sweet and accommodating! She went above and beyond when checking on my cat! She left messages and pictures daily and went above and beyond in all aspects. I will definitely use her services again in the future.”
“Zoey was so great with my kitties, and they absolutely loved her! She gave excellent updates and photos and really put my mind at ease while I was out of town. Definitely would rebook with her!!”
“Amy is wonderful, I felt completely comfortable having her check in on my pets…cats, rabbits and fish! She is so reliable, and confidently gave my clever kitty her meds with no problems everyday. I cannot recommend Amy enough!”
“Jason agreed to check in on the cats semi-last minute - and did a great job as usual! I definitely recommend him and will be hiring him for more cat care in the future!”
“Maria is a very sweet sitter and very professional. I had to make several adjustments to my trip that I needed my pets watched for and she was very flexible and understanding. My cats LOVE her and they were well taken care of. I will be booking again!”
“We needed a sitter last-minute and Jenny could not have been more accommodating. She responded to my Request so promptly and came to get my keys the very next day! She sent me detailed updates and adorable photos of my cat and I could tell she really loves animals and that he was in great hands. We would recommend Jenny 100%!!!”
“Christina is so good with our kitties! It helps lessen the guilt of leaving them when she is there. She has a way with them, and getting our shy ones to come out of hiding 💕”
“Marta was very good with Willow. She was able to accommodate us last minute and was very flexible when we needed to add a day. She took excellent care of her and kept us up to date on how she was doing.”
“Grace did a great job with our senior pup and cat on recent drop in visits and walks. She was responsive, professional, and timely - and most importantly, the animals were really sorry to see her go!!”
“Denis was nothing short of phenomenal with watching my cat, Peaches. Tons of pictures and peace of mind knowing she was in good hands while I was out of town. Would recommend to others in need of a house/pet sitter and will definitely use him again.”
“Sydney was fantastic with Nut and Scooby. It was great to have someone come in and check on the little fur babies so that they didn't have to be boarded at the vet for so long. Looking forward to traveling again as I'll request her services in a heartbeat!”
About: I have loved taking care of pets as long as I can remember! I’ve always been surrounded by dogs and would love to get to know and care for your furry friend! I currently work full time in the mornings. I am available to spend time with your pet in the late afternoon. Over the weekends I am very flexible! I will play with your pet, feed them, let them out on potty breaks, walk them, and do overnight stays when needed! I am flexible!
About: I have been working and taking care of dogs since I was 8 years old. Family and friends have relied on me to walk, feed, snuggle, and even help train their pups. I'm taking a break from my studies so I have lots of time to play and hangout with your pet! I am available on weekdays and weekends. I offer dog walking, house sitting, and drop-ins. For each, it is up to you on what you would prefer I do with your pup. I am familiar with crating dogs, bathing, and leash training. I am an avid walker, so if your pup loves a good walk- I’m your gal! Let's work together to create the best plan for your pup!!
About: I’ve had dogs and cats for 35 years. I currently have a German Shepherd and a domestic short hair cat. I volunteer at the humane society socializing cats. I am retired and have time and love enough to care for your small dog or cat. I prefer to stay in the northern Virginia area if possible. I’m available for drop in visits or overnights. I amvery experienced keeping an active dog entertained. I can take small dogs for walks in your neighborhood
About: I’ve been with animals all my life and have cared for dogs, cats and small caged animals. I love animals and if I could have more animals I would. I even work at a doggy day care part time because I love them so much. I’m free most of the day and my schedule should revolve around your animal and their needs. I can accommodate practically anything your pet needs with open arms. At the moment my yard is not fenced in so I just would take them in long walks. I would care to all the needs to the animal and put my all into making them happy.
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Erica G.Star Sitter
“We are so grateful to Erica for taking such great care of our cat, Herman, while we were away! She was dependable, communicative, and clearly has a natural way with animals. Herman took to her right away—and it gave us such peace of mind knowing he was in good hands. We loved getting photo updates and seeing how happy and comfortable he looked. Highly recommend Erica to anyone looking for a kind, responsible sitter!”
Amy R.Star Sitter
“Amie was so sweet and accommodating! She went above and beyond when checking on my cat! She left messages and pictures daily and went above and beyond in all aspects. I will definitely use her services again in the future.”
Zoey J.Star Sitter
“Zoey was so great with my kitties, and they absolutely loved her! She gave excellent updates and photos and really put my mind at ease while I was out of town. Definitely would rebook with her!!”
Beth E.Star Sitter
“Beth took great care of our cat, Rupert. He got attention and brushing time. 😊 Beth was super responsive and made us feel at ease while we were out.”
Amy & Lamar F.Star Sitter
“Amy is wonderful, I felt completely comfortable having her check in on my pets…cats, rabbits and fish! She is so reliable, and confidently gave my clever kitty her meds with no problems everyday. I cannot recommend Amy enough!”
Jason K.Star Sitter
“Jason agreed to check in on the cats semi-last minute - and did a great job as usual! I definitely recommend him and will be hiring him for more cat care in the future!”
Maria W.Star Sitter
“Maria is a very sweet sitter and very professional. I had to make several adjustments to my trip that I needed my pets watched for and she was very flexible and understanding. My cats LOVE her and they were well taken care of. I will be booking again!”
Jenny N.Star Sitter
“We needed a sitter last-minute and Jenny could not have been more accommodating. She responded to my Request so promptly and came to get my keys the very next day! She sent me detailed updates and adorable photos of my cat and I could tell she really loves animals and that he was in great hands. We would recommend Jenny 100%!!!”
Christina G.
“Christina is so good with our kitties! It helps lessen the guilt of leaving them when she is there. She has a way with them, and getting our shy ones to come out of hiding 💕”
Diana T.Star Sitter
“Patchy loved seeing her everyday. Amazing, reliable, sent photos of each visit. Definitely will book Diana again.”
Marta L.
“Marta was very good with Willow. She was able to accommodate us last minute and was very flexible when we needed to add a day. She took excellent care of her and kept us up to date on how she was doing.”
Grace R.
Star Sitter
“Grace did a great job with our senior pup and cat on recent drop in visits and walks. She was responsive, professional, and timely - and most importantly, the animals were really sorry to see her go!!”
Denis & Nikki M.Star Sitter
“Denis was nothing short of phenomenal with watching my cat, Peaches. Tons of pictures and peace of mind knowing she was in good hands while I was out of town. Would recommend to others in need of a house/pet sitter and will definitely use him again.”
Sydney Z.
“Sydney was fantastic with Nut and Scooby. It was great to have someone come in and check on the little fur babies so that they didn't have to be boarded at the vet for so long. Looking forward to traveling again as I'll request her services in a heartbeat!”
Maya S.
“Maya has always been an animal lover. She is dependable, trustworthy, and kind. Maya is a hard worker and would make an outstanding pet caregiver!”
Tracy M.
“Thank you for everything, Tracy!”
Julia D.
“Julia has had a lot of experience around dogs not only with her own but with others dogs. My family has 2 bigger dogs and she watches them when we go on vacation. Julia takes really good care of the dogs and stays with them while we are gone. She is in charge of walking, feeding and taking care of them while we are gone. My family trusts Julia to watch our dogs not only because she has experience with dogs, but because we know she will do a good job taking care of them because she loves animals. Julia is very passionate about animals especially dogs which makes her good for these kinds of jobs.”
Tammy D.
“Tammy would be a wonderful caregiver for any pet. I have known her for 25 years. As a pet owner herself she takes excellent care of all pets and she is a loving owner to cats and dogs. I would feel lucky if she took care of my animals. We love our pets and she would be a perfect choice for this new adventure in her career. Tammy M”
Cameron M.
About: I’ve been with animals all my life and have cared for dogs, cats and small caged animals. I love animals and if I could have more animals I would. I even work at a doggy day care part time because I love them so much. I’m free most of the day and my schedule should revolve around your animal and their needs. I can accommodate practically anything your pet needs with open arms. At the moment my yard is not fenced in so I just would take them in long walks. I would care to all the needs to the animal and put my all into making them happy.
Erin A.
“Our fur baby is very shy. Erin was great with communicating and even tried some different things to get him out from under the bed. We really appreciated her help!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Deerfield on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 2,671 cat sitters in Deerfield. 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, 86% of Deerfield cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Deerfield 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 Deerfield.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Deerfield 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 2,671 cat sitters in Deerfield on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Deerfield, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 94% 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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