Cat Sitting in Des Plaines
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Top rated Des Plaines cat sitters
“Did 3 drop in visits while we were out of town for our cats. Jackie did a great job. Everything went smooth - good communication, easy scheduling and cats were taken care of.”
“Erica was wonderful again with the care of my pets. I have her booked for multiple stays in the future and have recommended her to others. Thank you Erica for your kind and compassionate visits.”
“Ann was great with our cats. We appreciated her quick communication, professionalism, and prompt updates. Also, thank you for bringing in our packages!! Our shmittens aren’t the friendliest but Ann even got some pets in. We are grateful we found Ann!”
“Liz did such a great job taking care of our kitty while we were away. She was very responsive and gave regular updates. Can tell she’s an animal lover and would definitely rebook her again!”
“Our cats were immediately comfortable with Leah, and she is very organized, she remembered instructions I mentioned only once, she also improvised to get our older and pickier cat to eat. Thanks Leah!”
“Nicholas was very professional and reliable. He was attentive to detail and managed a complex senior dog. I would highly recommend him. Excellent communication Thank you Nicholas for taking such great care of Darwin and Hazelnut!”
“Nicole is a kind and lovely person. She was able to come early in the morning as requested. She was a thorough communicator and she even cleaned up a couple of messes! She was meeting my cats for the first time and tried hard to connect. I will definitely use her services again.”
“Leah took excellent care of my kitty while I was away. She sent photos and videos, letting me know how well my cat was doing. My cat is very shy, but warmed up to Leah very quickly. I would definitely hire her again to watch my kitty.”
“This was our first time using a service when going out of town. Ellie was great, the updates on Chessie were a relief. It was great knowing our cat was in good hands. Thank you so much. Paula”
“Tatiana was a wonderful sitter! She gave frequent updates and sent sweet pictures of my babies. Definitely will use her services again! Very dependable and responsible.”
“Veena is the greatest cat sitter of all time. Her updates were thorough and she just did an amazing job and I came home to a very happy cat. I highly recommend her services and she’s just so easy to work with.”
About: I have been taking care of all kinds of animals since the age of 10. Exotic animals along with dogs and cats. I’ve had many childhood dogs throughout my life big and small! I love every dog like they are my own and strive to provide amazing care for them! I have a work from home job and I am in college at the moment. Working from home allows me to step away and put my time into other things that I love to do! I have had big and small dogs all throughout my life. We have a large fenced yard for our dogs and let them free roam the house. When we are away we don’t cage our current dog but will have gates in the kitchen to allow him to still have space to move but also be safe while we’re not home. I am willing to follow exact directions when caring for animals & love to take time to give them attention and love as much as possible.
“Elle dropped in on Cubby a few times when we needed help. She was absolutely awesome with Cubby, very gentle and genuine. Her care and passion for dogs truly came out when we saw the photos she took. She was on-time, followed all instructions to ensure Cubby's routine wasn't interrupted. She kept us informed throughout the process of her visit. I would highly recommend Elle for any Rover service!”
“Rebecca is amazing! I had never taken a trip since I got my cat Oscar. He has health issues so I was even more concerned. But after the first day she came to watch him I felt so much better! I had her visit twice a day and she was great with him as well as she gave him his medication no problem. After every visit she sent a report card with his habits and also food consumption plus pictures of him. She covers it all and he absolutely loved her. She also kept my place neat and clean. highly suggest Rebecca and will definitely use her again. Awesome experience thank you Rebecca.”
About: I love taking care of all pets and hopefully one day I get to open the cat sanctuary I have dreamt of since a little child in Greece. I have watched cats & dogs throughout my time for my friends & relatives. My friend suggested I join Rover now that I have flexibility with my job. I'm excited because I can do something I love during my free time :) I have a cat at home that is spoiled every single day with love, affection, treats, and toys. He is a really really sweet cat and is used to animals due to living at a rescue. I take him for play dates at my parents house every week who also have a cat and he enjoys it.
About: I’ve taken care of friends and family’s dogs and cats! I’ve dog sat for friends and maintained potty, walks, plays and eating schedules. We also have a cat named Luna that I provide care for! I currently work mornings, 8am-4pm, and can spend the majority of my day pet sitting during the evenings, all day Wednesdays and Sundays! I’ll be able to easily spend the nights while house sitting. We have a house cat that I care for and ensure her safety day to day while making sure she’s staying active, fed and happy!
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Jackie L.Star Sitter
“Did 3 drop in visits while we were out of town for our cats. Jackie did a great job. Everything went smooth - good communication, easy scheduling and cats were taken care of.”
Erica G.Star Sitter
“Erica was wonderful again with the care of my pets. I have her booked for multiple stays in the future and have recommended her to others. Thank you Erica for your kind and compassionate visits.”
Jenny C.Star Sitter
“Jenny is amazing!!!! She completed all of the tasks AND had time to play/pet/brush my cat. 5/5 recommend and I’ll rebook her in the future if needed!”
Ann Y.Star Sitter
“Ann was great with our cats. We appreciated her quick communication, professionalism, and prompt updates. Also, thank you for bringing in our packages!! Our shmittens aren’t the friendliest but Ann even got some pets in. We are grateful we found Ann!”
Liz K.
Star Sitter
“Liz is always extremely thorough, attentive to detail, and so kind! We always know our cat will be in good hands when she takes care of him! She’s great!”
Liz D.
“Liz did such a great job taking care of our kitty while we were away. She was very responsive and gave regular updates. Can tell she’s an animal lover and would definitely rebook her again!”
Jack V.Star Sitter
“Jack was fantastic! We will use him again.”
Leah G.Star Sitter
“Our cats were immediately comfortable with Leah, and she is very organized, she remembered instructions I mentioned only once, she also improvised to get our older and pickier cat to eat. Thanks Leah!”
Michael B.
“Michael was great with my cat and sent updates every day he was there. I recommend him as a pet sitter!”
Nicholas L.Star Sitter
“Nicholas was very professional and reliable. He was attentive to detail and managed a complex senior dog. I would highly recommend him. Excellent communication Thank you Nicholas for taking such great care of Darwin and Hazelnut!”
Nicole S.
“Nicole is a kind and lovely person. She was able to come early in the morning as requested. She was a thorough communicator and she even cleaned up a couple of messes! She was meeting my cats for the first time and tried hard to connect. I will definitely use her services again.”
Leah C.
“Leah took excellent care of my kitty while I was away. She sent photos and videos, letting me know how well my cat was doing. My cat is very shy, but warmed up to Leah very quickly. I would definitely hire her again to watch my kitty.”
Ellie C.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using a service when going out of town. Ellie was great, the updates on Chessie were a relief. It was great knowing our cat was in good hands. Thank you so much. Paula”
Tatiana P.Star Sitter
“Tatiana was a wonderful sitter! She gave frequent updates and sent sweet pictures of my babies. Definitely will use her services again! Very dependable and responsible.”
Veena H.
“Veena is the greatest cat sitter of all time. Her updates were thorough and she just did an amazing job and I came home to a very happy cat. I highly recommend her services and she’s just so easy to work with.”
Jillian L.
“Jillian is such an amazing care-taker. Her availability is amazing and she is always willing to take last minute opportunities to help others. She has walked my 2 large dogs for years and has given them nothing but amazing love and care. She is so friendly and easy to get along with!”
Elle L.
“Elle dropped in on Cubby a few times when we needed help. She was absolutely awesome with Cubby, very gentle and genuine. Her care and passion for dogs truly came out when we saw the photos she took. She was on-time, followed all instructions to ensure Cubby's routine wasn't interrupted. She kept us informed throughout the process of her visit. I would highly recommend Elle for any Rover service!”
Rebecca G.
“Rebecca is amazing! I had never taken a trip since I got my cat Oscar. He has health issues so I was even more concerned. But after the first day she came to watch him I felt so much better! I had her visit twice a day and she was great with him as well as she gave him his medication no problem. After every visit she sent a report card with his habits and also food consumption plus pictures of him. She covers it all and he absolutely loved her. She also kept my place neat and clean. highly suggest Rebecca and will definitely use her again. Awesome experience thank you Rebecca.”
nikki s.
“My cats get so excited when they see Nikki, who has taken care of them during my travels for several years. Nikki looks after them as if there were her own, and lavishes them with love, attention, pets, brushing and play time. She is focused on giving genuinely attentive care, and is great with administering medication if needed. Nikki is completely trustworthy, so much so that I gave her a spare key rather than having her sign one in and out from my doorman for every visit. I look forward to her photo updates every day!”
Ibrahim K.
“Ibrahim took amazing care of my dog while I was away. My dog felt at home with Ibrahim and he ensured that my dog was comfortable and safe. Thanks again!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Des Plaines 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 2,905 cat sitters in Des Plaines. 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 Des Plaines cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Des Plaines 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 2,905 cat sitters in Des Plaines on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Des Plaines, 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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