Cat Sitting in Des Plaines
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Top rated Des Plaines cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Ann is an amazing sitter! She’s cared for my pups on several occasions while I am out of town, each a very positive experience. Very dependable, responsive, and communication was great. I returned home to everything in perfect order and two very happy pups. I would absolutely recommend Ann to friends and continue booking with her in the future.”

“Katherine is fantastic!! She is super compassionate, attentive, and punctual. She took great care of our two cats while we were away for a few days. Our diabetic cat needs three medications daily, including an oral pill and an insulin injection, and Katherine handled them like a pro. Great communication from the time we reached out to her. Highly highly recommend!”

“Emily is the best pet sitter! She gave thorough report cards of her drop-in visits and the cutest pic updates of our two kitties. I can tell she truly loves pets and treated ours like she would her own. Will definitely hire her for any future pet sitting needs.”

“Liz is amazing! We have a very anxious, crazy dog, and he can be tough to get used to. Liz immediately made us feel at ease working with Todd and made sure he had a friend while we were gone. Liz’s communication is also great - she keeps us updated throughout every visit and ensures we are aware of everything that happens with Todd. We have booked Liz many times before, and we will continue to!”

“Nicholas was the best! His care for my feisty cat was amazing. I especially appreciated his updates and good communication about the particulars, and he also attended to details. He went above and beyond and all respects.”

“I’ve been very fortunate to have met Veena through this app and used her services. She’s amazing and a perfect companion to my cat Clarice while I’m out of town. I seriously feel blessed.”

“Ellie was friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and patient. My cat took an instant liking to her and she was extremely competent. I felt like I left my cat in excellent hands while I was away. Ellie went above and beyond when caring for my cat and I am so grateful!!”

About: I have been around animals my whole life. People will ask if I’m a dog person or a cat person, I tell them “I’m an animal person, I love them both!”Growing up we had dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, and gold fish. I helped take care off all of them. Currently I have two cats, Harley and Luna. I am a reliable and responsible person. Looking forward to taking your dog for a walk or dropping in to check on and play with your pet. I am available before or after work as well as lunch time for drop in visits or walks during the week and open availability during in the weekends. I will take care of your pet in your home as if it were my pet. I will provide a healthy and loving environment. I am currently not taking clients pets in my house.
“Jillian took wonderful care of our two cats while we were away for a long weekend. She handled everything exactly as I had requested, provided feedback about her visits and photos each time she dropped in. She is gentle and kind, and our kitties really warmed up to her. I wouldn’t hesitate to contact her again for care when the need arises.”

“Our Dog took to Scott almost instantaneously! Which is very unusual as he is typically very timid and shy at first. Scott did a great job following instructions and had a great walk with little Carl! I would highly recommend Scott and we definitely will be using him again in the future!”

“Leah was great! It was wonderful to have someone who overthought feeding my boys and making sure they got their medicines. One of my boys is super shy and she took the time to find his hiding spots to check on him and even sat near by to lure him out. My other guy got lots of attention as well. Leah also went beyond cat sitting to water the plants, bring in the mail and brought in the trash cans from the curb.”

About: I have taken care of various breeds and 6+ dogs at one time from a young age. I currently have a 13 year old husky-bulldog mix and a 5 year old redbone coonhound! I have experience with chihuahuas to pit bulls to German shepherds to Boston terriers to boxers to labs to golden retrievers! I’m currently working full time, x4 days weekly. However, I am available for early morning care, evening care, and my days off. I’m new to this app. I am more than happy to work with y’all, if y’all will work with me! Unfortunately, I will not be offering in-my home care at this time. However, I do have 2 fur babies and a fenced in yard if this idea ever changes. I would be more than happy to care for your fur baby in your home in whatever capacity and setting you provide.
About: I have used this app for 2 years. I have had a good experience so far. I am responsible and cautious. I am kind and trustworthy and I think I am a nice person to be around. I have some free time and I enjoy helping out so I think this is a great option to spend time. I usually work part time so this is a great second opportunity. I am kind and Cary myself calmly. I have always had a good experience with pet sitting and walking and I have never had a problem. I am kind and things usually go well.

About: I’ve cared for animals my entire life and have 6 years of dedicated dog care experience. I currently walk two dogs daily, giving me consistent, real-world experience with different personalities and energy levels. I’m reliable, attentive, and committed to providing safe, positive walks every time. Pet care is a consistent part of my daily routine. I currently walk two dogs every day, so my schedule already revolves around regular walks and check ins. This allows me to be dependable, punctual, and fully attentive during each visit. I care for pets by following their normal routine as closely as possible to keep them comfortable and stress free. For walks and drop ins, I focus on safety, positive reinforcement, and making sure each pet gets the exercise, attention, and affection they need. In a client’s home, I respect their space, follow all care instructions closely, and provide updates so owners feel confident their pet is in good hands.

“Absolutely awesome! Great about communication, very friendly and did everything I asked! Highly recommend. Even worked on training a trick I couldn't get down! I will definitely choose Micheal again when I need some check-ins.”

“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.”

Over 108 pet parents in Des Plaines have booked cat sitting
Des Plaines cat parents share their Rover experiences
Katherine is fantastic!! She is super compassionate, attentive, and punctual. She took great care of our two cats while we were away for a few days. Our diabetic cat needs three medications daily, including an oral pill and an insulin injection, and Katherine handled them like a pro. Great communication from the time we reached out to her. Highly highly recommend!

Ellie was an incredible caregiver for our cats. She always went the extra mile during our trip, and was responsive at all times. One of our cats is a bit of a handful, and Ellie cared for him with ease (and lots of love). We are thankful to her for all of her hard work and attention. We can’t recommend Ellie more highly!

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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Des Plaines is $23
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Sitters in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $23 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 Jun 2026, there are 3,250 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 3,250 cat sitters in Des Plaines on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Des Plaines, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.










