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Top rated Downey cat sitters
“Fawn always goes above and beyond when animal sitting for us. I’m a rover sitter myself and recommend her to friends because she is just AWESOME!”
“Madison was so great! Followed all instructions and took great care of my kitty. I can tell he loves her! Would definitely book again. Thanks Madison!😸”
“As an anxious pet parent, I want nothing but the best for Benny. And he gets that with Gillian!! She gives him plenty of love and attention while we are away and he comes home happy and healthy :) I can’t recommend Gillian enough!!!!”
“Sarah sent me pictures of my cat every day! She was even kind enough to move our delivered packages inside our house! I highly recommend her!”
“Amazing, she did a wonderful job and Doodle loved her!”
“Communicative, and our cat was cared for!”
About: I’ve taken care of my own dogs and cats for as long as I can remember, as well as a bunny. My friends and family members rely on me to take care of their animals and give them lots of love! I am experienced with any sized animal with any level of training!! I’m here to ensure your animal(s) is happy and healthy! I am available all weekend to hangout with your animal! I have two-three classes a day during the weekdays. However, they are spread out to where I can feed/relieve/walk a pet in between classes. I am early riser who normally wakes up around 6:30am and am happy to spend the whole morning playing with a furry friend! I have a very friendly cat, named Luna, who love to play with other animals. I have two big crates and a play pen for puppies. Feeding, playing, and cleaning up after animals is something I do on a daily basis! I regularly visit home to watch my bulldog and my brother’s lab!
“Lilly was so sweet. I was grateful on how reliable she was with her checkups on my cat.”
“Jackie did an excellent job of watching my cat while I was out of town. She was very thorough and prompt, and sent lots of great pictures. I felt at ease knowing my pet was being well taken care of, and came home to a very relaxed and happy kitty!”
About: I bring almost three years of experience from working at a dog training, daycare, and boarding facility. During this time, I gained valuable insights into various dog behaviors and care techniques. Most importantly, it deepened my already strong bond and love for dogs! I’m currently a full-time college student at the University of Iowa with a structured class schedule and plenty of open weekends. My flexible routine allows me to provide pet care on weekends and during my shorter class days. I have three dogs at home, ranging from a Pug to two Great Danes, so I’m comfortable working with dogs of all sizes. Whether it’s one pup or a pack, I can handle it all! At home, our favorite activities include walking, playing, and plenty of cuddle time.
“Hanna is responsible and reliable, not to mention my dogs loved her! She took care of our two greyhounds and crested gecko for a few days and was wonderful. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her again!!”
About: I have owned many dogs in my life time. I can deal with dogs who don’t do well on a leash as well as senior dogs. I am located in Iowa City I am starting a new job in the beginning of July so in the meantime I’m free every day for drop in visits or boarding. Once my job starts I will only be free Friday-Sunday I live in a safe apartment complex with a pad lock on the front door so your pet will be safe. Experience with many types of dogs.
“Great sitter! She was very attentive and caring to my gang.”
About: I’ve taken care and owned dogs and cats of every kind since for about the past 10 years! Neighbors, friends, and family have relied on me to walk, feed, and bathe their pets I am a college student home for the summer with a very open and flexible schedule. I am able to care for pets starting around 10 am most days! I am able to feed and bathe pets in my clients home. I am also available to walk dogs around in local neighborhoods or trails!
About: I grew up on a farm and have had pets of all kinds like German Shepherd dogs abd many cats. I currently own 2 feisty Japanese Chin, who are treated like royalty. I currently working weekdays from 6am until 2pm so im available to do drop in visits and walks on evenings and weekends and happy to board small abd medium sized dogs or cats in my home. I have a 6 foot privacy fence in my back yard and two dogs who have their own playroom that they like to spend their time in. I like to take dogs for walks. I also do caregiving for humans so I well versed in medication giving and personal cares.
“Allyvia took care of my bunny, Rocky! She also watered my garden. Rocky was happy and appeared to have been petted by Allyvia while she visited him. Allyvia was responsive and sent daily pics!. I recommend her.”
About: My name is Nicole and my husband’s name is Zach. I’m a dental hygienist and work Tuesday to Friday. We have 4 precious fur babies, 2 cats Dexter and Teddy, and 2 dogs Arie and Reggie. Arie is a border collie who is 13 years old and Reggie is a Bernese Mountain dog who is 3. Reggie is 127 pounds so I have experience with large dogs. I also have experience with senior dogs. I work full time as a dental hygienist Tuesday to Friday so I’m currently available Saturday-Monday. I would also be available after 5:30pm Tuesday-Friday if needed. Right now my senior dog is battling cancer so I’m not available to board at my house but can come to your home and take care of your fur babies.
About: My name is Grant . I’ve had German shepherds my whole life. I grew up with three of them at all times throughout my life. This made me passionate about taking caring for others dogs in addition to my own. I walk my dogs once a day so I have experience caring for dogs and will treat them as my own. I will take care of your dogs by taking them on long walks or any other requests you ask for. I’m able to give your dog all the attention needed. I have a part time job and go to school for anthropology. I am available mostly during the evenings because I go to school during the day. I offer a lot of services for your pet like pet sitting, long or short walks, and throwing a tennis ball. I’m happy to hear any of your requests. I have a small fence in my yard. In my yard I throw the ball for my dogs. I feed my dogs twice a day but I would accommodate on how your feeding schedule works. If you any specific requests on how I should care for your pet definitely let me know.
About: I have dog sat all types of dogs biggest being a Great Dane and the smallest a Chihuahua. I am very open to dog sitting any dog! I am currently working full time at the college of dentistry but I get off work at 5 everyday and have weekends and holidays off. I live in an apartment so I wouldn’t be able to board your dogs but I am very respectful of someone’s home and will take great care of your dogs.
About: I'm a 9th-year teacher and mom to a sweet 5-year-old daughter who’s never met an animal she didn’t instantly adore. For the past 10 years, I’ve fostered dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens—so I’m comfortable with pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities. I’m home all summer and love spending my time running, walking, exploring parks, and being outside—especially when animals are involved! Whether it’s a midday walk, overnight care, or just some extra love and attention while you’re away, I’ll make sure your pets feel right at home. My goal is to give them the same level of love and care that I give to my own furry family members. Let’s chat about how I can help care for your pets while you're away or at work! I am currently home for the summer so my daughter and I enjoy spending time taking dogs for walks, playing at the park, or just hanging out inside on days that are too hot or rainy. I have a large yard behind my house to run and play. I have fostered animals for years so I am experienced in kenneling animals, if preferred or I have lots of space to run around inside as well.
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Fawn B.
Star Sitter
“Fawn always goes above and beyond when animal sitting for us. I’m a rover sitter myself and recommend her to friends because she is just AWESOME!”
Madison S.Star Sitter
“Madison was so great! Followed all instructions and took great care of my kitty. I can tell he loves her! Would definitely book again. Thanks Madison!😸”
Gillian C.
“As an anxious pet parent, I want nothing but the best for Benny. And he gets that with Gillian!! She gives him plenty of love and attention while we are away and he comes home happy and healthy :) I can’t recommend Gillian enough!!!!”
Sarah W.Star Sitter
“Sarah sent me pictures of my cat every day! She was even kind enough to move our delivered packages inside our house! I highly recommend her!”
Alexis S.
“Amazing, she did a wonderful job and Doodle loved her!”
Anna R.
“Communicative, and our cat was cared for!”
Cecelia F.
“Cecelia is by far our best dog sitter. She treats our english bulldog like her own fur baby—spoiling him with attention, care, and plenty of playtime. While we’re away, we can enjoy our time because we know our pup is well cared for! He is overjoyed every time he sees Cecelia and hates to see her leave. Highly recommend Cecelia to anyone looking for a trustworthy and kind-hearted pet sitter.”
Lilly B.
“Lilly was so sweet. I was grateful on how reliable she was with her checkups on my cat.”
Jackie C.Star Sitter
“Jackie did an excellent job of watching my cat while I was out of town. She was very thorough and prompt, and sent lots of great pictures. I felt at ease knowing my pet was being well taken care of, and came home to a very relaxed and happy kitty!”
Ava G.
“Ava stayed with or 2 dogs over thanksgiving weekend allowing us to sneak away last minute. We have a new amputee in our house and as a crazy, helicopter dog mom, I was very nervous leaving our babies for the first time after surgery. Ava was so wonderful with them, sending photos regularly reassuring me that my babies were in good hands. She also left our home in great shape, possibly even better than how we left it. We are so grateful to have found such a responsible and loving caregiver for our fur babies.”
Hanna M.
“Hanna is responsible and reliable, not to mention my dogs loved her! She took care of our two greyhounds and crested gecko for a few days and was wonderful. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her again!!”
Kristen H.
“Kristen is an animal lover and a very responsible young lady. Her compassion and kindness for our furry friends makes her a great pet sitter.”
Megan S.
“Great sitter! She was very attentive and caring to my gang.”
Elyse R.
“Elyse is a fun and caring person that is very respectful and responsible. She has cared for pets for nearly 10 years. Elyse has always cared or treated others pets as if they were her own.”
Lisa S.
About: I grew up on a farm and have had pets of all kinds like German Shepherd dogs abd many cats. I currently own 2 feisty Japanese Chin, who are treated like royalty. I currently working weekdays from 6am until 2pm so im available to do drop in visits and walks on evenings and weekends and happy to board small abd medium sized dogs or cats in my home. I have a 6 foot privacy fence in my back yard and two dogs who have their own playroom that they like to spend their time in. I like to take dogs for walks. I also do caregiving for humans so I well versed in medication giving and personal cares.
Allyvia C.
“Allyvia took care of my bunny, Rocky! She also watered my garden. Rocky was happy and appeared to have been petted by Allyvia while she visited him. Allyvia was responsive and sent daily pics!. I recommend her.”
Nicole D.
“Nicole has helped me with my two huskies several times and I have always trusted her! She has been willing to travel to my home to watch them as well! She always makes sure that the pets she’s watching is adequately exercised and always makes sure they are happy and taken care of! I would recommend her to anyone!”
Grant M.
About: My name is Grant . I’ve had German shepherds my whole life. I grew up with three of them at all times throughout my life. This made me passionate about taking caring for others dogs in addition to my own. I walk my dogs once a day so I have experience caring for dogs and will treat them as my own. I will take care of your dogs by taking them on long walks or any other requests you ask for. I’m able to give your dog all the attention needed. I have a part time job and go to school for anthropology. I am available mostly during the evenings because I go to school during the day. I offer a lot of services for your pet like pet sitting, long or short walks, and throwing a tennis ball. I’m happy to hear any of your requests. I have a small fence in my yard. In my yard I throw the ball for my dogs. I feed my dogs twice a day but I would accommodate on how your feeding schedule works. If you any specific requests on how I should care for your pet definitely let me know.
Mackenzie B.
About: I have dog sat all types of dogs biggest being a Great Dane and the smallest a Chihuahua. I am very open to dog sitting any dog! I am currently working full time at the college of dentistry but I get off work at 5 everyday and have weekends and holidays off. I live in an apartment so I wouldn’t be able to board your dogs but I am very respectful of someone’s home and will take great care of your dogs.
Kayla H.
About: I'm a 9th-year teacher and mom to a sweet 5-year-old daughter who’s never met an animal she didn’t instantly adore. For the past 10 years, I’ve fostered dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens—so I’m comfortable with pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities. I’m home all summer and love spending my time running, walking, exploring parks, and being outside—especially when animals are involved! Whether it’s a midday walk, overnight care, or just some extra love and attention while you’re away, I’ll make sure your pets feel right at home. My goal is to give them the same level of love and care that I give to my own furry family members. Let’s chat about how I can help care for your pets while you're away or at work! I am currently home for the summer so my daughter and I enjoy spending time taking dogs for walks, playing at the park, or just hanging out inside on days that are too hot or rainy. I have a large yard behind my house to run and play. I have fostered animals for years so I am experienced in kenneling animals, if preferred or I have lots of space to run around inside as well.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Downey on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about €15 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 87 cat sitters in Downey. 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, 83% of Downey cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Downey have an average of 16 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Downey.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Downey 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 87 cat sitters in Downey on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Downey, 94% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
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