Cat Sitting Durham
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“Dannielle has been absolutely wonderful, connecting and bonding with MJ, bringing her treats and new toys, spoiling her like a princess, while I’ve been gone for a couple weeks. Every visit has come with pictures and video of MJ living her best life. Highly recommend Dannielle and will be hiring her again!”
“Alyssa is the greatest pet sitter, kind, trustworthy, reliable and so so generous! She takes great photos, genuinely loves animals and is knowledgeable about their care. I wish I could give her more than 5 stars!”
“Gretchen is so great with our 3 cats! And always super-reliable. She also assists me with the Rover set up process, which is occasionally a bit challenging when trying to make changes, and seems really set up more for dog-sitting than for cats. We are really happy when we know that Gretchen is caring for our 3 Maine Coon “babies.””
“Sam was a delight to meet and have watch our cats! We are crazy cat people and Sam was happy to care for our fur babies just the way we asked. She provided excellent updates and photos while we were gone, and was able to bond with even our shy kitty. We would be delighted to have her watch our cats again in the future. She also kindly took on a few responsibilities for our tortoise, which we so appreciated. Thank you, Sam!”
“Melissa took great care of my two cats while I was away. My cats seemed to be happy the moment they met her, and when I got back home after a week. Melissa was very flexible. She was okay with the daily routine of my cats. I really felt comfortable leaving them with her for a week. Highly recommend Melissa. Thank you.”
“Kristen is amazingly kind and connected well with my two cats. The shy cat was friendly with her immediately. I have appreciated her detailed notes, photos and flexibility. Most importantly I trust her to manage insulin injections and other medicine. Highly recommend Kristen.”
“Danielle is great! She took such good care of my cat, Kali, who had never been left by herself! She also fed my fish, kept their water cool and watered my avocado trees!! Which are thriving! I will definitely use her again!!”
“Camille did a great job! She made friends with our shy kitty right away and gave him lots of loving interaction. He usually hides around anyone new, but he really loved Camille! We appreciated the pictures of him, it's clear that he had a grand time with his new friend :)”
“Heather is amazing! She gave us strong peace of mind during our vacation as we knew our sweet Luther was in good hands. Heather was attentive and followed our instructions perfectly, making sure our cat had lots of play time and got attention while we were away. On top of that, Heather was so communicative and responded quickly to our messages. Def hiring Heather again!!”
“J Does a great job with my pup and yesterday was super helpful because she drilled him on his commands and helped get some kongs prepped. J is reliable and communicates well.”
“Sierra was great about communication, updates, and providing photos of my cats. I appreciated the fact that she was accommodating with schedule shifts, and with keeping an eye on my older cat's food consumption. I would definitely book her again!”
“Alexis and Jacob were awesome!! It was great to ho on vacation and know our sweet Elf was in good hands. We received text messages with pictures. Thank you again!!”
“I went on a long trip for 2.5 weeks and Rylie did an amazing job communicating with me during the entire trip! My cat was in good hands with her care and attention to detail and I’m very impressed with her services. Would highly recommend to anyone if you’re needing a pet sitter!”
The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Durham is $20
Cat parents share their Rover experiences - Durham
Alyssa has watched our kitty a few times now and has been so great every time. She is very in tune with his mood each time she comes over and responds accordingly to give him the care he needs each day (he can be a moody boy). She sends the best updates and the best photos after every visit.
I'm very pleased with Melissa's approach on taking care of my kitty. She was patient and earned his trust quickly. She took extra care in spending time with him and did a great job in following instructions on feeding. I'm especially happy she took time to wash out the used cans, ready for recycling! When I returned home, he was in good spirits, thanks Melissa!
Dannielle was absolutely incredible with our two cats while we were away for Labor Day Weekend! We have a 15 year old cat who has several daily medications (both oral and topical) and Dannielle administered all of them with no issues! Not only that, but she gave her a “breakfast in bed” experience so she could eat where she was sitting comfortably. Dannielle played with our 1 year old cat, even giving her some delicious silvervine. We got so many pictures and videos of our babies, which was the highlight of our evenings while we were gone. Truly cannot recommend Dannielle enough, incredible sitter!!
Shelby was so great! My previous pet care fell through last minute and Shelby was very responsive and came to do a meet-and-greet with my senior kitty Aries. Shelby was very professional and took amazing care of my shy and timid kitty, could not recommend her more!
Brittaney is such a kind, attentive, and caring pet sitter. She handled my fur babies with distinctly different needs and play styles and made sure they both felt loved and cared for in the way that they prefer and sent pictures and videos of their adventures. I would recommend Brittaney for anyone looking for a true animal lover to watch over their fur babies.
Annalei did a wonderful job taking care of our cat and home as always. She is so sweet to our little guy. This visit she went above and beyond when we had a tech issue and our cat’s auto feeder got disconnected. We had to ask her to restart the system, download an app, and get everything re-connected to our accounts but she did it all happily for us within minutes! She saved the day!
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FAQs for Cat Sitting - Durham
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Cat Sitting in Durham on Rover is $26 per visit as of September 2026. Most bookings cost between $20 and $40 per visit. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of September 2026, there are 3,541 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Durham. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.
House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet .
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Durham. On Rover:
- 96% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
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