Cat Sitting in East Ithaca
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1. Emily H.

“We'd give more stars if we could! Emily is an awesome communicator and did an incredible job with our elderly, attitude-filled boxer and our orange cat. We had a last minute situation where we needed an extra drop in while we were out of town and Emily stepped in with no hesitation and saved the day. We will absolutely be booking again!”




2. Lorie S.


“Lorie has taken care of my kitties several times now and she is great. She is very responsive and sends photos and keeps me updated on how they’re doing. We’ve been dealing with chronic GI problems and she handles it very well and keeps me posted on their health. Would definitely recommend!!”


3. Casper P.

“Casper was absolutely wonderful! She communicated with me after each visit, sent pictures, cleaned up messes, and was sensitive to my cat's particular needs. I appreciated her sense of humor and her approachable personality. I would definitely recommend her and plan to book her services again in the future!”


4. Anika J.

“Anika did a great job taking care of my cat Bennie! She left detailed updates and sent lots of photos! My cat Bennie was very well taken care of and happy when I returned!”


5. Graeme C.

“Graeme was awesome! He followed directions, asked questions if he needed any help, sent pictures of my dogs, which was nice since I missed him. Bear loves when he comes to visit!”


6. Kaylee F.

“We were very glad to leave our cats in Kaylee’s excellent care. Would definitely recommend her & will not hesitate to have her come back for drop-in visits again.”


7. Daniela M.

“Thank you so much!”


8. Jeannette P.
“My cats just love Jeannette! I travel often and never worry about them getting enough attention. She’s always prompt, reliable, and friendly. I highly recommend!”


9. Andrea I.

“Andrea is always reliable. We have used her multiple times for quick trips, and love that she sends us photos each time she drops in.”


10. Lily S.

“Lily was great! She is very easy to communicate with and took great care of our cats. When something weird happened with the house she was proactive about reaching out to deal with it, which I really appreciated.”


11. Emily L.
“Emily is a passionate and knowledgeable animal lover with over fifteen years of experience with animal care. Her dedication is evident through her volunteer history at animal shelters, as well as through her experiences with fostering kittens and taking care of senior dogs.”


12. Lauren L.


“Thank you Lauren! I know that you took good care of my rambunctious girls! So good to meet you! You obviously love pets and I will definitely be calling on you in the future!!!”


13. Rachel S.

“Rachel was great at communicating and has a clear love for the animals she takes care of. She sent great pics and updates and I felt very confident and comfortable having her in my home and taking care of my animals.”


14. Rucha & Ethan D.

“Rucha & Ethan did a wonderful job caring for my two needy cats over thanksgiving! I had a worry-free trip because they were so communicative, and my cats really loved them. I have one cat that gets very very stressed out when I’m away, and he showed zero signs of stress (diarrhea/ vomit/ hiding)! I am SO grateful ❤️and look forward to having them watch the kitties when I’m away again. Thank you!!”


15. Caroline F.

“Caroline did a great job checking in on my cat daily as requested. She understood and did exactly what I wanted her to do for my cat and then communicated everything to me. I was reassured that my cat was being cared for very well which meant a lot to me. 🙏🏼 Caroline”




16. Jessica R.

“Jessica did amazing! Came home to full bowls and a clean litter box. She even took my trash out and washed the few dishes I had left in my sink.”


17. Lauren B.
About: I have taken care of cats and dogs in my neighborhood since I was 13. Whenever I am home for breaks I am the first person our family friends call to petsit! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and enjoy taking care and being around dogs and cats. I am currently a full-time graduate student at Ithaca College. I have class 2:00-4:30pm on Mondays, 8:15 am- 2:40 pm on Tuesdays, 10:00-1:50 pm Wednesdays, 8:15-11:45 am Thursdays, and 9:30-12:00pm Fridays. So, weeknights and weekends I will have more availability. My schedule is pretty flexible other than my classes. I live with two other roommates who are very welcoming of cats and dogs. I live right behind a trail, which is perfect for walks. I can easily crate your dog if needed.


18. Kjersten M.
About: *Please ask about any dates! I work full time, but many evenings are free for drop-ins or a walk/play time!* I have taken care of animals beginning with my parents' help when I was 8 years old. I helped care for neighbors and friends' pets while on vacation and often volunteered to exercise my furry friends or grab a canine snuggle after school. I have helped assist in the training process for puppies and given medications to all ages of dogs. I love all breeds and have experience will many sized dogs. Most notable breeds - Yorkshire Terrier, Dachshund, Pomeranian, Schnauzer, Beagle, Bulldog, various Poodle mixes, Labrador, Golden Retriever, Australian Shepherd, Dalmatian, Boxer, Norwegian Elkhound, Greyhound, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Newfoundland, Great Dane, Mastiff and many mix breed love bugs. I have experience caring for all kinds of cats, from social and friendly to shy and sassy. I have had several fancy bear hamsters of my own and would love to help with your favorite rodent or hedgehog. I grew up caring for fresh and brackish water fish and understand the basic care of water and amphibian critters. There are very few animals that I would not consider caring for so please ask if you have a seemingly "unusual pet". I am happy to learn about your animal, how to best love them, and care for all their needs while you are away! I am currently working full time, but have a fluctuating schedule. Please ask if you have an extended stay and your furry friend can be left alone at night. I am happy to play with and walk your companion or sit and provide extra pets as needed. I will always be respectful of your wishes and promise to keep your home and your animal(s)' safety as my top priority.


19. Madison W.
“Madison is incredibly loving, warm, responsible, and sweet. She is conscientious and hardworking and reliable. Don't hesitate! She'll be fantastic with your pet/home! She's also a Cornell grad student and long-time responsible manager of Urban Outfitters”


20. Clara M.
“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to highly recommend my daughter Clara as a pet sitter: showing an early disposition to care for animals, she rescued and rehabilitated our pet cat that accompanied us for many years, and also trained and cared for our high energy hunting dog since her adoption as a puppy until her last day. This “animal whisperer”, as she’s called by many, is now on her way to becoming a vet, an indication of her strong commitment and ability to care for animals❤️”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in East Ithaca on Rover as of Jan 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 Jan 2025, there are 53 cat sitters in East Ithaca. 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 East Ithaca cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in East Ithaca have an average of 13 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 East Ithaca.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? East Ithaca 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 53 cat sitters in East Ithaca on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In East Ithaca, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
