Cat Sitting East Palo Alto
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About: I've been surrounded by animals for as long as I can remember! Growing up, my family had two dogs and two cats, and today I'm a proud cat mom to two wonderful kitties. Having spent so much of my life caring for pets, I've learned that every animal has its own unique personality, preferences, and needs. I understand how to make cats feel comfortable, whether they're playful and affectionate or shy and independent. As a pet parent myself, I know how important it is to find someone you can truly trust with your furry family members. I'm happy to help with feeding, fresh water, litter box cleaning, playtime, and plenty of cuddles (if your cat enjoys them!). I'll treat your pets like my own and send regular photo updates so you can have peace of mind while you're away. I work from home and have a very flexible schedule, which allows me to easily fit pet care into my daily routine. I'm available for drop-in visits on both weekdays and weekends, and I'm happy to accommodate your cat's feeding schedule and specific needs. As a cat owner myself, I understand how important it is to feel confident that your pet is in good hands. I'll always respect your cat's routine, personality, and personal space. I'll make sure they have fresh food and water, a clean litter box, and plenty of attention. I'm also happy to send photos and updates during every visit so you can have peace of mind while you're away.
“Rachel was absolutely wonderful with Benek. She was incredibly attentive, reliable, responsive, and professional throughout the entire time I have been away. She was always on time and sent thoughtful, detailed updates and plenty of photos after each visit, which gave me so much peace of mind. What I appreciated most was how genuinely caring she was with him. She paid attention to his routine, his eating, his litter box, and even the little things about his personality and preferences. She also made sure he had companionship and affection, not just the basic care. I could tell from her updates that she was really spending time with him and getting to know him. I felt completely comfortable having her care for Benek and my home, and I would absolutely book with her again. Highly recommend!”
About: We’re an engaged couple looking for more time with pets! We’d love to give your pet extra care, companionship, and affection while you’re away or taking some time for yourself. We only care for one pet (or one family) at a time so your pet can get plenty of attention with us. As a couple, your pet gets double the care and companionship at no extra cost! We especially enjoy boarding pets in our home. We don’t have pets or children of our own. Our private fenced backyard allows for plenty of space to play. We go on 1–2 walks a day and would love to have your pet join us! We can’t wait to meet your furry family member and give them a home-away-from-home! 🐾🥰 One of our favorite things to do is go on walks together. We always joke and say we’re meant to have a pet, so we decided to do Rover! We have no pets or kids in our house and we plan to take care of one pet/family at a time so we can give them our full attention and make sure they are as comfortable as can be. We also have a private fenced backyard.
“Ian is an excellent Catsitter. Super compassionate, responsible, great communicator, follows directions, and left my apartment spotlessly clean. He's the best! Highly recommend this sitter.”
“Tillana stayed at our home for the last 3 weeks taking care of our 5 cats. We could not have been more happy - she was absolutely great!!! As soon as I met her it was very clear that she's an animal-lover, and our cats (some of whom can be a little, um, standoffish! :) ) all immediately warmed to her. She asked great questions before our trip to make sure she knew everyone's regimen and preferences. During the stay, Tillana really got to know each of my kitties' quirky personalities (!), and sent me LOTS of photos and updates! I never had a moment's concern about how they were all doing since they were so clearly in great hands. My kitties get wet food 3 times a day (and of course each one has his/her preferences), "tuna time" in the evening, and all except one (who is overweight and hence on a diet) get access to dry food at night - Tillana managed all this craziness really well! Two of the cats are on oral medications (one for IBD, one for dermatitis) and Tillana was great at administering pills and keeping a medication diary. In addition to caring for the cats, she kept the bird-feeder filled, watered the plants, put out the trash etc... so we came home to a lovely house filed with fat, happy cats =^..^=. I would highly recommend Tillana, and will definitely book her for our future travels!”
About: Besides working my morning job I love to take care pets. I used to pet care couple years and have helped my aunt with her 3 dogs that needed daily walks! I always took care of them as if they were my own! I also have experience with elderly dogs who needed more attention and needed to be given medication daily. I enjoy going outside long or short walks and it’s always great to have a walking partner! I have a one full time job, so this would be 8 hour shifts. I mostly work early in the morning. But besides that I would love to be your pets new playmate! I can adjust and make the free time around my working hours. So please don’t hesitate to reach out! I will always treat your pet as if they were my own! Meaning they will be given unconditional love lots of playtime and attention! With my own pet she is the queen of the house and I am there to take care of her the best I can! You won’t have to worry while they are with me!
“Nina and Leo were great cat sitters, who were luckily available rather last minute! We had a nice meet and greet, and then I entrusted everything to them. They were extremely attentive, detailed, communicative, and thoughtful. Thank you so much Nina and Leo!”
“Ran was amazing — great communication, patient with our tricky parking, and genuinely caring with the cats. Loved the photos (especially the big LC shot!). She even spotted a piece of glass on the floor and handled it thoughtfully — checked the area, confirmed everyone was safe, and kept me in the loop. That's the kind of rover you want looking after your pets.”
“Jess is awesome! Incredibly attentive, responsive and caring. My kitty is older and needs lots of affection- he didn’t even seem to notice I was gone with Jess coming to care for him. I cannot recommend her highly enough!! Thank you Jess for being such a wonderful cat sitter for Carl!”
About: I've been caring for pets for several years, beginning with my family's two cats and later helping care for a neighbor's cat. Since then, I've had the opportunity to care for both cats and dogs through repeat house-sitting and drop-in visits. My experience includes caring for multiple cats on several occasions, house sitting for three dachshunds while maintaining their feeding schedule and providing medication for one with back issues, and caring for dogs of different sizes, including pit bull's and a medium-sized mixed-breed dog. I take pride in keeping pets on their normal routine and providing a calm, comfortable environment while their owners are away. My goal is to make both you and your pet feel at ease, knowing they'll receive dependable and attentive care. My schedule is currently very flexible as I work at a yoga studio, this allows me to accommodate morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend visits. Whether you need regular drop-in care or overnight house sitting, I'm committed to providing reliable, attentive care while maintaining your pet's normal routine. I'll do my best to work around your schedule and am happy to accommodate last-minute bookings whenever possible. Your pet's comfort, safety, and happiness are always my top priorities - every step (or paw print) of the way! Your pet's health and comfortability is my top priority! I strive to keep the environment and schedule for your beloved pets the same as if you were home. I follow medication schedules, feeding schedules, and all your desires and needs to keep your fur-baby happy and healthy.
About: Hi! I’m a lifelong animal lover and an experienced cat and dog sitter. I have a 6-year-old cat and a 13-month-old dog, both raised by me from kittenhood and puppyhood, so caring for pets is part of my everyday life. I’ve been pet-sitting for friends, lab mates, and roommates since graduate school over 10 years ago, especially cats with all kinds of personalities. I’m comfortable with feeding, walks, playtime, litter boxes, and just hanging out to keep your pets company. I know how much your pets mean to you, and I’ll treat your fur babies like they’re my own. My schedule is very flexible, I do drop in visits and dog walking. I have a dog and a cat, and I’m a pro of scooping cats poop 😉 and of course, playing with cats and dogs. I prefer to care for pets in my client’s home, and this is because I have a dog and a cat in my own home.
About: I am a big animal loving person and I like to spend time outside and I would love to take your pets on walks to help them release energy and spend time with them! I am a soccer player for a college and I am also a college student. It is hard to find ways to make more money but when I heard about this I thought it was perfect because I love animals and what better way to make money if you love to spend time with animals! I care for the pets the way that the owner will want me to, every owner is different so I want to keep that consistent to not confused the pets. On the other hand, my own pets are very spoiled and loved. They are trained but they know they are very spoiled and are treated very good. They are living their best life!
“Makenna helped us with last minute drop in visits for our cat while we were away for the weekend. She took great care of our cat for us and made sure to send daily updates with pictures. We returned home to a happy and healthy cat. We highly recommend her services.”
“Gulnaz was a wonderful watcher for my kitten Pixel while I was away visiting family. She was frequently providing photos and updates with Pixel, and quick to respond with any questions or concerns I had. Would recommend for any visits to check on cats.”
“Jeanette was amazing. Jake was being difficult and wouldn’t come in but Jeannette wouldn’t give up and go to bed till she finally got him in at 3AM. I felt bad and told her to go to bed, but she wouldn’t until he was in. He is usually good for her and comes in before dark,, but not this time.”
“Linnea was great! She was on time for our Meet & Greet, asked great questions about my cat Rhys, and maintained great communication before and during the drop-in visits. I appreciate that she took time to get to know Rhys and his cute little personality. And also all the photos I received while I was away! I came back to a happy cat and my home just as clean as I left it. Thank you again Linnea!”
About: I’ve taken care of family and friend dogs and cats. Love being outdoors with animals. I myself have a husky , cat , turtle and birds. Enjoy all furry friends :) I am available on weekends to come walk, or care for your furry animals. Do routinely check ups, drop ins and overnight stays available for your furry loved ones needs . Fenced , big yard for dogs to run around. Safe home to keep indoor cats. I have a husky at home very friendly with other dogs.
The median cost per visit for cat sitting in East Palo Alto is $30
Cat parents share their Rover experiences - East Palo Alto
Samantha did an amazing job with my cat. Over the course of 4 visits, she followed my instructions for feeding and caring for him to a tee. My cat is blind and shy around strangers, and she did a wonderful job of gently engaging with him. By the end of her visits, he was actively going up to her for pets. I would absolutely book her again.
Rachel is amazing! She is super responsible, organized, kind and flexible. Did everything we needed and then some. She even left a little gift for our daughter to find after we got back from vacation — an incredibly thoughtful touch and super appreciated. Would highly recommend!
Alexis is an incredible sitter! We have two cats and it was obvious from the moment she stepped foot into our house how much she understands cats. She gained the trust of our two cats immediately after meeting them. She asked all the right questions, sent us lots of cute pictures, and made booking with her super easy. I would highly recommend her!
Jess is awesome! Incredibly attentive, responsive and caring. My kitty is older and needs lots of affection- he didn’t even seem to notice I was gone with Jess coming to care for him. I cannot recommend her highly enough!! Thank you Jess for being such a wonderful cat sitter for Carl!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Cat Sitting in East Palo Alto is $34 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $21 and $55 per visit. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 2,261 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across East Palo Alto. 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 East Palo Alto. On Rover:
- 80% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 84% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 86% 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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