Cat Sitting in El Portal
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Top rated El Portal cat sitters
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“Jennifer is amazing, caring, and attentive. Our kitty absolutely loves her! She was very diligent with care for him while we were away. We are grateful that we found her and we would absolutely hire her again! Easy communication and wonderful photo and video reports.”
“Jonathan was a great sitter for my two cats. He kept me updated daily with several photos and how our old girls were adjusting. I can only recommend Jonathan and will definitely rebook for our next trip.”
“Andrea was absolutely amazing as a cat sitter! She was extremely respectful of my apartment, always responsible, and kept me updated every single day with videos and messages. She really took the time to play with my cats and make sure they were comfortable and happy. One of my cats is very, very shy, and Andrea was so sweet and patient with her. I felt completely at ease knowing they were in such trustworthy hands. I can’t recommend Andrea enough if you’re looking for someone reliable, caring, and attentive.”
“Michelle goes above and beyond and did a great job with my 2 fur babies. They are very shy and yet they warmed to Michelle quickly. She showed up when she said she would. Highly reliable.”
“Paola did an incredible job of looking after my sweet girl while I was away! She made sure she had all of the information needed and I felt extremely comfortable leaving my baby in great hands. Paola went above and beyond all of my expectations and I was so grateful for her kindness she showed to me and my sweet girl. Paola sent frequent updates, provided photos, offered suggestions, and even brought a new harness and leash for my puppy. It is very clear that Paola has a true gift and love for animals. I would absolutely rebook with her again and highly recommend her to others! Thank you so much again, Paola!”
“Seidee was amazing with my 2 cat babies! She is filled with such great energy and I feel I can definitely count on her! Absolutely re-booking!! Thanks Seidee for keeping me informed always and respecting my home. Highly recommend! ❤️”
“Ellie was an amazing sitter for my cat! She watched him for an entire week and kept me up to date the entire time. I would absolutely recommend her and look forward to having her watch my kitty again in the future.”
“Tara was wonderful giving our cats daily individual attention and they responded to her very well. She was also great communicating with their humans, sending photos throughout our 3 weeks away, at the end listing the areas that she cleaned per her high standards. In addition, weekly watering my orchids and plants as requested and picking up our mail. We recommend her with enthusiasm!”
“Alyiah is fantastic, a total sweetheart and does an exceptional job. She’s reliable, trustworthy, flexible, and didn’t mind administering insulin to my diabetic cat, which I’m really grateful for. 10/10. I will definitely call her next time I’m out of town”
“Kyra does such a thorough job taking care of Tuna. She’s communicative all along the way and makes sure the house is left clean. She gives Tuna treats and takes the cutest pictures of him. This is our 2nd time booking her and safe to says she’s our go-to sitter while we’re gone! Thanks Kyra!! ❤️”
“Stephanie was great with our 2 boys! She was reliable and very attentive when it came to playtime and tending to each of their personalities. Every rover card was an experience to read lol she is super creative and funny! I’ll definitely book again!”
“Tiffany was a great Dog sitter. Her customer service was exceptional to let me know about my dog and how was he doing with pictures. Always on time and very professional. I will definitely consider her services again should the need arise.”
About: Over the last 25 years I've taken care of my own & friends' dogs, cats and fish. They've all lived happy, long and loving lives. I'm available weekly to care for clients' dogs, cats and fish. This is what I do for a living and it's extremely rewarding for me. I visit clients' homes and care for their sweet pets by paying close attention to their needs and behavior to make sure they stay healthy.
About: Hey there! My name is Nick and I am a college student going to school at UF. I have a dog of my own named Duke and I love all dogs. I have been taking care of dogs since I was very young, I basically grew up doing so as I shared responsibility with my parents. I am available in the afternoons after 5pm during the week and I am usually available throughout the weekend. I am a fluent Spanish speaker. I have plenty of toys in my apartment for any dogs to play with that my dog absolutely loves. I hope to get the opportunity to care for your dog and meet you as well if our paths cross. Thank you for your time!
“Jules was wonderful! My cat was super happy with her, and I could tell from all of the videos and pictures she sent. She was very easy to get in contact with, and was very flexible with her schedule. Jules was even able to give my cat his oral antibiotics while I was away. I felt very good about leaving my little boy with her, and I will definitely use Jules again in the future!”
About: I grow up with pets and I love it, I’m so patience, lover and dedícate to take care your dog or your cat, trust me and you won’t regret it! I’m currently working part time, so I’ll have plenty of time to play with your pups. I’m available for boarding on weekends and weekdays before 11 and after 4pm I have an adequate space for your pet in the house… I can play and walk around the neighborhood with them because there are many parks too.
El Portal cat parents share their Rover experiences
Aliyah was sooo good with my cats, she put me at ease throughout the 2 weeks I was away, taking care of them,giving them love,pets and cuddles.I am soo happy to have found her, I l definitely rebook her in future and now I know I can travel with ease without worrying sick for my fur babies. Thankyou so much Aliyah for being this amazing 🥰🥰.Wish you all the best
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in El Portal is $25
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Sitters in El Portal average 5 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 El Portal on Rover as of Dec 2025 was about $25 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 Dec 2025, there are 1,566 cat sitters in El Portal. 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 El Portal cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in El Portal have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 El Portal.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? El Portal 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 1,566 cat sitters in El Portal on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In El Portal, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% 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.
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