Cat Sitting in Ellettsville
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Top rated Ellettsville cat sitters
“Heather is great with our cats. They get such good care that they’re less stressed about us being gone. And she’s helped the shy ones gain confidence around new people. She’s also takes great care of the house. Highly recommended!”
“Brittney was very helpful and communicative during the entire service period. I would highly recommend Brittney and would certainly rebook when I’ll need her services again.”
“Shaun completed daily drop-in visits for my cat Sammy while I was on vacation for nearly two weeks. He met with me and Sammy prior to my trip to learn about Sammy's needs and wants, and remembered everything I told him no matter how detailed. He was extremely friendly and loving towards Sammy, and did everything from brush and cuddle with him to taking care of his food, water, and litter. Shaun communicated wonderfully at every little step and occurrence, even if it was just changing the water in Sammy's auto-filter fountain. Shaun was very flexible, even through a number of technical difficulties and changes of plan (I was in the process of moving apartments as well). He went above and beyond in every capacity - when my automatic feeder disconnected from my phone while I was away and I couldn't reconnect, Shaun downloaded the feeder app, connected the feeder to his personal phone, and set up a feeding schedule for Sammy based on how much I said I fed him! His presence gave me great peace of mind, as this was my first time leaving Sammy alone. If I take another trip like this, I'll be sure to hire Shaun again, and I can't recommend him enough!”
“Paul did a fantastic job wrangling my five gingers for a long weekend, a couple of whom are scared of strangers. He genuinely cares about the animals. Definitely recommend!”
“Emily was so sweet to watch our 4 girls last minute🐱🐱🐱🐱 We need someone detail oriented since one of our girls is deaf and 2 others are very timid. She is, kind, prompt and kept in communication with anything and everything that happened. We will definitely book again!”
“Deborah is awesome. My Frenchie puppy loves her and she is consistent and reliable. Communication is easy and she replies back quickly as well. I would highly recommend her :)”
“So very happy for a loving and caring pet sitter. Nichole was awesome. Very happy for the pictures and updates. It put are minds at ease knowing there is this type of service. Again Thank You Nichole!”
About: I’ve pet sat since age 10, having 3 dogs of my own growing up. I have pet sit for neighbors, friends, and family through the years Im a student, but my schedule is pretty flexible! I’m a student athlete at IU, and an animal behavior major. Feel free to reach out about scheduling! I make sure to follow your specific instructions carefully such as potty breaks when needed, feeding times, play time, locking up the crates(if applicable), etc
“Thank you for taking care of Dillon! Lucy was very attentive to our older dogs needs and extremely pleasant to work with. We would highly recommend her for your pets needs.”
“Clare did a phenomenal job!! She was very flexible and accommodating, and went above and beyond taking care of my cats. My cats were very happy and well-cared for. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a cat-sitter, and would be glad to have her cat-sit for me again.”
About: Hi, I’m Matt. My fiancé Ellie and I have always had animals in our lives, from hamsters and rats, to our current dog and cat, and even chickens. We are the type of people who get more excited about a dog at a party than the people. The best part of our day is always the butt wiggles and kisses from our sweet Millie girl when we walk in the house. Animals bring so much happiness and fulfillment to our lives, and we know just how much they mean to you — because ours are family, too. Whether we’re playing fetch, giving belly rubs, or just spending quiet time with a shy pet, we treat every animal like one of our own. We don’t have many expectations for your pets - the only rule in our house is to let dogs be dogs. Our happiness comes from watching them live their life to the fullest in a safe and loving home. However, if you are working on any specific behaviors with your pup, we can make sure to reinforce your rules so your canine friend doesn’t come home with poor habits. Our Millie is very well behaved and we think she would be a great role model to dogs of any age! Ellie and I both had the privilege of experiencing the full lives of our childhood dogs and we know the specialized care and attention that they need at all stages of life, from puppy to senior. We promise to keep your pet's routine consistent and tend to their special needs so your furry best friend feels comfortable and secure in our home. We are happy to send as many updates and pictures as you’d like to give you peace of mind while you’re away. If you're looking for a reliable, genuinely animal-loving sitter who will spoil your pets in all the right ways, we’d be honored to care for them. We work Monday through Friday but can accommodate dogs during the week as long as you are aware that we will not be home during our working hours so your dog must be able to go up to 8 hours without care. If our calendar shows availability on a weekend that means we will be able to be at home with your animals all day Saturday and Sunday! We have a fenced in yard and a large deck for your dog to enjoy a place to run or sunbathe. The fence is 3 feet tall, so any dogs that we think may be capable of jumping the fence will be taken out on a leash. We would prefer dogs with any destructive tendencies to be in a crate if we do need to leave the house. We have a crate that can accommodate up to ~50 lbs, for anything larger a crate must be provided. For the non-chewers, we are happy to leave them free in the house, but we would likely separate them from our dog and cat while we step away by closing the door to the lower level where your pet will have plenty of space to roam and several beds to choose from for napping.
About: I grew up with dogs and have owned my own dog for the last 10 years. I’m super familiar with how to train and handle dogs, and I love taking them on walks! I look forward to meeting your pet! I’m currently working part time and have a lot of extra time to work more hours! My schedule is very flexible and I look forward to devoting time to caring for your pet! I live in an apartment with my dog and cat! I am sure to regularly take my dog outside on a harness and leash to use the restroom, usually about 4 times a day. The litter box is regularly cleaned, as well as the feeding bowls, and I’m very conscious of checking if the animals need water.
About: I have dog sat for over 5 years now so I know how to handle dogs I don't live with! I also own a dog that I have been caring for for over 13 years now! I am free on Mondays and Wednesdays after 4PM and can either stay the night those nights, or work until 10PM. Tuesdays and Thursdays I am available to animal sit after 3PM and can do so until 10PM. Fridays I am available from 9-10AM to around 7PM, and Sundays I am available all day. I will be there if you need someone to walk or feed your pets! I will also make time to interact with your pet so they can get the proper amount of enrichment time while you are away!
Over 13 pet parents in Ellettsville have booked cat sitting
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Sitters in Ellettsville average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ellettsville on Rover as of Dec 2025 was about $20 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 78 cat sitters in Ellettsville. 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, 90% of Ellettsville cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ellettsville have an average of 17 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Ellettsville.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ellettsville 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 78 cat sitters in Ellettsville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ellettsville, 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.
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