Cat Sitting in Ellicott City
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“We were so happy with the care our dog received! From the very beginning, she was kind, professional, and attentive to every detail. She kept us updated with photos and messages, which gave us great peace of mind. We would absolutely book with her again.”
“I recently started using Angela for drop-in visits with my puppy, Melo, and I couldn’t be happier! She has already completed two visits, and I can tell Melo really likes her—he’s relaxed and happy when I get home. The photos she sends during each visit truly put my heart at ease and let me know he’s in good hands. It’s such a relief to find someone caring, reliable, and attentive. I’m so grateful for the peace of mind she provides, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter.”
“Did a meet/greet with Sophia before her drop in visit with my pups and she was great! During the drop in visit she did all the things we asked as well as updating us during her time with my pups. So glad we found Sophia and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter for their fur babies.”
“Here’s another option with a slightly different tone: Emma did a wonderful job taking care of my pet. Communication was quick and consistent, and she was always very responsive whenever I had a question or update. I felt confident leaving my pet in her care and appreciated the updates while I was away. I would absolutely book with her again and recommend her to others!!!”
“Kiera did an amazing job as always watching our dog and cat! Great at communicating, and the pets love her. We had piece of mind knowing they were well taken care of while we were out of town.”
“Madison is delightful and trustworthy. She did a wonderful job with our 3 cats, including coaxing out our notoriously shy boy and managing multiple meds for our 17-year-old girl. Would not hesitate to hire again.”
“Susan did a great job taking care of our two dogs while we were away. We felt totally confident in her ability to care for our pets. I highly recommend Susan for your pet care needs!”
“Lingli was wonderful with our two senior dogs! She was great with making sure they felt comfortable and she sent the cutest pictures! We were able to not worry while we were away!”
“Ryan and Brittanie are fantastic! I knew as soon as they met my girl she was in good hands!! Both of them have great communication… and photos! I could tell my pup was having a fantastic time with their drop-in visits. We’ll definitely book in the future and recommend to anyone local.”
“Sara was AMAZING with our puppy, Cooper! She made sure he didn’t eat anything on his walks because that’s been a big issue with him. She always made sure he was taken care of and administered his medicine since he recently was discharged from the animal hospital. We can’t wait to use Sara again!”
“First time using Nia and she was great! Super communicative and sent all the pictures. She was so sweet with Jesse at our meet and greet and Jesse had the biggest smile in every picture sent so I know Jesse loved her too. Will be using her again!”
About: Hey there! I’m Aaliyah, your furry companion’s new best friend 🐾 As a lifelong pet lover and owner, I truly understand the deep bond we share with our animals. When life gets busy or you need to be away, it’s only natural to want someone who will care for your pets with the same patience, love, and attentiveness you do. That’s exactly where I come in… I have hands on experience with dogs of all sizes, ages, and personalities, including senior pups, blind dogs, tripods, deaf pups, fresh litters, and dogs with anxiety who need a calm, reassuring presence. I’m also comfortable caring for asthmatic cats and pets who require extra monitoring, gentle handling, or medication routines. My experience spans beyond dogs, Ive cared for cats, bunnies, fish, snakes, turtles, and hedgehogs, so I’m confident adapting to a wide range of needs. At home, I’m a proud pet parent to a cat, a Husky, and a Shiba Inu, which has only deepened my understanding of unique personalities and characteristics of specific breeds. I’m currently a stay at home mom, former Montessori teacher and have availability weekdays and weekends! I also have flexibility for longer trips or vacations, just let me know!! I am available for drop ins and house sitting so your furry companion can feel as comfortable and safe as possible while you are away!! There, I’ll give them as many treats, hugs and snuggles as their heart desires! Your furbabies, plants AND your home will be in great hands while you are away!
“Victoria is amazing!! She is always on time and gives detailed feedback of the visit along with great pictures of our cats. One of our cats is very shy (will not come out for almost any visitor) and she comes out for Victoria every time. This is a huge indicator that Victoria is amazing with animals and that animals love her!”
“Christina was wonderful and so understanding of all the craziness she walked into with our dog. Very communicative and we loved to see our dog visibly happy in every photo we received!”
“Odessa took excellent care of our dog! She was responsive and attentive, sending us pictures and updates throughout our time away. We were very pleased, and will definitely be using her again! Highly recommend!”
“Grateful to Tabitha for taking care of Luna and Oliver while we were out of town! Luna was happy for the company and both cats were well taken care of during the visit.”
“Shania did a really wonderful job for our cats and was really flexible and understanding of our complicated routine. She was super communicative during the visits and had to adjust on the fly for us, and she took it all completely in stride. Highly recommend her! Thank you so much again!!!”
Over 159 pet parents in Ellicott City have booked cat sitting
Ellicott City cat parents share their Rover experiences
Madison is amazing! She looked after 3 cats and a bearded dragon for us. Two of my cats are complicated behaviorally, one very much so. Our vet and our behaviorist say we have some of the strangest cats they’ve ever met. Madison handled all of that with ease, even getting my Indie to take her pill which she always refuses if her routine is even the slightest bit changed. She handled each of my cat’s preferences and they all genuinely enjoyed their time with her, we could see it in the pictures she sent right down to the bearded dragon having his most cheerful coloration while she held him. The house looked exactly the same as we left it right down to the litter boxes, she even washed the girl’s dishes for us to use for dinner when we got home. We will 100% be booking with Madison again in the future!
Here’s another option with a slightly different tone: Emma did a wonderful job taking care of my pet. Communication was quick and consistent, and she was always very responsive whenever I had a question or update. I felt confident leaving my pet in her care and appreciated the updates while I was away. I would absolutely book with her again and recommend her to others!!!
Lorraine took excellent care of our four cats while we were away for a week. Communication was prompt and reliable, and all instructions were followed with great care. Lorraine went above and beyond by spending extra time cleaning and giving our fur babies additional attention. We are extremely pleased with the service and will absolutely book again.
As always, Mikaela is such a great sitter for Ares. Mikaela is very good about taking lots of pictures of Ares to show me how happy he is and that he is being well taken care of. Mikaela has sat for Ares for a number of years now and I’m so glad to have a consistent person I can rely on and is familiar to Ares anytime I go out of town and he needs taken care of. Thank you so much Mikaela!
She took great care of my kitties for one week. They got used to her visits by the end of the week and came out when she came in! Maybe it was the treats she would give? 😻😻😻 Jennifer also got the mail for me while I was gone. Thank you for everything! Highly recommend!
Kaitlin dropped in on our cat daily while we were away. She communicated frequently to let us know when she would be coming and sent photos. She even went back to see our cat a second time on the first day because she didn’t realize there was a check in feature. We will definitely be using Kaitlin next time!
I was so worried about leaving my cat for a week for a necessary trip. I took her in as stray and I had never left her alone before. However, Angela is a "cat whisperer" and after a few day melted my little kitty's heart. Normally my cat will have absolutely nothing to do with strangers, hides, and may even hiss a little if a stranger tries to pet her. The videos I received let me relax and enjoy my trip without worrying that my cat was stressed out or panicked when I didn't come home. Angela was also very diligent in following directions for my fur baby as well and also watered plants so I didn't have to come home to brown plants!
I had such a wonderful experience with Esther! She came for a drop-in visit to take care of my senior little cat, and I couldn’t be happier. She followed all of my instructions carefully, feeding, medication, fresh water, and even brushing, and did everything with so much care and patience. My cat, who can sometimes be shy, absolutely loved her and looked very comfortable around her. Esther also kept me updated with messages and plenty of photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. Everything went so smoothly, and I could really tell she put her heart into caring for my cat as if he were her own. I trust her completely and will definitely book her again.
Brayden communicated with us well and respected our property. The kitties were fans, too -- he spent much longer with them than required to empty the litterbox and refresh their food/water. We were also super grateful that he was available on very short notice.
I cannot thank Olivia enough! She is truly a Godsend! I reached out last minute, halfway in a panic and halfway in a prayer, and she showed up cool as a cucumber with that sweet, calming spirit like, “Don’t worry, I got it.” She had never met me or my precious Mittens before (and Mittens is particular, okay?), but you would’ve thought they grew up together! I was so flustered I even forgot to send instructions…no notes, no schedule, not even a “Mittens likes her treats warmed up” but Olivia didn’t miss a beat! She cared for my baby girl like she was her own…with patience, kindness, and that quiet “I’ve-got-this” grace that only the Lord can give. Honestly, I believe she might have prayed over Mittens when I wasn’t looking. lol That’s the kind of care she gave. I had total peace while I was away…and y’all, that’s rare! If you’re looking for someone who won’t just pet-sit but will intercede and babysit your fur baby like family, Olivia is the one! She’s truly walking in her calling! 💛🐾🙏🏽
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Ellicott City is $20
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Sitters in Ellicott City average 7 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 Ellicott City on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 199 cat sitters in Ellicott City. 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 Ellicott City cat sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Ellicott City.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ellicott City 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 199 cat sitters in Ellicott City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific 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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