Cat Sitting in Fairfax
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Top rated Fairfax cat sitters
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“Maria has done an outstanding job taking care of our kitty. She leaves really detailed updates on our cat and took really good care of him. We were really worried about finding a great person to take care of our cat for a week, but Maria was awesome! Would highly recommend her to everyone!”
“Boone can be a stubborn old hound and rather particular with the people he trusts. He took to Seth right away and it out my mind at ease. Seth’s experience and easy demeanor were a major stress relief for me. Communication was great and I had no worries while I was out of town. Will absolutely book again!”
About: As someone who grew up in a "dog home" I'm very comfortable with a wide variety of dogs both big (Fred, German Shepard) and small (Abby, Cocker Spaniel). Over the last 4 years I've been personally training and raising my well-behaved resident couch-potato, Leo. I bring that same enthusiasm and kindness to every cat I meet as well (I've even fostered a few kittens!). I’m detail-oriented, timely, and mindful of existing routines such as walks, meals, medications, or any additional special instructions. I regularly send photos as updates so you can relax knowing your pet is in good hands. I'm currently working from home part-time, so I'll have lot's of availability during the day. I can also do late-night pet checks! I'm detailed oriented when it comes to your pet(s) and their unique needs. I can accommodate to make sure each pet is shown the attention and care they need. I have a fenced in yard and a resident couch-potato. Meet-and-greets required for any overnight guests.
“Sheila was timely with her visits and demonstrated care with our cat who has separation anxiety. Her hours of availability are second to none and her services really assured us that our cat was in good hands. I'd recommend Sheila to anyone who needed their cat watched.”
“Katherine was amazing with Coal and Vanilla! She was super responsive, kept us updated, and really took the time to play with them and make them both feel loved. We came home to happy kittens. Highly recommend and will definitely book her again!”
“Becky is great to work with and does a great job with coordination, planning and of course care of the pets. I hope to call on Becky again for our next trip away. I would highly recommend trusting her with your pets and home. Thanks again Becky.”
About: I have taken care of cats and dogs my entire life whether they’re mine or friends. I have a 80lb doberman/pitt mix making me very comfortable with large dogs, and a 10lb tabby cat making me comfortable with your tiny friends too! I work part time, and on days I do work I have a 2 hour lunch break. This allows me to be available for your furry friends whenever you need! I have experience walking dogs who are not fully leash trained and those that are reactive. I know the area well and am confident I can keep your furry friends safe and entertained!
About: Over the last ten years I have had the opportunity to care for multiple furry friends, including seniors with health issues that require twice daily medication injections and frequent trips outside. I have always loved animals and am dedicated to giving them the best possible love and care they need. I recently moved to the area and would love to help take care of your babies while I'm between jobs! I recently moved to the area and am currently between jobs so I'm available 24/7 to provide pet care for any sweet lil babies who need it! I'm extremely diligent about making sure no animals get in or out of the house without me knowing! No assuming your cat is an outdoor pet or anything like that, I'll make sure to send frequent photo updates to let you know all is well at home.
“Beth L. was able to step in quickly when our sitter cancelled and do drop in visits for our dog while we were away for multiple days. She cheerfully got Nelly up and fed in the morning and put her in her crate at night after ensuring she got some outdoor and play time and water. She was communicative and responsive the whole time and Nelly did well. We really appreciated her help!”
“Kimberley was the best pet sitter for my little sweets, Pumpkin! She responded to the inquiry quickly, came over same day to meet me, and took lots of pictures and left great updates each morning after dropping by. I felt very comfortable with her and could tell Pumpkin did too. I will definitely book with her again 🫶🏼”
“Brianne has been wonderful with our dog, Lilly. She’s communicative, kind, and very patient. She also provides thorough reviews and summaries of her visits! We have really appreciated her dedication!”
“Teju was very caring and responding when she took care of Sola. She made a pre-visit to make herself familiar to my dog and communicated so closely. Thank you, Teju, for your kind care!”
“Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of Pepper and Tux! We really appreciate Morgan helping us out with such a last minute request. We will definitely be using her services again.”
Over 1,609 pet parents in Fairfax have booked cat sitting
Fairfax cat parents share their Rover experiences
Jessica was INCREDIBLE with my shy girl! My cat Zelda takes a while to warm up to people and often hides and sometimes hisses. Jessica was incredibly patient with her, sitting in the same room as her but giving her space to get comfortable for the first few days before Zelda was ready to get all the loving. I could tell she really cared about making sure Zelda was happy and comfortable which gave me peace of mind during my 2 week trip. She sent amazingly detailed updates every visit, took out the trash for us multiple times to keep the house from smelling, and even took care of a beeping smoke alarm which needed batteries. I would absolutely recommend her!
Jiamin was very professional and cheerful. She had a varying schedule and never missed a day. When I needed to cancel a day she added another day to my schedule. She was able to give cats medication and feed them separately. She even gave treats to Milo when he was under the bed. She went above and beyond to make sure my cats were safe and happy.
Jessica is amazing! I am very anxious when it comes to my two kitties and she took care of them wonderfully! Jessica followed all my directions, and informed me on their food intake and daily behavior changes. Seeing how my cats played and warmed up to her really put me at ease for my one week trip. I will only trust Jessica from here on out! 10/10 stars.
Winnie was AMAZING with our dog and cat. She gave them tons of attention and made sure they were mentally stimulated. She also sent us thorough updates after each drop-in, which relieved a lot of our anxieties. I would definitely rehire her, and I highly recommend her if you want someone who takes care of your pets like they’re her own.
Matt is an exceptional pet sitter who has taken care of our cats several times over the years. He has gone above and beyond to make it through snowy and icy weather and check on the animals despite the hazardous conditions. He and his wife Carolina are our go-to sitters.
Seth was absolutely amazing! The constant communication and the daily pictures and videos he sent make you very comfortable. When I came home everything was clean for my cat and left the place just like how we left it. I would definitely recommend Seth as I will be booking him more for the future
Sarah did a phenomenal job yet again. Even our most skiddish and scared cat came out of hiding by end of day one (second drop-in). Idk what it is about Sarah, but she brought out the best in our cats. All instructions were followed regarding meals, water bowls, medication, and litter scooping. She even brought in our trash can without being asked. All around considerate and thorough. Thanks, Sarah!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Fairfax is $25
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Sitters in Fairfax 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 Fairfax on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 3,821 cat sitters in Fairfax. 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, 87% of Fairfax cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Fairfax have an average of 14 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 Fairfax.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Fairfax 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 3,821 cat sitters in Fairfax on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Fairfax, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 88% 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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