Cat Sitting in Fairfax
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Top rated Fairfax cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Jess is the best! We have used her services twice now and have already booked her for our time away next month. She is so thorough with her messages and photos of our sweet cat. She definitely loves animals and you can tell.”
“Kimberly was communicative, responsive, and attentive. She adapted easily to our needs and was genuinely focused on Althea’s care and comfort. Excellent experience. Would book again.”
“We are very pleased with the service Forest rendered. She took the time to play with Myla and gain the trust of a usually very shy cat. She was timely and provided updates at the end of each visit, including pictures. We will use Forest again without hesitation.”
“Will took amazing care of Milo, my senior cat. He provided me with updates about my little guy and sent fun pictures. I could tell Milo was happy in my absence. Will also brought in packages that were delivered while I was gone. I’d love for Will to take care of Milo again in the future.”
“Leah was very good and sweet to my cat! She was attentive and responsive. Not only that, but while she was taking care of him, i had a leak in the house, and she was very helpful and patient. I will book again.”
“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 🫶🏼”
“Sheila quickly won over both our kitties (who are pretty hesitant to meet new people) and made them feel safe and loved. She even went out of her way to put a new battery in the smoke detector which she found was beeping (along with the alarm panel) upon coming for a visit. We’re already booking Sheila for our next trip!”
“Absolutely fantastic Petsit!! Seth took care of my pup recovering from surgery on 3 legs. He asked the right questions and was genuinely interested in the comfort and care of our little boy!! Very thankful and I will be booking him again!”
About: I love cats and dogs. In fact, I have and take care of two cats, and I've been caring for them ever since they were kittens. I also helped take care of my family dog for 8 years by walking him and feeding him occasionally. In addition, I am a college student, which means that I have a very flexible schedule. Since I'm away at college, I don't spend as much time with my cats as I did before. However, I like to come back home to visit them weekly. I usually have at least 2.5 hours every day of free time. I never let my cats outside as I think it's dangerous. I'm a pretty clean person because I like to make sure the environment the pets are in is safe and clean.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all sizes and personalities since I was young as well as children through my daycare work. Neighbors, friends, and family have always trusted me to walk, feed, bathe, and give their pets lots of attention. I’m patient, gentle, and always make sure pets feel safe, loved, and entertained. Whether it’s playtime, a relaxing walk, or extra snuggles, I treat every pet like they’re part of my own family. Between my part-time job and classes, I have lots of pet-friendly free time! I’m usually available weekday afternoons and most mornings, plus Fridays through Sundays. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or cuddles, I’ve got plenty of time to hang out with your fur babies all week long. When I’m caring for pets in a client’s home, I always treat the space with respect and follow your routine exactly. I make sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved, whether that means sticking to feeding schedules, keeping their favorite spots tidy, or giving them extra playtime and attention. I’m reliable, gentle, and always make sure your home and your pet are left just the way you expect.
“Jessica is the best and clearly a cat person. My kitties were more than comfortable with her. Additionally, as I have an older cat, Jessica was more than comfortable following my detailed instructions. I definitely plan on using Jessica for help in the future!”
“Caroline was amazing! Our cat, who is usually skittish and hides with others completely relaxed around her in record time ❤️ Caroline is thorough, kind and patient. It definitely allowed for a more relaxing vacation, knowing our little Daisy was being well cared for :) Colleen”
“Jessica was the best! I have a very shy pup - and she totally won her over! She was also super helpful with my mom who has some mobility issues, and was home sometimes while she was managing my pups. Jessica was always professional, as well as loving and kind, while taking care of my pets and home.”
“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.”
“Alexander took amazing care of my two elderly kitties while I was away (one who needed medication every 12 hours). He was reliable, communicative, and so loving with my cats. I came home to a couple of very happy kitties — highly recommend!”
“Carole was great. Our Moosie has absolutely nothing to do with anyone but my husband and me. He hides from everyone. He could tell that Carole loves fur babies and especially felines. After the first visit, he came out and she was able to get many rubs in and pictures. Carole sent regular updates and Moose ate all of his meals and never skipped a beat. He probably wondered where the nice lady went to after we got home from our trip. Will book Carole again.”
Over 1,497 pet parents in Fairfax have booked cat sitting
Fairfax cat parents share their Rover experiences
Jessica is the best and clearly a cat person. My kitties were more than comfortable with her. Additionally, as I have an older cat, Jessica was more than comfortable following my detailed instructions. I definitely plan on using Jessica for help in the future!
Cindy took excellent care of our cat and our new kitten while we were away for our wedding weekend. At a time where we wanted to be completely present and in the moment, Cindy gave us the mental reassurance to not worry at all about how our cat babies were doing, and that’s the most important quality in a cat sitter. Could not recommend her services enough!
Regina was really great! She watched our two cats for a last minute trip and they did very well with her. We have one shy cat who takes longer to get used to people and he was out of hiding and being social on only her second visit! I do appreciate that she took notes during our introduction when I was showing her around our home & telling her what to do. It shows an extra level of care. And with that, she followed all instructions perfectly & sent many pictures. We would definitely use Regina again!
We have never left our 12 year old cat with a sitter before. During our trip Debrani visited our cat twice a day for two weeks.Debrani treated her as if she were her own, taking great care of her and giving her the affection that she needed. Debrani is truly a “cat whisperer”.
Kim did an excellent job taking care of our animals! She went above and beyond by coming over twice before we left just to make sure our dog was comfortable with her. She then sent pictures, gave us updates and offered to do an extra walk when she thought our dog could use it. Highly recommend! No drama, no issues, wonderful person!
Winnie is hands down the best cat sitter we’ve ever had! She genuinely cares about our cat, taking time to understand her personality and needs. We received daily updates with photos and videos, which gave us peace of mind while away. Our cat was relaxed and well cared for when we returned, and everything from playtime to litter box cleaning was handled with care. If you want someone who treats your pets like family, Winnie is the one! Highly recommend!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Fairfax is $23
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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 Dec 2025 was about $23 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 3,728 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, 88% of Fairfax cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Fairfax have an average of 13 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 3,728 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 87% 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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