Cat Sitting in Gainesville
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“We really appreciated Keriann dropping in to look after our cat while away for 2 weeks. She followed all care instructions and even helped us out by bringing in our mail so our box didn’t get full while we were out of town which was much appreciated. Would definitely use her again!”


“Laura was amazing with my 3 dogs. I have a great dane and two puppies. This was her first drop in and she did amazing. She paid attention to detail, everything was cleaned prior to me coming home. When I came back home the puppies didn't have any spurs on them which is one of my big issues. I have already booked with her again! Thanks so much!!”


“Madison did a great job taking care of my cat Libby! She is very dependable, trustworthy, kind, and knowledgeable. She went above and beyond to help during the hurricane and communicated well. I came home to a happy and healthy cat. Thanks Madison!”


“My puppy came back in better shape than I left her. More mature and regulated, as well as freshly bathed. We both learned from the experience, care, and respect we received from these extremely competent sitters!”


“Amy was so flexible in helping drop in and check on our two kitties while we were out of town! Our kitties are on special diets, and Amy was attentive to making sure they were fed appropriately. She also made sure to let us know how our fur babies were doing attitude wise during her daily check ins, which we really appreciated!!”



“Jacquelyn was an excellent sitter for us while we were away. She took great care of our cats, lizard and frogs. She left thoughtful notes after every visit and the cats seemed very happy to see her everyday. Thank you for your help!”

“Autumn was absolutely wonderful to my cats! She made them feel right at home. She provided lots of updates and pictures of them, which i really appreciated. Will definitely book her again.”


“Anya was amazing with our dog Freddie! She helped us out in a last minute pinch when we needed drop-in visits for the weekend. She came over to meet him beforehand and our dog trusted and felt comfortable with her instantly. She sent updates and photos through all of her visits and was very quick with communications. I definitely recommend her to take care of your fur babies!”


“Grace is such a great animal person. She connected with our shy senior cat Simon instantly, sending us great pics and reports about him daily. We could tell that Simon was enjoying her visits, acting affectionate and relaxed. I must admit that we worried about leaving Simon behind with a stranger, but Grace won us over with her diligence, great attitude, and trustworthiness. We finally found a perfect pet sitter for our little guy!”


“Brett did a fantastic job sitting for my cat Finch. Very reliable and responsive and gave wonderful updates (and pictures). Finch was clearly very happy to have him around. Would definitely book with Brett again!”


About: Over the years I have spent time learning how to administer medications whether it's orally, topical, or injections, while also learning to be patient, understand body language, and meeting animals where they are. I have more experience with cats than dogs, however I grew up with dogs in my family home and babysit my friends dogs for them all the time! I can walk, play, snuggle, love, and enjoy spending my days with your pup just as well as I can lounge, pet, play, and love your kitties too. :) I am part time in school online at the moment, so my schedule during the week is very flexible! Weekends are open as long as availability allows - I am open to mornings, afternoons, and evenings as needed. Though I cannot offer boarding in my own home or stay overnight in yours, I can tend to your animals at whatever time is best for them and for you! Just let me know what the routine is and I can be there.

“Emma was so nice and accommodating. Our sweet Bailey is very shy and we were surprised that she came out and was so comfortable when Emma came. Great sitter and looking forward to more worryfree trips knowing Bailey is in great care!”


“Thanks Van for a job well done! My cats and I appreciated having someone here to keep them company in our absence. Van was attentive and conscientious, sent adorable pictures and sweet daily updates, and left our home spotless. We returned to find our cats quite content and felt satisfied that they were well cared for. We will certainly hire Van again in the future.”


“I’m so happy we found Gladys and if we were staying in Florida after this booking we would 1000% have her watch our cats again. We had her do pop in visits for our two cats for two weeks while we were on vacation. She was amazing with communication and took photos of our girls every time she came so we could see them. Even our grumpy girl seemed to warm up to her by the end of our visits. We cannot thank her enough and highly recommended her!”


“Darby did a fantastic job with my cat while I was out of town! Darby was prompt/responsive and I loved getting updates of my girl while I was gone! Would definitely book with her again :)”

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Keriann L.Star Sitter

“We really appreciated Keriann dropping in to look after our cat while away for 2 weeks. She followed all care instructions and even helped us out by bringing in our mail so our box didn’t get full while we were out of town which was much appreciated. Would definitely use her again!”


Laura K.

“Laura was amazing with my 3 dogs. I have a great dane and two puppies. This was her first drop in and she did amazing. She paid attention to detail, everything was cleaned prior to me coming home. When I came back home the puppies didn't have any spurs on them which is one of my big issues. I have already booked with her again! Thanks so much!!”


Madison G.Star Sitter

“Madison did a great job taking care of my cat Libby! She is very dependable, trustworthy, kind, and knowledgeable. She went above and beyond to help during the hurricane and communicated well. I came home to a happy and healthy cat. Thanks Madison!”


Cole B.Star Sitter

“Cole was great at taking care of our kitten while we were away. Even though he was scared, Cole made sure to stay there with him and let him know someone was around”


Alexander & Josephine J.Star Sitter

“My puppy came back in better shape than I left her. More mature and regulated, as well as freshly bathed. We both learned from the experience, care, and respect we received from these extremely competent sitters!”


Amy S.

“Amy was so flexible in helping drop in and check on our two kitties while we were out of town! Our kitties are on special diets, and Amy was attentive to making sure they were fed appropriately. She also made sure to let us know how our fur babies were doing attitude wise during her daily check ins, which we really appreciated!!”




Jacquelyn C.
“Jacquelyn was an excellent sitter for us while we were away. She took great care of our cats, lizard and frogs. She left thoughtful notes after every visit and the cats seemed very happy to see her everyday. Thank you for your help!”


Autumn P.
Star Sitter


“Autumn was absolutely wonderful to my cats! She made them feel right at home. She provided lots of updates and pictures of them, which i really appreciated. Will definitely book her again.”


Anya B.

“Anya was amazing with our dog Freddie! She helped us out in a last minute pinch when we needed drop-in visits for the weekend. She came over to meet him beforehand and our dog trusted and felt comfortable with her instantly. She sent updates and photos through all of her visits and was very quick with communications. I definitely recommend her to take care of your fur babies!”


Grace M.Star Sitter

“Grace is such a great animal person. She connected with our shy senior cat Simon instantly, sending us great pics and reports about him daily. We could tell that Simon was enjoying her visits, acting affectionate and relaxed. I must admit that we worried about leaving Simon behind with a stranger, but Grace won us over with her diligence, great attitude, and trustworthiness. We finally found a perfect pet sitter for our little guy!”


Brett K.

“Brett did a fantastic job sitting for my cat Finch. Very reliable and responsive and gave wonderful updates (and pictures). Finch was clearly very happy to have him around. Would definitely book with Brett again!”


Francesca H.
“Francesca has a genuine love for animals and it is clear in every interaction. She will go above and beyond to ensure every animal feels safe, loved, and happy. Francesca is responsible, attentive, and incredibly intuitive when it comes to animals’ needs. She treats every pet as if it were her own, and I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for someone they can truly trust.”


Emma W.

“Emma was so nice and accommodating. Our sweet Bailey is very shy and we were surprised that she came out and was so comfortable when Emma came. Great sitter and looking forward to more worryfree trips knowing Bailey is in great care!”


Van K.
Star Sitter


“Thanks Van for a job well done! My cats and I appreciated having someone here to keep them company in our absence. Van was attentive and conscientious, sent adorable pictures and sweet daily updates, and left our home spotless. We returned to find our cats quite content and felt satisfied that they were well cared for. We will certainly hire Van again in the future.”


Gladys M.Star Sitter

“I’m so happy we found Gladys and if we were staying in Florida after this booking we would 1000% have her watch our cats again. We had her do pop in visits for our two cats for two weeks while we were on vacation. She was amazing with communication and took photos of our girls every time she came so we could see them. Even our grumpy girl seemed to warm up to her by the end of our visits. We cannot thank her enough and highly recommended her!”


Katie M.

“Katie was extremely helpful in making sure my cat and axolotl were cared for while we were gone!”


Gabriella G.

“Gaby was great! Very communicative and took good care of our cat and plants. 😃”


Darby E.

“Darby did a fantastic job with my cat while I was out of town! Darby was prompt/responsive and I loved getting updates of my girl while I was gone! Would definitely book with her again :)”


Makayla G.Star Sitter

“Makayla was awesome! She is super sweet and my cats loved her. I feel very happy knowing my cats are left in good hands”


Claudia G.Star Sitter

“Claudia is amazing! She sent me lots of pictures with updates—and she was able to pick up my cat’s personality! Couldn't have asked for a better experience!”
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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 Gainesville on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 176 cat sitters in Gainesville. 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 Gainesville cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Gainesville have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Gainesville.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Gainesville 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 176 cat sitters in Gainesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Gainesville, 98% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% 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.
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.
