Cat Sitting in Gainesville
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Top rated Gainesville cat sitters
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“My dogs are very afraid of new people. It’s very hard to get them outside but I know Lisa worked very hard at getting them to go out and do their business. She was very patient and gentle with them. We will use her services again.”
“Tid is our favorite Rover for taking care of our cat. She spoils him and makes it so much easier to be away from him. Her attention to detail is what makes her such a great caretaker for Mo.”
“Brenda took very good car me if our cats. She spent time with both of them. She gave our elderly cat his Insulin with no issues. We appreciate the care she provided for our fur babies.”
“Raima did a wonderful job watching our dog and cat! She is very communicative and always gave great detail of her visits! Our dog who is normally very stand-off and barky was immediately friendly with her and even our cat who doesn’t like anyone warmed up to her! We will definitely be using her again when we go on vacation!”
About: Ever since I was 8 I've been responsible for caring and training many pets and dogs of my own. I've dogsat for multiple neighbors all the way through college and after. I'm a huge dog lover and will go to great lengths to care for your pet. I’m a college film graduate working part time. I spend as much time as I can outside or surrounded by animals. I live with a malshi dog, cat and my husband’s rat terrier mix. I'm kind of a dog nerd so chances are I've already read up on your breeds specific qualities. I'm friendly and love to be active whether it's running on a hiking trail or playing catch in the yard with your furry friend. Let's get in touch and I'll try my best to help you in any way I can. Thank you for your time, CJ (: I’m currently working part time so I have plenty of time to play with your pups! I am available for boarding every day of the week except Sundays I have a large backyard and two friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your small - medium dog if needed
About: I've taken care of all types of dogs, cats and reptiles ect. for 11+ years. Making sure your animals are happy and well cared for while you are gone is my main priority! I also have a lot of experience with senior animal care. I am currently a stay at home mom, so I have plenty of time to take care of your animals during the week and weekends! I make sure your pets are always safe with me, I take care to pay attention to my surroundings when out and about with your pet. I make sure your animal always has their needs met no matter the circumstance.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs my whole life and also help take care of my mom’s cats, so I’m comfortable with different pets and their personalities. I’m patient, responsible, and truly love spending time with animals. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or just keeping them company! I’m currently working most nights during the week, but every morning I’m able to take care of all your pets needs! And when needed I can do after work as well! I care for pets in a safe and loving way. I live with my family and we have two dogs, so I’m very used to daily pet care. I always follow the owner’s instructions, keep pets comfortable, and make sure they get plenty of attention.
About: I’ve already been sitting and walking dogs independently but am ready to begin more professionally. References are available and I encourage you to reach out with any questions you might have! I am currently sitting and walking dogs full time. I live with family who are more than willing and able to let boarded dogs out regularly and I can always fit more dogs! I have a fully fenced yard that has withstood multiple escape artists and diggers. There are six people in the house, so it’s unlikely your pet will be alone for long. We also have two dogs. One 14yo rat terrier mix and a 3yo pit bull mix
“Bailey is hands down the best person ever to watch your dog. She is great with our big 65 pound Australian poodle and she is a natural around him. She was never late taking Romo out and it’s clear she is passionate about dogs. Definitely plan on booking her again in the future!”
“Millie recently had a few procedures done and Sierra rewrapped her wounds for us and even came back to check on her without requesting an additional charge. Sierra truly treats your pets like her own.”
“We have used Maya several times, she's great! We have an elderly cat that needs meds daily. It's so comforting to know when I'm not there I can rely on Maya to check on my old girl ♥️”
About: I am a friendly, trustworthy, and caring person. I have always loved animals and am looking to earn some extra money by helping care for your pets. I am a teacher so I have loads of availability over the summer months. I also plan to be available after school hours and weekends during the school year. Your pets and your home are yours and should be treated as such. I hope to provide the same care and love to what is yours and simply assist you in meeting a need. Thank you for the opportunity to love your pets!
“Alyssa is amazing!! She has great communication, letting me know when she’s arrived, takes pictures and keeps me updated. She’s flexible when plans change and my pup seems so happy :) will definitely be booking with her again!!”
“Alletta is an amazing pet sitter and really enjoys the pets (in our case, dogs). Our dogs completely bonded with her and were obviously happy to see her. Alletta also noticed a leak in our hose nozzle and turned the water off, so it would not continue to leak.”
Over 179 pet parents in Gainesville have booked cat sitting
Gainesville cat parents share their Rover experiences
Jordan was fabulous! She was able to administer oral calming medication to our cat during our absence which we have not been able to do and she sent great reports and pictures. She did everything we asked her to do. We plan to use her again if we need a pet sitter.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Gainesville is $25
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Sitters in Gainesville 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 Gainesville on Rover as of May 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 May 2026, there are 353 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, 91% 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 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 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 353 cat sitters in Gainesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Gainesville, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 93% 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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