Pet Sitting Irvine
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About: I had one Abyssinian and Ragdoll cat before, so I know how to take care of those cats. I will do everything that makes the cat comfortable and happy. I am available everyday after 3 pm. I can make special schedule based on your needs. I am flexible during weekends as well. Thank you I have everything needed to provide a safe and cozy environment for cats. I have things like cat litter, brushes, wet foods, cat toys, and air filters.
“Brooke was great! She accommodated a very last minute request and did a great job with the drop on visit! She sent pictures that confirmed Stuart appreciates her visit & had a fun time when she was with him! I look forward to using her again!!”
“Sophia is hands down the best cat sitter I’ve ever worked with. She truly understands feline behavior and knows how to handle cats with so much care and respect for their individual personalities. She followed all my instructions perfectly-and honestly, went above and beyond 100% of what I asked for. During an unexpected situation, she handled everything with great calm and expertise, while maintaining fast, clear, and reassuring communication with me. I felt completely at ease leaving my fur babies in her hands. I will be booking Sophia again for all my future pet sitting needs. Thank you so much, Sophia!”
“Irena did an excellent job caring for my cats! She was friendly, communicative, and left everything spotless. My cats are usually shy, but they took to her immediately, which says a lot. I felt completely comfortable trusting her with them and my home. I would absolutely book her again!”
“Sahba was reliable and took great care of my cats, he was communicative and made the whole experience stress free. It was clear my cats were comfortable and were happy to have him! He had no problem with accommodating their different feeding times and picky food preferences. I’d absolutely book him again whenever I need someone I can trust to take proper care of my lovely fuzzy creatures”
About: Each home and heart I care for receives genuine attention, mindful presence, and gentle respect. Your animals are treated as family with warmth, intuition and reliability you can feel. I am flexible Thursday-Sunday to give pets the attention and care they deserve. I provide gentle, reliable in home care so your animals can stay comfortable in their surroundings. Each visit is guided by patience, presence and genuine love for their well-being. I create trust and security by showing up with consistency and presence. Animal families sense that they are safe, loved and understood in my company. I nurture each animal as family, honoring their unique personalities, rhythms and needs with patience and compassion.
About: I’ve been caring for dogs for over 2 years and absolutely love spending time with them! I have a dog back home in Asia thats 12 years old, and I’ve also helped care for my roommate’s dog on many occasions. From feeding and walks to playtime and keeping them company, I’m comfortable handling a variety of situations and making sure each dog feels safe, happy, and loved. I’m a very active and energetic person, so if your dog loves to play, we’ll probably become best friends! Whether it’s playing fetch, going on walks, or simply running around together, I’ll happily match their energy (sometimes I joke that I become a dog too! 😄). For more relaxed or senior dogs, I’m just as happy to slow things down and give them gentle attention and companionship. I’m also comfortable cleaning up accidents, giving fresh food and water, administering basic care, and keeping your home clean and tidy. I’ll treat your dog like family and send plenty of photo updates, so you can enjoy your time away knowing they’re in good hands. I’m currently working part-time, so I’m just very bored when I don’t have work. Wish to have a pet to play with and take care of them to kill time. I believe pets are happiest and most comfortable in their own home, so I do my best to keep their routine as normal as possible while you’re away. I’ll carefully follow your instructions for feeding, walks, medications, playtime, and bedtime routines. I always respect my clients’ homes by keeping everything clean, secure, and organized. I’ll also send regular photo and video updates, so you can relax knowing your pet is happy and well cared for.
About: Pets and animals have been a huge part of my life since I was a child. Love them and I want to help you while you're out of the house. I work from home and can easily structure my professional day around your needs. I'd love to find a regular routine and build a relationship with you and your pet. Everything happens at your place, on your schedule. I follow your pet's set routine, lock up carefully, feed if requested, and send photos from every walk.
“W ended up having a sitter cancel during a stay and Victoria was more than willing to help us out with such late notice. She really cares for her clients and pets, and was so accommodating with timing for us. Victoria was great with Toby and he seemed very happy when we got home. We will definitely book her again!”
“Irene is fantastic. Very professional, communicates extremely well, and is great with our dog. Our pup is in a shy phase, and Irene has been extremely patient with her as they get to know each other. She knows how to properly establish a relationship with dogs. She always sends detailed reports, and makes sure our dog is comfortable and has her food and water taken care of. Looking forward to continuing on with Irene.”
“Randi was amazing. I met her on a shorter notice but she was very willing to help. I have a few cats who are a little more nervous around strangers, but when she entered my house, they all warmed up to her immediately. Not a common occurrence. She sent wonderful photos and updates throughout the trip. Would 100% hire again!”
About: I am a cat owner and I have personal experience caring for cats every day. I understand feeding routines, fresh water, litter box cleaning, and giving cats calm, gentle attention. I am patient, reliable, and careful with each pet’s needs. I mainly offer cat drop-in visits. I can help with feeding, fresh water, litter box cleaning, basic playtime, and checking on your cat’s condition. I understand that every cat has a different personality, so I will be gentle, patient, and respectful of their space. I understand how important it is to enter a client’s home respectfully and carefully. I will follow instructions closely, keep the space clean, make sure your cat has food and water, and pay attention to any unusual behavior or signs of stress.
“This was my first time using Novia, and she was terrific! She took great care of my little guy and provided wonderful updates at each visit. I’ll definitely use her again!”
“Rachael was able to create a fast friendship with our dog, who doesn't naturally "take" to everybody. She is throughly professional and clearly enjoys the company of dogs. Best of all, she put my mind at ease while away -- which is easier said than done.”
“Marcelle is kind, patient, punctual and a great communicator. She follows through with directions and provides thorough details at each visit. She has terrific skills with elder dogs and puppies. We are always pleased to have her return to our home to care for our dog when available.”
“Victoria was great! She took great care of our 3 cattos, she was on time, kept us informed, shared pictures with us, etc She understood our cats’ personalities and was able to connect with them accordingly. She was extremely helpful and supportive, we will definitely keep her in mind for future bookings.”
About: I have taken my daughter’s and friends dogs out for walks, I enjoy interacting with dogs have watched my daughter’s dog for overnight for few nights. I take walks couple times every day and I’m retired so enjoy interacting with animals. I have large backyard and enjoy gardening and nature. Play with them, feed them and take for long walk with them. Cuddle them. Talk to them I also have big backyard so if needed can care for them there
“Connie is seriously the best!!! She is so kind and patient. I can tell she has been doing this for a long time. I’m so happy we found Connie to dog sit on our puppy! I’ll definitely be using her again in the future!”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Irvine is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Irvine
This is our second time booking Amanda, and once again, our cat had an amazing time while we were out of town! She made sure to give him plenty of cuddles and playtime during every visit, and she always provided detailed Rover Cards with lots of photos and videos. Amanda is reliable, responsible, and such a sweetheart with our cat. We would absolutely book her again!
Miranda was great with taking care of our 6 year old cat. She was very communicative and sent us lots of photos of our baby during her visits. She played with her and gave us updates on how much she was eating. Our girl is shy and she warmed up to Miranda very quickly. We felt at ease knowing she was in great care while we were away. Thank you! 😻
Sophia is hands down the best cat sitter I’ve ever worked with. She truly understands feline behavior and knows how to handle cats with so much care and respect for their individual personalities. She followed all my instructions perfectly-and honestly, went above and beyond 100% of what I asked for. During an unexpected situation, she handled everything with great calm and expertise, while maintaining fast, clear, and reassuring communication with me. I felt completely at ease leaving my fur babies in her hands. I will be booking Sophia again for all my future pet sitting needs. Thank you so much, Sophia!
Irene was absolutely wonderful! This was our first time using Rover, and since my wife and I were traveling across the world, we were definitely a little nervous about leaving our two cats, Genesis and Kasos, at home. From our very first meet and greet to the last day, Irene was incredibly thoughtful, kind, and attentive. She sent us daily updates with pictures of the cats, which made such a difference. It honestly felt like we weren’t even away because we got to see Genesis and Kasos every day and know they were happy and well taken care of. After our initial meet and greet, Irene even offered to come back for another one because she could tell we were a little nervous. That meant so much to us! She spent time playing with the cats, brushing them, and giving them plenty of attention. We would highly recommend Irene to anyone looking for someone they can completely trust with their pets. She gave us so much peace of mind that we were able to truly enjoy our vacation knowing Genesis and Kasos were in great hands. We will absolutely be using Irene again! ❤️🐱🐱
Novia was absolutely amazing! This was my first trip away from my kittens and she was sending me so many cute pictures and videos! I felt so comfortable knowing she was there. She will definitely be the sitter I choose whenever I go out of town again. Highly recommend !
Emily was very sweet and attentive with our senior dog. From the initial meet & greet, we could tell she handles these bookings with great professionalism and attention to detail. Even though our dog can take a minute to come around to new people, she was super patient and made him feel comfortable. Would recommend!
Rachael is great. Stormi seems to like her and feel comfortable. Rachael was so quick to agree to a meet and greet before our scheduled check-ins and she made me feel super comfortable and confident that she would be able to take great care of my Stormi. I received updates and pictures which was soooo nice. She will definitely be my go to now 🫶🏼🙌🏼
This was the first time using Diana and she was fantastic! Symba took her really easily and her notes back with all the images was exactly what I needed to make sure my baby was OK while I travel home today. Thank you Diana for taking the last minute check in! Will be re-booking again soon.
Yichen looked after our cats with great attention and care. She provided very detailed notes on each drop-in that she completed. Our kitty cats were spoiled with their special treat sachets and extra goodies we left for them too. We look forward to having Yichen care for them again in the future.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Anastasia is incredibly caring, attentive, and observant. She's always aware of her surroundings and pays close attention to the little things, which is exactly what you want in someone caring for your pets. She has the energy to keep up with active dogs, whether that's going for walks, playing fetch, or even running with them, and the patience to make shy or anxious pets feel comfortable. She'll treat your pets with genuine love and care, just like they're her own.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Irvine on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 9,839 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Irvine. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Irvine stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Irvine. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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