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“Shawna provided great care for my cats and is so great to work with. Even one of my shy cats came out to play when she came by. I appreciated the daily updates and photos as well.”
“We had Kati watch our cat for a week while we went on vacation and she made us feel so comfortable doing so. She took great care of our pet and even went out of her way to clean up messes our cat made and took in our garbage cans. We will definitely use her again!”
“As always, Amanda was great! She takes the best pictures of our babies and writes the sweetest, most playful notes. Even though it’s always heart wrenching to leave them, I know they’re taken care of with Amanda ❤️”
“Doug is amazing. We had just lost one of our cats and was worried about the transition of our other cat. Doug was so patient and kind and gave her lots of attention to help ease the transition while we couldn't be there. He was very communicative and let us know what was going on. I felt our cat was in the greatest of hands.”
About: New to Rover, not new to pet sitting! I have been pet sitting since the early 2000s, starting by taking care of my neighbors, friends, and families pets as a first job. Now, it’s something that brings me great joy outside of my day job. I work remote, so I’m fully available to check in & help with your fur babies 7 days a week at any time. During my spare time, I volunteer at a cat sanctuary that specializes in re-socializing abused cats. This has given me experience in proper medication administration, baths, and behavioral rehabilitation. I’m a pet owner myself & know how stressful it can be to leave your fur babies at home with a stranger. Let me help so you can stress less! I work full-time, permanently remote with a flexible job & hours. I’m available mornings, afternoons, and evenings whether it be for spontaneous trips or weekly scheduled visits. Pet care not only fits into my day to day life & job, but it’s what brings me joy! Safety & trust are my top priorities myself. Having two pets of my own at home, I understand the stress of having someone new visit your animals. Let’s chat about your expectations & needs per pet before visits begin. I promise to follow your rules to a T to ensure all steps are followed & everyone is safe.
“Sam is absolutely amazing!!! She went above and beyond caring for our little guy. We highly recommend booking her services. We’ve already booked for our next trip and I’m definitely not worried about my pet being home alone with Sam completing her daily visits with him. Thank you for everything.”
“Christina did a wonderful job taking care of our cat Ginger while we were out of town for a week. We especially appreciated her detailed and humorous updates each day. Highly recommended!”
About: I've worked for a dog walking company, wrangled ferrets, and outsmarted wily cats. With nearly a decade of pet sitting experience I'm ready for just about anything your furry friend can throw at me. I'm adept at problem solving and can meet your pet where they need me to be. I have experience administering medication and coaxing the anxious and stubborn out of their shells. I am free most days in the morning and the afternoon if you need a walker quickly. My schedule is flexible and I am willing to work with clients to meet their needs. I will follow any instructions clients give for how much freedom they want their pets to have. I usually like to keep them in sight or in an enclosed area like a fenced in yard when not out on a walk. I like playing and keeping them entertained or sitting quietly together if they're tired. It mostly depends on the energy levels and temperament of each individual.
“Valerie is the best! We needed someone to look after our rabbit for the weekend and she was a huge help! She was a fast responder and provided us with pictures of the little guy each day so we wouldn't miss him too much. She was even nice enough to bring in our packages for us!!! Highly recommend Valerie.”
About: I am a retired high school educator, artist, outdoor enthusiast, and animal lover. I am a five-star walker and a very reliable and compassionate caregiver for your pet. I often feel we are kindred spirits and I am totally intrigued by their individual personalities. I have cared for dogs both personally or professionally for most of my life and willingly care for your pet and their individual needs. Whether it be exploring adventure, padding the neighborhood (walking or running), gifting belly rubs, or providing hydration & nutrition, your pet’s needs will be personalized while in my care with much love and affection. In the future, I hope to rehabilitate dogs and work with their family members to provide a safe space filled with discipline, affection, and a true sense of belonging. You can depend on me and trust that your pet will feel cherished and loved while in my care. Since retiring from teaching, my hours of 1:1 attention have expanded. I am now available to give full weekday hours to your pet in addition to my time during weekends. While caring for pets in parks and neighborhoods, I keep them on a leash during all walks and runs. If we are lounging in the yard I provide the dog an opportunity to relax on a lead while I am outdoors with them. For owners who allow their dogs to visit Lakewood Dog Park’s expansive exercise area, I monitor those dogs while they run and play off leash under my constant supervision. While indoors, I follow the rules that my pet owners prefer whether it be cuddling on furniture and slumbering in bed with me or crating them within their cozy caves with their favorite snuggle toy. I do everything I can to mirror the eating, playing, and napping comfort with the same positive experiences your pet receives in your living home while throwing in a little extra spoiling 🐶❤️🐶
About: Hi! I'm a lifelong animal lover with a Bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences and hands-on experience caring for pets in both shelter and clinical settings. I started my journey working at a local animal shelter, where I cared for dogs and cats of all breeds and temperaments. Now, I work at an animal hospital, where I spend my days caring for boarded cats and dogs. I’m comfortable administering medications and handling special feeding protocols. I also understand that not every pet is easygoing, and that’s okay! I’m comfortable working with pets who may be reactive, anxious, or need a little extra patience and care to feel safe and secure. I work from 7:45 AM to 1:30 PM most days and 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Fridays, so I’m available for pet sitting, walks, and visits outside of those hours. Weekend hours may change depending on my work schedule for the week. Feel free to reach out, and I’ll do my best to accommodate your pet care needs! When caring for your pets in your home, I’ll follow any instructions you provide for feeding, medication, and exercise to ensure they’re getting the care they’re accustomed to. Whether it’s a daily walk, playtime, or snuggles on the couch, I make sure to create a comfortable and safe environment for your pet. I’m also always mindful of the spaces I am in and am more than happy to clean up any messes made! If there are any special needs or behavioral concerns, I’m happy to work with them to ensure your pet feels comfortable and cared for while you're away.
“Deidre is an awesome cat sitter. Our kitty Edison ("MiMi") was hiding from her during first few visits. We were thinking Edison and Deidre might never meet face to face during the 10-day drop-in visits. They ran into each other on day 4, but still kept some distance. The next day they became best friends. 😍 Thank you, Deidre for taking good care of MiMi!”
About: I have experienced with dogs I love pets and I have four dogs I love walking and I love playing with dogs love being around them. I play sports so I would like more of morning jobs or if I don’t have soccer I know I can work and walk dogs in the morning or night I have a big back yard to have the dogs playing around I also have 4 friendly dogs who love to play and very friendly
“We thought WE were cat whisperers until Hailey took care of our two Siberians over a ten day vacation... also staying overnight at our home. From day one to our return Hailey communicated with us consistently, providing updates videos and photos. We came home to two happy, healthy kitties. Would highly recommend her to anyone as long as they don't conflict with our vacations! LOL”
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Shawna T.Star Sitter
“Shawna provided great care for my cats and is so great to work with. Even one of my shy cats came out to play when she came by. I appreciated the daily updates and photos as well.”
Kati C.
Star Sitter
“We had Kati watch our cat for a week while we went on vacation and she made us feel so comfortable doing so. She took great care of our pet and even went out of her way to clean up messes our cat made and took in our garbage cans. We will definitely use her again!”
Amanda R.Star Sitter
“As always, Amanda was great! She takes the best pictures of our babies and writes the sweetest, most playful notes. Even though it’s always heart wrenching to leave them, I know they’re taken care of with Amanda ❤️”
Chris R.Star Sitter
“Chris was just wonderful! He gave my cat kiwi her insulin shot and visited with my other kitties. i would definitely recommend him!”
Doug G.Star Sitter
“Doug is amazing. We had just lost one of our cats and was worried about the transition of our other cat. Doug was so patient and kind and gave her lots of attention to help ease the transition while we couldn't be there. He was very communicative and let us know what was going on. I felt our cat was in the greatest of hands.”
Michelle K.
“Michelle is an incredibly responsible, caring, organized, and intuitive animal lover. She loves her own pets more than anyone I know and is dependable and trustworthy. I would 100/10 recommend her!”
Sam N.Star Sitter
“Sam is absolutely amazing!!! She went above and beyond caring for our little guy. We highly recommend booking her services. We’ve already booked for our next trip and I’m definitely not worried about my pet being home alone with Sam completing her daily visits with him. Thank you for everything.”
Becca S.
“Becca took great care of our senior cat, including administering daily medication.”
Craig H.
“Outstanding, affable guy. Will book again.”
Mallory S.
“My cats always hide. Mallory is so great that one actually came out to investigate. She took care of them and even watered my plants. I will happily work with her again.”
Christina H.Star Sitter
“Christina did a wonderful job taking care of our cat Ginger while we were out of town for a week. We especially appreciated her detailed and humorous updates each day. Highly recommended!”
Sarah M.
About: I've worked for a dog walking company, wrangled ferrets, and outsmarted wily cats. With nearly a decade of pet sitting experience I'm ready for just about anything your furry friend can throw at me. I'm adept at problem solving and can meet your pet where they need me to be. I have experience administering medication and coaxing the anxious and stubborn out of their shells. I am free most days in the morning and the afternoon if you need a walker quickly. My schedule is flexible and I am willing to work with clients to meet their needs. I will follow any instructions clients give for how much freedom they want their pets to have. I usually like to keep them in sight or in an enclosed area like a fenced in yard when not out on a walk. I like playing and keeping them entertained or sitting quietly together if they're tired. It mostly depends on the energy levels and temperament of each individual.
Valerie S.
“Valerie is the best! We needed someone to look after our rabbit for the weekend and she was a huge help! She was a fast responder and provided us with pictures of the little guy each day so we wouldn't miss him too much. She was even nice enough to bring in our packages for us!!! Highly recommend Valerie.”
Michele Z.
“I would highly recommend Michele Zimmerman as a dog sitter. She's on of the most responsible, diligent, caring individuals I know. I've known Michele for 25 years and during this time I've used her to stay with my pets while on vacation and also as a dog walker. I've always felt comfortable with her being in my home and taking wonderful care of my pets who are a loving part of my family!!”
McKenzie E.
“McKenzie is literally one of the few people I would trust with my fur-animals. She is one of the most caring, patient, trustworthy and responsible people.”
Marisa C.
“Marisa was awesome! She sent tons of pictures and brought my cat treats, which he absolutely loved. She honestly might be his new favorite person now!”
Deidre G.Star Sitter
“Deidre is an awesome cat sitter. Our kitty Edison ("MiMi") was hiding from her during first few visits. We were thinking Edison and Deidre might never meet face to face during the 10-day drop-in visits. They ran into each other on day 4, but still kept some distance. The next day they became best friends. 😍 Thank you, Deidre for taking good care of MiMi!”
Oscar H.
“Oscar Hernandez, takes care of the dogs from home walks them gives them a bath when they need one always makes sure they have food and water and that they feel safe”
Hannah W.
“Hannah did great with our 2 cats. She was able to administer SubQ fluids to our cat with Kidney disease. They were well fed and in good hands.”
Hailey A. H.
“We thought WE were cat whisperers until Hailey took care of our two Siberians over a ten day vacation... also staying overnight at our home. From day one to our return Hailey communicated with us consistently, providing updates videos and photos. We came home to two happy, healthy kitties. Would highly recommend her to anyone as long as they don't conflict with our vacations! LOL”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ivanhoe on Rover as of Aug 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 Aug 2025, there are 754 cat sitters in Ivanhoe. 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, 86% of Ivanhoe cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ivanhoe have an average of 17 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 Ivanhoe.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ivanhoe 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 754 cat sitters in Ivanhoe on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ivanhoe, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
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