Cat Sitting in Johannesburg
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About: Hi, I'm Meghan! a lifelong animal lover that you can count on. Caring for animals has always been a big part of my life. I've grown up with a variety of animals including: dogs (both big and small), cats (both outgoing and timid), as well as even the smallest of pets (like hamsters, bunnies, snakes, fish, and lizards) and I truly believe our pets are family. While most of my experience comes from caring for my own animals, I'm attentive, patient, and committed to following any and all instructions to keep your pet safe and happy while you're away. This includes any specific routines, medications, or favorite toys. I'll make sure everything runs smoothly just the way they like it. Whether you need someone to drop in, go for a walk, or provide overnight care, I'd love to help. I understand how much trust it takes to leave your pets with someone new and I promise to treat them like my own. I'm comfortable with all types of personalities and would welcome a meet-and-greet to learn more about your needs! I work part-time over the summer but I still have availability for early mornings, afternoons, evenings drop-ins/walks and overnights on most days depending on location. Your pets comfort and safety come first - especially in their own home. I take great care to follow any and all instructions closely so your pet can stick to their normal routine like feeding schedules, potty breaks, medications or playtime.

“Andrew is awesome- do not hesitate to hire him! This was my first experience with Rover, and Andrew made sure everything went smoothly. It was so nice to be able to leave my cat in her own space while I was out of town, and although she can be skittish around new people, Andrew won her over, and I could tell she was well taken care of. Andrew is sweet, respectful, reliable, and clearly great with pets. Thanks, Andrew!”


“Chloe took care of my elderly cat for a week while I was out of town. He had a bit of a health scare, which I shared with Chloe prior to confirming the booking, and this didn’t deter her from accepting the job. She was willing to administer meds if needed and followed my (probably overkill) instructions without hesitation. Thanks, Chloe!”


About: Hi! My name is Marissa and I am 25 years old. I am an ambitious, adventurous, vivacious individual. I am currently in my second year of college at Mott Community College working toward my Associate's in Psychology, so that I may then transfer to the University of Michigan to achieve my Bachelor's. Once achieving my Bachelor's, I would like to work as a counselor for a few years before going back to school for my Master's so that I may eventually become a bereavement therapist and open a private practice. I am currently a member of the Psychology Society at Mott and I was selected to join the Mott Community College's chapter of The National Society of Leadership and Success. I have been taking care of dogs of various breeds since I was old enough to take care of myself, having owned numerous amounts of dogs for about 20 years. Neighbors, friends, family, and a few Rover clients have relied on me to walk, feed, bathe, and spend time with their pets for the past 5 years -- possibly longer. I am not certified yet, but I intend to take a CPR & First Aid course for dogs as soon as possible -- hopefully, I never have to use it. But it would bring me peace of mind knowing that if there were ever a situation with my dog or someone else's dog, I'd know what to do. I intend to take a pet grooming course as I would be able to offer more grooming services. And lastly, I also intend to take a dog obedience/training course so that I may offer training services as well. Being a full-time student takes up the majority of my time, thus I am looking to start up cleaning, dog walking/dog-sitting, and babysitting/nannying businesses so that I may keep a steady income for the next few years. I am taking all of my classes online and will eventually switch to going on-campus for my classes, but that will most likely be in a few years when I am attending U of M -- which would require me to move out of the Northern Michigan area. As a member of the Psychology Society and the NSLS, I may occasionally need to travel for a couple of days to Flint for an event -- especially considering I may apply for and take on one of the positions in the Psychology Society. With that being said, I would prefer to have a decent amount of time to prepare and set a date on my calendar for any services I will be providing for you. I will also make sure to keep my availability up-to-date. I would also appreciate cancellations to be in advance as well, but I do understand that life happens. In clients' homes, I will take your fur baby/babies to any nearby parks and/or long walks on any trails. I offer grooming services such as bathing, ear cleaning, and hair brushing. I request that if I am in your home, you leave me a list of my responsibilities. I do not mind caring for young puppies that are still in the process of potty training. I just request that you let me know exactly what cleaning supplies you would like me to use to clean up any messes if he/she has an accident -- preferably this won't happen as I will be around and will have the time necessary to avoid accidents inside. Currently, I am not offering boarding or doggy daycare services because my dog does not get along well with other dogs. But I do plan to start offering those services again in the future... I have a decent-sized yard, but it is not fenced in. I have a leash hooked up outside to easily let your dog/dogs out for potty breaks if the weather is too bad for a walk. I have two full baskets filled with toys from bark box to play with and I try to stay stocked up on treats from the Three Dog Bakery! You can bring your treats as well if you give your dog a specific brand of treats. I have no problem with dogs getting on my furniture, but I do also have an extremely comfortable Serta dog bed if you have taught them to stay off of furniture. If your dog is puppy pad trained rather than trained to go potty outside, then I would need you to provide the pads as I do not have any. I am also okay with boarding/dog-sitting a puppy in my home once I am offering those services again as well, even if he/she is still in the process of potty training. I just request that you provide a kennel or crate in case I need to leave my home for anything. I would not leave the puppy attended for longer than an hour and a half.

About: I have had pets and cared for pets my entire life I have spent majority of my adult life in animal welfare such as vet clinics, rescues, boarding and daycare facilities. I have experience caring for animals of all ages and sizes such as cats, dogs, reptiles, rodents, birds, and some live stock. I also have experience with medications, behavioral issues, age and other restrictions. I currently in the off season of my job and I have a very flexible schedule at this moment in time. I can also take last minute bookings. Your pet will have any thing he or she will possibly desire with me. I’m an active person and love to go out for walks but also like a good snuggle on the couch.

About: I have experience with a wide variety of ages as well as a wide variety of species of animals. I have cured for everything from newborn baby kittens, and baby puppies, monitoring their growth and bottlefeeding them to senior dogs, administering medication and giving love to all animals . I am always up at 6 AM and I usually go to bed around 11 PM. I work in admissions at a coametology school, however I have a flexible schedule! Once booked, I would like to go over a schedule to make sure that your needs are fully met with your pet. Making sure that your hearts are content with me caring for your pet.
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Meghan D.
“Meghan is one of the most patient, empathetic, and animal-loving people I know. She has looked after my pets with the kind of care and warmth that immediately puts both my animals and us at ease. Meghan treats every creature she takes care of as if it were her own, whether she's walking, pet-sitting, or just keeping them company. Her calm manner and genuine passion for animals make her someone that, whether its a shy dog or a high strung puppy, makes them feel safe and comfortable. I completely trust her and she's the type of person you'd want to look after your precious furry family.”


Andrew V.

“Andrew is awesome- do not hesitate to hire him! This was my first experience with Rover, and Andrew made sure everything went smoothly. It was so nice to be able to leave my cat in her own space while I was out of town, and although she can be skittish around new people, Andrew won her over, and I could tell she was well taken care of. Andrew is sweet, respectful, reliable, and clearly great with pets. Thanks, Andrew!”


Stephanie & Scott L.

“Stephanie and Scott are super easy to work with, very kind, and very thorough. I highly recommend working with them. Your animals will be well cared for.”


Chloe G.

“Chloe took care of my elderly cat for a week while I was out of town. He had a bit of a health scare, which I shared with Chloe prior to confirming the booking, and this didn’t deter her from accepting the job. She was willing to administer meds if needed and followed my (probably overkill) instructions without hesitation. Thanks, Chloe!”


Taylor R.

“Taylor was easy to work with and took great care of our two cats when we were away! Appreciated all the updates from her while we were gone!”


Randy R.

“Randy did a great job with my cats. He checked in every day, sent pictures so I could see everything was good.”


Tanya F.

“Tanya did a wonderful job! Very communicative and followed all instructions for my pet. Thank you so much! Highly recommend and will definitely use again.”


Marissa P.
“She is a very nice and friendly young lady. Shes watched my stubborn dogs a few times and they love her. Best sitter we've had in a long time”


Heather R.
“Heather is the only one I trust to watch my dogs! I have high drive, working line shepherds that can be a little overwhelming and dramatic and Heather has handled them with such confidence and patience. I am a very anxious dog mom but know my pups are in very good hands with her!”


Brittany L.
“Brittany was my go to pet sitter for my animals for a long time. She was flexible with scheduling, and always so loving toward my animals!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Johannesburg on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $28 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 6 cat sitters in Johannesburg. 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, cat sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing cat sitters available in Johannesburg.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Johannesburg 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 6 cat sitters in Johannesburg on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific 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.
