Cat Sitting Kensington
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“Amber is so communicative and reliable - I know I can trust her to be there for my kitties when I'm away. She has been amazingly responsive to my cats, making sure she connects with them and gives them the attention they need each day. Amber is a fabulous kitty sitter!”
“Beatrice is the best. She has been helping us with my two cats when we are not around. She spends a lot of time with my cats and my cats love her. She sends good photos and always communicate in time and responses very fast. Thanks again!”
“Kylie did an amazing job with my cats! She showed up at consistent times, provided thorough updates and pictures, and was very thoughtful and responsive throughout. I would definitely hire her again!”
“Alix was a great sitter for our two cats! I could tell when I got home they were happy, not out of their element, and had been given lots of love while we were gone! Alix also had great communication and kept us updated the whole time we were gone! Thank you!😸”
“One word: AWESOME! Vivian was an amazing caretaker not only for our cat Luna, but for our backyard chickens too! Each visit we received a bunch of photos of both Luna and our chickens and Vi also came over before our scheduled visit to go over all our instructions. Would DEFINITELY book again!”
About: Throughout my life, I have never gone a year without living with a dog. I've learned that our canine friends are more patient and forgiving than many people I have run into, and I've learned how to show that same compassion towards them. Spend the time and you can form an unforgettable relationship! I live in El Cerrito near the BART, so I can get around the area fairly quickly! If you are living in a more complex area or farther away, no problem! I have my own vehicle for hard to reach areas. I have a very flexible schedule that allows for almost all hours and days for your convenience! I'm no stranger to unique personalities and specialized care, treatment, and introduction to new pets and realize that each pet has a different way of building trust and accepting care. I am someone who loves to ask questions and make confirm I have all the details and your needs understood and met. Do you prefer if I visit and visually see how you like your pets to be cared for? I would happily oblige to make sure your pet gets the care they need and deserve. I will never take action without first contacting you.
About: Hi! My name is Vivi and I love dogs. (Actually, I love all animals!) I grew up with family dogs and adopted my own last year (she's a complete sweetie). I also have a cat, a bearded dragon, and fish. I worked in a local dog daycare and hotel for over three years and loved it! Now that I'm in a graduate program, I couldn't keep up the hours but missed the dogs. My favorite part of that job was walking the dogs and now I'd love to walk your dog. I really enjoy connecting with each dog, getting to know their personalities, taking care of them, and giving them the attention, stimulation, and fun that comes from being together and enjoying the day. I am currently working on my clinical hours for my degree and am busy Monday and Wednesday after noons 1-5pm and Thursdays at the same time and at 7am-10am every other week. Any other time is all good for me! When I take care of a pet, I care for them in any ways that they might need. I have had experiences with reactive dogs, dogs with specific medical needs, young dogs who are practicing training still, and senior dogs. I want to do what is most comfortable for the dog and am super happy to accommodate for any needs that they have when caring for them! I have experience reading and reacting to cat and dog body language and know when my presence is invited by them and when they might need more space. It's important to look for the animals consent and comfort when working with and taking care of them so they can remain as happy and stress free as possible!
About: Lifelong animal lover and shelter volunteer! I have cared for cats and dogs of all kinds but have spent a lot of time specifically with senior animals that need medications and special care. I also have experience with reactive dogs as I have owned one in the past and understand how much work and patience that takes! I will align with your pet's needs and care for them like they're my own! -- My parents got me and my sister a dog when I was only 12 years old. His name was Cookie and he was a Shih Tzu and Lhasa Apso mix. Cookie lived to be 18 years old! He only passed away a few years ago and lived a very long and happy life but with his old age, he developed dementia and other ailments that required medications and ointments. I learned so much from having a senior dog and after he passed, I wanted to continue spending time with senior animals and hopefully give them a little more love and happy moments in their last few years. That's how I ended up volunteering at Muttville, a senior dog rescue in San Francisco. My role was to take these grandma and grandpa dogs for walks, give them cuddles and help keep their space clean. As an adult I've had 2 additional dogs-- a Boxer/Pit mix (Muggs) and a Staffy/Shepard mix (Riker). Muggs was an angel and barely needed any training but my second dog, Riker, came with a lot of trauma and reactivity. I did a ton of research to learn how to handle all the anxiety and stress that this poor dog was experiencing. A plastic bag moving in the wind would set him off! After years of training and exposure therapy and anxiety medication, Riker has calmed quite a bit and I'm very proud of the work we did together! Unfortunately, my bigger dogs have also passed. I wish big dogs had the same life expectancy as smaller dogs. Recently, I found out about a housesitting site that would allow me to travel while housesitting for families with pets. I work as a recruiter in tech which gives me a ton of flexibility to work from anywhere. I have housesat for several homes now all over the US and I'm excited to continue my housesitting adventures through Rover as I navigate a career change. My schedule is wide open for your pets! I'm usually an early riser so for any housesitting opportunities, I can match your pet's feeding and walking schedule. I'm used to having a pet so my schedule is very much dictated by the animals I'm watching. I can be flexible so please reach out and I'm happy to accommodate! I have experience with all sorts of animal behaviors. I've had dogs who like to eat rocks, dogs who think everyone and everything is an enemy, dogs who need eye drops every few hours, cats who refuse to leave my lap, and cats who need days to adjust to your presence. I'll align myself to whatever the animal needs in order to feel cared for and safe. I'll also likely ask a lot of questions to understand your pet's needs beforehand.
“Maria came through for us and took care of Raylan when we needed. She even adjusted her schedule to fit some changes we needed and was easy to communicate with. We loved all the pictures and reports she provided. We will definitely book her again.”
“Thank you Sunny and Keiki for taking time and attention to care for our home and our cat. Great communication, especially with all the special circumstances with the City's road work. I came home to a happy cat; and a very tidy house! Thank you again!”
“Sara does an amazing job watching my anxious boy! I worry whenever I need to leave him for a work trip, etc., but Sara's quick communication and attention to detail makes me feel so much better 🥰”
About: I work for a professional dog service that's been open 10+ years with a private dog park. I'm looking for extra work other then working at the dog park. I also do two dog pack walks after the park with the dogs that cannot go to the due to a variety of issues including aggression and/or anxiety. Whenever there is an issue I am the go to for these dogs who love me with all their heart and I in return. Currently work from 9am-2:30pm Monday through Thursday and Friday 9am-12pm as a dog handler so I am available for afternoon/evenings. I am also free on the weekends. I have a three bedroom house with a large backyard with tall wooden fences and a chain link fence to access it. Two bedrooms are unoccupied so I have plenty of space available and also live near point Isabel.
“I chose Rebecca to look after my new 6-month old three-legged kitten. Based upon her profile and our meet & greet, I felt I could count on her to take good care of my precious little guy. Rebecca is an excellent communicator and detail oriented. My kitty was happy and well cared for when I returned. I will be reaching out to Rebecca next time I have to leave my little guy at home.”
“Yailin was a great catsitter! She was communicative and sent updates throughout the day. She fed Memo treats and made sure to follow all the instructions. We came home to a happy and calm cat. Would definitely book with her again. Thank you!”
“We were so grateful for Matt and Bella to come kitty/house sit when we needed someone two days out of leaving fire our trip. One of our fur babies needs a lot of attention and Matt and Bella accepted our request with a very short notice. They picked up the phone and we WhatsApp to meet them, since we wouldn't be able to meet face to face, as they were not in town. Matt sent photos each day with updates and photos, which we appreciated. We highly recommend Matt and Bella. They were kind to our kitties and kept an eye on things at the house. We will definitely have them again. Thank you Rover for the excellent referral. Andrea”
“Marjorye has been taking care of kiddos for about a year now and she’s our go-to person. She keeps us updated and at easy while we’re away. We truly appreciate her communicative style and always schedule with her if possible. For as long as we use Roover, we’ll always schedule with Marjorye. Thank you so much for help, Marjorye.”
About: Hello, thank you for taking a look at my profile! I am a writer and long-time dog walker and pet sitter. While I have many years of experience with all kinds of animals (including my own pets, livestock, and injured wildlife), dogs and cats are always my favorite to be around. I'm a runner and avid hiker so am always up for being out and about with your dog. As a writer, I also spend a lot of time at home and love having animal companions while I work. Since I have experience working with injured wildlife, I am very comfortable with medication and other needs. If you think I might be a good fit for you and your pets, please send me a message. I look forward to hearing from you! I work mostly from home, which means I'm available for snuggles and pets throughout the day and can go on morning, afternoon, and evening walks. Whether I'm in your home or out on a walk, I will give your pet lots of love, attention, and affection. I will always be vigilant about their safety, well-being, and happiness.
“Josephine takes excellent care of our kitty, leaves everything as clean or cleaner than before, is extremely responsive and flexible. And she sends great pictures of the cat playing and having a good time!”
About: My partner Travis and I truly enjoy caring for animals and homes. We have experience with many types of pets including Labradors, Cockapoos, Bichon Frise, Pit Bulls, mixed-breed dogs, cats, and birds. We also travel with our own cat Sophie, so we understand how important patience, routine, and love are when caring for pets. We enjoy walking dogs, playing with them, feeding them, keeping their routines consistent, and making sure they feel safe and comfortable while their owners are away. We also respect and care for each home as if it were our own. In addition to pets, we also have experience caring for houseplants, making sure they are watered and healthy. We understand that pets, plants, and homes are part of people's families and we treat them with the same care and respect. Our schedule is flexible and allows us to give pets plenty of attention. We enjoy spending time at home, going on walks, and keeping pets company throughout the day. Because we work flexible hours, we can maintain your pet’s normal routine, including walks, feeding schedules, playtime, and companionship. We are also available for weekends and extended stays when needed. Safety and trust are very important to us when caring for pets. We always follow the owner's instructions carefully to keep pets comfortable and maintain their normal routine. We make sure pets are supervised, fed properly, exercised, and kept in a calm and safe environment. When staying in a client’s home, we respect the space, keep everything clean and secure, and treat the home as if it were our own. We are also happy to send regular updates and photos so owners feel reassured that their pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.
The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Kensington is $31
Cat parents share their Rover experiences - Kensington
Harriet was great with our 2 cats! We've never left them alone with a pet sitter before, so I was pretty nervous about the whole thing, but they seemed to really warm up to her! I also really appreciated the photo updates. She was also very communicative through the whole process, which was great. She also didn't seem to balk at the probably over-the-top notes I left, haha.
Tammy takes such excellent care of our cats, this is the most recent of many many sits. She is sensitive to the cats' individual needs and personalities, and gives them a lot of great play time. Tammy is also skilled and resourceful, and noticed our feeder batteries were low and changed them, and goes above and beyond with taking care of litter, etc. Thanks so much Tammy for taking care of our beloved cats and giving us peace of mind on vacation
This is our second time booking Sara and this time for 2 weeks to look after our cat. I highly recommend her! She’s trustworthy, communicative, proactive and goes above and beyond. She brought our mail in, let us know right away when there was an issue with our cat’s AirTag and helped fix it, and was very flexible with our schedule changes. Sara sent photos and updates every day and I came home to a happy kitty.
Crystal was again, wonderful with my cat. She is so level headed, reliable, and caring. The challenge this time was an ant invasion around the cat food. Crystal cleaned up the mess (voluntarily), innovated a very effective way to keep them away from the feeder that involved water—no poison. I also appreciate that she went to the store and picked up additional food when there was not enough. She took great photos on each visit, which made it clear that he was in excellent hands. Everything perfect when we got home. Crystal’s capable care made this part of being away from home stress free.
Huck was our cat sitter during our long summer weekend trip. Our cats had special medication and food needs and Huck was very attentive and caring. He communicated regularly and provided photos to us to show what the kitties were up to. When we came home, the house was clean and the cats were healthy and well fed. I would hire Huck again as he did a great job on this pet sitting job and he was really dependable.
Kyla was professional, courteous, dependable, and took excellent care of my cat,Baxter. She provided a great sense of comfort and peace of mind for me to leave my cat under her care for five days. Twice a day, I received pictures showing me that Baxter was being well cared for. All my directions for his care, including medication, meals, litter box and treats were followed to the letter.For future care of my pet, there would be no hesitation on my part to entrust Baxter‘s care with Kyla. Thank you💕
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The average cost for Cat Sitting in Kensington 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 Cat 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 Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 5,870 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Kensington. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.
House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, 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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Kensington. On Rover:
- 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% 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.
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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