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Top rated Lakeland cat sitters
“Ruth is beyond amazing! She is absolutely a pleasure to work with, reliable, commited, and just a lovely sitter in general. She's great at communicating as well! We have booked with Ruth on multiple occasions and she is our go to, when we need our kitty to be sitted. She ensures to get everything right and has developed a great relationship with our cat, neither he nor we have ever been disappointed with her! She's the best :)”
“She was so kind to take on this last minute weekend visit and gave our kitties such thoughtful, individualized attention! So grateful to book with Sia again and grateful for her.”
“Thank you so much!! Bella hates the rain so I’m not surprised she wasn’t too interested. I forgot to leave her raincoat out, she’s a little more agreeable with that on but I really appreciate everything yall did”
“Yan is an amazing cat sitter! I was really worried my about leaving my cat for two weeks but Yan kept me updated and made sure my baby was well cared for and had enough playtime! It was great to see the photos and read the personal updates for each visit. 10/10 Recommend booking with Yan!!!”
“We love Kylee! (So do our kitties) she’s really flexible and accommodating. She does a great job bonding and taking care of our babies. We feel safe going out of town when she is our sitter, definitely recommend her.”
“Jennifer is the best!!!! My cats were treated so well that I didn't see any difference in their behavior after our extended departure. They were relaxed when we arrived and I could see right away that they really liked the care Jennifer gave them. Jennifer was very helpful and available. She helped us out when our trip out of the country was extended by 2 weeks. I had peace of mind knowing my cats were in good hands. Everything was clean when I arrived and my cats had missed us, but I could see that they were relaxed and well fed. seraphin, my most shy cat, was super comfortable with her, and that's a great proof of the quality of the bond Jennifer knows how to build with animals. Thank you :-)”
“Excellent!!! Mikayla did such an amazing job caring for our big boy Luke. She was on time and extremely professional. She sent us a detailed Rover card and great pictures. We’ll book her again next week and beyond!”
About: Hi my name is Rachelle! I’ve walked and watched most dogs since I was seventeen my love for dogs and animals are my passion. I’ve had animals such as goats, dogs, ducks you name it since I was little! I can’t wait to meet you and your fur babies! I have a year and a half German shepherd who has very high energy so we spend most of our time in the yard playing fetch and going on walks My German shepherd requires a lot of walks and running through out the day it makes for a very fun day especially to see her so happy! I make sure everything is ok while I am walking them, make sure I have plenty of water with me and it’s not too hot for them
About: We're a couple who love animals of all shapes and sizes, especially cats and dogs! We have experience traveling around the U.S. as pet sitters, Megs currently works at SPCA Florida (an animal welfare nonprofit), and we have five incredible rescue cats of our own. We have experience with dogs of all ages, breeds, sizes, and temperaments. We also are comfortable caring for cats with a variety of needs and set-ups. We truly just love animals and want the best for each and every one! Megs currently works part-time and LJ has a flexible work-from-home job, which leaves us plenty of room for snuggles and walks and any other kind of pet care! We prioritize the health and well-being of our own cats at home, ensuring they have an enriching environment, high-quality food, a consistent schedule, plenty of attention, and as much play and exercise as they could want. We would love being a part of doing the same for your pets whether that's through drop-in visits or walks!
“Bridget took such great care of our 15 year old cat while we were out of town. We highly recommend her for anyone in need of a sitter - we’ll definitely be reaching out to her every time we do!”
“ashley was awesome! i was nervous getting a sitter for our cats but she communicated everything very clearly and came ahead of time to meet them. i loved seeing pictures of the cats while i was away and she even got my very shy cat to come out for play and brushing! thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of them. if i ever need sitter again i would certainly book ashley!”
About: I’m the biggest pet lover I know! I frequently dog-sit and cat-sit for friends and neighbors. Throughout my life, I've had six dogs, two of whom now live with my parents. All of them have enjoyed wonderful lives! One of my special skills is out-energizing dogs during their walks. I love taking them around the lake and enjoying my neighborhood! I often visit my neighbors to check on their pets, change the kitty litter, or just spend time with them—especially when they go on vacation. I also feed and walk my friend's pets. See I create a detailed list of needs and wants for the pets, all discussed with the pet owner to ensure that I understand what is required for their care. I also like to get to know both the owner and the pet before providing care. This allows me to ask questions and gather the necessary information to properly care for the pet.
About: I have taken care of pets since I was young, as well as growing up with my own bunch. I frequently take care of dogs when needed! I am able to stay overnight and take care of pets as well as frequently stopping in throughout my day to day and checking in on them! I make sure to keep track of the pets and make them feel as comfortable as possible while missing their owners! I make sure to play and cuddle as much as I can.
About: My name is Kat and I’ve been taking care of pets since I was around 10. I care for all animals small and large and I have two dogs and a cat of my own! I am a college student wanting to spend more time with animals as I’m away from my own fur babies. I am free on most weekends and every Tuesday and Thursday. I love being around animals especially that I’m in college and away from my own animals. I have always been a firm believer to let pets approach you first. I know there are many gentle giants out there and I don’t want to scare anyone’s fur baby! I have been a sitter for animals that are crate trained and not, so it’s up to the owners preference and the animals needs.
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Ruth M.
Star Sitter
“Ruth is beyond amazing! She is absolutely a pleasure to work with, reliable, commited, and just a lovely sitter in general. She's great at communicating as well! We have booked with Ruth on multiple occasions and she is our go to, when we need our kitty to be sitted. She ensures to get everything right and has developed a great relationship with our cat, neither he nor we have ever been disappointed with her! She's the best :)”
Sia M.Star Sitter
“She was so kind to take on this last minute weekend visit and gave our kitties such thoughtful, individualized attention! So grateful to book with Sia again and grateful for her.”
April R.
“April is fantastic. She spends time with my fur babies and gives them lots of affection. You can tell she truly cares about animals.”
Danieris & Julian S.
“Thank you so much!! Bella hates the rain so I’m not surprised she wasn’t too interested. I forgot to leave her raincoat out, she’s a little more agreeable with that on but I really appreciate everything yall did”
yan y.
“Yan is an amazing cat sitter! I was really worried my about leaving my cat for two weeks but Yan kept me updated and made sure my baby was well cared for and had enough playtime! It was great to see the photos and read the personal updates for each visit. 10/10 Recommend booking with Yan!!!”
Kylee E.
“We love Kylee! (So do our kitties) she’s really flexible and accommodating. She does a great job bonding and taking care of our babies. We feel safe going out of town when she is our sitter, definitely recommend her.”
Cassidy W.
“We are so grateful and satisfied with Cassidy .She took care of our cat very well and we found everything in good order. Thank you Cass! We'll see you next time.”
Yaritza R.
“Amazing care for my dog’s, treated them as her own and spent additional time with them to ensure they played, ate and got cuddles.”
Jennifer S.
“Jennifer is the best!!!! My cats were treated so well that I didn't see any difference in their behavior after our extended departure. They were relaxed when we arrived and I could see right away that they really liked the care Jennifer gave them. Jennifer was very helpful and available. She helped us out when our trip out of the country was extended by 2 weeks. I had peace of mind knowing my cats were in good hands. Everything was clean when I arrived and my cats had missed us, but I could see that they were relaxed and well fed. seraphin, my most shy cat, was super comfortable with her, and that's a great proof of the quality of the bond Jennifer knows how to build with animals. Thank you :-)”
Carly B.
“Thank you for taking care of Kupah.”
Mikayla B.
“Excellent!!! Mikayla did such an amazing job caring for our big boy Luke. She was on time and extremely professional. She sent us a detailed Rover card and great pictures. We’ll book her again next week and beyond!”
Kathryn Lynn P.Star Sitter
“Kathryn took excellent care of our very shy house cat! She sent photos of the check-ins and I definitely recommend her!”
Rachelle S.
“Shelly is a hard worker. She has been around animals for as long as I have known her and taken exceptional care of them. She is reliable and trustworthy. She would take great care of any animals!”
Alison N.
“Alison took such great care of our cats & kittens! She sent lots of updates and photos. Thank you Alison!! Looking forward to using you in the future.”
Megan & Lily P.
About: We're a couple who love animals of all shapes and sizes, especially cats and dogs! We have experience traveling around the U.S. as pet sitters, Megs currently works at SPCA Florida (an animal welfare nonprofit), and we have five incredible rescue cats of our own. We have experience with dogs of all ages, breeds, sizes, and temperaments. We also are comfortable caring for cats with a variety of needs and set-ups. We truly just love animals and want the best for each and every one! Megs currently works part-time and LJ has a flexible work-from-home job, which leaves us plenty of room for snuggles and walks and any other kind of pet care! We prioritize the health and well-being of our own cats at home, ensuring they have an enriching environment, high-quality food, a consistent schedule, plenty of attention, and as much play and exercise as they could want. We would love being a part of doing the same for your pets whether that's through drop-in visits or walks!
Bridget L.
“Bridget took such great care of our 15 year old cat while we were out of town. We highly recommend her for anyone in need of a sitter - we’ll definitely be reaching out to her every time we do!”
Ashley I.
“ashley was awesome! i was nervous getting a sitter for our cats but she communicated everything very clearly and came ahead of time to meet them. i loved seeing pictures of the cats while i was away and she even got my very shy cat to come out for play and brushing! thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of them. if i ever need sitter again i would certainly book ashley!”
Samuel J.
“Samuel is not only an excellent dog sitter but a responsible and reliable house sitter for our family. Our poodle Delphine loves him and gets so excited when Sam babysits. He is communicative and caring and I couldn’t think of a better person to trust with our doggy daughter.”
Izabella R.
About: I have taken care of pets since I was young, as well as growing up with my own bunch. I frequently take care of dogs when needed! I am able to stay overnight and take care of pets as well as frequently stopping in throughout my day to day and checking in on them! I make sure to keep track of the pets and make them feel as comfortable as possible while missing their owners! I make sure to play and cuddle as much as I can.
Kathryn W.
About: My name is Kat and I’ve been taking care of pets since I was around 10. I care for all animals small and large and I have two dogs and a cat of my own! I am a college student wanting to spend more time with animals as I’m away from my own fur babies. I am free on most weekends and every Tuesday and Thursday. I love being around animals especially that I’m in college and away from my own animals. I have always been a firm believer to let pets approach you first. I know there are many gentle giants out there and I don’t want to scare anyone’s fur baby! I have been a sitter for animals that are crate trained and not, so it’s up to the owners preference and the animals needs.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Lakeland on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 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 513 cat sitters in Lakeland. 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, 95% of Lakeland cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Lakeland have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Lakeland.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Lakeland 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 513 cat sitters in Lakeland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Lakeland, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% 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.
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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