Cat Sitting in Manhattan
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Top rated Manhattan cat sitters
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“Talya is amazing! We were so happy that she was available again for our next trip. She does a great job taking care of our cat and we would highly recommend her to anyone!”
“bridget was amazing!!! my cat gets so sad and shy when we leave, but really opened up by the end and we came home to a super happy girl and clean apt!”
“Elise was so great with my cat Sebastian! He’s a little shy and she was very gentle and kind with him, and he warmed up to her at the end. She also took care of everything that I asked, and gave very helpful updates (and adjusted updates as I requested as well). Thank you Elise!!”
“Elizabeth was wonderful, my cat absolutely loved her. She was so attentive to all directions and so detailed with her updates I loved getting them and could tell he was so happy with her while I was gone. Will definitely be using her again!”
“Tatyana took care of our cats while we were gone. We were super happy with her service last time, and she was great again this time. She's very responsive, communicative, and meticulous. We will definitely seek her help again with our future travels.”
“Martina was absolutely incredible with my two kitties! She paid attention to the little details about how they like to play, being cuddled, etc. and made them feel so comfortable! I loved receiving her photos and videos at the end of every session because they were so well taken and I could tell that my cats were having so much fun. I would absolutely have Martina look after my cats again and highly recommend her!”
“I have used Roman multiple times and he is amazing! I feel very comforted knowing he is there to check in on my kitties. He is very communicative and sends daily pictures. The cats are always very relaxed and happy when I got home, they love Roman!”
“Rosanna is amazing! My cat is pretty temperamental and selective with who he likes but it’s clear that Rosanna has a lot of experience dealing with that. She puts a lot of care into the work she does— would highly recommend!”
“Leta was amazing! She kindly made time to come and meet with us &Tokyo before and took care of him in such a short notice. She was great with communication and very responsible. Tokyo was so happy with her ✨ Highly recommended!”
“Kaila is great! She is very communicative and kind. She took many cute photos of my beloved kitty. You will feel very comfortable leaving your fur babies in her care.”
“Eileen was great at communicating and left a thorough update with lots of images. She gave me peace of mind that my kitty is taken care of while I’m away! Would definitely have her watch June again!”
“Zian is communicative, compassionate, and trustworthy. He keeps me up to date on how my kitty is doing, asks all the right questions, basically leaves me worry-free!!”
“Birger was SO amazing with Rose and so attentive and responsive. He took such amazing care of her and she was in the best mood when I got home. It's clear she got lots of cuddles and scritches as she was in such a sweet and happy mood when I got home. Birger provided me amazing updates and lots of cute pictures to tide me over while I was gone. Thank you, Birger!!”
“Haziza was amazing and so sweet with my Persian cat! He looked fantastic when I arrived home and even fluffier than I left him due to her grooming every day. Very trustworthy and I would highly recommend!”
“Yaisa is the first catsitter from Rower that I hosted at my place. She was amazing, very communicative and reliant. She stayed at my house for 4 nights to look after my “spicy” cat. She cleaned after my cat’s not so unexpected littering, sent photos twice daily. She left a calm cat and a spotless house for me. Ponchita loved her. We will sure have Yaisa again at our house:)”
“Tracy has cared for my cat, Tony several times now. She is absolutely phenomenal- I wouldn’t trust him with anyone else while I am away. Tony can be a bit wary of people, but Tracy never judges him, and lets him come to her on his own terms. As a result, my normally shy boy even gave her kisses this past visit!! Tracy is the best sitter, and we will continue to use her for care for Tony when I am out of town. I highly, highly recommend Tracy to care for your fur baby.”
Manhattan cat parents share their Rover experiences
Liam is an absolute professional and a lifesaver! He watched our two cats, Loki and Kiwi, for two weeks while we were away in India, and we felt completely at ease the entire time. He was incredibly reliable, punctual, and followed every instruction to the letter, which gave us huge peace of mind while we were halfway across the world. It is clear that Liam truly cares about animals; he didn't just "check in," but took the time to ensure they were happy and comfortable. We came home to two very relaxed, well-cared-for cats, and we will definitely be booking Liam again for our future travels. If you are looking for a trustworthy and attentive sitter on Rover, look no further!
Nicole is a one in a million pet care provider! She provided detailed updates and went above and beyond to make my anxious guy as comfortable as possible. I would highly recommend her to anyone, but particularly for those animals needing extra patience and comfort.
Candice was absolutely amazing! She watched after our two cats for five days. They are usually pretty skittish, but Candice made friends with them in no time. They got plenty of attention and playtime. I will definitely be reaching out to her for help again next time.
Yu was an amazing sitter! She was so kind, attentive, and easy to communicate. She also responded super quickly on short notice and was incredibly accommodating with my last-minute request, which I really appreciated. My cat warmed up quickly thanks to her gentle care and playful energy. It was clear she truly loves animals and made sure everything was comfortable and stress free. I would absolutely book with her again — highly recommend! 🐾💛
Emily was a great sitter for my cat! My cat is very shy, and she was able to coax her out! Emily took good care of my cat. She helped check on my cat’s litter box gadgets, and went above and beyond to notice and refill my cat’s water fountain when it was running low. She was also very communicative and flexible with some scheduling needs on my end. Would highly recommend her and I will be booking with her again the next time I am out of town!
Lauren was amazing and showed our little kitten so much love and affection. Koshka loves her and has definitely made a friend. We had quite a lot of info for Lauren as Koshka had some medicines and diet specifics but it was no problem and Lauren made sure she got everything she needed. Would absolutely book Lauren again! In fact Koshka insists we do!
Xueying did an amazing job watching Oliver. She was very gentle and reliable. She also communicated so well. My cat can be a bit fearful and unfriendly to strangers, and she took her time with him and didn’t give up which I really appreciated. I will definitely be using Xueying in the future again for cat care!
Emma was incredible! It’s very clear she's a true animal lover – my shy cats immediately warmed up to her and clearly looked forward to her visits. She seemed to know exactly what to do. She also left really informative reports that left me feeling at ease. Her positive attitude and warm energy were always appreciated, and paired with her great communication, it made things so easy. I’m so glad I found her, she took such great care of my cats and apartment!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Manhattan is $25
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Sitters in Manhattan average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Manhattan on Rover as of Feb 2026 was about $25 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 Feb 2026, there are 7,062 cat sitters in Manhattan. 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, 85% of Manhattan cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Manhattan have an average of 13 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 Manhattan.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Manhattan 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 7,062 cat sitters in Manhattan on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Manhattan, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 86% 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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