Cat Sitting in Melbourne
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1. Sasha R.
“Thanks for helping us out with the dogs while we were at the game! Allowed us to really enjoy it and not worry about rushing back. Much appreciated.”
2. Angie M.
“Angie did a great job taking care of my two kitties they were both relaxed, healthy, and happy when I returned. I highly recommend her... she spent a good amount of time each visit not only feeding and cleaning up but also holding and petting them. I am booking her again for my next trip this coming February.”
3. Sasha L.
“Sasha watched my 2 cats in my house while I was out of town. She was very professional and prompt with communication and sent photos every day. My cats are very wary of new people and she made an effort to interact with them on a level they were comfortable with. I will be thinking of Sasha in the future when I need someone to take care of my cats.”
4. Amy D.
“Amy is wonderful pet sitter. She is very responsible and punctual. Amy asked a lot of details about my cat and how to care about him. It was very easy to communicate with her - she sent a report about each visit (with photos) and responded promptly and in detail. I recommend her as a pet sitter.”
5. Katie U.
“Katie does a great job communicating with us throughout the process - all the way from booking to after her visit with our dogs have ended. She is very accommodating and helpful, and we truly appreciated being able to trust her with our two furry family members! It helped make our stays away from home much less stressful!”
6. Elena H.
“So grateful for Elena! She came through last minute and ended up having to help one of our pups with pooping out a rope toy ? I’m so thankful for her helping out our girl and taking such good care of our babes! Will definitely ask for Elena again in the future!”
7. Donna G.
“Donna has a strong love for animals, especially dogs. She's had a couple of her own dogs and treated them well. She's tusting as well.”
8. Talia M.
“Talia was great and pleasant to meet. She was on time and reliable and took great pictures of the dogs. We will try to work with her again in the future!”
9. Jolene S.
“Our Buddy loves going to Jody's place, whether it's for a day or several. It's a natural setting for the dogs to stay and play and Jody takes excellent care of our pet. Highly recommended!”
10. Kylee S.
“Kylee has strong attention to detail with dogs. She has a gentle touch and a solid foundation in canine obedience. Kylee is not someone who just wants to hang out with your dog, she wants to ENRICH them while in her care. Kylee is not just a "dog lover", she is a dog "person"”
11. Desirae J.
“Desirae is a very smart, kind, loving, and very passionate about animals. She is currently enrolled at Ellsworth Community College, studying to become a Veterinarian. Desirae loves spending time with animals. Your pet would be in excellent care with Desirae. Desirae loves to be outside, walking, playing, with your pet would be a bonus for her.”
12. Kaylee M.
“Kaylee has been our dedicated in-home dog sitter for the past two years. Our 3 Pomeranians absolutely adore her! One of our dogs is 12 years old and has a medical condition that requires medication daily, and Kaylee has been diligent about making sure she has her daily meds and is comfortable. We have gone on several long trips, and I can't express how much stress it takes away to know my dogs are safe with Kaylee, and I know she treats them with the utmost love and care. She is the best and I will forever shout her praises for her outstanding pet care!”
13. Emma M.
“Emma is a responsible and loving dog mom, to her own dog, Luma. As a pet caregiver, she will treat your fur baby as well as her own. You can count on Emma to go above and beyond, to give your pet all of the attention and care that they need.”
14. Caitlyn B.
“I can’t say enough good things about Caitlyn! I work a lot and sometimes have very long workdays if I have to do a double shift. Caitlyn always makes sure that my three dogs are happy and content. I have three dogs, two German shepherds and a Great Pyrenees. They can be a lot for people to handle sometimes but Caitlyn has done fantastic! I’d highly recommend for anyone else who wants their own pets taken care of like family!!”
15. Nicole & Matthew B.
“They had great communication!!!!”
16. Lauren G.
“Lauren loves animals and is very good with them. She has taken care of our German Shepherd and our Teddy Bear dog on numerous occasions. I fully trust her to care for my pets (and my kid, on occasion). I have no reservations about recommending Lauren for your pet sitting needs.”
17. Jessica C.
“Jessica was great she gave awesome updates and had my dog who is terrified of everything warming up to her. I’d highly recommend!”
18. Natalie T.
About: I grew up around a variety of animals. From pigs to cows. Sheep, goats, rabbits, hamsters, dogs, cats, fish, and more. I’ve seen and cared for so many animals growing up with a farm in the country and living in suburbs during school time! I know animals are too good for humans. Therefore I will do anything I can to always care and help animals in need. I can confidently say your animals is in safe hands :) As a college student, tending for my animals is a big responsibility. Feeding and maintaining the happiness of my pets is a great joy in my life. It is just a task that comes with caring for any animals. It is always worth the responsibility. Having two cats in my home allows for me to clean the litter box, provide food daily, take my cats for time outside, and to provide them with endless petting sessions. A clean environment ensures the pets happiness and well being.
19. Maria K.
“Maria has a strong love for animals and years of experience with cats, dogs, guinea pigs and hamsters. Maria is kind, responsible, dependable and trustworthy. Her experience working at both a doggy daycare and volunteering at the Iowa City animal shelter for a year each solidified her skills. She also has solid experience house training both a kitten and puppy with excellent results. Maria can read the room, kennel, or cat tree and take excellent care of your pet. I wouldn't think twice about leaving my beloved pet with Maria. Have and will again!”
20. Makayla F.
“I appreciate how Makayla is kind and attentive to animals. She shows responsibility with all that is involved in taking care of animals. I am grateful that I have Makayla to take care of our animals.”
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Cat Sitting FAQs
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Melbourne on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $15 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 Mar 2025, there are 9 cat sitters in Melbourne. 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 Melbourne.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Melbourne 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 9 cat sitters in Melbourne 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.
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