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“Leyna took care of my 2 cats while I was away on vacation, and she did a great job! She sent many photos, took care of their food/water/litter, played and gave treats, and left the house clean and tidy. Will definitely have back!”


“Carmen did a great job caring for our cats over the Christmas holiday. She responded quickly to our booking and was available to come by and meet them on relatively short notice. The cats took to her immediately and we knew we were leaving them in good hands. Carmen sent many photos each day of the three of them playing together. Highly recommended!”


“Angela was great with our cat Onyx! She was very nice to chat with during our meet at greet assuring me he would be well cared for during her check ins! We were very happy with the pictures and communication while we were away and will for sure be using her again in the future!”


“We couldn't be happier with the care our two kitties received! Nathan went above and beyond to follow their special feeding and litter routine, ensuring they were comfortable and well taken care of while we were away. It's always nerve-wracking leaving pets behind, but we felt completely at ease with the regular updates and photos. Our girls looked happy and relaxed, and it was clear they were in great hands. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a caring, responsible, and attentive pet sitter!”


“Jen is an extremely responsible and responsive! She helped care for our 14 yr old cat Cooper while we were away for our wedding and not once did we question whether our fur baby was in good hands! Cooper has a bit of a more complicated feeding / medication schedule, and Jen was more than accommodating to ensuring coop got his meds on time! We loved all the pictures and thorough updates while we were gone — very thankful for Jen’s help in caring for our fur baby while we were gone! I definitely recommend Jen and absolutely plan to use her services in the future 🙂”


“Abby’s services are great! I used her for a 30 minute check in and asked her to play with my dog but he wasn’t in a playful mood so she walked him instead! She’s keen on listening to the needs of my dog. Will absolutely keep using her for drop ins and walks!”


“Morgan is fantastic, gave clear updates on our little beast, and immediately connected with our occasionally difficult senior cat. Next time we travel, Morgan will be the first person we contact for pet care.”


“Shannon took the time to understand both of our cats and their needs, including medication administration for one of our cats, and provided excellent updates!!”


“Abbie did a wonderful job checking in on our cat and two Guinea pigs while we were on vacation. Her communication was exceptional and she even re-potted a plant that our cat knocked over while we were gone! Highly recommend!”


“Emma was great! She was very responsive and understanding about our and our cat's needs. She clearly prioritized and enjoyed playing with our cat. She also sent us lots of pictures and updates while we were gone, so we didn't have to worry about anything. Highly recommend her!”


“Kathryn dropped in for a week to visit or two cats. The cats had so much fun with her and warmed up to her very quickly. We had less to worry about during our trip, knowing that Kathryn would take very good care of them. Thanks so much!”


“Grace did a great job looking after my cat when she was recovering from surgery!”


About: I am interested in short walks up to 30 minutes. I love dogs and would like to stay in my neighborhood. Thank you so much. I work w special needs adults during the week and would like to do something with my time off! Brief walks on the weekends and some evenings would be great. I don't have pets myself but grew up with dogs. My son has a cat, Biscuit, who I absolutely adore. Fortunately they live only a few miles away so I am able to see Biscuit regularly. My son texts me pics of her all the time!🥰 I adore animals and consider myself a responsible caregiver. I would love to do brief walks w dogs in my neighborhood. Thank you very much.

“Isabella is the best! She is the only person who is able to successfully give my cat her meds and is very patient with her. She is very responsive and detailed in her visit summaries as well.”


“My cats were happy and well taken care of! Even my skiddish kitty would come out for pets. Thank you !!”


“Great service!! Above n beyond 🐈🐈⬛”


“Page checked in on my cat while I was away for the holidays. Not only did I receive the most heart-warming photos, Page also was kind enough to bring packages inside that had been delivered after I left. Page is very easy to communicate with and is thoughtful as well. Highly recommend!”


“Lauren did a great job with the cats. She is clearly an animal lover and made sure both cats were safe and eating well. I felt very comfortable leaving them in her hands, as she let me know how they were at each visit. It gave us great piece of mind on our vacation knowing that Lauren was taking care of them.”


“Julie was fantastic and our cats clearly enjoyed having her come by for a visit! We needed someone who could provide insulin injections for our diabetic cat while checking on and feeding our other two cats. It was a treat to see all the pictures Julie took of our cats being adorable and clearly seeking her attention! Haha! We're looking forward to hiring Julie again for our next overnight stay!”


“We have just started using Melissa and we are extremely pleased. She started on short notice when I was stuck for someone while working in the fire station. Via Ring cam she displayed everything you could ever want in a dog sitter/walker! We will be using her in the regular!”

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Leyna C.Star Sitter

“Leyna took care of my 2 cats while I was away on vacation, and she did a great job! She sent many photos, took care of their food/water/litter, played and gave treats, and left the house clean and tidy. Will definitely have back!”


Carmen R.Star Sitter

“Carmen did a great job caring for our cats over the Christmas holiday. She responded quickly to our booking and was available to come by and meet them on relatively short notice. The cats took to her immediately and we knew we were leaving them in good hands. Carmen sent many photos each day of the three of them playing together. Highly recommended!”


Angela R.

“Angela was great with our cat Onyx! She was very nice to chat with during our meet at greet assuring me he would be well cared for during her check ins! We were very happy with the pictures and communication while we were away and will for sure be using her again in the future!”


Nathan C.Star Sitter

“We couldn't be happier with the care our two kitties received! Nathan went above and beyond to follow their special feeding and litter routine, ensuring they were comfortable and well taken care of while we were away. It's always nerve-wracking leaving pets behind, but we felt completely at ease with the regular updates and photos. Our girls looked happy and relaxed, and it was clear they were in great hands. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a caring, responsible, and attentive pet sitter!”


Jennifer B.

“Jen is an extremely responsible and responsive! She helped care for our 14 yr old cat Cooper while we were away for our wedding and not once did we question whether our fur baby was in good hands! Cooper has a bit of a more complicated feeding / medication schedule, and Jen was more than accommodating to ensuring coop got his meds on time! We loved all the pictures and thorough updates while we were gone — very thankful for Jen’s help in caring for our fur baby while we were gone! I definitely recommend Jen and absolutely plan to use her services in the future 🙂”


Abigail V.Star Sitter

“Abby’s services are great! I used her for a 30 minute check in and asked her to play with my dog but he wasn’t in a playful mood so she walked him instead! She’s keen on listening to the needs of my dog. Will absolutely keep using her for drop ins and walks!”


Morgan C.

“Morgan is fantastic, gave clear updates on our little beast, and immediately connected with our occasionally difficult senior cat. Next time we travel, Morgan will be the first person we contact for pet care.”


Shannon S.
Star Sitter


“Shannon took the time to understand both of our cats and their needs, including medication administration for one of our cats, and provided excellent updates!!”


Abbie S.

“Abbie did a wonderful job checking in on our cat and two Guinea pigs while we were on vacation. Her communication was exceptional and she even re-potted a plant that our cat knocked over while we were gone! Highly recommend!”


Emma B.Star Sitter

“Emma was great! She was very responsive and understanding about our and our cat's needs. She clearly prioritized and enjoyed playing with our cat. She also sent us lots of pictures and updates while we were gone, so we didn't have to worry about anything. Highly recommend her!”


Kathryn R.


“Kathryn dropped in for a week to visit or two cats. The cats had so much fun with her and warmed up to her very quickly. We had less to worry about during our trip, knowing that Kathryn would take very good care of them. Thanks so much!”


Grace N.

“Grace did a great job looking after my cat when she was recovering from surgery!”


Susan O.
“I would absolutely recommend Susan to anyone looking for a caring person to walk their dog or check in on their cats at home. Susan has always taken the time to make sure all of our fur babies needs were met! She makes it easy to go away knowing our kitty will be in good hands! 10/10!”


Isabella C.Star Sitter

“Isabella is the best! She is the only person who is able to successfully give my cat her meds and is very patient with her. She is very responsive and detailed in her visit summaries as well.”


Debbee C.Star Sitter

“My cats were happy and well taken care of! Even my skiddish kitty would come out for pets. Thank you !!”


Kristin C.

“Great service!! Above n beyond 🐈🐈⬛”


Page L.

“Page checked in on my cat while I was away for the holidays. Not only did I receive the most heart-warming photos, Page also was kind enough to bring packages inside that had been delivered after I left. Page is very easy to communicate with and is thoughtful as well. Highly recommend!”


Lauren D.

“Lauren did a great job with the cats. She is clearly an animal lover and made sure both cats were safe and eating well. I felt very comfortable leaving them in her hands, as she let me know how they were at each visit. It gave us great piece of mind on our vacation knowing that Lauren was taking care of them.”


Julie A.

“Julie was fantastic and our cats clearly enjoyed having her come by for a visit! We needed someone who could provide insulin injections for our diabetic cat while checking on and feeding our other two cats. It was a treat to see all the pictures Julie took of our cats being adorable and clearly seeking her attention! Haha! We're looking forward to hiring Julie again for our next overnight stay!”


Melissa F.

“We have just started using Melissa and we are extremely pleased. She started on short notice when I was stuck for someone while working in the fire station. Via Ring cam she displayed everything you could ever want in a dog sitter/walker! We will be using her in the regular!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Melrose on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 2,148 cat sitters in Melrose. 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 Melrose cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Melrose have an average of 13 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 Melrose.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Melrose 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 2,148 cat sitters in Melrose on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Melrose, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
