Cat Sitting in Melrose
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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!”
About: I have owned dogs and other small animals (guinea pig, hamsters, lizard, fish, and snails (the snails were honestly one of my favorites)) for my entire life. I have also taken care of dogs and cats for friends and family for years. I have experience with large and small dogs, and reactive dogs that aren’t good with other pets or people. I have a very flexible schedule and can be available any time during the week, including during the work day. I am happy to work around your needs and schedule! I have experience dealing with dogs who are very particular about their routines and preferences, so I am happy to follow any instructions provided to make sure your pet feels as comfortable as possible! For additional peace of mind, I am also privately insured, to cover situations that fall outside of the Rover Guarantee.
“Morgan was so flexible with my schedule. Tigger had a bit of a cold so I kept changing when I was coming home and Morgan could not have been more accommodating! He kept me updated on her sniffles and made sure she was content until I got back. Thank you!!”
“Angela is AMAZING! I reached out to Angela about taking care of my two cats so I could vacation for a week and she put my mind completely at ease so I could really enjoy myself. She was so good with my boys and didn't take it personally at all when one of them was a bit nervous at first. She was punctual, had fantastic communication, took initiative to ensure safety on her own when I forgot to leave her with certain instructions, and after just a few visits the boys were crazy about her. I'm so happy I can now say I have an official sitter!”
“Abbie continues to be a reliable and caring pet sitter while we’re away! We were again able to enjoy our time away knowing our cats were taken care of and enjoyed daily updates and photos!”
About: I am interested in 30 minute check ins on your cat/cats. I take very seriously caring for animals and will take good care of yours.😊 I work w special needs adults during the week and would like to do something with my time off! Check ins on the weekends and some evenings would be great. I have a rescue cat, Callie, who I adore. 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 30 minute cat check ins in my neighborhood. Thank you very much.
“Emma was wonderful! She watched our sassy little cat on fairly short notice and was very quick with responses! Also Emma provided thoughtful updates and pictures, which is so nice to get when traveling! 100% will book again!”
“Amy was fantastic. She really made an effort taking care of our Kitties. She kept in touch daily. If she had a question or a concern she let us know right away. I felt as if she took care of our babies like they were her own. I would absolutely use her again. I know our Kitties were thrilled to have us home but I think they missed her as well. Amy - thank you for taking such good care of our Dinguses.”
“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!”
About: I have over 30 years experience with dogs and have provided reliable care for multiple pets. I am able to walk and care for your pets like they are my own. I am currently working part-time and have a flexible schedule allowing me to check in on your pets during the day with the ability to overnight sit throughout the week. I always follow the safety guidelines and preferences set by my clients, creating a trustworthy environment where you can feel confident that your pets are in good hands.
“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!”
“This is the second time I have booked with Heather. She is very communicative and thorough, and always asks if there’s anything else she can do. My cat Aspen loves the play time she gets when Heather visits. I feel much better being out of town knowing that Heather will look out for her.”
“Yuzhou was a fantastic sitter! We had a meet-and-greet beforehand, and she was very friendly and attentive to all of my instructions. During my trip, she sent detailed updates with plenty of pictures and videos so I knew that everything was going well, and she even left me a sweet Christmas card thanking me for trusting her to look after my kitties. I came home to happy cats! I would highly recommend her as a sitter :)”
“Cathalina was an amazing caretaker of my cat Naoki. Gave me a daily update and some pictures where my cat looked so happy being pet and fed. Also was very patient dealing with my random scheduling requests from a cancelled flight. 10 stars out of 5”
“Nicole is our favorite cat sitter! We've had her look after our cats multiple times before and she continues to exceed expectations each time. For this stay, we had her look after our pets for two weeks while we were away in India. In addition to providing excellent care to our pets (very clearly evident in the photos and write up she provides each visit), she went above and beyond providing exceptional care to our house. While we were away, a major snow storm came through the area - she proactively brought snowblower to clear our walkways and unbury my car (in addition to tending to our mail, moving out our garbage, tidying the house, etc.). We came back to two happy pets and a clean house, which was incredible after a long flight back. We could not recommend Nicole more - if you book her you will be in excellent hands!”
“Kathryn was amazing with our two cats! One is usually very shy to open up to strangers and went right up to her during the Meet & Greet. Kathryn was also very understanding when our booking needed to be modified due to unforeseen circumstances.”
Over 315 pet parents in Melrose have booked cat sitting
Melrose cat parents share their Rover experiences
Nina was a fabulous drop in for my cat. She took great care of him, adapting to his needs, and managing the litter box, trash, and recycling. She even carefully cleaned up after him when he had a digestive glitch as cats sometimes do, without complaint and with genuine concern for his well being. Drop in photos were a delight and made me feel he was happy and comfortable. I trust her and will definitely book her again.
Angela was amazing. And we have especially needy boys who at times can be destructive in the name of food 😂. What I liked about Angela the most is that she was able to communicate anything that popped up in such a chill way along with handle it. (I.e. our boys breaking into their auto feeders… 🙄) It really makes you feel at ease when you’re away- which is all you want on a vacation. She’s extremely kind but most importantly relaxed and confident. That’s who you want taking care of your pets. I can’t recommend her enough.
Nicole is our favorite cat sitter! We've had her look after our cats multiple times before and she continues to exceed expectations each time. For this stay, we had her look after our pets for two weeks while we were away in India. In addition to providing excellent care to our pets (very clearly evident in the photos and write up she provides each visit), she went above and beyond providing exceptional care to our house. While we were away, a major snow storm came through the area - she proactively brought snowblower to clear our walkways and unbury my car (in addition to tending to our mail, moving out our garbage, tidying the house, etc.). We came back to two happy pets and a clean house, which was incredible after a long flight back. We could not recommend Nicole more - if you book her you will be in excellent hands!
Allison was so great with my little geriatric cat. He’s got urinary tract issues, is obese, and was constipated but she did an awesome job at keeping track of all his medications and keeping me updated on his health! She even sent me videos every day because I missed him.
We’re so lucky to have Julia look after Pluto for us, she always takes such good care of him and goes above and beyond each time looking after him and our home. We can always count on her to provide the best care and she is extremely professional and friendly. Thank you Julia!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Melrose is $25
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Sitters in Melrose average 6 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 Melrose 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 2,286 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, 88% of Melrose cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Melrose 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 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 2,286 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, 95% 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.
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