Cat Sitting in Merced
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1. Hector H.

“Hector did such a great job! He was super flexible and came over to meet my dog beforehand just to make sure my doggy would behave. On the day of the visit he took care of my dog and got him to play and run around outside. He even brought a package in for me! I will definitely be booking Hector for all my dog-sitting needs!”


2. Kirsten R.

“Kirsten did a great job! I met with her briefly beforehand, she was polite and attentive as I walked her through everything. During her visiting she checked off all of my requests and sent pictures as confirmation. Lastly she was great with my cat, playing with her and giving her treats. Would hire her again, fully trust her with my cat.”


3. Kimberly P.

“Kimberly did a very nice job with my Little Lady. Looking forward to having Kimberly care for her again in the future.”


4. Joselyn A.


“Got amazing daily updates and based on how close my normally shy cat was to Joselyn in the pictures, I think my cat liked her too!”


5. Danielle C.

“We are so happy we chose Danielle as our sitter for our 2 cats during our destination wedding and honeymoon (2 weeks)!! Danielle went above and beyond. She truly treated our cats as her own, was extremely professional, and sent cute photos of them daily. We will 100% be using her again! Thank you Danielle!🩷”


6. Kaden P.

“Kaden did a great job and I will call on him again.”


7. Jasmine T.
About: I have grown up around animals my whole life! My dad raises chickens, I currently have 2 dogs and 5 rescue cats that live at home with me! I am very passionate about animals and have a deep love for them. I absolutely love spending time with my pets! I am currently a college student and I have a part time job, working around 15-20 hours a week, so I am looking to pet sit on my free time! I am pretty flexible around hours I do not have school or work! I also like to stay very active as I like to go on walks and runs on my own as well. I like to leave things as I found them and am very respectful of people’s spaces and privacy.


8. Vanessa A.
About: I've had dogs my whole life, I grew up with big and little dogs. I trained all my dogs, I have lots of patience with puppies. I love to take walks with my dogs and love to spend time with them. I'm mostly available on the weekends because I am a college student. I'm available in the mornings to take early walks with pets that need it. Your pet's will always be my number one priority when they are with me I will always ensure that they are in a safe space.


9. Timothy C.
“I had the pleasure of having Timothy as my dog sitter for a week, and I couldn't be happier with the care my dog, Lulu, received. Timothy is incredibly reliable and responsible, always showing up on time and keeping me updated with daily photos and messages. Lulu immediately took to Timothy, which shows the genuine love for animals. Tim’s experience with dogs was evident in the way they handled Lulu’s energetic personality and ensured she got plenty of exercise and attention. I highly recommend Tim to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter!”


10. Monique S.
“Momo has owned/ grew up with multiple dogs and cats. Has also owned/ grew up with multiple rabbits. Owned hamsters, birds, and a chinchilla also.”


11. Angelica R.

“Angelica is punctual and trustworthy. I’m happy to know someone who can drop in to check in my dog when I’m at work.”


12. Michelle & Lino & Nico S.

“If you want a responsible and reliable pet sitter, Michelle is the pet sitter for your pet, whether it is a dog, cat, etc. because she loves animals. Michelle took very good care of my cats while I went on various trips over the years. The longest time was last year for 3 weeks when our family went on vacation. She made sure the cats had plenty of water (hot summer) and food, and checked on them regularly. I really appreciate her taking good care of my cats.”


13. Taylor F.

“Taylor and Brian were lovely and did daily drop ins with my two cats. They spent plenty of time loving and playing with the cats. I got daily updates on how the cats were fairing and anything that seemed amiss. I definitely trust them with invested and true caring of pets.”




14. Paulette C.


“Paulette was a big help and had plenty of patience with my timid husky. Will be booking her help again soon!”


15. Elizabeth W.
About: I have taken care of pets and family friends pets for 1; years and livestock for 8 years. I currently have my own puppy that is going strong with potty training, leashed walking, & socializing! I would be a great fit for your sitting and walking needs as I am a high school teacher and have time after work and on the weekends! I would from 7am till about 4/5pm depending on the day! I spend my time at home on the weekends and I typically don’t bring work home so I have extra time to go on walks and sit. I have a fenced yard and a 5 month old puppy! We don’t have grass at the moment but we have a covered patio and a small turf patch.


16. Kaitlyn L.

“My senior reactive dog did really well with Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn is patient, compassionate, and understanding with pets. After our first meeting I trust her to care for our fur baby just as we would.”


17. Toni S.
“Toni is one of the few people I can trust to take care of my dog. I've left my dog with her for a weekend and she sent me so many pictures. These made me feel so comfortable and let me enjoy my weekend.”


18. Madison T.

“Madison was great! She really put me at ease while away and was very diligent with updates and photos! I could tell that she was very caring and gentle with my cats based on the photos she sent. I highly recommend her; she is now my first choice of sitters! Thanks Madison! 🙏🏽”


19. Jessika R.

“Jessika is so great with my puppy! She kept him company during the day while I was at work, and she also started teaching him some commands. She gave me plenty of updates after every visit as well as gave advice on how to feed him and train him.”


20. Amber V.
About: My name is Amber, I’ve been around animals for as long as I can remember. From having puppies and kittens when I was young, to growing up and joining FFA in high school to show rabbits. I’ve owned several types of animals since graduating high school ranging from dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, geckos, chameleons, turtles, fish, and chinchillas. My love for animals shows through the care and support I’m able to provide for my own pets. I currently have 2 small dogs in my home. My best friend is 8 years old named Mia. Her little sister’s name is Zoey who just turned 6 months old. I also have experience with a special needs dog who needed constant supervision. I grew up watching a lot of training videos on dogs and became informed on proper dog care and socialization. I hope one day to return to college to pursue my childhood dream of working in the veterinary field. I’m currently unemployed as I navigate my way to returning to school so this gives me all the time in the day to provide and care for your pet(s). I have a large fenced backyard to provide free play and running around. My dogs are friendly and excited to meet other dogs. I can provide a medium size crate for any crate trained pets. I always make sure my dogs have fresh water and a proper eating schedule. My home has plenty of dog toys, wet wipes for messes, and older family members who are also animal lovers. I can guarantee your dogs will be happy in my care while I ensure their safety and well being.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Merced on Rover as of Jan 2025 was about $21 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 Jan 2025, there are 25 cat sitters in Merced. 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, 100% of Merced cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Merced have an average of 19 years of experience. This 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 Merced.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Merced 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 25 cat sitters in Merced on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Merced, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
