Cat Sitting in Merrifield
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Top rated Merrifield cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Our cat LOVES Yan! She is very caring and mindful, always taking note of our cat’s preferences and even brings her toys she thinks she would like! Cannot recommend enough!”
“Sophia took amazing care of my senior kitty, including handling an unfortunate mess which she absolutely didn't have to do. She communicated super well and I'd highly recommend her, will book again!”
“Danielle was incredible at caring for our precious 7 mo sphinx. We really appreciated the great communication and regular updates and photos. She made everything super easy for us and we felt so confident that she was taking wonderful care of our cat. Thank you Danielle!”
“I reached out to Susanne last minute after we had plans change and I'm honestly so glad it worked out that way! Susanne did an amazing job taking care of our cats! She was punctual, communicative and caring. As a bonus, I have never come home to my pet supplies and area looking so clean and tidy, she took great care of the space. I would highly recommend working with her!”
“Kateland was excellent in taking care of our cat for the week while we were out on vacation. She would send plenty of pictures and descriptions of her visits and was very kind!”
“Jennifer was great watching our 3 cats over a long weekend! She was very easy to get in touch with, responded quickly, was very responsible and reliable, sent great updates and photos and of course took great care of our cats and got to know all of their personalities. She even got our very shy girl to come out when she came for her visits! We will be using her again for future trips!”
“Lindsay took great care of my cat, Stella Rose! She was reliable, communicative, and is very comfortable with cats. I’d definitely book Lindsay again and highly recommend her to other cat parents.”
“Manrong was an excellent cat sitter even during the recent snow and ice storms! She braved our unplowed driveway with no complaints and sent friendly, thorough updates while we were out of town.”
“HIGHLY RECOMMEND: MUST BOOK HER!! Alice did an absolutely outstanding job!!! I have a dog (Cooper) and a cat (Mochi), Alice took her time ensuring each of them was taken care of. She played with cooper, let him outside, walked him around the block and kept him healthy throughout my time away. She even got to play with Mochi, which is CRAZY, because Mochi is super shy and never plays with anyone! She just has a way with animals! I cannot recommend her enough; she will follow all your instructions then go above and beyond to meet every need of your family. The gentleness, kindness, and love she treated Cooper and Mochi with was exceptional. 10/10 will be using her for every single booking going forward. Thank you, Alice!”
“This is the second time we have had Quincy watch our pets and just like last time we had complete confidence that our animals were safe and cared for with Quincy ! Absolutely will rebook!”
“Alison was amazing. She took care of my rats and cat while I was out of town. When I returned, everything was like how I had left it! If you need a responsible, easy-going, and responsive sitter, I can’t imagine anyone better. I will definitely be booking her, again!”
“Nedia is absolutely amazing. My pup loves her so much and they had such a great time together. She is so sweet and considerate and I feel so good knowing she’s checking in and hanging out with him! The absolute best!! If you’re looking for someone to book she is the one!!! 🤍”
“I reached out to Anne to come do a few drop ins with my cat while I was away for a weekend with my husband. We did a virtual meet and greet ahead of time and Anne asked good questions! We were looking for a rover somewhat last minute and Anne was flexible and accommodating. We got updates and photos from Anne while we were gone which we appreciate very much.”
About: I currently have an open schedule and can come walk and play with your dogs and cats as early or as late as you would like! I am flexible. I've just moved to Vienna, live alone, and have an open schedule. I am flexible and reliable, and would love to play with and care for your dogs and cats! I took care of up to 5 cats and 1 human, simultaneously, for 14 years. They received a lot of my love and attention. We spent lots of time in nature trails, our backyard, and on the couch. And now I'm happy to extend that to your dogs!
“Lei was wonderful with our shy cat and gave him excellent care. She was prompt, attentive to every detail, and went the extra mile. I’ll definitely trust her with our pets again!”
“MacKenzie watched my two young cats Sprocket and Kiwi this past summer. She was so easygoing, and the cats clearly adored her. Our family really appreciated MacKenzie's professional, friendly demeanor.”
About: Current pet owner with a 2 friendly cats and a 3 year old lab who is everyone’s best friend! Besides being a life long pet owner, I’m a former pet sitter with several years of professional experience. I work from home, which offers lots of flexibility for playing and outside time! Besides a backyard, our normal routine is 3 walks plus bathroom breaks. I have a fenced in backyard and offer pets free rein of the house. A crate is also set up if needed. Back yard time is supervised. I treat every pet just like my own with lots of cuddles; if you have a “no furniture” rule I will do my best to adhere to that.
About: As an alum from The College of William and Mary, I currently work as a full-time DJ, looking to make some extra money on my down time. I am a HUGE dog lover and also love many types of animals! With over nine years of experience, I've cared for my family's pets, dog sat, and cat sat for my friends. As someone who runs their own business; performance, communication, accountability, and having a great connection with my clients are really important to me. As an active person, I enjoy playing soccer and running around with my four-legged friends. Lounging around is fun and relaxing, too. I've had experience and am comfortable with a variety of sizes of pets from small to large. I'd treat your pets as if they were my own, not only because I'm an avid animal lover, but because that's how I would want my pet to be treated. Looking forward to meeting you and your furry loved one(s)! Note: First COVID vaccine shot received late March and second one scheduled for late April.
Over 8 pet parents in Merrifield have booked cat sitting
Merrifield cat parents share their Rover experiences
Winnie was AMAZING with our dog and cat. She gave them tons of attention and made sure they were mentally stimulated. She also sent us thorough updates after each drop-in, which relieved a lot of our anxieties. I would definitely rehire her, and I highly recommend her if you want someone who takes care of your pets like they’re her own.
Sophia did a wonderful job with my cats! She communicated clearly the whole time and was always quick to respond. She even went out of her way to handle key pick-up and drop-off. Most importantly, my cats felt comfortable and safe with her. I’d happily book her again!
Ramona and Skye did a wonderful job taking care of Sparkle and Nene again! I had to extend the duration of the drop in visits as I couldn’t make it back home in time. They were able to accommodate my requests despite the short notice. Thank you so much for all the great care, flexibility, organization and proactivity! Ramona and Skye make a dream team together.
Ni was available on short notice and did an amazing job caring for my two cats. She only had 4 visits, but both cats ended up curling up with her, so that's the best review I can give! She shared tons of photos documenting her visits and the cat's moods. She clearly read my notes because she took both actions I suggested to make the cats comfortable. This was my first Rover experience, and Ni made me feel comfortable and confident so I could enjoy my trip.
Seth was absolutely amazing! The constant communication and the daily pictures and videos he sent make you very comfortable. When I came home everything was clean for my cat and left the place just like how we left it. I would definitely recommend Seth as I will be booking him more for the future
Tae is such a kind, reliable, and detail oriented petsitter. She provided meals, playtime, turned on music, and really went above and beyond for our kitty Moonbeam. This is our second time having Tae be our go-to petsitter and will continue to rely on her services in the future!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Merrifield is $24
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Sitters in Merrifield 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 Merrifield on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $24 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 2026, there are 3,837 cat sitters in Merrifield. 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, 87% of Merrifield cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Merrifield 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 Merrifield.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Merrifield 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 3,837 cat sitters in Merrifield on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Merrifield, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 87% 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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