Cat Sitting Metuchen
Book a cat sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your cat.
Over 84 pet parents in Metuchen have booked cat sitting
Metuchen, Find top rated cat sitting
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“We've booked repeated drop-ins with Gabby for our doggo, and Gabby has been excellent! She is great at communicating updates when she does drop-ins, and sends lots of pics of our doggo having a nice time. She'll definitely become your dog's best friend in no time! Thank you Gabby for making our experience using rover so easy, and for treating our pooch like one of your own!”
“Michael has been absolutely wonderful with our doggo! He has such a care and attention to her needs, and even helped out when she got into trouble and got into our pantry lol. We have a reactive dog, and he's been great with taking her for walks and managing her energy and needs safely. We can tell that she is very comfortable with him, and would recommend Micheal to anyone with a furry friend! :)”
“Tessa did an awesome job of keeping us informed while we were away during our trip and sending us lots if photos. Our pets seemed happy and loved on. House was in order when we returned and she went above and beyond doing somethings we didn't expect her to take care of such as taking out trash and scooping litter since it was a short trip.”
About: I have taken care of dogs of a sizes since I was a child. I have my own dog that I adopted from a rescue last year and have trained over this last year. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes, can administer medication, and can help with reinforcing basic training commands. I am a teacher during the school year and am off for the summer, so I have flexible hours and can help care for your pet as needed! I know that all dogs are different and have varying comfort levels with new people. I care for pets by letting them approach me, and not overwhelming them upon a first meeting. I am happy to play with, walk, feed, and care for your pet as you best see fit.
“Tina is very responsive, caring, and easy to communicate with. She made sure all the specific requests I had were taken care of perfectly. When I came home, my cats were calm and well attended to. I can finally travel without worrying about them!”
“Great experience as always with Justine. We are repeat clients and she takes wonderful care of our two geriatric cats. Justine is attentive, trustworthy, and a good communicator.”
“Bella did an amazing job taking care of our cat Charlie. She was very sweet and interactive with Charlie, sending pictures during her visits giving reports to us. She is super responsible, flexible, and proactive. She even let us know about upcoming bad weather and reached out to us to check about closing windows in our home. She went above and beyond in taking care of our Sweet Baby and our home while we were gone. I would highly recommend choosing her to take care of your pet. We will definitely use her again in the future.”
About: I’m an animal lover who goes above and beyond while caring for your dog. I always follow the pet owner's directions carefully so that the pet will be happy while they are in my care and the owner will be at ease knowing that their pet is in good hands. I have a family who has years of pet sitting experience. I can come to your house to feed or walk your dog or other pets. I love all animals so I am interested in caring for your cats and other pets. I have many references. I am a college student attending tcnj. My schedule is very flexible, I am available every day to come and take care of your pets. I can be trusted to go to your home and lock the doors and set the alarm. If transporting your dog, I would be confident in putting on harnesses, leashes, and any other items you request.
“Viv is AMAZING!!! They were so helpful and made this weekend trip away from our dog babies so less stressful. Viv communicated so effectively when she was on their way and sent so many pictures of our dogs to reassure my nerves. Every drop in visit they sent pictures and a full detailed report about the visit. Viv even gave our dogs Luna and King a little gift at the end of the weekend! We will definitely being using them again.”
“Kortni took great care of my puppy, kept me updated with photos and messages, and made sure all of her needs were met. I felt completely at ease knowing she was in such caring and responsible hands. Highly recommend and would definitely book again!””
“Mary is so great. We have utilized her services three or four times now to watch our cats. She follows our instructions to the letter, and she's really caring and loving to our babies.”
About: Hello! I’m Alison - a lifelong animal lover that would be thrilled to care for your pets (really, I’m animal-deprived and it would make my day). I’ve been pet sitting for about 10 years and have experience with all kinds of animals, from feisty felines and shy shelter pups to horses, chickens, bearded dragons, donkeys, etc. I am experienced with unfriendly dogs and cats, elderly dogs, and puppies that are still learning good behavior. If you’d like I can run with dogs to tire them out or just take them on long walks, I live near multiple parks and would be happy to. I also have cat toys on hand and can play with and cuddle cats - truly whatever is needed. I’m reliable, easy to work with, and always attentive to your requests. I recently moved to Metuchen for my corporate job and, without having my old neighbors reach out to me for help with their pets, I decided to join Rover to find new pets to help watch. I would LOVE the chance to care for your pets - it would truly bring me so much joy! I work a flexible schedule. It is all over the place so to make it easy I will set my calendar as unavailable and open up days 1 week out, if you want to book more advance than 1 week I absolutely can just reach out first! I do not have any pets myself sadly. I have a very flexible schedule and can host pets at my apartment, do house visits, take pets on long walks, can even do runs with energetic pups.
“Hannah is a gem. She's very easy to communicate and schedule with. She clearly loves animals and takes such for care of Pongo. She doesn't just go through the motions but puts effort and energy into spending quality time with our dog. Would recommend to anyone.”
About: College student that’s been pet sitting for family many times before. I have my own dog that I’ve had since I was 7. Absolutely love all dogs. I am currently working at a summer camp for a few hours each weekday. Other than that I will have plenty of time to walk or drop in to take care of any pets! I have a fenced in yard and a sweet little dog to accompany any other dogs. I spend a lot of time with the dog, just giving her lots of love and attention. Making sure all her needs are met.
“Stephanie and Ashley were great! Very communicative and sent great pictures. Luna also clearly liked them a lot. Definitely plan on working with them again the next time we go out of town.”
“Jasmin did a great job taking care of our cat over the holiday weekend! We appreciating her flexibility and care when taking care of Clementine. We know we are leaving our cat in good hands with her.”
The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Metuchen is $25
Cat parents share their Rover experiences - Metuchen
Justine’s always so great with our cats! One of our cats developed a health condition and we felt safe knowing that she was checking in on them. Her updates are also detailed and it feels a little less like we’re far away thanks to her description and photos! Thank you as always, Justine!
The opportunity to adopt Phaedra was unexpected, and we were resigned to cancelling our long-planned July 4th trip. But Jasmin stepped in for our last-minute request and was excellent. It was clear from the many posted pictures that our new cat quickly bonded with Jasmin and received the love and attention she needed. It was great returning to a happy, healthy cat.
Tessa did an awesome job of keeping us informed while we were away during our trip and sending us lots if photos. Our pets seemed happy and loved on. House was in order when we returned and she went above and beyond doing somethings we didn't expect her to take care of such as taking out trash and scooping litter since it was a short trip.
Eva was fenomenal with our 2 cats, Chico and Bento, during our 4 days trip! She carefully took notes during our introduction meeting and during each visit she took the time to write such a detailed and thoughtful report with important details. She also sent us plenty of photos every day!
Harsh was amazing. I had a lot going on at my parents’ house and needed someone last minute. He showed up within 20 minutes of my request without hesitation. He was respectful, polite, and treated my cats like they were his own. I only had to explain things once and he understood everything right away. He made a stressful situation so much easier for me. I’ve already booked him again for a future date and would absolutely recommend him. Your pets will be in safe hands with Harsh.
Bella did an amazing job taking care of our cat Charlie. She was very sweet and interactive with Charlie, sending pictures during her visits giving reports to us. She is super responsible, flexible, and proactive. She even let us know about upcoming bad weather and reached out to us to check about closing windows in our home. She went above and beyond in taking care of our Sweet Baby and our home while we were gone. I would highly recommend choosing her to take care of your pet. We will definitely use her again in the future.
Rebecca was so good with our cat Kyle! We went on a long weekend vacation and she came by daily to check on him. She updated us with plenty of photos. I could tell Kyle was really happy with her visits when we came back home. I'd schedule her again in a blink of an eye.
Book with peace of mind
- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
How Rover works
1. Search
Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer cat sitting
2. Meet & Greet
Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit
3. Book & Pay
It's that easy! All payments are processed through Rover's secured platform
Popular requests near you
Select a filter and find qualifying Metuchen sitters!Sitters in Metuchen average 6 repeat cat sitting clients
FAQs for Drop-In Visits - Metuchen
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Cat Sitting in Metuchen on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 11,061 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Metuchen. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.
House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Metuchen. On Rover:
- 88% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Connect anywhere with the Rover app
