Cat Sitting in New Paltz

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Sitter Profile Image: Shana G.
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Shana G.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
126 reviews
39 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Highland, NY, 12528

Shana was just wonderful and really helped us out! Since we are not from the area, she went above and beyond and was just a joy. She is very kind and gentle and you immediately know you can trust her. And professional at the same time. I wish we did live closer so we could continue but hopefully will again. I can’t tell you how much it helped for her to be there for our Taj (12 yo shihtzu)...he was great with her and she did everything to make him comfortable. She is so flexible and accommodating. We can’t thank you enough Shana; please keep doing this and wish you much continued success! Sorry for the late review!

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Paige M.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
16 repeat clients
8 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Paige was so great! Our pups loved her right from the start. She is responsible, shows up on time and does an all around great job. Will def be using her again!

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Alexander T.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
9 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Alexander is incredibly reliable, kind and helpful in taking care of Skipper. He goes above and beyond in making sure that our older dog is consistently given walks, meals and even an insulin shot

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Sarah M.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Sarah is always incredible with my cat, Mouse. She's great at keeping me updated, and it's clear Mouse really likes her. I would highly recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace S.
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Grace S.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Ramen seemed relaxed and happy when I came home. The photos of her were adorable! Instructions were followed and I have no concerns. They were on time both nights with no complications. I will definitely be asking for their help again ❤️

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Victoria P.
Sitter Profile Image: Grettel G.
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Grettel G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
21 repeat clients
13 years of experience
🏳️‍🌈 Rosendale, NY, 12401

Grettel was reliable and communicative! And most importantly, my dog, who can be a little nervous around new people, took to Grettel right away and was super comfortable. Would highly recommend Grettel for caring for your animals.

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Amelia D.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland, NY, 12528

Amelia was warm and kind and listened to all the directions I gave her (helicopter cat-mom here). She sent lots of pictures and updates about how everyone was doing after every visit. Just the best!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lena D.
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Lena D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Highland, NY, 12528

Lena is the best, she’s watched our 2 cats for a few trips now and despite their shyness they’ll come to her for Churu time. Great updates every day and we never have to worry about anything back home knowing she’s checking up on them.

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Rebecca K.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
80 reviews
24 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Highland, NY, 12528

Rebecca has been incredible with our puppy while we are at work. She sends updates and pictures, plus she’s helped reinforce the tricks we have been teaching her. Couldn’t be happier with her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrew L.
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Andrew L.
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$20
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10 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

About: I have experience with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and reptiles. I had two guinea pigs, I have taken care of a few of my friends dogs and cats, I have taken care of another friend’s leopard gecko and I am okay with feeding live prey to pets. I am currently a student at SUNY New Paltz and I am studying Communications there. I will be available from May-August when the Spring 2024 semester ends. I can be trusted with the care of your pets because I love all animals. I am also a very compassionate person and always tend to others needs

Sitter Profile Image: Jen H.
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Jen H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
15 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Tillson, NY, 12486

Jen took great care of our old boy cat while we were out of town. She was communicative every step of the way and sent plenty of pictures, which we loved. We could tell that our cat was in great hands, and felt content and safe with Jen. We’re so grateful for her time!

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Megan A.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

About: I’ve walked dogs and pet-sit for friends, neighbors, and families for years, and have been sitting on Rover for about a year! I’ve walked big, small, old, and young dogs. My dog, Bailey, is a senior and is blind, and needs a variety of different medications so I am well versed and comfortable with disabled dogs/dogs that need medication. I am a full time student at SUNY New Paltz studying geology. Because of this, I will be able to work before, after, or in between different classes! Message me about specific availability :) I always make sure that all leashes and collars are secure before walking. I can give food, water, snacks, and different medications as needed! I can also play outside or indoors with them, and can create fun enrichment toys for them!

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Catherine F.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
6 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Clintondale, NY, 12515

Kate spent time with our very nervous rescue dog this past weekend. Kate is calm and sweet and she made progress with Foxy over the two days. It is hard to leave a nervous dog but we felt that Foxy was in great hands. We were so grateful for the reports and photos Kate sent. We will definitely be booking with her again.

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Marie A.
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$20
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8 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

About: I have grown up with dogs and cats my whole life, so I understand that they need lots of love and care. I love animals and I think it’s very important for dogs to get exercise, so it is important that they get as much time as possible walking and going to parks. Playing with dogs is apart of their well-being and yours! I think that dogs and cats make people much happier and because of that it is our job to keep them happy and healthy. This means feeding them, playing with them, petting them, and watching out for them. I have volunteered at two animal shelters in the past, worked for a company called Bark, and have dog and cat sit for friends before. I am kind and responsible and would love to spend time with your animals. I am available every day/night except Saturdays. I work late on Saturdays but could still come in the morning, and can still go by in the evenings as long as your animal doesn’t have a super specific set meal time at night. I will be respectful of your belongings and your space. I will make sure their water is always full, and to follow your instructions on the best way to care for them.

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Kimberly M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
27 repeat clients
56 years of experience
Gardiner, NY, 12440

Kimberly was thoughtful and communicative and took good care of our cat while we were away for the weekend. We appreciate Kimberly, would recommend her, and plan on asking her to do future kitty visits!

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Sitter Profile Image: Aliza B.
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Aliza B.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
44 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Highland, NY, 12528

Aliza is a warm and friendly sitter who was able to look after our two kitties on relatively short notice. She had some great ideas for how to handle feeding time based on their personalities and food-related behavior. She was also easy to work with. Will hire again!

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Abbie B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Thanks for looking in at my cats…

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica M.
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Jessica M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Jessica was incredible. Always on time for drops ins, extremely communicative and very attentive to our sweet dog. Highly recommend

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Sitter Profile Image: Nathan B.
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Nathan B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Highland, NY, 12528

Excellent!

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Sitter Profile Image: Athena H.
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Athena H.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
10 years of experience
New Paltz, NY, 12561

About: Hello, I’ve been taking care of pets since I was 11 years old. From dogs, cats, reptiles, fish, you name it! I’ve trained many puppies and love everyone’s furry friends. Fun Fact my dog at home is scared of thunder, so I always sit in the bathtub with him until he’s ready to come out (photo included) I’ve also babysat and house sat for many years :) I have maximum 2 one hour classes a day with a 3 hour gap in between! So there will be plenty of time for me to take care of your furry friends!!! I live in a single room on campus with loads of space and two beds if the pets want to have a comfy space. When I have to leave for a class I play zen pet music to help calm them down if I have to leave!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shana was really amazing! Very compassionate and caring for my 3 cats and I appreciated all the updates and pictures while I was away on vacation!

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Nicole D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Everything went smoothly. My cat does not come out for strangers but he did for them. I would use them again and recommend them for your next trip away.

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Hope M.
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Paige was great with my shy 1yr old cat. I recieved pics and videos with every check in. After getting home he is calm, happy, well fed and brushed. I had peace of mind knowing he was well taken care of. Good communication and a reliable sitter.

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Jaclyn S.
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Our cats were in good hands with Jayda! We got great pictures and updates, and she made sure they had everything they needed.

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Sarah M.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in New Paltz on Rover as of Jun 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 214 cat sitters in New Paltz. 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 New Paltz cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in New Paltz have an average of 15 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 New Paltz.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? New Paltz 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 214 cat sitters in New Paltz on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In New Paltz, 98% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.