Cat Sitting in New York City
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Top rated New York City cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“I always feel at peace and at ease knowing Adam will be taking care of animals. He’s efficient, genuine and timely. I feel fortunate to have found his support on this platform.”
“Ava is the best - goes beyond and above to take care of your pets (and takes the cutest pics of them). She is even considerate enough to do things like bring packages in!”
“Lane took great care of Misty and updated us with pictures and plenty of information. We are grateful for her compassionate care and professionalism. Thanks!”
“Edda was great! She was responsive to text messages and was easy to coordinate things with. She was sweet and gentle with my cat, and spent time playing with her every day. She was able to follow my instructions well. I'm thankful she was able to take care of my little one while I was gone. I hope to hire her again in the future!”
“My second time working with Vanessa! Great communicator and flexible with scheduling. Was gone for longer than usual, and while it was clear my cat missed me, she was calm and confident when I came home. Super appreciate Vanessa’s work 🙏🏼”
“Sophia did a fantastic job! She sent me such thoughtful updates and photos along the way. I knew my kitty was being well cared for, and would absolutely book Sophia again.”
“Hannah was so great with my cats! My cat doesn’t like strangers and he was in love with her. Will definitely be asking her to sit again if needed in the future!”
“Melanie was amazing, we felt very secure with her looking after our cat. She did a great job with food, water, cuddles and the litter for our beautiful 7-year old cat :)”
“Sam was wonderful- she even came over to meet my kitties before I left on my trip. My shy orange boy came right up to her, which is incredibly rare. She took time to play with them and cuddle with them, as well as making sure all of their food, water, and litter needs were met. I would recommend absolutely anyone and everyone to book her.”
“Our third time having Chris look after our cats and it was a great experience again. Chris dropped in a couple times a day to feed them and play with them and always gives a detailed report with tones of pictures. Makes leaving our cats for a few days worry free. Would 1000% recommend Chris to anyone!”
“Akudo was so communicative and sweet with my cats while I was gone. I got plenty of photos and videos everyday and she was always quick to respond if I messaged her. Highly recommend and would definitely book again!”
“Bethany is warm, friendly person who is prompt and reliable - and was a perfect sitter for our little black cat, Jellybean! Before we left for our trip , she came over to familiarize herself with her routine and where we kept all of the things required to feed and care for her. And while she was there for her daily visit, she made sure to seek out Jellybean - who likes to hide from unfamiliar people - and okay with her to make her more comfortable. And it worked! After the first visit, it seems Jellybean came out on her own to greet her - and she sent pictures to prove it. 😻”
“Victoria is so kind and you can tell how much she loves animals. She is very thorough with her daily check ins and always sends lots of photos each day when I’m away. She has given me such a peace of mind when traveling. I know my my cat is being very well cared for with Victoria!! Thank you”
“Anna was really sweet watching our cat every day while we were away. I loved the pictures she sent us each visit and felt very much at ease when we could not be with our cat during a week long trip.”
“Sophie was the best sitter and extremely communicative throughout the whole process. She genuinely cared for our little Ninja and sent along some lovely photos for each check-in! I was at total ease knowing that our pet was in such good hands on our weekend away. Sophie is an absolute sweetheart and we really look forward to booking her again!”
“Erin was so great with our boys and was extra helpful with some litter box mishaps. Super communicative, thorough, and she takes great pictures. Don’t hesitate to book :)”
About: Hello! My name is Cameron, and everyone who knows me knows I love animals (especially dogs!). I work from home and have another dog-loving, work from home roommate, so someone will always be home to play with your pet. I've been doing Rover for 4 years and have experience with all different breeds, sizes, ages, and needs. I'm a punctual person and take pet care very seriously. Ultimately, I am a passionate animal lover and will treat your fur-baby with all the love and respect they deserve :) I'm a homebody who works from home with another WFH roommate, so I can guarantee that your fur baby will be cared for 24/7. I love incorporating dog walking/boarding into my routine and even taking them to dog-friendly events if the dog is interested. My schedule is very flexible and I'm usually available for same-day bookings! I'm an early-riser who loves routines and can stick to a consistent exercise/feeding schedule. When sitting/boarding, I can ensure your dog is let out frequently, fed regularly, and getting lots of attention. I’ll take them for long walks in the sun or snuggle inside when it's cold. As much as I love to play games and snuggle with pets when they're missing their owner, it's important to me that I cater to the animal's desires to make them comfortable. Whether your pet is active, lazy, shy, aggressive, or in need of a good round of fetch at Tompkins Square dog park, their safety and happiness is my top priority. I understand that every dog is different and will work to accommodate their preferences. Additionally, I adore taking photos of pets and I'd be happy to share photo updates of our time together. You can rest easy knowing your pet is safe, loved, and having a great time! Please note that I have moved from the East Village to Little Italy, and most of the photos on my profile are from my old apartment.
New York City cat parents share their Rover experiences
Katie is the most communicative sitter we’ve ever had. I couldn’t recommend her more! Katie was so kind and caring towards our 2 cats, we received so many pictures and detailed recaps. Our cats adjusted to Katie si quickly, and we felt super at ease while we were away. Thank you Katie for everything!
We strongly recommend Courtney if you’re looking for a caring, detailed, and dependable cat sitter. She takes the time to write updates after each visit and goes above and beyond in making sure all our pets are happy and cared for. She also sends plenty of pictures, which helps us feel less stressed about leaving our fur babies when we travel.
Alex provided exceptional care for our two cats. She was consistently punctual, attentive to their needs, and provided thorough daily updates that gave us peace of mind while we were away. She even offered to water our plants—a kind gesture that went above and beyond our expectations.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in New York City is $25
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Sitters in New York City 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 New York City on Rover as of Jan 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 Jan 2026, there are 6,952 cat sitters in New York City. 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, 84% of New York City cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in New York City 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 New York City.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? New York City 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 6,952 cat sitters in New York City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In New York City, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 86% 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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