Cat Sitting in Notre Dame

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily E.
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Emily E.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
433 reviews
127 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Shore Triangle, South Bend, IN, 46617

Emily took amazing care of my timid cats! They felt comfortable with her and she followed directions to the T! Her communication skills are also superb. I will definitely book with her again!

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Stephanie P.
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Erin M.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
3 repeat clients
3 years of experience
North Shore Triangle, South Bend, IN, 46617

Erin was lovely with our cat! She sent pics and updates and clearly appreciated our kitty’s personality and quirks.

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Jaclyn N.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
21 repeat clients
5 years of experience
MISHAWAKA, IN, 46545

Jaclyn is the best! She is super communicative and always puts your pets needs first. We have rebooked her because we had such a good experience in the past.

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Lydia G.
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Christina S.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
592 reviews
247 repeat clients
16 years of experience
SOUTH BEND, IN, 46637

We tried using Rover for the first time and it went great! Christina did a meet and greet with the pup beforehand and everything went smoothly! We will definitely use her again!!

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Ashlee P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
110 reviews
35 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Mishawaka, IN, 46545

Ashlee was outstanding! I had to go on a extended work trip and she stepped up. I have a boxer and and I could tell he enjoyed here visits threw the day.

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Mariah R.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Mishawaka, IN, 46544

Mariah was an excellent sitter for our dog Ernie. She was prompt and followed all instructions to the letter. She sent lots of pictures and provided thorough updates during each drop in visit. We would highly recommend her services and plan to work with her in the future!

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Heather S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
82 reviews
20 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Mishawaka, IN, 46545

Heather is so attentive, thorough, and caring. She was thinking through every possible way she could make my dog happier and more comfortable. Her notes and photos were so thoughtful and showed an attention to detail that reassured me while being away. I cannot recommend her enough, and we look forward to having her look after Rainer again.

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James S.
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$13
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10 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46637

About: Growing up, I helped care for my family's dog and regularly pet sat for neighbors' cats and dogs. I now have a cat of my own, so I truly understand the love and responsibility that comes with caring for a pet. I know firsthand how stressful it can be to leave your fur baby behind for a work trip or vacation. I’m committed to giving every pet the attention and affection they need to keep their owners at ease. I recently graduated from graduate school and am enjoying a flexible schedule while waiting for my new role to begin this fall. In the meantime, I'm taking on a variety of work, which means I have plenty of availability to accommodate your pet care needs whether that's a regular daily walk, a last-minute drop-in, or an extended stay. Your pet's safety and comfort are my top priorities. I treat every animal in my care as if they were my own, ensuring they stay in a secure, calm, and loving environment. I'm attentive, responsible, and always happy to send updates and photos so you can feel confident your pet is in great hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Lily D.
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Lily D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South bend, IN, 46601

Lily took great care of my kitten this week! I booked on short notice after she spent the weekend at the emergency vet. Would 100% recommend and I've already rebooked for the future :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Harmony M.
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Harmony M.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46637

About: As a Notre Dame student and proud Maltipoo owner, I know how important it is to trust someone with your pet. I’ve also spent 4 years working at an animal shelter, where I gained hands-on experience caring for dogs with a wide range of needs and personalities. I’m patient, attentive, and truly love spending time with animals! As a full-time Notre Dame student, I’m primarily available for pet care on weekends. However, I do have some flexibility during weekdays depending on my class schedule and can often accommodate drop-ins, walks, or overnight stays with advance notice. I’m committed to being reliable and communicative so you always know your pet is in good hands. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I prioritize maintaining their normal routine so they feel comfortable and secure. I carefully follow all instructions regarding feeding, walks, medications, and household preferences. I treat every home with respect, by keeping it clean and exactly as I found it. I also provide regular updates so you can feel confident your pet and home are in good hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Michelle P.
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Michelle P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Howard Park-East Bank, South Bend, IN, 46617

Michelle was wonderful! She dropped in to feed & care for my Kitty while I was out of town for 10 days. First time I’ve left him alone with a “stranger” but he came out from hiding and took to her from day one! That’s never happened even with family members he has seen previously! Loved the daily message and photos. I highly recommend Michelle. She can be trusted to care for your special pet and goes above & beyond to report potential concerns with the house/property too ! She will definitely be my first choice for future trips!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lydia N.
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Lydia N.
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$20
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4.8 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
24 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Mishawaka, IN, 46544

Our dog Champ LOVES Lydia! She is a wonderful pet sitter—always on time, takes care of Champ like she’s a member of the family, and sends fun updates during her visits.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa D.
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Alyssa D.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
10 repeat clients
27 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46613

Alyssa was super kind, professional, and understanding. She took great car of James, even playing with him and texting me photos. She also cleaned out both litter boxes while I was gone. I will definitely ask for her help again, and I highly recommend her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kylie P.
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Kylie P.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46601

We had a really good experience with Kylie taking care of both the cats. Both cats gelled with her, she made sure to share many pictures from every visit. Had a peace of mind, knowing they were in good hands. We will definitely approach her again if we get a chance.

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victoria b.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
35 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46635

She was great. Took great care of my dog and was very communicative. Highly recommend!

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Kyle C.
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Alexis T.
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$20
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1 repeat client
15 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46637

About: I have many years of experience with household animals, family/friends pets, and various types! I am fluid with service animals as well as with animals requiring special care needs! I am currently open to job opportunities and have a pretty flexible schedule for the foreseeable future. I currently have a 14 year old maltese boy Unless specified otherwise, feedings are routine and scheduled based. Any medicines that need to be administered are taken care of. I have a big backyard, unfenced but have space to let pets out and roam on a long leash.

Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlin U.
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Kaitlin U.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Notre Dame, IN, 46556

About: I have over three years of experience providing pet walking and house-sitting services, caring for a wide range of animals with reliability and compassion. I am passionate about working with pets of all kinds and committed to ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. I have two dogs of my own that I care for on a daily basis, giving me hands-on experience in providing consistent attention, exercise, and companionship. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I prioritize the comfort, routine, and well-being of each animal. For dog walking, I ensure they get regular, safe, and stimulating walks based on their energy level and needs. For pet sitting, I follow any feeding, medication, and exercise schedules provided and make sure they have plenty of companionship and attention. Additionally, I keep the home clean and provide regular updates to the owner. My goal is to make the pet feel comfortable and cared for while maintaining the owner’s peace of mind.

Sitter Profile Image: Val G.
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Val G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
North Shore Triangle, South Bend, IN, 46617

Val was amazing! She did drop in visits for my dogs for about five days. On each visit she took pictures and updated me on the status of my dogs. I could see on their faces that they were having fun with Val. She even bought them some toys to play with. She was very attentive and responsible.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah K.
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Sarah K.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
South Bend, IN, 46615

About: My family always had a pet dog. As a kid I would feed and walk dogs in the neighborhood while they were out of town. As I grew older I would stay at family or friend's homes if they went out of town. I'm in search of a similar situation in South Bend - dog walking and light housework included! Weekdays I can stop in and let the dog(s) out for bathroom breaks. On weekends/evenings I can stay at your home so that the dog is familiar and will make myself available 100% during that time. I prefer to stay or drop in to my client's home. I find that the dog is more familiar/comfortable this way too. I am happy to do a test run so that everyone feels comfortable/familiar!

Sitter Profile Image: Janelle B.
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Janelle B.
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$13
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4.9 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Mishawaka, IN, 46544

Janelle is so great to have cat sit for us. She’s reliable and takes the best pictures of our pets to send to us. I highly recommend her and will be using her again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Christina was amazing! We really feel like we can relax when we are away because she really cares for our babies!

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Jen W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lily was great in taking the time to meet our cats before watching them and then sending photos and updates!

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Emily C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily was great as always! Emily has cat sat for me several times and every time she does a great job. I highly recommend her.

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Elizabeth & Diane S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Erin was lovely with our cat! She sent pics and updates and clearly appreciated our kitty’s personality and quirks.

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Elena B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kimberlee was very communicative and reliable! She took great care of Linus and made sure he was doing well with his food, water and litter box. Would definitely rebook!

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Tori S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hanling took excellent care of our kitty! She came in advance to meet him and get instructions in person, and spent lots of time playing and cuddling with him on each visit so he wouldn't be too lonely while we were gone. She also sent us lots of pictures of him. We will definitely call her the next time we need a pet sitter.

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Melissa M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Super dependable and Severus loves Jaclyn! We will always book with Jaclyn and appreciate the service provided for our fur kid!

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Michelle P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Melissa took care of our cat while we were gone on an extended trip. She gave him lots of love and attention and sent us updates and pictures. It was nice knowing someone was looking after our kitty and checking on things in the house as needed.

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Elena B.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Notre Dame is $20

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Sitters in Notre Dame average 11
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Notre Dame on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 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.

If you’re searching for a Notre Dame cat sitter for the first time, visit the cat sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a cat sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, there are 87 cat sitters in Notre Dame. 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, 81% of Notre Dame cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in Notre Dame have an average of 13 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 Notre Dame.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Notre Dame 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 87 cat sitters in Notre Dame on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Notre Dame, 88% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% 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.