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“Sofia was great! She was timely, organized, and helpful administering a daily pill to our cat, even when she wasn’t cooperating sometimes. Would definitely recommend her to anyone in the area!”
“Wendy worked with me before the booking to resolve a weird Rover issue. During the booking she was diligent snd very communicative. Lots of great pictures, too. All is well at home and we’re grateful she looked after the cats.”
“Melanie was perfect for watching our cat Ollie! We missed Ollie a lot, but Melanie went above and beyond with updates and pictures to make us feel more than comfortable leaving him home. She also took care of our mail and plants and was highly responsive to any of our requests and questions. Ollie was very happy and loving when we got home, whereas in the past he was a little angry at us for leaving in the first place. Melanie must have made him much less lonely :) We will definitely rebook with her next time we need a sitter.”
“Alma was great!! She provided lots of photos and updates on my kitten while I was away. She was a good communicator and made my vacation stress-free. I would book Alma again.”
“Our two cats loved Cindy! This was their first time with her and even though they’re shy, by the end of the long weekend they were coming right up onto her lap 😊. Our cats eat wet food only and one has twice daily meds and everything was handled perfectly! Things were perfectly clean and organized when we returned. The cats looks forward to next time!”
“Marissa did such a great job with our two kittens! They were very well taken care of while I was away and I didn’t have to worry at all. She sends many photos and gives updates for each visit. We will be booking Marissa in the future.”
“We loved having Mara take care of our pup! She was incredibly reliable, responsible, and we felt very confident with our little guy in her care (and we are paranoid, high maintenance dog pawrents)! Highly recommend Mara if you’re looking for a sitter- we would definitely use her again! ❤️Thank you Mara!”
“Robin is great! We’ve booked her to check in on our cat multiple times, and won’t hesitate to do so again. She always checks in and sends pictures, and our cat seems happy and well cared for when we return home.”
“Karolly is so wonderful! This is our 2nd time having her over while we were out and she was just as amazing as the last time. She made sure our little Winona got plenty of love and play every day, and she made sure to share lots of pictures and videos of our cat being a cutie. Our personal vacation had some issues but no matter what was happening we knew things were going well at home with Karolly keeping an eye on our sweet girl.”
“Kirsten went above and beyond, staying longer than required most visits and making sure our two boys got great walks in. She helped pull in packages while we were gone and took great care of the house. Will definitely be using her again. Thank you, Kirsten!”
“We hired Sara for some 30min drop-in visits with our cat during the holidays - mostly just to feed her, but also to spend time with her. Sara did all this and more, and was incredibly communicative throughout. Her daily reports were wonderfully detailed and gave us comfort that our pet was in good hands. Most importantly, she showed up when she said she would, and stayed the full 30 minutes. Our cat was very appreciative of this, and so were we. I would highly recommend Sara if you are in need of a cat sitter!”
“Keely was awesome! She watched our two cats while we went away on our honeymoon and everything was seamless. She took great photos, kept in touch, and was all around reliable. The cats really seemed to like her too, so we will definitely be booking Keely again soon. Thank you so much for everything!!”
“Natalie was an absolute dream! She took great care of Miss Kitty while we were away. She was very communicative during her check-ins and we especially appreciated all of the great photos she sent. We would recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable sitter!”
“Robyn took great care of our cat while we were out of town. We got daily updates with pictures and videos that put us at ease. Robyn was easy to work with and our cat was very comfortable around her. I would highly recommend her as a sitter!”
“Wow! Where do I begin? Katherine was ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! She did an amazing Job caring for my dogs. She has a very friendly and positive personality. My dogs warmed up to her instantly. She goes above and beyond and she makes sure you are happy and satisfied. She is Excellent/ Outstanding in the following: * Communicating * Taking pictures *Following instructions *Cleaning up behind dogs *Makes sure things are cleaned *Arriving on time daily based on the times we agreed upon *Locking everything back up and securing by our home. I will be booking her again for future dog sitting. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER FOR YOUR PET CAREGIVER.”
“Rachel was thorough and fantastic with my old man cat, Jinx. He requires oral medication twice a day. She was able to pick up on his nuances of happy or unhappy, and always let me know his status of mood upon each checkin, she even offered to turn one of the last visits into an overnight stay as he needed a little extra attention. She worked alarm systems fine and I always was updated on her coming and going. Will hire again!”
About: I grew up taking care of cats and small and large dogs from the time they were young to the final years of their life. I also pet sit through TrustedHousesitters and enjoy taking dogs on long walks. I’m a good fit if your pet is ok alone for a normal 8 hour work day. I’m a dietitian at a local hospital, usually working Monday-Friday. If I pet sit in your home, I make sure your pet has access to fresh water all day, and food on their schedule. I also keep any harmful items out of reach so your pet is safe.
About: Growing up I had ducks, goats, dogs, and the occasional stray cat to look after! I learned a lot during my youth when it came to taking care of animals of all different shapes and sizes. I have always been an animal lover and taking care of them brings me so much joy! I am currently a student at the Art Institute of Chicago. My schedule starting Aug. 25th will be more limited but for the time being I am completely available. Once my fall semester ends I will be available in the evenings, all day Monday, and throughout the weekend. I live in an apartment in Oak Park that has ample space for me and the three cats I live with. There should be no problem in housing an animal for a couple hours here and I have access to a back yard for potty breaks etc.
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Sofia S.
Star Sitter
“Sofia was great! She was timely, organized, and helpful administering a daily pill to our cat, even when she wasn’t cooperating sometimes. Would definitely recommend her to anyone in the area!”
Wendy C.Star Sitter
“Wendy worked with me before the booking to resolve a weird Rover issue. During the booking she was diligent snd very communicative. Lots of great pictures, too. All is well at home and we’re grateful she looked after the cats.”
Melanie H.Star Sitter
“Melanie was perfect for watching our cat Ollie! We missed Ollie a lot, but Melanie went above and beyond with updates and pictures to make us feel more than comfortable leaving him home. She also took care of our mail and plants and was highly responsive to any of our requests and questions. Ollie was very happy and loving when we got home, whereas in the past he was a little angry at us for leaving in the first place. Melanie must have made him much less lonely :) We will definitely rebook with her next time we need a sitter.”
Alma A.Star Sitter
“Alma was great!! She provided lots of photos and updates on my kitten while I was away. She was a good communicator and made my vacation stress-free. I would book Alma again.”
Cindy H.Star Sitter
“Our two cats loved Cindy! This was their first time with her and even though they’re shy, by the end of the long weekend they were coming right up onto her lap 😊. Our cats eat wet food only and one has twice daily meds and everything was handled perfectly! Things were perfectly clean and organized when we returned. The cats looks forward to next time!”
Marissa T.Star Sitter
“Marissa did such a great job with our two kittens! They were very well taken care of while I was away and I didn’t have to worry at all. She sends many photos and gives updates for each visit. We will be booking Marissa in the future.”
Mara D.Star Sitter
“We loved having Mara take care of our pup! She was incredibly reliable, responsible, and we felt very confident with our little guy in her care (and we are paranoid, high maintenance dog pawrents)! Highly recommend Mara if you’re looking for a sitter- we would definitely use her again! ❤️Thank you Mara!”
Robin P.Star Sitter
“Robin is great! We’ve booked her to check in on our cat multiple times, and won’t hesitate to do so again. She always checks in and sends pictures, and our cat seems happy and well cared for when we return home.”
Karolly Z.Star Sitter
“Karolly is so wonderful! This is our 2nd time having her over while we were out and she was just as amazing as the last time. She made sure our little Winona got plenty of love and play every day, and she made sure to share lots of pictures and videos of our cat being a cutie. Our personal vacation had some issues but no matter what was happening we knew things were going well at home with Karolly keeping an eye on our sweet girl.”
Kirsten L.Star Sitter
“Kirsten went above and beyond, staying longer than required most visits and making sure our two boys got great walks in. She helped pull in packages while we were gone and took great care of the house. Will definitely be using her again. Thank you, Kirsten!”
Sara P.
“We hired Sara for some 30min drop-in visits with our cat during the holidays - mostly just to feed her, but also to spend time with her. Sara did all this and more, and was incredibly communicative throughout. Her daily reports were wonderfully detailed and gave us comfort that our pet was in good hands. Most importantly, she showed up when she said she would, and stayed the full 30 minutes. Our cat was very appreciative of this, and so were we. I would highly recommend Sara if you are in need of a cat sitter!”
Keely M.Star Sitter
“Keely was awesome! She watched our two cats while we went away on our honeymoon and everything was seamless. She took great photos, kept in touch, and was all around reliable. The cats really seemed to like her too, so we will definitely be booking Keely again soon. Thank you so much for everything!!”
Natalie K.
“Natalie was an absolute dream! She took great care of Miss Kitty while we were away. She was very communicative during her check-ins and we especially appreciated all of the great photos she sent. We would recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable sitter!”
Robyn W.Star Sitter
“Robyn took great care of our cat while we were out of town. We got daily updates with pictures and videos that put us at ease. Robyn was easy to work with and our cat was very comfortable around her. I would highly recommend her as a sitter!”
Jie "Katherine" W.
“Wow! Where do I begin? Katherine was ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! She did an amazing Job caring for my dogs. She has a very friendly and positive personality. My dogs warmed up to her instantly. She goes above and beyond and she makes sure you are happy and satisfied. She is Excellent/ Outstanding in the following: * Communicating * Taking pictures *Following instructions *Cleaning up behind dogs *Makes sure things are cleaned *Arriving on time daily based on the times we agreed upon *Locking everything back up and securing by our home. I will be booking her again for future dog sitting. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER FOR YOUR PET CAREGIVER.”
Rachel B.Star Sitter
“Rachel was thorough and fantastic with my old man cat, Jinx. He requires oral medication twice a day. She was able to pick up on his nuances of happy or unhappy, and always let me know his status of mood upon each checkin, she even offered to turn one of the last visits into an overnight stay as he needed a little extra attention. She worked alarm systems fine and I always was updated on her coming and going. Will hire again!”
Fanni M.
“Great communication; engaged with our cats beyond just feeding them to give them some social interaction while we were away. We’ll definitely book with Fanni again.”
Amber R.
“Amber is a kind and attentive cat sitter! She paid attention to our cats' personalities, communicated clearly, and was completely reliable. I highly recommend her!”
Ame P.
“Ame was great with walking our energetic dog. She’s outgoing and enthusiastic and our dog looks forward to their time together. She is trustworthy and I would recommend her.”
Ryley C.
“Ryley Casaday’s innate care for animals makes him more than qualified for Rover. He’s understanding of the varying needs of furry friends, patient and gentle when it comes to taking care of dogs, cats, or turtles. Not only has he taken care of and raised 5 animals of his own, but he joyfully greets any animal he comes across, domestic or wild. Anyone would be lucky to put the care of their pet in Ryley’s hands.”
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Robyn is such a wonderful and thoughtful sitter. The boys (cats) clearly loved her in the videos she sent. She went above and beyond to reassure us on our long trip that our animals were well taken care of, which put us so at ease for our honeymoon . Priceless ! Love her !😍
Sofia has been a lifesaver this summer! Our travel schedule had several changes and Sofia handled it with grace and poise. Sofia provides excellent daily detailed messages, and photos and she doesn’t hesitate to ask questions. This gives me comfort in knowing that my two 17 year old cats are well cared for. Thank you for providing such exceptional service.
Karolly is so wonderful! This is our 2nd time having her over while we were out and she was just as amazing as the last time. She made sure our little Winona got plenty of love and play every day, and she made sure to share lots of pictures and videos of our cat being a cutie. Our personal vacation had some issues but no matter what was happening we knew things were going well at home with Karolly keeping an eye on our sweet girl.
This was our first time booking with rover and Annie was amazing to have over. She definitely goes out of her way to ensure quality care and attention to our pets over the course of her stay. I would highly recommend Annie to others. Thank you again for everything, you’re amazing!!!!
Aya came highly recommended from another rover sitter that we normally use when going out of town (our reg sitter was also going out of town) so we reached out to Aya- and we are happy we did! She was super responsive and you can tell she loves animals. Thank you Aya for letting us have peace of mind knowing our fur babies were in good hands while we were away 😻
Fantastic catsitter! Bari was wonderful with our two wild kitties. They are indoor only (although they would escape if permitted) and she kept them inside and kept up with their adventures as they got into everything - the plants, the cereal boxes, their own cat food. Highly recommend! Great catsitter.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Oak Park is $22
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Sitters in Oak Park average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Oak Park on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $22 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 Aug 2025, there are 2,877 cat sitters in Oak Park. 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, 86% of Oak Park cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Oak Park have an average of 14 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 Oak Park.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Oak Park 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 2,877 cat sitters in Oak Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Oak Park, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 89% 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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