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“Jaime was very gentle to my cat and was always on time and my cat loved his presence. My cat is very shy and doesn’t usually like visitors, but Jaime really bonded with my cat. Will definitely rebook him!!”
“Teresa is always so amazing and goes above and beyond to care for our cat. I have never booked with anybody else because I know that I will not be stressed during my travels, knowing that I have Teresa coming. We enjoy and trust her so much and it truly feels like she is family!”
“As always we appreciate Grace & her hard work! Every time she comes everything is handled perfectly. I hope she’s available for a long time! We love you Grace!”
“Dee M. Was a get pet sitter for my cats! She was always on time and if I had any concerns she was very helpful and responsive. I will definitely use her again.”
“Jess has checked in on my two cats a few times now! She is considerate and very good at communcating how the visits went. Would definitely recommend!”
“Petra was just purrfect for my kitty. She took the time and effort to do an in person meet and greet, and was professional, considerate, and most importantly seemed to have a great connection with my kitty 😺😺😺😺😺”
“This was my Husband and I’s first time using Rover and Carly was such an amazing find. From the moment we met Carly we knew our Kitty Fur Babies would be in good hands. She made sure she had their daily num num routine down along with their other personal care needs. Carly put us at ease being away from our Fur Babies Gala and Floki. We looked forward to getting our Rover Report Card everyday. It had an update with how they were doing along with pictures. She was also very quick with responding to messages. We were so beyond happy with how she took care of our Fur Babies. You will not go wrong with Carly.”
“Lynn was outstanding: she went above and beyond. She came over for a walk-through and my cats were fairly ill and I told her I might have to cancel my trip and take them to the vet (I could never leave them alone feeling like that). She was completely flexible and had no problem changing our schedule at the last moment when I did in fact cancel my trip. In the world of pet sitting, she is a rare find.”
“Gina did an amazing job with our 3 cats. It was wonderful to receive daily messages and photos with updates on our fuzzy buddies. She played with them every day and cared for them well 💕 Thank you, Gina!”
“Emily always takes such care and time with our cat clan. They always seem no worse for wear when we return and it gives us great peace of mind.”
“Madaline is amazing! She was kind, attentive, and very dependable. My cats loved her too! She even managed to get my incredibly scared and skittish cat to come out of hiding during her visits - truly a miracle! I highly recommend Madaline!”
“Wow! Christie & her delightful daughter were amazing taking care of our elderly cat for a week. Their daily photos/updates kept this anxious cat mom relaxed and happy. Best vacation ever! And we returned to a house that I swear was cleaner than when we left. "That's how we do it!" said Aya. My sweet kitty has two new best friends!”
“Elizabeth was great! She kept me updated during her visits with my 2 cats and seemed to enjoy her time with them.”
About: I genuinely love dogs and bring that passion into every part of my care. I have a 10-year-old dog of my own named Lola, so I understand the needs of older pups and how important it is to be gentle, patient, and attentive. I’ve also taken care of dogs for family and friends—walking them, playing with them, and staying overnight to keep them company. What really sets me apart is the joy I get from making dogs happy. I love seeing them content and tired after a fun walk or play session, and I always aim to give them the same happiness they bring to me. I’m excited to work a lot this summer and give every dog the love, energy, and attention they deserve! I am a student home from college with lots of time on my hands! I am available weekdays in the mornings, afternoons, and most evenings with lots of flexibility! I am looking to work lots of hours, spend time outside, and get my steps in! I am very hands on when it comes to taking care of pets! I have a very open schedule, so can be at any clients house for most/all of the day. I am great at keeping pets on schedule and ensuring to stick to their routine to keep them happy and healthy!
“Michelle was AWESOME!! She did a great job following our cat's care instructions and kept us updated each day. We could tell that Zander loved her! It is nice to know your fur baby is in good hands when you are away! Thank you, Michelle! ❤️”
About: I have had the privilege of caring for dogs my whole life, which has given me extensive experience in walking, feeding, and providing companionship to these wonderful animals. One of my favorite aspects of pet care is walking dogs. Whether it's a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood or a more adventurous hike, I ensure that each dog enjoys their walk while maintaining a steady pace and keeping an eye out for any potential hazards. My experience in pet care has taught me how to be attentive to the needs of each dog, build trust with them, and ensure they receive the love and care they deserve. Whether it's through exercise, meals, or simply offering my time, I always aim to be a responsible and caring companion to the dogs in my care. I am able to balance pet-care with my responsibilities as a part-time substitute teacher and mom of 3. The flexibility of my schedule allows me to dedicate time to my pet care duties while still teaching part time. When caring for pets in peoples homes, my primary focus is always on their safety, comfort, and well-being. I believe that creating a safe and loving environment is essential to ensuring the pets feel secure and cared for while their owners are away.
“She was lovely. My 2 cats had a great time. The photos were a wonderful reassurance as well as a pick me up when I was traveling! She did amazing with the accommodations for my cats and was a delight to speak to. Everything went perfectly and when I need a place to board them, she’ll be the first place I look! Thank you for doing such a great job!”
“Great!”
“Makayla was amazing! I booked a trip last minute and she was comfortable walking through everything via a video chat. She communicated with me all weekend and always made sure to send pictures. The house looked exactly how we left it! Seeing the snow prints from the dog playing in the backyard shows she took the extra time to make sure he got all his energy out (even during a snow storm). I will definitely use her again! 10/10”
About: I just love pets … and want to take care of yours as my own! I have either owned or had a pet in my life … ALL of my life! I do know what it takes to love and care for them and take this responsibility seriously 😊. I am a retired Army guy of 34 years and this is just a next opportunity for me to help those in the community that need someone to entrust their fur baby to someone and honored it could be me! Just again a retired army guy that has a fair amount of flexibility and doing this as a fun gig job … if the dates and times work for both of us then great, if not I hope I can align with you another time! We currently are taking care of our ‘granddog’, Larry the Corgi. Larry has a partially fenced yard but has been trained to stay in yard while we are out with him. We have also had huskies which of course needed a fenced in yard so we also had that for their safety as runners! Both dogs each walked on leashes, he plenty of playtime outside with other dogs, and provided safe and comfy sleeping places in and out! Our fur babies where treated like family and look forward to treating yours as the same per YOUR guidance and preferences
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1. Jamie B.
“Jaime was very gentle to my cat and was always on time and my cat loved his presence. My cat is very shy and doesn’t usually like visitors, but Jaime really bonded with my cat. Will definitely rebook him!!”
2. Theresa D.
“Teresa is always so amazing and goes above and beyond to care for our cat. I have never booked with anybody else because I know that I will not be stressed during my travels, knowing that I have Teresa coming. We enjoy and trust her so much and it truly feels like she is family!”
3. Grace C.
“As always we appreciate Grace & her hard work! Every time she comes everything is handled perfectly. I hope she’s available for a long time! We love you Grace!”
4. Dee M.
“Dee M. Was a get pet sitter for my cats! She was always on time and if I had any concerns she was very helpful and responsive. I will definitely use her again.”
5. Jess P.
“Jess has checked in on my two cats a few times now! She is considerate and very good at communcating how the visits went. Would definitely recommend!”
6. Petra P.
“Petra was just purrfect for my kitty. She took the time and effort to do an in person meet and greet, and was professional, considerate, and most importantly seemed to have a great connection with my kitty 😺😺😺😺😺”
7. Carly B.
“This was my Husband and I’s first time using Rover and Carly was such an amazing find. From the moment we met Carly we knew our Kitty Fur Babies would be in good hands. She made sure she had their daily num num routine down along with their other personal care needs. Carly put us at ease being away from our Fur Babies Gala and Floki. We looked forward to getting our Rover Report Card everyday. It had an update with how they were doing along with pictures. She was also very quick with responding to messages. We were so beyond happy with how she took care of our Fur Babies. You will not go wrong with Carly.”
8. Lynn K.
“Lynn was outstanding: she went above and beyond. She came over for a walk-through and my cats were fairly ill and I told her I might have to cancel my trip and take them to the vet (I could never leave them alone feeling like that). She was completely flexible and had no problem changing our schedule at the last moment when I did in fact cancel my trip. In the world of pet sitting, she is a rare find.”
9. Gina L.
“Gina did an amazing job with our 3 cats. It was wonderful to receive daily messages and photos with updates on our fuzzy buddies. She played with them every day and cared for them well 💕 Thank you, Gina!”
10. Emily A.
“Emily always takes such care and time with our cat clan. They always seem no worse for wear when we return and it gives us great peace of mind.”
11. Madaline S.
“Madaline is amazing! She was kind, attentive, and very dependable. My cats loved her too! She even managed to get my incredibly scared and skittish cat to come out of hiding during her visits - truly a miracle! I highly recommend Madaline!”
12. Christina W.
“Wow! Christie & her delightful daughter were amazing taking care of our elderly cat for a week. Their daily photos/updates kept this anxious cat mom relaxed and happy. Best vacation ever! And we returned to a house that I swear was cleaner than when we left. "That's how we do it!" said Aya. My sweet kitty has two new best friends!”
13. Elizabeth S.
“Elizabeth was great! She kept me updated during her visits with my 2 cats and seemed to enjoy her time with them.”
14. Molly L.
About: I genuinely love dogs and bring that passion into every part of my care. I have a 10-year-old dog of my own named Lola, so I understand the needs of older pups and how important it is to be gentle, patient, and attentive. I’ve also taken care of dogs for family and friends—walking them, playing with them, and staying overnight to keep them company. What really sets me apart is the joy I get from making dogs happy. I love seeing them content and tired after a fun walk or play session, and I always aim to give them the same happiness they bring to me. I’m excited to work a lot this summer and give every dog the love, energy, and attention they deserve! I am a student home from college with lots of time on my hands! I am available weekdays in the mornings, afternoons, and most evenings with lots of flexibility! I am looking to work lots of hours, spend time outside, and get my steps in! I am very hands on when it comes to taking care of pets! I have a very open schedule, so can be at any clients house for most/all of the day. I am great at keeping pets on schedule and ensuring to stick to their routine to keep them happy and healthy!
15. Michelle W.
“Michelle was AWESOME!! She did a great job following our cat's care instructions and kept us updated each day. We could tell that Zander loved her! It is nice to know your fur baby is in good hands when you are away! Thank you, Michelle! ❤️”
16. Elizabeth P.
About: I have had the privilege of caring for dogs my whole life, which has given me extensive experience in walking, feeding, and providing companionship to these wonderful animals. One of my favorite aspects of pet care is walking dogs. Whether it's a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood or a more adventurous hike, I ensure that each dog enjoys their walk while maintaining a steady pace and keeping an eye out for any potential hazards. My experience in pet care has taught me how to be attentive to the needs of each dog, build trust with them, and ensure they receive the love and care they deserve. Whether it's through exercise, meals, or simply offering my time, I always aim to be a responsible and caring companion to the dogs in my care. I am able to balance pet-care with my responsibilities as a part-time substitute teacher and mom of 3. The flexibility of my schedule allows me to dedicate time to my pet care duties while still teaching part time. When caring for pets in peoples homes, my primary focus is always on their safety, comfort, and well-being. I believe that creating a safe and loving environment is essential to ensuring the pets feel secure and cared for while their owners are away.
17. Becky K.
“She was lovely. My 2 cats had a great time. The photos were a wonderful reassurance as well as a pick me up when I was traveling! She did amazing with the accommodations for my cats and was a delight to speak to. Everything went perfectly and when I need a place to board them, she’ll be the first place I look! Thank you for doing such a great job!”
18. Marcy H.
“Great!”
19. Makayla I.
“Makayla was amazing! I booked a trip last minute and she was comfortable walking through everything via a video chat. She communicated with me all weekend and always made sure to send pictures. The house looked exactly how we left it! Seeing the snow prints from the dog playing in the backyard shows she took the extra time to make sure he got all his energy out (even during a snow storm). I will definitely use her again! 10/10”
20. Rod L.
“I’ve known Rod for over 30 years. Rod has had pets as part of his family for the majority of his life. He has owned mostly Husky’s. However, he also owned a German Shepherd and a cat. He is also a Grandpa to a three old energetic Corgi. Rod’s pets are considered pals. They do everything with him. He takes them for car rides, running, boating, fishing, and for long walks around the neighborhood. He even takes naps with them. 😊 He also enjoys interacting with pets in the neighborhood (too many to mention). And, on occasion he has been asked to care for their pets when they go on vacation or business trips. If you are looking for a pet care provider that will treat your beloved pet like a family member, is a person who honors commitments, shows up on time, and is trust worthy (retired military) then Rod is your person. I’d rate him two 🐾!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Portage on Rover as of May 2025 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.
As of May 2025, there are 95 cat sitters in Portage. 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, 91% of Portage cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Portage have an average of 18 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Portage.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Portage 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 95 cat sitters in Portage on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Portage, 93% 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.
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