Cat Sitting in Portola Valley
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1. Kiana R.
“great pictures of our dog, prompt ,good communication”
2. Julia M.
“Could not have asked for a better sitter! Julia did a fantastic job, sending lots pictures and giving our cat lots of love. Very trustworthy will definitely use Julia again anytime we travel!!”
3. Fabiola G.
“I'm so glad we found Fabiola, she was a wonderful caretaker to our rabbits. She came over before our trip to make sure she understood what was necessary and was communicative throughout. She was very thorough, leaving their space very clean. She was also kind and we will definitely book her again!”
4. Kate B.
“Kate was great. Awesome communication and even dropped by to meet us before the first visit. Really appreciated that. Will definitely re-book.”
5. Chelsea L.
“Chelsea took really good care of our kitty. We came back to a tidy house and a happy cat.”
6. Xiyuan C.
“Xiyuan was super caring, punctual, and flexible. She followed all the instructions and helped out wherever she could. I really appreciate how she took my dog on long walks.”
7. Jennielyn B.
“I’m thrilled to recommend Jennielyn as an exceptional pet sitter! She has been a fantastic caregiver for my dogs, Jackson and Muñeca, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. When I met her, it was clear how much she genuinely loves and understands animals. Jennielyn makes dogs feel safe, comfortable and loved, which is such a gift. Jackson and Muñeca instantly connected with her, and what’s even more impressive is how well they got along with her dogs. She created a harmonious and safe environment where they all could thrive. Jennielyn’s attention to detail, from feeding schedules to playtime, made me feel completely at ease while I was away. She’s caring, responsible, and treats every dog as if they were her own. I wholeheartedly recommend Jennielyn to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving pet sitter.”
8. Michele M.
“Michele has been dog sitting for me for over 3 years. She takes excellent care of my dog JuneBug, who has a medical condition. Michele understands her complex medication needs and goes beyond what is necessary to make sure JuneBug is comfortable. Michele has stayed overnight to look after her numerous times and takes good care of my home as well. Michele is a kind, thoughtful and caring as well as extremely reliable person whom I would highly recommend to look after your dog!”
9. Kimberly K.
“Kimberly was so great! Super flexible on times,and communicating. she was Wonderful with our cat Who can be very Sweet and loving, With a feisty side! We will definitely be using her in the future with any of our cats sitting needs 😻”
10. Andrea P.
“Andrea Is a good person She took care of our dog by taking her for walks, feeding her, she is very nice with animals, in fact her favorite animal is dogs.”
11. Saturday G.
“Saturday was great with Mac, helping me out on late notice and super communicative throughout the process. Mac looks forward to more hang time!”
12. Stephanie A.
“Stephanie was awesome. She was easy to reach and communicative. She took great care of our sweet boy. LOVED the pics she sent. Next time we are in the area I will use her for sure!”
13. Juan M.
About: Raised and took care of my cat for 3 years. Walked dogs for others during that time as well. I’ve also have had a pet turtle for 10 years Recent college graduate, living in the bay area taking a year off before continuing with school. I’m available all week for a dog walks and pet sitting. I will respect the home and follow the rules set. As well as go above and beyond to give the clients the best pet care experiences possible.
14. Stina H.
“We recently hired Stina to check in on our new puppy, and we couldn't be happier. Stina is punctual, reliable, and communicates regularly with updates. She also treats our dog like her own. We highly recommend Stina and will be hiring her again!”
15. Trinity P.
“Trinity is one of the kindest, most compassionate people I know. Her love for animals shines through in everything she does. Your pets will be in excellent hands with her! - Anwar P.”
16. Sophia F.
“Sophia did an amazing job with my fur baby. I got amazing photo updates, and scout was so happy when I came back. I would definitely hire her again! She was professional, caring, and punctual. It’s hard to find a good pet sitter these days and Sophia is one in a million. My pup certainly loved her! I really appreciated how she went above and beyond to make scout happy, since scout can be a little bit anxious meeting new people. But with Sophia she warmed right up to her no problems!”
17. Genevieve K.
About: I’m a dog owner with 4+ years of animal care experience. I aspire to offer the same level of compassion, patience, and care for your pets as I do my own! I’m currently a student with a flexible class schedule, so I will have plenty of time to take your dog out for walks and to keep them engaged with play time! I am amenable to any specific care instructions from owners, whether it be keeping a pup crated for a specific amount of time or going through training!
18. Ingrid H.
“I’ve know Ingrid for a few years now as a friend and co worker. She’s very compassionate, responsible, and an active learner. She would be a great pet sitter because of her love for animals and experience working with both small and larger animals.”
19. Cole B.
“Cole is wonderful with our dog, Wrigley! Wrigley is always excited to see Cole - sometimes we think he likes Cole better than us! Cole is responsible and energetic - your pet will be in great hands with him!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Portola Valley on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $30 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 Jul 2024, there are 1,406 cat sitters in Portola Valley. 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, 85% of Portola Valley cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Portola Valley have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Portola Valley.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Portola Valley 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 1,406 cat sitters in Portola Valley on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Portola Valley, 94% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 87% 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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