Cat Sitting in Rancho Santa Margarita

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel H.
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Rachel H.
$15
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Rachel was awesome. Very attentive to detail and kept us updated. She is easy to work with and would recommend her to anyone. Very professional and understanding. We will definitely be using her services again. :)

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Jonathan K.
Sitter Profile Image: Ariana G.
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Ariana G.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
25 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
RSM, CA, 92688

Super sweet! U can tell she has great love for our four legged babies. Sadly Anabel did not warm up to her but isiaahs will be getting a therapy dog. And would love to have her help sit then. She's super communicative which I appreciated and helped keep isiaahs at ease

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Rebecca M.
Sitter Profile Image: Jolene K.
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Jolene K.
$24
total per visit
15 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

About: Hello! I’m a dependable and attentive pet sitter dedicated to providing high-quality care for your dog. I have experience with daily routines, leash walking, feeding schedules, and administering basic care. My goal is to maintain consistency and comfort for your pet while you’re away. I take safety seriously and communicate clearly, so you can relax knowing your dog is in good hands. I work from home and have a very flexible schedule. I’m able to take breaks as needed. On the weekends I like to stay close to home. I wouldn’t leave the house for more than a few hours at a time. Your pet will feel like they’re at home. They will receive the same love, attention and care! Any specific needs can be accommodated as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda R.
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Amanda R.
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
222 reviews
77 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Mission Viejo, CA, 92692

Amanda is absolutely wonderful! A very caring pet caretaker, she sent daily updates and even watered my plants and reached out immediately when she noticed a plumbing issue in my home. I HIGHLY recommend Amanda for any pet caretaking needs you have.

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Michelle D.
Sitter Profile Image: Shahla S.
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Shahla S.
$32
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
6 reviews
22 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Shahla was incredible! She watched my cat and rabbit for about a week and sent me constant pictures, videos, and updates. I only expected her to clean the litter box and feed them, but by day 2, she was playing with them and giving them love. I was surprised because both animals are very shy to new people, but they must have sensed her natural instinct and warmed up to her immediately. I’m so grateful for her and will definitely use her again.

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Roxana A.
Sitter Profile Image: Francesca M.
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Francesca M.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
34 reviews
4 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Really great communication and service for my cat on a short notice, highly recommend.

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Teo S.
Sitter Profile Image: Erica M.
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Erica M.
$27
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
35 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Trabuco Canyon, CA, 92679

Erica is great! Highly recommend! She took good care of our cat while we were away for almost 2 weeks. She is very reliable and we felt very comfortable being gone for that length of time with her as our pet sitter.

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Anne R.
Sitter Profile Image: Gina P.
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Gina P.
$27
total per visit
17 years of experience
Trabuco Canyon, CA, 92679

About: I have had my maltese, Milky, for fifteen years and unfortunately had to say goodbye to my childhood dog back in 2023. I would love to meet some new dogs and spend more time with some new friends! I have experience working with dogs as I worked at a dog grooming salon. I had always wanted a dog when I was younger and felt a strange connection to dogs, wherever and whenever I saw them. I have also worked with No Stray Left Behind which is an organization that helps adopt abandoned dogs. I’m currently working part-time so have plenty of time to look after or walk your pet! (: My schedule is pretty flexible so it shouldn’t be hard to find availability! I have a fenced backyard that is definitely safer than just letting the dog outside and also live in a cul de sac where I can safely walk the dog if needed!

Sitter Profile Image: Nancy K.
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Nancy K.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
70 reviews
23 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Nancy was great. She really took great care of Bianka. It was very communicative while I was away. Will use her again next time I have to travel

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Juan M.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexis Y.
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Alexis Y.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
44 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Lake forest, CA, 92610

Alexis is an absolute angel! She made my baby boy Boujee have a great time. She is kind patient and a total cat whisperer. I am 💯 rebooking with Alexis!! 🤩

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Navazeh T.
Sitter Profile Image: Aarthi U.
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Aarthi U.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
112 reviews
35 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lake Forest, CA, 92679

Aarthi watched my cats for this first time and I would definitely have her come back. She sent multiple pictures and very thorough updates each day so I knew everything has handled and my cats were well taken care of, which is exactly the feeling I want when I'm away!

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Lisa G.
Sitter Profile Image: Melissa L.
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Melissa L.
$27
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Melissa is soo sweet! She did drop ins on my 2 cats for 10 days and we loved her! She sent pictures everyday and even texted to ask where she could find cleaning supplies. We definitely recommend her and will be rebooking with her in the future! 🫶🏼

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Kelly F.
Sitter Profile Image: Shannon B.
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Shannon B.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Shannon took good care of Cadbury while we were away and sent pics everyday Thanks.

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Paul F.
Sitter Profile Image: Bradey S.
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Bradey S.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
59 reviews
22 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Lake Forest, CA, 92630

Bradey was absolutely amazing to our kitties. She was very communicative and sent a lot of photos as well. Would definitely work with her again🫶🏼

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Monica A.
Sitter Profile Image: Katie A.
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Katie A.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
21 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Trabuco Canyon, CA, 92679

Katie is so kind and generous with her time and took great care with our babies. When we had a delay in our travels home she was very quick to respond and schedule extra drop-ins which made us feel at ease. We will definitely be using Katie again and highly recommend her.

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Dani P.
Sitter Profile Image: David B.
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David B.
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
22 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Mission Viejo, CA, 92691

David was so caring and communicative while looking after my dear senior cat for a week. He put my mind at ease while away, leaving very thoughtful messages and updates with lots of pictures from each visit. I could tell my cat and him were bonding, having great quality time! Highly recommend David!

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Kelly C.
Sitter Profile Image: Christine B.
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Christine B.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Coto De Caza, CA, 92679

Totally awesome! Happy cat at our house🐈‍⬛

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Kelly P.
Sitter Profile Image: Kristie v.
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Kristie v.
$33
total per visit
5.0 out of 5.0 stars
41 reviews
10 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

Our dog, Bob and Roxy have become so comfortable with Kristie. She is always prompt and reliable that we continue to hire her for drop ins. Thank you for taking such good care of our babies.

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Marge K.
Sitter Profile Image: Tianna D.
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Tianna D.
$23
total per visit
4.9 out of 5.0 stars
129 reviews
54 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

This was the fourth time Tianna has taken care of my kitties while I had to go out of town, and she was awesome as always! She followed all instructions and made sure the kitties were safe and fed every day. I can't recommend her enough and will absolutely rebook next time I need to go out of town. Thank you, Tianna!

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Tiffani T.
Sitter Profile Image: Pili A.
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Pili A.
$35
total per visit
20 years of experience
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688

About: Hi I’m Pili ! A dependable caregiver with a calm presence and a flexible schedule. I understand how important it is to know your pets are safe and cared for, and I bring that responsibility to every visit. I focus on: • Walks or jogs for small/ medium and larger dogs 🚶‍♀️🐕 • Drop-in visits for meals, water, litter, and check-ins 🐾 • Evening and nighttime visits so pets don’t feel alone 🌙 • Holiday care, when reliable help matters most 🎄🐾 Important to Know: ✳️ For one hour Drop In visits, I will include a walk ✳️ For the larger dogs, please make sure they are very well mannered and safe to manage. ✳️ I specialize in consistent, dependable walks and drop-ins — including morning and evening routines when needed Why Choose Me? 🔆 Jogging/ Running your dog available 🌟 Dependable and detail-oriented 🌟 Calm, steady presence 🌟 Flexible scheduling — including evenings and holidays 🌟 Reliable communication + photo updates every visit If you’re looking for trustworthy, flexible care you can count on, I’d love to help. I’m an at home mom and homeowner with a flexible schedule, available 7 days a week. Since I spend much of my time at home, I’m able to reliably fit pet care into my daily routine. You can count on me to be present and dependable. You can trust me to drop in and care for your pet as often as needed — whether once or multiple times a day. I’ll take note of your pet’s routines and preferences, and follow them closely. For dogs: I’m strong and active, and can walk, jog, or run at the pace they need. For cats: I’ll refresh litter, tidy around the box, and give them the attention they enjoy — whether that’s play, cuddles, or quiet company.

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5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Amanda took really great care of our senior and junior pets! She keep everything clean and even took care of the trash and the dishes that’s used. Easy communication whenever I need to reach her with questions.

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Tina W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Rachel was awesome. Very attentive to detail and kept us updated. She is easy to work with and would recommend her to anyone. Very professional and understanding. We will definitely be using her services again. :)

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Jonathan K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Shahla was incredible! She watched my cat and rabbit for about a week and sent me constant pictures, videos, and updates. I only expected her to clean the litter box and feed them, but by day 2, she was playing with them and giving them love. I was surprised because both animals are very shy to new people, but they must have sensed her natural instinct and warmed up to her immediately. I’m so grateful for her and will definitely use her again.

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Roxana A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Nancy cares for our precious kitty as if he was her own. She is loving, dependable and excellent at communication. I highly recommend her!

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Christin S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Delaney watched our cat for a week with drop in visits. She was always on time, followed all care instructions, and sent the cutest photos. Our cat loved her! He was much less anxious than he normally is when we return from a trip, with a clean litter box.

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Claire J.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Kaitlyn is the best! She always takes great care of my kitties & is amazing! Can’t wait to book with her again. 🩷😻😻

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Shannon R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Nikki took such great care of my cat while I was out of town. She is communicative, respectful, and sends great check-in photos to reassure you that your baby is ok! Highly recommend!

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Laura L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Sonia was amazing with our cats! 🐾 She brought a calm, loving energy into our home—something we especially appreciated since our cats haven’t been getting along lately. She handled giving medication to both with ease and care, which gave us real peace of mind. Sonia was always on time, sent regular updates with photos, and communicated clearly throughout the visit. We could tell our cats felt safe with her. We wouldn’t hesitate to book her again!

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Mike & Mandy B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Avery is a great pet sitter we have used her twice to feed our cat while away,always on time and trustworthy and will follow your instructions to take care of your precious pet. Highly recommended.

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Paul F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Eve is wonderful with my cats, I always feel so much better knowing shes paying attention and caring for my cats. Eves respect towards my home and animals, open communication, availability, and flexibility keeps me coming back every time we're out of town.

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Nicholas K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Maddie was wonderful with our cat Einstein! She was kind and reliable, and it was clear he felt comfortable around her. We really appreciated the daily updates and pictures - it gave us peace of mind while we were away. Highly recommend!

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Zorana S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5.0 stars

Kaylie did a great job with our cat. She was very communicative, followed our care requests, and gave our boy plenty of playtime, pets, and treats! Would definitely recommend and book again!

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Kaitlin E.
Drop-In Visits
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Rancho Santa Margarita 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.

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As of Jan 2026, there are 1,470 cat sitters in Rancho Santa Margarita. 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, 82% of Rancho Santa Margarita cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in Rancho Santa Margarita have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Rancho Santa Margarita.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Rancho Santa Margarita 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 1,470 cat sitters in Rancho Santa Margarita on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Rancho Santa Margarita, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.

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