Cat Sitting in Rensselaer
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“Juliana cared for my two kitties for 3 weeks straight. She was amazing with them and kept the apartment neat and tidy. Her responses are quick and she takes the cutest photos. Even my shy cat was snuggling with her by the end of three weeks! I cannot recommend her services enough”
“Wonderful cat watcher! She was able to be flexible when I had some trip date adjustments and another watcher wasn't available. Even my shy cat felt comfortable around her! I didn't feel anxiety knowing they were being taken care of and receiving a bunch of updates. Thank you!”
“Hannah was a life saver for my cat Lt. Danders. He needs daily medication and it meant the world to have him in experienced and kind hands. Hannah sent lots of pictures, used the check in function which was fantastic, and wrote nice notes about the cats for me to read each day I was gone. I will absolutely be asking her to take care of Dan and Maisy anytime I have to go away from now on.”
About: For a year, I walked my neighbor's Cavalier King Charles spaniel while she was recovering from a hip injury, until she could walk better. She and her daughter greatly appreciated my help and have said to me that their dog Cooper has been so much happier ever since he met me. I am a college student that goes to school 5 days a week from 7am to 2 pm. I can do early morning walks before 7am since I am a morning person, and I can do walks or come over after class. I am free on most weekends. I cannot bring pets into my home since I have two cats that are not very pet-friendly. But I can do all the care you need me to do at your house.
“Miranda was so wonderful with my three boys! She kept me updated, helped with my foster kittens, made sure everything was neat, and most importantly loved my cats like I do. It was a wonderful experience.”
“Alicia accepted to pet sit for me last min on Christmas Day. I truly appreciate it and she came nice and early to make sure all the kitty’s were fed. Alicia followed instructions well.”
About: I had over ten dogs growing up, both large and small, and have had three cats. All have lived to an old age and had a wonderful quality of life! I work from 7am-3pm Monday-Friday with occasional work from homes, so I can provide pet care in the early morning and/or afternoon/evening! On weekends, I am flexible! I focus on building trust and affection with pets, ensuring play time and pets are on their terms, giving space as needed! I am big on safety and keeping a watchful eye on them.
“Deb did a great job watching my kitties! She was very communicative and asked questions beforehand so I immediately felt relieved and knew they would be in good hands. I would definitely recommend her!”
“Laney is amazing! I’ve used her 3 or 4 times for nearly week long drop-ins for my elderly cat. Simone always seems happy to see me home, but was obviously well cared for in my absence. Great communication, handles my old door and funky electronic locks with ease, etc etc. 10/10 would recommend!”
About: I've been taking care of animals since I was a child, and I have experience with dogs and cats of all kinds. I have a deep respect for all animals, including those that are shy or have special needs, and I'm committed to giving them the care they deserve. During the week I usually get home from work around 4pm, so I'm available for late afternoon or evening visits. I'm generally around on weekends and holidays. When introducing myself I allow the animal to approach me first, I take things slow if they're shy or nervous. I'm familiar with dog and cat body language so I can recognize signs of stress or aggression. When walking dogs I'm always aware of my surroundings and will adjust the route if I need to.
“Alexandra took such great care of our kitties while we were away! I love how thorough she is. We received many pictures of the cats getting snuggles and playing. She made us feel so confident that they were doing well and taken care of while we were away!”
About: I have always had a house full of pets! From older dogs who need a little extra attention or help getting around, to active cats running around looking for play! Im active and attentive and love to get to know each animal :) I will have some time off from work the next few weeks, and will have full availability to sit/walk. While working, I have mornings free and nights free as well. I work for EPBGC so I’m working with kids and coming home to my dogs Billy Ray, Phantom, and Otto. And my cats Dooney and Chloe! I have a fenced backyard for the dogs, and keep watch while on walks for any other dogs near. My cats have a cat door down to their basement utopia! We spend a lot of time together so I notice when their acting out of sorts or under the weather.
“Kim was great. She communicated with us the entire time and was very patient with our cat who is a little difficult. She is dependable and you will have peace of mind knowing she’s taking care of your pets while you’re away.”
Over 76 pet parents in Rensselaer have booked cat sitting
Rensselaer cat parents share their Rover experiences
Juliana is always dependable and caring. She made sure to play and give lots of pets to my playful and cuddles-loving kitty and also respectful of my shyer cat’s needs (and my shy cat let Juliana pet her) :) I knew they were well cared for and I didn’t need to worry about them while on vacation. Thanks Juli!!
Nina took care of my cat Alfie for a week while I was away. She was a phenomenal sitter! She took great care of him and sent good updates on how he was doing. Alfie even has some new toys to enjoy after her visits. Your animal will be in good hands with Nina!
There is no one I trust my pets (cat and dog) with more than Freedom. I can tell she cares deeply for them and goes above and beyond to make sure they are taken care of. I highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies whenever you need someone you can trust!
Katrina did a great job taking care of our five sweet kitties! She was prompt, friendly, and sent pics of our kitties each day. She handled our asthmatic cat's inhaler like a champ and sent helpful updates about our cats that put our minds at ease while we were away. We felt comfortable having her in our home after a very pleasant and thorough meet and greet and we're looking forward to working with her again soon. Thank you so much, Katrina!
Mel always plays with our cats and they love when she comes to visit! Mel leaves details and videos, and asks questions if she isn't sure. She even used the broom to get the cat toys from the under the couch for them. She even checks on our parakeets :) Thanks, Mel!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Rensselaer is $25
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Sitters in Rensselaer average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Rensselaer on Rover as of Mar 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.
As of Mar 2026, there are 292 cat sitters in Rensselaer. 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 Rensselaer cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Rensselaer 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 292 cat sitters in Rensselaer on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Rensselaer, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% 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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