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“Took care of my two cats and did a great job! They warmed up to her very quickly even though they’re usually pretty skittish. I came home to find their dishes full and litter clean. She did a fantastic job of taking care of my babies”
“We recently used Devon to watch our 3 cats and are very glad we booked her! She is extremely responsive, kept us up to date on our cats and gave them extra love and attention. We are so glad we found someone we can trust with our cats.”
About: I’ve done pet sitting for years, taking care of a senior diabetic dog and cat, as well as puppies, kittens, rats, and reptiles! I have experience giving medication, especially insulin injections, to both cats and dogs. I love all animals, and between working as a veterinary assistant and attending college to become a veterinarian, I am dedicated to your pets and taking care of them! I’m currently going to college, but I’m available either before, after, or between classes depending on the day, as well as weekends and over breaks I will treat your pets just as I treat my own, with love, patience, and care! I’ll play, walk, feed, and give love and attention to every pet.
“Fawn is amazing and very communicative, and took great care of my cats. I felt very safe leaving them in Fawn’s care and will definitely use them again.”
“Amber was amazing! Couldn’t have asked for a better person to check up on my cat while I was out of town.”
“Jorden did a great job house-sitting with our 2 cats. Communicative and friendly!”
“Maggie did a great job with Bud, she was also prompt and delightful! Hope to see you again Maggie, thank you!”
“Hayley is AMAZING!! One of my cats is very social and the other is shy. She got BOTH of them playing, brushed them, and made sure they knew they were loved on top of the bare minimum of feeding them and giving my old lady her meds. She even checked to make sure my hamster was still breathing while I was away since it was always during my hamster’s sleep time that she was there. Highly recommend. Will be using again if I ever am going away and she is available”
“Maggie is great cat whisperer who easily relaxed a timid cat.”
“Kiersten came to my rescue when I needed last minute help with my dog.”
About: I have taken care of cats, dogs, Small animals like mice, guinea pigs, fish, turtles. All way to farm animals like sheep, goats and even horses. Due to growing up in small town farming community. Currently I am supervising and helping my teenage daughter care for multiple miniature and full size horses in Leverett MA. I also have two wonderfully spoiled cats and a dog at home. Have some openings in evening and most weekends as at this time I do have a full time 9-5 job. Looking to see where this goes. I do not have fenced in yard but I keep my current dog on tie out or 50ft lead. Very quiet not normally traveled area around house with big yard to play. At clients home depends on environment there. Would prefer no off leash unless securely fenced area.
About: I have walked dogs of all different sizes, ages & breeds. I have also administered medications ( oral & topical ), changed bandages. I've loved animals my entire life & my client's pups/pets become "my" pets..in other words, I love them like they were my own. * I prefer to do "Meet & Greets" with potential clients and their pets prior to taking the "job", so not only do I and the pets get to meet, but the pet parent(s) & I can also meet & discuss any schedules, routines, etc. as well as go over any questions. I want to not only be comfortable with them, but I want the pet parent(s) & of course, the pets, to be comfortable with me as well. P.S. I’ve worked in many horse barns in my 20’s, so don’t hesitate to reach out for help ( even if it’s a one time thing :) I’m pretty available due to being on Social Security ( due to a major car accident in 2009), so I do this to not only supplement my income but because I love animals & it also helps me in multiple ways ( mentally, physically, etc.) I treat your home like my home in the sense that I become protective of the space ( & pets of course), I don’t like random people showing up/trying to enter the home without my hearing Directly from the homeowner. After I’m familiar w/ the way things typically are ( ex. what vehicle(s) are routinely there/not there then a “random” vehicle is suddenly there, I will be suspicious & notify the pet parent/home owner right away to make sure it’s ok to be there).
About: I have had a dog since I was born. My dog and I grew up together, learning together. Saying that I’ve had my fair share of experience being with pets. I have always had the responsibility to learn how to take care of them and their needs and we can’t forget having fun with toys and walks. Recently my dog sadly passed away and I would love nothing more being pets again. I currently work night shift during the week. So I’ll be available during the day after 7 am for playtime and walks and making sure they are fed and whatever they may need. I also have the weekends off Unfortunately I do not have a fenced in yard but I do have lots of grass for them to run around in and live in a quiet neighborhood perfect for walks. Since I’m used to having two dogs in the home, I can accommodate most specific needs.
“I'm glad Miss Olivia felt comfortable enough to come out. She usually stays out of sight.”
“Definitely 5 stars for Stacie for her first time visits with our cat. Stacie came to our home 4 times while we were away. When we arrived home, our cat was calm and happy. Stacie is very communicative, a kind and caring person. I would not hesitate (and will) book Stacie again! Clearly recommended.”
“Megan is our new bunny sitter. She has experience with bunnies and our bunny was immediately very comfortable with her. Megan is a great communicator and very dependable. She leaves the house in perfect condition. We have already booked her for future dates. Highly recommend.”
“Nikki was amazing ! I forgot to ask her to feed Eden and she happily went back and fed her!”
“Thanks Aley! Great job”
“Karen stayed with luna for 4 hours, walked her and played with her. Sheis reliable, friendly to humans and dogs and is responsible. I recommend her very highlyl”
“Rebecca was great! She was very thorough taking care of my dog Mabel who is a 140 lb English Mastiff. She sent pictures and updates of her visits. I could tell that Mabel was very comfortable with her and was a happy dog. I would highly recommend her for dog sitting, and walking, or any pet care for that matter.”
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Carlea O.
“Took care of my two cats and did a great job! They warmed up to her very quickly even though they’re usually pretty skittish. I came home to find their dishes full and litter clean. She did a fantastic job of taking care of my babies”
Devon P.Star Sitter
“We recently used Devon to watch our 3 cats and are very glad we booked her! She is extremely responsive, kept us up to date on our cats and gave them extra love and attention. We are so glad we found someone we can trust with our cats.”
Aurore L.
“Aurore exhibits a profound affinity for a diverse range of animals, demonstrating exceptional compassion and care towards them. I am sure that she would love your pet almost as much as you do 😃”
Fawn W.Star Sitter
“Fawn is amazing and very communicative, and took great care of my cats. I felt very safe leaving them in Fawn’s care and will definitely use them again.”
Amber D.Star Sitter
“Amber was amazing! Couldn’t have asked for a better person to check up on my cat while I was out of town.”
Jorden A.Star Sitter
“Jorden did a great job house-sitting with our 2 cats. Communicative and friendly!”
Maggie R.Star Sitter
“Maggie did a great job with Bud, she was also prompt and delightful! Hope to see you again Maggie, thank you!”
Haley C.Star Sitter
“Hayley is AMAZING!! One of my cats is very social and the other is shy. She got BOTH of them playing, brushed them, and made sure they knew they were loved on top of the bare minimum of feeding them and giving my old lady her meds. She even checked to make sure my hamster was still breathing while I was away since it was always during my hamster’s sleep time that she was there. Highly recommend. Will be using again if I ever am going away and she is available”
Magdalena P.
“Maggie is great cat whisperer who easily relaxed a timid cat.”
Kiersten S.
“Kiersten came to my rescue when I needed last minute help with my dog.”
Rosalind L.
About: I have taken care of cats, dogs, Small animals like mice, guinea pigs, fish, turtles. All way to farm animals like sheep, goats and even horses. Due to growing up in small town farming community. Currently I am supervising and helping my teenage daughter care for multiple miniature and full size horses in Leverett MA. I also have two wonderfully spoiled cats and a dog at home. Have some openings in evening and most weekends as at this time I do have a full time 9-5 job. Looking to see where this goes. I do not have fenced in yard but I keep my current dog on tie out or 50ft lead. Very quiet not normally traveled area around house with big yard to play. At clients home depends on environment there. Would prefer no off leash unless securely fenced area.
Nichole S.
“Nichole has been taking care of pets for me for more than a decade. She's very caring, punctual, and my animals have just loved her! She has a gentle touch and the best rapport with animals of any human I've ever known!”
Tatyana G.
About: I have had a dog since I was born. My dog and I grew up together, learning together. Saying that I’ve had my fair share of experience being with pets. I have always had the responsibility to learn how to take care of them and their needs and we can’t forget having fun with toys and walks. Recently my dog sadly passed away and I would love nothing more being pets again. I currently work night shift during the week. So I’ll be available during the day after 7 am for playtime and walks and making sure they are fed and whatever they may need. I also have the weekends off Unfortunately I do not have a fenced in yard but I do have lots of grass for them to run around in and live in a quiet neighborhood perfect for walks. Since I’m used to having two dogs in the home, I can accommodate most specific needs.
Megan H.
“I'm glad Miss Olivia felt comfortable enough to come out. She usually stays out of sight.”
Stacie S.
“Definitely 5 stars for Stacie for her first time visits with our cat. Stacie came to our home 4 times while we were away. When we arrived home, our cat was calm and happy. Stacie is very communicative, a kind and caring person. I would not hesitate (and will) book Stacie again! Clearly recommended.”
Megan A.
“Megan is our new bunny sitter. She has experience with bunnies and our bunny was immediately very comfortable with her. Megan is a great communicator and very dependable. She leaves the house in perfect condition. We have already booked her for future dates. Highly recommend.”
Nikki D.
“Nikki was amazing ! I forgot to ask her to feed Eden and she happily went back and fed her!”
Aley M.
“Thanks Aley! Great job”
Karen K.
“Karen stayed with luna for 4 hours, walked her and played with her. Sheis reliable, friendly to humans and dogs and is responsible. I recommend her very highlyl”
Rebecca K.
“Rebecca was great! She was very thorough taking care of my dog Mabel who is a 140 lb English Mastiff. She sent pictures and updates of her visits. I could tell that Mabel was very comfortable with her and was a happy dog. I would highly recommend her for dog sitting, and walking, or any pet care for that matter.”
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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 Richmond on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 67 cat sitters in Richmond. 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, 92% of Richmond cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Richmond have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Richmond.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Richmond 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 67 cat sitters in Richmond on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Richmond, 91% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 83% 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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