Cat Sitting in Richmond
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1. Ella B.
“Ella was so incredibly communicative and thorough with visits with my cat :) would book again! No doubt she’s got the experience and heart for pet sitting. Couldn’t have asked for more.”
2. Alisha S.
“Once again Alisha has done an amazing job looking after our two cats! She follows directions to a T and is always super communicative. Our cats seem to love her as well. Will definitely be booking again.”
3. Marissa H.
“Marissa was very professional and did a wonderful job caring for my cat Eddie. Eddie is skeptical of strangers and hasn't felt comfortable approaching everyone who's watched him, which means he can be pretty stressed by the time I return. Within the first visit Eddie was comfortable approaching Marissa for treats/scratches, and his stress was very low when I returned!”
4. Rebecca O.
“Rebecca did a great job taking care of my two cats! She easily read their personalities, was kind, and thoughtful. I would gladly book her again!”
5. Bailey K.
“Bailey did a wonderful job with our shy kitty. I do believe she is a cat whisperer! She is very reliable , courteous and kept me very well informed. I will definitely use her again to care for my kitty!”
6. Mildred B.
“Really appreciated Mildred picking us up as client last minute. Ninja was so well taken care of. Loved Mildred’s good communication, loads of great pictures of my pet, and her awesome responsiveness. Definitely would use her again to watch Ninja!! Thank you!!”
7. Allison D.
“Allison was great! She took great care of our two cats and we were able to full enjoy our time away, confident that they were well looked after.”
8. Kat P.
“Kat is awesome. I was super nervous about using Rover for the first time, especially last minute. However, Kat came through and saved the day. She is polite, punctual, and so sweet; I rebooked immediately! Plus, my cats never eat this well when I’m gone. 10/10 would recommend Kat to a friend. :)”
9. Christine K.
“Christine is a wonderful cat mom. She sent thoughtful and detailed notes and photos of my cat. She also set up a meeting to meet my car prior to sitting. She is incredibly professional and I look forward to having her watch Lola again in the future.”
10. Brooke C.
“Thank you Brooke!”
11. Miranda P.
“Miranda is awesome! She’s taken care of our cats twice over the last year while we’ve been out of town and our girls love her. She not only does a great job feeding them and taking care of their litter box but also goes out of her way to make sure they get tons of pets, and play time (She’s even brought some new toys for them to try!). I can tell our cats love her and enjoy her company! If you’re looking for someone who is caring and reliable and will care of your pets as if they were her own, Miranda is the right person for the job!”
12. Hannah G.
“Hannah was so kind, professional, and excellent in her care for our Bird girl. Highly recommend and will use her again!”
13. Cora D.
“Cora did an excellent job watching my cat while I was away. She was flexible with the dates and had very prompt communication. I appreciated the daily updates as well.”
14. Lou C.
“Lou was great! We had a nice meeting to show him around before we left, then he visited our cats and chickens as scheduled while we were gone. I really liked getting text updates after each visit. Will definitely use him again when we travel.”
15. Alma P.
“Was able to cover us when our sitter cancelled last minute. Did a great job! The kitties were super happy when we got home. 10/10 would recommend”
16. Erin C.
About: I have dog-sat for multiple breeds of dogs over the past few years, including short stop ins for potty breaks and extended house stays. I love walking and playing with dogs, and have experience in administering medications. I work full-time from 7-5 on weekdays with Wednesdays off. I can care for pets mornings and evenings, as well as weekends, and depending on location can provide drop ins. I always discuss with clients how best to care for pets in their homes, including preferred walking routes, whether runs or fenced areas are available in yards, and what additional care each pet needs to be comfortable and happy.
17. Jordyn L.
“Jordyn took great care of our 4 yr. old rescue cat. She has only been with us 7 months and we were concerned she would feel abandoned. I appreciated that Jordyn was responsive and not pushy with Bella. We will certainly hire her again.”
18. Christina K.
“Christina was great!~ She communicated well and figured out a few details I forgot to include in my instructions. I was hesitant to use the service, but would do so again without reservation.”
19. Emily M.
“Emily has become an irreplaceable part of our lives. Her care for my girl Britney goes beyond just the basics—she treats her like one of her own, and Britney absolutely adores her (and so do I!) She is dependable, kind, and has an intuitive understanding of dogs that gives me complete peace of mind when I leave my pup. Every time Britney is with her, I know she’s happy, comfortable, and well cared for. 10/10 recommend her working with Emily :)”
20. Spencer k.
“Spencer has been a reliable, kind, & attentive pet sitter over the past several years. My dog Bean adores him! He has a genuine love for animals. I highly recommend Spencer for pet care.”
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Cat Sitting FAQs
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 Apr 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 Apr 2025, there are 144 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, 78% of Richmond cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Richmond have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 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 144 cat sitters in Richmond on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Richmond, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 94% 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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