Cat Sitting in Riverside
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1. Fawn B.
“We are so grateful to have Fawn’s help taking care of our fur baby while we were away. It is great to have someone we can trust. Thank you, Fawn!”
2. Elizabeth E.
“Elizabeth arrived on time and took our puppy for a brisk walk to wear off some energy despite the cold. She provided plenty of pictures and was in contact throughout the check ins. We will rebook again.”
3. Tiffany B.
“Tiffany was extremely helpful and easy to work with. We couldn’t ask for a better person to come and look after our animals/children. Highly recommend.”
4. Morganne M.
“Morganne was great! She communicated well and sent pictures of my pup having the best time. I will absolutely be having her drop in again. She was prompt and professional. 11/10 would recommend Morganne!”
5. Haley N.
“Haley was fantastic and took amazing care of my cat! I sincerely appreciated her attentiveness to Gus’s needs and her communication while I was away.”
6. Ian R.
About: Hi, my name is Ian! I'm new to Rover but have owned pets my entire life. Seniors are my forte, but I'm comfortable working with cats and dogs of any age. I have lots of prior experience petsitting and doing work with the Iowa City Animal Shelter. Hope to hear from you! My schedule is very flexible - I am available weekends and weekdays from late morning (9/10am) to late evening. Currently I am unavailable on Thursday and Friday evenings between 6pm and 9pm, but can do late-night visits on those days. Before the first official visit, I will ask about pertinent info about your home, like if there is a room / area of the house your pet is not allowed in. If any smaller messes happen (accidents, tracking dirt, etc.) I am happy to clean them up with no extra charge. I do my very best to leave people's space the way it looked before the visit.
7. Carly & Angela A.
“Carly and Angela were incredible and really helped me out in a pinch! They were flexible and great communicators. I will definitely be using them again! Highly recommend.”
8. Jenna B.
“Jenna was awesome with our zoo! Great communication about what was going on while we were away. She went above and beyond what was required, such as taking the trash bin out and bringing treats for the chickens from her home. Very reliable and thorough and would definitely recommend!”
9. Sierra L.
“Sierra is conscientious and gentle, caring for my older cat and administering medications while I was away. I’m grateful for her kindness, and I appreciated the time she took to make sure Oliver was well and had company. She sent thorough updates with photos, which were also greatly appreciated. I wouldn’t hestitate to recommend her or to book with her again.”
10. Jeanette R.
“Jeanette did a great job watching my dog while I was away on vacation. Always sending updates with lots of pictures of them playing which put my mind at ease. He looked very happy each time she stopped by!”
11. Maddie W.
“We have used Maddie for about a year now to watch our cats. Maddie is an expert at caring for them and it really shows in the details for the care she provides. We have a cat with special needs and we feel super comfortable leaving them in her care. She’s really thoughtful in everything she does, is a great communicator, responds in a timely manner, and is super fair with pricing. I love having her around and would always be willing to give her any kind of reference she needs”
12. matt b.
“Matt was great with my senior kitty! He was able to take her on with short notice. He was attentive and made sure she was well loved while I was gone.”
13. Anna R.
“Annie has taken care of our dogs and cats several times over the last 4 years, including a few times when she was even able to help out quite last-minute. I have appreciated her sincere love of our pets as well as her flexibility and her commitment to their care. I know that I can leave town without stressing when Annie is taking care of our pets because they are in such great hands!”
14. Alyssa M.
About: Hi! My name is Alyssa and I'm a second-year student at the University of Iowa & born/raised in Iowa City. I've been caring for pets on my own for around 10 years now, and I absolutely love it! I currently work at Lucky Pawz Daycare and have been since July of 2022. I also own a border collie/ poodle mixed dog and adore both cats and dogs. With me, your pet(s) will receive the best care along with any additional tasks if requested. I’m currently looking for a part-time job outside of being a student at the University of Iowa. I have very open availability on weekdays and weekends as well! I offer house/pet sitting, walking, and drop-in visits any day, as well as daycare/boarding in your home on certain days! I am willing to do whatever it takes to make your pet feel as loved and comforted as possible!
15. Meghan B.
“Thanks Meghan for your flexibility and care for Ronan!”
16. Jackie C.
“Thank you so much! Really appreciate making time to watch JG and especially so last minute! It made me so happy and laugh to see all the pictures and little updates.”
17. Emma S.
“Emma has taken care of multiple of my cats and dogs for the past 3.5 years and has always done a fantastic job! She is so caring and all of my pets have always loved to see her. Emma goes out of her way to ensure that all of my pets have gotten plenty physical and mental stimulation. I will always trust her to take care of my pets and cannot recommend her enough for anyone else to consider. You will be so happy with the care she provides!”
18. Alexander K.
About: I grew up with dogs and have always enjoyed taking care of them. I've taken care of old dogs, puppies, and dogs in their prime. I love taking dogs on walks, especially if I can run with them. Getting outside is great. I'm a busy guy, but any second I'm not working is a waste. I work overnights during weekdays and part-time jobs every day except Sunday. I hope pet care can fill the gaps in my schedule. I don't board now because of the rules of my landlord, but I will stay in other homes and get dogs outside whenever I can. I love taking dogs to the park and getting them exercise.
19. Emma V.
“Emma V grew up in a family who raised golden retrievers. I witnessed her care for each litter and she did a phenomenal job. There is no doubt Emma would take the best care of your puppies / kitties and give them unconditional love. On top of her exceptional animal care, she is extremely responsible and trustworthy. I highly recommend her for your pet care needs! You won't be disappointed.”
20. Shelby S.
“It is a pleasure to recommend Shelby as a pet sitter. She has cared for our cat, Buddy Holly, a number of times. He is 12 years old and usually hides when someone visits our home. When Shelby arrives he runs toward her. She is reliable and can be counted on to take care of our beloved pet.”
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Cat Sitting FAQs
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Riverside on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $15 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 2025, there are 65 cat sitters in Riverside. 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, 89% of Riverside cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Riverside have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Riverside.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Riverside 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 65 cat sitters in Riverside on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Riverside, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% 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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