Cat Sitting in Riverside
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“Kelly is great for drop-in visits! Punctual, thorough, and very responsive to my pet's needs. Kelly kept me updated through messages with photos of my pet during her visits.”



“Amber took great care of my rabbit and cat while I was away. She came to meet them and get instructions before, and she was very easily reached if I needed to contact her. She also took some really great pictures of both of them during her visits, which was reassuring and fun. I will definitely be rebooking with Amber for our next trip. Thank you!”

“Gabrielle was amazing with my babies and helped me with a last minute sitting which I am incredibly thankful for! Great communication - extremely thoughtful - my grumpy senior kitty loved her. I can’t say enough good things - thank you so much!”


“Amanda was a spectacular sitter! I just moved to the area and was so glad to have stumbled upon her profile to sit my two kitties. I have a very anxious, shy cat that she was able to feed and take care of. Amanda was a gentle care giver and was very polite. Would recommend for anyone needing a sitter!”


“Julie did a wonderful job looking after our cat, Felix. He was shy with her initially, which we expected. But he warmed up to her as she fed him and played with him. Julie provided great photos and videos, which went a long way to comfort us pet parents missing our baby!”


“We've hired Cheri to watch our cats several times, and I was a little worried when I saw that our town was no longer in her service area. I was so relieved when she said she'd be happy to help us out - over Memorial Day weekend no less. To further complicate things, we were going out of town for a baseball tournament and didn't know what day our son's team would finish playing, AND rain was predicted--putting our schedule completely up in the air. Our one cat has diabetes and requires insulin shots twice a day, and it's extremely difficult to find someone skilled in giving injectables, let alone someone who is flexible with scheduling. We also have community cats who visit our backyard, and Cheri doesn't bat an eye when it comes to venturing out in messy weather to help us keep our neighborhood friends fed. We're grateful to have her.”


“Marissa was so great with our brand new puppy, Lola! She was so caring and thoughtful and had the BEST updates. We were so nervous leaving our baby alone but we felt so good with her in the care of Marissa.”


“Hali has been a life saver. So grateful for her. She took pics and kept me up to date with her visits. Loved the pictures. She is compassionate towards the animals. Will definitely use her again”


“Miranda did a great job watching over my two cats, Ninja and Scraps while I was away on vacation. I definitely would recommend her and will be using her again in the future! She left great notes and made me feel at ease while I was away. 😁 Thank you. This was the first time I have used Rover and it was a great experience. Miranda also help me understand how to use the app since I made some silly mistakes.”


“1,000% recomend Sam! This was my first time using this app. So I was a little apprehensive. I was leaving for a week and needed someone to watch my three cats.. my fur babies. As soon as I met Sam, I knew I chose the right person. She was warm great personality, big smile! I went away for a week, and Sam was on point checked in with pictures and updates every visit. By the third visit, my cats had warmed up to her and allowed her to pet them which warmed my heart! I felt so happy that I found a pet care giver, who could make my pets, feel safe, warm, and loved! thank you so much, Sam! I’ll be using you real soon again! 😀🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈⬛”


“Andrew looked after my three dogs so I could go for a last minute trip to the shore for the weekend with my husband. My dogs were happy and well cared for as he stopped by every four hours to walk, feed, or potty. My dogs also loved him.”


About: I’ve cared for dogs of all breeds and sizes for years, from energetic puppies to senior dogs needing extra patience. Neighbors, friends, and family rely on me to walk, feed, and keep pets happy and safe. I treat every dog as if they’re my own, with plenty of attention, exercise, and love. I have a flexible schedule and plenty of time for walks, drop-ins, and pet care. Available weekdays, weekends, and some evenings too for your pets. I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs for company. I can crate if needed, always ensuring a safe, loving environment for your pets.

About: I’ve had pets my whole life, including both cats and dogs of various sizes. I have also taken care of many pets of my friends and family members throughout the years. I am familiar with caring for pets of all ages and ones with special needs. Pets are part of the family to me and I will treat yours as such! I work full time as a local elementary school teacher. This allows for a lot of flexibility during holiday breaks and the summer months. During the school year, I have less availability outside of weekends but I’m open to helping when I can. My pets are a part of my family. Just like in my day job, I take the care of someone else’s family member very seriously. I feel a great responsility whether that family member has two legs or four 🐕🦺🐈

About: I have had a variety of furbabies from hamsters to dogs. In the past, I have cared for dogs from drop-in visits to house-sitting. Both consisted of feedings, walks, and hanging out. I also dispensed medications such as insulin to cats. Lastly, I volunteer and am involved with One Love Animal Rescue. I work from 8-4 (M-Th), so I would be available for visits after and on Saturday/Sunday I am open for the most part. My availability is dependent upon my work schedule. However, a consistent set time would be perfect. My time does free up in the summer. My two girls are very well-cared for in our home. They have a fenced yard and eat breakfast as well as dinner. They are quite spoiled and I would treat your furbaby as I treat mine.

About: I am one of those people who hangs out with the dog or cat at a house party, rather than the people. I grew up with dogs, including one who was epileptic and needed daily medication. We also had a parakeet and several hamsters. As an adult I’ve kept lizards, frogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, and even co-habituated with a parrot for a few years. Nine years ago we adopted a rescue dog, who really made our family complete. Nearly all of our cats have lived into their golden years, so I have experience with daily insulin shots for a diabetic cat, and multiple medications and subcutaneous fluid injections for other cats. I will give the same level of attention and affection to your pets that I ask for of my own pet sitter. I’ve been caring for my own pets and the pets of friends and neighbors my entire life. I’ve helped rescue lost & abandoned animals. I’ve cared for and befriended all sorts of dogs - small, large, anxious, friendly, reactive. I prefer walking dogs on a harness as it allows me control without risk of injury to the dog. I’d love to meet you and your pets and see how I could be of service. I work from home with flex hours so am available as needed during the work day, after 9am. Weekends are very flexible. I can also do evening hours (until 7pm). I prefer to meet the animals with their human first, so we can get to know each other and I can understand the pets’ setup.
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Kelly C.Star Sitter

“Kelly is great for drop-in visits! Punctual, thorough, and very responsive to my pet's needs. Kelly kept me updated through messages with photos of my pet during her visits.”




Amber B.
Star Sitter

“Amber took great care of my rabbit and cat while I was away. She came to meet them and get instructions before, and she was very easily reached if I needed to contact her. She also took some really great pictures of both of them during her visits, which was reassuring and fun. I will definitely be rebooking with Amber for our next trip. Thank you!”


Gabrielle G.Star Sitter

“Gabrielle was amazing with my babies and helped me with a last minute sitting which I am incredibly thankful for! Great communication - extremely thoughtful - my grumpy senior kitty loved her. I can’t say enough good things - thank you so much!”


Amanda C.Star Sitter

“Amanda was a spectacular sitter! I just moved to the area and was so glad to have stumbled upon her profile to sit my two kitties. I have a very anxious, shy cat that she was able to feed and take care of. Amanda was a gentle care giver and was very polite. Would recommend for anyone needing a sitter!”


Julie L.Star Sitter

“Julie did a wonderful job looking after our cat, Felix. He was shy with her initially, which we expected. But he warmed up to her as she fed him and played with him. Julie provided great photos and videos, which went a long way to comfort us pet parents missing our baby!”


Cheri B.Star Sitter

“We've hired Cheri to watch our cats several times, and I was a little worried when I saw that our town was no longer in her service area. I was so relieved when she said she'd be happy to help us out - over Memorial Day weekend no less. To further complicate things, we were going out of town for a baseball tournament and didn't know what day our son's team would finish playing, AND rain was predicted--putting our schedule completely up in the air. Our one cat has diabetes and requires insulin shots twice a day, and it's extremely difficult to find someone skilled in giving injectables, let alone someone who is flexible with scheduling. We also have community cats who visit our backyard, and Cheri doesn't bat an eye when it comes to venturing out in messy weather to help us keep our neighborhood friends fed. We're grateful to have her.”




Collin R.

“Collin does a wonderful Job with our cat Penelope! He is friendly, reliable, and sends great pictures of her :) I am so grateful for his help!”


Marissa E.

“Marissa was so great with our brand new puppy, Lola! She was so caring and thoughtful and had the BEST updates. We were so nervous leaving our baby alone but we felt so good with her in the care of Marissa.”


Hali F.

“Hali has been a life saver. So grateful for her. She took pics and kept me up to date with her visits. Loved the pictures. She is compassionate towards the animals. Will definitely use her again”


Brianna A.

“Bri was super nice and great to work with! She is super gentle with animals and was eager to help out. Would definitely book with her again, thanks again Bri!”


Randi H.

“She did great with my little buddy! Absolutely recommended!!”


Kelly G.

“Kelly was great! She gave our cats lots of TLC which they and we appreciated very much. Her communication/check in’s and photos were reassuring during our time away. Highly recommend her services!”


Miranda G.Star Sitter

“Miranda did a great job watching over my two cats, Ninja and Scraps while I was away on vacation. I definitely would recommend her and will be using her again in the future! She left great notes and made me feel at ease while I was away. 😁 Thank you. This was the first time I have used Rover and it was a great experience. Miranda also help me understand how to use the app since I made some silly mistakes.”


Samantha S.Star Sitter

“1,000% recomend Sam! This was my first time using this app. So I was a little apprehensive. I was leaving for a week and needed someone to watch my three cats.. my fur babies. As soon as I met Sam, I knew I chose the right person. She was warm great personality, big smile! I went away for a week, and Sam was on point checked in with pictures and updates every visit. By the third visit, my cats had warmed up to her and allowed her to pet them which warmed my heart! I felt so happy that I found a pet care giver, who could make my pets, feel safe, warm, and loved! thank you so much, Sam! I’ll be using you real soon again! 😀🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈⬛”


Andrew S.Star Sitter

“Andrew looked after my three dogs so I could go for a last minute trip to the shore for the weekend with my husband. My dogs were happy and well cared for as he stopped by every four hours to walk, feed, or potty. My dogs also loved him.”


Jude E.
““JR is incredibly reliable, caring, and attentive with pets. His dedication and gentle approach make animals feel comfortable and happy. I trust him completely with my pets.””


Alissa M.
“Alissa is a wonderful pet caretaker! She has watched my cats for years now, and has always shown them love and affection. Alissa is great with accommodating the pets schedule and made me feel very comfortable leaving my cats in her care. She also sent me photos of my cat to enjoy while I was on vacation. I highly recommend her services!”


Catherine D.
“Cathy is the sweetest most loving person with my 2 dogs. She is so good with them. They just love her. Cathy comes when she says and some extra time with my pets. I know she volunteers at One Love Animal Rescue and animals are her Passion. I would highly recommend Cathy as a pet sitter”


Megan D.

“Thank you Megan from Mr. Bill. He had just been relocated to the area, and the ability to have you come by on short notice was sooooo helpful to Mr. Bill! Thank you!”


Keri F.
“Keri is a very kind, caring and responsible person to both humans and animals. She will treat and take care of your pet as though it were her own. Keri has taken care of my very shy cats. They always come out to greet her when she visits, which is a good sign. I feel that anyone who hires Keri to care for and/or walk their pet will be very happy with her service.”
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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 Aug 2025 was about $20 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 1,997 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, 86% 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 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 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 1,997 cat sitters in Riverside on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Riverside, 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.
