Cat Sitting in Riverside
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“Emma was a fantastic cat sitter! Our two orange cats seemed more confident and extremely happy after Emma cared for them for five days. Emma was very communicative, including photos, and even brought packages inside while we were away. She knows cats and is excellent with them🐈”

“Kate was the perfect cat-sitter. She overcame the challenge of gaining the trust of our very scaredy-cat in short order and gave him excellent care, including his medicine. She took better photos of our cat than we have ever managed, too, which helped us to feel more connected to our pet while we were away.”
“How great to have found Emily to care for our pet. She was professional, considerate and patient - very understanding of nervous pet-parents leaving the pet for the first time overnight.”

“Diana watched our 2 cats for eight days. We and the cats were very pleased and we would be happy to have her back. She kept in great touch and provided a constant roll of pictures that made everyone happy to know the cats were well taken care of while we were away. Highest recommendation.”

About: I am a student at OSU. I am majoring in animal science. I am a pre-vet student with a focus in animal behavior. I also volunteer at the animal shelter frequently and have received training in animal handling and dog-walking. I am a student with a flexible schedule and am free weekends and weekdays depending on the time. I am always free in the evenings. Just let me know! I am a detail oriented person. I understand that meeting a stranger is stressful for pets. I always make sure to give the pet their own space and follow the pet care instructions. I also love to provide enrichment for pets to get their brains going and help with boredom.

About: I bond easily with cats and dogs. I am gentle, patient and give 100% to all the fur babies in my care. I enjoy entertaining and caring for these special critters. While with me, I am observant and provide the kind of interaction the pet wants. This could be anything from a massage to hiking and play at a beach with a variety of toys. I always want your pet to feel warm and welcome. I believe walking is the best medicine, so I’m game to go out no matter the weather. I don’t feed people food to them but am happy to give appropriate treats and lots of praise. I have been taking care dogs for 15 years. Dogs are considered my family bond
About: Currently only providing cat care! I've been around cats full time since college and have the opportunity to foster many wonderful kittens ages 4 weeks-2year olds for the past two years! This has given me the experience with cats of all shapes and sizes and have accommodated care based on their needs :) I'm currently working full time but I can take take of your fur babies after 5pm, providing them is food and lots of play and cuddle time on weekdays and weekends! We can work on a plan based on your cat's needs. If there are limitations to specific rooms that the cat cannot enter, I will make sure to accommodate that!
“Ali is the perfect pet sitter. I felt comfortable with Ali from the get-go and knew my cat was going to be well cared for. Very responsible and super professional! Feel very fortunate to have found such a great cat sitter!!”

About: I’ve had cats my whole life and have also volunteered At Safehaven humane Society for 9 years. I feel like my cats are my family and can’t imagine leaving them with just anyone. Peace of mind is so important. I’m fairly flexible and with advanced scheduling I’ll be able to work around whatever your pet needs I do not do overnight stays. I just do drop in visits. I will make sure that their home environment is safe and secure, and I will clean food and water dishes and scoop litter boxes. Cats need the security of staying in their own environment.
“Chester LOVES Cassidy! He will set the tone for their visit and she is happy to comply. They snuggle, they play in the back yard or they just hang out for companionship. Having her visit mid-day is perfect for our boy, recently separated from his littermate. She is an absolute delight!”

About: I’ve grown up with both dogs and cats, and have been pet-sitting since high school. I’m currently studying Zoology at Oregon State University and just spent the summer in Snohomish, WA as an intern at PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. My experience includes not only general pet care but also walk-training dogs at humane societies, which has given me additional skills in handling dogs of many temperaments. I am a student at Oregon State University finishing up my last term before graduating in December! My schedule is relatively light and while I work most days at the library on campus my evenings and weekends are free. I’m very comfortable staying overnight and providing daily walks, along with regular potty breaks at least every four hours. My goal is to follow your pet’s usual routine as closely as possible to help them feel safe and comfortable while you're away. I’m here to meet their needs and provide attentive, personalized care in their familiar environment.
About: I’ve had pets all my life and have been caring for dogs and cats for 20+ years—both my own and others’. I have dog/cat and house sat for neighbors, friends and family for years. I’m a dependable, loving sitter who treats every animal like family. Whether your pet needs play, snuggles, or calm companionship, I’ll make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. I have experience caring for anxious and high energy dogs. You can count on me to care for them as if they were my own! I offer house sitting, drop-in visits, and dog walking, and I’m happy to tailor care to your pet’s needs and routine. As an online student, I have a very flexible schedule and can usually accommodate daytime, evening, and weekend visits. I care for my own family's dog daily and have helped care for her in her senior health struggles. I have become accustomed to administering medications, additional support with diet and feeding time, and monitoring her health through physical and behavioral changes. I'm not currently able to currently able to dog sit at my own home due to my elderly nonsocial dog. You can count on me to be communicative, respectful of your home, and most importantly, to care for your pets as if they were my own! I'm currently working as a student to earn an online certification. My schedule is flexible, and I can accommodate my schedule to meet your pets needs. I'm very trustworthy, reliable, and respectful. I will take care of your pets as if they are my own. I will also respect and care for your home, knowing It is your safe, private space.
“Alyssa did a great job with our kitties and turtle! Our shy youngest warmed up to her super quickly, and she got some great photos for our updates. She had very timely communication, and we're super appreciative that she was able to come on such short notice for the holiday.”

About: I’ve always grown up with pets in the house and we’ve had dogs in all ranges from chihuahuas to siberian huskies! I trained all three of our huskies to sit, shake, lay down, pray, roll over, etc. They are also all leash trained. I currently work part time, so I’ll have plenty of time to play with your pets! My cat is fed twice daily so I definitely understand the importance of keeping a routine with pets! My cat has been trained to stay off furniture in my home and is leash trained to go on walks with me. She is fed twice a day and has access to her space which includes her food and water, litter box, cat tree, and toys at all times.
“Christine did an absolutely phenomenal job! We were very nervous about leaving our new 6mo old puppy just 2 weeks after bringing her from the shelter but had a long weekend trip away we couldn't easily reschedule - Christine assuaged every fear and went above and beyond in looking after Tess. She was flexible and understanding with us inexperienced owners, and spent tons of time and extra effort training and doting on Tess. Her updates were thorough (and had some helpful advice for us) and she was professional and an absolutely joy to communicate with. I will definitely be contacting her for dogsitting in the future and cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone else!”

Riverside cat parents share their Rover experiences
Alyssa was amazing and took great care of our two kitties. She was responsive and trustworthy. We really appreciated the detailed notes after each visit and the pictures of our pets. She will definitely be our top choice next time we need a pet sitter. Thanks!
I’m so grateful for Hannah! She has such a calm and gentle energy that shows in her care for your pet. She goes above and beyond and I highly recommend her service. She doesn’t just stop in for a visit, she truly cares and it shows. Thank you, Hannah for giving me the confidence that all is well back home so I can enjoy my time away. You are appreciated!

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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Riverside is $20
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Sitters in Riverside average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
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 Nov 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 Nov 2025, there are 205 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, 84% of Riverside cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Riverside have an average of 17 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 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 205 cat sitters in Riverside on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Riverside, 98% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.





