Cat Sitting in Riverwoods
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“Erica was wonderful again with the care of my pets. I have her booked for multiple stays in the future and have recommended her to others. Thank you Erica for your kind and compassionate visits.”
“Amie was so sweet and accommodating! She went above and beyond when checking on my cat! She left messages and pictures daily and went above and beyond in all aspects. I will definitely use her services again in the future.”
“Zoey was so great with my kitties, and they absolutely loved her! She gave excellent updates and photos and really put my mind at ease while I was out of town. Definitely would rebook with her!!”
“I am so anxious with leaving any of my family (cats) alone. Leora was so good with them! Shes been communicative the whole way... Sent photos every day and gave us updates. I am so glad we found her. Thank you so much. Sincerely!!!”
“Our cats are good judges of character, and they LOVE Emily. We love the pictures she takes of them, the great job she does of caring for them and playing with them, and how professional and trustworthy she's proven to be”
“Amy is wonderful, I felt completely comfortable having her check in on my pets…cats, rabbits and fish! She is so reliable, and confidently gave my clever kitty her meds with no problems everyday. I cannot recommend Amy enough!”
“Jason agreed to check in on the cats semi-last minute - and did a great job as usual! I definitely recommend him and will be hiring him for more cat care in the future!”
“Jennifer was amazing! She was very professional and maintained excellent communication throughout the entire time (about 2 weeks). We had a walkthrough about 3 months before our trip and she reached out to do a refresher run through shortly before we left to make sure she didn't miss anything, which was greatly appreciated. She left thorough notes after each visit. My kitties are generally pretty shy when it comes to new people but they warmed up to her very quickly! Would definitely have Jennifer care for my babies again!”
“Maria is a very sweet sitter and very professional. I had to make several adjustments to my trip that I needed my pets watched for and she was very flexible and understanding. My cats LOVE her and they were well taken care of. I will be booking again!”
“Brianna is a superhero for my cat today! She just saved my baby boy from starving. 🥹 It was a last-minute booking, and I was so glad she was able to meet my expectations or i'd say she's beyond my expectations! We didn't have a pre-visit; I just gave her instructions, and she nailed it. She even wanted to do something extra, like take out the trash. I will definitely recommend her, and I hope to see her again to take care of our cat. Thank you again, Brianna!”
“Denis was nothing short of phenomenal with watching my cat, Peaches. Tons of pictures and peace of mind knowing she was in good hands while I was out of town. Would recommend to others in need of a house/pet sitter and will definitely use him again.”
About: I’m a proud husband, father, and lifelong animal lover — especially when it comes to cats. Caring is in my nature, whether it’s my own kids or your feline family members. For over 15 years, I’ve been trusted by neighbors, friends, and family to feed, play with, and love cats of all ages and personalities. I tailor my care to match each cat’s unique needs and temperament. I work full-time in tech, but animals have always been my true passion. Rover gives me the perfect way to spend more time doing what I love — caring for cats and giving them the attention, love, and comfort they deserve while you’re away. My promise? Your cat will feel safe, loved, and treated like my own from the moment we meet. I work part-time hours within my tech role, which gives me flexibility to spend quality time with your cats. I’m available for drop-in visits on weekdays after 2pm and on weekends, and I’ll always adapt to your cat’s needs and your schedule. Your cat’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I provide care right in your home so they can stay in their familiar environment, which reduces stress and keeps their routine consistent. I’m dependable, attentive, and always follow your instructions to the letter — from feeding schedules to medications to special playtime preferences.
“We really regret that only five stars are available to rate Thea’s service because she deserved all the stars!!! We don't have enough words to express our appreciation of Thea's care for our cat Jess, while we were out of town for six days. Jess is a large 14 year old Maine Coon cat, that at this point of his life, seeking a lot of love and attention. Thea was a great companion to Jess and she gifted us a worry free vacation. We knew she is always next to Jess and we did not worry about a cat! From day one, we learned that Thea is a loving, intelligent, disciplined, responsible, and a very creative person. She put a lot of extra miles by learning Jess's eating habit and sharing her thoughts with us. She took Jess outside for a walk, played with Jess and advanced him to be active! She also decorated Jess’s corner with the colorful balloons on his birthday. Thea constantly sent us the, pictures, videos and messages with the updates on Jess's wellbeing. No doubts, Thea is the best and we highly recommend her to every loving pets owners!”
“Sydney was fantastic with Nut and Scooby. It was great to have someone come in and check on the little fur babies so that they didn't have to be boarded at the vet for so long. Looking forward to traveling again as I'll request her services in a heartbeat!”
About: I've taken care of dogs and cats since I was nearly 14 years old. I have a cat currently, and have had dogs off and on for most of my life. I am often available on Mondays until 3 pm, Wednesdays until noon, Fridays all day, Saturdays all day, and Sundays all day. I have a lot of time available despite a full time job. I do not offer sitting or boarding, my apologies. However, I do offer walks and drop-ins. Thank you for considering me as someone to care for your kitty or pup!
About: I’ve always taken care of my friends’ family dogs at home whenever they go on vacation. They trust me with their dogs because I’m responsible and care for them just like they’re my own pets! I’m available in the morning 8am to 1:30pm Tuesday Thursday Friday. Then in the evenings I am free! Depending on the weekend I am available as well! I’m so excited to make new furry friends. I have a fenced yard for my own pup. I always put my pup on a leash when we go for our walks and make sure I never leave him home alone for more than 8 hours if I am gone for the day / evening.
About: I’ve been with animals all my life and have cared for dogs, cats and small caged animals. I love animals and if I could have more animals I would. I even work at a doggy day care part time because I love them so much. I’m free most of the day and my schedule should revolve around your animal and their needs. I can accommodate practically anything your pet needs with open arms. At the moment my yard is not fenced in so I just would take them in long walks. I would care to all the needs to the animal and put my all into making them happy.
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Erica G.Star Sitter
“Erica was wonderful again with the care of my pets. I have her booked for multiple stays in the future and have recommended her to others. Thank you Erica for your kind and compassionate visits.”
Amy R.Star Sitter
“Amie was so sweet and accommodating! She went above and beyond when checking on my cat! She left messages and pictures daily and went above and beyond in all aspects. I will definitely use her services again in the future.”
Zoey J.Star Sitter
“Zoey was so great with my kitties, and they absolutely loved her! She gave excellent updates and photos and really put my mind at ease while I was out of town. Definitely would rebook with her!!”
Leora R.Star Sitter
“I am so anxious with leaving any of my family (cats) alone. Leora was so good with them! Shes been communicative the whole way... Sent photos every day and gave us updates. I am so glad we found her. Thank you so much. Sincerely!!!”
Emily S.Star Sitter
“Our cats are good judges of character, and they LOVE Emily. We love the pictures she takes of them, the great job she does of caring for them and playing with them, and how professional and trustworthy she's proven to be”
Amy & Lamar F.Star Sitter
“Amy is wonderful, I felt completely comfortable having her check in on my pets…cats, rabbits and fish! She is so reliable, and confidently gave my clever kitty her meds with no problems everyday. I cannot recommend Amy enough!”
Yamile C.
“Great service!! We highly recommend Yamile:)”
Jason K.Star Sitter
“Jason agreed to check in on the cats semi-last minute - and did a great job as usual! I definitely recommend him and will be hiring him for more cat care in the future!”
Jennifer M.Star Sitter
“Jennifer was amazing! She was very professional and maintained excellent communication throughout the entire time (about 2 weeks). We had a walkthrough about 3 months before our trip and she reached out to do a refresher run through shortly before we left to make sure she didn't miss anything, which was greatly appreciated. She left thorough notes after each visit. My kitties are generally pretty shy when it comes to new people but they warmed up to her very quickly! Would definitely have Jennifer care for my babies again!”
Maria W.Star Sitter
“Maria is a very sweet sitter and very professional. I had to make several adjustments to my trip that I needed my pets watched for and she was very flexible and understanding. My cats LOVE her and they were well taken care of. I will be booking again!”
Brianna L.
Star Sitter
“Brianna is a superhero for my cat today! She just saved my baby boy from starving. 🥹 It was a last-minute booking, and I was so glad she was able to meet my expectations or i'd say she's beyond my expectations! We didn't have a pre-visit; I just gave her instructions, and she nailed it. She even wanted to do something extra, like take out the trash. I will definitely recommend her, and I hope to see her again to take care of our cat. Thank you again, Brianna!”
Abigail D.Star Sitter
“Abby is such a great pet sitter! We asked her last minute if she was available to drop in on our cat while we were gone and she made it happen. Thank you Abby!”
Denis & Nikki M.Star Sitter
“Denis was nothing short of phenomenal with watching my cat, Peaches. Tons of pictures and peace of mind knowing she was in good hands while I was out of town. Would recommend to others in need of a house/pet sitter and will definitely use him again.”
Mohammad S.
“Uzi is one of the most caring and dependable people I know. He has a natural way with animals, especially cats, and treats them like family. He’s attentive, patient, and always goes the extra mile to make sure pets feel safe, happy, and loved. I would trust him completely with any of my pets and know they’d be in the best hands possible.”
Thea T.
“We really regret that only five stars are available to rate Thea’s service because she deserved all the stars!!! We don't have enough words to express our appreciation of Thea's care for our cat Jess, while we were out of town for six days. Jess is a large 14 year old Maine Coon cat, that at this point of his life, seeking a lot of love and attention. Thea was a great companion to Jess and she gifted us a worry free vacation. We knew she is always next to Jess and we did not worry about a cat! From day one, we learned that Thea is a loving, intelligent, disciplined, responsible, and a very creative person. She put a lot of extra miles by learning Jess's eating habit and sharing her thoughts with us. She took Jess outside for a walk, played with Jess and advanced him to be active! She also decorated Jess’s corner with the colorful balloons on his birthday. Thea constantly sent us the, pictures, videos and messages with the updates on Jess's wellbeing. No doubts, Thea is the best and we highly recommend her to every loving pets owners!”
Sydney Z.
“Sydney was fantastic with Nut and Scooby. It was great to have someone come in and check on the little fur babies so that they didn't have to be boarded at the vet for so long. Looking forward to traveling again as I'll request her services in a heartbeat!”
Marilyn M.
“Marilyn took great care of my dog. She gave her a nice walk, and made sure she had food and water. I could tell that my dog was happy to have some company and some love! Sincerely VF”
Michelle W.
“Michelle has done wonderful with my cat Dane. She is kind gentle and sweet and loves animals you can tell! I trust her with my baby-glad I have her!”
Lisa L.
“Very reliable - thank you again!”
Cameron M.
About: I’ve been with animals all my life and have cared for dogs, cats and small caged animals. I love animals and if I could have more animals I would. I even work at a doggy day care part time because I love them so much. I’m free most of the day and my schedule should revolve around your animal and their needs. I can accommodate practically anything your pet needs with open arms. At the moment my yard is not fenced in so I just would take them in long walks. I would care to all the needs to the animal and put my all into making them happy.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Riverwoods is $22
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Sitters in Riverwoods average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Riverwoods on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $22 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 2,723 cat sitters in Riverwoods. 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, 85% of Riverwoods cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Riverwoods have an average of 14 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 Riverwoods.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Riverwoods 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 2,723 cat sitters in Riverwoods on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Riverwoods, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 94% 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.
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