Cat Sitting San Marcos
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“Madilynn did a great job taking care of our two cats! We had an unexpected emergency and Madilynn was able to update us daily with notes and pictures of how our cats were doing. We highly recommend her!”
“Mirella was wonderful! I needed a sitter last minute and she was so accommodating with all of my needs. I have a full house and my fur babes all need different things, and she made sure to fulfill them all! Highly recommend.”
“So glad Allina was available to take care of my fur babes for 2 weeks while I was away on work travel! She was quick to respond & made sure they were well cared for.”
“Lindsey was amazing! She gave detailed notes about what she did with Ripley and how she was doing while I was at work. This helped a lot when so I knew she was taken care of. She had excellent communication and was very professional and organized.”
About: Hi! My name is Risa! I had a Labrador growing up, she was sweet and rambunctious. During Covid, I fostered a malnourished dog until he went to his forever home! Currently, I’m dog walking full time! I’ve fostered dogs before, but don’t have any pets currently. I’m available for pet sitting and dog walking every day! I love hiking and walking, so can happily take dogs for long walks. I want to have a great time hanging out with your furry friends
About: I’ve had a senior dog and a family puppy in the last 5 years and I plan to adopt a cat in the near future. I do not have any professional pet care experience but am eager to learn! I follow directions great and will give your pet all the love they deserve! Please note my current availability before booking: Weekdays (Mon-Fri): available after 2PM Weekends (Sat-Sun): Open schedule, available all day! Feel free to message me if you have any questions about specific timing! I am currently a full time Student who is looking to work part time with a flexible schedule. I love animals and miss my family dog leading me to look for ways to help bring joy to animals in my area. I am very attentive to details, I can follow any direction of special ritual your animal might have. As I will be coming to your place I understand the importance of privacy and discretion with your personal information and the security of your home.
“Joesiiah was an incredibly kind and wonderful pet sitter for our cats, including my old man senior cat. He was incredibly patient with their needs, and took great care of them. I loved getting the daily photos and check-ins. We came home to happy cats and a clean litter box. Would highly recommend!”
“I realize that you may possibly pick up another full-time job, but I really appreciate you and how you were there for my household. I hope my Dog continue to except you. Your first meeting with them was phenomenal. Not many people have been able to enter our house. And you were just a natural. Thanks again! We look forward to future visit!”
“Elizabeth was tremendous! Super quick to respond, detailed with her visit reports, and overall a very kind person - really helped us stay at ease while we were away. And our kitties were in great spirits when we got home! Thanks again Elizabeth!”
“My cats were healthy, happy and well taken care of by Blayne. Opal says “yes, bring her back! Warm lap and she knows right where to scratch my ears!” Azeriphale wants another round of chase the toy mouse!”
“Katie took such wonderful care of my cat! She sent daily pictures and detailed updates, and went above and beyond by helping keep my apartment clean and being flexible when my trip was extended. I felt totally at ease knowing my kitty was in such great hands! Highly recommend!!”
“I can’t recommend Alyssa enough! She took amazing care of my pets. From the start, communication was clear and prompt—she kept me updated with photos and messages, which really put my mind at ease. She has a nurturing nature about her which made me feel like my pets were well taken care of. She brought a party hat and took a picture of our dog on his B-day. The other dog rolled on something stinky and she gave him a bath. It was obvious that Alyssa not only met all their basic needs but also gave them lots of love and attention. If you’re looking for a responsible, caring, and reliable dog sitter, Alyssa is the one. I’ll definitely be booking with her again!”
“This is our first time trying Rover, after being very disappointed by multiple dog kennel services. My dog is not animal friendly, but otherwise very social with people and has anxiety when away from home for too long. The choice was very easy when Gabrielle came up on the search options. She is a fantastic caretaker, follows instructions to a T, and Cherry and her bonded quickly. We can’t wait to start traveling more now that we have a trusted guardian for Cherry.”
“Reagan cared for our pups well (2 LARGE and 2 small fur babies all well looked after). I would love to have her take care of our fur babies again! 10/10 would recommend Reagan.”
“Grace was so good with my dog who is extremely anxious. She was very timely and followed all instructions. I will definitely be using her again for future needs. If you get very worried leaving your dogs Grace will definitely allow you to relax a bit while she sits your pup.”
The median cost per visit for cat sitting in San Marcos is $20
Cat parents share their Rover experiences - San Marcos
Sarah was absolutely wonderful! She cared for our mama cat and her 5 kittens for a week while we were out of town on vacation, and we couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter. She responded quickly to my request, communicated personably and professionally, and was very flexible with her schedule to make it work. Every day she sent sweet, reassuring updates with photos, including the kittens’ new milestones, which made being away so much easier. We came home to a happy, healthy mama cat and kittens. She even went above and beyond by watering our flowers and letting us know right away when our AC went out so we could work on getting fixed it while we were away. I truly can’t recommend Sarah enough! She is responsible, caring, and clearly loves animals. We will absolutely book her again! ❤️
Cydney did an excellent job watching my sweetheart. Since she’s an indoor/outdoor cat, I asked for her to keep various food & water bowls filled throughout the house & outdoors. Cydney fulfilled all of my requests and sent reassuring photos, which helped ease my mind that all was okay. Would definitely recommend booking her for your future pet needs.
Grace has been regularly sitting for my cat for over a year now. I cannot overstate how wonderful a pet sitter she is! Not only is she reliable and trustworthy, she genuinely cares about the comfort and safety of my pet, as well as my feelings and concerns as a pet guardian. I highly recommend her pet sitting services!
Lindsey has been fantastic with our moody anxiety ridden cat. I know he was well taken care of while we were away as Lindsey provided many photos and thorough descriptions of her time with him. We will definitely book Lindsey for future care services! Thank you so much Lindsey!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Cat Sitting in San Marcos on Rover is $16.65 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 2,361 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across San Marcos. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.
House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in San Marcos. On Rover:
- 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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