Cat Sitting in Santa Maria
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Top rated Santa Maria cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.

“Jennifer was great when she met with us to go over their feeding schedule and portions, our pets felt well during the first meeting. she also kept us well informed during our trip, we felt comfortable that our three pets would be well taken care of. Thank you.”

“Maria was wonderful! She checked in with our kitty for 4 days who had never been left alone for more than a few hours. We came home to a very happy cat! Maria was in contact with updates daily which we really appreciated. We highly recommend Maria and plan to hire her again in the future! Thank you Maria!”

“Lacey took wonderful care of our little Poppy over the Thanksgiving holiday. Poppy can be very shy and is usually uncomfortable with new people, but Lacey had such a calm and grounding presence that Poppy warmed up to her quickly — even letting her be pet, which rarely happens. Lacey communicated well throughout the week and sent lots of photos, which helped us feel reassured while we were away. She also gave thoughtful updates after each visit, and by the end it truly seemed like she and Poppy had become friends. There were a couple of days when unexpected issues made her later than planned, but in spite of these hiccups, she kept Poppy top of mind and kept us in the loop. Overall, I’m grateful for the care, kindness, and attention she gave Poppy. I would book with her again.”

“Kelly was friendly beyond just the pet sitting, and she rushed to our house late at night when I realized I'd put the wrong start date on the request - plus she wasn't even worried about getting paid for it!”
“Cats absolutely love Krystal. They love people in general but usually are somewhat hesitant at first, but not with Krystal! Plenty of photos and so good with the kits, definitely appreciate how well she took care of them!”

“Sue loved Joselynn! She was super sweet to him and kept me up to date on her visits with him. She even gave us a complimentary visit just because she was in the area. Would definitely book her again!”

“Kayla was fantastic! We had a last minute need for help with our pup and she came to the rescue by coming to our house for 3 drop-in visits / walks each day. Our pup fell in love with her and we will 100% be calling her next time we need help. Thank you, Kayla!”


About: I’ve always loved animals. I take quality care of pets and provide special care if needed. My schedule is flexible, I’m here to accommodate you ! My job doesn’t require me to work everyday, it’s very flexible which allows me to be flexible with you! I am available at any time for the most part. I am open to taking care of your pets in my home or in yours. My apartment has parks and trails near it so I can easily take your animals on walks.

About: Hello my name is Karen, I’m happy to help you with pet care arrangements. I myself have relied on Rover for times I needed to be away. I understand what pet parents may need and understand that sometimes this role needs to go above and beyond to make sure your pets are being cared for. Overall, I always had a pet in the home from childhood to adulthood. Giving me over 25 years of pet care responsibilities. Currently I am a pet parent to a German Shepherd, Dax, and black house cat, Kenny. I am observant of pet body language and in-tune with pet needs. My pets have ranged from outdoor kitties to leash reactive large breeds. I have used oral medicine and topical medicine, and am comfortable with pets post-surgery as well. Being away from your pet is difficult, I’m here to ease that worry for you. Again, I’m happy to help you for brief visits or extended periods. Please feel free to reach out and see if we can work together. 🐾❤️ This service requires trust and dependability, something that I can definitely deliver. My schedule is wide open, unless otherwise stated in the calendar. My homebase is in Santa Maria, but I am willing to travel and service areas as far as Paso Robles, Atascadero, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, and the places between. Including Solvang, Buellton, and Santa Ynez. If you do have questions about something more specific or time frames that are more specific to your needs please feel free to reach out. I’m happy to help you and make something work. I am cautious and aware, making sure that pets are safe at all times, I like to be preventative and think one step ahead. During walks, I am aware of my surroundings, if you have a specific route you walk I can stick to that route. Communication is key, making sure I am informed of anything that you need me to take note of. I’m always respectful of property and boundaries.
About: Growing up i’ve always loved dogs and cats. i have a special place in my heart for animals. i used to take care of neighbors pets and family pets, which included training, bathing, walks and of course lots of quality time! I work a 9-5 during the weekdays but will still offer lots of love and attention to pets during my hour long lunch period and more on the weekends :) I always respect everyone’s requests when it comes to caring about their furry friend. as a pet parent myself i understand the importance of having your way of caring for your fur baby!
About: I have been raised with dogs my whole life. As soon as I could do chores, I was helping take care of the family dogs. I have also cared for neighbors' dogs who had special dietary needs and medication schedules. I also have a little bit of experience taking care of cats from my previous work as an in-home caregiver. I currently don’t have any other commitments work-wise, so I’m very flexible with my schedule. I also rarely take holidays off, so I’d be available for any time of the year on any day! I would love to get to know more about your pets on my first visit! It’s very important to me that the pet has the routines you would like implemented, and if there are any medications to be aware of.
“We have had Heather watch our dogs multiple times now and have been very happy with her! She truly enjoys being around them and her availability has been great for quick trips away. I would highly recommend her to others.”
Over 130 pet parents in Santa Maria have booked cat sitting
Santa Maria cat parents share their Rover experiences
Krystal did a fantastic job taking care of my cat. They got to be great pals. She paid a lot of attention to her. My kitty usually runs from new humans that she doesn’t know. But she seemed immediately comfortable with Krystal. I am really happy with how things went. Krystal is trustworthy and really good with animals.

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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Santa Maria is $25
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Sitters in Santa Maria average 3 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Santa Maria on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 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 Jun 2026, there are 121 cat sitters in Santa Maria. 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, 79% of Santa Maria cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Santa Maria have an average of 16 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 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 Santa Maria.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Santa Maria 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 121 cat sitters in Santa Maria on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Santa Maria, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.








