Cat Sitting in Scotch Plains

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Sitter Profile Image: Elaine P.
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Elaine P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
42 repeat clients
29 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Elaine did a great job with my dog . He was safe & comfortable. Put me at ease with communication and the notes & photos that she sent every visit. Thank you so much for taking care of my furbaby while I was away. Will book again if needed for future care.

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Sara P.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Plainfield, NJ, 07060

Excellent cat sitter! Communicative, sent daily photo updates, and followed all instructions perfectly. My cat was happy and well-cared for. Highly recommend and I will be booking Sara’s services again!

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Jay E.
Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth T.
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Elizabeth T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
142 reviews
84 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Our cat LOVES Elizabeth!! He is always happy to see her.

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Marlee R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
24 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Garwood, NJ, 07027

Marlee is very friendly and reliable. I liked that she was very communicative through the entire process. She dropped in on my cat, Majik, a few times while we were away on vacation. Although, Majik is very skittish and would hide away during the times Marlee dropped in, she made sure Majik was fed and that her litter was clean, which is what I needed her help to do. I would definitely book her again in the future!

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Diana L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
16 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Diane was so helpful and our cats loved her! She checked in daily and always gave us an update with cute photos. We will definitely book her again! Highly recommended. Thank you!

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Erica P.
Sitter Profile Image: Lisa & Albert K.
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Lisa & Albert K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
166 reviews
62 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Lisa was wonderful! I had a death in my family and needed someone asap for my 3 dogs. Lisa came out immediately to meet my boys. She did a great job and I would use her again. Thanks Lisa!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sam W.
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Sam W.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
27 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922

Sam took great care of my 2 senior dogs. She came exactly as we arranged and was very communicative. Would ask Sam to take care of my dogs again without hesitation. Thanks Sam!

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura A.
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Laura A.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
20 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

About: My name is Laura and I’m what you might call a true animal lover! I have owned and cared for pets for the last 20 years. I have experience with newborn kittens, cats, puppies, and dogs of all sizes (and hamsters, guinea pigs and mice!). I am comfortable around animals of all ages, sizes, and needs. I know each animal is unique and I take this special consideration when it comes to caring for them. I am quick to respond to you and your pet’s changing needs, have flexible hours and make prompt communication and updates on how your pet is doing a priority. I know that pets aren’t just animals, but a part of your family and I will treat them as if they were my own. I have flexible work hours during the week and can make taking care of your pet a priority morning, noon, or night. I keep my schedule up to date! I am able to meet you and your pet’s needs where they are. I am a confident dog walker and have no issues with dogs of any size on a leash. I do not let strangers approach a dog I am walking. If you crate your animal, I can do that as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Shama S.
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Shama S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08820

About: I love animals and have experience working with and sitting for a wide range of them, including dogs, cats, and small or exotic animals. I myself have owned over twenty parrots (currently have two in the aviary!) and have extensive experience with fishkeeping — I have four cycled, walstad fish and shrimp tanks! I can walk your dog, clean your cat’s litter box, and even do water changes for your fish if needed! Anything to make sure your little guys are well cared for! I’m a graduate social work student who will be free over the summer, so my schedule is flexible until August. I can make myself available as needed. My own pets are given daily care. I own several disabled animals who require special care in order to get around and eat on their own. I currently have two budgies in a large cage l and two betta fish, each in 5-10 gallon tanks. The parrots are allowed to free fly for most of the day, but they will be put away when your pets are being boarded. In your home, I try not to disturb or move anything that’s not necessary. I’ll make use of only what’s given to me with regards to caring for your pet — but I do reserve the right to cuddle your pet a little more!

Sitter Profile Image: Rosary S.
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Rosary S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
20 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

About: I grew up in a household that always had multiple dogs at the same time and was actively involved in their care. Feeding, bathing, walking and giving them the daily love and attention they needed. I have the ability to adjust my availability as needed. My daily and weekly routine is built around providing consistent and attentive pet care for your loved one. I have been a pet owner my entire life and have been relied upon by friends, family, and neighbors for pet care for the past 25 years. While I may not have formal "clinic" experience, my practical, hands-on experience has taught me patience, reliability, and how to anticipate a pet's needs and comfort levels. I’m comfortable with various breeds and temperaments and committed to upholding the highest standard of care.

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Mike W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
12 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Plainfield, NJ, 07062

Mike was wonderful with our baby. Popo felt very comfortable with him, and Mike took excellent care of her. We will definitely request Mike's professional services again. Thank you, Mike!

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Sitter Profile Image: Paul S.
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Paul S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922

About: I've had dogs all my life, the most recently i had a awesome miniature poodle who I was fortunate to love and care for 17 years, so I am familiar with the needs of senior dogs. My schedule is fairly open every day after about 9 or ten am. I'd like a regular opportunity, but one offs will be good as well I am available for pet sitting at the clients home, but due to younger kids I can accommodate pets at my home. Walking and feeding and playing is ideal

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Emily G.
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$18
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8 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

About: I have been pet sitting since I was in 6th grade, and have been trusted to care for the animals of many families. I have the most experience with cat sitting - both indoor and outdoor - but have taken care of dogs many times as well as had a dog of my own for four years! I am adaptable to any needs your pet might have, as I was used to allergies, injury care, and high excitability with my own family dog. I have loved animals all my life and would love to provide any care possible, for any type of pet! I am a college student on break who currently does not have a job, so my days are very available for pet care! I have reliable transportation and will be able to do multiple visits per day. I provide attentive pet care, and follow any and all instructions very well so your pet can have a great time while you are away! I always make time to stay with your pet for some extra time past just being fed or walked, so that they get all the attention they need.

Sitter Profile Image: Jessica Rose I.
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Jessica Rose I.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Colonia, NJ, 07067

Jessica was a wonderful pet sitter! She was attentive and kind. She gave us great peace of mind while away from our kitty. We are so grateful!

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Sitter Profile Image: Caleigh P.
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Caleigh P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
18 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922

Homero and Sasha were in great hands and im thankful to have found you to look after them while I was away! Thank you so much for the daily updates and pictures that made my day !😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Courtney F.
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Courtney F.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
15 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

About: I have either owned or taken care of dogs since I was very young. I began dog sitting around 10 years ago. I can come to your home or do in home visits. I have taken care of dogs of all sizes from Cane Corsos to Bassett Hounds and many more. I currently work remotely and am home during the day. That gives me a lot of extra time especially to care for my animals as well as others. I have a separate room for cats to stay in that has a screen door. They can see out but not get out as well as my cats can see in but not get in. I also have a "privacy gate" so they cannot see eachother.

Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly S.
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Kimberly S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
South Plainfield, NJ, 07080

Kimberly was awesome! She helped us out with a last minute need and took great care of Blitzen

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Sitter Profile Image: Claire L.
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Claire L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
14 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Claire was a great help in caring for my two cats during a time when I needed it. She was reliable and stayed in close contact with me, being sure to reach out if she had any questions. She did a nice job of attending to the needs of my kitties. I appreciated the help and will call on her again.

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Sharon M.
Sitter Profile Image: Xiomara N.
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Xiomara N.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
19 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Chatham Township, NJ, 07928

Xiomara took good care of my cats! Very responsive and great communication always. Love all the pictures included in the visit card every time. Seems my cats also have great time with her. Would definitely have her again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Diane B.
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Diane B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
11 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Cranford, NJ, 07016

Diane and Dave are trustworthy, thoughtful caregivers of our dog, Terry, who checked in w updates and questions and took his medical needs and the summer heat seriously. They gave him lots of loving attention, and we returned home to a happy dog! We’re so pleased to have met them and plan to rely on them for our next trip!

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Elaine was outstanding - she went above and beyond to take good care and ensure the wellbeing of my kitties. Highly recommend her.

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Ellen S.
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Caleigh was great with our cats and gave us lots of updates while we were away. Would highly recommend!

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Nikki V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Claire did a great job taking care of our cats and breaded dragon. I was away for two weeks, she looked after everyone very well, she always made sure to update me and send pictures. Both cat’s and bearded dragon tank are clean when I come back. She is very responsible. I would highly recommended.

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Vicky J.
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As always, thank you Lisa for taking care of Wyloow for us while we were away. It’s always peace of mind to us when we know she is in good hands. Wyllow loves the toy you brought over for her.

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Adrian M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sheila took wonderful care of our cats for a little over two weeks, and we couldn’t be more grateful. She is incredibly meticulous, genuinely loves animals, and went above and beyond what was required to make sure our cats were happy, comfortable, and well cared for. She also kept an eye on our home and alerted us to a water leak in time, which we truly appreciated. We felt completely at ease knowing both our cats and our home were in such capable and caring hands. Highly recommended.

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Anant V.
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Victoria takes such good care of our cat. She is patient and kind. We always feel our cat is in such good hands when we have to leave her.

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Fran W.
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Maria was a wonderful sitter for our cat Mary! We had total piece of mind on our trip. It was clear from the updates and pictures that Mary found a new friend and was totally content and comfortable with Maria! She's incredibly kind and responsive and we will definitely use her again in the future!

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Natalie I.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Chelsea took amazing care of my cat. She made sure to follow the special instructions I left and took lots of cute photos of my girl. I also really appreciated the updates she gave me every day. Chelsea made me feel good about leaving my cat at home while I went on a trip. Thanks Chelsea!

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Nadia E.
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Talia did a great job watching my dog and cat. She even helped me at the last minute when I had a delayed flight. Will definitely use her again!

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Sam J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Haley is so responsible, communicative, and caring when taking care of our elder cat, Soosie! We feel so at ease being away when we know Haley will be her sitter. Soosie hasn’t been around a lot of non-relatives in her life, but she seems to really love her time with Haley.

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Tanisha C.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Scotch Plains 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 4,079 cat sitters in Scotch Plains. 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, 87% of Scotch Plains cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Scotch Plains 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 4,079 cat sitters in Scotch Plains on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Scotch Plains, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.

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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.