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Sitter Profile Image: Riven H.
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Riven H.
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$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

Riven was excellent. She was always on time for the scheduled visits, spent time with the dogs, and was very communicative about how they were doing. Our dogs seemed very happy. I would highly recommend Riven

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Joann B.
Sitter Profile Image: Jason M.
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Jason M.
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

Jason is reliable, communicative, and always on time. He’s my beagle Theo’s new best friend! I always feel at ease knowing that Jason is with Theo while I’m at work.

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Emily W.
Sitter Profile Image: Kelly F.
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Kelly F.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
5 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

I scheduled Kelly at the last minute and she was more than willing to take care of my cat, Domino, for 3 days. She sent pictures at each daily visit to reassure me that my furbaby was well taken care of. Much appreciated Kelly!!

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Alexis T.
Sitter Profile Image: Katharine R.
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Katharine R.
Star Sitter
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Leominster, MA, 01453

Katherine did a wonderful job taking care of Joe. I came home to a very well groomed, happy, and healthy kitty. Katherine also did a wonderful job communicating, keeping things clean, and very clearly adores animals. I wouldn’t hesitate to use her again or recommend her to others.

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Ellina M.
Sitter Profile Image: matt w.
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matt w.
Star Sitter
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

Made great friends with my cat and kept him company while I was away. Exactly what I wanted, and some great pictures too!

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Owen S.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah M.
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Sarah M.
$23
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
9 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Lunenburg, MA, 01462

This was my first time with Sarah. Sarah was very quick to respond and schedule our meet and greet. She did a great job with Bentley during a drop in visit.

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Maura D.
Sitter Profile Image: Donna T.
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Donna T.
$17
total per visit
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

About: I've owned and cared for animals since high school. In addition to dogs and cats, I've owned horses since I was 16. I have been\am a foster parent for the Animal Rescue League of Boston since 2020. I'm a former puppy foster for service dogs and participated with early puppy training. I have carried those skills over to training other foster puppies and my personal dog. I have a medical background (EMT) and my daughter is a Vet Tech so I am very comfortable working with animals with medical needs and will follow any required medical plan. In addition to dogs and cats, I'd love to meet\care for your backyard farm animals; horses, pot-bellied pigs, chickens, goats, sheep, etc. I have experience with some of these animals through ownership and fostering opportunities. I'm open to meeting and learning about new friends. We currently have 4 dogs, 4 cats, and 2 horses in our home. All our animals are our babies and I'll care for yours as if they were my own. I'm currently unemployed so I'll have plenty of time to spend with your pets. I'm available for petsitting any day of the week and can work around any personal appointments. Boarding in my home is restricted to cats or other small animals. Puppies (under 1 year) may be accomodated, no adult dogs. For cats; we have a dedicated "cat room" to keep your pet separated from our pets. The room has a screen door so they don't feel locked away and can be part of our household while remaining safe. I will follow your pet care plan while in your home. For Puppies; all dogs are fed separately to avoid food aggression situations. All puppies will be crated for meals and sleeping overnight. If your puppy is not crate trained, I will work with them to ensure they are comfortable and not afraid. I can support your potty training schedule to maintain consistency.

Sitter Profile Image: Yolanda D.
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Yolanda D.
$10
total per visit
3 years of experience
Ayer, MA, 01432

About: Soaking up all the kitty loving I can after a lifetime of not being allowed to have pets at home. I will care for your fur babies as my own and give them all the loving while you're away. I am currently a stay at home mom looking for things to do outside of the home while the kids are at school. I will love on your fur babies any time you need! We have one cat in our home that is friendly and curious about new furry friends and people too! She is out going and will take loving from anyone.

Sitter Profile Image: Kaylee M.
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Kaylee M.
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$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
3 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Sterling, MA, 01564

About: I’ve had dogs all my life and have taken care of dogs, cats, horses, and goats! I love animals and I am a biology-pre vet major at the University of New England! I currently work part time 3 days a week. Which leave me with the lots of time to help out with your pets! I am available in the mornings and most afternoons. I have a nice big yard for yours pets to enjoy and I have lived with dogs my whole life so my house is definitely fit for a dog!

Sitter Profile Image: Bonnie R.
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Bonnie R.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
199 reviews
30 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lunenburg, MA, 01462

Thank you so much Bonnie! We haven’t left our fur babies with anyone outside of family and the doggos had a blast. All the photos and updates for each visit was amazing to see while we were gone!! Thank you

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Lindsey D.
Sitter Profile Image: Ryan F.
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Ryan F.
$17
total per visit
13 years of experience
Ayer, MA, 01432

About: I have owned a cat and a dog. I watch or check in on my friends' and family's pets when they are away from vacation. I WFH fairly regularly so check-ins are really easy. House sitting is doable, but would need to coordinate times as i have some activities with my kid. Animals are all about routine and I don't like to rock the boat. However you take care of your pets is how i want to provide for them.

Sitter Profile Image: Xiang M.
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Xiang M.
$20
total per visit
12 years of experience
Harvard, MA, 01451

About: I’ve been caring for pets for many years and understand that every animal has unique needs and personalities. I currently have a 12-year-old Japanese Akita, a 13-year-old German Shepherd, and a young Highlander cat, giving me hands-on experience with both senior pets and energetic younger animals. Caring for my senior dogs has taught me the importance of patience, recognizing health concerns, maintaining routines, administering basic care, and adjusting exercise levels based on age and mobility. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds, including large dogs, and I understand the importance of safe handling, positive interactions, and consistent care. Whether your pet needs a walk, drop-in visit, feeding, playtime, medication reminders, or companionship while you’re away, I will treat them as if they were my own. I pride myself on being dependable, attentive, and communicative, and I’m happy to provide updates and photos during every visit so you can have complete peace of mind. As a pet owner myself, I know how important it is to trust someone with your furry family members. My goal is to make sure your pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. Pet care is a part of my daily routine. I care for my 12-year-old Japanese Akita, senior German Shepherd, and young Highlander cat every day, including feeding, walks, exercise, grooming, playtime, and monitoring their health and well-being. Caring for pets has taught me the importance of consistency, patience, and attention to detail. Because pet care is already a regular part of my life, I can easily incorporate walks, drop-in visits, and other pet care services into my weekly schedule while providing reliable and attentive care. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I strive to maintain their normal routine to help them feel comfortable and secure. I follow all instructions regarding feeding, walks, playtime, medications, and any special care needs. I make sure pets have fresh water, receive plenty of attention and exercise, and are kept safe at all times. I also respect my clients’ homes by keeping everything clean and secure. Communication is important to me, so I provide updates and photos during visits to give pet owners peace of mind while they’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Annalee A.
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Annalee A.
$17
total per visit
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Lunenburg, MA, 01462

About: I have grown up in a house with multiple dogs and cats, so I am extremely comfortable working with pets as being with them is all I have ever known. I participate in the Dog for a Day program at ACCT Philly, so I have experience in taking shelter dogs out for the day. I love taking my own dog on different adventures. I have experience with both puppies and senior dogs. I have experience caring for timid rescues, energetic dogs, and dogs that have special needs such as medicine. I have experience caring for dogs both overnight and during the day. I am offering in home check ins/overnights, house sitting, and walking services. I can’t wait to get to know your furry friends! I am a college student home for the summer. My dog and I live a very active life in the summer, as we go on many adventures to different lakes and hiking spots. I have done this with other dogs I have cared for and would love to do so with yours! I am used to doing some athletic activity with my dog at least once a day. As I have grown up with animals, I am familiar with body language and how to keep a house pet-safe. I am open to specific needs for your pet such as medicine, particular food, allergies, crate training, etc. Your pet will be cared for the same way I care for my own!

Sitter Profile Image: Bradleigh P.
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Bradleigh P.
$26
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
7 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Fitchburg, MA, 01420

This was my first time using a pet sitting service so I was pretty nervous. Bradleigh is super friendly and outgoing and made this experience stress free! I highly recommend Bradleigh and wouldn't hesitate to choose her again in the future.

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Mary L.
Sitter Profile Image: Eryn T.
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Eryn T.
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
10 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

About: I love to work with animal, I’ve been in the veterinary profession for 10+ years. If your pet has special care instructions I will follow them perfectly. I have dogs, cats, and horses at home so I am very comfortable working with all sizes of animals. I also know how to care for birds, fish, guinea pigs, and hamsters and pigs. I know how much a pet can mean to someone so ill will care for yours as if they were my own I currently work 4 days a week. I am available Fridays to Sunday’s if you are looking for a weekend getaway or if you have a busy weekend and would like your dog to go for a walk I don’t offer in my home dog services but can offer cat or small animal boarding. You tell me home you’d like your pet cared for, weather it’s taking them for a walk or just letting them out in a fenced in area

Sitter Profile Image: Jeffrey W.
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Jeffrey W.
Star Sitter
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
17 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Sterling, MA, 01564

Jeffrey is responsible, loving with dogs, punctual, and careful! I highly recommend him. We will definitely work together again.

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Patricia R.
Sitter Profile Image: Zachary G.
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Zachary G.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lancaster, MA, 01523

Zachary was easy to work with and also very friendly to our dog. He was on time for the check ins, and sent along pictures/updates with how our boy was doing. We highly recommend Zachary, and we will certainly utilize his services again if the need arises!

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Benjamin G.
Sitter Profile Image: Ann Marie J.
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Ann Marie J.
Star Sitter
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
11 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Sterling, MA, 01564

Ann Marie was AMAZING with our 1 year pitty mix named Tali. She went above and beyond with updates, pictures, and entertainment for our pup. I could tell Tali looked forward to Ann Marie's visits and we will absolutely be booking her again for drop by visits.

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Sitter Profile Image: Colin P.
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Colin P.
Star Sitter
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Colin has been so great for Remi! He takes good care of him on his Wednesday check in and walk! Even feeds him lunch! Colin is very responsive and always sends pics and updates which I love! We will continue to use Colin as our go to sitter for our boy!

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Joleisa C.
Sitter Profile Image: Kylie A.
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Kylie A.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Shirley, MA, 01464

Kylie was amazing, she is so sweet, thoughtful and communicative! She followed our feeding instructions and all of care instructions thoroughly and sent us so many sweet pictures. You can tell that she really spends time giving your pet all the love and care they deserve. I was so appreciative of the few extra pictures we got and the notes she left, letting us know our favorite little guy was being looked after well. We will definitely be using Kylie again, she is a fantastic sitter :)

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Brenna M.
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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Shirley is $25

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Always feel comfortable when I travel knowing Bonnie is taking excellent care of my cute, but challenging, Sas!

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Sallyanna
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Made great friends with my cat and kept him company while I was away. Exactly what I wanted, and some great pictures too!

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Owen S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jason did a great job calming down my nervous kitty. I came back from my trip to a happy cat, not a nervous wreck. So much better than last year thanks to Jason!

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Owen S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kylie take great care of my cat and was very communicative at each visit. She paid attention to my cats need for activity as well as keeping everything clean stocked.

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Jim D.
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The average cost for Cat Sitting in Shirley on Rover is $23.31 per visit (as of June 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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As of June 2026, there are 107 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Shirley. 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.

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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 administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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.

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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.

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