Every sitter passes an enhanced background check. Learn about RoverProtect
Top rated Shortly cat sitters
“She was a great cat sitter for our 5 cats (3 of which required medicine). She sent us a message after every visit letting us know how everyone did and some very cute pictures. She went above and beyond with the time and care she gave our cats. We hope she’s available the next time we go on vacation!”
“Kelly is nothing short of fantastic. Being a first time Rover user, and never even previously leaving a pet outside the care of a trusted immediate family member, I was a bit nervous. Kelly took extra time to provide an overview of what the process looks like, expectations, and plenty of reassurance. During my time away, Kelly lovingly cared for my shy little furball, sharing photos and text updates -- it was almost like I was there myself. She was respectful of my home and property, leaving everything in the same or better condition than how it was initially left. Kelly was so attentive and gentle that Luna (who hides from everyone!) actually showed interest in sharing play time. I look forward to working with Kelly much more in the coming years. I wholeheartedly recommend”
About: Hello everyone! I just moved to the lower DE area after recently graduating from Penn State (May 2025) with a degree in animal science. I have 2 years of emergency VetMed experience and training and am able to assess emergency situations and give basic life saving measures. I have worked with puppies and kitties all the way to seniors. I am committed to keeping your pets healthy, safe , happy, and stress free! I am currently a stay at home cat mom with no commitment to outside jobs or projects at the moment so I am available almost all the time I have had two senior cats for 3+ years that I adopted and they tend to be a bit spoiled. They enjoy walks outside in their cat stroller and constant attention and play.
“Fantastic service from Schejn! We are new to the area with two large dogs one being a German Shephard. We needed to go out of town for a funeral and were panicking that we did not have a dog sitter for our two dogs, one being a German Shephard. Contacted Schejn who visited the house prior to us leaving to do a meet with the GS. Schejn was not intimidated and developed a trust with the GS very quickly, which was a huge relief to us. During the our time away, Schejn sent us updates after each visit with photos and comments. We felt that the "boys" were in great hands with Schejn and we did not need to worry. Schejn is definately our go to guy for any of our future trips and now that we have a reliable and trustworthy sitter we can do more trips.”
About: I love all pets. I have a mixed dog that just tunes one. I love to walk him and play and give him a great experience. I often walk family members pets as well. I do not work that often so I am very available. Week days are best for me because I normally work all day on the weekends. I can do anything that is asked. I can follow all directions and cage them if needed I can give food and water. I will keep them safe and happy.
About: In return for the love from a pet, I have been there for them in every step of their lives. I had a diabetic rescue cat who needed insulin shots. One of my dogs had cancer, so we spent his last year enjoying what was left of his life during treatments. I am retired. I have a part time job on Sundays and Mondays but have plenty of free time. I can work around your schedule. I have great patience and understanding, so I will take the time your pet needs to get exercise, treatment, care and attention according to your direction.
About: I’ve raised many dogs growing up and into my adult life. I have a great passion all animals but dogs especially. From walks in the park to learning basic commands, or making your anxiety filled pet feel safe and comfortable, I can do it all I’m currently working a part time job with my parents so I have plenty of time and energy to give to your best friends. My hobbies keep me at my home while working, so I’m available to drop what I’m doing and assist with whatever it is you need! Pets deserved to be treated as an extension of your family and I will treat them as such. I want my clients to feel happy that I’m coming over and your dogs to show their excitement because we have built a relationship and are excited to see me. That being said i will acclimate myself to your needs and make sure your dog is cared for in a way that you can feel stress free while you are not at home.
“This was my first time procuring Jacqueline’s services and she did an excellent job. At our meet and greet she made sure to understand my pet’s schedule, preferences, and asked great questions. While I was away on travel she provided daily updates along with pictures. Highly recommend Jacqueline!”
About: I have been an animal lover my entire life. Growing up, I always had at least one animal in my house, from guinea pigs to cats, dogs to parrots, I’ve always loved having a furry friend around. I currently have one cat who is my absolute world. I promise to bring that love and affection to every animal. I’m not the type that is satisfied with taking a dog for a quick walk around the block and leaving him or her alone. They deserve to be treated like the family members that they are! I also understand that some animals have special needs and I am very patient when it comes to making time for those needs. Let me know if you have any questions for me! I can’t wait to take care of your fur babies! I work full time Monday through Friday but I am home most weekends. I only work until about 5pm most weekdays so if your furry friend needs some late night attention, I can definitely provide that. I treat every pet and home as if it were my own. All pets deserve hugs and kisses upon arrival and a kiss goodbye every day. They’re fur babies after all! I am very diligent about cleaning up after my cat and it will be no different when it comes to your pet: cans of food get rinsed out and go in the recycling bin, doggy poop bags go in the trash, and litter boxes get scooped every day. They rely on us to do these things! That’s the whole point of having a pet!
“First time I used a pet sitter for my dogs. I felt perfectly relaxed leaving them in such kind caring hands. Would not hesitate to use this sitter again. Always on time for visits, feeding, medication, potty breaks and doggy love.❤️”
About: I have always been a pet owner.I love animals and would love to take the worry and stress out of your life by taking care of yours while you’re away. I know first hand how stressful this can be. No worries with your fur baby being here alone while I’m at work, I currently work from home so I’m available for drop off or pick up anytime. Unfortunately, I can not do drop ins at your home until after 230. I have a 4 year old Shih tzu/bichon/poodle mix and a 2 year old cat. I live in a condo so we walk daily to get his (and my) exercise. I can have your pet here overnight, come to your house to walk or just check in. Im very flexible.
About: I have lots of experience taking care of dogs and cats since I was a child. Growing up, my family always had a pet. I currently have one dog who is a pitbull lab mix and two cats here in Millsboro. I also have 3 maltipoos, two birds, and a cat at my other house in Charlotte, NC, in which I often take care of on my frequent visits back. I love animals of any kind and anything that needs to be done such as walking, feeding, and bathing is no trouble!! Essentially, I work with school age children at the boys and girls club from 6:30-8:30am and then 2:30pm-6pm, Monday - Friday. Any times between or after then are pawfect for me. Trust and believe your pet will be met with the best care needs. I will provide lots of love,cuddles and attention! Feeding, walking, and bathing of course is no problem! Any additional requirements or special care instructions provided by the client will surely be followed and taken care of!
About: Growing up I have always lived helping others and even helping animals. As a young kid, I grew up surrounded by all kinds of animals. Although my college plan is to become a special education teacher, I have always had a passion for animals. I really enjoy giving animals a voice and creating special bonds with them. Over the years my family has rescued over 8 animals including dogs and cats. I have been dog sitting for 3 years now for family friends and I am willing to do it for anyone in need. Animals have always left an impact on my life and I hope I do the same to them. I am not doing this for the money but to help many animals in need, as well as their owners. I really hope I am able to give endless love to you pet or pets. Thank you.
“Courtney is magnificent. We have an older cat, who demands lots of attention. We were worried about going away for such a long time, but Courtney gave her extra cuddles and really spent a lot of time with her. It really gave us peace of mind to know our "Old Lady" was in such good hands.”
“Christine was great with my 3 cats. She sent me pics everyday and gave me a brief update. I would certainly recommend her and will ask for her again when I travel. Thanks Christine...”
Loving cat sitters in your neighborhood
Search Results
Kennedy C.Star Sitter
“She was a great cat sitter for our 5 cats (3 of which required medicine). She sent us a message after every visit letting us know how everyone did and some very cute pictures. She went above and beyond with the time and care she gave our cats. We hope she’s available the next time we go on vacation!”
Malia M.Star Sitter
“Thank you for doing a great job taking care of our cats while we were gone!”
Lexa C.
“This is my first time having Lexi’s as my pet sitter. I am glad she I had her take care of my cats. She was awesome. I will be using her again and she is highly recommended.”
Kelly G.
Star Sitter
“Kelly is nothing short of fantastic. Being a first time Rover user, and never even previously leaving a pet outside the care of a trusted immediate family member, I was a bit nervous. Kelly took extra time to provide an overview of what the process looks like, expectations, and plenty of reassurance. During my time away, Kelly lovingly cared for my shy little furball, sharing photos and text updates -- it was almost like I was there myself. She was respectful of my home and property, leaving everything in the same or better condition than how it was initially left. Kelly was so attentive and gentle that Luna (who hides from everyone!) actually showed interest in sharing play time. I look forward to working with Kelly much more in the coming years. I wholeheartedly recommend”
Rebecca L.
“Rebecca did an amazing job, with communication. I will”
Jasmine G.
“Jazzy is a tremendous pet sitter and one of the only people I trust to watch my cats (Frank and Beans). They absolutely love her! Beans has asthma and giving him his inhaler can be a struggle, but Jazzy makes it look easy. She is kind, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable.”
Schejn O.
“Fantastic service from Schejn! We are new to the area with two large dogs one being a German Shephard. We needed to go out of town for a funeral and were panicking that we did not have a dog sitter for our two dogs, one being a German Shephard. Contacted Schejn who visited the house prior to us leaving to do a meet with the GS. Schejn was not intimidated and developed a trust with the GS very quickly, which was a huge relief to us. During the our time away, Schejn sent us updates after each visit with photos and comments. We felt that the "boys" were in great hands with Schejn and we did not need to worry. Schejn is definately our go to guy for any of our future trips and now that we have a reliable and trustworthy sitter we can do more trips.”
Jeremy R.
“I can’t say enough great things about Jeremy as a pet sitter! He is very responsible, kind, and love animals. I’ve seen how naturally he connects with pets — they’re the type of person who instantly puts both you and your pet at ease. He is also great about sticking to routines, giving lots of love and attention, and making sure your pets are happy, safe, and well cared for. If you’re looking for someone you can totally trust with your animals, Jeremy is your person. I’d recommend him in a heartbeat!”
Susan S.
“Susan did amazing watching our cat Dexter! She was easy to communicate with and kept us updated with great photos! We will be using her again!”
Thomas L.
About: In return for the love from a pet, I have been there for them in every step of their lives. I had a diabetic rescue cat who needed insulin shots. One of my dogs had cancer, so we spent his last year enjoying what was left of his life during treatments. I am retired. I have a part time job on Sundays and Mondays but have plenty of free time. I can work around your schedule. I have great patience and understanding, so I will take the time your pet needs to get exercise, treatment, care and attention according to your direction.
Colin B.
“Colin was a great reliable pet sitter for me for 10 years. Lily loves walks and sleepovers with him. I really appreciated his commitment to my dogs happiness and often going above and beyond. I highly recommend using Colin!”
Jacqueline C.
“This was my first time procuring Jacqueline’s services and she did an excellent job. At our meet and greet she made sure to understand my pet’s schedule, preferences, and asked great questions. While I was away on travel she provided daily updates along with pictures. Highly recommend Jacqueline!”
Karen M.
About: I have been an animal lover my entire life. Growing up, I always had at least one animal in my house, from guinea pigs to cats, dogs to parrots, I’ve always loved having a furry friend around. I currently have one cat who is my absolute world. I promise to bring that love and affection to every animal. I’m not the type that is satisfied with taking a dog for a quick walk around the block and leaving him or her alone. They deserve to be treated like the family members that they are! I also understand that some animals have special needs and I am very patient when it comes to making time for those needs. Let me know if you have any questions for me! I can’t wait to take care of your fur babies! I work full time Monday through Friday but I am home most weekends. I only work until about 5pm most weekdays so if your furry friend needs some late night attention, I can definitely provide that. I treat every pet and home as if it were my own. All pets deserve hugs and kisses upon arrival and a kiss goodbye every day. They’re fur babies after all! I am very diligent about cleaning up after my cat and it will be no different when it comes to your pet: cans of food get rinsed out and go in the recycling bin, doggy poop bags go in the trash, and litter boxes get scooped every day. They rely on us to do these things! That’s the whole point of having a pet!
Lisa B.
“First time I used a pet sitter for my dogs. I felt perfectly relaxed leaving them in such kind caring hands. Would not hesitate to use this sitter again. Always on time for visits, feeding, medication, potty breaks and doggy love.❤️”
Melissa L.
“I've known Melissa for a long time and appreciate her love and care for my animals! I completely trust her in my home. She treats my dog and kitties as if they were her own. She is prompt, kind and reliable. Will continue to have her care for my babies!! Thanks Melissa!”
Emily C.
“Thank you for taking care of my dogs at a moments notice. I'm happy that they got to stay home where they feel safe and cared for. Very nice!”
Nylah S.
About: I have lots of experience taking care of dogs and cats since I was a child. Growing up, my family always had a pet. I currently have one dog who is a pitbull lab mix and two cats here in Millsboro. I also have 3 maltipoos, two birds, and a cat at my other house in Charlotte, NC, in which I often take care of on my frequent visits back. I love animals of any kind and anything that needs to be done such as walking, feeding, and bathing is no trouble!! Essentially, I work with school age children at the boys and girls club from 6:30-8:30am and then 2:30pm-6pm, Monday - Friday. Any times between or after then are pawfect for me. Trust and believe your pet will be met with the best care needs. I will provide lots of love,cuddles and attention! Feeding, walking, and bathing of course is no problem! Any additional requirements or special care instructions provided by the client will surely be followed and taken care of!
Kailee D.
“Kailee d. has been one of my friends for a very long time. I love her very much and she is such a hard worker and an amazing person!! She has tons and tons of animals at her house and she loves each one of them! I know that she will be an amazing dog sitter she is very responsible and very kind and loving towards everyone including animals. She is very dear to me and she means the world to me! Please consider her!!! Thanks”
Courtney F.
“Courtney is magnificent. We have an older cat, who demands lots of attention. We were worried about going away for such a long time, but Courtney gave her extra cuddles and really spent a lot of time with her. It really gave us peace of mind to know our "Old Lady" was in such good hands.”
Christine K.
“Christine was great with my 3 cats. She sent me pics everyday and gave me a brief update. I would certainly recommend her and will ask for her again when I travel. Thanks Christine...”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews by cat parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your cat
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your cat while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your cat sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total cat fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 Shortly on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 138 cat sitters in Shortly. 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, 88% of Shortly cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Shortly have an average of 17 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Shortly.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Shortly 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 138 cat sitters in Shortly on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Shortly, 100% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 100% 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.
Connect anywhere with the Rover app
