Cat Sitting in South Elgin
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“Cynthia was absolutely fantastic! I have three senior cats, one on medication who is a very finicky eater. She was so thoughtful and followed all instructions perfectly. My cats are very social and she made sure to spend time playing with them so they didn’t price my absence too much. But it wasn’t just that. She also made sure my home was kept in order with keeping the litter boxes extra clean, washing the cat dishes after feedings and sweeping up the litter dust from my floors. She also left detailed notes on each visit. Traveling is stressful, coming home to well cared for pets and everything as you left it was a Godsend! I cannot recommend Cynthia enough and will definitely be booking her again!”
“I have booked with Madeline many times now for her drop in visits and I am always so thankful to have a reliable and kind person that I can trust caring for my fur baby! I highly recommend her services!!”
“Nadine has been great with my cat! She confirms quickly, always checks in a day before, let’s me know when she’s going to stop by for her visit and is so good about sending pictures every day. Awesome!”
“Jessica and Luis are ah-mazing!! I reached it to them on short notice and they were still willing to meet with me and car for my 2 cats while I visited some friends for the weekend. It was my first time using a pet sitter so I was a little nervous but they made me feel at ease leaving Smokey and Pippa for a few days. They sent pictures and texted updates after each visit. Highly recommend them and will not hesitate to book with them again!”
“Stephanie did an excellent job with my two cats, Charlie and Punkin. She gave Punkin her meds every day, and I got a great photo and update on the cats each day we were away! Stephanie has a bright, friendly personality - my cats seemed to really like her. She was meticulous in making sure they got fed, watered, and petted. I am so grateful to have had Stephanie to sit for me during my trip away from home! *Highly recommend*”
About: Have had dogs and cats my whole life. True animal lover who will take great care of your pet! I have also watched friends and family's pets while they were away. I am returning to my full-time job in August. I will still be available to walk after school into the early evening and then possibly some Saturday mornings. I will update my calendar. I loved doing this over the summer and I hope to continue on throughout the school year.. My cats are very spoiled and want a lot of attention. They love that I can be with them during the day. When I had dogs, I spent a lot of time walking them and also playing with them in the yard.
“Amy was great! She fed my cats while I was on vacation for a week and took great care of them! She sent pictures every day and even left little toys for them. She’s very responsive and was reliable! I will definitely use her again!”
About: Hi! I am a veterinary technician of five years looking to help out the animal community in and out of the clinic! I specialize in dogs and cats, but I am able to also help with certain exotics. I work full time as a veterinary technician, however, I am able to do drop ins between 12-2 M, Tu, Th, F. Wednesdays after 4pm and most weekends with proper notice. I am currently available for drop ins and walks (weather permitting). I don’t currently offer pet sitting in my home. Rest easy knowing I have years of experience on the medical side of pets!
About: I love dogs and have a big, silly girl at home so I'm able to handle most rowdy pets. I'm fine with cats, too, as I have had several in my lifetime. I'm not afraid to get down and dirty with your pets during play time or walks and, if you have small pups, I have experience with potty training, too. And if other things, like baths, are needed, it won't be a problem for me, at all. Keeping your pets entertained and happy is what I strive for, but their safety will be my top priority. I will care for them as if they were my own pup and, if I'm petsitting overnight, I will treat your pets and home with the upmost respect. I work part-time in the mornings to early afternoons so I'm available most afternoons for walks or afternoon play dates. I have weekends open and am available for overnight petsitting or just dropping by a couple of hours a day for walks and check ins. I have a fenced in yard with one playful older dog. It is not likely that I will take your pets to my home as my dog can be a bit much with others.
About: I have had cats all my life but love taking care of my friends and family doggies. I love taking dogs on long walk and having cats run around with their toys. I love getting around and moving with them and much as I do snuggling. While I do work full time during the week, I am free during most evenings as well as all day on Saturdays and Sundays. The only evening I’m unavailable is every other Wednesday night. I am very attentive to feeding, fresh water, petting, and getting their exercise. I pay attention to what’s on the floor or what’s open so that no animal eat anything they shouldn’t. I have very attentive with my own pets (maybe even too much sometimes) so I want to give as much attention to your pets. Unfortunately I am unable to come home during lunch unless it is close to the St Charles area.
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Cynthia L.Star Sitter
“Cynthia was absolutely fantastic! I have three senior cats, one on medication who is a very finicky eater. She was so thoughtful and followed all instructions perfectly. My cats are very social and she made sure to spend time playing with them so they didn’t price my absence too much. But it wasn’t just that. She also made sure my home was kept in order with keeping the litter boxes extra clean, washing the cat dishes after feedings and sweeping up the litter dust from my floors. She also left detailed notes on each visit. Traveling is stressful, coming home to well cared for pets and everything as you left it was a Godsend! I cannot recommend Cynthia enough and will definitely be booking her again!”
Madeline K.Star Sitter
“I have booked with Madeline many times now for her drop in visits and I am always so thankful to have a reliable and kind person that I can trust caring for my fur baby! I highly recommend her services!!”
Erika G.Star Sitter
“Erika communicated well and did everything we asked with no issues. She took great care of our precious fur babies and will be happy to have her back again!”
Nicole P.Star Sitter
“We are so grateful for Nicole’s great care. We felt our cat was in loving hands and appreciated the visit notes and pics and videos Nicole sent to us.”
Gabrielle M.
“Gabrielle is wonderful! She is thoughtful and caring. I would absolutely recommend her. I’m so grateful to Gabrielle for taking such good care of our dog.”
Jamie S.Star Sitter
“Jamie is wonderful! I highly recommend her. She took such great care of my cat Simon. She is genuinely caring and kind and I will definitely book her next time!”
Nadine N.
“Nadine has been great with my cat! She confirms quickly, always checks in a day before, let’s me know when she’s going to stop by for her visit and is so good about sending pictures every day. Awesome!”
Vicki G.Star Sitter
“Vicki has been consistently fantastic in looking after our cat and house. We’ll continue to hire her every time we’re away”
Carson C.
“Carson is awesome with our big dogs! They really put in the time to get to know the dogs. It has been a real bonus for us to have them come while I'm laid up with a broken ankle.”
Jessica & Luis A.Star Sitter
“Jessica and Luis are ah-mazing!! I reached it to them on short notice and they were still willing to meet with me and car for my 2 cats while I visited some friends for the weekend. It was my first time using a pet sitter so I was a little nervous but they made me feel at ease leaving Smokey and Pippa for a few days. They sent pictures and texted updates after each visit. Highly recommend them and will not hesitate to book with them again!”
Katelynn R.
“Katelynn is awesome! She was at my house on time, sent soooo many pictures, and my dog loves her! Will keep booking her for more stuff ☺️”
Stephanie K.
“Stephanie did an excellent job with my two cats, Charlie and Punkin. She gave Punkin her meds every day, and I got a great photo and update on the cats each day we were away! Stephanie has a bright, friendly personality - my cats seemed to really like her. She was meticulous in making sure they got fed, watered, and petted. I am so grateful to have had Stephanie to sit for me during my trip away from home! *Highly recommend*”
JANINE N.
“Janine has cared for my 2 golden retrievers several times. They have tons of energy and tend it be a bit naughty at times. I can not say enough wonderful things about the attention, care, exercise, and love they receive from her. It says a lot when you go to pick them up and they are glued to her side. So glad I found someone so loving and trustworthy!”
Jessica M.
“Jessica was very flexible and sent me great pictures of my happy puppy while on a walk :) very happy with her services and will book again! ”
Marilyn M.
“We have used Marilyn 2 times! We don’t worry about our fur babies. She is great with both our big dogs!”
Amy F.
“Amy was great! She fed my cats while I was on vacation for a week and took great care of them! She sent pictures every day and even left little toys for them. She’s very responsive and was reliable! I will definitely use her again!”
Rachel B.
“Rachel is awesone i got photos and updates everyday. Lady loved all the attention she got. Lady will be staying with Racheal the next time. She should get 10 stars”
Kara C.
“Kara proved to be a very responsible and caring helper for my dog. I could count on her for timely feedings and walks. She was right there with me when I needed her up until my best friend's last days. Kara is a compassionate person. I was impressed with her gentle handling of my dog. She even made Sammy's passing at the vet's office less of traumatic experience for us by being there and holding us both up during the experience. Very tough day, but she made it easier. You can count on Kara, she cares.”
Madison T.
“Madison is a true pet lover, a very gentle and kind person and would be a great option for checking in or watching your fur-babies.”
Emma F.
“Emma has always been an animal lover. As a mom of two kitties, she has consistently shown that she puts her babies first. Whether it's buying a birdfeeder so her cats have the entertainment they love, to leaving a function early because her cats need to be fed, she is always there for them to make sure they are as happy as can be! As a caregiver, Emma will treat your furbaby like her own, and you can feel at peace knowing that your pet is being very well taken care of and loved!”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in South Elgin on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $24 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 780 cat sitters in South Elgin. 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, 89% of South Elgin cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in South Elgin have an average of 16 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 South Elgin.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? South Elgin 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 780 cat sitters in South Elgin on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In South Elgin, 96% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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