Cat Sitting Barking
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“Xin Yi is amazing! She looked after Lucifer so well, not just fed and cleaned but really spent time with him. I loved regular photo updates, some of the shots are priceless ;) i could really see my cat feeling comfortable and entertained. I felt like I can really relax on my holiday, thank you <3 I have already re-booked.”
“Shania did look after our cat very well. I believe she is a one of the kind/trust worthy sitter. She has been updating us with pictures videos/calls and all the related information about our cat every single day. Leaving a house key with a stranger is not easy but her service made us to think differently. I would highly recommend Shania.💕 ”
About: I've always loved being around pets, and I spent my teen years with my lovely do, Mya. I have been dogsitting in London since moving here 6 years ago, and love meeting all the different doggies around. I am a freelance translator, so I set my own timings most of the time, making it easy to organise a flexible schedule for the day. I am not able to host pets in my house, but I am more than happy to visit and/or stay at the pet's residence. I am a very clean a respectful person, especially in spaces that are not mine. I understand the importance for some pets to stay in their safe environment.
About: I’m a dedicated and trustworthy pet sitter with 7 years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and other pets of all ages and temperaments. I’ve looked after pets for friends, family, and neighbors, providing feeding, walks, playtime, and lots of attention. I’m patient, attentive, and comfortable with both energetic young pets and senior animals who need extra care. Your pet’s safety, happiness, and routine are always my top priority. I offer flexible availability for drop-in visits and house sitting at your home. I’m available on weekdays and weekends, and I can adapt to your pet’s routine to ensure they feel comfortable and cared for while you’re away. I provide care exclusively in the pet owner’s home, where pets feel most safe and relaxed in their familiar environment. I always follow your instructions closely, including feeding, walks, and any special care needs. I’m reliable, respectful of your home, and I make sure your pet receives plenty of attention and care. I also send regular updates and photos for your peace of mind.
“Kasia was WONDERFUL! She made the first time leaving my kitten effortless and stress free. She kept me constantly updated providing the reassurance I needed that my little girl was safe and happy. Kasia has a clear love and passion for our furry friends and I will absolutely be using her again. Thank you! :)”
“Jing has been super helpful, super accomodating and took an excellent care of my cat. She followed the instructions and took extra steps to clean up the accidental mess made by the cat. Definitely recommend!”
About: I’ve been caring for cats and dogs since I was 13, and my love for animals started even earlier. I grew up around them on my grandparents’ farm. I’m now a proud owner of two cats and a dog, so I understand how important it is to find someone trustworthy and caring to look after your pets. With years of hands-on experience, I’m confident providing attentive, reliable care tailored to each pet’s needs. As a student, I’ve built a routine that allows me to balance my studies with doing what I love, caring for animals. I have free time during the day and on weekends, which means I can give your pets plenty of attention, play, and cuddles. Whether it’s drop-in visits, walks, or overnight stays. I always follow the owner’s routine to keep pets happy and comfortable. I’ll make sure they’re fed on time, get plenty of play and exercise, and have company if they like cuddles or just someone nearby. I’ll also keep the space tidy, send regular updates, and make sure your pets feel safe and loved while you’re away.
“Ainhoa was absolutely amazing! She spent plenty of quality time playing with my kittens and made sure they were happy and comfortable while I was away. She sent daily updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. When I returned, my pets seemed extremely happy... which is every pet owner’s wish. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone caring and reliable.”
About: Since I was able to talk I asked for a dog. I got one at 10 and became best friends. We got 2 more dogs years later that I trained myself; and worked through issues after one was bitten by another dog. I have sat and walked many friends dogs over the years because I they know how much I love and good I am with dogs. I’m currently working part time with Fridays off for longer weekends and working from home 2 days a week to make looking after dogs east to schedule. I wake up early so love to get for a first walk of the day straight away. Then love walks in the evening before it gets dark, either to parks to play games or long walks in open spaces. I also love taking dogs that enjoy it on runs with me. I care for pets by making sure they feel comfortable, safe, and well looked after while keeping to their usual routine as much as possible. I’m happy to follow any instructions around feeding, walks, medication, and exercise, and I understand how important consistency is for pets when their owners are away. I’ve grown up around animals and enjoy spending time outdoors, so I’m very happy taking dogs on walks suited to their needs. I also make sure owners are kept updated and always treat their home respectfully and tidily.
“We feel incredibly lucky to have found Shuk as our cat sitter. She was kind, reliable, and clearly cared so much about our cats, following all instructions carefully and giving us real peace of mind while we were away. Coming home to happy, relaxed cats says everything — we would happily recommend Shuk to anyone looking for a trustworthy and genuinely caring cat sitter. Thank you again, Shuk!”
About: Friendly pet sitter with a genuine love for animals all my life. With a few dogs of my own in the past, I've provided excellent care to friends' and neighbours' pets, ensuring a comfortable and happy experience. I am currently working part-time, so I will have plenty of time to look after your companion! I am available before 4pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. Flexible to suit your needs. In my home, pets enjoy a cozy haven with daily play and walks. For home visits, I mirror their routine, ensuring comfort. I provide tailored care, from feeding to play, and updates guarantee a positive and stress-free experience for your pets.
About: Hi, I’m Pranet. I really love spending time with dogs and have experience in taking them for walks and visiting them. I take great care of them on walks ensuring their safety and the freedom to explore the world. I have taken big dogs and small dogs on walks and my clients were pleased with my service for both of them. I am very flexible with time as I am working through an agency so I can choose which date and time I go to work. I am willing to take dogs on a walk on short notice and am very flexible with time and communicate my availability clearly. I have some experience with dogs and am enthusiastic about working with them, and learning more about their behaviour and personalities. I respect the owner's concern about their dog's habits and what I should do to protect them which is why I have established trust with the owner and their pets.
About: I’ve grown up surrounded by cats and dogs of all different breeds and personalities, and caring for animals has always been a big part of my life. I have experience looking after friends’ pets while they’ve been away, ensuring they receive plenty of love, attention, and care. I’m a huge animal lover and genuinely enjoy meeting and spending time with new furry friends. Whether it’s playtime, walks, cuddles, or sticking to their usual routine, I’ll treat your pets as if they were my own and make sure they feel happy, safe, and loved while you’re away. Currently not working so after walking my three dogs have plenty of time to meet and help other fur babies for cuddles and walkies. I will be working in a few weeks but will be a work from home job that I can do if a pet sitter is needed. When caring for pets in their owner’s home, I always make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved by sticking to their usual routine. I will provide plenty of attention, playtime, walks, fresh food and water, and lots of affection. I understand that every pet is different, so I will follow any specific instructions regarding feeding, medication, exercise, and house rules. I treat every home with respect and care for each pet as if they were my own, ensuring they are happy and well cared for while their owners are away.
“Harriet is such a star! My dog is very sentimental, she doesn’t like everyone to take her for walks especially particularly about letting the harness on her. I had to emergency travel so I had no choice but ask for help and pray that the person would be able to help and make a bond with Lady in such a short amount of time. I was super lucky I found Harriet, Lady loved her from the first second and seeing that I was able to focus on my family and I was able to focus on my family when they needed me. Forever grateful for her”
About: USE code RIANNB76979 for £30 off your first booking!🥳 I have taken care of many breeds of dogs for 10 years including French bulldogs, pugs, Maltese, King Charles spaniel, and Cavapoo to name some. I am aware of their different needs and personalities and have thoroughly enjoyed caring for all of them from puppy to old age! I have some freedom with my time at the moment to give catered attention and care to pets through the day. I have been sitting for 2 dogs on a regular basis for the last 3 years, who can attest to my reliability. I also have a lot of experience with dogs who are anxious, and need more tailored care than others. I keep owners up to date and understand the need to feel comfortable and communicated with when away from your pets. Looking for consistent sitting weekly. I currently work hybrid and have some freedom and flexibility to go for walks, if booked in advance and can provide some last minute help on days that I am not in the office. Ideally looking for regular sitting weekly! I live in a private building that is pet owner friendly with lots of fellow dogs going for walks in the local park and common. Building is secure and protected by fob-only access. My flat is spacious enough and has outside secured balcony space for pets to roam or get fresh air. I live in a residential area with a large park to take nice walks near. I have a selection of some dog toys that I keep incase my friends pets visit and create a great space for them!
About: I have taken care of and had animals in my home since I was a young child. I have had the pleasure of meeting and caring for family, friends and acquaintances' pets throughout my life; being around animals will always be my comfort zone. I am currently freelancing from home so I can be very flexible with the dates and times of bookings! Plenty of time to look after the pets. The house has a large living room and ground floor, including a large fenced grass garden for dogs to play or relax. I also give dogs the option of fresh air and play at daycare bookings if the owner permits.
About: I’ve taken care of different breeds of dogs since i was 10 and my neighbours have relied on me for walking, changing the dogs water and playing with them while they have been on holiday. I’m currently not working and have all the time in the world to look after your beautiful pets. Also to give them as much attention as they need I have an animal care qualification so can meet all your animals dietary requirements and assist on any guidance if you are struggling on what food suits your animals best.
The median cost per Visit for cat sitting in Barking is £14
Cat owners share their Rover experiences - Barking
Carmel is a lovely lady, she genuinely loves the cats she is taking care of. Even before meeting, our cat run straight to her and they formed a bond immediatley. She kept us updated throughout and sent us pics regularly. Thank you so much for taking care of Lloyd.
Shuk Han, was brilliant at looking after my cat Zac, he was a bit stand offish when she 1st came round, but by the end of the week, he was greeting her as soon as she visited. This was the 1st time using a cat sitter, so was a little worried having a stranger into my home, but she was great and reassuring, she gave me plenty of updates and photos, every visit, if your looking for a reliable, friendly cat sitter, please give Shuk Han a chance, she was brilliant. 😊
Thank you Lauren for taking care of Noodles! She communicated with us well and made sure to follow our notes. I really appreciate her updates during the visits. its our first time leaving Noodles and Lauren has been really responsive and assured us he’s doing well. Would recommend and certainly book again!
Xin Yi is amazing! She looked after Lucifer so well, not just fed and cleaned but really spent time with him. I loved regular photo updates, some of the shots are priceless ;) i could really see my cat feeling comfortable and entertained. I felt like I can really relax on my holiday, thank you <3 I have already re-booked.
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Exceptional Care for Mochi & Yoshi! We couldn't be happier with the incredible care Fatima provided for our two British Shorthairs, Mochi and Yoshi, while we were away. Leaving your pets behind is always a bit stressful, but Fatima completely put our minds at ease. She followed their feeding schedules and maintenance routines perfectly, ensuring they felt completely safe and comfortable in their own environment. We absolutely loved the regular updates and photos she sent - it was so reassuring to see them looking so content and relaxed. Fatima is professional, reliable and genuinely cares about the wellbeing of the animals she looks after. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter, and we will definitely be asking her to look after Mochi and Yoshi again in the future! Thank you so much, Fatima! 🐾
Ana is an absolutely fantastic cat sitter. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants true peace of mind while they’re away. Her communication was brilliant from start to finish, and I loved receiving her daily updates and photos — they were thoughtful, detailed, and showed just how well she cared for my cat Winston. It’s clear she genuinely loves animals, and my cat was relaxed, happy, and so well looked after. I’ll definitely be booking her again. Thank you!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Cat Sitting in Barking on Rover is £13.8 per Visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 7,351 sitters on Rover for Cat Sitting in Barking . About 90% of Barking sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you are planning ahead for public holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day cover for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
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 trays. 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 socialisation 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.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poo breaks occured. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available for dedicated customer support by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalised, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a key safe. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalised codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in a flat, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or lift etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover must pass an identity verification before they can list their services. An identity verification confirms that the sitter is who they say they are based on their documents.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to £25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit our Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes dedicated customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement programme 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.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
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.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, 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.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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