In London, the cost of cat sitting averages between £11 and £16 per day for daytime services, and £25 to £38 per night for overnight services.
The average is lower than the national rate, which is £22 per day for daytime services and £44.97 per night for overnight care.
Cat sitting offers personalised care when a pet parent is away or needs an extra hand. Cat house sitting in London costs an average of £39.62 per night, while drop-in visits cost £14.81 per visit and boarding costs £32.67 per night.
Here’s what to budget for, the factors that affect care costs, and tips for finding rates that work for you.
Cat Sitting Rates in London by Service Type
In London, drop-ins are generally the cheapest option, while house-sitting is more expensive.
| Cat Sitting Service | Cost |
| Drop-in visits | £11to £16 |
| House sitting in your home | £28 to £45 per night |
| Boarding | £25 to £38 per night |
Not sure how to decide between house sitting and drop-in visits? Healthy adult cats typically do well with one to two drop-in visits per day. But kittens and senior cats, cats with health issues, and very social kitties benefit from the supervision offered by a house sitter.
Add-On Fees for Cat Sitting Services
Different factors, like your cat’s age and needs, could have an impact on the cost of cat sitting. You can typically expect to pay more in London in the following situations.
For example, you can typically expect the following upcharges for each additional cat you board in London.
| Add-On Type | Drop-In Visit | In-House Sitting | Overnight Boarding |
| Additional Cat | +£6.64 | +£16.30 | +£19.12 |
Other add-ons might include:
- Bathing and grooming: +£2.30
- Transportation to/from your cat sitter: +£7.55
- Longer drop-ins (60 min): +£8.65
You might also see increases in your rate for things like:
- Sitter experience: Sitters with many years of cat care under their belts are likely to be in high demand and may charge higher rates.
- High needs cats: Care for cats who need special care, like daily injections or grooming, may cost more.
- Extra household chores: If your home requires maintenance beyond the usual, it’s a good idea to discuss an increased rate.
- Appointments: Budget extra if your cat has places to go, like the groomer or the vet.
- Constant care: If your pet can’t be left alone, you might pay an additional fee for their care.
Holiday Rates for London Cat Sitting
Cat sitting in London will also get more expensive during the holidays, when sitters often raise prices to compensate for limited availability and the extra attention pets may require during these periods.
Expect to pay more per night in London for holidays like:
- Good Friday and Easter Monday
- Early May Bank Holiday
- Spring Bank Holiday
- Summer Bank Holiday
- Guy Fawkes night
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
- New Year’s Eve
How much you can expect to pay for holidays depends on the type of service you book.
| Cat Sitting Type | Drop-In Visit | Overnight Boarding | In-House Sitting |
| Average Holiday Rate | £18.70 | £37.90 | £45.82 |
For the best chance of getting the rates that fit your budget, reach out to sitters early. Pet parents in London typically reserve their cat sitter:
- 13.8 days ahead for drop-ins
- 16.3 days ahead for boarding
- 19.1 days ahead for house sitting
For popular holidays, you may need to start your search even earlier.
Finding the Right Cat Sitter in London
Keep in mind that price is just one factor in choosing the right sitter for your cat, so it’s important not to jump at the first sitter in London who’s in your budget. Take the time to ask questions, suss out red and green flags, and thoroughly read reviews of the sitter.
You can also use Rover to filter for your preferences, confirm identity verifications, and schedule a meet-and-greet. It’s easy to compare sitter profiles on Rover to make sure you’ve found a good fit for your cat.
Note: These prices are accurate as of September 2025, as pulled from Rover’s data.
