Cat Sitting in Darlington

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Rebecca M.
Star Sitter
£10
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
5 repeat pet owners
1 year of experience
Darlington, DL3

Rebecca is great! Super responsive and clear communication!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca W.
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Rebecca W.
£12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
13 repeat pet owners
15 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

Becky was absolutely lovely with Iggy! She took such great care of him and sent us lots of cute photos and updates. It was so reassuring to know that he was happy and well looked after. Iggy clearly enjoyed playing with her too! We wouldn’t hesitate to book her again for our next holiday. Highly recommend!

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Maria C.
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Miss Louise Emma R.
£10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat pet owners
3 years of experience
Darlington, DL1

Louise was fantastic with our young cat. She was very responsive and efficient with her care. We came home to a very relaxed and happy cat, would definitely book her again!

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Chloe J.
£13
total per visit
1 repeat pet owner
2 years of experience
Darlington, DL2

About: Hi, I'm Chloe! I run a professional dog walking service, and I’m dedicated to providing more than just a potty break. I provide a safe, structured, and fun experience for your dog. I am fully trained in Canine First Aid. This means I’m prepared to recognize and react to emergencies, manage minor injuries on the trail, and ensure your dog returns home safe and sound every single time. I am a professional dog walker, with plenty availability to care for your furry friends. I’m available weekdays 8:30am-5pm, and select availability at weekends. I provide safe and stimulating walks ensuring your dog comes home happy and ready for a nap! I also offer home visits for puppies and senior dogs who aren’t up for long walks. I am canine first aid trained.

Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth C.
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Elizabeth C.
£16
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
6 repeat pet owners
4 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

Needed last minute day care for my cocker Henry, Elizabeth completely put me at ease, she stayed in constant communication with me, had a lovely time playing with Henry who was happy and calm when I got back from my long day. Would highly recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Iryna Y.
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Iryna Y.
£12
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 year of experience
Darlington, DL3

Iryna did a wonderful job taking care of my rescue cat Ajwa. She gave me updates and sent pictures from her visits each day that I was away so I could feel comfortable that he was being taken care of. Would definitely recommend .🥰

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Kelly G.
Star Sitter
£17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
9 repeat pet owners
13 years of experience
Darlington, DL2

So glad I discovered Kelly. My cat, Barry, and I instantly bonded with her. I got some lovely and amusing updates, with some great photos. I think Barry took a real shine to her & was subsequently quite disappointed to see me walk through the door upon my return. Kelly was happy to stay over her allotted time to make sure Barry had everything he needed. Communication has been great. Really happy with the service provided. I have already rebooked Kelly & have no issues in using her again if required in the future…..I know Barry will be delighted 😀

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Ellie-Grace G.
£10
total per visit
5 years of experience
Hurworth-on-Tees, DL2

About: My family have had dogs for my entire life, we currently have 6 dogs and a horse. I have already been involved with dog walking locally and want to expand. I am trying to build my dog walking family and currently I’m free to help all week days, 9am -6pm (Winter hours). Summer hours longer. Happy to travel to your property to either walk or stay with your pets. I am fully insured and have a lot of animal experience.

Sitter Profile Image: Ellie V.
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Ellie V.
£13
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat pet owners
15 years of experience
DL3

Ellie is so lovely and really experienced with dogs, we met before her visit and our puppy loved her. Good communication during her visit, will definitely ask Ellie to sit/walk for Pippa again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah S.
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Hannah S.
£13
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
16 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

Hannah was lovely and my cat clearly enjoyed having her visit whilst we were away. Thanks so much for dropping in on Penny over the holidays!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jack B.
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Jack B.
£16
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
1 repeat pet owner
3 years of experience
DL3

About: I’m very active and love walking. My fiance is also on rover so it’s something we both enjoy doing. My Dalmatian is a big softy and has never had any issues with any dogs or cats. As long as they are friendly with her she would always enjoy a play mate. One of us are always in the house and we are happy to cater for any special requests. We can assist with any training requirements. I can do hybrid working when required. I don’t work weekends at all. My fiance is also at home during the day so there is always somebody in the house. Callie gets a minimum of 2 walks a day. Happy to cater for any special requests I have a fenced garden and a backyard. I’ve got a very friendly Dalmatian that loves play dates. Wouldn’t ever need to leave the dog by themselves. Plenty of photos and videos with regular updates

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Al M.
£13
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
42 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

About: I grew up in the countryside in a family with dogs and cats and also chickens, ducks, sheep and even a pony, so I am very comfortable around all animals and have had both dogs and cats in my own family over the years. I do love both and do understand and enjoy the difference between them. I believe they all have their own identity and personality and it is up to us to encourage them to feel they can express themselves in a fulfilling way both for themselves and their owners and carers to enjoy. I have taken care of dogs and cats from puppies and kittens, through maternity and on to end of life care so have wide experience of caring for them through all stages of their life, from early exercise, socialising and training to simply spending quiet time together providing close comfort and companionship. I am currently free to devote all of my time to caring for our furry friends. I am very flexible and reliable, planning and hoping to make pet care a major part of my life from now on. I have a large Victorian terraced house with plenty of space and a safe walled rear courtyard for fresh air. I will only board one pet at a time so your pet will get all the attention and space he or she needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Guste G.
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Guste G.
£16
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat pet owner
9 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

Guste has been amazing. I went with the right person to check in on my two cats when I went away. She is very friendly, followed instructions perfectly, she went above and beyond and even hoovered and cleaned up more than I would ever ask her to. My painfully shy cat let Guste stroke her, she normally hides and only comes out after a sitter has left. Guste’s reports were lovely and detailed. I felt reassured that my girls have been well looked after. I could not recommend highly enough, I will happily book her again. Thank you so much!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lee O.
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Lee O.
£14
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
11 years of experience
Darlington, DL1

About: I have been pet and house sitting for the past 11 years with Jane. We started in Australia and travelled the world sitting for owners. I have had dogs all my life and experienced multiple dogs at the same time. We have looked after a range of different dogs from small to large. Recently we've completed several Animal Care course in first aid and behaviour. Our experience We are non smoking, polite couple who take care of the things around us. We love to clean and have things looking tidy and smelling nice. We have been trusted to use previous house sitters cars so I feel we are very responsible and trustworthy. Qualifications with Distinction: * Animal Healing and Technique * Dog Medication * Animal Care Level 3 * Dog Grooming * Canine Behaviour Course Level 4 * Feline Behaviour and Psychology Diploma * Exotic Animal Care * Pet First Aid and CPR Level 3 This is our only job so your pets needs come first. We stay in your home for the entire sit so your home is also secure and protected while you are away. Animals are not left for more than 4 hours a day and the rest of the day we are there to tend to the animals needs ie playtime, toilet breaks, feeding etc.

Sitter Profile Image: Cailin W.
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Cailin W.
£13
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
6 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

About: I’ve taken care of many different breeds and ages of dogs. I have experience with training younger dogs, as well as older or more anxious animals. I also have experience caring for younger and elderly cats. I’m currently available for weekend boarding! For Friday boarding starts please message to confirm a 6pm or later drop off is available, as I work a 9-5 during the week. For anything outside weekends, please message to see if I can accommodate your pets needs (ex. Evening drop ins or walks) Please let me know if your animal has any special care instructions. I have experience with administering medications, and am reliable if your pet must follow a strict eating schedule. If caring for your animal in your home, I will always follow instructions and leave everything as I found it.

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Arizona R.
£13
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
4 years of experience
High Coniscliffe, DL1

About: I have taken care of dogs varying in age from puppies to senior dogs. I have trained puppies to walk on lead correctly without pulling. I am trained to be able to communicate with animals (dogs especially) and have undergone various training days to be able to provide the best experience for my clients and their four legged friends. I am a professional dog walker so pet care fits very easily into my routine as it’s what I’m used to doing 24/7. I can adjust to peoples schedule and am always available to message I offer pet sitting services in the clients home only- this is purely because I find that animals are more relaxed and feel safer in their own environment which they are used to.

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Rosie O.
£16
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
15 years of experience
Darlington, DL1

Rosie looked after my two cats while I was away for two weeks. I received daily photos and updates which was really reassuring! She was kind and professional from the start and I felt at ease knowing they were being cared for by Rosie. Highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Scarlett D.
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Scarlett D.
£10
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
21 years of experience
Darlington, DL1

Scarlett was amazing with Mia. Made a fuss out of her, and took lots of pictures. Would absolutely recommend

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Lauren A.
£19
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat pet owner
1 year of experience
DL1

Lauren has been such a find! Having never used pet services before, it’s a bit worrying handing your keys over to a stranger and having them look after your pets. Lauren made me feel at ease from the start. I’ve had photo and text updates on the status of my pet, which has been reassuring. She has also been very accommodating. My life, at present, is a little chaotic and she has been very patient with me, changing dates, last minute requests etc. I’m really delighted with the service she has offered and will definitely use her again in the future.

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Megan D.
£10
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
13 years of experience
Darlington, DL3

About: I’ve been pet sitting for the past 18 months for many of my family and friends. I have previous experience working in a vets and also have owned many pets myself. I can care for your more senior friends with the care and adoration they require and after having a senior pup myself I know that they may need some extra love and attention! Family and friends have relied on me to walk, feed, bathe and play with their beloved friends and I would be honoured to do the same for you! I’m currently working part time so have plenty of time to care for your pets. I am available 7 days a week with the exception of 4pm-8pm Monday-Wednesday. I will try to stick to your usual routine as much as possible while staying with your pets. I would also be happy to crate your pet if you require.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Louise was fantastic with our young cat. She was very responsive and efficient with her care. We came home to a very relaxed and happy cat, would definitely book her again!

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Helaina T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I must say that Ceri is the best she take care of our cat 2 nd time, Freya was more comfortable and brave towards Ceri, and she really enjoyed her company. Can't say a bad word. Highly recommend.

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Artur T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah was lovely and my cat clearly enjoyed having her visit whilst we were away. Thanks so much for dropping in on Penny over the holidays!

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Chantel D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly was amazing, the cats loved her and were slightly disappointed when we came back! Would definitely recommend and we’ll be inviting Kelly back for our next trip away!

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David F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Iryna did a wonderful job taking care of my rescue cat Ajwa. She gave me updates and sent pictures from her visits each day that I was away so I could feel comfortable that he was being taken care of. Would definitely recommend .🥰

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Hannah T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This is the second time I’ve used Guste and I would recommend her highly. She goes above and beyond and I trust her with my cats.

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Esther L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Abbie was amazing looking after my 2 kittens, kept me updated with pictures and what she was doing with them. Will definitely book with her again

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Jessica N.
Drop-In Visits
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Darlington on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about £12 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customise your booking to suit your and your cat’s needs.

As of Jun 2026, there are 45 cat sitters in Darlington. 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 an identity verification for you and your cat’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Darlington cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 3 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare cat sitters in Darlington.

Do you simply need someone to call in and play, feed and scoop? Darlington cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on holiday or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in visit! Your cat sitter will call in to feed, play with and cuddle 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 45 cat sitters in Darlington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific 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 an identity verification for you and your cat’s safety.

Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter via 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, you can rest assured that your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care.