Cat Sitting in Dumfries
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Top-rated Dumfries cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Machair is quite an anxious dog and after his meet and greet with Madeleine he was absolutely fine. She was very calm with him and they were soon best friends. She came in and fed him and took him a wee walk and everything was fine when I returned home. I would definitely use Madeleine again.”
About: A true animal lover, I've turned my passion into my profession and recently been awarded a PhD in animal behaviour and welfare. As well as the theory, I have plenty of practice caring for animals. I work a full time but flexible role, mostly from home, with most evenings and weekends free. I am in the office on a Tuesday and Thursday. My priority is that your companion animal feels safe and confident around me. This means sticking to routine, respecting their boundaries and responding to their behaviour.
“This is the second time George has looked after Jasper now and again he has been brilliant, arrived on time and kept me very up to date with how Jaspers day was going overall very friendly and professional, I would 100% recommend.”
“Emilia helped me out very last minute with my German Shepherd and Labrador for a couple of days. Both are big and excitable however she came to meet them in advance and wasn’t phased by this at all and was so calm with them even as they greeted her very ‘enthusiastically’ charging around and getting her covered in hair ? They instantly loved her and I immediately felt comfortable that they would be well looked after by her. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Emilia.”
About: During my time working in a kennel the best care was provided, always keeping it clean and giving lots of attention. Always playing with dogs and cats every day! I worked there for 4 years and have always had pets! I have given baths and given medications for years too :) I am currently unemployed due to trying a change in career and not enjoying it so as of now I am available a majority of the time! In your home it would be treated with respect and would clean anything up behind your furry friend! I’m happy to do whatever you’d like for you and your pets to be happy aswell
About: I run a dog park in Dumfries, Neo's. I also offer other pet care services, such as dog walking. I have many good reviews and lots of happy animals. This is my full time job, my schedule is very flexible and I'm happy to work weekends too. I'm always willing to work around what's best for you and your pets. I am up for any challenge I have a boisterous 2 year old Staffy, so a lot of experience in keeping him busy. I am an organised, clean, respectable individual who will take care of your pets and your home.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since a young age, I trained my own puppy and also cared for a senior dog in his old age - I have experience with small, medium and large breeds! I currently work 9-5, Monday to Friday - I am available for dog walking every weekday after 6pm or any time on the weekends! Please ask about pet boarding. We have a fenced garden and good walks nearby - I will provide photos of my time with your pet for peace of mind! Please let me know if you have any questions.
Dumfries cat owners share their Rover experiences
As always, Alison is wonderful. She does an amazing job of looking after our Gowdie while we're away. It has been a very difficult time for us lately as I have been very unwell, but knowing we had Alison popping in to make sure Gowdie was looked after, made it less of a worry for me. I have been a bit stressed out with everything and having Alison there for help and support has been just amazing. She goes above and beyond to make sure Gowdie is cared for in her own home. Thank you so much Alison. I don't know what I'd do without you now, probably neither can Gowdie, even though she is a mare!
Emilia was extremely easy to work with, she offered to meet before we committed but I was happy to go ahead and book and she arranged a mutually suitable time to get the key. Ace was out when she came so I didn’t get to see her interact with him but it’s obvious she does this because she loves animals. She came at the time agreed and sent us a photo of Ace, all was well when we returned and would happily book again.
Emilia was an amazing help looking after our 3 cats! She is very reliable for stopping by and doesn’t just spend 5-10 minutes at the house. She sat with them for a good half an hour and would also clean the litter trays for us! We got updates and photos sent to us while we were away too, just to reassure us that everything was okay and the cats were happy! She also gets bonus points for taking in the wheelie bin without us even mentioning it! Would definitely recommend her to anyone!
Alison was absolutely brilliant, she came to pick up the key at our convenience and I immediately felt at ease leaving Ace in her care. He must have felt the same as he was happy to have belly rubs! Everything was left clean & tidy and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Dumfries is £11
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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 Dumfries on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about £11 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.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, cat sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when comparing cat sitters available in Dumfries .
Do you simply need someone to call in and play, feed and scoop? Dumfries 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.
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.
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