Cat Sitting London
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About: Enthusiastic back and ear scratch provider! Runner & Hiker ready to tire even the most energetic dogs. Remote PhD student in search of some study break buddies! Aussies owner for the past 12 years + babysitter to dogs, pups, cats (and birds!) “Wooferful and pawsitively furtastic time spent on walkies with Anna, can(ine) highly recommend!!” (5/5 🐾, Jack, 12 year-old Aussie) I grew up with a silly and cuddly Australian Shepherd, so caring for dogs has become an important part of my routine. From long walks, running after him to get his toys back, to training (when he decided to listen!), I've learnt the importance of patience, and understanding each pet's personality. As a remote PhD student, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to give pets plenty of attention, exercise, and companionship throughout the day. Whether it's a nice walk, a cuddle, or just sticking to their usual routine, I'm happy to adapt to what each pet and owner needs. I know that every pet is different, so I always take the time to learn their routine, preferences, and any specific instructions before caring for them. I carefully follow feeding schedules, medication instructions if needed, walking routes, and any training or house rules to help pets feel safe and comfortable. Equally, I will also treat your home with respect, and keep you updated while you're away, and make sure your pet receives plenty of attention, and safe and loving care.
About: I grew up with rescue cats, and in the past, I've kept my own guinea piggies and leopard geckos. I have used various other platforms over the years for petsitting, to take dogs for walks and into work on a regular basis, as well as popping in to feed cats. I genuinely care for animals and I always strive to do my best by them with the utmost affection. I have a flexible schedule and I regularly care for pets in owners' homes across the UK, so I'm experienced at quickly building trust with animals and maintaining their usual routines. I have been petsitting for many years now and I am quite comfortable providing the exact care as described by the homeowners. I have proven myself to be trustworthy and reliable. I am happy when the animals in my care are happy!
About: Ive dog sat for friends while they’ve been on holiday, I looked after, fed, walked and played with their dog for a whole week while they’ve were away. I also have experience taking care of dogs with special needs, I’ve dog sat a dos with attachment issues and very nervous. Open to look after dogs with any physical or mental health issues. I’m very patient, kind and understanding. My schedule is completely flexible and I am also flexible and happy to take care of your pet however works best for you, feel free to send any questions or special requests :) Happy to do this however feels best for you pet, I’m very patient and completely flexible to make sure your little animal has their needs met :)
“Annie was great! My 2 cats are quite shy (one didn’t come out to visit but he’s quite sensitive lol) but Luna loved her! Everything done exactly as we asked and cute picture updates throughout! Visited for longer amounts of time than said which was perfect so the kitties didn’t get too lonely whilst we were away! Would 100% book again!”
“I highly recommend Milena, she’s been so great the entire month I was gone. Really accommodating and professional, will definitely go to her again if I am on holiday in the future.”
About: I had a dog when I was a teenager and I used to live in Spain before coming here. Here in London I have taken care of two of my friends' cats and the dog of a third friend when they have gone on holidays. I have stayed at their houses as is easier for the pet to feel safe and at ease, I have made sure that they are feed, change the cats sand and taken the dog on walks and to the park to play. I am currently working 2–3 days a week in the mornings, up to 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, or 2:30 PM per day in retail, and three evenings a week as a childminder from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM (sometimes 5:30 PM). I am always free one whole day per week (mostly Tuesdays), most evenings, and Saturday afternoon. First of all, I make sure to follow all the instructions that the owner gives me. I keep an eye on anything they can eat and I play with them.
“I came back to a happy cat :) Giulia was very attentive to my cat, giving her lots of brushes and looking after her. I've now booked Giulia a few times and would recommend her :)”
“Thank you for following instructions, turning up on time and making even Mylo feel comfortable around you. Really appreciate it. Looking forward to booking you more often for the future.”
About: Not only do I have a 6 year old Bernedoodle and a labradoodle back home in California but I also love walking, playing, and running with all pets. I'm a responsible solicitor who effectively manages my time and I have the experience in multiple corporate and customer service industries to manage a variety of tasks including the management of a children's summer camp. I can provide references if necessary and have experience both house sitting pets and taking care of multiple animals for extended periods of time. I know a lot about dogs and animals in general. I'm very attentive and will be accommodating to whatever your needs are for your individual pet. Salary for each task is also negotiable. Thank you.
“Pablo was great with Pepper. He sent regular updates and photos. Pepper is a very nervous and shy cat but she warmed up really quickly to Pablo and was clearly comfortable in his care. I highly recommend Pablo to other cat parents.”
“Gennaro was a wonderful sitter who was able to help out in a pinch on short notice after I’d been gone for a few days and my usual sitter had an emergency. He was very attentive to my cats needs (my cat is incredibly independent) and was welcoming and safe even though we’d never met (I provided the access code to a key safe) - even bringing in a parcel left outside before I asked him to. I can highly recommend Gennaro to anyone who needs a sitter!”
“Matilde was wonderful taking care of our two cats. Her communication was perfect, she was very responsive and on top of their care. We really felt like we could relax and the photos were very cute too, as an added bonus! Our cats definitely liked Matilde a lot, and they were happy and relaxed when we returned which was lovely to come back to.”
“Valery was simply great. We have a diabetic cat and she looked after him, including injecting him twice a day. He immediately warmed to her and she sent us lots of photos and videos. We had some last minute travel delays and Valery was very flexible in being able to help us out and we are very grateful for that. We will definitely be using Valery again.”
“Vladimir came over to meet the cats before doing the initial drop-ins and it was clear they immediately were drawn to him. One of our cats is scared of nearly every human he meets, but he stayed calm and sniffed Vladimir and let him pet him. When the time came to drop in with the cats, they clearly were excited to see him. He fed them, cleaned their litter, played with them and sent plenty of proof of life showing they were getting lots of cuddles. I would hire Vladimir again in a flash!”
“Douglas was kind, attentive, and professional! He met Roxie before doing several drop in visits with her. He sent great pictures and got along well with our kitty. Would highly recommend!!”
“We had a wonderful experience with Vitoria as cat sitter for our little girl. She kept us updated on all necessary info during her stay and made us feel at complete ease. Our Missy can we be quite shy with most but she seemed to take to Vitoria very quickly - no easy feat. It is also worth mentioning that as well as our cat, she also looked after our home while we were away, and we came back to find it just as we had left it. I cannot recommend her enough and would absolutely trust her again in future with our cat and home. Thank you so much! 😊”
“Helped me out of a really tough situation- Yan is really friendly and was up for collecting my keys from hospital, going to my home and feeding my cat, and then dropping the keys back off to me in hospital. I had no idea how I was going to get my cat fed and Yan came through! Would def recommend”
The median cost per Visit for cat sitting in London is £14
Cat owners share their Rover experiences - London
Lanting did a great job looking after our 13 year old, curious cat. She was prompt, thorough, and kept us regularly updated with timely messages. Our cat was happy and well when we came home. We would definitely recommend Lanting and will happily use their services again.
Imogen was brilliant, very efficient and responsive, left really good notes and pictures. Our cat Ana took to her immediately, even though she's often a shy cat who is cautious with new people. Imogen clearly made the effort to bond with Ana and play with her
Valery was a fantastic catsitter and I highly recommend her. She looked after my elderly diabetic cat administering injections each day. My cat was clearly happy and well looked after and Valery shared a great set of photos each day. Valery was reliable, kind and I’d definitely use her again. Thank you Valery!
Paula provided great care for my cat Cindy while I was away. We had a nice meeting in advance to get to know each other and I could immediately tell she would be a great fit. She is a great communicator, sending updates and photos after each meeting with Cindy. She clearly loves animals and I will be happy to have her come and take care of Cindy again in the future. Thanks Paula!
Sarah has been fantastic with our two girls! She is extremely reliable and kept us updated after every visit, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. Both cats took to her immediately and were friendly with her from the very first visit. We would highly recommend Sarah and will definitely be using her services again!
Rebecca was brilliant. She came for a visit with short notice to get to meet my cat and was really sweet with her straight away. She offered to give her her medication and made sure to understand her needs/quirks. The updates were great - gave me plenty of details and reassured me whilst I was away. Meant I returned to a very content cat!
Liv is our favourite sitter! She’s incredibly reliable, understanding, and caring. She takes great care of our cat Peppa, following feeding instructions perfectly and spending plenty of time playing with her. She also manages to somehow take the absolute best photos of Peppa during her drop-ins, easily the daily highlight of our holidays :)
Ross is our go-to for looking after Fred and Sparkle, and we’re so glad to have him! He’s cared for them three times now, and they’re so comfortable with him. He sends beautiful photos every visit. It’s lovely seeing their little faces and knowing they’re happy while we’re away. You can tell he really cares about them, and that makes all the difference. We can properly relax knowing they’re in his hands. Would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for someone lovely and reliable to look after their cats :)
We were so impressed with Justyna's care and returned to a clean house with two happy, relaxed cats. She sent daily videos of playtime along with thoughtful updates on their mood, and it was evident she genuinely cared about their well-being. One of our cats needs daily medication, and she handled it amazingly, something few sitters have succeeded with. Massive recommendation!
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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FAQs for Cat Sitting – London
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Cat Sitting in London on Rover is £16 per Visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between £12 and £25 per Visit.
sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 9,333 sitters on Rover for Cat Sitting in London. About 90% of London 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 occurred. 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 must complete an identity verification process before listing their services on Rover. This process checks that the sitter’s identity matches their provided documents.
Identity verification doesn't assess a sitter’s experience or suitability for your pet. To see if a sitter is the right fit, you can review each sitter's profile for ratings, verified reviews, repeat pet owner information and care style. We also recommend arranging a Meet & Greet to discuss your pet’s needs and make sure the sitter is the right fit before booking.
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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who've never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover, but you're welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you've previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you're booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you'll have a chance to go 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. A Meet & Greet is a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three- or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-in visits, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12.00 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our booking protection will kick in. This means you'll get a full refund and our support team will work 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
- 93% 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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