Cat Sitting Oxford
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About: Although in relatively new to Rover, I have hands on experience caring for and walking a young, energetic Golden Retriever. I’m comfortable handling larger breeds and enjoy taking dogs on enriching walks suited to their individual needs. I’m passionate about dog behaviour and training and I enjoy learning more about how dogs communicate and what makes them feel happy, safe and confident. I’m patient, reliable and understand how important trust is when leaving your dog in someone else’s care. I’ll always follow your instructions carefully and keep you updated. I’m available mainly on weekends and enjoy spending time outdoors making them a great opportunity for longer walks and one on one care. Weekdays I’m available mainly after 5pm depending on my schedule. I currently provide pet care in your home where your dog can stay comfortable in their familiar surroundings and routine. I’ll take them time to understand your dog’s individual needs including feeding times, play, walks, rest and any other instructions you’d like me to follow. I’m also happy to send regular photos and updates so you can have peace of mind
“Qi was a fantastic cat sitter and took excellent care of Biscuit. She listened carefully to all our instructions and followed them thoroughly. We really appreciated the multiple photo updates at every visit, which gave us total peace of mind while we were away. Biscuit was clearly happy and relaxed when we returned home. Qi was also incredibly flexible and understanding when my fiancé became ill and we had to return home earlier than planned. We would absolutely recommend Qi and will not hesitate to book her again in the future.”
About: My husband Yevhenii and I have extensive experience in caring for cats and dogs (of any size). We often look after animals and have a client base, but we also have a lot of time to get to know new lovely pets. In our experience, we have looked after both one cat/dog and 7 dogs at the same time. Rest assured, we are not afraid of anything! We have lived in Oxford for 4years and have been sitting/feeding/playing/walking pets all this time. Please contact us - our love for beautiful creatures is very great and we will surround your pets with care. We are available almost all the time for you. Sometimes we do pets sitting separately with my husband Yechenii. His contact is added to my profile. We always vote to stay together with sleepovers/play with pets but we can do it separately. In the house where we live it is forbidden to have pets, so we can walk/look after/play with/feed pets only in your house, but with great love and care.
“Francesca is great: a fantastic communicator, and really attentive to the needs of my chihuahua. Ruby seemed really relaxed when I got home, even on her first visit. I entirely recommend her services!”
About: I have looked after a few family dogs when they go on holiday. Friendly, trustworthy dog sitter happy to provide walks, playtime, cuddles, and regular updates of your dogs. I am currently in 2nd year of university studying midwifery. I am currently in 2nd year of university studying midwifery. I either work shifts in the hospital or am at university studying. On my days off I can commit my whole day to caring for your pets I have a fenced back garden and grass for your pets to run around in. I live close to a large park. I have no other pets living my house so your pets will have all of my attention
“Mylena is an absolutely fantastic dogsitter: I can’t recommend her highly enough! She’s responsive, kind, and took wonderful care of my chihuahua, Ruby. I felt very confident leaving Ruby with Mylena, knowing that she’d be really well cared for.”
“Charlie took to Elaine straight away, and she was so good with him, not worrying that he was quite excited by her being here. She managed him well and he was able to calm down and chill with her. Great communication throughout. I will definitely ask Elaine to look after Charlie again.”
About: I have been surrounded by dogs my whole life. While I was growing up I had five dogs in my house and I cared for all of them. They were my best friends. Now as an adult, I ocassionally take care of my aunt’s German Pointer and my friend’s greyhound. I am a loving and caring person who finds animal companionship better than some humans. This might be a weird flex but whenever I go with my friend to the dog park all the dogs end up leaning on my leg. She later told me that is a sign of trust, like a hug from a dog, abd honestly, I want to believe this is true because dogs are great character judges. I’m a recent graduate taking a well deserved break after finishing my dissertation. So I have plenty time (maybe too much time on my hands) and I would love some pet company. I will ask all necessary questions to the owners about the pet’s schedule, the things they are allowed to do and the don’ts. I bring a really calm and firm energy when it’s necessary so pets don’t feel anxious around me.
About: I had a childhood kitty who inspired my lifelong love for cats. As a cat sitter and fosterer, I have experience with cats of all ages and temperaments, from bottle-fed kittens to senior cats, and with shy and semi-feral cats too. I also have experience administering medication to friendly kitties. After graduating from university, I worked as a cat sitter for a popular Vancouver cat sitting agency (Urban Tails), visiting cats in their homes. I had several repeat clients who trusted me with their furbabies and homes for weekend getaways and longer trips. At this point, I’ve cat sat and fostered over a hundred cats and kittens over the years, which is a joy to reflect on (I genuinely just love them so much!). I absolutely adore dogs as well. I’ve dog-sat for friends and I can’t wait to have one of my own. I love a long walk and really enjoy the outdoor time and “stopping to smell the roses” moments that come with dog sitting. When I moved to the UK in 2025, I started pet sitting on Trusted Housesitters. I really enjoyed it and used the service to travel and decide where I wanted to settle down (Oxford captured my heart). In my free time, I love to knit, read, and watch documentaries. I’m a freelance writer and I work from home, so I have lots of time to shower pets with attention (if they want it!) during housesitting visits. I have a flexible schedule, so I’m happy to pop in during your pet’s preferred times for drop-in visits. I’m a freelance writer so my schedule is very flexible. I mostly work from home, stepping out for a cafe or library visit every once in a while for a change of scenery. I’ll keep your pet company for most of the day during housesits. Since I’m self-employed, I can pop in for drop-in visits during the work day to accommodate your pet’s feeding, medication, or activity schedule. I’m happy to follow any preferences or restrictions you have for your pets. Dogs always stay on lead during walks, unless safe off-leash areas and recall are discussed beforehand. I never bring plants or flowers into house sits. I always put food and my knitting supplies away so curious pets can’t get into them.
“Five star service from Melanie, would give more if I could! She went above and beyond, letting me know when she was going to come in and when she had been, feeding Murphy as well as the hedgehog on the patio, and even recharging the cat tracker collar so I could have peace of mind knowing where Murphy went while I was away.”
“Bertie loved meeting Antonia and went on a lovely stroll! Antonia clearly knows how to engage with dogs - including youngish and slightly cheeky pups! - and was both caring and firm. We look forward to arranging more visits :)”
About: I have experience with big and small, and quiet and wild doggos. I have a friendly aura and get on well with these furry folk. Cat mother at heart. I am currently a university student and have a schedule that is very flexible. Looking for a few hours in my day to help and bond with your animal. When caring for pets in a pet owner’s home, I always aim to keep their routine as normal and consistent as possible so they feel safe and comfortable. I follow all instructions carefully, whether that includes feeding, walks, playtime, or medication if needed. I’m responsible, attentive, and respectful of both the pet’s needs and the owner’s home, and I understand how important trust is when someone is caring for your pet. I trust that you as the owner has accommodated your home for your animal/pets. With the exception that it is a safe environment for your animals safety. I do not offer services for your animals to be in my home.
About: Hi! I'm a Registered Vet Nurse now studying Veterinary Medicine, who misses her pets and is looking to earn a little extra cash taking care of other's. I worked at Hydegate Pet Resort for 3 years and as a vet nurse for 2 years, so understand the needs of different individuals and personalities, and have excellent experience in husbandry, walking and feeding. I love to work with dogs, cats and small furries, and have some knowledge of exotics. I'm an enthusiastic animal lover, who always strives to be reliable and work my hardest. I am currently living between my home and student accommodation and any love I can give an animal is as beneficial to me as I hope my service will be to you. Can't wait to hear from you. As a student, my availability shifts a lot throughout the year as I work between studies, placements and holidays, but I am able to be flexible and very happy to work something out that suits both of us. Having worked in kennels and with a wide range of patients in veterinary practice, I am able to care for your pets with confidence and understanding of their individual needs. I am also able to give medications as required.
About: I have decades of experience with animals, both cats and dogs. I founded a cat rescue group in Brazil and rehabilitated and rehomed around 500 kitties (and the odd doggie that needed help). I can administer medication, manage feeding routines, and provide comfort and reassurance for behavior concerns.
“Excellent! This is the 2nd time annika has looked after lola, and this time was also very short notice. Lola clearly remembered her, and was ready waiting for her most days. Lola's review would be 'thank you annika, you kept me calm and I really enjoyed your company'. 😊”
The median cost per Visit for cat sitting in Oxford is £13
Cat owners share their Rover experiences - Oxford
This was the first time Irem has cat sat for me and both I and my cat, Jackie, have been very happy with the experience. Jackie is an elderly cat and so needed a little extra care and attention, which Irem was more than willing to provide, responding each visit to the small challenges he presented. Jackie clearly settled well with Irem, who was reliable and conscientious throughout, keeping me regularly updated with texts and photos. I shall have no hesitation in asking Irem to cat sit for me again the next time I am away.
Bethany was honestly amazing with my cat 🥰 She was so caring and attentive, and kept me updated while I was away, which really reassured me. It was lovely knowing my little one was being looked after so well and getting plenty of love and attention. I came home to a happy, settled cat, which says it all! 🐱❤️ I’d definitely book with her again and would highly recommend you to anyone looking for a lovely, trustworthy cat sitter!
We booked Marguerite again and she has been fantastic! She was on time, shared updated about our cat, followed instructions and asked questions when she wasn't sure of something. Our cat was full of purr when with her and even came to greet her at the door when she returned.:)
Nicole was so friendly, and really relaxed. She was totally reliable, and ensured our cat was happy and cared for while we were away. I did not need to worry at all during our holiday, and this is priceless. She sent appropriate and helpful updates. Fully recommend Nicole!
Since we met Abi we knew it would be the perfect pick for our babies! Great communication and promptly she messaged us with a lots of photos and updates on how our cats were doing! Very happy and for sure we will contact her for future visits! Thank you!
Julia was absolutely wonderful with Jimmi! She took such great care of her while my boyfriend and I were away for summer vacation, and even brought her own toys to play with Jimmi. Jimmi loves her so much that I honestly think she’s throwing a little tantrum now that my boyfriend is back to taking care of her instead of Julia 😂 We couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter and would absolutely recommend her!
Anna is the best cat-sitter/feeder/communicator it’s possible to imagine. I’d recommend her to anyone. She made friends with the cats and sent me messages, photos and videos to show me they were home, happy and eating every morning and evening. I’m hoping she is able to come back whenever we need her! Thank you Anna 🐈⬛🐈
Marta is the best cat feeder! She clearly loves animals as she has been so lovely with our cats. She sent photos and videos which made me feel so confident that we’d chosen the best person to have in our home. We have never used Rover before and we are so happy we did.
Letty and Jon are clearly cat people and made friends very quickly with my (sometimes stand-offish) kitties. At initial meeting they asked the kind of questions that show your cats are going to be in caring and considerate hands. They kept me up to date with messages and photos during the booking.
Qi is a wonderful and respectful cat nanny, as well as a gentle and faithful person who cares about your pet’s wellbeing. It was my first time leaving my Bengal cat alone, just about 3 months after adoption, and it went waaaaaay better than I could have imagined! Qi will adapt to your pet’s needs and find a way to every paw’s heart - she definitely found a way to my shy little leopard’s heart, which is a real treasure! I was able to fully relax while on holiday with my family, knowing that Alysa was well looked after. Qi is officially our cat nanny now!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Cat Sitting in Oxford on Rover is £14.95 per Visit (as of September 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 1,103 sitters on Rover for Cat Sitting in Oxford. About 91% of Oxford 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. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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 request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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