Cat Sitting Poole
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“Thanks Diana. I know you were there 9.50 - 10.30 so thank you! Like me, you're getting to grips with how the Rover App works as I know I'm your first customer. Importantly, you followed all my instructions and clearly, Millie had a lovely walk and cuddles!”
“Becky is a great cat sitter! Simba loved her daily visits . She contacted us daily with photos. She made sure the change over to the next cat sitter went smoothly. I would ask her to cat sit again. ”
“We are so glad that we found Emilee to pop in on our cat while we were away 😊 we would highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again! She took fantastic care of our 8 year old cat and always kept us up to the date with pictures too, can’t thank you enough. Xx”
“Abi is friendly, enthusiastic and easy to communicate with. We would definitely have her back to look after our cats in the future! She also looked after our guinea pigs too. She really did an excellent job! Thank you so much! See you soon!!”
“Tuesday looked after our two very shy cats while we were away, we were a bit nervous about leaving them but we're very reassured by her pre-sitting questions and visit, and by the videos and pictures she sent during the time we were away. Thank you for facilitating a lovely Christmas for us seeing family we'd not seen in years, would definitely recommend and we'll be coming straight to you for future sitting needs :)”
“Cats were extremely happy and healthy when we got back. They were good communicators all throughout our trip, answered messages promptly and kept us up to date. We will definitely be using them again!”
“We really liked her. She was gping above abd beyond. She kept updated us all the time and was great to see cat was in good hands. Defenetally would reccomend her. Thank you Maria hope will see you soon again.”
“Sarah was brilliant. Clear communication throughout, lots of photos and she even managed to get my grumpy cat to sit on her lap - she is definitely a cat expert! I would happily ask her to look after Kiwi again.”
About: Hello, I am Carol from Hong Kong now based in Poole, Dorset. I love all kinds of furry animals and had 2 dogs and 2 cats in the past. I adopt them from rescues and from friends when they were babies and took good care of my animal family members until they passed away in very old age (16-20yrs). Now they all reunited on the other side of the rainbow bridge and I have the window of my life to travel around the World. As a loving and very responsible human companion to my furry families, I do understand the desire of travelling if there is a good and trusty hand to stay and take care of our animal families in their most comfortable place - HOME! Well, of course they will miss you while you are away, but I am sure they understand that you will come back home soon with beautiful smile, scent and aura. Look forward to meet you, if I have the chance. Let's live our life with love and passion! I am working remotely for my holiday letting business, so my schedule is very flexible. Just let me know your schedule and I will try my best to accommodate. I have pet sit 5 dogs and 4 cats so far this year and all owners are satisfied with my work with 5 stars reviews. I always check and lock windows and doors every night. I also make sure dogs and cats are safe at home during the night time. The best way to enhance the safety and trust is to walk the dogs with the owners at least one time to understand the routines and the home ( or walking routes ) environment.
About: We lost our beautiful cane corso/boxer November 2024 and since then, we have been enjoying the company of your fur baby’s! We specialise with reactive and nervous dogs and understand the challenges of walking a dog who finds it difficult around other dogs/animals/people. We have experience in dog boarding but we’re full time van lifers now so only offer house sitting, drop in visits and walks! With our walks - if you book a 30 minute walk you’ll receive 15 minutes free! If you are on the fence about any of our services please feel free to drop us a message first and we’ll be happy to chat it through - we know it’s a big decision trusting someone else with your pet 😌 We’ve taken care of dogs for most of our lives but the last five years especially. We had our own rescue boxer/cane corso who crossed the rainbow bridge in November 2024 so want to bring our flat the company it’s missing by looking after your fur baby. Emily used to be a dog walker in the pandemic so she have experience with many breeds and specialises in reactive/nervous/high prey drive animals. We have my availability set to have 2 dogs at a time meaning your dog might be staying with another dog too. But if your dog is reactive or nervous let me know before booking so I can make sure your dog will be the only dog staying with us as. We know what it’s like to have a nervous dog and we would prefer to help make you and them comfortable by giving them the 1:1 attention they deserve to feel at peace while you’re away so please message me and il be happy to organise this. Leigh works from home and Emily only works 6 hour days during term time and off all bank and school holidays so there will always be someone around to look after your pet.
About: I'm David, currently completing my professional dog trainer certification. I offer patient, structured care for dogs of all ages and temperaments — from energetic pups needing a good walk to older dogs who just want a calm, familiar face. My training background means I'm confident handling leash manners, basic obedience, and dogs who need a bit of extra structure or reassurance while their owners are away. Based in Poole, I treat every dog in my care like my own — with consistency, patience, and genuine attention. Monday to Thursday is when I'm most available for drop-ins. I also work night shifts on weekends, so I can fit in daytime visits before my shift starts on those days too. I keep a consistent schedule so your dog can rely on the same times and pace each visit, and I'm happy to discuss specific timing needs before booking to make sure it works for both of us. Your dog's safety is my top priority. I use secure leashes and harnesses, avoid off-lead situations unless explicitly agreed with you, and stay alert to other dogs, traffic, and wildlife on every walk. I'm currently completing professional dog trainer certification, which means I'm trained to read canine body language and step in early if a situation looks like it could escalate.
About: I love dogs and looked after them since being a child. My dog is a vip so I know how important and valued your dog is . I would take the best care of them and make there time away as stress free as I can. Giving them lots of extra attention. I work from home. My dog is quite elderly and doesn’t walk far so I would love to walk your dog and he loves company. I have a large fenced garden and a friendly dog to keep them company. My house is very pet friendly my dog lives on the couch. I’m happy to accommodate there needs. I love dogs and know how to handle dogs with special requirements.
About: I have a little 9+ year old pug myself so have first hand experience with dogs. I’ve had other dogs in the past so experience handling multiple dogs at one time if needed. I work Mon-Fri, however have the flexibility to work from home several days a week so pet care can be provided during the day with notice. Fully available on evenings and weekends. I would prefer to pet sit at pet owners house. My garden is not fully secure. Caring for pets looks like providing walks, taking time to play/cuddle and generally being around to ensure the pets welfare.
“Alexandra took care of our 2 cats Ackee and Truffle whilst we were on holiday and she was great at keeping us posted about her daily visits with lots of pics and videos! Despite our cats being quite difficult, Alexandra has been understanding and patient - we’re very happy to have found her and we’ll definitely call her again! Thank you!”
“Our cat was very content around Roxana who visited him for a week while we were on holiday. She sent videos every day which was invaluable in allowing us to relax in the knowledge that our friend was in good hands. We won’t hesitate to pick her again if she’s available. Top class”
About: I provide calm, loving, and reliable care, treating every pet as if they were my own. I had the privilege of owning a beautiful Husky for three years, which gave me hands-on experience with an energetic, intelligent breed that thrives on exercise, routine, and companionship. Since then, I’ve looked after a variety of dogs through house sitting, including a Whippet, a Jack Russell, and, most recently, a wonderful Standard Poodle. I’ve also cared for a lovely cat, so I’m comfortable looking after both dogs and cats and adapting to each pet’s unique personality and needs. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your furry family member, so I focus on providing plenty of attention, affection, exercise, and keeping to their usual routine, helping them feel safe, happy, and relaxed while you’re away. I work full-time Monday to Friday from 8am–4pm, with the flexibility to work from home on Thursdays and Fridays. This means I’m available for house sitting, drop-in visits, or daytime walks on those days. Outside of work, I’m happy to provide evening visits, overnight house sitting, and weekend care with a little advance notice. I’m reliable, caring, and will always treat your pets like they’re my own, making sure they receive plenty of love, attention, playtime, and care while you’re away. Whether you have a playful pup who loves walks or a cat who enjoys company and cuddles, I’d love to help and give you peace of mind knowing they’re in safe hands. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and routine are my top priorities. As I provide care in your home, I’ll always follow your instructions to ensure your pet feels relaxed and secure in their familiar environment. I’m happy to arrange a meet-and-greet before any booking so we can get to know each other, discuss your pet’s routine, and make sure they’re comfortable with me. If you use a key safe or access code, I’m more than happy to use this, or you can let me know the best way to access your home. Whether it’s feeding, walks, playtime, medication (if needed), or simply keeping your pet company with plenty of cuddles, I’ll care for them as if they were my own. I’ll also keep you updated with regular photos and messages, so you can relax knowing your furry friend is happy and well looked after while you’re away.
“Nia is amazing. Cannot recommend her highly enough. She’s reliable friendly loves animals and is so caring of your pets that you have absolutely no worries about leaving them. I would always opt for Nia every time I am away. Def 1st choice. 10/10 gold star!!”
“Angel looked after my dog while we were away. She sent regular pictures and updates. She was really helpful and came to visit Casper before we left to get to know what was needed. I felt really comfortable leaving Casper with her and she is very trustworthy. Thank you so much angel. I would definitely Recommend Angel to anyone !”
The median cost per Visit for cat sitting in Poole is £13
Cat owners share their Rover experiences - Poole
Having never used a cat sitter before, we booked with Caroline because of her glowing reviews and we're so glad we did! She really took the time to get to know and understand our boys, provided regular updates and really went above and beyond. We could enjoy our holiday safe in the knowledge that Basil and Louis were well looked after and happy at home. Thank you so much, Caroline!
This was our second time booking Darcey to look after Rainbow and Tinkerbell, and once again she was great. She’s reliable, easy to deal with, and kept us updated with photos while we were away. It was lovely coming home to two happy, relaxed cats. We’d definitely book her again. Thanks Darcey.
We couldn't have asked for a better sitter than Louisa! She looked after Heath for two weeks during her drop-in visits and was incredibly reliable, attentive, and caring. The updates and photos she sent made being away so much easier. Heath took to her right away, and it's clear she treated him like her own. I highly recommend Louisa and will definitely book her again! Thank you so much x
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Cat Sitting in Poole on Rover is £12.65 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 365 sitters on Rover for Cat Sitting in Poole. About 88% of Poole 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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