Cat Sitting Waltham Forest
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Over 1,459 pet owners in Waltham Forest have booked cat sitting
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Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Gráinne was a great cat sitter, she kept us up to date with lots of videos and pictures and seemed to get on really well with our cat Dolly. Would definitely use her services again and recommend to others. Thank you :) ”
“Jo was great! Everything from the initial enquiry to arranging an initial meet up to updates while we were away was fantastic. You can tell she has lots of experience and our cat loved the cuddles and attention. Thank you so much!”
“Our cats loved Giovanna, she sent us lovely videos and we were surprised how much shy Hermione adored her! She played with them, fed and brushed them and we've returned to very happy cats, which is the biggest sign of a great cat sitter, we were in trouble last time we came home after using someone else! We'll definitely use her again and again”
About: Current Service Availability: |Bristol - Drop in visits, Overnight stays| |London - Drop in visits, Overnight stays| |Bath - overnight stays only| (My work office is based in Bath, but I live between Bristol and London) I absolutely love chilling out with my friendly animal companions and feel blessed to have found some wonderful play time and cuddle buddies through pet sitting. I grew up around cats, birds and fish and always enjoyed the company of the animal companions around me. By now, I've looked after numerous pets, initially extending to family and family friends and over time extending out to the wider community (UK and Europe), where I have been able to enjoy helping many more people with their pet care needs while they are away. It’s something I had wanted to do for quite some time, so I've really enjoyed finally taking it on! Aside from pet care, life for me is about exploring and experiencing more of what this world has going for it. I enjoy my solitude, and when I'm not working, I spend my time learning and/or practicing a random variety of things. Languages tends to be my focus most recently, along with building up endurance for ever longer walks and bike outings. I'm also working on trying to read more books.
“Ally was fantastic — very reliable, caring, and incredibly precise with her updates throughout. It was really reassuring knowing Obama was in such good hands while we were away. Communication was excellent, and it’s clear she genuinely cares about the cats she looks after. We would definitely book her again. Highly recommended!”
“We had a fantastic experience with Aliyah who looked after our cats over the Christmas period. I felt completely at ease the moment we met as it was clear she had experience with cats. Our two kitties we're very well looked after and loved her company. Will definitely be booking her for our future trips 💖”
“Liv is a lovely sitter who has shown genuine care for my little puppy since the very first time meeting. It’s so re-assuring knowing that my dog will be looked after with great care and enthusiasm when I can’t be with her, and I get loads of updates from the time they spend together which is really nice.”
“Second time booking with Adam in a few months. Excellent communication- always provides updates, photos and videos. Very reliable and trustworthy. The gang are in great hands with him and they all are big Adam fans!”
“Tass was amazing! Very communicative and sent us lots of updates and pictures 😍 Our super shy cat even let Tass stroke her, which is nothing short of a miracle! Thanks so much for looking after our fur babies so well Tass 🙏”
“Amber was a brilliant cat sitter for two drop in visits. My cat was clearly happy and comfortable with her and she went above and beyond keeping things tidy and following all instructions! Would happily trust her again”
“Paris was great with our kitten, she came to our home, made sure she was taken care off and sent lovely pictures, we are really happy with the experience and will definitely hire her again 🤍”
“Daisy has been absolute star with Koji and incredibly communicative and easy going when we had a bit of a travel disaster. She sent regular updates and kept me posted on Koji's shenanigans.”
The median cost per Visit for cat sitting in Waltham Forest is £14
Cat owners share their Rover experiences - Waltham Forest
What can i say about Rachael that doesn’t sound like a cliche? Absolutely nothing! Rachael has been brilliant. My little ones can be suspicious of new people but it only took two visits and they were happily sniffing and demanding attention. Her reports are A* and the pictures help ease an issues I may have with leaving my little ones. I cannot highly recommend her enough and will definitely be calling on her services again.
Silvia was fantastic and did an amazing job dropping in on our cat Audrey whilst we were on holiday. She made the experience so easy and put us at ease to go on our holiday knowing our cat was in good and caring hands, giving us regular updates each day. Highly recommend! Adam, Charlie and Audrey x
Hannah was fantastic with our bengal! We had real peace of mind that he was being well looked after while we were away. Hannah always sent lots of photo and video updates, and we came home to a very happy kitty ☺️ we would recommend Hannah in a heartbeat to anyone looking for a trustworthy, friendly, and lovely cat sitter! 😊
Alisa was absolutely wonderful with our cats. She was reliable, caring and kept us updated while we were away, which gave us real peace of mind. We’d happily ask Alisa to look after them again and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and thoughtful cat sitter.
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- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party identity verification and show verified reviews from other pet owners, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team – here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
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FAQs for Drop-In Visits - Waltham Forest
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Cat Sitting in Waltham Forest on Rover is £16.1 per Visit (as of August 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 7,919 sitters on Rover for Cat Sitting in Waltham Forest. About 90% of Waltham Forest 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. 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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