Cat Sitting in University Heights
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“Nelson came over to house sit my cat who had never been alone before. I was very nervous about how my cat would handle being on their own, but Nelson watched him like his own and did a tremendous job. He stayed for a extended amount of time and made sure all my cats needs were met!”
“Kayla took great care of my two cats and solved little issues that came up along the way with the litterbox. My cats seemed very happy and content when I came home - we would gladly have Kayla back again in the future!”
“Meredith was wonderful! My cats hid from my previous Rover cat sitter, but within a couple of days my Boulder cat was sitting on Meredith’s lap, and my Shire cat came out too. Highly recommended!”
“Jason did a wonderful job taking care of our little man. He was very reliable and a great communicator! We felt completely at ease knowing Bean was in such capable hands.”
About: I have owned dogs since I was born. I have taken care of energetic crazy ones that have big bursts of energy in some that just like to lay around I like to walk dogs, hang out with them and get to know their personalities. I’m going to be a senior at the University of Iowa I have a part-time job. I have a pretty flexible schedule besides my class times. I’m free almost every afternoon and early in the morning. At home, I like to make sure my pets always have water since dehydration is very common in pets. I like to make sure they have plenty of toys to exercise their mind and I like to give them a treat once in a while when they’re being nice or sweet.
“Sarah was an awesome cat sitter! She takes great pictures and it looks like Cedar appreciated her being there while we were away. We will definitely be booking her again 😄”
“Sarah did a great job taking care of our cat - she was responsible, easy to communicate with, and flexible, even when our travel plans changed last minute. Would highly recommend!!”
About: I have taken care of dogs, pigs, chickens, cats, birds and fish for my family and for friends. I also have a Persian senior cat at home :) I am looking for check ins, I can feed, walk, play, etc. and clean up after animals. I don’t mind multiple animals at one time. I go on long walks every day now and need a partner! I love older animals as well as babies. I have come to raise kittens and puppies and help teach potty training and good manners. Tricks too.
“Caitlin is wonderful, I felt so reassured knowing she was checking in on my sweet old guy. She gave great updates, was easy to reach, and sent lots of pictures. I would definitely recommend her to others.”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of every kind since I was 20. Family and friends have relied on me to feed and take care of their pets. I have 2 dogs, which one is still a puppy. I can dispense medicine if needed. I have a large backyard. I prefer to do a meet & greet to make sure everyone gets along. I have lots of time to spend with my dogs, taking them on walking and playing with them, giving them lots of attention. I enjoy spending time with animals. I have a fenced in yard. I have 2 fur dogs as well to keep your dogs company. I also can crate your dog as well.
About: I grew up with dogs and have always enjoyed taking care of them. I've taken care of old dogs, puppies, and dogs in their prime. I love taking dogs on walks, especially if I can run with them. Getting outside is great. I'm a busy guy, but any second I'm not working is a waste. I work overnights during weekdays and part-time jobs every day except Sunday. I hope pet care can fill the gaps in my schedule. I don't board now because of the rules of my landlord, but I will stay in other homes and get dogs outside whenever I can. I love taking dogs to the park and getting them exercise.
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Nelson G.Star Sitter
“Nelson came over to house sit my cat who had never been alone before. I was very nervous about how my cat would handle being on their own, but Nelson watched him like his own and did a tremendous job. He stayed for a extended amount of time and made sure all my cats needs were met!”
Kayla M.
Star Sitter
“Kayla took great care of my two cats and solved little issues that came up along the way with the litterbox. My cats seemed very happy and content when I came home - we would gladly have Kayla back again in the future!”
Aastha C.Star Sitter
“Thank you for taking such good care of our Iris. I really appreciate you taking so many photos!”
Tallie F.Star Sitter
“As always, Tallie did a great job with my cats while I was away - she will continue to be my go-to sitter as long as she's willing to take care of my rascals :)”
Meredith D.Star Sitter
“Meredith was wonderful! My cats hid from my previous Rover cat sitter, but within a couple of days my Boulder cat was sitting on Meredith’s lap, and my Shire cat came out too. Highly recommended!”
Brooke B.
“Brooke is amazing. She took excellent care of our cat. Highly recommend!”
Dakota R.
“Very responsive and flexible”
Jason W.Star Sitter
“Jason did a wonderful job taking care of our little man. He was very reliable and a great communicator! We felt completely at ease knowing Bean was in such capable hands.”
Peyton P.
About: I have owned dogs since I was born. I have taken care of energetic crazy ones that have big bursts of energy in some that just like to lay around I like to walk dogs, hang out with them and get to know their personalities. I’m going to be a senior at the University of Iowa I have a part-time job. I have a pretty flexible schedule besides my class times. I’m free almost every afternoon and early in the morning. At home, I like to make sure my pets always have water since dehydration is very common in pets. I like to make sure they have plenty of toys to exercise their mind and I like to give them a treat once in a while when they’re being nice or sweet.
Sadie F.
“Sadie is so sweet. I felt so comfortable being far away knowing she was checking on her.”
Anna R.
“Communicative, and our cat was cared for!”
Sarah W.Star Sitter
“Sarah was an awesome cat sitter! She takes great pictures and it looks like Cedar appreciated her being there while we were away. We will definitely be booking her again 😄”
Bethany W.
“Bethany was perfect in every way- responsive, punctual, professional, solicitous. I give her my highest recommendation.”
Sarah F.Star Sitter
“Sarah did a great job taking care of our cat - she was responsible, easy to communicate with, and flexible, even when our travel plans changed last minute. Would highly recommend!!”
Brittany F.
About: I have taken care of dogs, pigs, chickens, cats, birds and fish for my family and for friends. I also have a Persian senior cat at home :) I am looking for check ins, I can feed, walk, play, etc. and clean up after animals. I don’t mind multiple animals at one time. I go on long walks every day now and need a partner! I love older animals as well as babies. I have come to raise kittens and puppies and help teach potty training and good manners. Tricks too.
Caitlin P.Star Sitter
“Caitlin is wonderful, I felt so reassured knowing she was checking in on my sweet old guy. She gave great updates, was easy to reach, and sent lots of pictures. I would definitely recommend her to others.”
Alexis S.
“Amazing, she did a wonderful job and Doodle loved her!”
Lori P.
“Lori loves dogs of all shapes and sizes! She has been a reliable dog sitter when we had smaller pups and now when our pups are medium/large. Lori is patient with reactive/fearful dogs and lets them get to know her on their terms. She is kind and gentile with all animals. I can't recommend Lori enough”
Emma S.
“Emma took great care of our cat while we were away and I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again.”
Alexander K.
About: I grew up with dogs and have always enjoyed taking care of them. I've taken care of old dogs, puppies, and dogs in their prime. I love taking dogs on walks, especially if I can run with them. Getting outside is great. I'm a busy guy, but any second I'm not working is a waste. I work overnights during weekdays and part-time jobs every day except Sunday. I hope pet care can fill the gaps in my schedule. I don't board now because of the rules of my landlord, but I will stay in other homes and get dogs outside whenever I can. I love taking dogs to the park and getting them exercise.
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in University Heights on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $15 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 143 cat sitters in University Heights. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of University Heights cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in University Heights have an average of 17 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in University Heights.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? University Heights cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 143 cat sitters in University Heights on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In University Heights, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 94% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through 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, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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