Cat Sitting in University Park
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“Shannan did such an amazing job watching my two cats! With every visit I got an update and multiple pictures of them. I could tell she genuinely cared about them! She is very good with cats. Even my shy cat was all over her when she first came to learn how to take care of them!”
“I had a weird situation in which the person caring for my animals abandoned them. Michelle was amazing and accommodating, went to my home after maintenence unlocked my place, cleaned up the mess my stressed out old man kitty made in a tub because he was alone for 4 days. Took care of him and the other 3 at the last minute for a week so I didn't have to leave my job (loose my job) and fly home. I was the most stressed out I'd been in years! But seeing the pics she took of my babies eating fresh wet food and playing every day helped me so much. 10000% recommend her and appreciate her and Rover for being here!! This is great app. Being able to see them check in and out, they can post photos and communicate like texting. Really great and will use again instead of depending on family!!”
“Emily was an exceptional cat sitter to our baby Nala! She took great care of our cat, ensuring she was fed, entertained, and well-loved during our time away. She kept up great communication everyday. Her updates and photos kept us reassured that she was in great hands. She kept Nala’s areas very clean! Emily's attention to detail and genuine affection for animals really showed. We’ll definitely be booking her again for our future trips! :)”
“This was our first time using Rover. Jennifer took good care of our cat, Indy, while we were out of town. We appreciated that she came over to meet us and Indy and get a short orientation. Jennifer is friendly, conscientious, and seems to enjoy her work. We were reassured by the daily check ins and pictures. We will definitely be asking Jennifer to take care of our sweet kitty again.”
“As always, Jasmine did a wonderful job taking care of our cat, Indy. He obviously likes her, and we see from the photos that she pets and plays with him in addition to feeding him and scooping the litter box. Jasmine also watered our plants which are thriving.”
“Rebekah is fantastic. Used her multiple times. Completely trustworthy and somehow manages to make time even at the last minute (though I’m sure we all try to not do at all). Greatly appreciate everything she does.”
“Our cat loves being watched by Amy and Eli D.! Teddy seems like he has been at a vacation; each time we return from ours. It's been great! Our cat is happy and the owner gets updates and beautiful pictures to keep them from worrying :D!”
“Bethany was fantastic - she was friendly, prompt, and my cats loved her! Will definitely be using her for future trips, and recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter.”
About: Hey there! I'm Tara Marksberry, and I absolutely adore animals! With 15 years of experience in pet sitting, veterinary offices, shelters, and boarding facilities, I've had the joy of working closely with furry friends of all kinds. I'm certified in pet CPR and first aid, and I pride myself on being dedicated, punctual, and loving in all aspects of pet care. Your furry companions deserve nothing but the best, and I'm here to ensure they receive just that. Thanks for your time, and have a wonderful day! I work full time from 8:00am to 5:00pm on the east side of Albuquerque. I am completely comfortable staying in your home and will generally remain there unless I’m running to the store or heading to grab something for dinner. Depending on the proximity of your home to my employer I may be able to conduct afternoon drop in visits. Early morning feeding or medication schedules are no problem! While at your home your pets safety is my first priority. I will never leave your pet unattended in the yard and make a habit of checking gates and fences while we’re outside. I will never open the front door in a manner that could allow a pet to escape and will not invite any unauthorized guests or my personal pets into your home. I like to provide picture updates to you throughout the stay so you can rest easy knowing your pets are happy and healthy. I do prefer to have written care instructions to reference so I make sure I’m taking the best possible care of your pets.
“Diana and Mark are our go-to dog sitters, and we couldn’t be happier with their services. We regularly use them, and our pups just love them. They take exceptional care of our pups, providing us with peace of mind because we know they are in caring hands. Highly recommend Diana and Mark! I can’t say enough great things about them!”
“I am so thankful for Sonya’s hard work and love toward my five cats while I took a vacation this June. I could not have gone without her and she made all the difference. Thank you so much Sonya!”
“Thank you for watching our kitties! They seemed happy when we returned home. Rachel was very quick with responding and sending updates. She was very patient and understanding of all the kitties needs when we explained everything. Thank you again!”
About: I love all animals and have extensive experience with cats and dogs, from personally owning them myself to volunteering with local shelters. I have done it all. I am pretty flexible. My daily routine already includes taking care of my 5 rescue cats, which includes feeding them and cleaning their litter areas. I like to make sure I make the pets feel at ease however I can. I know this experience can be anxiety-inducing, and I am patient with all kinds of personalities.
“Amy did a great job watching our cat. Our cat can be a bit elusive, but Amy made an extra effort to connect with him and make him comfortable. She was also very helpful in offering to take care of plants & bring in package delivery. Daily pictures & texts made us feel comfortable. I would definately recommend Amy.”
“Tommie was great! She stopped by a little early to make sure all the instructions were clear and was very communicative throughout! Will definitely contact her again in the future!”
About: I have taken care of many dogs and cats over the course of quite a few years. I truly enjoy doing so. I love getting to see their different personalities and giving them that extra love while their people are away. I had my own dog as well for a few years. Fun fact: we shared the same birthday too! He was really my best friend. At the current moment my availability is fairly open throughout the week and anytime. I am open to mostly any hours currently. Book with me! I will make sure they are taken on walks, given some extra love, feed them, and play with them. They will be well taken care of with me.
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Pam & Kathryn S.Star Sitter
“They were always on time or early, and sent me a ton of pictures of my cat so I knew she was okay. Wonderful experience, could not recommend more!”
Shannan B.Star Sitter
“Shannan did such an amazing job watching my two cats! With every visit I got an update and multiple pictures of them. I could tell she genuinely cared about them! She is very good with cats. Even my shy cat was all over her when she first came to learn how to take care of them!”
Michelle M.Star Sitter
“I had a weird situation in which the person caring for my animals abandoned them. Michelle was amazing and accommodating, went to my home after maintenence unlocked my place, cleaned up the mess my stressed out old man kitty made in a tub because he was alone for 4 days. Took care of him and the other 3 at the last minute for a week so I didn't have to leave my job (loose my job) and fly home. I was the most stressed out I'd been in years! But seeing the pics she took of my babies eating fresh wet food and playing every day helped me so much. 10000% recommend her and appreciate her and Rover for being here!! This is great app. Being able to see them check in and out, they can post photos and communicate like texting. Really great and will use again instead of depending on family!!”
Emily W.Star Sitter
“Emily was an exceptional cat sitter to our baby Nala! She took great care of our cat, ensuring she was fed, entertained, and well-loved during our time away. She kept up great communication everyday. Her updates and photos kept us reassured that she was in great hands. She kept Nala’s areas very clean! Emily's attention to detail and genuine affection for animals really showed. We’ll definitely be booking her again for our future trips! :)”
Jennifer K.
Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover. Jennifer took good care of our cat, Indy, while we were out of town. We appreciated that she came over to meet us and Indy and get a short orientation. Jennifer is friendly, conscientious, and seems to enjoy her work. We were reassured by the daily check ins and pictures. We will definitely be asking Jennifer to take care of our sweet kitty again.”
Jasmine C.Star Sitter
“As always, Jasmine did a wonderful job taking care of our cat, Indy. He obviously likes her, and we see from the photos that she pets and plays with him in addition to feeding him and scooping the litter box. Jasmine also watered our plants which are thriving.”
Rebekah H.Star Sitter
“Rebekah is fantastic. Used her multiple times. Completely trustworthy and somehow manages to make time even at the last minute (though I’m sure we all try to not do at all). Greatly appreciate everything she does.”
Sidney Margaret A.
“Sidney was great! Very communicative, sent plenty of pictures, and the cats were happy. Will definitely be reaching out again next time I need a cat sitter.”
Amy & Eli D.Star Sitter
“Our cat loves being watched by Amy and Eli D.! Teddy seems like he has been at a vacation; each time we return from ours. It's been great! Our cat is happy and the owner gets updates and beautiful pictures to keep them from worrying :D!”
Bethany M.Star Sitter
“Bethany was fantastic - she was friendly, prompt, and my cats loved her! Will definitely be using her for future trips, and recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter.”
Dani M.
“Dani is wonderful, clearly a lover of dogs so I know our Wrigley is in very good hands! And Dani is very punctual; know that we can count on her.”
Tara M.
“Tara is a very kind and caring individual, she has watched. My dogs for me several times and i am always pleased with her services, I would highly recommend her to any pet parent looking for someone to watch their babies while they're away!”
Diana B.
“Diana and Mark are our go-to dog sitters, and we couldn’t be happier with their services. We regularly use them, and our pups just love them. They take exceptional care of our pups, providing us with peace of mind because we know they are in caring hands. Highly recommend Diana and Mark! I can’t say enough great things about them!”
Sonya B.Star Sitter
“I am so thankful for Sonya’s hard work and love toward my five cats while I took a vacation this June. I could not have gone without her and she made all the difference. Thank you so much Sonya!”
Rachel R.
“Thank you for watching our kitties! They seemed happy when we returned home. Rachel was very quick with responding and sending updates. She was very patient and understanding of all the kitties needs when we explained everything. Thank you again!”
Anna D.
About: I love all animals and have extensive experience with cats and dogs, from personally owning them myself to volunteering with local shelters. I have done it all. I am pretty flexible. My daily routine already includes taking care of my 5 rescue cats, which includes feeding them and cleaning their litter areas. I like to make sure I make the pets feel at ease however I can. I know this experience can be anxiety-inducing, and I am patient with all kinds of personalities.
Alexa V.
“Very loving care. My sick cat did very well under her care. She is very easy to work with and met our needs perfectly. Will use again. Her doggies are very sweet.”
Amy S.
“Amy did a great job watching our cat. Our cat can be a bit elusive, but Amy made an extra effort to connect with him and make him comfortable. She was also very helpful in offering to take care of plants & bring in package delivery. Daily pictures & texts made us feel comfortable. I would definately recommend Amy.”
Tommie L.
“Tommie was great! She stopped by a little early to make sure all the instructions were clear and was very communicative throughout! Will definitely contact her again in the future!”
Dejanae S.
“Dejanae is a kind person who takes great care of my pet whenever needed. My dog loves her. She’s very dependable and trustworthy. She’s accommodating. She’s a very smart young lady who stays on task with her High school and soon to be college.”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in University Park on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $18 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 45 cat sitters in University Park. 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, 100% of University Park cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Park.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? University Park 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 45 cat sitters in University Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific 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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