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Erica C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
136 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Gig Harbor, WA, 98335

Erika did a great job with our 7 cats! We have two seniors and three that need daily meds, including insulin, and Erika handled it all with ease. We also have a cat who is terrified of everyone, but she let Erika pet het! AMAZING! The cats were happy when we came home, which makes us happy!

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Stephanie M.
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Juli J.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1,001 reviews
315 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98405

I know my girl is always in good hands with Juli! She’s very caring and always sends great updates and pictures. I won't hesitate to have her check in on Nala again in the future.

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Kimberly C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
426 reviews
108 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98409

My travel was delayed by a day starting, and also extended by a day and Kimberly made it very easy to update and extend the booking. She was great with my cats, I knew they were in great hands with her! I will request her services again for future bookings.

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Elizabeth Q.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98409

Thank you so much for taking good care of Sophie. I appreciate it, the photos and the constant communication. I will definitely be using you again. Definitely five star!!!

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Sierra R.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
131 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
University place, WA, 98466

Sierra is a dog whisperer. I met with her prior to starting weekly drop in visits. I was concerned that my rescue chi who is very anxious wouldn’t be thrilled about a new person coming into our home, as she hasn’t been with the last few people I’ve interviewed. But I was wrong! She calmed within minutes and Sierra was even able to pick her up and take her to the backyard. My chug absolutely adores her and I have peace of mind while I’m at work or out of town. Thank you Sierra!

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Michael G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98405

Michael was great. Asked a lot of great questions and definitely had a ton of patience and was focused on earning the dogs trust first. Thank you!

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Tatiana I.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
20 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lakewood, WA, 98499

I was away from my kitties for three weeks and the only reason I wasn't afraid everyday was because of Tatiana! They've never liked anyone else, but very quickly she and them had bonded and I was getting oodles of pictures of them happily cuddling away. She stayed in full contact with me and I could feel how much she cared about them from the pictures and messages. Will be re-booking next time!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly H.
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Kimberly H.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West End, Tacoma, WA, 98465

Kimberly was the best! She was punctual and had great communication while we were out of town. My little buddy is not use to strangers but he warmed up to her very quickly. Kimberly went above and beyond and would love to rebook her in the future!

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Carrie O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
11 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98406

While my grumpy cat would prefer I never leave and that one else touch him, he gave Carrie the seal of approval! It took consistency, cat nip, and a new toy, but pets were had! Carrie also brought in the mail and made sure the temp in the house was ok. Would highly recommend Carrie to others!

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Misao G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
11 repeat clients
5 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

Misao took amazing care of our cat while we were out of town. She was very conscientious, gave us regular updates, brought in our mail and packages, and left the house cleaner than when we left. Not only was she incredibly sweet, she was timely, followed our detailed instructions perfectly and was overall a great pet sitter! Highly recommend and would hire again :)

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Briana A.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
26 repeat clients
23 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

We appreciate Briana & Jamal taking such good care of our two pups and our home when we needed to fly out of state with little notice. Our pups immediately liked them, and we received so many cute pictures during and even after our trip! They were so wonderful, and we would definitely use them again in the future!

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Alexis W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

Alexis took such great care of our dogs! She made sure they got some play time in and clearly communicated any questions/concerns. Also provided us lots of pictures and updates during her visit. Highly recommend!

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Michele C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Central, Tacoma, WA, 98405

Michele’s great! Super communicative with great photos and updates. Makes leaving our babies easier knowing they’re well cared for! Thanks again!

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Megan O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
59 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Tacoma, Tacoma, WA, 98405

We had such a great experience with Megan! She was reliable, communicative, and clearly has a natural way with dogs. I really appreciate the care and attention she gave them—it gave me so much peace of mind. I’ll definitely be booking with her again! 🐾

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Alyssa S.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
221 reviews
59 repeat clients
12 years of experience
North End, Tacoma, WA, 98406

Alyssa was absolutely incredible! She set up a meet and greet the day prior to come over and get to know my dog Sailor, and to introduce herself to my family since im not at home to meet her in person. Everything went smoothly and we were officially booked for the next day! She arrived on time and spent every minute available playing fetch with my dog and took to giving her commands very easily. She was very enthusiastic during playtime which I know my dog loved! Planning to book again in the future no doubt about it

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Jay L.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Tacoma, WA, 98466

Jay was amazing! She handled both of my last minute requests and was so patient with my skittish cat. I would definitely ask Jay to look after my cat again.

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Dee Anne B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98467

Dee Anne did a wonderful job watching our kitties, she sent photos everyday, played with them, and made sure they were well taken care of. We will definitely use her whenever we go out of town again, and we would highly recommend her to anyone who needs pet care while they are away.

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Kim J.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
8 repeat clients
40 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98467

Kim is reliable, trustworthy, and great with the dogs! Great communication! I’ve had her come for house stays as well as visits and will not hesitate to continue to work with her.

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Natalie H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
8 repeat clients
8 years of experience
University Place, WA, 98466

Natalie took great care of Fyona. It was a relief to not have to rush back.

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Anita S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
21 repeat clients
68 years of experience
Gig Harbor, WA, 98335

About: My first love was a German Shepherd at age 3, a gift from my grandfather. Since then I have taken care of many dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and other small fur friends all my life. I am a Forever Foster Mom for small dogs above age 8 for Old Dog Haven and right now take care of one small 15 year old fur friend named Tinker. I also have a 9 year old rescue Golden-doodle named Ava. I love taking care of small Dogs and Kitties (in your own home) so much I do not consider it work! I love taking care of your fur friend while you are at work or enjoy a vacation. I prefer small sized dogs up o 26 lbs. who get along with kitties and are non-aggressive. Oh, and we have a rescue Love Bird named Puffy who absolutely loves talking to visitors from his own "house" smile.. I enjoy meeting you and your furry family member and will take care of them excellently for you. Thank you for choosing our family!

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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in University Place is $25

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Regan was extremely attentive to our cats and dog during drop ins and did not hesitate to contact us with questions! Regan is thoughtful and our pets loved interacting with them!

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Laura B.
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Kayla treated my sweet cat like her own. She took excellent care of her and my home. Thank you, Kayla!

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Trish P.
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Hannah was consistently on time and fulfilled all my detailed pet care needs. She was a good communicator as well as a good problem solver (because nothing ever goes as expected). I would recommend her to anyone for any pet care needs.

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Rachel B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was a lovely pet sitter! She's very thoughtful and caring. I'm surprised she was able to take such great pics of my cat as she's very "paparazzi, no pictures please". Would recommend her to anyone.

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Katja J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This is our second time traveling with Juli watching our girls! Juli is great with our cats and her daughter tags along so they get extra love and play time! We recommend Juli for anyone in need of a sitter. She’s responsive and well-versed in caring for animals.

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Mackie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Madisen does a great job caring for our kitties while we are away. This is the second time we have booked with Madisen and I'm certain we will book with her again!

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Janee Z.
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Misao is great! She’s taken care of my cat twice. She’s a great communicator and very sweet. Her attention to detail is top notch and I know my sweet boy is in good hands when I’m not there. :)

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Kylie K.
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Jay is thorough, attentive, highly reliable, and a great communicator! I highly recommend her services!

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Alysa M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sierra was very responsive to my messages and worked with me when things happened unexpectedly. Can't thank her enough for watching my cats when I had to go out of town at the last minute.

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Melissa V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dee Anne did a wonderful job watching our kitties, she sent photos everyday, played with them, and made sure they were well taken care of. We will definitely use her whenever we go out of town again, and we would highly recommend her to anyone who needs pet care while they are away.

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Madison H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I love Victoria she is the best sitter! My cat loves her and she’s very responsible and has great communication

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Danielle W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Flawless! Ethan was so great and did everything we discussed for the care of my two cats while I was away. He went above and beyond to spend some good time playing and giving scritches to them both. Don’t hesitate with Ethan, he’s fantastic!

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Jason K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah is an outstanding cat sitter. She comes by twice a day to care for our cat. She has been with us since 2020. I’m grateful for her care and for tolerance of an older cat.

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Catherine T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

“Our cats were safe and cared for while we were away, which we appreciated. Kentaro came by regularly to feed them and check in, and communication was easy. It gave us peace of mind knowing someone was checking in on them while we were gone.”

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Chuck Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Heather is the best! She went above and beyond to help us with different household tasks while we were away. She took great photos. Great communication. We came back and our cats were happy and healthy little pur babies.

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Elizabeth L.
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My pets are my family and I'm super particular when it comes to them. I have a 9 month Mali puppy and so it's really important who comes around her at this age. As such, leaving them is hard for me because that's always on my mind. Long story short - If Kevin had more availability, I would be doing a lot more traveling lol. Punctual, knowledgable, kind, clean, thorough and goes above and beyond. We are so lucky we found him!

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Ramsha R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mackenzie did an excellent job with my geriatric kitty. She was reliable, brushed him, fed him and played a little hide the treat game with him. I appreciate the attention she gave him and the photos she sent. And the cat box was clean when I got home!!

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Carol P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexis took amazing care of our dog and elderly cat while we were celebrating our wedding. We came back to a clean house and two fluffers who seemed like they barely noticed we were gone. She was even sweet enough to leave us a congratulations card :’) 10/10 recommend!

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Ally D.
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Sara did a fantastic job communicating and treating my two cats so well☺️ definitely will be re-booking her when my cats need care against!

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Aleeah J.
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The average cost for Cat Sitting in University Place on Rover is $18.32 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 .

As of September 2026, there are 5,132 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across University Place. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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 boxes. 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 socialization 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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program 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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in University Place. On Rover:

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% 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.

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.

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