Cat Sitting in Waukee
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Top rated Waukee cat sitters
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“Melissa was amazing! She was incredibly accommodating and made time for a last-minute meet and greet, which I really appreciated. She took excellent care of my cats, including giving insulin and oral meds. She sent great updates and the cutest photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. I’d definitely book with her again!”
“Audrey was amazing with our cat. She exceeded expectations when she brought him a new toy to play with so he wasn't bored. He made a couple messes (he never had a history of accidents in over 5 years with us) but she cleaned them up ×ithout making us feel bad about it. We came home to a happy cat! Would definitely recommend Audrey and will choose her again if needed!”
“Lauren has been an absolute doll to work with! She is so kind and thoughtful! She’s super communicative and respectful of hour home and always sends the best updates & pics of our pup! He looks so happy in every one of them and I know he’s being well taken care of! I would 100% recommend Lauren to anyone who is looking for a pup sitter! She is so flexible and even does last minute drop ins! Will definitely continue to work with her in the future :)”
“Kiran did a great job with our two dogs! They aren’t left alone much without someone from the family taking care of them but based on the pictures and updates Kiran provided i could tell they did good!”
“Laurna is great with my dog Keira. She is very dependable and I trust her. It is good knowing that she is willing and able to handle my very high energy girl who is still learning manners, and the challenges that come with her breed and age. Her communication with me provides the information I need about how my dog is doing while I'm away.”
“Katie was fabulous with our doggo! She provided in home visits 3 times in one day and we appreciated the updates and pics throughout the day. 😃 We will definitely be calling on Katie again!”
“This was my 2nd time having Elliana watch my two cats and she did perfectly again! She followed all my care instructions and my cats were very happy whenever she visited :)”
“Tim & Jenna did an awesome job looking after Simba while we were away. He is a super shy cat but they made sure he felt comfortable! Would definitely recommend them for drop-in sitting.”
“Nerja was fantastic with my two cats! She gave them all the loves, and care. She gave them their medications and sent me so many pictures while I was on vacation. I loved seeing pictures of my babies while I’m gone. She was also great with our shy cat. 100% recommend her!”
“Jessica was a wonderful sitter - it really gave us peace of mind to have someone watching our new kitty while we were in vacation. She even cleaned up vomit (from our other cat) on more then one occasion - so kind! Thank you, Jessica.”
About: My mother runs my hometown's animal shelter; I built it with her from the ground up when I was eight. Ever since then I have continued to help when I visit home. I have worked with all personality types, breeds, and exceptional cases. I've done hands-on work with elderly pets to newborn puppies and kittens. In addition, I have house-sat for owners with many cats to one, a variety of dogs, and many with specific needs throughout the day. I myself have a dog and it's my top priority to give your pet everything it needs to be happy and healthy as if it were my own. I work weekdays from 9-5:30 pm but my calendar will be updated biweekly on weekends I’m available at this time. Feel free to reach out with any questions regarding scheduling! I always ask for a very detailed list of where the food and treats are kept, special medication, things they can and cannot have, etc. I also want to know their favorite toys, what their personality is like, do they like to play fetch, go on walks, or just to have some company indoors. If the animal has any health conditions I ask if I should be aware of anything other than medication when it comes to their health. If you pet is shy around strangers I ask to be shown the best way to approach them in your experience during the first meeting to ensure your pet feels safe.
“So happy with Hallie’s drop-in visits! She does such an amazing job at taking care of my dogs, always keeping me posted and sending photos! My dogs fully enjoy their time with her, too! Highly recommend Hallie for any of your dog’s needs! ❤️❤️❤️”
About: I’ve had family pets ever since I could walk. Growing up with horses, I experienced the hard work and dedication it takes to taking care of large animals. I’ve had a family dog, several cats, and even a bunny for my entire childhood, therefore giving me extensive animal care skills. Furthermore, I held a summer job at a dog boarding and training kennel where I helped with feeding, cleaning, bathing, yard-time, and even throwing training birds for all kinds of dogs. I love animals of all kinds and types, therefore can care for just about anything! My own fur baby today is a 4 year old fluffy Pembroke Welsh Corgi - full of energy, attitude, and sass. He’s my whole world, so I know just how much your fur baby means to you and why my care is the highest standard! I am currently expanding my own freelance marketing services, so I have wide availability to offer pet care. My marketing services allow me the flexibility to work whenever and wherever, giving me more availability to care for your pet! I can do whatever needed to care for pets in your home if home visits are needed. I’m happy to play indoors or outdoors, give snuggles, go for a walk, or simply be in their company while you are away. I will keep constant communication with you by sending updates and plenty of photos! Your trust and confidence in my care while providing the best service possible is my priority. I am a very organized, responsible, and professional individual.
“Alisa wa able to get my shy kitty to come out and play. I had a friend come in the mornings and she said Rosie would come sniff her food the retreat to the bedroom. Next time I will use Alisa for all visits, she is wonderful.”
Over 187 pet parents in Waukee have booked cat sitting
Waukee cat parents share their Rover experiences
Lauren was the absolute sweetest. She took amazing care of our 3 kittys and made sure that they had fresh food and water as well as treats. She is a very kind person and is excellent at communication. We absolutely loved the daily updates and photos of our babies. We would definitely book with Lauren again.
From the moment, Amina walked into my home, AJ immediately bonded with her. I knew that she was the perfect one to watch over my kitty, while I was gone. Good communicator. This was my first experience w Rover, so I didn’t know what to expect between my pet sitter & the Rover system.
Rain has been an absolute star taking care of my two cat. Rain was fully engaged in all the communications and proceedings from the start to the end, and beyond. Both cats have complex medical needs, Momo are more challenging, requiring a specific type of care, equaling to vet nurse treatment, which is not for the faint hearted. Especially since momo had pills and syringe med to take. And yumi is extremely picky at the litter box. Rain didn’t bat an eyelid at this at all, and took superb care of both of them. On top of that, Chris provided a detailed update after each visit, accompanied by the most beautiful photos of my furbabies. You are an amazing cat/dog nanny anyone can ask for :). I am so grateful for your help, Rain! Thank you!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Waukee is $20
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Sitters in Waukee average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Waukee on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $20 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 Apr 2026, there are 243 cat sitters in Waukee. 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, 90% of Waukee cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Waukee have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Waukee.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Waukee 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 243 cat sitters in Waukee on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Waukee, 93% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 88% 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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