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60 cat sitters are listed in Berkeley, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 2 years
Cat sitters in Berkeley, CA
Aeryn D.
Berkeley, CA
$17-22/hr
I am a lifelong cat owner - I currently have 4 cats who I will talk about forever given the chance. I have had home experience taking care of cats since childhood - this includes kittens who are nursing, cats in their sunset years, and administering medicine / fluids / shots. 3 of my cats came to me very early in their lives and...
Aeryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I've cared for dogs and cats in their own homes as well as in my own. I love to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for pets, no matter their age.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have experience with dog sitting and cat sitting. I cat sit for someone who lives in the lower Haight. duties include, feeding, cuddling, playing, cleaning cat litter, light sweeping.
Cecilia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I grew up in an animal loving home, with three cats and a dog. I have experience with caring for chickens, dog walking, cat sitting, and house sitting overnight. I am comfortable with administering medication (oral, subcutaneous, dermal) for cats and dogs as I have done so to care for my own pets.
I am looking to meet some new...
Neomi can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Kavina P.
Berkeley, CA
$19-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am a 20-year-old student at UC Berkeley. I have extensive experience with caring for cats, including cat sitting, boarding, and other tasks such as applying flea medicine, cleaning teeth, and trimming nails. I also have paid experience with dog walking and dog sitting, especially with large excitable dogs.
I love working...
Kavina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Brooklyn M.
Berkeley, CA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've pet sit for a couple years! Grew up with dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals (like hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits), etc. I can care for all sorts of little critters. I am unfamiliar with more exotic pets. I am down to walk, feed, transport, and just hang with your little guys!
Brooklyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation
Erica E.
Berkeley, CA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Researcher- Doing Pet Care On The Side Because I Love It!
I've had a dog my entire life, and can't imagine life without one. I currently have a pittie puppy named Robin, that I've trained to ring bells when she wants to go outside or be fed. I've also owned cats, and have lived on a horse farm.
I started doing various care-giving jobs early in college, and have done everything from...
Erica can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
Milla C.
Berkeley, CA
$25-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an undergraduate student at UC Berkeley studying Political Science. I have several years of experience cat and dog sitting for various friends and family members. Most recently, I attended to a family friend's two cats, spending quality time with them each day, feeding them, playing with them, and clearing out their litter...
Milla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Andrea C.
Berkeley, CA
$19-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Andi! I'm from Pacific Grove, CA. I come from an animal loving family and have owned many pets in the past. I currently own a Roborovski hamster named Mowgli, and have owned four dogs, two cats, and many fish. I LOVE animals and love working with them. When I was in middle school I volunteered for a short time with the...
Andrea can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Kailee S.
Berkeley, CA
$19-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I absolutely love animals and have lived with various pets for a majority of my life. I have 3 years of paid experience as a pet sitter both in my home and housesitting/caring for pets at clients' homes. I am extremely attentive, kind, energetic and detail oriented as a pet sitter. I value quality communication to ensure that...
Kailee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Tommy. I can help with Boarding and Pet Sitting. I have two little cats that I take care of. I love animals, and I'd love the opportunity to catsit your kitties for however long you need. I live nearby in Berkeley and have a car, so I can check in on your cat a couple of times a day, feed them, hang out with them,...
Thomas can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"I traveled out of the country and left my two kittens with Thomas for a couple of weeks. He was great with them. He cleaned the litter boxes, fed them, and played with them. My kitties seemed content when I got back."
Marcia J.
5.0
(1)
I can provide cat and dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former cat sitter with great references and 5+ years of experience. I can also perform baths and light grooming and daily walks for your dogs. I love animals and always treat with the the utmost devotion and care.
Ann Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My family bred Shiba Inus for over 10 years so I have grown up around dogs for a very large part of my life. We have always had a minimum of three dogs, so I have learned the responsibility of taking care of dogs from a very young age. On top of dogs in our household, I've grown up with two cats. All of my pets mean the world to...
Anastasia can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gabriela, since I was a little girl, my life has been full of love for animals.
I'm happy to walk your dogs or cats, play with them and make sure they are active and happy.
If you have cats, fish or other pets that need attention in your home, I will be happy to visit them, feed them, administer medication or...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, grooming
5.0
"Gabriela was a wonderful caregiver and I felt very at peace with him in her care! :)"
Care member
5.0
(14)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm new to SF - moved via the Midwest and Boston. I work for San Francisco Opera and have been a personal assistant, pet sitter, and dog walker for over 10 years.
My mom works in rescue, so I grew up with foster dogs of all temperaments. I now have cat nieces and nephews, so I have plenty of experience with cats too!
I...
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Courtney was wonderful with my 2 parrots, one of whom is very demanding. Their care is rather involved, and she did so well with both of them. She also stayed in my own and definitely took good care of it. I will definitely be using her again soon and would highly...
Nicolette M.
5.0
(1)
I have experience caring for pets including cats and dogs. My pet care background spans many years as I have worked for several families. I genuinely enjoy pet sitting because animals have always been a big part of my life, and I understand the love and responsibility that come with looking after them. My approach is attentive...
Sheila can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Sheila is very friendly, helpful and kind!"
David I.
5.0
(2)
I have loved animals my whole life. Right now I own one cat and three dogs! I can provide animal siting in your own home, my home, dog walking, cat sitting, etc. I've been experienced with animals for years and am looking forward to spending time with yours! I don't have much experience with animal watching other than when I...
Hailey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dog walker and trainer based in Emeryville. I am currently working towards my CTC to improve my training skills. I have experience training dogs big and small in single and multi dog homes.
I use positive reinforcement (usually food) in my training and do not use aversive tools for training. I love teaching all sorts of...
Zoey can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Zoey is amazing! I found myself in a pickle when the custodian said I couldn't have my 12 week old puppies at school anymore. I found Zoey here and she has taken care of my two Decker Rat Terrier puppies for a month now, and has been nothing but great in every...
Carole G.
5.0
(1)
With my kids reaching adulthood, I'm officially a cat lady. I've been a cat sitter on and off over 30 years. And I've had my own for nearly 20 years. I'm happy to give your pet quality care and attention while you're away. Also happy to do mail, trash out, plant care, etc.
Stacey can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am a recent college graduate looking for part-time work in the afternoons! I love spending time with animals and have two dogs myself, who I adore. In undergrad, I studied environmental science because of my love and compassion for endangered species. I have experience cat-sitting, dog-sitting and walking for neighbors and...
Isabella can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Berkeley, CA
Thomas M.
5.0
I traveled out of the country and left my two kittens with Thomas for a couple of weeks. He was great with them. He cleaned the litter boxes, fed them, and played with them. My kitties seemed content when I got back.
- Marcia J.
Gabriela A.
5.0
Gabriela was a wonderful caregiver and I felt very at peace with him in her care! :)
- Care member
Courtney M.
5.0
Courtney was wonderful with my 2 parrots, one of whom is very demanding. Their care is rather involved, and she did so well with both of them. She also stayed in my own and definitely took good care of it. I will definitely be using her again soon and would highly recommend her pet care services.
- Nicolette M.
Sheila I.
5.0
Sheila is very friendly, helpful and kind!
- David I.
Zoey A.
5.0
Zoey is amazing! I found myself in a pickle when the custodian said I couldn't have my 12 week old puppies at school anymore. I found Zoey here and she has taken care of my two Decker Rat Terrier puppies for a month now, and has been nothing but great in every way. Zoey is intelligent and...
- Carole G.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Berkeley, CA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Berkeley, CA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Berkeley, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.03 per hour as of May, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Berkeley, CA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Berkeley, CA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 31 cat sitters in Berkeley, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Berkeley, CA?
The best cat sitters near you in Berkeley, CA have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Berkeley, CA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Berkeley, CA if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Berkeley, CA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Berkeley, CA, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.
Ratings for Berkeley, CA cat sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Cat Sitters in Berkeley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters.