Explore background-checked cat sitters in Cambridge, MA and find loving care for your furry friend.

Top Cat Sitters in Cambridge, MA
Stacy W. says "Katie was super professional and made us feel significantly less guilty about leaving our precious kitties :). Would absolutely hire her again!"
Nicole L. says "Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly...
Ariana A. says "Sarah took care of our rambunctious Bernedoodle for 2 nights while we attended a wedding. When we came home she was happy and the house was in perfect...
Care Member says "Deidre bonded with my old, neurotic dog in a way I had never seen with any dog walker. She is a very tricky dog and Deidra handled her with compassion...
Erin S. says "Orly has watched our animals several times and we couldn't ask for a better sitter. She's easy to communicate with and we always come back to happy, well...
Teodora T. says "Oksana has been taking care of my senior cat over the last few months, when I travel. She is amazing! She bonded with my cat right away and take great...
Kaitlin S. says "I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how...
Care Member says "Yulia has been sitting for my cat Missy whenever I go away for many months now! She is so very dependable, loves animals and takes the very best care of...
Jessica H. says "Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat...
Care Member says "We hired Brianna to walk our new puppy Violet. Violet took right to her! Brianna was really sweet and patient with her. We also hired her to puppy sit...
Care Member says "Nathan did aa wonderful job taking care of my cat and tending to the care of my home while I was away. I was so impressed with the amount of attention...
Meghan G. says "Brianna watched my pup Leeloo for a week while I was away. She did an incredible job. Leeloo can be very demanding, but it was evident when I returned how...
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60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.38/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated cat sitters is 5.0
Cat Sitters in Cambridge, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters
- Stacy W.
- Nicole L.
- Ariana A.
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Cambridge, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $18.38 per hour as of November, 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.
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Cambridge, MA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 26 cat sitters in Cambridge, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
The best cat sitters near you in Cambridge, MA 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.
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Cambridge, MA 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.
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Cambridge, MA, 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.