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60 cat sitters are listed in Elmhurst, NY
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 2 years
Cat sitters in Elmhurst, NY
5.0
(6)
Hi! Thanks for stopping by! My name is Alicia, and I have cared for pets since I was 8. I grew up with a cat and adopted my own in college. I have been pet sitting (cats + dogs) for the last 10+ years, including overnight stays, dog-walking, and doing additional tasks, such as light cleaning, errands, etc. I'm looking for house...
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Alicia was a wonderful house and dog sitter who we felt so comfortable with we used her multiple times to watch our two dogs. We had peace of mind knowing that they were getting the best of care and our home was taken care of while we were away. She was kind,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been a pet owner my whole life; growing up with dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters and more! I've been pet sitting for 3 years and every dog I have taken care of is immediately drawn to my warm presence as I am a huge animal lover. Between walking, feeding, bathing, over-night dog sitting, outdoor playtime, I am happy...
5.0
"Kylie has known my dog Sparky since he was a puppy. She has taken care of him on multiple occasions for 5 years. She is so good with him and he loves her! He runs right to her every time she comes over. She has walked, fed, and had him at her house for daycare. She...
Care member
4.9
(13)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
DAILY VISTS/WALKS LAST 1 HOUR
OVERNIGHTS
Your pet will receive a lot of care during my overnight visit. I can feed your cat, play and cuddle with your pet more, tune into YouTube for videos for your pet to watch, and clean up any messes that may have happened since the last visit. I will be there when your pet wakes up in the...
Nancy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Nancy recently took care of my 13-year-old Silky Terrier for one week while I was out of town. I felt at ease knowing my senior dog was in her care. She is loving, gentle & knowledgeable. She made sure that he stuck to his routine and communicated frequently (&...
Walter A.
Debra G.
Rosedale, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am veterinary technician with over 20 years experience. I have a compassion for animals. I will care and love your pet as if they were my own. Not only am I a pet-sitter, I am also able to provide nursing care for your pet. I know what to do in case of an emergency should occur. I am able to administer medications oral and...
Debra can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Debra and I have had a relationship for several years. I feel like she is part of my family. She is always there for my animal companions and me. In addition, she has strong skills as a vet tech which is particularly valuable given one of my cats is 20+. She...
Anne M.
Sarah C.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've done therapy work with traumatized dogs, pet-sitting, and owned two cats before as well as two dogs.
Sarah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been an animal lover and dedicated in fostering senior cats (12+ yo) with oral medications. Whether calm or challenging cats, I have successfully fed them, groomed them and played with them (simply with shoe strings and delivery boxes...). I'd love to be a true companion of your furry friend with fresh water, dry/wet...
My can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"My is a reliable and professional pet sitter. She helped keeping my cat company while I was out of town for 10days. I was nervous previously because I never left my cat for this long. But the first meet & say hi went so well. I can see how responsible she is. And...
Faye C.
Luis A.
Brooklyn, NY
$45/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Luis. I've been a professional dog walker and pet sitter for over 5 years. I love all kinds of dogs, cats and other animals. I like to help dogs with special needs such as bad knees or wheelchairs. I also like helping you with other pets you may have such as cats, bunnies, birds etc. I'm here to cater to you...
Luis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"He's a great responsible human being didn't have no problem with him whatsoever every time I will call he will pick up I will ask him for pictures of my animal he will send them and he even drawing my dog with treats and a new outfit he is a great worker and...
Nancy L.
4.5
(2)
I'm a dad to two cats and a friend to many many more. Cats feel super comfortable with me, and even the shy ones come out to say hello when I'm around. I've been the go-to cat sitter for several friends for the past few years, and now I'm looking to expand my business. I'll take great care of your kitties while you're away...
Rully can also help with: Pet sitting
4.0
"Rully has cared for our two cats, Nora and Momo, several times over the past five years. Were met Rully when we moved into our neighborhood here in Queens. Rully has cared for our cats for both weekend trips and longer extended periods (1-2 weeks). Rully got to...
Nicholas A.
Benna C.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Pet-Lover Available For House Sitting Your Dog Or Cat!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm primarily a very busy babysitter but have had many clients with cats and dogs and have been enlisted to walk and/or pet sit while they're away. My love for dogs began as a child when our family adopted an adorable mixed terrier from the local ASPCA. Since then, I've cared for many pets as a sitter and walker for friends,...
Benna can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can provide excellent loving attentive care for your pet or pets. I understand that pets are like family or children so I understand the importance of a reliable pet sitter. I can do a background check and provide great references. I am a long term owner of pets. My cat who was 16 passed away last year. I have an 11 and...
Victoria can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am an animal lover, for many years I have had cared for my own pets including birds, cats and dogs. And also for family members and friends when they needed to go on vacation or hospitalization etc, since is something I feel very comfortable with. I am looking forward to work as a pet sitter and provide the care and...
Fabiana can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming & more
5.0
(2)
I love to hang out with pets and different animals :) I have a lot of experience with dogs, cats, and bunnies! I'm reliable and patient, and able to feed pets any medicine/vitamins.
Colleen can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"I have tried multiple sitters and boarding services over the years for my mini dachshund Winnie, but Colleen is hands down the best. She has been our go-to since I found her earlier this year. Colleen is very warm and a true animal lover. She is very responsive and...
Nicole M.
Cara H.
Brooklyn, NY
$12-17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had a dog and a cat growing up as well as a few rabbits that I showed for 4H. I currently own a cat and have had for two years. I love cats especially but can hold my own walking dogs as well. I'm happy to do pet/house sitting .
Cara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Brady L.
New York, NY
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a dog walker/sitter and cat sitter (as well as owner) in NYC. I love animals and thoroughly enjoy playing with them and taking care of them! I'm very responsible so rest assured your little one(s) will receive the best care possible.
Brady can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Brady has been babysitting for us for more than 5 years - part time. She is super responsible and reliable and a lot of fun with the kids, so much that my son likes to invite her to his school performance and other activities. She is part of our family!...
Elizabeth N.
Nurah L.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Animal Lover Looking To Care For Your Pets While You're Away!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am able to provide dog and cat sitting in your home! I have several years of experience with a variety of animals and breeds. I grew up with a big, sweet dog named Pom Pom and now own a fiery gray cat named Noon. I look forward to meeting your fur baby!
Nurah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 27-year-old working professional who has a profound interest in helping, loving, and taking care of dogs and cats. I've grown up in a household full of pets (I've never had less than 2 dogs and 5 cats at a time.) I've had much experience with various medical issues pertaining to animals (diabetes, eye and ear infections,...
Jess can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Our experience with Jess was great. I needed someone last minute, and Jess was very flexible. She was wonderful with our cats and sent videos and pictures of the cats every day, and she was very easy to get in touch with. Our cats clearly loved her! I had no...
Wendy B.
5.0
(4)
Is anyone looking for a pet sitter/walker? I am a pet mom of 11 (you read that right) 11 fur, scales, and slime babies. I have two cats, a dog, six guinea pigs, a snake, and an axolotl! I am a veterinary assistant, soon to be tech, and a former zoo keeper. I've worked in animal shelters and clinics and used to have my own dog...
Gladys can also help with: Dog training, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Professional, timely. Attention to detail and great communication. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I have experience with birds, dogs, cats, rabbits, and lizards. I grew up with three dogs, a rabbit, a lizard, and a cat so I am very familiar with taking care of a variety of animals. I have been a pet sitter for about six years and feel comfortable with all aspects of animal care. I absolutely love animals and I am...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a pet sitter. I adore animals and even have two dogs of my own. Hence, for the past year I've been helping out some neighbors to walk their dogs whenever they're busy at work, take care of cats with special needs, pet sit etc. One of my girls is an anxious dog and the other one is 12 years old so I have the...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jessica was an amazing sitter!! She took amazing care of my pups and was frequent with updates and communication. I will use Jessica again next time I'm out of town! She Was super sweet and receptive to all my pets needs."
Amelia K.
Quinn S.
New York, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Quinn and I am currently attending the Fashion Institute of Technology. I grew up on a farm in Virginia so I am really used to being around animals! I've been pet sitting for people for about 5 years taking care of dogs and cats. My parents have 5 cats and a dogs, so I know how to care for them. I would love to...
Quinn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Quinn is great! Very punctual and our dog loved spending time with her!"
Kelly S.
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Elmhurst, NY
Alicia H.
5.0
I knew Alicia for many years. She was a friend to my eldest adult daughter and she also has lots of pet sitting for us over the years
- Care member
Kylie C.
5.0
Kylie has known my dog Sparky since he was a puppy. She has taken care of him on multiple occasions for 5 years. She is so good with him and he loves her! He runs right to her every time she comes over. She has walked, fed, and had him at her house for daycare. She is excellent with dogs as I have...
- Care member
Nancy F.
5.0
Hired Nancy somewhat last-minute to care for my cat while I was out of town. I'm a very new pet owner and was apprehensive about the whole process, but she was beyond exquisite--communicative, prompt and an absolute delight. My cat *adored* her and she provided top-flight care. Nancy will absolutely...
- John H.
Debra G.
5.0
Debra and I have had a relationship for several years. I feel like she is part of my family. She is always there for my animal companions and me. In addition, she has strong skills as a vet tech which is particularly valuable given one of my cats is 20+. She also took excellent care of one of my...
- Anne M.
My B.
5.0
My is a reliable and professional pet sitter. She helped keeping my cat company while I was out of town for 10days. I was nervous previously because I never left my cat for this long. But the first meet & say hi went so well. I can see how responsible she is. And my cat loves to play with her! While...
- Faye C.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Elmhurst, NY
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Elmhurst, NY?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Elmhurst, NY through Care.com will cost an average of $16.00 per hour as of June, 2024. 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 Elmhurst, NY?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Elmhurst, NY. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 6 cat sitters in Elmhurst, NY, 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 Elmhurst, NY?
The best cat sitters near you in Elmhurst, NY 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 Elmhurst, NY?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Elmhurst, NY 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 Elmhurst, NY?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Elmhurst, NY, 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.