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109 cat sitters are listed in Pittsburgh, PA
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 3 years
Cat sitters in Pittsburgh, PA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced cat sitter and cat owner ready to care for your precious pet! With two kittens at home, I understand the importance in finding a trusted and experienced sitter. Please contact me for twice-daily feeding, litter box maintenance, administering medications, and fun play time for your felines. I'll even water...
Diana can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Diana is a great cat sitter! I invited Diana over before her first assignment cat sitting for me and got to know her a little bit. I was impressed with her professionalism, well-thought questions and natural ability to connect with animals. I immediately felt...
Rita C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I truly believe pets are mans best friend. Throughout my life I've always had atleast one pet and since moving to the city I'm unable to care for one so I'd love to care for yours. I extremely comfortable with cats and dogs of all sizes. Throughout my own life, I've had 6 cats and 4 dogs ranging from Pugs to Pitbulls! I've been...
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(4)
I provide pet sitting, pet walking, and any other animal help that you may need in your home. I am comfortable and experienced with a variety of animals. I'm very experienced with animals, as I have many of my own and have cared for many animals over 10 years. I currently have multiple cats of my own. I love animals of all sizes...
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Julia is great! I hired Julia to feed and let out my 2 dogs and 1 cat for two weeks recently. She was prompt and respectful. She even went above and beyond to tidy up and give my pets attention and love. I'd recommend Julia to anyone."
Lindsey D.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Auja! I am currently studying early childhood education at the University of Pittsburgh and also an Animal Rights activist. I am looking for part time/occasional jobs in Pet Care. I grew up with animals my whole life (3 dogs and 5 cats to be exact). I have a passion for pets of all sizes and species, I truly don't...
Auja can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
3.0
"I used her for my last job and it might of been my fault for telling her. She was allowed to have friends over. However the friends she ended up bringing over were high and I saw her on my house camera ignore my text messages."
Paige S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a well-rounded, sociable, and dependable adult. My family is from the Washington, PA area, however I live with my fiancé in Pittsburgh while we both finish our graduate degrees. I am a full-time student getting my doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy. I have grown up with dogs my entire life! I currently own a 6-year-old...
Alexis can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"I think she did a good job watching my 2 dogs. I will use her again."
Sabrina B.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Feel a sense of peace knowing your pet is safe with me. As a professional animal lover, I know how important social skills are for cats and dogs. I enjoy being outside (when the weather permits) for a long walk, or sitting in the sun with a kitty. Whatever your animal wants or needs, I will provide that for them!
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
4.0
"Lauren is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She was attentive to our puppy and very helpful in both training and socializing our dog. Anyone who is looking to hire someone who is punctual, caring, and a true animal lover should reach out to Lauren immediately."
Cori K.
Sophie W.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have pet sit for numerous families and have grown up around dogs and cats. I am very active so am happy to go on long walks or just hang out with the dog or cat!
Sophie can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Sophie is hardworking, reliable, very trustworthy, and very safety conscious. She does not take unnecessary risks, is very ethical, and is extremely personable. She proactively solves problems and
takes her jobs very seriously."
Kim W.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello
My wife and I treat our pets as our kids and will treat yours the same. I have a golden retriever and 2 Kitties For the past 15 years I have been a fulltime pet sitter I can do home visits for your dogs and cats. That would include playing, walking, feeding, giving meds, cleaning litter box, will bring in your mail take...
Michael can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding & more
5.0
"Michael was great with our dog Sophie. She seemed to enjoy herself and came back her happy puppy self. We had a trial date set for an overnight with him since we were going to be out of the country on our honeymoon. Everything was great. I wish I didn't have to...
Mishelle J.
I have 8+ years of experience watching dogs and cats of all ages and have been around them my entire life! I can help with Dog Walking dogs < 40 lbs and Pet Sitting dogs and cats (including over nights). I am comfortable with all breeds and have previous experience with oral medication administration. Please feel free to contact...
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Kristi. I am a joyous, happy and would be honored to watch and make sure your beloved kitty, so sweet is kept the queen or king he or she is!
I am looking for a family that loves their kitty as much as I love mine. Does your kitty rule the roost? :) I am looking to cat sit, so if you go away for a weekend there...
Kristi can also help with: Pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a 1-year-old cat, who I absolutely love. I work from home, and so we keep each other company.
Growing up, I had all sorts of pets whom I played with and loved dearly. Now, as an adult, my focus is on the caring side of it. I know our fur babies are irreplaceable and I will take care of yours as if they were my own. If...
Sarah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I'm currently an undergrad student/intern looking for pet sitting jobs in the PGH area. I have lots of experience caring for cats (I watched 6 cats for two weeks once... it was amazing). And I worked at a pet store for over a year so I have a lot of knowledge on animal care and experience working with a variety of pets (ferrets,...
Lena can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have experience taking care of multiple dog breeds, including Jack Russell terriers, Labrador retrievers, Golden retrievers, and german shepherds. I also have experience with cat sitting multiple different cats of all ages and temperaments. I can walk dogs, play with them your pets, feed and water them, and empty litter boxes.
Zoe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Amanda! I'm an animal lover working as a nanny with a background in education. I grew up with German Shepherds and cats, so I have a variety of personal experience with bathing, walking, and playing with pets. I am currently a proud ferret mama of 3: having 4 ferrets under my care in the last 6 years. With...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!! I am a final year pharmacy student who loves cats and dogs! I am available most evenings and weekends!
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am finishing medical school rotations and will graduate as a doctor May 30. I have watched family and friends' dogs for about 10 years intermittently. . I also volunteered with the ARL running and walking all breeds of dogs. I own a large 94 lb black lab that I raised myself. I have also pet sat for cats, a beagle mix,...
Traci can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
I am a 19-year-old female that graduated from high school this year. My friends and family always tells me I'm fun, creative, loving, friendly and warm hearted. I always owned and had a lot love for fur babies. I will always have respect for fur babies no matter how big and how small they are. Hopefully I will be able to meet...
Danielle B.
Pittsburgh, PA
$16-25/hr
My mom has a growing dog sitting business, so naturally I love doing what my mom does, and thats treating your pets as if they are my own.
I have a pitbull and 2 cats that are all rescues, and I don't know what I would do without them
Hi! My name is Emily and I live in Mccandless with my 3 cats and dog. I grew up with animals and have been around them my whole life, helping to take care of them. I currently go to Purdue University where I'm studying Elementary and Special Education with one of my cats from home living here with me! On the weekends, my...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Chloe B.
Pittsburgh, PA
$12-17/hr
I'm a big animal lover and would be happy to help anyone out who is in need of a pet sitter! I mainly have experience with cats, since I have one myself, but I have also looked after my neighbors' dogs in the past. I am comfortable feeding, cleaning up waste, walking, and playing with both cats and dogs!
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Pittsburgh, PA
Diana F.
5.0
Diana is a great cat sitter! I invited Diana over before her first assignment cat sitting for me and got to know her a little bit. I was impressed with her professionalism, well-thought questions and natural ability to connect with animals. I immediately felt comfortable giving her the key to my...
- Rita C.
Julia T.
5.0
Julia is great! I hired Julia to feed and let out my 2 dogs and 1 cat for two weeks recently. She was prompt and respectful. She even went above and beyond to tidy up and give my pets attention and love. I'd recommend Julia to anyone.
- Lindsey D.
Auja D.
5.0
Auja was the greatest sitter to my cat Rue! She always sent updates and pictures of her as well as being super flexible to your schedule. She makes sure to treat your pets as her own which is all any pet owner can wish for! Would definitely work with her again! :)
- Former Member A.
Alexis F.
5.0
I think she did a good job watching my 2 dogs. I will use her again.
- Sabrina B.
Lauren G.
4.0
Lauren is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She was attentive to our puppy and very helpful in both training and socializing our dog. Anyone who is looking to hire someone who is punctual, caring, and a true animal lover should reach out to Lauren immediately.
- Cori K.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Pittsburgh, PA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Pittsburgh, PA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Pittsburgh, PA through Care.com will cost an average of $13.05 per hour as of May, 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Pittsburgh, PA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 109 cat sitters in Pittsburgh, PA, 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
The best cat sitters near you in Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Pittsburgh, PA, 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 Pittsburgh, PA cat sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Cat Sitters in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 109 listed cat sitters.