Find Trusted Cat Sitters Near Me in Melville, NY
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60 cat sitters are listed in Melville, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 7 years
Cat sitters in Melville, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have officially been a paid pet sitter. My family and friends always counted on me for love and care of all their pets. I walked, fed, played with all of them. Since I was a child I had dogs and cats. I adore animals, who were my family. Recently, I lost my last dog, a Westie, the most lovable little boy. I have watched golden...
Sharon can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have know Sharon all my life and have witnessed her with her own pets. Believe me when I tell you they were always her babies!! There is no doubt in my mind that she will treat your pet the same way."
Karen L.
I am a pet lover, and have always owned several cats and dogs. I worked as a veterinarian's receptionist while putting myself through undergrad schooling. I have experience pet sitting and volunteering in a shelter. I can provide references.
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
Brooke V.
Commack, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Brooke! I love animals so much and have 10 years of experience watching both cats and dogs! I can help with pet sitting, walking, and transportation. I am very reliable and organized, and I will love your pet as if it is my own!
Brooke can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Brooke is amazing. We left our dog for the first time to go on vacation and couldn’t have chosen anybody better to stay with her. Not only did she do every single thing we asked, she sent us daily photos, and even worked on some light training! I highly recommend...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Welcome! Thanks for taking a look at my profile. I have taken care of friends' cats and dogs for over 10 years. I used to walk neighbor's dogs and take care of their 4 cats. Big or small dogs are welcomed! I have a love for animals and would be excited to meet new animals who possess different traits. I have 6 cats that my...
Marisa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Marisa is wonderful with my 8 yr old Yorkie Simba! I have never left Simba with any outside caregiver and trust Marisa implicitly to care for him, particularly when I'm away overnight! Simba has special needs and requires special care and medication. I come home...
Liz R.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Stacey. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet setting. I grew up with animals my entire life and have a passion for dogs and cats. I am excited to be able to help you by caring for your pets while you are away. Your babies will be cared for and loved just as if they were my own. I...
Stacey can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"I am disabled. Stacey walks my dog just as I ask. Even better than I ask. She is reliable, prompt, cautious, makes good decisions regarding weather, heat, his health. She is a dream come true! Boston Terriers with their flat faces must be taken out in real feel...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lisa! I have a lifetime of experience with animals. I adore all types of animals. I am a mother of 4 grown children so my schedule is quite flexible. I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I also cared Golden Retrievers for years. Three of the pups became service dogs. Walking is a big hobby of mine, and over the years, I have...
Lisa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Passionate pet sitter with experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Adept at providing exercise, feeding, and administering medication. I have a cat that needs daily meds and have no problem getting her to take it . I am Reliable and trustworthy with a commitment to providing the highest...
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Lisa took care of our cats for several days, and did an outstanding job. We came home to cats that were very happy and clearly well cared for. She is reliable, kind, and clearly loves animals. We will definitely be asking her to care for our kitties again in the...
Kelly T.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Julia!
I'm a 23 years old who work in my family's business in the food industry. since I was young I have always had dogs big and small. Currently, I have one dogs and two rescue kittens. As far as my experience goes, I am the go to in my family to sit any pets. I am a very active person that will engage your...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Julia was amazing with my dog and cat! Really reliable!"
Jamie K.
5.0
(1)
Years of experience watching and walking dogs, cats, etc. Experience with puppy and kittens fostering. Love all animals, very patient with all type of pet temperaments.
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"She is a great cat sitter. Very flexible schedule, any time I had to go away for work she'd be available to come feed my two cats and keep them company. I would definitely recommend her"
Kevin P.
Nancy N.
Bellmore, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Lover And Dog Walker Available To Provide Care For Your Pet
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mature, responsible woman, available to walk your dog also available to care for your dog or cat. I will provide TLC, when you can't. Cat visits, feeding and litter cleaning. Dog visits, feeding, walks and playtime. Will also watch your pet/child friendly dog in my beautiful home with fenced in yard, while you are away. I will...
Nancy can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Nancy has walked Blue for over a year. She is reliable and trustworthy- i know while I am at work she will be there to get Blue out and have his daily walk. He is a loving and energetic dog, and can be strong on walks, but Nancy is excellent with him. I highly...
Lauren H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm very reliable caring and experienced In all types of care . I'm experienced in all kinds of pets such as birds fish dogs cats .
Andrea can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, grooming, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting & more
5.0
"I had Andrea come a take care of my two cats. She did a wonderful job and kept me informed. She even tried to take pictures but my cats were too shy. I came back to my home and it was as neat as I left it. I would use her again in a heartbeat."
Dawn C.
Cathleen C.
Lindenhurst, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter For All Types With Over 10 Years Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of veterinary care with lizards, dogs, cats and horses. I can provide overnight care or daily care and am qualified for administering medications and giving injections. Many many references and disappointed clienst when I relocated to Long Island
Cathleen can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Cat is wonderful not only helps with my pup but also with errands etc. I am disabled and she is a god send. Thankful to have found her."
Stacey S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Melissa and I currently work from home full time. I am looking for pet sitting/boarding jobs to make an extra income and also have opportunity to be around animals and care for them while I work from home. I have a lot of experience with animals, I grew up with dogs, cats, rabbits, Guinea pigs my whole life. My...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa came to pet sit my dog and two cats back this January for two weeks. She did an amazing job and took great care of my fur babies. She was reliable, followed instructions very well and my pets loved her."
Alyssa D.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I live and work in Northport as a nanny but I also work as a dog sitter and dog walker too! I am responsible and loving. I grew up with lots of dogs and cats too. Feel free to send me a message and ask more questions :)
Dafne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Angela B.
Deer Park, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very responsible and caring 32-year-old animal lover and caregiver with over 15 years experience.
I nanny for a toddler part-time and dog/cat sit every chance I get :) I'm currently working on my Masters in Early Childhood and Special Education.
I can provide care in your home or mine. I can also can provide boarding....
Angela can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an active animal lover and have been pet-sitting for over 10 years. I have a number of pet-sitting clients in the Huntington and Oyster Bay areas and love spending my time with the animals I watch. Outside of pet-sitting, my full-time job is as the Hospital Supervisor for a non-profit wildlife hospital where I oversee the...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Lauren took care of our lovely cat while we were away for 4 days. Our cat has special needs, therefore, Lauren's work was challenging. However, she has proven to be the greatest pet sitter we have ever known. She is very responsible and reliable: Each day we...
Ceylan C.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Valerie and would love to meet you and your fur baby! A little about me I graduated in May with my MBA from Hofstra University and adopted my dog Meeko two years ago from a town shelter. I'm an avid volunteer for One Love Dog Rescue and just love pets (cats too!) :)
As a sitter I created an intake form where I take...
Valerie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Valerie is kind, gentle, loving and most of all dependable and accommodating. I am so grateful to have her caring for my pupper. I have piece of mind knowing Valerie is taking care of my dog.. love her!"
Lesley P.
5.0
(1)
I am a professional woman who lives and works locally. I have a cat and a dog of my own. I have worked with dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I will love yours like I do my own. I am a notary so I am security cleared.
Jill can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I have 5 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting, and walking. Dog and Cat lover.
Dhariana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Dhariana was amazing when she helped watched my two puppies recently while I was in N. Carolina. She took great care of them & I could tell the dogs loved being around her. I definitely would recommend her services and would do so again. "
Care member
I have extensive experience with animals. Every since I can remember I have live in and a cared for dogs/cats in the home. These animals have ranged in age, size and breed! I provide dog/cat sitting in your home as well as dog walking and feeding.
I am a huge animal lover
Morgan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Melville, NY
Sharon W.
5.0
I have know Sharon all my life and have witnessed her with her own pets. Believe me when I tell you they were always her babies!! There is no doubt in my mind that she will treat your pet the same way.
- Karen L.
Brooke V.
5.0
Brooke is amazing. We left our dog for the first time to go on vacation and couldn’t have chosen anybody better to stay with her. Not only did she do every single thing we asked, she sent us daily photos, and even worked on some light training! I highly recommend Brooke!
- Care member
Marisa O.
5.0
Marisa is wonderful with my 8 yr old Yorkie Simba! I have never left Simba with any outside caregiver and trust Marisa implicitly to care for him, particularly when I'm away overnight! Simba has special needs and requires special care and medication. I come home and he's happy, fed, and well cared...
- Liz R.
Stacey H.
5.0
I couldn’t be happier with how patient, kind and reliable Stacey has been taking care of my two rescue dogs that are 4 1/2 years old that are each between 70-75 pounds. Our female is very skittish around new people, and it takes her months to become comfortable and Stacey has been fantastic giving...
- Ileana P.
Lisa D.
5.0
I would highly recommend Lisa! She cared for my dog on multiple occasions and she treated my pup as if she was her own. Lisa is highly trustworthy, punctual, and professional. If you need a responsible and communicative care-giver or pet sitter, look no further!!
- Jane M.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Melville, NY
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Melville, NY?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Melville, NY through Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of March, 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 Melville, NY?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Melville, NY. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 2 cat sitters in Melville, 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 Melville, NY?
The best cat sitters near you in Melville, 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 Melville, NY?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Melville, 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 Melville, NY?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Melville, 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.