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Recent Cat Sitting reviews in Melbourne

Would 100% recommend Amy for any job she is reliable, friendly, flexible and always sends photos of my cat so I know he’s ok. I’ve used Amy a couple of times now and she is trustworthy and I would definitely use her again.

Cat Sitter

$300

Super nice and friendly! Will definitely ask for Elise’s help again in the future!

Cat Sitting

$100

Julie went above and beyond to pick up the cat as the cat was anxious. I recommend Julie without hesitation!!!

Cat sitting

$5

Iris is fantastic, top notch communication and lovely to deal with.

Cat sitting - drop in

$60

Anne was really easy to work with and she and her family looked after our cat really well!

Cat sitter

$154

Amrita L is an outstanding human being as is her partner, both are genuine animal lovers and my family couldn’t have asked for better people to care for our cat! Thank you Amrita, our cat Aurora is missing you profusely, you spoilt her rotten. Thanks Maree 🥰

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What do cat sitting services include?

The cat sitting service includes all the tasks and activities necessary to care for your cat while you’re away. This involves feeding and medicating your cat if required, sending you updates, having some playtime and cleaning out their litter box as necessary. 

Feeding and playing with your cat

Your hired cat sitter can go to your home to feed your cat. This may include cleaning your cat’s food and water bowls and cleaning them out after your cat has eaten. Your cat sitter can give your cat the prescribed amount of food, and even feed them only the food and amount you specify if they are on a strict diet.  

Some cat sitters can provide the cat food should your supply run out, but this can cost extra. After their meal, your cat sitter can stay with your cat for a while to play with them and keep them from feeling sad or lonely. Some cat sitters make this part of the service package, but some may charge a little extra.  

Giving them their medication

Your hired cat sitter can give elderly cats or cats with medical issues the medication they need. The cat sitter can give your cat eye drops, ear drops, feed them pills and apply most other medication your cat needs, all while following the prescribed dosage instructions. Some cat sitters may replenish the prescriptions should these run out, but they may charge a separate fee for this.

Sending updates

Thanks to smartphones and messaging apps, you don’t have to wonder or worry about your cat’s status every minute. Your cat sitter can send you updates in the form of pictures, video recordings, real-time videos or any combination of these sent to you through one of these apps. These updates of your cat can be sent each time your cat sitter goes to your home to check in on your beloved kitty. 

Cleaning the litter box

With no one to clean the litter box, the house can foul up, and your cat may eventually refuse to use the litter box and do their business in random areas. To avoid this, your cat sitter can dispose of the used kitty litter and replace it with a fresh batch. This can be done as often as needed. 

Other services

Some cat sitters may offer extra services for an additional fee. This can include cleaning out areas that your cat may have made a mess in, taking out the garbage, checking your mailbox and placing the mail on your counter, or bringing in any newspapers or packages that were left on your doorstep. 

This can help keep up the impression that your house isn’t completely empty and deter any would-be intruders. But if you are also concerned with the security of your home while you’re away, consider hiring a house sitting service or house sitters. 

Recent Cat Sitting tasks in Melbourne

Cat sitter

$800

Windsor VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2024

Me and my partner are going overseas for 3 weeks and need a pet sitter for our kitten 🥹 he is 9 months old! We are going away from Nov 4th - Nov 25th. He would just need to be fed in the morning and afternoon and may want a bit of play time as well :) his cat litter box would need cleaning too Prefer that he does stay in our apartment as he is still quite young and prefers his comfortable surroundings

Cat sitting

$30

Carlton North VIC, Australia

12th Jul 2024

I am looking for a cat sitter who can come visit at least daily/twice daily ideally while we are away on the weekend of the 27-29th of July. They are lovely cats - a Russian blue and a Bengal, we will keep them indoors during that time. Thanks! Budget $30/day

Cat Sitter from 1 July - At your home - 14yr old adopted puss

$30

Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Jun 2024

Due to family medical emergency, I am looking for a cat sitter to start from 1 July (or as close to that date as possible). It is likely to be 2 weeks but could extend depending on the medical situation. I would need to bring him mid afternoon. I will provide all necessary items - bedding, food, bowls, snacks, toy, litter tray & litter, etc, plus leave additional funds for top ups. His personality and needs: * Doesn't really like being picked up but will tolerate it for between 10-30 seconds :) * He's not a lap cat but if he's comfortable with you, he may snuggle up next to you on the couch or bed * Needs his key meals (wet-food) split into smaller portions spread over an hour - else he will chug it down too fast … and we know what that means! The rest of the day he will graze on biscuits. * Hardly sheds; no grooming required * Gentle but a bit shy with strangers * Being a bit older, he's mostly happy to just sleep most of the day away but sometimes he may get his 'kitten' on and romp with his toy mouse for a few minutes * Can't deal with rowdy children or frantic dogs; may be okay if you have older or very placid other pet * He is a Bengal so he's not little but certainly not huge like a Maine Coon :) House Preferences: * Access to whole house - not just locked permanently in one room * Does like going outdoors so if you have a well contained area that's a bonus ... I can also bring a long lead that could be used to contain him within the boundary Preferred location is within 30km west of Bayswater or 30 km north of Moorabbin or 30km east and south of Melbourne Airport … But the right person is the key :) Please quote back with daily rate and we'll take it from there ... Thank you!

Cat sitting for 4 days

$100

Oakleigh VIC, Australia

3rd Jun 2024

I'm looking for a feline lover to care for, play and feed my almost 3yo cat, Bullet. Dates I'm looking for: Twice a day on 8th Jun - 10th Jun Morning only for 11th Jun Visit location: Oakleigh He is inquisitive but takes a bit to warm up to but could be absolutely friendly once he gains faith. Super playful if you interact with him or will be by himself. I'm strictly looking for someone who respects and loves a pet as an equal and would be grateful if you can plz help with: - 2x feeds a day Morning and night (wet & dry) - regular litter change - playtime (leave the minutes up to you).

Thanks Yu for agreeing to pet sit my cat and for entertaining and playing with him too. Despite the distance from her house to mine, Yu quite literally went out of her way to help take care of my cat everyday, just because of her love for cats. She gave me regular updates everyday via texts with photos and videos. Overall, she has a friendly and genuine personality.

Cat sitting until 14 July

$500

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

2nd Jun 2024

I have a 2 yo girl to look after at your place until I come back from overseas. She’s usually good with other cats too.

Cat sitting / cat carer

$75

West Melbourne VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2024

Post edited. Hi I’m going away for 2 nights and need someone to look after my 3 year old Bengal cat Boris. He’s very playful and demanding so someone who’s willing to pay a lot of attention to him is preferred. He’s a very curious cat so a secure household is preferred also. Close to Melbourne cbd is also preferred but not too much of an issue for the right person. Dates are for 25th April. Drop off evening possibly late arvo till Saturday 27th April. Thanks for reading. Look forward to hearing from you. All food and litter provided.

Laine and Luisa were awesome. Looked after my cat while I was away. And did a great job keeping him happy while his dad was butchering the game of golf for two days. Highly recommended. Thanks guys.

Cat sitter needed for 2 weeks (Easter holidays)

$100

Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

19th Jan 2024

I am looking for someone to look after my furry baby Plume 🐈 during the Easter holidays. (At your home) Everything will be provided : food, litter, treats and toys - Due date: Flexible

Drive me & my cats to cat sitter

$40

South Yarra VIC, Australia

19th Jan 2024

I’m looking for help to please pick me up at 1pm from South Yarra with my 2 cats, then drop us to the cat sitter in Alphington. Price negotiable :) I will need some help carrying their boxes to the car too please - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 19 January 2024

Cat sitter - look after in your own home

$350

Melbourne VIC, Australia

8th Jan 2024

Naliyah is a friendly chill cat - looking for someone to take care of her for a month. Needs to able to collect her for pet sitting on Sunday/Monday 21/ 22nd of January. She is very easy going, affectionate 13 year old and spends majority of the day relaxing. Indoor cat. Although social with humans, she doesn’t get along well with other cats. We are looking at rehoming her, as we are relocating overseas - would be amazing if the pet sitter bonds with the cat to give them a forever home, or if they know someone in their circle that would love Naliyah as their own. If not - it’s ok as well. We just want her to be looked after well for the next month :) - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 21 January 2024

Cat sitting - Brunswick East

$200

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

28th Dec 2023

I need someone to come and check on my cat Lolita daily at our home. She has a beautiful nature and loves all humans She will need: Wet food once daily Dry food topped up as needed Litter emptied about once every five days Pets and cuddles May need vomit removed with dust pan if this occurs (sometimes from eating too quickly) She is a very affectionate cat, she loves human attention and contact. I am on holidays from Dec 29 - Jan 14, if you can visit during this period once daily and provide some updates that would be much appreciated. I am in the Ettaro complex on Barkly St, Brunswick East - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 29 December 2023

Cat sitting for 12 weeks

$1,500

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

10th Nov 2023

I have been contracted to take employment interstate for a period of 3 months, I have 2 cats and they are my life! I get leave every fortnight so I’d like to be able to see them for a little while before I head back. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 1 December 2023

Cat sitter

$15

Prahran VIC, Australia

25th Sep 2023

I need someone to come to my place to feed and clean my cat’s litter - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 30 September 2023

Cat sitter in ThEIR home

$400

Melbourne VIC, Australia

10th Aug 2023

2 cats to be minded in persons home for 8-9 weeks. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 11 August 2023

Cat sitter for a few hours (9-5). You host

$50

Southbank VIC, Australia

11th Apr 2023

We need someone to cat sit for us at their place on Friday the 14th of April between 9am and 5pm (but it could be less depending on when we're back). We will require him to be picked up at 9am and dropped back off at 5pm (or earlier). He's a very sweet and gentle cat and is not yet tested with dogs so best to keep them separate if you have any so that he doesn't get scared. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 14 April 2023

Excellent experience! Thank you so much for helping out with Snowman 😊

Cat sitter in your home 12th-14th March

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2023

Hi all! I’m looking for a cat sitter close to Melbourne CBD to take care of my two boys for two nights- 12th and 13th. I’d pick them up on the 14th probably in the evening! I would need them looked after in your own home. They’re two very calm and easy going boys. Buzz is very quiet and more shy… Otto is more chatty and extroverted 🤣 I will supply food, litter, litter trays and some toys :) - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 12 March 2023

Cat sitting - 1 week daily check

$140

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

18th Dec 2022

Looking for someone to look in on my cat for 1 week from 24 Dec to 1st January near to A Minor Place in Brunswick. It would include daily feeding and litter scooping. (Approx 15-30mins aday) - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 24 December 2022

Franco took exceptional care of my little cat Bat 🦇 for a week 😍 reliable, cute messages and photos of my cat with updates and excellent communication throughout

Cat sitting for 2 weeks

$400

South Yarra VIC, Australia

11th Dec 2022

I'm going away for 2 weeks and would love for a feline lover to pet, play and feed my almost 1.5yo kitty. He takes a bit to warm up to but could be absolutely friendly once he gains faith. Super playful if you interact with him. I'm strictly looking for someone who respects and loves a pet as an equal and would be grateful if you can plz help with: - Morning and night feeds (wet & dry) - regular litter change - playtime (leave the minutes up to you). Dates I'm looking for: 23rd Dec - 6th Jan Thanks in advance Due date: Before Friday, 6 January 2023

Cat sitting

$250

Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2022

Looking for a reliable person to look after our cat from 15 December until 20 December (South Yarra)

Anita did an excellent job of looking after our cat. She was dependable and trustworthy- highly recommended.

Cat sitter

$40

Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

1st Dec 2022

Cat sitter two cats for 2 days, feed in morning and evening - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 24 December 2022

Cat sitter wanted over Christmas

$100

Richmond VIC, Australia

30th Nov 2022

Looking for someone to feed & play with my cat once a day for approximately 10 days while I am away. Baz is a 7yo Bombay who is super playful and cuddly. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 20 December 2022