Trusted In-Home Cat Sitting Services
Keep your cat relaxed at home with caring, verified sitters. Whether you need reliable in-home cat care or want to find cat sitting opportunities, HouseSit Match connects owners and sitters in a safe, supportive community.
⭐ Rated Excellent on Trustpilot (4.8 / 5) • Verified members • UK-based support since 2013
Why Choose HouseSit Match for Cat Sitting
Cats do best at home where routine and scent are familiar. With HouseSit Match youfind verified sitterswith visible reviews who follow your care plan, manage litter and meds and send daily updates.
Home comfort for cats
🏠︎ Familiar scents and spaces keep stress low so your cat stays settled.
Cat-specific care
✚ Exact feeding and litter hygiene with medication and gentle enrichment play.
Verified sitters you can check
👤︎ ID checks and visible reviews help you choose with confidence.
Quick matching and real support
🤝︎ Useful filters, secure chat and a helpful team if you need a hand.
Useful filters, secure chat and a helpful team if you need a hand.
How Cat Sitting Works
Booking a cat sitter on HouseSit Match is simple. Share your cat’s routine, meet verified sitters and confirm the plan in a few clicks.
1Tell us about your cat
Share your cat’s routine like feeding times and litter care along with any medication.
2Meet the right sitters
Browse verified profiles that match your dates and location. Check IDs and reviews to feel confident.
3Message and confirm
Chat in the platform, arrange a video call and agree on responsibilities and timing. See FAQs for medication and shy-cat guidance.
4Enjoy stress-free travel
Your cat stays at home, keeps their routine and you receive regular updates. Leave a review at the end to help others.
For Cat Owners
Keep your cat at home with a sitter who follows your plan. You choose the person, set the routine and get daily updates.
What you can expect:
• Feeding at your usual times and clean litter care
• Calm company and gentle play that suits your cat
• Medication given as instructed with clear notes
• Water plants, bring in post and keep things tidy
• Daily photo updates so you can relax while away
For Cat Sitters
Find rewarding cat sits that fit your schedule. Build a trusted profile, meet caring owners and look after cats in their own homes.
What you can expect:
• Search sits by dates, location and house type
• Filter for cats and read clear care notes
• Boost trust with ID checks and references
• Chat with owners and agree the plan in writing
• Collect reviews to unlock more cat sitting opportunities
What Cat Owners Say
Real experiences from owners who chose in-home cat sitting on HouseSit Match.
“Came home to a relaxed cat and a tidy flat. Daily photos made our trip stress free.”
— Emma • London
“Our sitter followed the feeding and medication plan perfectly. We will book again.”
— Martin • Bristol
“First time using a sitter and it was brilliant. Our shy cat warmed up within a day.”
— Dolly • Edinburgh
We Support Cat Welfare
We care about cats staying safe and well at home and in the community.
Charity and Community
• We promote responsible cat care and adoption
• We highlight partner charities and education projects
• A share of activity supports welfare initiatives across our network
24/7 Vet Advice Line
• Access to a vet advice line for guidance during sits
• Help with routine questions like appetite changes or litter issues
• Advice is not a substitute for emergency care
Membership and Pricing
HouseSit Match runs on simple annual memberships for owners and sitters.Jointo contact matches safely, confirm a booking and build reviews. Choose the plan that fits how you use the platform.
Owners membership - what it unlocks
✔ Create a detailed cat sitting request and publish it
✔ Receive applications and send invites to promising sitters
✔ Shortlist, confirm the booking and share your care plan
✔ Leave a review to help the next owner and grow trust
Sitters membership - what it unlocks
✔ Build a profile that shows your cat experience and checks
✔ Set your availability and apply to sits that fit your dates
✔ Chat with owners to agree the plan and house access
✔ Collect reviews to unlock more opportunities
Shared features for both
✔ Secure messaging and clear verification badges
✔ Helpful guides and support if you need a hand
FAQs About Cat Sitting Services
What does an in-home cat sitter do day to day?
They follow your care plan with feeding times, fresh water, litter cleaning and simple home tasks like plants or post. Most owners choose daily photo updates.Can I book daily visits instead of overnight care?
Yes. You can request once or twice daily visits or full overnight stays. Choose what suits your cat and confirm the schedule before booking.How do you handle multi-cat households with different needs?
Add notes for each cat including diets, meds and quirks. Sitters follow individual instructions and keep updates clear for each cat.Do sitters give medication like insulin or pills?
Many sitters are experienced with tablets, liquids and insulin. Share your vet guidance and demonstrate your routine during the meet and greet.What if my cat is shy or hides from new people?
Sitters use slow introductions and quiet routines and let the cat choose contact. Updates focus on appetite, litter use and signs of calm like grooming or play.How is litter box hygiene handled?
Sitters scoop daily, refresh litter as instructed and wipe the area. They note changes like diarrhea or straining so you can follow up if needed.What happens in an emergency vet situation?
Leave vet details and a spending limit. Sitters contact you first when possible, then follow your emergency plan and keep receipts and notes.Do owners pay sitters on HouseSit Match?
Most sits are an exchange of care for accommodation with no nightly fee. Any payment for specialist or extended arrangements should be agreed in advance.
Get Started with HouseSit Match
HouseSit Match helps cat owners find caring, verified sitters and helps sitters discover trusted opportunities. Create your free account to set up your profile, explore the platform and choose a membership when you are ready to contact or apply.