The purrfect cat sitter

A stress-free experience for you and your cat in the comfort of your home

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How cat sitting works

Set your schedule

Whether it's just for the weekend or a few weeks, select your days and we'll fit your schedule

Meet your match

Browse local pet sitter profiles and find your pawfect match

Follow along

Receive pictures and videos of your cat enjoying playtime, meals, and snuggles (when requested)

For short check-ins to cover the basics, Drop-In visits are available

Vetted sitters

Book with a highly-rated sitter who will care for your pets in your home when you're out of town. Whether it's just for the weekend, date night, or several weeks, local sitters on Wag are available to help.

Marsha M.

I love that I didn’t have to uproot Felix's life and I received cute photos the entire time I was on my trip

Darryl L.

I connected with my cat sitter before and arranged all the details, Wag! made it so easy to chat back and forth.

Debbie R.

I found a cat sitter for our two kitties 48 hours before we had to leave on a business trip and no one else was available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Wag!?

Wag! is the #1 app for pet parents -- offering 5-star dog walking, pet sitting, veterinary care, and training services nationwide. Book convenient pet care in your neighborhood with the Wag! app. Whether you’re looking for daily walks, planning a trip, stuck at work, or just want your best friend to have some company - any day, anytime pet care is available through the app.

Who's watching my cat?

Wag! pairs your furry family member with an experienced cat sitter in your neighborhood. Your highly-rated sitter will take care of your pet(s) at your home, for the day, or night (or month). Every booking includes unlimited playtime, potty breaks, and the entire day and night can be followed through video and photo updates. Many sitters are lifelong pet owners and every sitter is thoroughly background checked and insured.

Is Wag! right for my cat?

The Wag! matchmaking process is designed to find your perfect match for any cat or dog. On Wag! you can find and book a sitter with experience caring for puppies, kittens, older cats, disabled cats, cats that require medication, cats with separation anxiety, and cats who need lots of playtime. Being upfront about any special requirements is the best way to find the perfect match for your cat.

What does it cost?

Overnight stays start at $39 per night and include litterbox cleaning, feeding and playtime with video and text message updates throughout the day.

Where will my cat be staying?

Your cat will be staying in your home with a cat sitter.

How do I evaluate sitters?

Every sitter undergoes a thorough vetting process which includes cat handling, safety tests, phone screening, and background checks. Many of the sitters have worked as veterinary technicians or shelter volunteers. The majority have been lifelong cat owners and caretakers. 95% of Wag! sittings result in a perfect, 5-star review.

How do I pay for the service?

Wag! accepts all major credit cards, including VISA, MasterCard and American Express. Never pay by cash or check as this makes your booking ineligible for premium insurance and 24/7 support.

When will I be charged for service?

Your card is charged after the service is complete. Wag! will hold onto the funds and release payment to your walker or sitter within 48 hours of the service being completed.

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