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Gainesville's most trusted in-home cat care, from historic Duck Pond and Haile Plantation to Millhopper, Tower Road, and the University of Florida's Home of the Gators in Alachua County. Florida cat care backed by $20K vet coverage.

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Cat care services in Gainesville

Cat Boarding

Your cat stays in a verified Gainesville home in Haile Plantation or Duck Pond — calm, comfortable, and cage-free.

House Sitting

A sitter stays in your Gainesville home so your cat never leaves their familiar environment. Ideal for Alachua County cats who prefer home comforts.

Drop-In Visits

30-minute check-ins for feeding, litter, and play. Perfect for independent Gainesville cats who prefer their own Haile Plantation or Millhopper home.

Available cat sitters in Gainesville

Discover verified sitters in Downtown Gainesville, Haile Plantation, Duck Pond and more

Cat-friendly spots in Gainesville

Local destinations Gainesville cat owners love

Alachua County Humane Society

Alachua County animal welfare organization providing adoption, rescue, and community resources for Gainesville and North Central Florida cat owners.

Millhopper Veterinary Medical Center

Established Gainesville veterinary practice in the Millhopper area providing comprehensive cat care for Alachua County residents.

PetSmart Gainesville

Full-service pet retailer in Gainesville with cat food, litter, enrichment toys, and grooming services for Alachua County cats.

Haile Plantation Veterinary Clinic

Neighborhood veterinary clinic in the Haile Plantation area providing cat wellness and preventive care for southwest Gainesville cat owners.

Frequently asked questions about cat sitters in Gainesville

Everything you need to know before booking a cat sitter

Gainesville cat sitters typically charge $19–$36 per night for boarding, $8–$14 for drop-in visits, and $43–$70 per day for house sitting. Great value in Alachua County.
Yes. House sitting and drop-in visits mean your cat never has to leave their comfortable Gainesville home.
Petme has cat sitters across Downtown, Haile Plantation, Duck Pond, Millhopper, Tower Road, and into Newberry, Archer, and the Alachua County communities.
Every Petme booking includes the Protection Plan with up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage — peace of mind for every Gainesville cat owner.
Yes. Petme has sitters throughout the Duck Pond, Suburban Heights, and University area neighborhoods surrounding the UF campus.

Cat sitting in Gainesville, FL

Gainesville is Home of the Gators — a University of Florida city in Alachua County with a large cat-owning community across Haile Plantation, Duck Pond, Millhopper, and the Tower Road neighborhoods.

Petme connects Gainesville cat owners with local sitters who offer boarding, house sitting, and drop-in visits with zero booking fees.

Whether your cat is social or prefers quiet in-home care, Gainesville sitters provide personalized attention in the right environment.

Cage-free boarding and in-home care options
Coverage across Gainesville and Alachua County
Same-day booking available
Average sitter rating: 4.9 out of 5
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Dog Walking$15 – $30/walk
Drop-In Visit$15 – $25/visit
Boarding$35 – $75/night
House Sitting$45 – $85/night
Day Care$25 – $50/day

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