Petme · Cat sitting · University District, Seattle
Find a vetted cat sitter in University District, Seattle
0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. $22,000 Protection Plan. $21–$35 per visit in University District.
UW campus core, faculty + grad-student sitters, Burke-Gilman south edge. Walks revolve around University of Washington campus and Burke-Gilman Trail. Cats stress less at home. Petme cat sitters in University District come to your apartment for drop-in visits, feed and water, scoop the litter, refresh the play, and send a photo update. Twice-daily visits are the standard cat-sitting pattern in Seattle; full house sitting is the upgrade for cats with separation anxiety or complex medical needs.
Find a cat sitter in University District0% owner fee + cashback
$59better off on Petme
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
0%
Owner service fee in University District
$22,000
Protection Plan per booking
$21–$35
Per drop-in visit
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating
Verified pet sitters in University District
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
Darlayna
From $30
Availability confirmed 10d ago
available for last minute bookings!
Naomi
From $20
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Hello! this is Naomi I promise to take care and love your pets, I’m a pet lover I believe that pets are really important in our lives. I have a baby myself he is a Siamese cat his name is coco.
Mary Burke
From $25
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Hi, I’m Mary! I have so much love for animals and have had pets all my life. I would treat every pet in my care with the same patience, attention, and affection that I give my own. I’m so excited to g
Chris
From $25
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Looking forward to meeting you and your fur baby(s)!
Kaitlyn Harrop
From $20
Availability confirmed 7d ago
proud pet parent and animal lover!
Alyssa Hughes
From $30
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Compassionate care when you’re not there!
Alisha
From $25
Availability confirmed 9d ago
I recently completed my masters degree and have a ton more free time. I would love to help you take care of your pets during your busy schedule!
Caitlyn Boylan
From $25
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Active Duty Navy. I work over in the Bangor base as a cook! Love talking nutrition, care, and anything to do with our furry friends! I've had 6 dogs. Most at one time was 5. Im 21 and married to anot
Jaz
From $15
Availability confirmed 6d ago
relax, its done.
About University District
Cat sitting in University District, what it actually looks like
The U-District is the University of Washington neighborhood, anchored by the campus itself (whose grounds are dog-friendly on-leash on most paths) and University Village shopping center to the east. Mix of student walk-ups, faculty single-family homes, and newer light-rail-station condo developments. Burke-Gilman Trail runs along the south edge.
U-District sitters skew UW-affiliated: graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and university staff fill the ranks. Summer term and winter break create flex availability windows. Breed mix tracks the broader Ravenna/Wallingford pattern with strong rescue and Aussie/Border-Collie presence.
Where cat sitters work in University District
Petme cat sitters in University District know the local routes. Top spots: University of Washington campus, Burke-Gilman Trail, Ravenna Park (north), University Village.
Breeds in the University District booking mix
The most-booked breeds across University District on Petme right now: Labrador, Goldendoodle, rescue mix. Filter by breed when searching.
The cashback maths
What 5 drop-in visits in University District actually cost
Worked example at the University District median rate ($28 per visit, source: Petme telemetry, May 2026). The sitter sets the same rate either way; the difference is what each platform stacks on top.
| Line item | Petme | Typical platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Sitter rate (5 × $28) | $140 | $140 |
| Pet-owner service fee (~11%) | $0 | ~$15 |
| Cashback earned | −$4 | n/a |
| Effective cost | $136 | $155 |
$22,000 Protection Plan is included in the Petme price. Competitors charge separately or cap medical reimbursement.
How it works
Find a University District cat sitter in three steps
Search University District
Pick your dates, browse verified Petme cat sitters in University District. Read profiles, reviews, breed experience, and house rules before reaching out.
Meet in person
Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, walk them past the doorman or building staff, confirm routines and medical needs.
Book + earn cashback
Confirm in-app, sitter is notified instantly, $22,000 Protection Plan kicks in immediately, and cashback on every booking lands in your Petme balance when the booking ends.
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House Sitting
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Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in University District, Seattle
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about cat sitting in University District
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