Jan’s Pet Sitting offers professional in-home cat sitting in San Mateo County including Belmont, Burlingame, Emerald Hills, Foster City, Redwood City, Redwood Shores, and San Carlos. We have served San Mateo County cat owners since 1996, more than 30 years. Jan is a is Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS), Fear Free Certified, and Pet Sitters International (PSI) member. Every cat sitting visit is performed by a background-checked employee (never an independent contractor), and we carry full liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage.
We know that cats thrive in their own environment. Our in-home visits keep your cat in familiar surroundings, on their regular schedule, reducing stress and keeping their routine intact while you’re away. Choose from 30-minute, 45-minute, or 60-minute visits, starting at $45 per visit.
Not sure if we serve your neighborhood? Call us at 650-341-6255 (voice calls only) or email info@janspetsitting.com and we’ll let you know right away.
What’s Included in Every Cat Sitting Visit
Every visit, regardless of length, includes the following:
- Security check of your home (doors, windows)
- Written report card and photo update sent after each visit
- Feeding and fresh water replenishment according to your cat’s routine
- Litter box cleaning and waste disposal
- Playtime and enrichment (interactive toys, attention, or quiet companionship — based on your cat’s personality)
- Mail and package retrieval
- Light Plant watering
- Medication administration at no additional charge: pills, oral medication, and eye drops. Our medication policy applies to cats that can be handled safely without showing aggression (hissing, biting, or scratching)
- Insulin administration available. Please discuss requirements well in advance of booking.
Cat Sitting Visit Options & Pricing
We offer three visit lengths to match your cat’s needs and your schedule. Visits start at $45 and include the full list of services below.
If you have a special care requirement, just ask — we’re happy to discuss your cat’s specific needs.
Holiday Rates
A holiday surcharge of $20.00 per visit applies on the following dates:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Easter
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day After Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Eve
Cats We Specialize In
Our team is experienced caring for cats with a wide range of needs. We proudly provide professional, attentive service for:
- Senior and geriatric cats requiring extra observation and gentle care
- Multi-cat households
- Cats requiring daily oral medication, eye drops, or other routine treatments, included at no extra charge*
- Cats requiring insulin injections.* Please contact us well in advance to discuss your cat’s needs.
- Shy, anxious, or skittish cats who benefit from a calm, patient approach
- Cats with special dietary needs or restricted feeding schedules
*Please note: Medication administration applies to cats that can be safely handled. If your cat shows signs of aggression (hissing, biting, or scratching) when medicated, please discuss this with us before booking so we can assess the situation together.
Why In-Home Cat Sitting is Best for Most Cats
Unlike dogs, most cats are territorial creatures who find travel and unfamiliar environments genuinely stressful. In-home cat sitting allows your cat to stay in the home they know, on the schedule they’re used to, visited by one of our trusted caregivers who is familiar with your cat and their routine.
Benefits of In-Home Cat Care
- Your cat stays in their calm, familiar surroundings
- Routine is maintained, with the same feeding and play times
- No exposure to unfamiliar animals
- Ideal for shy or anxious cats
- Home security check included
In-home cat sitting is also the only option that includes a security check of your home. This includes mail retrieval, doors, and windows at every single visit. Jan’s Pet Sitting has provided this peace of mind to Foster City and San Mateo County cat owners since 1996.
Our Professional Credentials
Jan’s Pet Sitting holds the following professional certifications and memberships:
- Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) — Pet Sitters International
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- Pet Sitters International (PSI) Member
- Jan is a former Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor, teaching professional courses for 20+ years
- Founding Member, Peninsula Professional Pet Sitters
- Fully bonded and insured, including workers’ compensation insurance
- All sitters are background-checked W-2 employees, never independent contractors
These credentials represent a commitment to professional standards that protects your cat, your home, and your peace of mind.
Client Feedback
Frequently Asked Questions: Cat Sitting
How much does cat sitting cost in San Mateo?
Cat sitting with Jan’s Pet Sitting starts at $45.00 per visit. We offer 30-minute, 45-minute, and 60-minute visit options to match your cat’s needs. A holiday surcharge of $20.00 per visit applies on major holidays. Medication administration (pills, oral medication, eye drops) is included at no additional charge.
What areas does Jan’s Pet Sitting serve?
We provide cat sitting services throughout San Mateo County, including Foster City, San Mateo, Belmont, San Carlos, Redwood Shores, Emerald Hills, and parts of Burlingame and Redwood City. Contact us at 650-341-6255 (voice calls only) if you’re unsure whether your neighborhood is in our service area.
What is included in a cat sitting visit?
Every visit includes a house security check, feeding and fresh water, litter box cleaning, playtime and enrichment, mail and package retrieval, light plant watering. We also send a written report card with photos to you after every visit. Medication administration is included at no extra charge.
Do you send daily photo updates?
Yes! We send a written report card and photos after each visit so you can see exactly how your cat is doing while you’re away.
Can you care for a cat that requires medication or insulin?
Yes. We administer pills, oral medications, and eye drops at no additional charge provided your cats can be handled safely without showing aggression (hissing, biting, or scratching). For cats requiring insulin injections, please contact us well in advance of your trip so we can discuss your cat’s specific protocol and ensure the right match with our team.
Are your cat sitters insured?
Yes. We carry full liability insurance, bonding, and worker’s compensation coverage. All sitters are background checked W-2 employees (not independent contractors).
How far in advance should I book cat sitting?
We recommend contacting us as early as possible, especially for holiday periods when demand is highest. That said, we will always do our best to accommodate last-minute requests. If you are a new client, Call 650-341-6255 (voice calls only) or email info@janspetsitting.com to check availability. Existing clients can request services through their online portal.
How does in-home cat sitting benefit my cat?
In-home cat sitting keeps your cat in their own home, on their own schedule, with zero exposure to unfamiliar animals or environments. Most cats, especially shy, senior, or routine-dependent cats, experience significantly less stress with in-home care.
Ready to Book Cat Sitting?
Jan’s Pet Sitting has been caring for San Mateo County cats since 1996. Our certified, insured, employee-based team is ready to meet your cat and discuss your needs.
Call us: 650-341-6255 (voice calls only)
Email: info@janspetsitting.com
Or use our online contact form to contact us.