Cat sitter

Your cat, your home,
your peace of mind.

Cat sitter available for live-in, drop-in, or boarding services.

About me

My name is Federica, I'm 45, and I am based near Rome, Italy. I have lived in Belgium and the United States. I have worked as an academic researcher, a musician, and a journalist. In recent years, I have mainly focused on reading/writing and crochet.

Experience

I have worked as a live-in cat sitter from New Zealand to California. I am listed on MindMyHouse, where you can see my profile and reviews. I have looked after one to three cats at a time; indoor and outdoor cats; cats with specific dietary needs; healthy cats and cats with medical conditions (blindness, diabetes requiring daily injections, etc.). Basic grooming (brushing, nail trimming, eye and ear cleaning).

How I work

Being a cat sitter isn't just about keeping the cat alive and the house standing. Your peace of mind matters just as much. A good sitter makes you feel at ease the whole time you're away, so you can actually enjoy your holiday.

I spend most of my time at home with the cat. This isn't a vacation for me – I'm happy to head out now and then, but the cat always comes first. I'm there for them, and for you. I take responsibility seriously, I'll reach out right away if anything comes up, and I'll send photos and videos as often as you'd like.

I'm discreet, mindful of water and electricity use, I sort recycling, and I leave the house clean.

What people say about me

Charlie
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely amazing cat sitter – highly recommended!August 2025

I can't speak highly enough of Federica as a cat & house sitter! She is vibrant, delightfully spirited and clearly loves cats. From the moment we met, I knew my Charlie would be in good hands. She was incredibly flexible with my travel plans, making sure there was a smooth handover before I left and when I returned—which really helped ease my mind. Throughout the month I was away, she sent me daily updates and adorable photos of my cat exploring the garden, snoozing and cuddling with her. It was so reassuring to see him happy, relaxed and clearly loving her company. Federica also managed to do the impossible—cut his nails! I usually struggle with this, but she handled it like a pro. The house was spotless when I returned and it was obvious she treated it—and my cat—with care and respect. Having her stay took away all my travel anxiety. I was able to actually enjoy my trip knowing my furry friend was in such safe and loving hands. If you're looking for someone responsible, fun and totally cat-obsessed, look no further!
Alice

Macchia
Federica is amazing!!!!!!April 2026

Federica was simply the best cat sitter we could have asked for! We have an older cat who is shy and she did not hide under the bed for the two weeks we were on vacation. We had never left her for this long and I was initially nervous but she did great with Federica. As Americans living in Italy, I really appreciated that Federica speaks English with me but she could use Italian in our small area (and with our vet) where not many people speak English. In fact, she speaks a lot of languages! She sent me a video every morning with an update, and she has a great sense of humor so they were always more interesting than a usual cat video. We also feed a stray cat outside and Federica did that too and the stray cat seems very happy. Federica left our home in excellent condition, very clean, and went above and beyond! She even washed the bedsheets and towels! She had to deal with some water intrusion into the house from an awful storm and handled it no problem. Also we lost power and she managed just fine. She left an hour before we arrived and sent us a video walk through with some great feedback. You can tell immediately that she takes this role very seriously and is very professional and friendly. I hope she can come back again! And I would heartily recommend her to anyone.
Erica

Postcards from the homes I've stayed in

Charlie
Charlie in Darlington, UK (August 2025)
Mia
Mia in London, UK (January 2026)
Betty Boo
Betty in New Zealand (March 2025)

Where I've sat

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