I'm Rachael
Rachael
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Rachael is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Rachael
Cat Sitting in Chandler, AZ
I've had cats and loved cats my whole life. Some of my earliest memories are of fun times with cats. As a little girl through my teen years, I cared for barn cats and kittens..... I know how important it is to have the peace of mind that your furry family members are well cared for when you're away. When I cat sit, I strive to make kitties comfortable and happy, respecting and catering to each unique personality. My schedule is flexible so I am usually able to follow a cat's daily routine, hopefully minimizing any stress of their family being away.
I've had cats and loved cats my whole life. Some of my earliest memories are of fun times with cats. As a little girl through my teen years, I cared for barn cats and kittens... LOTS of them! Of course they all had different personalities, different likes and dislikes. I had a lot of practice becoming in tune with and accommodating to all their different needs. Along with lots of love, play, cuddles, care and attention, I did have to administer medicines. I learned a lot and established a strong foundation of cat knowledge. Those early experiences shaped and influenced my life-long love of caring for cats.
I live in Chandler but I can travel to other towns. I am able to do overnight stays. I am able to care for cats of all ages and am comfortable administering medications. I am happy to accommodate any special requirements your kitties may need.
I will give my loving care to your cats as if they were my own. It would be my honor to sit for your cat(s).
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have 3 cats. Their names are Addi, Tom and Alice. Addi is my 17 year old, beautiful orange with white long hair cat. She has always been a spicy diva and is very vocal. Tom and Alice are 3 year old brother and sister. They are so sweet and such good kitties. They are more shy than Addi, especially Alice, but they love to play and get their cuddle time in. They all really come alive at night! I adore all 3 of them!
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
Safety and security are a very important top priority to me. I take the utmost care to follow Cat Parents' instructions precisely! I pay great attention to detail and I know how kitties think!
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am usually available on Holidays. My family in Arizona is pretty small and we keep our Holidays simple and flexible. We typically plan our get togethers around each other's schedules.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I enter the kitties home centered with my calm, kind energy. Moving slowly, I would try different things to see what kitty likes, such as playing with a toy, speaking softly, holding my hand out for a sniff, offering an approved treat, or simply just sit still and quiet on the floor and give kitty time and space. I am very patient and never push or rush the kitty. The cat gets to decide on his/her own terms when or if he/she will engage.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Rachael is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Jessica
March 7, 2026
Rachael was fantastic! She was responsive, reliable, and communicative at each step along the way. She hit it off well with my cat August at the meet and greet, and her updates while I was away were delightful: full of funny pictures and updates about the goofy things that August was doing. when I returned home, August was very relaxed and I could tell he has been in very good company while I was away. I will definitely call Rachael the next time I need someone to watch my boy. Thank you Rachael!
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Jessica
March 16, 2026
I asked Rachael to come back for a second visit and she once again was excellent at taking care of my boy and of my place. She helped me collect a package and closed up the house so we could turn on the AC as temps climbed while I was out. Rachael takes care of things as if they are her own, which is so appreciated. I'll definitely book with Rachael again!
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Denise
March 15, 2026
Rachael made being away from my diabetic cat possible. She was so kind and loving to my cats. Her detailed daily communication and pictures were amazing! My cats clearly absolutely adored her! She maintained the medication schedule perfectly and communicated so clearly. We are so grateful for her help!
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Chris
December 29, 2025
Having Rachael look after our Peanut was so perfect and stress free. She handled all of Peanut's specific needs, learned the way Peanut liked to play and do things in just one visit, and even went above and beyond by getting Peanut a new toy (now a favorite) as a Christmas present. Highly recommend her, as Rachael will be one of our goto sitters in the future as well!
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Natalie
December 30, 2025
Rachael was AMAZING!! She made everything so easy. She sent so many pictures every day and gave me as many updates as I needed to feel comfortable! The cats were barely even bothered when I actually got home from my trip. And Rachael checked in with me to make sure I made it home safe too. It was our first time leaving the cats with someone from Meowtel and I will 1000% do it again with Rachael!!!!!
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Jeffrey
October 27, 2025
Rachael was great. she even took cat dish under bed to make sure our cat was happy and sent lots of photos letting us know peeks was in good hands. thank you again.
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Rachael's is 35%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Rachael's holiday surcharge is 35%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Rachael's is 35%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Rachael's holiday surcharge is 35%.
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If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
- More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
- 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
- Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.
All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.
Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.
If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.
Chandler cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $25.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.
Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.
Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Jessica
March 7, 2026
Rachael was fantastic! She was responsive, reliable, and communicative at each step along the way. She hit it off well with my cat August at the meet and greet, and her updates while I was away were delightful: full of funny pictures and updates about the goofy things that August was doing. when I returned home, August was very relaxed and I could tell he has been in very good company while I was away. I will definitely call Rachael the next time I need someone to watch my boy. Thank you Rachael!
Jessica
March 16, 2026
I asked Rachael to come back for a second visit and she once again was excellent at taking care of my boy and of my place. She helped me collect a package and closed up the house so we could turn on the AC as temps climbed while I was out. Rachael takes care of things as if they are her own, which is so appreciated. I'll definitely book with Rachael again!
Denise
March 15, 2026
Rachael made being away from my diabetic cat possible. She was so kind and loving to my cats. Her detailed daily communication and pictures were amazing! My cats clearly absolutely adored her! She maintained the medication schedule perfectly and communicated so clearly. We are so grateful for her help!
Chris
December 29, 2025
Having Rachael look after our Peanut was so perfect and stress free. She handled all of Peanut's specific needs, learned the way Peanut liked to play and do things in just one visit, and even went above and beyond by getting Peanut a new toy (now a favorite) as a Christmas present. Highly recommend her, as Rachael will be one of our goto sitters in the future as well!
Natalie
December 30, 2025
Rachael was AMAZING!! She made everything so easy. She sent so many pictures every day and gave me as many updates as I needed to feel comfortable! The cats were barely even bothered when I actually got home from my trip. And Rachael checked in with me to make sure I made it home safe too. It was our first time leaving the cats with someone from Meowtel and I will 1000% do it again with Rachael!!!!!
Jeffrey
October 27, 2025
Rachael was great. she even took cat dish under bed to make sure our cat was happy and sent lots of photos letting us know peeks was in good hands. thank you again.
Brady
July 13, 2025
Rachael did a great job taking care of our three kitties for a week. One cat, Jelly Bean, requires special medication twice a day and Rachael was able to get her to partake with no problems. She sent frequent photos, provided the cats with some entertainment, and they were all happy and healthy when we returned.
Michele
September 5, 2025
I can’t recommend Rachael enough as a cat sitter! From the moment she arrived for the meet and great it was clear how much she cared for animals. My cat did not shy away and went up to greet her. She took the time to ask questions about my cat, his routine and expectations for his care. I received daily updates with great pictures that assured me things were going well. Upon coming home, my pet was relaxed and well taken care of, I will definitely be booking Rachael again!
Robert
July 13, 2025
Oh my gosh, where to begin? Rachael is experienced, kind, friendly and extremely helpful. She was always on time and left the cat areas of the house cleaner than they were before we left. Rachael's communication skills are excellent, we got our nightly update from her, always with great pictures of her interacting with the cats. I hope she's with Meowtel for a long time, because we'll definitely be looking for her next time we take a long trip.
Ashley
This month
Rachael watched our two boys for 2 weeks and she was absolutely amazing! We felt so comfortable knowing she was checking in on them everyday and giving them so much love and playtime. She gave awesome updates and pictures daily and it made our trip out of the country so much easier. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better, it was such a relief coming home to two happy healthy kitties! I would ask Rachael to watch them again a million times over!!
Melissa
August 26, 2025
Rachael was absolutely amazing with my boys! my older guy didn't want to eat but she tried a bunch of different foods and tricks to get him to eat and he was eating just fine for the rest of the trip! I would definitely recommend her and will be booking her again!!!
Stephanie
October 26, 2025
Rachael was amazing! She kept daily contact with pictures and would go above and beyond for our kitties! 10/10 stars 🌟
Maxwell
June 23, 2025
Rachael is absolutely amazing! I am a veterinarian and sometimes very picky about who I find to watch my kitties since they have lots of specific needs and medications each day. Rachael went above and beyond to make sure they got the best care while I was away! Her updates and pictures were always wonderful and I will definitely be reaching out to Rachael in the future!
Morissa
June 22, 2025
Words can't express how wonderful this experience was. Caring, attentive,considerate, communicative. I came home and my house was cleaner then when I left it. Extremely pleased can't say enough. I will be booking with Rachael again. It was wonderful to be at ease while I was away. Phenomenal would be the appropriate word.
Jessica
This month
Kevin
This month
Rachael was wonderful, a real cat lover!
Jonathan
November 14, 2025
Jeanne
October 10, 2025
Jonathan
October 5, 2025
Jonathan
October 1, 2025
Maxwell
September 11, 2025
Maxwell
September 11, 2025
Nicole
August 11, 2025
Racael is amazing. She went out of her way to make my grumpy cat happy and sent great pictures and updates.
Lona
May 27, 2025
Rachael is a very caring and loving person who has a heart for God's four legged creatures.
Lisa
May 27, 2025
Rachael is reliable and trustworthy. As a pet lover, you can rest assured that Rachael will take care of your pet's needs. She will always be there when she is expected, and she will love your pet and treat them with kindness. I highly recommend Rachael to be your preferred pet-sitter.
Meowtel
May 27, 2025
Rachael is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chandler area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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