I'm Chelsea

Chelsea Chats With Your Cats

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58 Repeat clients
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Chelsea is experienced with 5 types of medications

Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers

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Chelsea Chats With Your Cats

I'm Chelsea

Cat Sitting in Tempe, AZ

📢 ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢
My calendar is now open through the end of December!
Availability is limited for Thanksgiving and Christmas week, so get your reservations in before I close those dates up! 🦃🎄

🌟 I work a few jobs, so please be sure to review my schedule constraints when booking. 🌟
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Have you ever seen the video on YouTube for "Why Cat's Are Better Than Dogs" by comedian Zoltan Kaszas? That's why cats are so special for me. 😊

🐈 I've been around and loved cats my whole life! I've volunteered with a few shelters, most recently with Kitt's Kitten Rescue, and adopted both my sweet boys from the same rescue. I have experience administering oral meds (liquid and pills), insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids, eye drops, and inhalers for asthmatic kitties...
📢 ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢
My calendar is now open through the end of December!
Availability is limited for Thanksgiving and Christmas week, so get your reservations in before I close those dates up! 🦃🎄

🌟 I work a few jobs, so please be sure to review my schedule constraints when booking. 🌟
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Have you ever seen the video on YouTube for "Why Cat's Are Better Than Dogs" by comedian Zoltan Kaszas? That's why cats are so special for me. 😊

🐈 I've been around and loved cats my whole life! I've volunteered with a few shelters, most recently with Kitt's Kitten Rescue, and adopted both my sweet boys from the same rescue. I have experience administering oral meds (liquid and pills), insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids, eye drops, and inhalers for asthmatic kitties.

💻 I have worked in tech for years in technical support, so I love troubleshooting things and problem solving. I've also been a Quality Assurance software tester, so my attention to detail is through the roof! I will be very mindful and observant of any slight changes in behavior with your fur babies while they're in my care, and notify you right away to ensure nothing is wrong.

📷 I love taking lots of videos and photos to share with you while you're away! I know how much I miss my two boys whenever I take trips, so I can appreciate how nice it is to get lots of cute content seeing your cat(s) are happy and relaxed until you return home to them.

🏠 I live in Tempe, but am willing to travel to Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Arcadia, and Phoenix.

🐈‍⬛️ There is nothing that brings me more joy than spending time with kitties. You remember that girl who got famous for her fake eHarmony video talking about how she loves cats and wants to hug all the cats? I finally felt heard when I saw that, until I found out it was fake. 😹

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQIA+ Friendly! My personal pronouns are she/her.

Learn More About Chelsea

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

Besides casually being the go-to cat sitter amongst friends and family for years, I have been cat sitting with Meowtel now since January 2021, and I absolutely adore it! There's nothing more special to me than being welcomed into a new family's home to meet and bond with their fur baby/babies. It's so fulfilling to have new clients become regular clients, to form my own special relationships over time with their cat(s). I would be honored to be your cat(s) new Auntie Chelsea! 😻

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two beautiful boys, Sirius and Remus. They're featured in my gallery of photos! The picture with two cats sitting side by side next to a scratching post, the brown tabby and mini black panther, those are my boys. 🥰 I adopted Remus in October 2019 when he was 2 months old, and Sirius in June 2020 when he was also 2 months old. They are my whole world, and I love them both so much!

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I'm always cautious when simply opening the door to enter the home, as I've had previous clients with kitties who will try to bolt out the door. Once I'm in, I immediately lock the door behind me, and do a quick scan of the living space (that we went over during the Meet & Greet) to ensure nothing looks awry. I then seek out the kitty, to ensure all is well and they're happy and healthy (even if they're a timid kitty and hiding). Once all tasks have been completed, and the duration of the visit is over, I do one more scan of the living space before leaving and locking up.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

The most important thing with timid kitties is making them feel safe, and allowing them to come to you. You never want to force yourself on a timid kitty. I typically will get as close as they'll allow before running, then get as low to the ground as possible (either sitting on the floor during the Meet & Greet, or fully laying on my stomach during the first visit). I'll extend one arm out to allow them to approach my hand to sniff it, when they're comfortable, and only speak very softly and positively to them while in the home until they're ready to approach me.


Medication Experience:

Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers

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Andrea

Andrea

This month

My 2 meowzers (including my very very shy girl with major separation anxiety) loved Chelsea and I’m so gratefu to have found her. She was very professional, followed instructions to the letter and actively communicated during every visit. Every visit she sent pictures of how she found them, what food was leftover, what she served for breakfast including medication, how much litter she scooped, any accidents or vomit found, and pictures of pets and scratches time which even my skiddish cat was willing to receive from her! She was very observant and her communication during and between was above and beyond. Thank you a million Chelsea!

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Response from Chelsea

Thank you so much for this glowing review, Andrea! 🙏🏼 It was absolutely my pleasure to care for your two meowzers while you were away. 😻😻 Such sweet girls! I can't wait to see them again this month!

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Rika

Rika

May 7, 2026

Chelsea is one of the best cat sitters I’ve ever had. She is incredibly professional, and her communication was always top notch. She sent frequent videos and photos throughout every visit, which gave me such peace of mind. Both of my cats required daily medication, and one has ongoing GI tract issues. Chelsea followed all care instructions with care and precision, never missing a beat. My cats also tend to take a while warming up to new people, but Chelsea won them over effortlessly. The cats loved her. What truly sets her apart is that she genuinely loves cats. That kind of authentic care is rare, and it shows in everything she does. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

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Response from Chelsea

Rika!! This is one of the kindest reviews I've ever received. 🥹 Thank you so much for trusting me with your precious babies! I was so glad to see them warming up to me little by little each visit. 🫶🏼

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Andrea

Andrea

This week

This was my second time having the good fortune of Chelsea taking care of my girls! They remembered her right away! She was so excellent and thorough, sending real time pictures and updates on everything like leftovers remaining, food given, medication administer, water levels, litter scooped, plus always pictures of how she finds the girls and their hang out time after chores :) My cats love her, including my very shy and skiddish one.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Chelsea

Thanks so much for the lovely review, Andrea! I so enjoyed my time with your girls again! And was thrilled that they immediately remembered me! 😻 I look forward to next time!

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Tiffany

Tiffany

August 17, 2026

Chelsea did great! She sent tons of updates and videos of my boys! She's also the "cat whisperer" as she got my shy boy to show her love on Day 1!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Chelsea

Thanks so much, Tiffany! 💕 I loved my time with your boys! And I was so pleased your shy boy warmed up to me right away! 😻 Looking forward to more time with them in the future! 🫶🏼

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Shelby

Shelby

December 29, 2025

Chelsea is the absolute best. Cat whisperer and lover, she took the time to bond with all three of my cats and had this connection that I never seem with a new person before. Even my shy and stubborn black cats were showing affection and excitement for her visits by the end. It was such a relief having such a kind wonderful person who took into account my cats different personalities that I didn't have to worry about meds being dispensed or them getting lonely. I cannot recommend her more!!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Chelsea

Thank you so much, Shelby! 🥹 I was so honored that your shy black babies warmed up to me, and loved your ginger boy's friendliness out the gate. 🥰 I'm already missing all three of them! 🫶🏼

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Dean

Dean

This month

Chelsea is the best! I can see why she only receives the highest ratings. She really knows how to relate to cats. My two cats she cared for are very timid; however, she was able to make them feel comfortable enough to come out of their shells and play with her. Chelsea also sends multiple photos and videos to help relieve any stress you may have leaving your cat(s) alone. I will definitely use her for all my cat sitting needs.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Chelsea

Thank you so much, Dean! 🥰 I was so pleased to have both your timid babies warm up to me so quickly. It always makes my heart so full when shy kitties trust me with love and pets! 😻

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$26.00 / 20min
$42.00 / 45min
$58.00 / 60min
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$41.50 / 45min
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Schedule Constraints

Times I'm *unavailable* due to my other jobs:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
Saturdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm *AND* from 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
Sundays from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.

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Trust & Safety

Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.

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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  • Jocelyn is a very fast-responding sitter in Phoenix with 100+ Meowtel reservations, 30 repeat clients, and a 5-star track record from 120+ reviews. They handle pills, eye and ear drops, ointments, plus injections, and they usually take weekend visits 😺

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  • Alyssa is a very fast-responding Sitter on Meowtel for 3+ years in Mesa, AZ, with 100+ reservations completed, 43 repeat clients, and 170+ five-star reviews. She welcomes new clients, offers overnight stays, and handles medications like injections, fluids, and inhalers 🐱

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  • Anna brings 4 years of cat-sitting experience, plus 20 years as a cat owner and care for 12+ cats. Based in Mesa, they’re a very fast responder with eye/ear drop and topical ointment skills, accept new clients, and have 2 repeat clients 🐾

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  • Laura in Tempe brings quick replies, overnight stays, and medication know-how, including pills, injections, diabetic care, fluids, and topical ointments. With 17 repeat clients and 50+ reservations, she cares for Jethro Gibbs and Sasuke with a patient, thoughtful touch 🐾.

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  • Chelsea is a popular Tempe sitter with 200+ five-star reviews, 58 repeat clients, and a very fast response time. She accepts new clients, offers a 12% discount, and usually takes weekend bookings. Medication skills cover pills, injections, fluids, and inhalers 😺

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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.

Tempe cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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