I'm Chelsea

Chelsea Chats With Your Cats

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

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 July!

🌟 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...
📢 ANNOUNCEMENTS 📢
My calendar is now open through the end of July!

🌟 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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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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Lindsay

Lindsay

September 1, 2025

Chelsea was amazing, she came for a pre-visit key pickup to meet kitty, was great with communicating the whole time and sent lots of photos!! She showed updates on the food, litter, even got some cuddle time in with our shy little kitty :’)

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Chelsea

Thank you Lindsay! 🥰 I'm so glad your timid girl warmed up to me and was ready for some cuddle time on my lap! 😻 I hope to sit for you again in the future! 🫶🏼

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Madalynn

Madalynn

August 10, 2025

Chelsea was the first cat sitter I ever used on this app, but I really don't imagine ever using anyone else. Unless she ends up being booked and busy like she deserves. She was so great and attentive with my cats needs. When my cat needed medicine and was being difficult, she stayed over time to make sure the meds were administered. She sent me all the videos and photos she could of my very camera shy girl. She messaged me with tons updates during her visits. She provided my cats with lots of comfort and love. And when my flight home got delayed, she allowed me to extend her visits so that my cat would have someone to check on her. Believe me when I say your cats are in great hands when you pick Chelsea.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Chelsea

Madalynn! Thank you so much for such a kind review, this legitimately made me tear up. 🥹 Thank you for your trust, and I look forward to future visits with your sweet shy girl! 🥰

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Melissa

Melissa

August 8, 2025

Professional and thorough! While I traveled, Chelsea gave updates on everything I needed to know to assure me that my fluffy friend was well cared for. She sent videos of him during each visit so I got to hear his chirps and purrs every day, and she updated me on his eating and litter habits daily. This was the best cat sitting experience I’ve had yet! I will definitely be booking with Chelsea again for my future travels!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Chelsea

Thank you so much, Melissa! I definitely fell in love with your sweet fluffy guy during my time taking care of him! 😻 I absolutely look forward to the next time I can hear his cute chirps and purrs. 🫶🏼

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Isaac

Isaac

August 5, 2025

Chelsea was amazing with the cats! I'm usually worried leaving them alone especially with one being a little wobbly, but she was on top of everything like an expert! She even fixed the ice machine in the fridge after it wasn't dispensing any ice!

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Response from Chelsea

Thank you so much, Isaac! 🥰 I absolutely adored your sweet babies, especially his precious wobbles. I'm glad I could figure out the ice too, so they could have cold water each day! 🧊

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Tina

Tina

September 26, 2025

Everything went great! Got plenty of pics and videos and came home to a happy and healthy kitty :)

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$26.00 / 20min
$42.00 / 45min
$58.00 / 60min
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Drop in visits rates

$25.50 / 20min
$41.50 / 45min
$55.00 / 60min
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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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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 $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!

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