I'm Melissa
Melissa The Musical Cat Mom
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Melissa is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Melissa
Cat Sitting in Tucson, AZ
I am ready to provide the services that your cat needs, be it a quick drop in, a few hours of extended care, or an overnight stay... Hi! Iām Melissa and cats are one of my greatest joys in life. I have three kitties of my own - š Alice, Biscuit, and Beans šāā¬ - and have cared for pets since my childhood. Living in a multi-cat household, I am sensitive to the unique personalities, needs, and boundaries of each cat, and I canāt wait to meet yours!
I am ready to provide the services that your cat needs, be it a quick drop in, a few hours of extended care, or an overnight stay. I am equipped to administer oral and topical medications, and more than happy to provide play time, brushes, and plenty of pictures for your piece of mind.
Outside of cat sitting, I am a professional clarinetist and a new member of the Tucson Symphony! I have been playing since I was 12 years old, and chose the clarinet because of SpongeBob SquarePants, not knowing that it would turn into my greatest passion. My work requires a high level of attention to detail, focus, and reliability, and you can rest assured that I will bring these same qualities into caring for your pet. I am new to the city of Tucson and looking to become a part of the cat sitting community, and my schedule with the symphony leaves me a lot of flexibility to do so!
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Itās hard on cats when their owner is away. Whenever Iām traveling or out of town, my cats definitely feel down. I love cat sitting because I can be there for these animals during a hard time, and help improve their day, even if only in a small way.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have three cats. Alice (15), is our elderly lady. She is very shy and anxious, but when she trusts you, she is the sweetest angel. Biscuit and Beanie (3) are brothers, and best buds. Biscuit is my shadow, always by my side, I call him my assistant because he loves to sleep next to me while I practice! And Beanie is my special boy, heās zippy and wild and vocal and so much fun to be around.
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am typically available for most holidays other than Thanksgiving and Christmas.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
My cat Alice is particularly timid and anxious, she has some trauma from a previous owner. She enjoys being loved from afar. Iāve learned a lot from being her owner, that many cats have boundaries and need to be cared for in a unique way. Itās so important to give anxious cats space to feel safe and never rush interaction.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Melissa is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Dawn
August 30, 2026
We are very happy that we had Melissa as our Cat Sitter. She gave Sofia so much one on one attention during her visits! Melissa is very responsible and did not hesitate to communicate any concerns. She made me feel comfortable knowing that my beloved cat would be safe and secure. Melissa is a caring and kind person and also takes fabulous photos!!! ā¤ļø We would not hesitate to have her be Sofiaās Catsitter again. Sofia missed Melissa as she looked for her to come through the front the first couple of days we returned!
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Kathryn
August 21, 2026
Melissa is the best. Careful, considerate, follows complex instructions easily and exactly, asks all the right questions, anticipates issues and offers suggestions for resolution, and stays in very frequent contact. I could not recommend her more highly.
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Jenipher
September 8, 2026
It was my first time booking Melissaās cat sitting service, and Iām very happy with it. There were some concerns about my catsā care, and she was very understanding and flexible about it. She sent lots of pics and updates every visit. She is awesome and definitely will book her cat sitting services again!
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Tom
August 25, 2026
Ralph did not register any complaints, although I can't really be sure of that since all he does is complain. Nevertheless, he was happy and healthy when I got back to him, so muchas gracias
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Tom
July 24, 2026
Melissa was punctual, professional and perfectly okay with Ralph. We would not hesitate to ask for her help again.
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Meowtel
June 13, 2026
Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Tucson area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Melissa's is 30%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Melissa's holiday surcharge is 30%.
Schedule Constraints
During the Tucson Symphony season (mid September-mid May), I typically have evening rehearsals, Tuesday-Friday, and will be unavailable 6-10pm. During the summer, my schedule is super flexible!
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Tucson cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $27.00. 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!
Rating breakdown
Dawn
August 30, 2026
We are very happy that we had Melissa as our Cat Sitter. She gave Sofia so much one on one attention during her visits! Melissa is very responsible and did not hesitate to communicate any concerns. She made me feel comfortable knowing that my beloved cat would be safe and secure. Melissa is a caring and kind person and also takes fabulous photos!!! ā¤ļø We would not hesitate to have her be Sofiaās Catsitter again. Sofia missed Melissa as she looked for her to come through the front the first couple of days we returned!
Kathryn
August 21, 2026
Melissa is the best. Careful, considerate, follows complex instructions easily and exactly, asks all the right questions, anticipates issues and offers suggestions for resolution, and stays in very frequent contact. I could not recommend her more highly.
Jenipher
September 8, 2026
It was my first time booking Melissaās cat sitting service, and Iām very happy with it. There were some concerns about my catsā care, and she was very understanding and flexible about it. She sent lots of pics and updates every visit. She is awesome and definitely will book her cat sitting services again!
Tom
August 25, 2026
Ralph did not register any complaints, although I can't really be sure of that since all he does is complain. Nevertheless, he was happy and healthy when I got back to him, so muchas gracias
Tom
July 24, 2026
Melissa was punctual, professional and perfectly okay with Ralph. We would not hesitate to ask for her help again.
Meowtel
June 13, 2026
Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Tucson area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.