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I'm Kate

A cat sitter in Alameda, CA

4.95/5.00
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20 REVIEWS

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I'm Kate | Cat Sitting in Alameda, CA

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

What I enjoy most is getting to know each cat’s unique personalities. Every cat has their own quirks (whether it be frequent zoomies, nonstop head-buts, or enjoying quiet companionship), and I love earning their trust and seeing them feel comfortable around me. It’s very rewarding to know I can give them care and affection while giving their owners peace of mind.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! I have one cat, Ellie, who is 11 years old and has some health problems. She has hyperthyroidism which requires consistent topical medication as well as a neurological disorder that requires additional medication. She’s my best friend and we’ve been together on our own for years. I have booked many cat sitters before but she doesn’t do well with them, so I’ve learned to understand and respect what she needs and makes her feel comfortable.

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

I focus on patience and creating a calm environment. I avoid rushing interactions and let the kitty decide when they’re ready to engaged. I’ll also use slow movements, a soft voice, and avoid overwhelming them with direct eye contact. Sometimes just sitting nearby and letting them get used to my presence helps build trust. I also pay close attention to their body language so I can adjust my approach. Over time, they usually begin to feel safe and comfortable as long as I respect their boundaries

Kate's Reviews

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Shawna

Shawna

Kate was amazing! My normal cat sitter had to cancel at the last minute, and I was a bit nervous booking someone without a meet & greet. I should not have been worried, Kate was so good with my cats, and they are not the easiest cats to sit for! She made sure one was given her pill daily, she cleaned up after an unfortunate accident, and she was very communicative. I would 100% recommend Kate!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 7, 2025
Emilia

Emilia

Kate was absolutely wonderful with Ruby — you can tell she genuinely loves cats. She took great care of her and even handled an unexpected ant infestation while I was away. I really appreciated that she still made the effort to visit Ruby right after having a bike accident herself. I’m leaving 4 stars only because I didn’t receive an update on one of the days, but Kate explained it was due to a connection issue, apologized sincerely, and reassured me it wouldn’t happen again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Dea

Dea

Kate is amazing. I have two cats, and one of them is extremely shy and timid with new people — it can take her a long time to warm up. Within just a few visits, my cat was cozy with Kate! She took amazing care of my cats, sent me very cute photos, and I could tell they were happy when I returned home.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 20, 2025
Erin

Erin

Kate was excellent! She was very thorough & got my shy kitties comfortable with her after just a couple visits (including one of them taking a pill). Would definitely recommend her to others :)

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 21, 2025
Aaishika

Aaishika

Louis was really happy to have Kate as his sitter! She is extremely caring and accommodated all of Louis’ demands pretty well, including a lot of patio time! Highly recommend Kate and will 100% have her again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Valeria

Valeria

Kate was amazing. I had to find a sitter last minute and she was super flexible and available. Pepe loved her!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 19, 2025
Heather

Heather

Kate provided prompt communication and plentiful pics of all of our fur babies. All kitties were chill and content when we returned home, and the house was in good order. We're looking forward to having Kate look after our bunch the next time we need to leave town.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
November 11, 2025
Kathy

Kathy

Kate was very reliable and kept us informed about Cali. We know that Kate and Cali will work well together. Cali has trust issues and Kate was able to get photos so we could see her well-being. Thank you, Kate.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 2, 2025
Heather

Heather

Our kitties love Kate, and even our super shy kitty who mostly hides under the bed when we're gone came out to say Hi to Kate. We all hope she's available the next time we need a sitter.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
This month
Jordan

Jordan

Kate is awesome! She is very kind, timely, responsive, and took great care of our sweet kitty while we were away!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 3, 2025
Dea

Dea

Kate is the best and my kitties love her!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
This month
Ben

Ben

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
This month
Kathy

Kathy

Kate is very thourough and excellent with her duties. Cali is warming up to her and she is usually very shy. Thank you, Kate.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Bill

Bill

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 1, 2025
Michelle

Michelle

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 28, 2025
Dea

Dea

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 26, 2025
Dea

Dea

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 4, 2025
Mark

Mark

Kate is one of the most dependable people I know. She’s kind, responsible, and great with cats. Our cats always seemed happy and well-cared for when she was around. If you want someone trustworthy to look after your cat, Kate’s the one.

September 10, 2025
Angie

Angie

Kate is wonderful with cats: reliable, caring, and attentive. My kitty adored her, and I felt completely at ease while I was away.

September 10, 2025
Meowtel

Meowtel

Kate is a background-checked cat sitter in the Alameda area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

September 10, 2025

Kate's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $31.75 / 20min $48.20 / 45min $62.20 / 60min
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Kate's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $32.65 / 20min $48.85 / 45min $62.20 / 60min
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Kate's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Bike
  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our Meowtel Protection Plan in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alameda cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $38.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

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