I'm Bones
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Bones is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Bones
Cat Sitting in Costa Mesa, CA
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I’ve had cats my whole life, and they’ve taught me so much, especially my childhood cat, who had kidney issues and needed special care. I’m comfortable handling medical needs and giving cats the attention they deserve. Right now, I have four unique kitties: Hennessy, the cuddle queen who makes you work for her love; Bear, her sister, who only accepts affection on her terms; Joker, my adventurous boy and best buddy who loves the outdoors; and Harley, his timid but fierce sister who’s also an explorer at heart. Every cat is different, and I truly love learning and caring for them all.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I know how important your cat is. They’re not just a pet, they’re family. That’s why I love getting to know every cat’s unique personality, quirks, and preferences. Whether your kitty is playful, shy, cuddly, or independent, I want to make sure they feel comfortable and safe in my care. I always ask about your daily routine so I can stick as closely to it as possible: mealtimes, playtime, nap spots, and even the little habits that make your cat feel secure. Keeping your cat’s world familiar and stress-free while you’re away is my top priority, because their happiness matters!
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
Your cat’s safety is extremely important. When caring for cats in their own home, I make sure all doors and windows are securely closed, keep harmful items like cords, plants, or small objects out of reach, and ensure their environment stays calm and familiar. I double-check litter boxes, food and water bowls, and any favorite hiding spots to make sure your kitty is comfortable and secure. I’m also careful with any routines or rules you set, like keeping them indoors or away from certain rooms. My goal is to make your cat feel safe, relaxed, and totally at home while you are away.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Bones is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Khoi
December 8, 2025
Bones did a great job taking care of my cats once again! It's only their second time seeing her but they're already warming up to her and enjoying her company. My feeding instructions are pretty complicated but she always makes sure they're fed correctly and ensures they don't eat each other's food. She kept them company afterwards and gave me peace of mind while I was away. Bones always does an amazing job and I would recommend her for any cat sitting needs!
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Kenneth
November 30, 2025
Bones was great with our cat! He warmed up to her immediately following our departure and he ran to greet her at the door everyday. She played with him and gave him lots of love and pets while we gone along with making sure he always had food and plenty of water. she shared photos with us and let us know when he was a bit mischievous and got into the q-tips which she cleaned up and disposed of. We would definitely invite Bones back to watch our furry family member on our next trip. We highly recommend.
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Khoi
November 9, 2025
Bones did such a great job looking after my cats and gave me absolute peace of mind while I was away! We did an initial meet and greet session where I was able to go over each cat's individual needs and quirks. Her experience with cats was immediate obvious as she was incredibly patient with my two boys, and they quickly warmed up to her. On the day where I wasn't home, Bones came by, followed my ridiculously long feeding instructions, and gave my cats attention and enrichment. I was able to enjoy my time away without having to worry if my cats were bored or lonely. Bones is also just a nice person who is very easy to talk to, and I will definitely be looking to have her back for future visits. If you're lucky enough to be nearby, don't hesitate to have Bones look after your cats! You will not regret it ☺️
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David
October 3, 2025
If you have any reservations or experience anxiety when leaving your pets home alone, Bones is the answer. I would have been happy with her feeding them while they hide each day, but instead I was sent a video of them crawling on her and purring like they were on vacation too. When it comes to caring for animals and winning their hearts over, Bones has a little something called “it”. We can’t wait to book another reservation with her!
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Kenneth
February 23, 2026
Bones is our go to cat sitter. Our cat instantly took to Bones and is always so excited to see her. We appreciate Bones and her knack for taking good care of our furry family member while we are out.
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David
November 3, 2025
Bones was great. She was very professional and punctual. She and my cats connected very quickly. We will hire her again.
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Bones's is 15%
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
Bones's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Bones's is 10%
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
Bones's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Labor Day is coming up soon (September 7th, 2026)
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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.
Costa Mesa cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $35.00. 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
Khoi
December 8, 2025
Bones did a great job taking care of my cats once again! It's only their second time seeing her but they're already warming up to her and enjoying her company. My feeding instructions are pretty complicated but she always makes sure they're fed correctly and ensures they don't eat each other's food. She kept them company afterwards and gave me peace of mind while I was away. Bones always does an amazing job and I would recommend her for any cat sitting needs!
Kenneth
November 30, 2025
Bones was great with our cat! He warmed up to her immediately following our departure and he ran to greet her at the door everyday. She played with him and gave him lots of love and pets while we gone along with making sure he always had food and plenty of water. she shared photos with us and let us know when he was a bit mischievous and got into the q-tips which she cleaned up and disposed of. We would definitely invite Bones back to watch our furry family member on our next trip. We highly recommend.
Khoi
November 9, 2025
Bones did such a great job looking after my cats and gave me absolute peace of mind while I was away! We did an initial meet and greet session where I was able to go over each cat's individual needs and quirks. Her experience with cats was immediate obvious as she was incredibly patient with my two boys, and they quickly warmed up to her. On the day where I wasn't home, Bones came by, followed my ridiculously long feeding instructions, and gave my cats attention and enrichment. I was able to enjoy my time away without having to worry if my cats were bored or lonely. Bones is also just a nice person who is very easy to talk to, and I will definitely be looking to have her back for future visits. If you're lucky enough to be nearby, don't hesitate to have Bones look after your cats! You will not regret it ☺️
David
October 3, 2025
If you have any reservations or experience anxiety when leaving your pets home alone, Bones is the answer. I would have been happy with her feeding them while they hide each day, but instead I was sent a video of them crawling on her and purring like they were on vacation too. When it comes to caring for animals and winning their hearts over, Bones has a little something called “it”. We can’t wait to book another reservation with her!
Kenneth
February 23, 2026
Bones is our go to cat sitter. Our cat instantly took to Bones and is always so excited to see her. We appreciate Bones and her knack for taking good care of our furry family member while we are out.
David
November 3, 2025
Bones was great. She was very professional and punctual. She and my cats connected very quickly. We will hire her again.
Kenneth
April 7, 2026
Our cat Scooter gets so excited to see Bones anytime we are out of town. Bones takes excellent care of him which helps us have less anxiety about our furry family member while we are away. Bones is always punctual, communicative, and an excellent cat sitter. She is our go to cat sitter!
David
April 13, 2026
Bones is fantastic. Very attentive and great with our cats. I would give 6 stars if I could. Will definitely book her again.
Kenneth
March 8, 2026
David
February 24, 2026
2nd time with Bones. She is fantastic. Really attentive with both our cats. Will book again.
David
December 15, 2025
Bones is great. 5 stars. Very gentile with our cats (2) Great communication with us. Will definitely hire again.
David
December 1, 2025
Bones was great with our 2 cats. She was attentive and courteous. 5 stars. This was our 2 nd time with her and we will use again.
Kali
July 31, 2025
Bones is truly an amazing cat caretaker and an all-around wonderful person. Her goth alternative style adds a fun, unique flair that perfectly matches her warm, compassionate nature. She has a deep love for animals that shines through in everything she does. What really sets Bones apart is how attentive and understanding she is, not just with cats, but with people too. She listens carefully, respects boundaries, and approaches every situation with empathy and kindness. Whether it’s the quirkiest cat behavior or a tricky life challenge, Bones is always there with patience and genuine care. Her ability to connect with cats on their terms shows how much heart she puts into her caregiving. She’s thoughtful, mindful, and never rushes, giving every kitty the love and attention they deserve. Beyond being an exceptional sitter, Bones is just a fantastic person to know: fun, reliable, and wonderfully authentic. Anyone lucky enough to have her in their life or care for their pets is truly touched. Bones isn’t just a cat caretaker, she’s a bright light of kindness and understanding.
Molly
July 31, 2025
If I ever need a cat sitter again, I would hire Bones without hesitation. She is, without a doubt, the most thoughtful, mindful, caring, and compassionate person I’ve ever seen when it comes to animals. Watching her interact with my cat Damion showed me just how deeply she cares, not just about feeding and basic care, but about truly understanding and responding to a cat’s emotional needs. Bones has an incredible ability to tune into a cat’s feelings and behavior, making sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable, even in unfamiliar situations. She’s patient and gentle, always going the extra mile to offer affection and attention on the cat’s terms. Her presence instantly brings calm and reassurance, which is priceless when your furry friend is anxious or unsettled. I have complete trust in Bones because I’ve seen firsthand how attentive and loving she is. She treats every cat as if they were her own, with kindness and respect. For any future cat babysitting needs, I wouldn’t think twice, Bones is the absolute best, and my cats are lucky to have someone so wonderful caring for them.
Meowtel
July 31, 2025
Bones is a background-checked cat sitter in the Costa Mesa area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)