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I'm Sarscha
Cat Sitting in Duarte, CA
My abilities and confidence with senior and special needs cats sets me apart from regular sitters. I am c... G’day! I’m Sarscha and I’m originally from Australia, now living in the San Gabriel Valley. Currently, I am working and studying in Veterinary Medicine - I have more than 5 years experience with animal care duties & I absolutely adore cats!
My abilities and confidence with senior and special needs cats sets me apart from regular sitters. I am comfortable with all kinds of oral, injectable & topical medications - even with the fussiest of pets. I have a genuine passion for animal welfare and would care for your babies as if they are my own.
✨Don’t see your desired dates available? Please message me to see if we can work something out!✨I will be in Australia for the whole of July 2026
Learn More About Sarscha
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Getting to know each cat's personality & all of the kitty cuddles.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have 2 cats currently: Mochi, my 6year old grey gentleman and Penelope my 3 year old sassy orange princess. I often foster for rescues during kitten season, as well.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Your cat(s) will be much more comfortable being looked after in the comfort of their own home as opposed to being boarded! Boarding can cause a lot of stress and usually does not provide personalized, enriching care.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes. I save most of my vacation days for a once-a-year overseas holiday with my husband!
What is your favorite cat toy?
A brightly colored ribbon wand or catnip banana never fails to entertain my cats for hours on end!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
Patience. Lots and lots of it! Going slow is important to gain trust and having a fear-free approach as well.
Medication Experience:
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Sarscha is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Erica
This month
After moving to a new area, we scrambled to find a new overnight cat sitter for an unexpected out of town trip. We have four cats, three of which are all seniors with different medical conditions who need to be all given 4+ different medications and 4+ different specialty food. Thankfully we found Sarscha, and she graciously squeezed us in. Sarscha is everything you're looking for in a cat sitter--a genuine cat/animal lover who would treat your cats like the beloved babies they are, easily adaptable to your cats' routine and needs, can administer various medication methods, communicative, punctual, prompt, friendly, cleanly, and respectful of your space even without explicit request. We understand that it's impossible to expect someone else to take care of your feline babies exactly the way you do. But we were able to trust Sarscha completely with our cats. When we came home, everyone was healthy and spirited as well as our home, obviously treated with the same care. Thank you, Sarscha!
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James
January 5, 2026
Did an absolutely great job with my cat while I was out of town, including handling a health emergency, giving meds, etc. Communicated very well, I had no doubt that my cat was in good hands the entire time.
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Aries
May 21, 2025
The best Cat Sitter we have ever had! Sarscha is the real-life Cat whisperer! She, without a doubt, is the best sitter we have ever had. She has attention to detail and goes above and beyond our expectations! Our cat is diabetic and needs insulin twice daily, which made us search for someone with experience. Finding Sarscha, a vet tech herself, was worth joining meowtel. After meeting with her and talking about our cat's needs, she reassured us and made it easy to go on our first vacation in over a year and a half. She provided prompt and timely updates on how she did during each visit, provided us with photos and videos of our happy girl, and kept us up to date on how she was doing. Upon return, she even offered a log of her visit and how our girl did. What a relief to have someone so capable caring for your cat family. I recommend it to the highest level possible!
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Thank you so much Aries! Sookie has a special place in my heart. I’m so glad Meowtel brought us together!
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Megan
December 30, 2025
Sarscha is the best! This is my third time hiring Sarscha to watch my senior kitty while I travel. I trust her expertise and care so much. Having a senior cat means handling extra tasks like meds and the occasional accident. Sarscha handles all of this with so much grace and thoughtfulness! I’m so grateful to know my cat is in safe hands while I’m away.
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Eileen
December 14, 2025
Sarscha took amazing care of our cats on a week-long trip! Our cats loved her immediately and the quality of care and communication was top notch. We had a minor incident of one of the cats feeling a little sick, and Sarscha was super communicative and went above and beyond to resolve the issue. She's a caring and reliable professional and we'd love to work with her again. Thanks Sarscha! The cat photos were top tier as well. :)
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Mari
November 12, 2025
The best! Sarscha was an amazing caretaker for my Thomas! She really loves and understands cats. She was extremely communicative and friendly, and very diligent about following my cat’s care instructions, going above and beyond to buy him extra treats and toys! It was the longest trip I’d been away from my cat and I was worried about how he’d handle it, but he was in great spirits and healthy when I returned. It was a huge peace of mind having someone as responsible and caring as Sarscha taking care of him while I was away; she sends the best kitty candid photos and videos so I never had to wonder how he was doing. My house was also neat and tidy when I returned. Thank you, Sarscha, I will become a repeat customer!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Sarscha'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
Sarscha's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Overnight stay rate
Sarscha'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
Sarscha's holiday surcharge is 15%.
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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.
Duarte 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 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!
Rating breakdown
Erica
This month
After moving to a new area, we scrambled to find a new overnight cat sitter for an unexpected out of town trip. We have four cats, three of which are all seniors with different medical conditions who need to be all given 4+ different medications and 4+ different specialty food. Thankfully we found Sarscha, and she graciously squeezed us in. Sarscha is everything you're looking for in a cat sitter--a genuine cat/animal lover who would treat your cats like the beloved babies they are, easily adaptable to your cats' routine and needs, can administer various medication methods, communicative, punctual, prompt, friendly, cleanly, and respectful of your space even without explicit request. We understand that it's impossible to expect someone else to take care of your feline babies exactly the way you do. But we were able to trust Sarscha completely with our cats. When we came home, everyone was healthy and spirited as well as our home, obviously treated with the same care. Thank you, Sarscha!
James
January 5, 2026
Did an absolutely great job with my cat while I was out of town, including handling a health emergency, giving meds, etc. Communicated very well, I had no doubt that my cat was in good hands the entire time.
Aries
May 21, 2025
The best Cat Sitter we have ever had! Sarscha is the real-life Cat whisperer! She, without a doubt, is the best sitter we have ever had. She has attention to detail and goes above and beyond our expectations! Our cat is diabetic and needs insulin twice daily, which made us search for someone with experience. Finding Sarscha, a vet tech herself, was worth joining meowtel. After meeting with her and talking about our cat's needs, she reassured us and made it easy to go on our first vacation in over a year and a half. She provided prompt and timely updates on how she did during each visit, provided us with photos and videos of our happy girl, and kept us up to date on how she was doing. Upon return, she even offered a log of her visit and how our girl did. What a relief to have someone so capable caring for your cat family. I recommend it to the highest level possible!
Response from Sarscha
Thank you so much Aries! Sookie has a special place in my heart. I’m so glad Meowtel brought us together!
Megan
December 30, 2025
Sarscha is the best! This is my third time hiring Sarscha to watch my senior kitty while I travel. I trust her expertise and care so much. Having a senior cat means handling extra tasks like meds and the occasional accident. Sarscha handles all of this with so much grace and thoughtfulness! I’m so grateful to know my cat is in safe hands while I’m away.
Eileen
December 14, 2025
Sarscha took amazing care of our cats on a week-long trip! Our cats loved her immediately and the quality of care and communication was top notch. We had a minor incident of one of the cats feeling a little sick, and Sarscha was super communicative and went above and beyond to resolve the issue. She's a caring and reliable professional and we'd love to work with her again. Thanks Sarscha! The cat photos were top tier as well. :)
Mari
November 12, 2025
The best! Sarscha was an amazing caretaker for my Thomas! She really loves and understands cats. She was extremely communicative and friendly, and very diligent about following my cat’s care instructions, going above and beyond to buy him extra treats and toys! It was the longest trip I’d been away from my cat and I was worried about how he’d handle it, but he was in great spirits and healthy when I returned. It was a huge peace of mind having someone as responsible and caring as Sarscha taking care of him while I was away; she sends the best kitty candid photos and videos so I never had to wonder how he was doing. My house was also neat and tidy when I returned. Thank you, Sarscha, I will become a repeat customer!
Holly
This month
Sarscha loves my kitties and they know her and feel comfortable with her. One of my kitties gets meds twice a day and can be challenge to get to give meds. But Sarscha knows his tricks and gets him.
James
July 22, 2025
Sarscha did a great job with my cat: administering meds, maintaining food/water/litter, playing with her and providing company, etc. She was very communicative throughout, and will be my first choice the next time I need a cat sitter!
Kevin
July 16, 2025
We are so pleased with Sarscha! This was our first time using any sort of pet sitter for our beloved cat, and Sarscha was both incredibly kind and patient with all the things we asked of her. She not only took the time to get to know Macs particular needs and quirks, but took what I think are some of the most beautiful pictures of our cat to let us know how she was doing. No doubt at all that the next time we take a trip, Sarscha will absolutely be our first choice!
Jessica
June 12, 2025
Sarscha was perfect! Our cat is very active and she kept him entertained and gave us the best updates and photos. At the end of the trip he was having some medical symptoms and she went above with helping vet arrangements. we really cannot thank her enough!!
Katie
January 5, 2026
Sarscha did a fantastic job watching our cats while we were away for a long vacation. She sent so many amazing photos and videos; I just knew they were having a great time with her. From all the cuddle pics, I could tell! That definitely made me feel better to know they were with someone who really appreciated them. Our cats love attention, and she was great with that! She did well with our home instructions, and we came home to a happy house and happy kitties. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again!
Holly
November 27, 2024
Sarscha did a great job with all of my kitties, inlcuding my little problrm child. He is a sensitive kitty, who gets easily upset and needs lots of extra understanding. They (he and Sarscha) got along just fine and he really warmed up to her. He gets medicine twice a day and she was able to give him all doses without issues. She was also a big hit with my blind kitty and because she took time to brush him and play with him, he was very happy. Her kindness and patience were greatly appreciated. She followed all instructions, kept everything very clean and care was shown towards all aspects of the sitting.
Response from Sarscha
thank you for your kind words, Holly! I loved spending time with your babies and can’t wait to see/care for them again!
Megan
December 27, 2024
Sarscha was an AWESOME caretaker for my senior kitty! She made sure my cat got the right medications and followed instructions well. Her updates were thorough and the pictures were magnificent! I had so much peace of mind with Sarscha looking after my girl. Will definitely hire her again in the future!
Response from Sarscha
Thank you, Megan! Ginny is a perfect little angel.
Edgar
October 16, 2024
Sarscha did an amazing job with our senior cat, Didi. She has a veterinary medical background and was able to pill Didi flawlessly. Right off the bat, Sarscha treated Didi like her very own. She is warm, knowledgeable and experienced. Didi would be happy to have her back for more visits in the near future.
Ali
March 30, 2025
Our second time with Sarscha went just as good as the first! She’s great with our shy girl, and went above and beyond with some plant maintenance when Poppy was being anti-social
Response from Sarscha
Always a pleasure, Ali! Poppy is a sassy sweetie.
Cristina
February 17, 2025
Sarscha is a great cat sitter! Her background as a vet tech was also a huge reassurance given our cat has asthma. Not only is she knowledgeable and skilled, but she is also incredibly nice and communicative. Highly recommend Sarscha for anyone in need of a trustworthy and caring cat sitter.
Response from Sarscha
Thank you for your rating!
Kalina
March 21, 2025
Sarscha was absolutely phenomenal! 😊She’s truly a cat whisperer and immediately clicked with Zara, who seemed so happy and relaxed in the update photos. I’m so grateful to have found Sarscha here!! She’s the best, so look no further for your cat care needs 😊
Aries
This month
Sookie (our diabetic cat) loves to see Sarscha! she takes great care of her while we are away and puts our mind at ease! we highly recommend her to take care of your cat. 🐈⬛
Jessie
October 24, 2025
Sarscha is amazing! She’s a true cat lover, and our babies adored her right away :) Her knowledge and experience really put us at ease. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving sitter!
Megan
March 15, 2026
Sarscha is my go-to sitter for my elderly kitty. She always provides such excellent and thoughtful care and attention to detail! I always feel confident that my lil girl is in safe and loving hands with Sarscha looking after her.
James
February 9, 2026
Sarscha has taken care of my cat 3 times now and has done an excellent job every time! She’s definitely my first choice whenever I have to leave town.
Amelia
September 8, 2025
Sarscha is awesome! Our boy Cooper was vibing with her right away and had bursts of energy which was really cute.
Ali
December 30, 2024
Sarscha was great! She was really communicative with her photo updates, and everything went really smoothly :)
Response from Sarscha
It was a pleasure! Thank you for trusting me to care for your baby!
Jessica
January 13, 2026
This was my second time using Sarscha as a cat sitter for my cat Loki and she was excellent again!
Aj
This month
Jessica
February 11, 2026
Aj
January 10, 2026
Kevin
November 16, 2025
Mari
November 4, 2025
Aj
October 20, 2025
Aj
September 16, 2025
Kalina
July 28, 2025
as usual, Zara was delighted to spend time with Sarscha for a couple of overnight visits! Sarscha is the absolute best :)
Kalina
July 16, 2025
Sarscha was absolutely wonderful yet again 🤗She and Zara are such pals now 🫶
Elisabeth
June 10, 2025
Aileen
June 2, 2025
Kalina
May 3, 2025
Sarscha took care of Zara again for a week and everything went absolutely beautifully! She is the best sitter hands down, and I’m sure Zara will miss her ❤️Sarscha is extremely reliable and communicative and has a heart of gold!!
Aileen
March 17, 2025
My kitties love her!! I think they are missing her-especially, how she played with them. I can leave feeling comforted that my kitties are well taken care of...
Aileen
December 2, 2024
Sarscha was perfect. She was patient with the kitties. And the place looked great.
Alexis
December 2, 2024
Ashley
September 18, 2024
Sarscha is a very trustworthy and reliable pet sitter. She’s pet sit my cat Lilith on multiple occasions from a weekend to a whole week. I highly recommend her and plan to use her for all my future trips.
Alexis
September 18, 2024
Sarscha is unmatched when it comes to caring for your feline babies. She’s professional, reliable and experienced- but above her, it’s her love for animals that make you feel safe trusting a person to care for your fur babies.
Meowtel
September 18, 2024
Sarscha is a background-checked cat sitter in the Duarte area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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