I'm Jessica
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Jessica is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Jessica
Cat Sitting in Emeryville, CA
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a 4 year old tabby cat name Havok! Which is an ironic name for her because she actually is very sweet and does not wreak havoc. When I went to adopt at the shelter, the woman working there said, “this is a really special cat, she is very sweet and curious. She won’t be here long.” When I got to meet her in the room I was in awe of her bravery. She was obviously very scared and yet she peeped her head out the carrier and then walked out onto the floor to meet me. This is a quality I’ve seen in her over and over again and it never ceases to amaze me. I am so proud to be her cat mom and love her very much. She taught me how necessary boundaries are and how they help both of us.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Be picky and trust your gut. Your cat is one of the most precious beings in your life. And no one knows better on how to take care of your cat or know your cats needs better than you do. It’s important to find someone who is able to follow directions to understand what you and your cats needs are so that everyone is safe. In addition, someone who has great communication skills: where they are clear about how to care for your space and cat, what tasks have been completed, updates on the cat and just as important, mistakes that were made. It’s And that you connect or have the same values as this person. How they treat their cat is very telling about how they might treat yours and it is okay if that is not a good fit.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
My own cat is very anxious and timid. Cats have great boundaries and have every right to be cautious to new people. With this understanding, I am able to be very patient, gentle, and quiet with anxious/timid cats. I ask cat parents questions to understand what their cat likes to eat, play with, and where they like to hide. From there I am able to sit quietly and give lots of space to the cat to let them know I am in their space. I meet the cat where they are at and will not rush them to do anything they are not comfortable with, including being around me. I know that it takes time and trust and I am happy to be in silence with them, make sure they have what they need to get through the day/night.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jessica is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Jordan
July 10, 2026
Jessica was amazing! We made our reservation pretty short notice and were able to schedule a meet up quickly. Jessica was very kind and communicative. We enjoyed receiving lots of photos while we were away and Jessica kindly brought in some packages we had received. hope to work with Jessica again :)
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Meowtel
June 15, 2026
Jessica is a background-checked cat sitter in the Emeryville area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Jessica's is 100%
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
Jessica's holiday surcharge is 100%.
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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.
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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.
Emeryville cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $40.00. 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
Jordan
July 10, 2026
Jessica was amazing! We made our reservation pretty short notice and were able to schedule a meet up quickly. Jessica was very kind and communicative. We enjoyed receiving lots of photos while we were away and Jessica kindly brought in some packages we had received. hope to work with Jessica again :)
Meowtel
June 15, 2026
Jessica is a background-checked cat sitter in the Emeryville area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.