I'm Shaun

Shaun's Pawsitive Cat Sitting Services

5.00
106 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
27 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

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

Shaun is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Shaun's Pawsitive Cat Sitting Services

I'm Shaun

Cat Sitting in Emeryville, CA

I’m a customer of Meowtel as well and my times away have been that much better knowing that my cats are in great hands. The twice daily pictures and updates I've received have made me feel fantastic, and I would love to make other cat owners feel the same way when they're away. I often take care of my friends pets (cats and dogs), and I would love to do it for folks within my neighborhood and community (North Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley area). Willing to also travel to other areas of the East Bay, North Bay, and San Francisco.

Obvious services that I will provide are:
- Feeding cats as instructions demand
- Cleaning litter boxes and appropriately dispose of old litter
- Cuddles and...
I’m a customer of Meowtel as well and my times away have been that much better knowing that my cats are in great hands. The twice daily pictures and updates I've received have made me feel fantastic, and I would love to make other cat owners feel the same way when they're away. I often take care of my friends pets (cats and dogs), and I would love to do it for folks within my neighborhood and community (North Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley area). Willing to also travel to other areas of the East Bay, North Bay, and San Francisco.

Obvious services that I will provide are:
- Feeding cats as instructions demand
- Cleaning litter boxes and appropriately dispose of old litter
- Cuddles and playtime
- Lots of pics of the cats from each visit
- Text updates from each visit

Also happy to water plants, bring in mail or packages, take our garbage, recycling, etc... and other things you might need.

I have two cats of my own who I love dearly and who keep me highly entertained! They're named Elle and Bea and are named after two characters from the Kill Bill movie series. When I got Elle as a wee kitten from the shelter, she only had one eye (still does) and was already named Elle Driver (Daryl Hannah's character in the movie). I followed the theme and the other kitten name who was in the same room at the shelter is now named Beatrix Kiddo (Uma Thurmans character). They're adorable little punks :)

I work in product development and am pretty much fully remote these days, so I am flexible enough to be able to easily stop by and look after your cats! Happy to work with anyone regarding COVID safety and what works best for them. Looking forward to meeting y'all and your lovely fur babies!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

5.00
106 reviews
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Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Gillian

Gillian

December 31, 2025

Shaun was amazingly patient and attentive with my shy/spicy cat while my partner and I were traveling for the holidays. He gave her plenty of space while making sure she was eating and comfortable while we were away. He even helped deal with our perennial ant problem during the heavy rains. I would definitely recommend him for cats of any temperament — he keeps thorough notes on their needs and routines and provides great care and peace of mind no matter how willing your cat may or may not be to interact with him. Thank you Shaun!

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Tara

Tara

December 27, 2025

I recently adopted my cat and hadn’t yet left her alone. Shaun understood she was a shy gal and did a great job caring for her on her own terms. She started my time away by hiding under the bed and ended it by allowing pets and belly rubs. Shaun is highly communicative, sending great photos and little updates, and is very knowledgeable about cats. I appreciate his great care of her and would hire him again!

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Ashley

Ashley

December 17, 2025

Shaun was an amazing cat sitter, and we couldn’t recommend him more highly. He was incredibly gentle and attentive with our older cat, making sure all of his needs were met while we were away. Shawn sent regular updates and photos, which gave us peace of mind during our vacation. He took detailed notes, followed all of our instructions perfectly, and truly went above and beyond — even helping by taking care of our garbage cans while we were gone. It was clear he genuinely cares, and we felt completely at ease knowing our cat and home were in such good hands. We would absolutely book Shaun again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful sitter.

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Sienna

Sienna

July 17, 2025

Shaun was awesome! I was out of town and a panicked because I had to book someone last minute, but Shaun was super communicative, friendly and made me feel at ease. I have a kitty that takes meds (only on his own terms) and Shaun went above and beyond to make sure his “terms” were met and he got his meds. Highly recommend!

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Ana Celia

Ana Celia

June 12, 2025

Finding a great cat sitter is so important, and Shaun exceeded all my expectations. It was my first time booking him, and he was fantastic with my shy cat, Bielo. The fact that Bielo warmed up to him so quickly is a true testament to Shaun's calm and caring nature. The pictures he sent were absolutely precious and a clear sign that Bi was content and well-cared for. Shaun's responsiveness and reassuring updates were a game-changer, giving me the peace of mind I needed to during my time away. I wholeheartedly recommend him to any pet tutor!

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Jennifer

Jennifer

June 30, 2025

Shaun has watched my cat a few times now, and I'll happily rebook with him. He pays attention to detail, captures very cute pictures, and manages my cat's liquid meds. Most important, kitty likes him!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$33.95 / 20min
$52.35 / 45min
$67.90 / 60min

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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 $38.00. 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!

5.00
106 reviews
5.00
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)