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Lea is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Lea
Cat Sitting in Hawthorne, CA
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I had a childhood cat named Romeo since I was 12! He was a long haired, flat face Persian so I completely understand maintenance. He has sadly passed away when I was 23, but he was one spoiled boy! I have a 2 year old boy now named Rauru, he is a domestic medium hair cat. He is super energetic and loves other cats!
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I am very big on directions so I ensure I ask all kinds of questions to cat parents. Do they have a set amount they eat? Do I need to make sure they are not going into a certain area? Is there comands that said cat responds to or I must follow each time I feed/play? I want to make sure parents feel safe and comfortable to allow me the pleasure to care for their baby
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
When I first adopted Rauru, he was very scared and shy. He was found in an antique shop at 3 months! I usually have the all time favorite churu and I allow said kitty to come to me. I show interest while holding a hand out to possibly sniff, but I ensure I don’t push the boundary. Sometimes just spending quality time with them helps them to realize I am there to be a friend.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lea is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Santiago
January 9, 2026
My kitty Maze can be very shy around new people but she was able to bring her out of the shell and now they are the best of friends.
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Jacqueline
January 9, 2026
She is reliable, extremely experienced and is genuinely obsessed with cats! She has patience for their zoomies and knowledgeable on cat language.
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Meowtel
January 9, 2026
Lea is a background-checked cat sitter in the Hawthorne area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Lea'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
Lea'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.
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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.
Hawthorne 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 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
Santiago
January 9, 2026
My kitty Maze can be very shy around new people but she was able to bring her out of the shell and now they are the best of friends.
Jacqueline
January 9, 2026
She is reliable, extremely experienced and is genuinely obsessed with cats! She has patience for their zoomies and knowledgeable on cat language.
Meowtel
January 9, 2026
Lea is a background-checked cat sitter in the Hawthorne area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.