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I'm Kristen
Cat Sitting in Ladera Ranch, CA
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Gaining the trust of a cat, especially a kitty who is wary of strangers or grumpy. I find it to be so rewarding.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I currently have 3 cats! Two are orange tabbies and one is a Tuxedo. I have Cheddar, Penny and Ralphie. Cheddar was separated too young from his mama, so I bottle fed him at first and he is very attached to me. Penny was an extremely sick kitten who almost didn’t make it, I had to syringe feed her for one week to keep her strength. Ralphie is still a kitten who is just a bundle of energy and snuggles.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I check that all windows and doors are secured shut so the kitties can’t escape. I double check that a cat has not darted out the door when I enter or leave, and make sure all closets/bathrooms are either closed or open (whatever the owner prefers) so that a cat is never trapped in a room without access to food, water and litter box.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes most holidays I stay local and am available. I do have family in New Jersey so I like to see them at Christmas time.
What is your favorite cat toy?
My cats love mouse toys that squeak, and their floppy fish that moves when they touch it. They also have a bird toy that squeaks and flaps its wings when they play with it.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Kristen is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Anita
August 25, 2026
Kristen was absolutely wonderful!! We were away for a month and she took amazing care of our cats. She supplied us with regular updates, photos and videos to keep us informed. Skillfully befriended our extremely shy cat and handled a major summer ant invasion. We will definitely be asking her to care for our cats again for our next trip.
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Louis
July 8, 2026
Kristen did an awesome job taking care of my two cats, Dante and Buttercup. Buttercup is a very shy 9-year-old female calico that did warm up to Kristen. That is high praise, believe me! Dante is a 20-year-old male that needs medical attention twice a day. He is sweet, but is high maintenance! I was very worried about leaving him for over a week. But, Kristen was so good with him, and so thoughtful when caring for him. When I got back from my honeymoon, he was good as new. I trust Kristen completely with my cats and look forward to working with her in the future. Five stars for Kristen!
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Becky
January 31, 2026
Our two cats have become trusting of Kristen, which is saying a lot, especially for one of our cats who used to not eat for the first 3 days. Kristen is a true cat person.
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Lori
November 25, 2025
Kristen immediately instilled trust, and my time away was so much better for it. All the care happened exactly as asked with just the right amount of communication. I liked how she didn’t bat an eye at all my contingency plans in case a cat got sick or got out. Looking forward to having her help again.
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Zulma
November 6, 2025
Kristen was amazing! She followed all instructions perfectly and kept everything spotless. I could tell my cats adored her — even my shy one came out and totally warmed up to her. We felt so at ease knowing they were in such good hands.
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Robert
August 14, 2025
We hired Kristen last minute after our cat got a minor injury two days before our trip and couldn’t be happier with our decision. She was kind, caring, communicative, and went above and beyond to put our mind at ease being away from our babies for a week.
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Drop in visits rates
Kristen'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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Kristen's holiday surcharge is 10%.
Drop in visits rates
Kristen'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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Kristen's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 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.
Ladera Ranch cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $33.00. 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
Anita
August 25, 2026
Kristen was absolutely wonderful!! We were away for a month and she took amazing care of our cats. She supplied us with regular updates, photos and videos to keep us informed. Skillfully befriended our extremely shy cat and handled a major summer ant invasion. We will definitely be asking her to care for our cats again for our next trip.
Louis
July 8, 2026
Kristen did an awesome job taking care of my two cats, Dante and Buttercup. Buttercup is a very shy 9-year-old female calico that did warm up to Kristen. That is high praise, believe me! Dante is a 20-year-old male that needs medical attention twice a day. He is sweet, but is high maintenance! I was very worried about leaving him for over a week. But, Kristen was so good with him, and so thoughtful when caring for him. When I got back from my honeymoon, he was good as new. I trust Kristen completely with my cats and look forward to working with her in the future. Five stars for Kristen!
Becky
January 31, 2026
Our two cats have become trusting of Kristen, which is saying a lot, especially for one of our cats who used to not eat for the first 3 days. Kristen is a true cat person.
Lori
November 25, 2025
Kristen immediately instilled trust, and my time away was so much better for it. All the care happened exactly as asked with just the right amount of communication. I liked how she didn’t bat an eye at all my contingency plans in case a cat got sick or got out. Looking forward to having her help again.
Zulma
November 6, 2025
Kristen was amazing! She followed all instructions perfectly and kept everything spotless. I could tell my cats adored her — even my shy one came out and totally warmed up to her. We felt so at ease knowing they were in such good hands.
Robert
August 14, 2025
We hired Kristen last minute after our cat got a minor injury two days before our trip and couldn’t be happier with our decision. She was kind, caring, communicative, and went above and beyond to put our mind at ease being away from our babies for a week.
Caroline
October 26, 2025
Kristen took such amazing care of our two cats, was quick to respond, and super friendly. We will definitely be booking her for future cat sittings!
Susan
July 11, 2026
Kristen was great - my cat took to her right away at the intro visit and looked calm and happy when I got back from my trip.
Kevin
This month
Kristen was great and our cat loved her. She truly has a way with kitties. We will definitely use her again for our cat sitting.
Becky
This month
Danielle
This month
Tom
September 24, 2026
Ryanne
September 22, 2026
Veronica
September 14, 2026
There is no one better than Kristen! Super reliable, always so considerate of taking good care of your pets. Highly recommend her (when I'm not using her!!)
Mark
August 18, 2026
Becky
August 16, 2026
Tom
July 25, 2026
Lori
June 26, 2026
Noel
June 4, 2026
Kristen was very reliable and did a great job. Would definitely recommend her.
Becky
May 28, 2026
Tom
April 2, 2026
Veronica
March 22, 2026
Lynne
January 20, 2026
Tom
December 24, 2025
Veronica
December 2, 2025
If I could give her more stars I would!! My cat adored her and Kristen gave us the peace of mind to enjoy our vacation. Can't recommend enough!!
Becky
November 30, 2025
Lynne
October 15, 2025
Ashkan
July 29, 2025
Kristen is a cat LOVER. She will probably love and care for your cats more than you do. I highly recommend!
Gina
July 29, 2025
Kristen goes above and beyond to care for animals. She has personally cared for my two cats with great attention and respect in my home. She not only puts animals first but is compassionate towards people and is a good person.
Meowtel
July 29, 2025
Kristen is a background-checked cat sitter in the Ladera Ranch area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.