I'm Christina
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Christina is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Christina
Cat Sitting in Lake Forest, CA
My work experience includes non-profit animal shelters, cat rescues, traditional, and emergency veterinary settings, so I am familiar with signs of illness and distress. I’m also comfortable administering some medications... Hi! I’m a decades-long Cat Lady with several years of experience pet/house sitting for all types of cats and their families. As a cat owner myself, I know how to respect a cat’s boundaries and the importance of following their routine to reduce their stress while you’re away.
My work experience includes non-profit animal shelters, cat rescues, traditional, and emergency veterinary settings, so I am familiar with signs of illness and distress. I’m also comfortable administering some medications.
I handle the grouchiest of cats with love and care, and your senior or special needs cat will be safe with me. My top goal is keep your cat safe and their routine steady, so they can have a stress-free life while you enjoy your much needed vacation!
I am an excellent communicator and person of the highest integrity. I will keep you informed on how your cat(s) are doing, any concerns I have, or changes in behavior that you need to be aware of, and I’m also dependable!
I’m local to South OC, and genuinely enjoy spending time with cats. I look forward to becoming your cat’s new best friend. 👯
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I’ve been petting sitting for 20+ years! It all started when I began working at an animal shelter in Lancaster, PA. I worked exclusively in the Cat Adoption Center, where I worked to medically vet and adopt out our shelter cats. This is where I met cat parents who needed a sitter w cat experience they could trust and began accepting cat sitting jobs. Since then, I’ve done everything from simple stop-ins to multiple weeks of full-time cat sitting in a mountain cabin. I’ve sat for young cats, old cats, handicapped cats, and cranky cats - and I’ve loved them ALL! I love being around cats and spending time with them, so cat sitting is the perfect way for me to do that!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I currently have 3 adult cats: Inky (13+), Sweet Potato (11+), and Clark (8+). All were found outside doing “cat stuff” and now live 100% indoors.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I understand that cats are not dogs, which means cats have opinions on “how things outta be” and I respect that. A timid or anxious cat should not be pressured by anyone to be anything other than what they are and their space should always be respected. If a cat client is timid or anxious, I will speak to them softly, give them space, make sure their needs are met, and ensure that my actions in their home do not exacerbate their anxiety or fear. I often find that letting a cat have time to adjust to my presence w/out pressure reduces their feelings of anxiety and makes them more comfortable.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Christina is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Heidi
March 16, 2026
Christina really took good care of my little kitty. She sent me daily, meaningful updates so I felt confident that my cat felt cared for and didn’t stress out in my absence. Even though I was there that morning I had Christina come that same evening so that my cat would know that even if I didn’t come home that night, someone would come at dinner time the next day.
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Aaron
March 14, 2026
Christina took good care of my elder cat, handled her meds well, and kept me appraised on how she did.
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Sherrie
March 15, 2026
Christina was great with my two little kitties. She did a meet and greet before a trip and was very friendly. She communicated well while I was away and put me at ease
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Dianne
June 1, 2026
Christina took really good care of my girls. Followed the instructions that I left, and also noted any unusual conditions.
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Sherrie
June 1, 2026
Sherrie
May 27, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Christina's is 20%
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
Christina's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Lake Forest 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 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
Heidi
March 16, 2026
Christina really took good care of my little kitty. She sent me daily, meaningful updates so I felt confident that my cat felt cared for and didn’t stress out in my absence. Even though I was there that morning I had Christina come that same evening so that my cat would know that even if I didn’t come home that night, someone would come at dinner time the next day.
Aaron
March 14, 2026
Christina took good care of my elder cat, handled her meds well, and kept me appraised on how she did.
Sherrie
March 15, 2026
Christina was great with my two little kitties. She did a meet and greet before a trip and was very friendly. She communicated well while I was away and put me at ease
Dianne
June 1, 2026
Christina took really good care of my girls. Followed the instructions that I left, and also noted any unusual conditions.
Sherrie
June 1, 2026
Sherrie
May 27, 2026
Stacie
April 21, 2026
Lael
January 15, 2026
Christina is the absolute best cat sitter. I can’t attest to the fact that there isn’t a cat she can’t give a pill. She is kind and truly loves all cats. She is trust worthy, reliable and has had vast experience with cats of a different temperaments.
Christy
January 15, 2026
Christina cares A LOT about cats. They are her sidekicks, friends, and familiars. She’s never met a cat she didn’t like and she’ll never shy away from the chance to make a nervous cat more comfortable. Christina is a pleasant person to interact with, a great communicator, and one of her greatest joys is just being in a room w/ a cat.
Meowtel
January 15, 2026
Christina is a background-checked cat sitter in the Lake Forest area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.