I'm Catherine
Experienced Vet Tech Who Loves Cats
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Catherine is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Catherine
Cat Sitting in Long Beach, CA
I am comfortable with all life stages from a vivacious kitten to our slower senior friends who need medical management and everyone in between.
For our shy friends I will make sure to give them their space and let them come to me when ready. For our outgoing kitty’s they will get the unlimited cuddles and playtime they crave... Hi my name is Cat! (LOL) I am an experienced RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician), a full time student, and I do cat sitting on the side. Since I am a student, if you request me for any overnights please be advised I will require access to WiFi!
I am comfortable with all life stages from a vivacious kitten to our slower senior friends who need medical management and everyone in between.
For our shy friends I will make sure to give them their space and let them come to me when ready. For our outgoing kitty’s they will get the unlimited cuddles and playtime they crave.
I am comfortable with cats of all need levels. I can comfortably administer injectable medications solo and with assistance (SUBQ fluids) and with all oral medications too!
As for me I have 2 kitties of my own, both rescues! Zephyr & Kiwi, you can see their pictures here. They are the light of my life and I know how hard it is leaving your babies while you’re away. When you book with me I will make sure to treat your kitties like my own! So you can enjoy your vacation, work trip, night out, or just a regular work day stress free!
If you are looking for an cat lover with an extensive medical background to ease your mind while your away I’m your girl! I look forward to caring for your babies <3
Learn More About Catherine
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two kitties myself. Their names are Zephyr and Kira. Both are rescues, Kira was dumped outside of my job in a DoorDash bag, and Zephyr was found as a four week old kitten who couldn’t open his mouth. That doesn’t stop him from devouring his food though!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
My typical process starts with coming to your home, meeting your cats and you! I like to go over the standard routine of the home and have you point out any favorite hiding spots of the kitties. Once that’s established, I like to go over their temperaments and what they prefer. Afterwards, I like to get your normal veterinarians information, just in case anything happens while you’re away!
What is your favorite cat toy?
M favorite cat toy is between a ball with a bell inside or a feather on a stick. I have found cats love to play fetch and the feather has always been a fan favorite!
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Catherine is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Charlotte
September 17, 2026
We were so happy to meet Catherine, at the meet and greet we knew she was going to be a very friendly, kind, responsible person. With her experience as a vet tech she had no problem giving one of our cats her daily medication. We were having a new roof put on while Catherine was there and asked her to do a few unrelated tasks, which she did, all with a positive attitude. Overall, Catherine has great communication, is friendly, competent and caring, A+ for sure. Charlotte
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Charlotte
This month
From the first day we met Catherine during the Meet and Greet, we knew she would be great and this is now our second time hiring her and she is professional, responsible, caring with all our cats and keeps us updated every day. One of our cats requires medication and with Catherine's veterinary background we don't worry at all about it. We highly recommend Catherine.
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Amanda
August 26, 2026
Catherine was so communicative and put our minds at ease. This is the first time we went out of town since getting Waves’ cancer diagnosis and it was so comforting to know she was in Catherine’s great care!
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Amanda
August 2, 2026
Catherine was fantastic! Even through a family emergency she was incredibly communicative and ensured my cats were taken care of it. I highly recommend Catherine and will be using her in the future.
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Erica
August 25, 2026
Great! She got to meet our surprisingly shy cat and feed him a Churu!
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Daniel
August 13, 2026
Fantastic sitter! Was very respectful and mindful of my cat's spicy nature. My cat has never been so easy to adjust back from me being away, so I cannot recommend Catherine enough! 10/10
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Catherine's is 25%
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
Catherine's holiday surcharge is 25%.
Schedule Constraints
On Tuesdays and Thursdays I cannot due midday but I can do morning and evening drop ins. Overnights are available all days :)
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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.
Long Beach cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $36.00. 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
Charlotte
September 17, 2026
We were so happy to meet Catherine, at the meet and greet we knew she was going to be a very friendly, kind, responsible person. With her experience as a vet tech she had no problem giving one of our cats her daily medication. We were having a new roof put on while Catherine was there and asked her to do a few unrelated tasks, which she did, all with a positive attitude. Overall, Catherine has great communication, is friendly, competent and caring, A+ for sure. Charlotte
Charlotte
This month
From the first day we met Catherine during the Meet and Greet, we knew she would be great and this is now our second time hiring her and she is professional, responsible, caring with all our cats and keeps us updated every day. One of our cats requires medication and with Catherine's veterinary background we don't worry at all about it. We highly recommend Catherine.
Amanda
August 26, 2026
Catherine was so communicative and put our minds at ease. This is the first time we went out of town since getting Waves’ cancer diagnosis and it was so comforting to know she was in Catherine’s great care!
Amanda
August 2, 2026
Catherine was fantastic! Even through a family emergency she was incredibly communicative and ensured my cats were taken care of it. I highly recommend Catherine and will be using her in the future.
Erica
August 25, 2026
Great! She got to meet our surprisingly shy cat and feed him a Churu!
Daniel
August 13, 2026
Fantastic sitter! Was very respectful and mindful of my cat's spicy nature. My cat has never been so easy to adjust back from me being away, so I cannot recommend Catherine enough! 10/10
Response from Catherine
So happy to hear Jasper is doing well! Thank you for the review
Denise
This month
Response from Catherine
Denise, I’m sorry you had a negative experience. As explained, my partner recently had surgery and needed help that morning. I’ve contacted Meowtel regarding your refund. I specialize in medically delicate cats and regret this unusual circumstance affected your experience.
Erica
September 23, 2026
Daniel
September 17, 2026
Erica
August 31, 2026
Arev
August 17, 2026
Belinda
July 25, 2026
Response from Catherine
Thank you so much for the review!
Amanda
July 23, 2026
met for a meet and greet and was great with my two cats! booked her for my vacation!
Response from Catherine
It was a pleasure to meet you, looking forward to watching your boys
Deb
July 20, 2026
Catherine took wonderful care of my two medically complex cats
Response from Catherine
It was such a pleasure watching Odo and Motu. They are such good boys! I look forward to watching them in the future :)
Meowtel
June 18, 2026
Catherine is a background-checked cat sitter in the Long Beach area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.