I'm Starla

Cat Companion Caregiver Playful Sitter

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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

Starla is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Cat Companion Caregiver Playful Sitter

I'm Starla

Cat Sitting in Los Angeles, CA

Hi Cat Parent,
Cats have always captivated me. I admire their individuality, physical prowess, fuzzy faces, languid beauty, and napping ability.

I share my home and bed with two rescue cats (10 and 14 yrs) and 2 foster fails (2 years) and my yard with several community cats - a permanent porch and her pals - including an opossum and raccoon. I am experienced in being the Cat lunch lady - curtailing bullying and ensuring everyone gets fed.

I’m especially focused on cat diets - as my older guy has a fussy stomach and GI issues. I’m always monitoring his litter box leavings, noting water intake, and stomach issues (and cleaning them up).

Most importantly, I realize the cats decide how they will interact with me. My primary role in their life is to be their caretaker - to provide clean water, be diligent in feeding as directed, meticulous in litter box cleaning, ready to play, gentle (or firm, cat's choice) in brushing, and patient as they get to know me...
Hi Cat Parent,
Cats have always captivated me. I admire their individuality, physical prowess, fuzzy faces, languid beauty, and napping ability.

I share my home and bed with two rescue cats (10 and 14 yrs) and 2 foster fails (2 years) and my yard with several community cats - a permanent porch and her pals - including an opossum and raccoon. I am experienced in being the Cat lunch lady - curtailing bullying and ensuring everyone gets fed.

I’m especially focused on cat diets - as my older guy has a fussy stomach and GI issues. I’m always monitoring his litter box leavings, noting water intake, and stomach issues (and cleaning them up).

Most importantly, I realize the cats decide how they will interact with me. My primary role in their life is to be their caretaker - to provide clean water, be diligent in feeding as directed, meticulous in litter box cleaning, ready to play, gentle (or firm, cat's choice) in brushing, and patient as they get to know me.

During my time with your cats, after the needed tasks are completed, I will be “there” for petting, playing, brushing, or simply present if they aren’t keen on me (yet?). I’ll always follow up with a feeding/poop report and a snapshot of your cat.

I am an expert with the wand - I have an extensive collection of wands and lures to share with your cats (if allowed).

If you feed a community cat, I can help with that too.

Work-wise, I’m a Digital Producer. This work entails exceptional detail, proactive communication, and adherence to schedules and timelines.

I decided to become a cat sitter because of the difficulty of finding a responsible and responsive cat sitter. I strive to reduce your and your cat's separation anxiety.

Preferred neighborhoods, see map for specifics. Some flexibility for kitties close to mapped service areas, please ask.

- East Hollywood
- Koreatown/Westlake
- DTLA (see map)
- USC
area
- Vermont Square
- West Jefferson/West Adams
- Mid City
- Mid Wilshire
- Larchmont/Hancock Park
- Fairfax/Melrose
- W. 3rd St/Grove
- West Hollywood (see map)
- Beverly Hills (see map)
- Picfair/Crescent Heights
- Beverlywood/Pico-Robertson
- Culver City
- Baldwin Hills/Ladera Heights/Leimart Park


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Tidiness
Olya

Olya

This month

Starla was stellar with our 8 indoor cats (and 2 outdoor community kitties)! We got detailed daily reports of water levels and feedings, litter box conditions, playtime, and even pictures of under-cover lumps of the shy cats that don't come out for visitors. I was on another continent and was content to know my cats were well taken care of. Starla was extremely detail-oriented and dealt with each cat's specific quirks (ex. one of my cats likes to poop right next to the litter box) and knew all 8 by name! Would absolutely book Starla again and recommend her to any cat household.

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Kyle

Kyle

This week

We have worked with Starla for a long time now. She has created an amazing relationship and trust with both of our cats, which proved extremely useful this past week as we were on vacation for the first time since our cat Pippin started a new daily medication. He can be a difficult cat but she was patient and understanding of his boundaries and was also very communicative to us about the process, giving detailed updates and sending videos and photos of their food consumption and play time.

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Sara

Sara

This month

Starla was great! She established herself as a safe presence with my cats from the minute she met them at the meet+greet. The cats got along very well with her and definitely appreciated all the play time she gave them! She also paid attention to my instructions. The cats were given plenty of attention in both play and caretaking with the litter box always being cleaned and their food being given with great care. Next time I'm out of town I'll definitely reach out to Starla again.

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Mackenzie

Mackenzie

December 2, 2025

Starla did a wonderful job looking after our two cats while we were away on a 10-day trip. From the first meet-and-greet it was obvious her priority was making sure our cats were truly happy and well cared for (as opposed to just doing basic pet chores and leaving). By the end of the trip she had coaxed our super shy boy cat out of his permanent hiding spot multiple times and had earned his trust and headbutts! She made sure both our cats got lots of playtime and sent great photos and videos. All in all we highly recommend Starla and look forward to having her watch our cats again in the future!

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Courtney

Courtney

January 11, 2026

Starla always goes above and beyond! She gets to know each cat's personality and spends time playing and engaging with them (in addition to all the usual food/litter/medication needs). She is a true cat whisperer and friend to all felines.

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Amanda

Amanda

December 29, 2025

Starla was so thoughtful and kind. I had no worries whatsoever while my kitties were with her. She went above and beyond with my shy cat and gave detailed updates after every visit. She even let them play with her own cat toys. I would 100000% book with her again! I hope she’s free next time I’m out of town.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$38.85 / 20min
$57.25 / 45min
$78.75 / 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.

Los Angeles 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!

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