I'm Melody
Experienced Cat Carer
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Melody is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Melody
Cat Sitting in Los Angeles, CA
I know how hard it is to find ... Hi! I’m a lifelong cat lover with two rescues of my own—raised from tiny foster kittens into healthy, spoiled adults. Over the years, I’ve cared for cats of all temperaments: shy hiders, affectionate lap-seekers, senior snoozers, and those who need daily meds (oral or topical). I always take the time to learn your cat’s routine, quirks, and comfort zones, and I follow care instructions closely.
I know how hard it is to find a true cat person—someone who understands the intricacies of feline care, respects their space, and actually enjoys their company. As someone with a flexible, mostly remote job, I have the time to offer quality visits during the week and will never treat your cat like an afterthought. My goal is always to be the sitter I would want for my own cats: patient, reliable, attentive, and full of genuine love for your furry friend.
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
What I enjoy most about cat sitting is getting to know each cat’s unique personality and slowly earning their trust. I love the quiet bonding moments—whether it’s through play, treats, or just sitting nearby—when they finally choose to come closer.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes! I have two kitties, Miki and Miko—sisters from the same litter who I raised from tiny foster kittens. They’re now a little over two years old and have totally different personalities. Miki is the social butterfly who loves everyone she meets and wants to be part of everything. Miko is more anxious and shy at first, but once she trusts you, she turns into the sweetest, most loyal little love bug. Earning her affection has been so rewarding—and it’s a big part of why I love caring for all kinds of cat personalities.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I start with a complementary meet and greet to go over the kitty’s routine, and any specific instructions the cat parent may have for me either for their kitties or for their home. The cat parent can reach out to me anytime if anything comes up, and I’ll make sure to be quick and responsive. I will send daily photos and updates, and flag any issues that may come up as well!
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I carefully follow all instructions from the owner, double-check doors and windows, and keep a close eye on the cat’s behavior and environment. I’m respectful of the home (leave no trace), lock up securely, and make sure the cat is safe and comfortable before I leave. I also keep communication open with the owner, sending updates and reporting anything unusual right away.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Melody is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Lindsey
January 4, 2026
Melody quite literally saved the day! Somehow before we had left, our cat had gotten out. Melody took note of our cats personalities and knew something was wrong. Needless to say, we are very thankful to Melody for going above and beyond for our girls. I will be booking with her again!
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Tori
This week
Melody was great and my cat was very comfortable with her right away even though she is a shy cat! She was on time both days, gave great updates and pictures and was good with any instructions. She also was available to come for a pre visit even though I booked last minute. I would definitely book her again! Thanks Melody!
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Rosana
June 23, 2026
Melody was a reliable and attentive cat sitter throughout my trip. She provided daily updates with photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. She kept me informed about my cats’ feeding, playtime, and overall well-being each day. Melody was also diligent with feeding and litter box duties. She made sure everything was clean and well maintained. I returned home to two happy, well-cared-for cats. Highly recommended!
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Brandon
December 30, 2025
Everything went great. Melody cared a bunch for my cats. She was flexible and responsive. She went above and beyond to make sure they were comfortable, even when they had a day where house noises were scaring them. We came home to happy, healthy, cuddly cats after our trip. Thank you Melody!
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Casey
October 21, 2025
Melody is a wonderful sitter. She promptly scheduled our first meet to go over everything and get the keys. She helped care for my kitten and older cat for a week while I was out of town. She took excellent care of them. She sent me daily updates with photos. They both trusted her and came out to her instead of hiding. I would book Melody again when I need cat sitting for travel.
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Juno
November 12, 2025
Melody has been an absolute delight working with my two cats - I came home from an international trip for them to act as if I never left, they were so well cared for. She is very attentive to their mood and wellbeing and sends check-in photos and updates whenever she visits. Would recommend to anyone looking for someone to entrust with their fur babies’ care!
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Drop in visits rates
Melody'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
Melody's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Melody'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
Melody's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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Trust & Safety
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.
Labor Day is coming up soon (September 7th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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!
Rating breakdown
Lindsey
January 4, 2026
Melody quite literally saved the day! Somehow before we had left, our cat had gotten out. Melody took note of our cats personalities and knew something was wrong. Needless to say, we are very thankful to Melody for going above and beyond for our girls. I will be booking with her again!
Tori
This week
Melody was great and my cat was very comfortable with her right away even though she is a shy cat! She was on time both days, gave great updates and pictures and was good with any instructions. She also was available to come for a pre visit even though I booked last minute. I would definitely book her again! Thanks Melody!
Rosana
June 23, 2026
Melody was a reliable and attentive cat sitter throughout my trip. She provided daily updates with photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. She kept me informed about my cats’ feeding, playtime, and overall well-being each day. Melody was also diligent with feeding and litter box duties. She made sure everything was clean and well maintained. I returned home to two happy, well-cared-for cats. Highly recommended!
Brandon
December 30, 2025
Everything went great. Melody cared a bunch for my cats. She was flexible and responsive. She went above and beyond to make sure they were comfortable, even when they had a day where house noises were scaring them. We came home to happy, healthy, cuddly cats after our trip. Thank you Melody!
Casey
October 21, 2025
Melody is a wonderful sitter. She promptly scheduled our first meet to go over everything and get the keys. She helped care for my kitten and older cat for a week while I was out of town. She took excellent care of them. She sent me daily updates with photos. They both trusted her and came out to her instead of hiding. I would book Melody again when I need cat sitting for travel.
Juno
November 12, 2025
Melody has been an absolute delight working with my two cats - I came home from an international trip for them to act as if I never left, they were so well cared for. She is very attentive to their mood and wellbeing and sends check-in photos and updates whenever she visits. Would recommend to anyone looking for someone to entrust with their fur babies’ care!
Abbey
September 11, 2025
melody did an amazing job watching our cats! we even forgot our international drivers license and melody went over to our place the night we left to send photos of it to us. highly recommend her as a cat sitter!
Rosana
June 23, 2026
Melody was a reliable and attentive cat sitter throughout my trip. She provided daily updates with photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. She kept me informed about my cats’ feeding, playtime, and overall well-being each day. Melody was also diligent with feeding and litter box duties. She made sure everything was clean and well maintained. I returned home to two happy, well-cared-for cats. Highly recommended!
Wilson
January 3, 2026
Melody was fantastic. She came by and took care and played with my cat Maggie while I was out of country. She sent updates with photos and video every time she visits. Will book again for my next trip.
Coco
January 2, 2026
Was attentive to details and offered to help clean up. Sent pictures and detailed description of what was done and paid attention to any changes in behavior or habits. Definitely recommend!
Kristen
December 22, 2025
Melody was wonderful, very responsive and reliable. She sent me really cute photos of my two cats while we were away!
Lauren B
December 28, 2025
Melody is wonderful. She sends great updates with videos and photos, very thorough descriptions of what is going on. Our cat loves her! Very reliable. Thank you!!
Lauren B
September 22, 2025
Melody was very punctual, thorough, and kind! Communication was great. She sent many photos and videos as part of her updates. Would love to hire again!
John
September 1, 2025
Melody was fantastic. She was reliable and thoughtful. She always showed up on time and communicated clearly. She was very sweet and attentive to our cat and shared updates with us regularly. We could not be happier with her service. I highly recommend Melody!
Mary
June 23, 2026
Melody was awesome! Very helpful and communicative :)
Rita
June 21, 2026
Anne
April 27, 2026
Shamira
February 24, 2026
Leah
January 11, 2026
Melody took great care of our cats! She sent several photos at each visit and gave good updates. We would definitely have her cat sit for us again.
Vishnu
January 4, 2026
Melody was absolutely fantastic. She was excellent with my cat.
Leighton
December 31, 2025
Mallory
December 26, 2025
Melody took great care of our furbabies while we were away. We felt very confident that she had everything under control and we had zero worries. Will definitely book with her again!
John
November 17, 2025
Jacqueline
November 4, 2025
Reid
September 3, 2025
Shamira
September 2, 2025
Averee
August 25, 2025
Nicole
August 23, 2025
Melody was great! It was a relief knowing my baby was well taken care of!
Daniel
August 5, 2025
Melody is a cat-first kind of cat sitter. Her priorities are making sure your kittens are feeling their best when you’re out of town. She’s done very well with helping medicate my cat when need be and is very detail-oriented with everything. Not to mention she’s also really easy-going and great to communicate with!
Melissa
August 5, 2025
If you’re looking for someone who truly gets cats, Melody is it! She’s thoughtful, patient, and incredibly reliable. I always feel completely at ease knowing my cat is in her care.
Meowtel
August 5, 2025
Melody is a background-checked cat sitter in the Los Angeles area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.