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I'm Denise

A cat sitter in Los Angeles, CA

4.97/5.00
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39 REVIEWS

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I'm Denise | Cat Sitting in Los Angeles, CA

HI!! 👋🏽 Welcome to my Sitter Page. 😊 My name is Denise (aka Nini). I was a Vet Tech for over 8 years and worked with many different species. I had a career change and am currently pursuing my Master's Degree in Traditional East Asian Medicine (Acupunture + Herbs). Due to my graduate program, my availability is limited until June 26th. For this Summer, I have no personal restrictions :) I’m originally from Miami, FL - I have been living in Los Angeles for about 4 years. In the past, I worked in Primary Care and Emergency Medicine Animal Clinics. I've also been an intern & employee of a Rehabilitation Center for Owl Monkeys in South Florida. During my undergrad years, I participated in Research & Conservation projects with Zoo Miami. I guess you can say I know my way around taking care of all kinds of species. While I was a Vet Tech, I also worked with a Pet Sitting/Dog Walking company where the kitties were my specialty. Clients would consistently request me as their lead pet sitter when booking services. My knowledge about animals, their health, and well-being are also a plus, especially when dealing with special needs pets or seniors. Rest assured, if your cat needs medications to be administered, I can help you out. Every kitty has a special place in my heart, even after one encounter. I understand that cats can be particular about their environments and feeding sc...

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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been a cat sitter for about 10 years while also working as a Veterinary Technician. While I no longer work as a Veterinary Technician, I still offer cat sitting services as I truly enjoy taking care of animals.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Being able to to see each cat's personality come out as the reservation continues. I love spending time with each kitty, since I don't have one of my own at the moment. It gives me that cute pet time we all need in our lives.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Be patient and trust your intuition when it comes to choosing a cat sitter for your beloved pet. If you have to go through several meet-and-greets to find the sitter you're comfortable with, that's perfectly okay. AND don't be afraid to ask all the questions that come to mind :)

Denise's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Alison

Denise saved the day when my previous sitter canceled because of new urinary issues for one of my cats. She was quick to respond and easy to work with to figure out timing and align on the sit. She showed up to promptly to the meet and sitting appointments and followed all of the detailed instructions I gave around food and medication. She gave me frequent, charming updates and pictures, and I could tell from her updates that she really cared about my cats and my cats really enjoyed her company. Jerry even sat on her lap which is special. When I came home my home was in perfect condition. I would definitely recommend Denise and work with her again.

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May 20, 2025
Melinda

Great sitter! I always know I can count on Denise to take great care of my kitties, whether it’s a drop-in feeding or an extended overnight booking.

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May 18, 2025
Elizabeth

Judy warmed up to Denise so quickly, and Denise was able to administer her medications that first day, which I had been most concerned about prior to the overnight. She was super communicative and was careful to double check dosage and other important details. Most importantly, Demise spent plenty of quality time with my girl, so I expect Judy to be all the more relaxed around her the next time around. I will definitely be using Denise again!

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April 28, 2025
Melinda

Once again, a smooth vacation for us and our kitties - they love Denise!

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March 19, 2025
Matt

Denise did an amazing job with our gremlin, handling her medication needs with ease and stealing her heart with punctual meals. A lot of people claim to be "cat whisperers," but she's the real deal.

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Response from Denise on Jan 22, 2025 "Thank you, Matt! It was an absolute delight to look after Pickle. She stole my heart first with her cute meows 💕"
January 14, 2025
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Denise's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Animal CPR Trained
  • Vet Tech

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Injections / Diabetic Management
  • Subcutaneous Fluids
  • Inhalers

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 26th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

Frequently Asked Questions

Los Angeles cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $37.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Purrs Play  Gentle Care By Nini
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