I'm Melanie
A cat sitter in Los Angeles, CA
You aren't charged until Melanie confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.
Over 50,000 happy kitties serviced on Meowtel
I'm Melanie | Cat Sitting in Los Angeles, CA
👋 I’m Melanie. I’ve been a cat lady ever since I can remember. My best friend as a toddler was my mom's siamese, Mitzi. I had to say goodbye to the love of my life — a tuxedo named Maxwell Wellington on 12/6/20. I found him as a young adult stray September 2006. He had hyperthyroidism, IBD, chronic pancreatitis, hip dysplasia and cognitive dysfunction (kitty dementia). Because of this, I am skilled in administering various types of medication including subcutaneous fluids. I volunteered for years with a LA based cat rescue. This allowed me to help socialize and care for many different types of cats as well as personality types. I am happy to say I’ve been called a cat whisper on multiple occasions. 🥰 CURRENT & PAST KITTIES INCLUDE: *multiple kitties with kidney failure (subcutaneous fluids and b12 shots administered) *kitties with congestive heart failure (oral meds) *kitty with mega colon (multiple oral meds twice daily) *kitties with IBS & IBD (meds, special diets) *kitties with asthma (inhalers required) *kitties with various cancers (some on chemo) *diabetic kitty (insulin injections twice daily) *blind kitty with a heart condition (oral meds twice daily) *multiple cats with thyroid conditions (oral/topical meds daily) *partially blind & partially deaf cat (oral meds, eye drops) OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES: *Any reservation requests or messages sent after 8p will be answered the following day. Pet sitting is my FT job so I look at this as office hours. *Generally speaking, I require at least 7 days notice. I understand emergencies ...
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Melanie's Reviews
Elicia
Melanie was wonderful as always and took great care of Molly!
Cathleen
Melanie is an absolute gem! Her dedication to caring for my three senior cats is nothing short of extraordinary. Despite the unique challenges posed by their special needs and varying temperaments, Melanie consistently rises to the occasion. She not only expertly administers their medications but also takes the time to understand and connect with each cat's distinct personality. What sets Melanie apart is her meticulous approach – she goes above and beyond, leaving no detail unnoticed. From sending heartwarming pictures and videos to her thorough documentation of every visit, Melanie ensures that I'm not just informed but also emotionally reassured about my cats' well-being in my absence. Her professionalism shines through, and her genuine care for my furbabies is palpable. Furthermore, Melanie always handles situations with grace and she leaves my home as pristine as she found it. In my experience with various sitters, Melanie surpasses them all with her exceptional commitment, and she is truly an invaluable asset to me. If you’re seeking not just a caretaker but a compassionate guardian for your beloved felines, look no further. I wholeheartedly recommend Melanie for her unwavering dedication and unparalleled professionalism.
Charlotte
As always, Melanie took amazing care of my cats. She always goes above and beyond to send me updates, adjust their food intake based on what they did or didn’t eat, and sends great pics and videos so I can say hi from wherever I am 🩵
Amber
Always amazing, never have to worry about anything! Super detailed!
Amber
She outdid herself =)
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Melanie's Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications
- Shelter Volunteer
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
