Nico's Safe Haven For Shy Kitties
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Repeat clients: 3
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Hello,

I'm Nicole

A cat sitter in Los Angeles, CA

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
9 REVIEWS

You aren't charged until Nicole 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 Nicole | Cat Sitting in Los Angeles, CA

Hi! I’m Nico, and I’m a cat lover! I’m also a general lover of all beings big & small (fun fact: I used to beekeep full time!). I’m based in Silverlake, and am happy to service surrounding neighborhoods. *NOTE: I work part-time/freelance jobs so my schedule is flexible. However, due to the variable nature of my work, please message me before making a reservation so I can confirm that I am available during the time of day you'd like me to visit your cat(s).* I’ve been a guardian of my senior kitty, Timmy, for 5 years, and have learned so much about living with and caring for cats. I’ve learned how much personality a cat can have and how much love they have for those who listen to and care for them. I’m also very patient with cats as I know it takes time to build trust with (some of) them. I approach any relationship with a cat from an intuitive point ...

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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I do! I have a senior cat (13 years) named Timmy. I’ve had him for 5 years and he’s changed my life. I never had cats growing up since my mom is allergic. I didn’t know how much cats can teach us about love! I am so grateful for my Timtim!

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

Confirm that the dates do work for me, then schedule a meet and greet where I get to meet the human and kitty in person in their home. I’m also happy to schedule a virtual meet and greet if that is preferred. I will take notes during the meeting and plan to collect keys whenever it is most convenient for my client.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

Be patient and gentle. My own cat was like this when I adopted him. Give them space, but be fully present when they engage with you. Be consistent with showing up and create routine. I like to show the cats that I am reliable.

Nicole's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Helen

Nicole is a master. My senior cat had just come home from the vet with a daunting medication schedule, and Nicole managed to get every dose into him. She also gave all 3 kitties so much love and play, they were clearly thriving when we came home. Nicole pays attention to every detail, and is a great communicator—we highly recommend her!

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Response from Nicole on Jun 24, 2024 "thank you so much, Helen! it was a pleasure getting to care for Fergus, Foxy and Flo"
June 24, 2024
Peter

Nicole was great with our two cats and went the extra mile to build rapport with our sky kitty. She provided detailed updates so we knew our cats were well taken care of through our entire time away!

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Response from Nicole on May 21, 2024 "thank you for your earnest review, Peter! building trust + security with Korben meant everything to me! Zorg was a joy to care for as well"
May 21, 2024
Isabel

This was Nicole's second time caring for my cat. She did a wonderful job! She is very caring, thorough and attentive. She went above and beyond to make sure my cat was happy and left my home even tidier than when she arrived. Thank you Nicole!!!

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Response from Nicole on May 21, 2024 "thank you for your kind words, Isabel! looking after sundae was a real treat (😉) and honor!"
May 21, 2024
Isabel

Nicole did a wonderful job watching my cats for the weekend. So appreciative of her updates, loving care, and tidiness. She even vacuumed around the litterbox. 10/10!!!!

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May 7, 2024
Jonah

Wow, I can't recommend Nicole enough! She took care of Squeaky and Lloyd while we were away and did an outstanding job. Not only did she follow all my instructions to the letter, but they also went above and beyond to ensure my cats felt comfortable and loved. She even brought in my packages and took the trash out . Every update she sent me included photos was detailed and reassuring, giving me peace of mind during my trip. She genuinely cares about animals, and I wouldn't hesitate to book her again in the future. Thanks a million, Nicole!!!

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April 29, 2024
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Nicole's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Oral Medication / Pills

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

will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $43.00. 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.

Nico's Safe Haven For Shy Kitties
5.00 • 9 reviewsFrom $35.25