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I'm Bessie
Cat Sitting in Marina Del Rey, CA
I approach every cat with patience, gentleness, and respect for their personality and boundaries. My goal is to create a calm, consistent environment where your cat feels safe, seen, and cared for while you’re away... Hi! I’m Bessie, long-time cat lover and experienced pet sitter. I know and love that all cats are different and am ready to build a caring relationship with your kitty, whether they be a shy hider, sneaky spy, or social butterfly!
I approach every cat with patience, gentleness, and respect for their personality and boundaries. My goal is to create a calm, consistent environment where your cat feels safe, seen, and cared for while you’re away.
I have been cat sitting for over ten years and am experienced with:
• Shy or anxious cats
• Multi-cat households
• Administering medication
• Playtime, brushing, and daily enrichment
• Litterbox cleaning and tidying
• Following specific care routines to the letter
Whether your cat wants quiet companionship or full-on playtime workouts, I tailor my care to meet their unique needs. I’ll send updates and photos on whatever frequency you prefer so you can feel confident your kitty is in good hands!
Let’s give your cat the calm, cozy care they deserve while you’re away!
Learn More About Bessie
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting for over ten years for friends and clients, and have experience in all types of kitties- particularly anxious or shy cats and administering medication. I am confident and able to tailor my sitting experience to your cats needs!
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
That every personality and relationship will be different! I really enjoy getting to know your furry friend and seeing how to best care for them while you’re away.
What is your favorite cat toy?
You can’t beat a classic wand! It’s so fun to see the kitty become a gymnast and test out their hunting skills.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Bessie is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Kristen
August 28, 2025
Bessie was an amazing sitter for my two young kittens. I hadn’t left them alone before, and Bessie put my mind at ease with frequent updates and photos, twice a day. She took care of everything and even brought in our trash can from the curb after trash day before I could ask her to help with it. Super highly recommended… we will be asking Bessie to help us out again on our next trip!
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Courtney
August 13, 2025
Bessie was great! I booked her for the first time I left my new kitten and adult cat alone together and I gave her a lot of various instructions because they are still getting used to each other. The older cat is a bit tough sometimes especially with strangers and the kitten is really hyperactive and she did an amazing job being patient with both of them! She also gave me regular updates which was much appreciated. Highly recommend!
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Mary
February 3, 2026
Bessie was fantastic! It was my first time leaving my new cat alone so I was nervous, but it helped knowing he was in Bessie’s care. She was very helpful and communicative!
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Courtney
September 11, 2025
have used Bessie 3 times now, she’s amazing! So reliable and great with the cats, even my grumpy old lady cat is warming up!!
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Leah
April 2, 2026
Bessie took such great care of our cats! She provided regular updates and photos. We would have her look after our cats again!
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Mary
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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.
Marina Del Rey cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $38.00. 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 free 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 free Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Kristen
August 28, 2025
Bessie was an amazing sitter for my two young kittens. I hadn’t left them alone before, and Bessie put my mind at ease with frequent updates and photos, twice a day. She took care of everything and even brought in our trash can from the curb after trash day before I could ask her to help with it. Super highly recommended… we will be asking Bessie to help us out again on our next trip!
Courtney
August 13, 2025
Bessie was great! I booked her for the first time I left my new kitten and adult cat alone together and I gave her a lot of various instructions because they are still getting used to each other. The older cat is a bit tough sometimes especially with strangers and the kitten is really hyperactive and she did an amazing job being patient with both of them! She also gave me regular updates which was much appreciated. Highly recommend!
Mary
February 3, 2026
Bessie was fantastic! It was my first time leaving my new cat alone so I was nervous, but it helped knowing he was in Bessie’s care. She was very helpful and communicative!
Courtney
September 11, 2025
have used Bessie 3 times now, she’s amazing! So reliable and great with the cats, even my grumpy old lady cat is warming up!!
Leah
April 2, 2026
Bessie took such great care of our cats! She provided regular updates and photos. We would have her look after our cats again!
Mary
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Mary
April 20, 2026
Kristina
December 17, 2025
Victoria
September 10, 2025
Courtney
August 25, 2025
Ashley
July 21, 2025
Bessie has watched my cat a few times and is very respectful of both the cat and of my apartment. She shows up when she says she will and is very reliable! She feeds, waters and cleans the litter box in alignment with any direction given. My cat on occasion has a special food she needs and I can always trust that Bessie will understand and follow the direction given for administering that. My cat can be unfriendly towards new faces but Bessie is great at reading the needs of any animal and knowing when its okay to try to play, or when its time to give them their personal space. I will definitely trust Bessie with my cat again!
Searra
July 21, 2025
Bessie is very trustworthy and respectful of people and animals alike! She loves cats and has been a trusted source for cat-sitting for friends and family for years. She's highly communicative, organized, and has great problem-solving skills.
Meowtel
July 21, 2025
Bessie is a background-checked cat sitter in the Marina Del Rey area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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