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I'm Lena
Cat Sitting in Milpitas, CA
My name is Lena and I absolutely love cats!! I always enjoyed having cats around and had them since I was a child. I actively started taking care of them when I was 14.
I recently moved to the US and left Cherry, my 10 year old kitty, with my mom and dad (they’re treating her like a spoiled grandchild as they should!!).
In my years long experience I have taken care of all kinds of cats: neighborhood strays, ferals, kittens, senior cats and of course, my own spoiled ones.
I’m currently in the process of changing careers so my schedule is pretty open and very flexible.
I have a car so I can reach areas outside Milpitas and San Jose with ease... Hi everyone!
My name is Lena and I absolutely love cats!! I always enjoyed having cats around and had them since I was a child. I actively started taking care of them when I was 14.
I recently moved to the US and left Cherry, my 10 year old kitty, with my mom and dad (they’re treating her like a spoiled grandchild as they should!!).
In my years long experience I have taken care of all kinds of cats: neighborhood strays, ferals, kittens, senior cats and of course, my own spoiled ones.
I’m currently in the process of changing careers so my schedule is pretty open and very flexible.
I have a car so I can reach areas outside Milpitas and San Jose with ease.
I have cat sitting experience as well, the most recent ones with Mia, a beautiful tuxedo kitty in San Francisco, and Edie and Diego in New York.
I love cat sitting because I can’t have pets in my current apartment complex, so being able to take care of them through this channel brings me joy.
I also want people to feel safe and secure with entrusting their precious feline friends to someone that will care for them just as they would.
When approaching cats I’m unfamiliar with, I try to be as careful as possible. Talking softly and being mindful of my body movements as to not scare them.
Patience is key in the process and being respectful of their boundaries is just as important.
I believe that cats, but honestly all animals, need being treated gently and kindly, and as a cat sitter/cat lover I can provide that.
If you have any questions for me or you are curious about something, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’ll be happy to answer any and all questions!
Thank you!
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lena is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Nancy
January 10, 2026
Lena is a true cat-whisperer and my cat loves her. That pretty much says it all; my cat is not a social type. She had not been well, with a skin issue and arthritis, and Lena coaxed her out of hiding and helped her regain her confidence to be more out in the world again. I am so thankful.
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Mark
April 5, 2025
Lena took amazing care of our kittos, Loki & Baldur, while we were out of town. We received daily updates and photos from her, along with any updates or concerns. She also gave some great recommendations for us as our boys grow up. Thank you for the outstanding care you gave.
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Mark
July 1, 2025
This is the second time Lena has taken care of our kittos and we couldn’t be happier! Daily updates and photos kept us in the loop. Our boys were in the best hands while we were gone!
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Nancy
March 17, 2025
This is the second time Lena has looked after Willow and again I am so happy. Willow has (as Lena says) many boundaries (a hyper-cautious, ex-stray cat), and Lena was able to gently overcome many of those boundaries to have a positive rapport with my kitty. I felt so comfortable with her looking after Willow while I was away. She even fed the hummingbird family outside the kitchen window!
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Laurie
July 19, 2024
Leaving your kitty for nearly two weeks is stressful but with a true “cat lady” ☺️like Lena I was relaxed from the beginning and all the way through. Communicating daily with excellent photos and informative texts was perfect, showing me a happy cat. And Lena is one of only a small handful of “strangers” who got Wizard talking to her and eating while she was watching. I could go on. Thank you, Lena
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Pedro
July 12, 2024
our shy kitty Willow is afraid of everyone but us, so it was a surprise to us seeing how over a few days she warmed up to Lena. for our cat to be in the same room with strangers when we are not around is a miracle, and apparently Lena performed one. she’s great and we will def call upon her services in the near future.
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Drop in visits rates
Lena's is 35%
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
Lena's holiday surcharge is 35%.
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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.
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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.
Milpitas cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $40.00. 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
Nancy
January 10, 2026
Lena is a true cat-whisperer and my cat loves her. That pretty much says it all; my cat is not a social type. She had not been well, with a skin issue and arthritis, and Lena coaxed her out of hiding and helped her regain her confidence to be more out in the world again. I am so thankful.
Mark
April 5, 2025
Lena took amazing care of our kittos, Loki & Baldur, while we were out of town. We received daily updates and photos from her, along with any updates or concerns. She also gave some great recommendations for us as our boys grow up. Thank you for the outstanding care you gave.
Mark
July 1, 2025
This is the second time Lena has taken care of our kittos and we couldn’t be happier! Daily updates and photos kept us in the loop. Our boys were in the best hands while we were gone!
Nancy
March 17, 2025
This is the second time Lena has looked after Willow and again I am so happy. Willow has (as Lena says) many boundaries (a hyper-cautious, ex-stray cat), and Lena was able to gently overcome many of those boundaries to have a positive rapport with my kitty. I felt so comfortable with her looking after Willow while I was away. She even fed the hummingbird family outside the kitchen window!
Laurie
July 19, 2024
Leaving your kitty for nearly two weeks is stressful but with a true “cat lady” ☺️like Lena I was relaxed from the beginning and all the way through. Communicating daily with excellent photos and informative texts was perfect, showing me a happy cat. And Lena is one of only a small handful of “strangers” who got Wizard talking to her and eating while she was watching. I could go on. Thank you, Lena
Pedro
July 12, 2024
our shy kitty Willow is afraid of everyone but us, so it was a surprise to us seeing how over a few days she warmed up to Lena. for our cat to be in the same room with strangers when we are not around is a miracle, and apparently Lena performed one. she’s great and we will def call upon her services in the near future.
Christopher
January 3, 2024
Lena was excellent in her care of Chester and Ellie. Her visit time schedule was consistent, to help add regularity for the cats. Not only did she send us lots of photos of them everyday; but also got them to pose for photos, and of them playing with her and their toys . She gave us descriptions of their behavior too, so we knew that they were happy with the experience. Lena was super friendly in her communication also. We are super happy with her services and plan to reach out before our next trip.
Robert
May 29, 2023
Lena has been a dream come true. Has been flexible, punctual, and very helpful in finding ways to get Cooper to take his meds, food, and water. He is now back on schedule with his meds and obviously feeling better and is more active. And he loves her and trusts her
Wes
January 3, 2024
My reservation with Lena was great. Her response times are very fast. She has great updates with good pictures. Our cat is very scared of people he doesn't know and she was able to pet him on the 2nd day. I highly recommend Lena and would use her again.
Samantha
December 31, 2023
Lena did an amazing job with Totoro again. He is anxious when we are gone and takes a bit to warm up, but she was so patient with him!
Kellina
September 6, 2023
Lena did a great job taking care of Bebe. Her updates were a great help to us to know how Bebe was doing, and she was prompt with a couple minor adjustments we needed to make with Bebe. Don't hesitate to trust your cat with Lena.
Lorin
July 26, 2023
Lena was the best cat sitter I could’ve asked for. She stayed at my apartment for 12 hour chunks during the day, and not once did I feel anxious about it! She constantly gave me updates about how the cats were eating and acting, she sent a bunch of pictures every day too. I felt super confident in Lena doing everything the way I asked, and my kitties were taken care of perfectly! Book her ASAP!
Robert
June 12, 2023
Lena has an extremely good way with cats, is very good at giving Cooper his meds, and very knowledgeable about cats and treatments. She should be a Veteranarian Tech.
Samantha
November 30, 2023
Lena did a wonderful job caring for and playing with Totoro! We got updates and pictures with each visit, and felt at ease while we were out of town. We have already booked Lena again for our next trip!
Mark
December 28, 2025
We request Lena to check in on our kittos again and are not disappointed. She is great with them, sending us updates and daily photos.
Taylor
January 5, 2024
Lena was the perfect cat sitter! We have 3 cats with strong personalities, 2 of which don’t get along yet, & Lena was able to connect & care for each of them in their own way. She was responsive, detailed, & handled our senior kitty & his medicine with care. Definitely recommend!
Mark
This month
Lena is always amazing with our kittos!
Andrew
July 26, 2025
Samantha
April 30, 2025
Taylor
April 10, 2025
Taylor
November 4, 2024
Taylor
August 19, 2024
Kaya
August 6, 2024
Absolutely love Lena and honestly don’t trust anyone else to watch my sweet angel kitty:)
Taylor
July 23, 2024
Andrew
July 8, 2024
Andrew
July 6, 2024
Lena was great! Buddy and Binx really enjoyed spending time with her and we appreciated her updates! I recommend Lena for your kitties!
Samantha
June 4, 2024
Lena does so well with Totoro, we will continue to book her as our sitter as long as she's available!
Samantha
April 29, 2024
Taylor
April 16, 2024
Joan
April 15, 2024
Lena did a great job caring for the cats in a somewhat complicated situation. She was flexible with her time and very accommodating. I appreciate everything she did.
Wes
January 8, 2024
Andrew
January 4, 2024
Andrew
November 26, 2023
Lena did a great job! she did everything asked and went above and beyond taking care of my elderly cat.
Blake
October 24, 2023
Robert
June 25, 2023
Outstanding way with cats and very flexible.
Jeannette
June 12, 2023
Lena is awesome. She is thoughtful and reliable. Lena took really good care of my cat and communicated with me regularly. I highly recommend her-your cat will be in good hands.
Meowtel
May 16, 2023
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