I'm Sairah

Your Friendly Neighborhood Cat Lady

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6 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

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

Sairah is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Your Friendly Neighborhood Cat Lady

I'm Sairah

Cat Sitting in Mission Viejo, CA

I am a biomedical engineer by day and a loving cat mom by night. I have years of experience caring for my own 3 cats - giving love, kisses and medication when needed. I have experience in cat fostering with a local rescue. I also take care of friends' cats when they go on vacations - feeding, playing a... I am a biomedical engineer by day and a loving cat mom by night. I have years of experience caring for my own 3 cats - giving love, kisses and medication when needed. I have experience in cat fostering with a local rescue. I also take care of friends' cats when they go on vacations - feeding, playing and cuddling them when their own parents are out of town. I love introducing myself to all cats and spending quality time learning their personalities. Whether your cat is brave and charismatic or shy and quiet, I am happy to provide them with a safe and loving environment while their parents are away.

Learn More About Sairah

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

I cared for my mom's cats while she would go out of town for the last 10 years. I also have taken care of my friends' cats while they are on vacation for the last 3 years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love all cats. Cat sitting provides the opportunity to meet new cats and learn new personalities. I love caring and loving for cats while their parents are out of town so they aren't lonely.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 3 cats. Their names are Captain Harlock, Avandra the Changebringer and Melora the Wildmother. Harlock is a 10 year old male cat who was found roaming my neighborhood streets as a kitten. Avandra is a 8 year old female cat who grew up in foster care and I adopted with my husband before we got married. Melora is a 3 year old female cat who was found at a bus station. She is our foster fail.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Foster Parent

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Milana

Milana

May 29, 2025

This was my first time using Meowtel and Sairah was helpful and friendly from the beginning. When I first reached out about pet sitting she was quick to respond. She was punctual, detail oriented and thorough when coming to meet the cats. I felt very comfortable leaving the cats in her care. She sent great pictures and updates on the cats everyday, which really helped ease my mind when traveling. She was patient with my shy kitties and they completely opened with her and were super happy even while we were gone. My cats like to play hide and seek with treats, and I mentioned it in passing but didn’t include it in their routine. However, she went above and beyond to do that activity with them, which really shows how much she cares about the cats she’s taking care of. I also have a lizard (who I didn’t include in the pet sitting) but she still sent me picture updates of him as well. Sairah is truly an excellent pet sitter and I would recommend her services to anyone looking for a pet sitter in the area.

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Heather

Heather

This month

Sairah did a great job caring for my 2 cats while I was out on international travel. She was attentive and communicative and provided great updates with photos each day that she came to visit the cats, which gave me peace of mind while being halfway around the world. Would recommend!

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Marlo

Marlo

June 17, 2025

From the moment we saw Sairah's profile, we knew she was purrfect. We were going on our honeymoon and wanted someone who really, deeply understood cats....when I saw the photo of her cat in a harness on a leash, I knew she was "the one". I immediately sent to my hubby and we agreed to book her right away. Sairah was very thorough, thoughtful, and kept us in the loop with every visit. She even vacuumed our cat, because he loves that. He was obviously comfortable with her during her pre-visit and she just gave us so much peace of mind with our sweet 19 year old baby. I would 200% recommend her and will absolutely ask her to watch him again. When our flight was delayed to the next day, she even put my meal kit delivery in the fridge....just above and beyond. 10 out of 5 stars!!!! Thank you, Sairah, for being sooo amazing. We cannot express our gratitude enough!!

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Zulma

Zulma

March 8, 2025

I couldn’t be more pleased with the exceptional care my two cats received from Sairah while I was away. She went above and beyond in every aspect of pet sitting. From meticulously feeding them and keeping their area spotless to engaging with my playful boy and patiently coaxing my shy kitty out of her shell, she demonstrated genuine dedication and skill. Sairah was consistently punctual, providing detailed updates and wonderful pictures that reassured me of their well-being. I can tell from the pics that my boy Athos enjoyed her visits! Overall, Sairah is amazing, and I wouldn’t hesitate to entrust her with my cats again! Her level of care and professionalism are top tier.

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Response from Sairah

Thank you so much for your kind words, Zulma! It was such am honor to take care of your kitties. 😻

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Virginia

Virginia

July 30, 2025

I cannot say enough positive things about Sairah. From the moment we first met her I could tell how experienced and caring she is. She definitely knows her stuff. Was Very professional and reliable. I was so happy that she provided daily updates with pictures and a synopsis of how our beloved kitty was doing. From the moment she arrived she would immediately text us and let us know she was at our home. Would send at least 5-6 pictures which really put my husband and I at ease since it was our first time using Mowtel and we have never really trusted anyone to watch our cat before. She even would water our plants for us which was so nice! If you live in South Orange county she would be a perfect fit! I cannot wait to book her for my next vacation as I know my kitty will definitely be in good hands and I can actually enjoy my time away and not worry.

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B W

B W

March 20, 2025

My cat clearly enjoyed spending time with Sairah so much, that when I returned home just as Sairah was making her final visit, the cat walked off and refused to see me for at least an hour! Sairah was so good about sending daily updates and photos and I booked her again before I returned from my last trip.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$36.29 / 20min
$53.92 / 45min
$67.14 / 60min
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I work an 8am-5pm Monday through Friday, as such I am unable to do visits during the mornings and afternoons on those days.

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Trust & Safety

Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.

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.

Mission Viejo cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $35.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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