I'm Natalie

Cat Sitting In Monterey

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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

Natalie is experienced with 5 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Inhalers

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Cat Sitting In Monterey

I'm Natalie

Cat Sitting in Monterey, CA

Hello! I’m Natalie. I am a cat parent to 2 beautiful black felines named Fern & Yuzu. Fern & Yuzu (both SPCA rescues) have made my life so much sweeter and are simply the best companions ever!
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I've grown up with critters of all sorts, including cats, dogs, birds, and rabbits. I am thoughtful, responsible, and caring.
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In my free time, I enjoy baking, playing video games, and building forts for my kitties. ...
Hello! I’m Natalie. I am a cat parent to 2 beautiful black felines named Fern & Yuzu. Fern & Yuzu (both SPCA rescues) have made my life so much sweeter and are simply the best companions ever!
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I've grown up with critters of all sorts, including cats, dogs, birds, and rabbits. I am thoughtful, responsible, and caring.
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In my free time, I enjoy baking, playing video games, and building forts for my kitties. I'd be delighted to share some of that love with your cats as well.
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In addition to providing a full summary of my visit with photos, my visit will include: Litter box maintenance, serving meals as instructed, washing bowls, cleaning up messes. If needed I can administer medication such as topical ointments, transdermal gels, eye and ear drops, and oral pills.
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Availability: Varies

I can't wait to meet you!

Learn More About Natalie

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

I have been cat sitting for a while now and I’ve learned so much along the way. Having 2 young cats of my own helps tremendously too.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

What I enjoy most about cat sitting is getting to know your cats quirks and personality. It brings me alot of joy when cats are comfortable and confident while I hang out with them.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

My favorite cat sitting reservation would have to be Ham & Cheese. They are 2 sweet “brothers” who enjoy chirping at their wand toys when I play with them. So fun!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 2 black cats named Fern (girl) and Yuzu (boy).

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

My advice to prospective customers would be to look for a cat sitter with a passion for animals.

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

My typical process is to first and foremost establish a meet and greet. At the meet and greet I’d like to get to know you, your cat, and their routine. I also want to know the locations of cat food, water, litter, and cleaning products. And lastly, instructions for retrieving key/entry to your residence.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I ensure safety by always being soft spoken and kind to the cats. If they are open to it, I will pet them and play with them. And of course, I always make sure doors, windows, and cabinets are closed.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I am usually available during holidays unless my calander suggests otherwise.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite cat toy is the Cat Dancer!

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

When cats are timid or anxious I will try to speak softly and even offer them a Churu. I also try to give them space to become familiar with my scent.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Inhalers

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Jane

Jane

This month

Natalie is a true cat person. She tries hard to make Bentley comfortable while we are away, and always sends photo proof that he is fine. You can count on her to take care of your feline friend.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Leslie

Leslie

October 2, 2023

Natalie was amazing and very accommodating of my changing schedule. Great communication - She provided great photos and detailed updates all throughout the 7 day sit. I'm pretty sure my cat had a better time playing with Natalie than with me. I highly recommend and will be requesting her help again.

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Emma

Emma

February 15, 2024

Natalie totally charmed my shy cat and had play time with my social one :) she did a great job with everything, I’d definitely book with her again! I think the photos she sent of them are better than the photos I have of them haha

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Shelby

Shelby

August 28, 2023

10/10 best cat sitter We have a shy grumpy old man, and he warmed up to her faster than we've ever seen Will definitely book with Natalie again!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Natalie

Thanks for your kind words Shelby. Beaux was such a fun boy to hang out with. Give him a hug for me!

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Laura

Laura

May 15, 2023

Natalie took such good care of our boys and gave us updates and lots of pictures! She went above and beyond to make sure the boys were cared for, played with, and loved. She even brought little freezer dried treats and left us some adorable Polaroids as keepsakes.

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Ruth

Ruth

April 3, 2023

Natalie was terrific!!! I was a little nervous cause it was the first time leaving Sassy with a sitter. Sassy was thoroughly engaged and Natalie sent us fabulous pics. Highly recommend!!! 👍

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$26.55 / 20min
$40.80 / 45min
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Schedule Constraints

For Christmas week I am only available for one late afternoon or evening visit per day.

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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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Featured Cat Sitters Near Monterey, CA

  • Elle in Monterey cares for cats with thoughtful attention, photo updates, and medication skills for pills, eye/ear drops, and topical ointments. With Peanut, Fleur, and HeiHei at home, they bring Fear Free and Pet CPR/First Aid training, accept new clients, and usually take holiday overnight stays 🐾

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  • Victoria in Watsonville brings a cat-owner’s eye for detail, caring for Marshmallow and Iris plus foster kittens. She handles oral meds, topical ointments, and eye/ear drops, welcomes new clients, and responds very fast 🐾

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  • Natalie in Monterey cares for cats like Fern & Yuzu, her two black rescue kitties, with thoughtful attention and detailed photo updates. A Sitter on Meowtel for 3+ years, they accept new clients, usually take holidays, and handle meds like pills, drops, and injections 🐾

    Holiday-Ready Cat Care 🐱
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  • Raul is a Monterey sitter who tailors care to each cat, offers overnight stays, weekends, holidays, and new-client bookings, and can give oral meds, inhalers, eye or ear drops, and topical ointments. They also enjoy unique photos 📸🐱

    Tailored Cat Care, Great Pics
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  • Sandra offers calm, reliable care for shy, senior, and multi-cat homes in Watsonville 🐱 She handles topical ointments, eye and ear drops, plus oral meds or pills, accepts new clients, usually takes holidays and weekends, and replies very fast.

    Gentle care, fast replies 🐱
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  • Ellie, a cat mom in Salinas, pairs animal rescue work with hands-on care for kittens through hospice cats. She welcomes new clients, usually takes weekends and holidays, responds very fast, and handles meds from pills to injections 🐾. Shy cats often seem at ease with her.

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  • Kim is a Bay Area transplant in Salinas who brings 10 years of fostering and rescue volunteering to cat care. They’re especially skilled with meds, including pills, eye drops, injections, and subcutaneous fluids 🐱. They accept new clients and offer overnights, with two playful rescue cats at home.

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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.

Monterey cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $27.00. 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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