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5.00
25 Reviews
< 1 hr Response Time
13 Repeat clients
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50+ Meowtel reservations completed
50+ Meowtel reservations completed
Active in the last week
Active in the last week
Meowtel Sitter for 4+ years
Meowtel Sitter for 4+ years
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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

Kristina is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

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Kristina Paw-Some Cat Sitter In Newark Read Bio

I'm Kristina

Cat Sitting in Newark, CA

UPDATE as of 8/2025: Thank you for your interest in booking with me! I have decided to go back to school to pursue my master's degree, and will be mostly unavailable beginning in August 2025 to September 2026. With working full time and in school full time, I am worried my availability to cat sit will be very limited. Please send me a message if y... UPDATE as of 8/2025: Thank you for your interest in booking with me! I have decided to go back to school to pursue my master's degree, and will be mostly unavailable beginning in August 2025 to September 2026. With working full time and in school full time, I am worried my availability to cat sit will be very limited. Please send me a message if you are interested in booking, and I will take a look at my schedule during the time you need.

Thank you for your understanding.

Hello! I'm Kristina and I am from the East Bay part of the Bay Area. I have been a cat mom for over 5 years to 4 fur babies, and have been cat sitting for 3+ years! Please send me a message if you have any questions!

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

I have had nothing but great experiences with cat sitting! I started in February of 2022 and have had over 25 clients since!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 4 cats! My family and I rescued a mom cat and her 4 babies back in May 2020. Unfortunately one of the kitties passed in May 2022 due to the FIP illness. I have the mom named Virgo (named after my astrological sign), and her three babies are Zeus, Boots, and Luna.

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

I recommend reaching out to the cat sitter you're interested in and asking any questions or concerns you have before booking! Not all cat sitters are experienced handling certain situations, so it is good to ask first before booking and assuming. Get to know your potential cat sitter as much as possible. I always enjoy answering any questions about my personal life and cat sitting expertise.

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

When I come through the door, I carefully open it in case any cats are hanging by the door from the inside. This prevents them from running out if they do have a tendency of doing that. I always reach my hand out in front of them so they can get familiar with my scent. I then pet them gently so they know I mean no harm. In the house, I will look around in the general living space and listen for any odd noises. This helps me ensure it is only me in the home (unless otherwise told). This helps me feel safe during my visit. If I do notice anything strange, I will let the client know asap.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Most of the time yes. Please look at my availability on my calendar as I do close off dates as soon as I know I will be out of town or unavailable.

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

I am gentle with my movements and don't do anything that would make the cat more anxious or timid. Being on ground level with them also helps from what I have noticed. I speak gently and will do my best to get them calm. I do not and will not force them to come out if they are hiding.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

5.00
25 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Kristen

Kristen

August 2, 2025

Kristina has been helping us take care of our cats since 2022. She is caring and responsible. I enjoy seeing the photos of our cats while we are away from home. we just recently adopted a rumbunctious kitten and were not sure if we could leave them alone together. Kristina did a great job watching them for 2 weeks and it seems like the cats got along really well and are doing better than ever! Kristina is awesome and we really appreciate her!

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Christina

Christina

December 5, 2023

Kristina did a wonderful job caring for my little Persian. He needs lots of love and good brushings. Kristina did both! She also took time to let him play with his favorite feather toy. He was all fluffy and in good spirits when I returned home.

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Katia

Katia

February 19, 2023

Kristina was on time for our meet and greet, excited to meet the kiddos and took wonderful care of them. She sent photos of their well-being which truly set me at ease. Thank you!

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Elizabeth

Elizabeth

September 20, 2025

Kristina is rgeta with our cat! She responds quickly, gave us great updates, and was able to adapt to our plans when they changed.

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Katia

Katia

February 19, 2023

Kristina was communicative, followed all instructions and had no problems with my two kitties. A great experience and flexible with my poor timing and scheduling.

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Elizabeth

Elizabeth

August 6, 2022

Kristina was a great cat sitter for us! She was a prompt communicator, for the reservation confirmation , the initial visit and during the visits, She kept us informed of each visit (including some adorable photos) - we knew our cats were being well cared-for. I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$43.00 / 20min
$57.25 / 45min
$71.50 / 60min

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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.

Newark cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $39.00. 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!

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25 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)