I'm Annabelle

Annabelle's Cat Care

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12 Reviews
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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

Annabelle is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Annabelle's Cat Care

I'm Annabelle

Cat Sitting in Oakland, CA

Hello!! As a lifelong cat lover and cat parent myself, I understand how important it is to leave your pets in the care of someone you trust. I am a reliable, communicative, and loving sitter who will give you that peace of mind while you’re away. Whether your cat is shy and needs patience, calm energy, and respect for their space, is full of energy and needs lots of interactive play, and/or socia... Hello!! As a lifelong cat lover and cat parent myself, I understand how important it is to leave your pets in the care of someone you trust. I am a reliable, communicative, and loving sitter who will give you that peace of mind while you’re away. Whether your cat is shy and needs patience, calm energy, and respect for their space, is full of energy and needs lots of interactive play, and/or social and needs extra pets and affection, I’ll be sure to provide them the care they need. Every cat has a unique personality, and I really enjoy getting to know their specific temperament and routine so they feel as comfortable as possible while you're away. Overall, I treat every cat how I’d want my own to be treated while I’m away, and will be sure to communicate well whenever they are in my care.

Learn More About Annabelle

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

I have worked as a pet sitter and house sitter since I was in college, and began cat sitting intermittently since moving to the bay in 2021.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two kitties, dot and george! Dot loves people and pets, george can be shy but loves to play and eat treats.

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

I let timid or anxious cats approach me and give them lots of time to adjust to my presence. I find the fastest way to freak out a cat is to force the interaction.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

5.00
12 reviews
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Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
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Tidiness
Holly

Holly

August 11, 2026

Annabelle was amazing! She came by daily to check in on our two cats and fed them, played with them, and also made sure the litter box was clean. She also sent a lot of photos (which we love!) and shared updates on how the girls were doing. Highly recommend Annabelle!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Joanne

Joanne

September 1, 2026

Annabelle took wonderful care of our two senior girls, including handling their medication needs. She was attentive, dependable, and kept us well updated while we were away. We would absolutely recommend Annabelle and look forward to having her care for our girls again!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Joanne

Joanne

September 28, 2026

Annabelle provided great care for our senior girls, which included dosing meds and sharing cuddles. She updated us after each visit and I highly recommend her for cat care needs.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Gabrielle

Gabrielle

This month

Annabelle is trustworthy and sweet, always updates me with tons of photos. Definitely worth it for the peace of mind she offers! I'm glad she was the first person I found on the app 💛

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Eric

Eric

This week

Annabelle has been great at taking care of my cat while I was away!!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Holly

Holly

This week

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.75 / 20min
$54.40 / 45min
$70.20 / 60min

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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.

Oakland 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 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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