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I'm Dawn

A cat sitter in Oakland, CA

5.00/5.00
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21 REVIEWS

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I'm Dawn | Cat Sitting in Oakland, CA

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Learn More About Dawn

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

I have helped folks with in home quick visits for some playtime, litter clean-up feeding and social time. I have also done multiple overnight stays. I first began helping friends with their cats in 2001. I have become friends with semi-agressive cats, super shy cats and adore the social in you face stage ten clingers and cuddlers. I have experience with cats who are on special diets for weight or other health issues. All types of medications. I volunteered at a non-profit clinic giving vaccinations, de-wormers, paw trims and other simple needs. I also really enjoy petting all the kitties and find it very fulfiling. I am interested in overnight/vacation/holiday stays and daily visits.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Making sure the kitties feel loved and have attention while their family is away. Meeting and be-friending other cats. Making sure they know they are not alone while the family is away.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

Little Miss Elliott was a stray I pulled from an empty lot. Her siblings had all passed and the mother was nowhere around. I scooped her into a bucket and brought her home. She was under a pound. I took her in for vet care and spay when she was ready. A friend adopted her and I enjoyed our overnights while he was away. Elliott turned out to be 100% deaf but still loved a good romp and game of hide and seek.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Mr Whiskey is a maine coon/ragdoll mix who is 14 years young. Omar Little is a big house panther who is 6 and a half.

Dawn's Reviews

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Robyn

Robyn

Dawn was great with our cats. She sent great updates with videos and dealt with some vomit. And when we thought we may not make it back the day we were supposed to die to flight delays, she was very accommodating and said she'd do a visit the next day if we needed it despite being booked up.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
This month
Jane

Jane

Dawn took amazing care of our two cats while we were gone. She went above and beyond to play with them, give medications, and clean up after a marking incident. Will definitely book again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 2, 2025
Nikki

Nikki

Dawn was amazing! My shy and anxious orange boy took to her immediately. Food and litter were taken care of and left clean and perfect for when I arrived back home. She provided updates and pictures everyday and I highly recommend her to anyone.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 30, 2025
Greyson

Greyson

This was my first experience on Meowtel/with a catsitter while I was traveling. Dawn was such a pleasure to meet and provided updates every day about how Sunny was doing. I felt at ease knowing someone like Dawn was checking in on my old man! Thanks so much, Dawn!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 1, 2025
Anni

Anni

Dawn is really flexible and super kind. My shy cats got along with her, and I am so glad that they liked to interact with Dawn!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 30, 2025
Nicole

Nicole

Dawn was great! I appreciate that she sent us photos of our cats. It was very easy to get in touch with her (in the app) and we would definitely book her again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 19, 2025
Nicole

Nicole

I have booked Dawn several times now and she’s amazing! She makes sure to keep us updated and I always feel more comfortable knowing she’s there to take care of our cats.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 30, 2025
Suchitra

Suchitra

Excellent & timely communication. Loving and caring person. My Midnight 🐈‍⬛ loved her.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
This month
Bo

Bo

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Greta

Greta

always goes above and beyond :)

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
This month
Bo

Bo

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Jane

Jane

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 25, 2025
Amy

Amy

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
December 3, 2025
Angelo

Angelo

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 29, 2025
Nicole

Nicole

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 25, 2025
Greta

Greta

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
November 18, 2025
Elisa

Elisa

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 16, 2025
Anni

Anni

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 16, 2025
Dan

Dan

Dawn not only rescued the abandoned kitten I eventually adopted, but she is also my most often used cat sitter and mentor / guide for cat knowledge based on her years of experience with a number of her own cats!

September 17, 2025
Jarren

Jarren

Dawn is an incredibly caring person, especially when it comes to animals. She gives 110% for every animal and is always ready to go out of her way to give them special care. To her, it's not "extra work" but what the animal deserves. She is also very kind and professional.

September 17, 2025
Meowtel

Meowtel

Dawn is a background-checked cat sitter in the Oakland area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

September 17, 2025

Dawn's Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $31.75 / 20min $48.85 / 45min $62.85 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $81.90 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Dawn's Holiday Surcharge is 10%
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Dawn's Skills & Services

Care Skills

  • Foster Parent
  • T-N-R
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Bike
  • Car
  • Ground

Medication Administration

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

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Cat parents may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a full refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Cat parents will receive a full refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Cat parents will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the cat parent cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

Trust & Safety

Enjoy Meowtel's world-class customer support with every reservation. Our dedicated team is here for you and your cat every step of the way.

If the Meet & Greet isn't the right fit, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Oakland cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and the services they offer, but the average price for a cat sitter is $37.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Cat sitters on Meowtel offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so you can find the best options which are close by.

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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit typically includes the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. Every kitty is different and that's why sitters on Meowtel offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you can meet them before you leave to confirm it's a purrfect fit.

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