I'm Paul
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I'm Paul
Cat Sitting in Oakland, CA
I kno... Hello I am Paul, a cat lover and cat rescuer with over 30 years of experience with cats. I currently have 3 cats. I grew up with lots of animals but have always had a special bond with cats. I have tamed and rescued dozens of feral cats over the years. I bring patience, kindness and warmth to every visit.
I know that each cat has a unique personality and that all cats will tell us what they need if we just take the time to listen.
I enjoy taking photographs of my cats and will send you photo updates.
I am available to feed and give your cat attention as well as clean their litter box.
Thank you for your consideration.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting for over 20 years. I enjoy bonding with cats and love taking photographs of them that I will share with you.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I currently have three cats that I rescued. Maybelline, Stella and Kali went from wild feral kittens to lap cats over time. Kali took the longest, as she was outdoors for a year and half before she trusted me enough to bring her inside. Now she is the most affectionate lap cat of the three.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
The key to earning the cats trust is letting them set the terms. You have to stay calm and let them come to you when they are ready.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Paul is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Paul's is 10%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Paul's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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 $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 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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