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I'm Leah

A cat sitter in Oakland, CA

5.00/5.00
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17 REVIEWS

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I'm Leah | Cat Sitting in Oakland, CA

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Learn More About Leah

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

I’ve been cat sitting and caring for cats from a very young age and more recently been actively cat sitting throughout the Bay Area for the past few years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Learning each cats personality and needs and making sure they are comfortable and cared for while their humans are away

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I’ve become very fond of many of the cats I care for but one of my favorites has been one called Bancroft. He is full of personality and loves to flop over on his back to have his belly rubbed. We’d spend mornings bird watching outside the windows and I’d love listening to him chirp and mimic them. He would enjoy playing “chase” where you pretend to chase him around each room until he’d flop over for some pets and tummy rubs. He’s an absolute sweetie and one of the best 🐈‍⬛

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two cats that currently live with my parents, as they are not city kitties. My maine coon is named Keekee and our void boi is named Shinobi (Obi for short)

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am available most holidays throughout the year and can be in either service area upon request.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite toy to use is a feather wand

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

Give them time to become comfortable. Talk in soft voice in/near their safe hiding zones, and allow them to smell either my hand or shoes/clothing so they can become used to my smell.

Leah's Reviews

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Kyle

Kyle

Leah was great! She sent pictures or videos everyday showing that Mookie was well taken care of. I'd definitely book her again for a future sit.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 3, 2025
Kyle

Kyle

Leah was very good at communicating and very responsive to all messages. She took great care of Mookie and made sure to send me pictures and videos every day. I'm very pleased with the care she provided!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 4, 2025
Susan

Susan

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

Susan

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 6, 2025
Susan

Susan

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 11, 2025
Emily

Emily

Leah made sure my cuddle bug was happy and full of pets while I was away. Will gladly leave her with my orange fluff ball for future trips.

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

Elisa

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

Thomas

Leah was great! Took great care of Luna and was a pleasure to work with.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 9, 2025
Megan

Megan

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
July 29, 2025
Andrew

Andrew

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 22, 2025
Hollyanne

Hollyanne

Leah was fantastic and we will absolutely be calling on her again for future sitting. Thank you, Leah!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
February 1, 2025
Sarah

Sarah

Leah was fantastic with my kitty Jax while I was away for a week. she always gave me an update on how she was doing and took cute photos.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 29, 2024
Victoria

Victoria

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
December 10, 2024
Elisa

Elisa

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 14, 2024
Katie

Katie

Leah is so reliable, kind, and sweet to my kitty. She communicates openly, and is such a joy to work with.

September 24, 2024
Erin

Erin

Leah is competent, kind and caring. She has excellent communication skills and is extremely trustworthy. She loves cats and cats love her.

September 24, 2024
Meowtel

Meowtel

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

September 24, 2024

Leah's First Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $45.35 / 20min $50.80 / 45min $63.50 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $141.25 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Leah's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Leah's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $45.35 / 20min $53.65 / 45min $70.75 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $141.25 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Leah's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
Service Area

Availability

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Leah's Skills & Services

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Administration

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • 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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