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Cat Sitting Nurse In Palm Desert Ca
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I'm Stephanie

A cat sitter in Palm Desert, CA

5.00/5.00
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20 REVIEWS

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I'm Stephanie | Cat Sitting in Palm Desert, CA

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love meeting new cats and experiencing their unique personalities ! Cats are my spirit animal, such a joy to care for !

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have one cat, Sydney, who's 17. I adopted her when she was 4 years old. She's my little baby

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

We always have meet and greet at the pet parents home, free of charge ! This allows everyone to make sure it's the right fit and to go over details of the care needed for the cat(s)

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

I let them sniff my hand and I see if the cat wants to be pet or not. I never force the cat, I always allow the cat to come to me. I give anxious cats the time and space to warm up to me.

Stephanie's Reviews

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Tom

Tom

Couldn’t possibly ask for more. Stephanie showed up each day as scheduled and spent time with our 19 year old kitty. She gave her Churru treats, cleaned up litter, food, and any messes, and sent lots and lots of pictures. Just perfect!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 10, 2025
Donna

Donna

Stephanie was wonderful and our two cats are as happy as we are. This was our first time hiring a pet sitter in years, and I was anxious about leaving for several days. Stephanie was patient, communicated often, prompt with her visits, and above all very friendly with us and the kitties. She helped us feel relaxed and enjoy our trip so much more. I would absolutely recommend her and ask her to sit for us in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 17, 2025
Diane

Diane

Stephanie took amazing care of our 2 cats for the second time. Also. she had no issues giving our cats their medicine! We will definitely have Stephanie take care of our cats again in the future.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 9, 2025
Lisa

Lisa

Stephanie is very conscientious and thorough and made a point of meeting Nora’s human prior to our vacation. Steph provides daily and thorough updates with photos of a happy Nora. Steph was a godsend and I would recommend her highly for her professionalism and heart!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 24, 2024
Katherine

Katherine

I’m beyond greatful I found Steph on here. We wouldn’t have been able to go on our family vacation if it wasn’t for her help. I have 4 long haired Persian & Himalayans so they are a bit of high maintenance though super sweet. Steph went above and beyond she made time to brush them and clean little Pearl’s eyes. Aside from feedings 2x/day liter boxes were done. Steph Thank You!!! If you are looking for anyone that is AMAZING with your kitties.... Look no further!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 21, 2022
Carolyn

Carolyn

We are so entirely grateful to have found Stephanie! I can't say enough about how awesome she is; so thoughtful and caring towards our two rescue kitties. Even though one of our cats was "shy" and mainly hid under the bed, Steph was patient and made sure he was fed and looked after. She was even able to find a solution to give him his medicine! I know my kitties felt safe with her and looked forward to the visits each day and we enjoyed seeing the photos Steph sent us during each visit, they made us laugh :). My husband and I were able to relax and enjoy our trip, knowing they were in excellent and trustworthy hands. We highly recommend her service and will most definitely call upon her again in the near future. Our warmest thanks...

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 16, 2022
Kim

Kim

Stephanie was an absolutely wonderful caretaker for our very shy kitty, Thomas, while we were away. She arrived on time daily, her communication was detailed and timely, and she tended to all of Thomas’ needs. It was easy to see the amount Stephanie truly cares and her compassion for others, including our furry friends!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
February 14, 2024
Robert

Robert

Stepanie was amazing! Did a pre-visit that covered everything and even took notes. Was on-time for all visits and followed up with text and pictures. Really caring with pets and highly knowledgable. Great experience and I will always use Stephanie for all my pet sitting needs - highly recommended!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
February 28, 2022
Lauren

Lauren

Stephanie was outstanding with my two kitties! It was their first time being left alone and Stephanie provided such amazing care, and gave me peace of mind while I was away that my kitties were in great hands! Stephanie went above and beyond with the care she provided including detailed and frequent updates + pictures! I cannot recommend Stephanie enough, she was fabulous!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 29, 2023
Sean

Sean

Stephanie was absolutely the best person we could have found to take care of our cats. Despite them not being the friendliest, they all warmed up to her and she made sure they were more than just fed in our absence. She went above and beyond and is very trustworthy. Highly recommended!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
April 11, 2022
Diane

Diane

Stephanie did an amazing job taking care of our 2 cats, including 1 extremely shy & scared cat. I highly recommend Stephanie & will use her again in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 30, 2024
Lisa

Lisa

I highly recommend Steph. She is caring and loving with my shy little kitty (who is no longer shy with Steph). Steph not only is a great communicator but she goes above and beyond.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 23, 2025
Lisa

Lisa

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 8, 2025
Lisa

Lisa

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
January 1, 2025
Lisa

Lisa

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 23, 2024
Lisa

Lisa

Steph is so dependable. Nora loves seeing her and I feel confident and relieved that she is well cared for. thank you, Steph!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 23, 2024
Don

Don

Stephanie helped me out at the last minute, very much appreciated!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 21, 2024
Karen

Karen

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
January 2, 2024
Kathleen

Kathleen

Thank god for Stephanie. She really loves cats and I knew Oscar was in good hands

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 31, 2023
Meowtel

Meowtel

Stephanie is a cat sitter in the Middlebury area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.

January 27, 2022

Stephanie's Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $40.95 / 20min $63.50 / 45min $77.75 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $197.50 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Stephanie's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Stephanie's Skills & Services

Care Skills

  • Animal CPR Trained

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Administration

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

Palm Desert 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 $35.00. 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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