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Austen The Catgiver
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I'm Austen

A cat sitter in Sacramento, CA

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
8 REVIEWS

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I'm Austen | Cat Sitting in Sacramento, CA

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love their individuality. Each cat shares a lot in common with other cats but also has a ton of their own funny, adorable and interesting traits.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a beautiful 4 year old female Siamese girl. She is a major character in our life. She knows how to vocalize her needs.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

By thoroughly following and respecting the rules set by the owner. Other common sense things such as not letting them door dash and locking the door when I leave.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Typically I am available but it depending on the year and holiday. I'll be sure to update my availability so that it reflects my availability.

What is your favorite cat toy?

The string toy, I love being a part of the engaged hunt. There is an art to convincing a cat that their toy is a prey animal 😂

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

I allow them to open up to me at their own pace. I have cared for a variety of kitty personalities including aggressive cats and wall flowers. I have a good sense of the boundaries they set and I am respectful of them until they open up to me.

Austen's Reviews

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Manogjna

Manogjna

I recently had to leave my cats, Salem and Sabrina, at home for an extended period for the first time, and I was quite anxious about it. Thankfully, Austen was there to take care of them, and he truly went above and beyond. He kept me updated daily with videos and pictures, which eased my worries and allowed me to enjoy my time away. Not only did he take great care of my kitties, but he also took the time to deep clean the litter box and even fixed a cabinet that needed repair while he was at my place. Austen is truly a great human and a fantastic cat sitter. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs someone reliable and caring to look after their pets.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 30, 2024
Suzie

Suzie

Austen is the best! My kitties, Lizzy and Ruby absolutely love him. Austen goes above and beyond to provide excellent love and care for my girls. A true cat whisperer - Austen is competent, compassionate and responsible. We will definitely be booking him on a regular basis!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 11, 2024
Mike

Mike

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 10, 2025
Mike

Mike

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
February 17, 2025
Mike

Mike

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
February 17, 2025
Kate

Kate

Austen was thorough and great with our girls!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
February 12, 2025
Mike

Mike

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 23, 2024
Meowtel

Meowtel

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

June 20, 2024

Austen's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $30.11 / 20min $37.48 / 45min $49.86 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $82.26 / Overnight stays in your home
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Austen's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • T-N-R

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

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

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% 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.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer 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.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sacramento cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $29.00. 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. Meowtel sitters 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 we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 will include 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. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Austen The Catgiver
5.00 • 8 reviews • From $30.11