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I'm Sarah

A cat sitter in San Diego, CA

4.96/5.00
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27 REVIEWS

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I'm Sarah | Cat Sitting in San Diego, CA

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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 around 4 years and it has been nothing but a joyous experience. I love meeting new people and most importantly new cats and making sure they are cared and loved while their owners are away.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

One of my favorite cat sitting reservations included a cat who was so incredibly shy I almost never saw him. During my visits I would always have a very calm demeanor, play calming music, and place a few treats (owner approved) around the owners apartment for him to enjoy while I was gone. By the last 2-3 days he started making an appearance and I was able to play with him. It was a super rewarding experience because I could see the trust building slowly over time. Earning that kind of connection with a shy cat felt really special and reminded me how important patience and consistency are in cat sitting.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 2 cats myself, Kiwi who is a very shy and small domestic longhair and Lido who is a Main Coone & domestic Longhair mix who is on the temperamental side.

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

My process for working with a new cat parent include setting up a meet and greet to meet the cat parent and the cat(s). During this visit I have a list of questions to ask the cat parent about their fur babie(s), their normal behavior, routine, and any other important information I should know about their home and pet. I usually take notes either in a notebook or on my phone to ensure no information is overlooked and review before each visit. It’s important to me that every cat parent feels confident and at ease leaving their cat in my care. I build trust through clear communication, attention to detail, and by tailoring my approach to each cat’s unique needs.

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

Timid or anxious cats often don’t make an appearance during the first few visits, as they’re usually feeling stressed and unsure. When working with shy cats, I maintain a calm, gentle presence by speaking softly, moving slowly, and giving them plenty of space. I’ve had personal experience with this as well. My own cat was very shy when I adopted her, and over time, she gradually came out of her shell. During visits, I also like to play soft, calming music to help create a soothing environment. I never force interaction. Instead, I allow the cat to approach me when they feel ready. This respectful approach helps build trust, and more often than not, by the final few visits, even the most reserved cats begin to come out, even if just for a little while. It’s incredibly rewarding to witness that kind of progress and connection.

Sarah's Reviews

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Rick

Rick

Sarah was absolutely amazing, communication and meeting in person beforehand was prompt and at my convenience and she was absolutely great with my cat Destiny for the 2 weeks she watched her. Sarah went above and beyond feeding and cleaning Destiny's litter box, she sent me videos everyday and she took the time to bond with her which was evident by the videos and how calm Destiny was when I returned home. Normally when I travel I would bring Destiny with me but that put a lot of stress on her. From now on when I travel I will definitely request Sarah's services from Meowtel. If you're looking for a cat sitter that will go above and beyond, takes the time to care and bond and with your cat while you're away. I highly recommend Sarah's services!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
August 24, 2025
Hank

Hank

Sarah is very pleasant and friendly, and so easy to work with!! She not only spent as much time as we needed at the “Meet and Greet”, but she was very good about keeping us updated on our babies!! I hope all your pet sitters are as great as Sarah is!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with overnight visits
September 5, 2025
Debbie

Debbie

My cat Finn and I had a great experience with Sarah! She sent daily messages, pictures and videos of Finn and I saw how happy he was with Sarah. He looked blissful while she was scratching his ears and chin and he showed his appreciation with lots of kisses. The Meowtel website is very easy to use and provides detailed information about the pet sitters. This is my third occasion using Meowtel and I will continue booking with them. You should too!

Meowtel-verified reservation with overnight visits
August 19, 2025
Alejandra

Alejandra

Sarah was great with our two kitties. She was reliable and communicative. she was super sweet and sent us many updates. our cats liked her, and they tend to be very picky. She was the first sitter we have ever had staying overnight and she made it very easy for us. One of our cats has a tendency to get a little sick with changes, and Sarah handled it super well and was very attentive. We recommend 110%!

Meowtel-verified reservation with overnight visits
August 24, 2025
Kurt

Kurt

This was my second time hiring Sarah to take care of my two cats. And as expected, she was once again outstanding. She is very sharp, attentive and trustworthy and followed my instructions perfectly. I also had her take care of my turtle and do some watering which she has no issues with. I will definitely be hiring her again the next time I'm out of town.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 24, 2025
Suzie

Suzie

Sarah is amazing she truly loves her fur babies she kept us updated during the visits she went above and beyond our expectations I would highly recommend her services we will definitely use her again

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 20, 2025
Felicia

Felicia

Sarah is AMAZING! She really took time to get to know my shy kitty. She went above and beyond. She noticed when he got a little ill and alerted me right away and k ew exactly what to do! Sarah was able to get my shy boy posing for the camera! I highly recommend her😊

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 27, 2021
Angela

Angela

Sarah is the best! This was the first time leaving my kitties alone for a long trip. Aside from being an amazing kitty sitter, she is extremely flexible, caring, and even helped with some damage control when one of my plants fell over the balcony and my neighbor had a fit! Kitties miss her already!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 21, 2021
Heather

Heather

Sarah was a great sitter for my 2 cats! She sent me updates and pics which I really appreciated! One of my cats needed meds and she was able to give them to her which was one of the main reasons I needed a sitter. I would definitely use Sarah again to watch over my cats 😊

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 8, 2022
Kathryn

Kathryn

Sarah was absolutely the most awesome person to take care of our Oliver! She sent updates every day with pictures which really meant a lot to both myself & my husband because we got to see our fur baby having a good time with Sarah!! We would highly recommend Sarah to anyone who wants someone to take care of your fur baby with such care, kindness & love!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
September 21, 2021
Christine

Christine

Sarah is a true purr-fessional, and we are so glad to have found her service! She is so understanding of the unique needs and personalities of each cat, and treats them with a care and respect that is reflective of that. I was so impressed by her patience with our two very temperamental cats, who, btw, warmed up to Sarah more quickly than most new people. We felt so at ease while we were out of town because we truly felt like our home and our cats were in good hands. Communication was clear and easy; Sarah was responsive to our last minute messages and had an attention to detail that was very reassuring. We wouldn't hesitate to book again, and to recommend her to our loved ones!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 3, 2021
Aj

Aj

Sarah was such a great help! She was very communicative, sending updates after every house visit. She followed all directions perfectly and gave us ease of mind while travelling. Thank you!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 20, 2021
Kurt

Kurt

I highly recommend Sarah and will definitely book her again the next time I go out of town for an extended period. She's very sweet and caring and did a superb job following my detailed instructions. She also sent nightly updates on how each day went with photos - which I very much appreciated. Your kitties will be in very good hands with Sarah.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 12, 2021
Piper

Piper

I’m so glad I chose Sarah! She’s a cool and gentle soul who is very conscientious and gives great details on her visit reports. I felt very comfortable with her in my home and looking after my cat. Highly recommend!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 19, 2021
Shannon

Shannon

Sarah was thorough, friendly, and followed instructions perfectly. She sent me daily updates outlining everything she did, and some cute videos of my cat too. Couldn't have asked for a better cat sitter while I was away for a week. I'd recommend Sarah to anyone!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 19, 2025
Shayla

Shayla

Sarah was awesome. She took great care of our cats and our place. Great at feed back and could tell she genuinely cares about our animals. Would book here again in a minute.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 3, 2022
Monica

Monica

Sarah is very conscientious and took great care of my pets. I appreciated getting photos and reports on how everyone was doing. I will definitely call on her again when I am out of town!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
October 2, 2021
Leonard

Leonard

Sarah was fantastic. She took excellent care of my cat and will be used again!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 12, 2022
Allison

Allison

Sarah is so amazing, we will definitely be using her again and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring cat sitter!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 16, 2021
Berena

Berena

Sarah was an absolute pleasure to work with. She made my Senior cat so comfortable. I’d work with her again!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 16, 2022
Rosario

Rosario

Sarah was very accommodating, I was very satisfied with her help.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 21, 2022
Alessandro

Alessandro

Very accommodating.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 7, 2022
Meowtel

Meowtel

This is a system-generated review due to a cancellation. Sarah canceled a confirmed booking 10 days before the start of the reservation

June 19, 2022
Alyssa

Alyssa

Sarah was wonderful, super attentive, and sent me lots of updates. I would absolutely seek her services again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 16, 2021
Brian

Brian

Sarah was exceptional and a real pet lover! I have been using Meowtel for years am glad I found this new sitter to help me, while I was away. Sarah gave a detailed overview of her visit and images to verify. Sarah is a real animal lover, who cares for the pets wellbeing and even tries to connect with the pets during the brief interaction. I highly recommend Sarah for her attention to detail and reliability.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 15, 2021
Meowtel

Meowtel

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

April 2, 2021
Meowtel

Meowtel

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

May 22, 2025

Sarah's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $29.80 / 20min $48.20 / 45min $67.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $80.60 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Sarah's Holiday Surcharge is 30%
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Sarah's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $31.75 / 20min $49.50 / 45min $67.90 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $86.95 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Sarah's Holiday Surcharge is 30%
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Sarah's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Oral Medication / Pills

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

San Diego cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $32.00. 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.

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4.96 • 27 reviews • From $29.80