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A cat sitter in San Diego, CA

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

Been cat sitting for 3 years now, usually 1-3 hour visits depending on the cats needs and have done overnights before. I also have two cats of my own that I care for

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Meeting new kitties and getting to see their different personalities. Playing with them is always fun and rewarding. Also getting to share treats and cuddles if the cat allows it.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

Favorite time cat sitting was when my friend was abroad for 2 weeks and her cat Boris(who is normally a very scaredy cat) finally warmed up to me and hopped in my lap and purred and cuddled with me for an hour. He doesn’t like sudden movements so we just sat still together and enjoyed each other’s company. During that time period we would also play fetch and he could go crazy for a feather toy, just jumping around everywhere. He also always watched me clean his box which I thought was hilarious.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

My chocolate Siamese cat’s name is Felix Da Housecat and my grey tabby cat’s name is Small Cat. She used to be the smallest cat in the house and her nickname just stuck.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

My advice would be to set up a meeting time first for the owner and the cat to make sure it’d be a good fit for everyone. And to leave clear instructions on the type of care a client needs for their kitty.

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

I like to set up a meeting first and get to know the cat parent and the cat and make sure it’s a good fit for everyone. I also like to have a conversation to make sure I understand exactly what the cats needs are and feeding schedule.

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

I make sure all the doors and windows are secure so that the cat doesn’t accidentally get out or try to escape. Make sure there’s no debris that could be harmful lying around like plastic etc.

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

I leave them alone and let them come to me when they feel comfortable. I try not to make any sudden movements or loud noises. I also try to entice them with treats to slowly build trust.

Marieelena's Reviews

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Joy

Joy

Marieelena is a very reliable and trusted cat sitter. She has watched my cat many times and has even managed to gain the trust and companionship of my very timid cat. She always sends updates and photos of my kitty when I am away which I really appreciate.

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Allie

Allie

Marieelena has cared for my senior special needs cat for 5 years. He requires special feeding as well as constant emotional support, and she has been able to provide that. My cat also loves her and she sends me pictures of him snuggling with her while I am away, and provides daily updates. She is great at following special need instructions. I leave town 3-5 times a year and she is a dependable caretaker. Wouldn’t trust anyone else.

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Meowtel

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

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Marieelena's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $24.75 / 20min $39.00 / 45min
  • Overnight stays
    $70.75 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Marieelena's Holiday Surcharge is 25%
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Marieelena's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $27.60 / 20min $40.95 / 45min $50.80 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $71.40 / Overnight stays in your home
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Marieelena's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • 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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