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I'm Aj
Cat Sitting in San Diego, CA
My name is AJ, and I'm a special needs catmom of three. Toast is my sassy, first-born, Russian Blue Queen. Bama is my adventurous, blind, epileptic, and polite as can be baby girl. Crispr is my spunky orange boy who is also a blind, fearless adventurer! I learn so much from these three, and I’m so lucky to be their catmom.
I started off as a Meowtel consumer and then decided to become a Chicago sitter in 2019... because who doesn’t want more cats and cat-people in their life? I have... Hello, fellow catrents!
My name is AJ, and I'm a special needs catmom of three. Toast is my sassy, first-born, Russian Blue Queen. Bama is my adventurous, blind, epileptic, and polite as can be baby girl. Crispr is my spunky orange boy who is also a blind, fearless adventurer! I learn so much from these three, and I’m so lucky to be their catmom.
I started off as a Meowtel consumer and then decided to become a Chicago sitter in 2019... because who doesn’t want more cats and cat-people in their life? I have since relocated to San Diego, and I love caring for West Coast kittos!
I know what it’s like to be a nervous catrent, so please know my goal is for you to enjoy your time away (stress-free!) and take comfort in the fact that your kitto is safe under my watch. I will provide their meals lovingly, engage them in all the playtime they’d like, and ensure their litter box area is clean and tidy. I’ll keep you updated on our time together and send you plenty of fun pictures and videos (cats truly are the best photography subjects 😸)! I am also happy to provide additional services such as plant care, vacuuming, garbage disposal, mail collection, etc. Just let me know what I can do to put you at ease!
High fives and low paws,
AJ
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Aj is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Eden
May 23, 2022
Ashley is a purrfect cat sitter and I truly feel lucky to have found her! I have a really hard time leaving my cat, but Ashley is the sweetest and super communicative about my girl throughout the entire time I am away. This time was a bit different from the other times Ashley cat sat for me in that my kitty needed meds in her food and medicated nose drops, but this wasn't an issue and Ashley did a stellar job handling the new routine. I also love that Ashley sends quality photos and videos so I can ooooh and ahhh from afar. Thanks Ashley!
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Megan
January 27, 2022
Ashley is so wonderful. While we were out of town our kitty had to be taken to the ER. She was so wonderful and gave up her time for our cat. She gave me clear updates through the whole process. We are forever grateful!
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Jennifer
August 20, 2021
Ashley was awesome. At first, Maus wouldn't come out from under the bed, but Ashley made sure she was eating, brought her food to her and patiently sat there while Maus ate and tentatively accepted treats. She finally gained her trust and Maus emerged from under the bed. Also, when our flight was cancelled and we had to stay out of town for another night, Ashley was flexible and totally willing to come back an extra day. Every day I received texts, pictures and videos. Ashley is very experienced with cats and I felt totally confident that she was not only taking care of Maus, but that she has genuine love & affection for felines. I highly recommend Ashley as a loving, experienced cat sitter & will definitely use her again.
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Pauli
July 17, 2022
You will not find a better cat sitter than Ashley! My cat loves her. He lets her pet and scratch is head, massage his shoulders in a way he will not let me. She sends wonderful photos and videos and he is just blissed out. I’m pretty sure he likes her more than me!
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Jenna
August 16, 2021
Ashley was incredible. She understood that Macie has very aggressive fear responses and took the time to be patient with her. In just two visits, Ashley was spending time with Macie and they were even playing! Ashley's communication was constant and she helped us feel confident that Macie was in safe hands while we were away. Highly highly highly recommended especially if you have an emotional cat.
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Ashley
December 2, 2022
Ashley was so nice and really loved cuddling my chunky cat! She sent great updates and videos
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Drop in visits rates
Aj's is 35%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Aj's holiday surcharge is 35%.
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If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
- More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
- 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
- Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.
All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.
Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.
If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.
San Diego cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $32.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.
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. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Eden
May 23, 2022
Ashley is a purrfect cat sitter and I truly feel lucky to have found her! I have a really hard time leaving my cat, but Ashley is the sweetest and super communicative about my girl throughout the entire time I am away. This time was a bit different from the other times Ashley cat sat for me in that my kitty needed meds in her food and medicated nose drops, but this wasn't an issue and Ashley did a stellar job handling the new routine. I also love that Ashley sends quality photos and videos so I can ooooh and ahhh from afar. Thanks Ashley!
Megan
January 27, 2022
Ashley is so wonderful. While we were out of town our kitty had to be taken to the ER. She was so wonderful and gave up her time for our cat. She gave me clear updates through the whole process. We are forever grateful!
Jennifer
August 20, 2021
Ashley was awesome. At first, Maus wouldn't come out from under the bed, but Ashley made sure she was eating, brought her food to her and patiently sat there while Maus ate and tentatively accepted treats. She finally gained her trust and Maus emerged from under the bed. Also, when our flight was cancelled and we had to stay out of town for another night, Ashley was flexible and totally willing to come back an extra day. Every day I received texts, pictures and videos. Ashley is very experienced with cats and I felt totally confident that she was not only taking care of Maus, but that she has genuine love & affection for felines. I highly recommend Ashley as a loving, experienced cat sitter & will definitely use her again.
Pauli
July 17, 2022
You will not find a better cat sitter than Ashley! My cat loves her. He lets her pet and scratch is head, massage his shoulders in a way he will not let me. She sends wonderful photos and videos and he is just blissed out. I’m pretty sure he likes her more than me!
Jenna
August 16, 2021
Ashley was incredible. She understood that Macie has very aggressive fear responses and took the time to be patient with her. In just two visits, Ashley was spending time with Macie and they were even playing! Ashley's communication was constant and she helped us feel confident that Macie was in safe hands while we were away. Highly highly highly recommended especially if you have an emotional cat.
Ashley
December 2, 2022
Ashley was so nice and really loved cuddling my chunky cat! She sent great updates and videos
Katie
October 30, 2022
Ashley was great! Communication was super easy, she sent me lots of pics while she was here, and she even sent me tips on integrating my new kitten with my resident cat. I will definitely hire her again!
Mary
April 19, 2022
Ashley is amazing! She even came over ahead of the reservation to learn more about our cat and the feeding/litter routine. Our cat who is overly shy with people she doesn't know warmed right up to Ashley on the first day. Would definitely recommend her to anyone needing a cat sitter!
Sartaj
March 22, 2022
Ashley is the sweetest. She loves our kitties and gives them tons of TLC while we’re gone. She’s flexible with us, even on last minute trips, is a great communicator, and takes amazing photos and videos when she visits! 10/10 would recommend!
Tabitha
September 6, 2021
We absolutely love Ashley! She is so sweet and sent us a ton of pictures while we were away. She even made friend with our very shy guy 💗
Holly
August 11, 2021
Ashley was excellent! She was communicative leading up to our meet and greet, and I could tell my cat felt immediately comfortable around her. She sent tons of great photos and updates and even washed the bowl used for wet food. Highly recommend Ashley!
Emily
July 7, 2021
Can’t recommend Ashley enough! She sent regular updates on our girl while we were away and made us feel comfortable with our first time leaving her.
Natalia
January 5, 2021
I couldn’t be happier to have found Ashley! She took such great care of my kitten while I was away and sent me lots of videos and pics of him on every visit (by the way she’s a great photographer). I’m beyond grateful for her service and she is definitely someone I will definitely continue to book again with. THANK YOU Ashley. Ps: Oz misses you :)
Sartaj
November 1, 2022
This is our 3rd or 4th time having Ashley come by. She’s the best all around. She loves the cats but also does the little things that helps us feel at home when we come back from traveling - cleans out bowls, tidied up, etc. she takes amazing photos and videos too. Can’t recommend her enough!
Jessica
October 4, 2022
Ashley’s reputation precedes her and is very well-deserved. Our cat took to her immediately upon meeting her in person, and she invented numerous new games to play with him and keep him active. Ashley is reliable and communicative and we are super lucky to have found each other!
Sartaj
May 25, 2022
We love Ashley so much. She posts the BEST pictures and videos- they’re now my profile pics for my cats. She goes above and beyond to take care of things that I didn’t ask for - for instance the litterbox liner was getting shredded and she went ahead and changed it out. Love her so much, 10/10!
Melisa
May 17, 2022
Ashely is amazing, she is very responsive to messages and enthusiastic. Most importantly our cats love her, She sends lots of photos and videos when she visits which I love while I'm away!
Kelley
March 31, 2022
I’ve had a few sitters and while they’ve understood I love my cat, Ashley really gets that I’m OBSESSED with my cat. She sends tons of updates and great pictures/videos. She’s also been super patient and accommodating on several occasions when I had weird scheduling fluctuations.
Josh
March 30, 2022
Ashley took great care of our 2 kitties while we were away! She even got our most shy kitty to warm up to her in only 2 visits! Thank you for taking great care of Tommy and Cooper!
Eliza
August 2, 2021
Ashley was amazing with our cat Pippen. She sent us photo and video updates daily and gave him so much love and care. We’ll definitely be asking Ashley to care for Pippen again - she’s great!!
Oona
December 31, 2019
It was clear that our cat had a more relaxing vacation than we did! Ashley is a wonderful, caring sitter who just straight up loves cats, and ours loved her right back. She also takes amazing photos - Sullivan is a big alpha boy who needs lots of playtime and we got plenty of action shots of him having the time of his life with the wand. Thanks Ashley!
Kendall
December 2, 2019
Ashley was great! My cats like to hide around strangers and can be tricky to find, Ashley really took her time to look for and photograph them to make sure they were okay. Communication was easy and fast.
Hillary
July 23, 2023
Our girls loved Ashley so much!! Ashley sent us wonderful pictures of them and we had such peace of mind knowing that our girls were in the best hands. 10/10 would recommend!!
Jen
April 25, 2022
Ashley is a fantastic sitter! I received lots of lovely photos and my cat was so content when I got back; I could tell he'd been in good hands. She is attentive to your cat's needs, and I'd recommend her for your next reservation!
Eden
January 20, 2022
This is my second time using Ashley, and she continues to be an amazing cat sitter who shows the utmost care and affection for your babies! Ashley is very communicative, and even when she had a lot on her plate, she did not skimp on her love or her time spent with my girl Mimi. I would highly recommend Ashley, and will continue to book her!
Caroline
September 10, 2021
Ashley is the absolute best with our two cats. We have had her sit for us twice now and both experiences have been great. She is clearly a cat lover and is genuinely excited to come hang out with the cats. She sends the best photos and videos and I just know our cats our being loved on! Thanks, Ashley!
Eliza
August 29, 2021
I cannot rate Ashley high enough! She cared for our single male kitty, Pippen, for two weeks when we were out of the country. She sent us pictures and video updates daily, and gave little reports on how he was doing. When we got home he was calm and content. Thanks Ash!
Alex
October 14, 2022
Ashley is simply the best! This was the second time she watched our kitty and she was fantastic. We looked forward to all the photos and videos of our kitty purring her heart out - she adores Ashley. We are so thankful to have found such a wonderful cat sitter who goes above and beyond!
Roger
September 8, 2022
This is the second time Ashley has helped with our cats, this time for five visits, and she did a great job. It's apparent that she loves cats and excels at her job, which is really all you can ask for. I didn't know I even needed to get photos/videos of my cats while I was away on vacation, but it was great to get them and reassured me that they were okay. I'll definitely request Ashley's help any time we're out of town.
Caroline
August 25, 2022
Ashley was awesome - she sent me updates and pictures on each visit which made me feel so much more comfortable. My kitty seemed so much happier than when I used to bring him to a boarder, and I can’t wait to use Ashley’s services again!
Eliza
August 10, 2022
Ashley has been caring for our cat Pippen for over a year now (long and short vacations alike), and we could not be happier. Pippen has a big personality and Ashley always gives him the love and play that he needs while we’re away. She has also been super helpful with any special accommodations. 😊
Cindy
June 9, 2022
Ashley is by far the best cat sitter I have ever used! My cats are super shy and they immediately came out for her and loved her. She is a cat whisper!! She is prompt and does exactly what’s needed, super sweet and loves cats!! Highly recommend!!!
Alex
June 7, 2022
Ashley is by far the best sitter we’ve had for our kitty! My partner and I took a last minute trip overseas and I’m so thankful I found Ashley on short notice. We looked forward to her updates and pics/vids of our kitty each day. She’s incredibly professional, kind and communicative. She’s the best!
Kelly
April 22, 2022
Ashley checked on my 2 cats for a week and was amazing. I’ve never left them that long and felt a bit guilty but Ashley was great with them! I think they miss her more than they missed me! She sent pictures each visit which made my day. She is very responsive, kind and experienced. Highly recommend
Jason
April 18, 2022
Ashley is very professional and courteous and kind. There is something very genuine about her and you can tell she has the cat's best interests in mind. She is also an amazing photographer, and the pictures she sends are added reassurance. I couldn't imagine a better fit to watch over my kitten.
Paula
March 29, 2022
Ashley is the best cat sitter I have ever had. She is kind and thoughtful. She sent pics and updates every visit. My cats are very shy and she was able to make them feel safe and well taken care of.
Christopher
December 1, 2021
Ashley is honestly THE BEST! Our shy little ones opened up so quickly to her and before you knew it, they were best friends. She sends amazing quality photo and videos so you can rest assure the little ones are being loved! I would highly recommended Ashley!
Eden
October 25, 2021
Ashley is SO AMAZING and I can't recommend her enough! I hate to leave my cat behind, but Ashley made the experience such a breeze. She consistently kept me updated on when she was visiting my cat, would send me extensive glamour shots and videos of my baby where I could hear her purring happily, and she is just all in all such a kind person.
Erin
September 15, 2021
I couldn’t have asked for a better first time experience. Ashley was so sweet, and clearly adored my cats. I received photos and videos daily and she went above and beyond with communication. 100% would recommend.
Katherine
September 6, 2021
Ashley is Amazing! She really goes above and beyond to make sure your cats are happy and safe when you aren’t there to do it yourself. She even got my shy cat to come out and say hello the first day she was there! I’m still stunned.
Jennifer
August 20, 2021
Ashley really came through for us when our flight was delayed and opened her calendar so that we could book her for one more day. She treated Maus with love & patience and updated us every day with pictures, videos & messages. Ashley rocks!
Oona
February 21, 2021
Ashley is our go-to sitter. She has always been prompt with her correspondence, professional, reliable, and most important: a complete natural with our cat Sullivan. As a bonus, she takes the best photos of our dear kitter so we’re not heartbroken while away! We give Ashley our strongest and most sincere recommendation.
Emma
December 30, 2020
Ashley was great! She provided a full summary of each visit and sent along lots of cute photos. She made sure my cat felt very comfortable. Highly recommend and would definitely book again!
Kelly
December 30, 2020
Ashley did a great job with my cats! She kept me up to date on all their antics and provided great pictures. I’d definitely have Ashley sit for me again.
Emily
November 2, 2020
Ashley was amazing! She not only took exceptional care of our cat while we were away, but she took the time to get to know our cat, send us pictures, and make us feel so at ease with little updates. She knows cats and is just the sweetest person ever!
Blake
November 1, 2019
Ashley was great! She sent photos and an update everyday which kept us at ease while away from the cats. Would definitely recommend and will use again!
Vanda
August 23, 2019
Ashley is an amazing sitter! She's a great communicator - making sure to confirm her first visit beforehand, and sending updates while I was away. I loved all the pics she took of my kitties and that she adores them just as much as I do! Highly recommend booking with Ashley :)
Oona
December 29, 2021
Every year during the holidays, we reserve Ashley to watch our cats. We’re always thrilled by her professionalism and clear passion for our cats’ wellbeing. This was even more evident this year when she helped acclimate a new cat into our home - bringing peace between the Sullivan and Butterscotch.
Andrew
August 11, 2021
Attentive and punctual, I will definitely be asking Ashley to watch over my little dude in the future! Bonus points for taking some amazing pictures of him as well 😁
Neil Rachel
April 12, 2021
It is such a relief to have Ashley sit for Scooter. We fawn over the pictures she sends and the kind words she shares with us about our little boy. It allows us to be at ease during the few short times we are away from home. Scoots says thank you, Ashley, and so do we!
Denise
March 27, 2021
Ashley did an amazing job watching our two kitties! We could tell they grew quite fond of her over the weekend, as evident by the great photos we received. Highly recommend, and we are thankful for her assistance.
Amy
September 8, 2022
I am so thrilled that I found Ashley! Both of my kitties love her and she sends lots of adorable updates and photos! I travel for work occasionally and it is so nice to know that my fur babies are in good hands while I am away. :)
Oona
July 8, 2020
Ashley is our go-to sitter whenever we leave town. Ashley is very responsive, professional, and has clearly made an wonderful connection with our dear Sullivan. Even better, she takes great photos of our beloved kitter - some of which have become our own profile pics... no joke.
Jeff
September 8, 2021
Ashley could not have been nicer, more reliable or accommodating. She took great care of my cat and sent lots of awesome pix. She also helped me get the keys to my friend who was housesitting. Thank you for going above and beyond! I will definitely be booking Ashley again in the future.
Sartaj
December 5, 2021
Ashely was excellent and very nice to the cats while we were gone for a week. She sent full updates and it seemed to win both our cats over. Highly recommended.
Matt
October 21, 2024
Highly recommend AJ! my cat is shy at first but not with AJ! will only book AJ
Allie
April 8, 2022
Ashley is the BEST! My cats are obsessed with her. I've never felt so comfortable while away from my cats. She really goes above and beyond. I would highly recommend her!!
Lizzie
August 3, 2022
I am so grateful to have met Ashley and have her take care of my cat! Ashley provides a very loving and energetic approach and my cat still waits at the door hoping Ashley is coming over!
Melisa
December 29, 2021
Ashely is amazing! Would recommend her to anyone, she was super accommodating to my schedule and so so sweet with our kitty. Will def reach out to her next time we need someone to stop in and say hello to our Jinxy boy.
Roger
July 8, 2022
Ashley was fantastic. Very responsive, punctual, and professional. And it’s obvious she has a true love for cats. I’ll be reaching out to her again during our next trip away.
Alicja
April 6, 2022
Ashley was super nice and super helpful and she took a good care of our Amie and followed everything we asked for. We will for sure book with her in the future.
Sara
September 18, 2019
Ashley is freaking incredible!!!! If you want a thorough, devoted, attentive, and super caring kitty sitter, look no further! She sent us daily pictures and stories and made an anxiety-ridden cat mom feel so much better about leaving her babies. Ashley’s the best!
Ivy
January 7, 2024
Ashley was amazing! She provided so many great photos and videos, details of her trips over and took such great care of my kitties. I felt so comfortable knowing that my kitties were safe in her care!
Danny
September 4, 2023
Ashley is fantastic simple as that. Timely and frequent updates and communication.
Kylie
December 6, 2022
Ashley is great! She sent lots of photos and videos each day - I could tell my cats loved her. I felt at ease knowing they were in such good care.
Austin
June 27, 2022
Ashley is the best. We felt confident that our cats were in the best care during our whole trip. She took amazing pictures and went above and beyond in her duties. Highly recommend.
Oona
February 13, 2022
As always, Ashley is our go-to kitter sitter, extraordinaire. We had to leave town suddenly and once again turned to Ashley to watch our two cats. Enough good things can’t be said about her: from her affection of our cats, to her professionalism. Thank you again, Ashley.
Matt
December 6, 2024
Matt
November 22, 2024
Cindy
December 29, 2023
Cindy
December 1, 2023
Cindy
September 18, 2023
Cindy
September 13, 2023
Cindy
August 27, 2023
Jessica
August 24, 2023
Cindy
August 21, 2023
Hillary
August 20, 2023
Jason
July 24, 2022
Ashley is the best!
Katia
February 18, 2022
Excellent care for our furries!
Josh
January 1, 2022
Excellent Very much a cat lover and highly recommend 👌
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