I'm Lianna
Lianna's Furry Feline Care In San Diego
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I'm Lianna
Cat Sitting in San Diego, CA
🐱 My goal is ensuring your fur babies feel comfortable, safe, taken care of, and loved as if they were my own — I know firsthand how stressful it can feel leaving them, so I ask thorough questions during our meet & greet to ensure I understand your cat's routines, behaviors, and house rules. That way you can truly enjoy your time away stress-free knowing your kitties & home are being cared for by a fellow cat mom... ** AVAILABLE FOR DEC/JAN HOLIDAYS (filling up fast) ** Hi fellow cat parents! I've been pet sitting for 12 years (+small humans too), and volunteered at animal shelters. Centrally located in Linda Vista with 2 reliable vehicles and a 4yo cow cat who my husband and I have raised since she was a kitten.
🐱 My goal is ensuring your fur babies feel comfortable, safe, taken care of, and loved as if they were my own — I know firsthand how stressful it can feel leaving them, so I ask thorough questions during our meet & greet to ensure I understand your cat's routines, behaviors, and house rules. That way you can truly enjoy your time away stress-free knowing your kitties & home are being cared for by a fellow cat mom.
🗓️ My schedule is flexible as I recently stepped away from working full-time in tech for 9y (currently working a few part-time restaurant shifts per week). I'm trying to fill my time with meaningful work, like caring for your fur children! When my schedule permits, I often stay longer than the reservation time to ensure your cats are getting the utmost attention & care they need while you're away.
🤝 When meeting a new kitty, I follow their lead and don't rush into forced interaction if they are shy. If your cats need special care, I'm comfortable administering meds, eye drops, ointments, syringes, clipping nails, cleaning wounds, etc. (Having a feisty fur baby of my own who HATES being held, I'm not afraid to get scratched while doing these things)
✨ What my visits include:
- Multiple photo/video text updates
- Litter box cleaning
- Food & water refills (as instructed)
- Playtime, brushes, pets (if your kitty wants)
- Bringing in mail / packages + watering plants (upon request)
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I look forward to meeting you and your kitties soon :)
Learn More About Lianna
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting since 2013 (in addition to dog sitting & little human nannying as well long before then!). I've had pet cats, dogs, and birds my entire life. Before Meowtel, I have pet sat professionally for friends and referrals.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Giving parents peace of mind that their fur babies are in good hands while they’re away. I love meeting new kitties and find joy in understanding each cat’s unique personality, since they are all so different! I have experience with all sorts of cat personalities — rambunctious kittens, shy/timid, aggressive, senior, etc. While my approach with each cat varies based on their personality, I maintain a strong level of scrutiny, attention to detail, and genuine care for all of them.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a 4 year old chonky cow cat named Ms. Vader. She hates being held, but loves belly rubs. She is also extremely hard to entertain and is WAY too smart for us mere humans. Fun fact: I taught her how to sit, high five, and spin for treats as a kitten! (note: because of my fiance's unpredictable/last minute work travel schedule, I'm currently unable to schedule far in advance overnight stays since Vader doesn't like to stay alone overnight)
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I have a thorough list of items to verify when meeting a new parent & their cats. My goal is to ensure ALL of our bases are covered prior to your departure so that you can enjoy your time away from home stress-free, while I take care of your cats and home as if they were my own <3
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I will double check home entry instructions with parents prior to the reservation, as well as conduct thorough walkthroughs of your home before departing your cats to ensure all windows are closed, litter boxes are clean, no evidence of sickness (i.e. vomit, unused litter boxes), and everything is appropriately cat-proofed until my next visit or your return home.
Are you usually available during holidays?
In 2025, I'm currently available for the Christmas / December holidays, and available for New Years 2026 and MLK weekend 2026.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I have extensive experience with timid, anxious cats that have experienced trauma — I adjust my energy to be a calming, quiet, safe presence for them & follow their pace. I keep physical distance at first & slowly crouch down to their level, typically leading with laying out treats or filling their food bowls (as instructed) to try and establish trust. I put my hand out & give them my jacket so they can learn my scent, and will never force myself upon them. I'm excellent at reading animal behavior, and will let them approach me when they feel comfortable! I've been told I have a gift with shy cats that typically hide or are scared... probably because they can sense I too am an anxious indoor housecat at times, ha!
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lianna is experienced with 3 types of medications
Check if Lianna services your area
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Marcus
December 29, 2025
Lianna is the absolute best cat sitter anyone could ask for! My two cats opened up to her very quickly and eagerly looked forward to her visits. She was incredibly thorough and communicative throughout the entire process and truly went above and beyond during an unexpected emergency. While I was away, my sink overflowed, causing water damage to my home and understandably frightening my cats. Lianna immediately stepped in—she stayed longer than expected, helped mitigate the situation, coordinated with the maintenance crew, and most importantly, comforted and cared for my cats during a very stressful time. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without her. She has truly been a blessing.
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Nicole
January 6, 2026
Lianna was amazing with our two cats while we were out of town! They aren’t always the easiest with strangers but they likened up to her right away. She knew just how to work with both their personalities and I’m sure they appreciated all the pets. She sent consistent updates during her visit and was so great at communicating everything going on (from cleanings to feedings to playing) — it truly put my mind at ease. Lianna went above and beyond to ensure the cats were comfortable and well taken care of. Definitely the best cat sitter around!
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Katrina
January 6, 2026
This was my first time booking with Meowtel, let alone with any cat sitter, and Lianna went above and beyond my expectations! I took a 2 week vacation overseas but Lianna’s pictures and updates made it feel like I never left. I knew Gojo was in good hands :) She really treated Gojo as one of her own, keeping a consistent routine of play/food/cleaning, while offering him much love while I was away.
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Katrina
March 1, 2026
It’s always a pleasure having Lianna look after our little fur baby :) he’s a very energetic kitty and she makes sure to tire him out and always keeps me updated with pictures and messages.
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Kayla
October 6, 2025
Lianna was super thorough and communicative, very detail oriented, and wonderful with my cat Luna. She provided lots of really great photos/videos and notes, which made me feel like my cat was very well taken care of! Definitely would recommend/re-book.
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Thank you for making everything of Luna’s so easy to find! I hope to see sweet Luna girl again in the future 🫶🏻
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Gabrielle
September 29, 2025
Lianna is an absolute angel! I was in a pinch and had to extend my time out of town, and she gave me complete peace of mind while caring for my two adult cats. She accessed my apartment seamlessly, sent me regular photo updates of the kitties, and went above and beyond- cleaning up little messes without hesitation. When I came home, my house was actually cleaner than when I left! Her communication is truly 10/10, and she clearly cares deeply about the pets she looks after. Booking Lianna to care for your furry friends will be one of the best decisions you make. My female cat isn’t fond of almost anyone but myself- she was out and about the entire time Lianna was around. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Read moreResponse from Lianna
Thank you for such kind words, Gabrielle! I truly cannot wait to hang out with sweet Max and Roma again 😻
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Lianna's is 15%
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
Lianna's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Lianna's is 15%
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
Lianna's holiday surcharge is 15%.
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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
Marcus
December 29, 2025
Lianna is the absolute best cat sitter anyone could ask for! My two cats opened up to her very quickly and eagerly looked forward to her visits. She was incredibly thorough and communicative throughout the entire process and truly went above and beyond during an unexpected emergency. While I was away, my sink overflowed, causing water damage to my home and understandably frightening my cats. Lianna immediately stepped in—she stayed longer than expected, helped mitigate the situation, coordinated with the maintenance crew, and most importantly, comforted and cared for my cats during a very stressful time. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without her. She has truly been a blessing.
Nicole
January 6, 2026
Lianna was amazing with our two cats while we were out of town! They aren’t always the easiest with strangers but they likened up to her right away. She knew just how to work with both their personalities and I’m sure they appreciated all the pets. She sent consistent updates during her visit and was so great at communicating everything going on (from cleanings to feedings to playing) — it truly put my mind at ease. Lianna went above and beyond to ensure the cats were comfortable and well taken care of. Definitely the best cat sitter around!
Katrina
January 6, 2026
This was my first time booking with Meowtel, let alone with any cat sitter, and Lianna went above and beyond my expectations! I took a 2 week vacation overseas but Lianna’s pictures and updates made it feel like I never left. I knew Gojo was in good hands :) She really treated Gojo as one of her own, keeping a consistent routine of play/food/cleaning, while offering him much love while I was away.
Katrina
March 1, 2026
It’s always a pleasure having Lianna look after our little fur baby :) he’s a very energetic kitty and she makes sure to tire him out and always keeps me updated with pictures and messages.
Kayla
October 6, 2025
Lianna was super thorough and communicative, very detail oriented, and wonderful with my cat Luna. She provided lots of really great photos/videos and notes, which made me feel like my cat was very well taken care of! Definitely would recommend/re-book.
Response from Lianna
Thank you for making everything of Luna’s so easy to find! I hope to see sweet Luna girl again in the future 🫶🏻
Gabrielle
September 29, 2025
Lianna is an absolute angel! I was in a pinch and had to extend my time out of town, and she gave me complete peace of mind while caring for my two adult cats. She accessed my apartment seamlessly, sent me regular photo updates of the kitties, and went above and beyond- cleaning up little messes without hesitation. When I came home, my house was actually cleaner than when I left! Her communication is truly 10/10, and she clearly cares deeply about the pets she looks after. Booking Lianna to care for your furry friends will be one of the best decisions you make. My female cat isn’t fond of almost anyone but myself- she was out and about the entire time Lianna was around. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Response from Lianna
Thank you for such kind words, Gabrielle! I truly cannot wait to hang out with sweet Max and Roma again 😻
Rachel
August 19, 2025
Lianna is an amazing sitter who went out of her way to accommodate me and my three kitties! She sent amazing updates and was incredibly communicative the whole time. She even brought in my packages and cleaned up the tracked litter which is not something I would have expected her to do! She was a big hit with all my cats, including my shy girl who came out for some cuddles. I am sadly moving out of town but otherwise Lianna would be my #1 for cat care in the future!
Response from Lianna
Rachel, thank you so much for trusting me to take care of your babies! They were truly such a treat to see every day. I’m gonna miss the gang and hope the four of y’all had a safe move ❤️
Kayla
This month
Lianna is very communicative, great with my cat, and I felt like very respectful of my home. She always sends plenty of (really great!) photos/videos and lots of detailed notes, so I feel very assured she's providing great care. Appreciate her professional service and would be happy to book again :)
Gianna
October 28, 2025
Lianna was fantastic! Would highly recommend! She was incredibly communicative while I was away and made sure Holliday was well taken care of, which I truly appreciated, especially since it was a last minute request.
Response from Lianna
Thank you for making everything for your sweet Holliday so seamless, I hope to see him again soon! :)
Jessica
January 19, 2026
Jessica
October 9, 2025
Ceilidh
July 24, 2025
Lianna is known for being the world’s best cat mom. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your cats like royalty, look no further. She goes above and beyond to ensure every cat in her care feels safe, loved, and totally spoiled.
Jennifer
July 24, 2025
Lianna is an exceptional cat sitter. A dedicated and loving cat owner herself, Lianna is extremely friendly, trusting, and focused on the health and safety of your pet. My 9 year old husky has an open wound where she has a ruptured tumor, and Lianna is one of the only people I trust to watch and care for my dog. She has watched her overnight and been extremely respectful in my home. My dog trusts her, and so do I. She has helped me in stressful situations such as washing my dogs open wound and administering her medications. When I’ve been extremely stressed, I’ve felt so grateful to know I can call lianna and rely on her to come help me take care of and treat her. Your pet is in no better hands than with Lianna- she is a joy to be around with amazing energy, and beyond that she is extremely reliable and trustworthy.
Meowtel
July 24, 2025
Lianna 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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