I'm James
Lifelong Cat Owner And Caretaker
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James is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm James
Cat Sitting in San Diego, CA
I’m a scientist working in pharmaceutical research. I am happy to drop in before or after work or during lunchtime. I am very good at taking notes and following directions precisely. I will triple check that doors and windows are locked and your cat is safe and secure.
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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 4 years. I have used word of mouth for 2 years and for the past 2 years I have used another pet sitting app.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I took care of an absolutely beautiful Balinese cat for almost 3 weeks. He was so soft and so sweet. He loved affection and was happy to be picked up and pet anywhere. He purred and rubbed against me for as long as I would stay there. He was easy and fun to take care of.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
We have a very playful young cat named Willow that we rescued from the street. She’s a little over a year old but still has plenty of kitten energy.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes. My wife and I have a toddler and don’t leave the area all that often so we’re usually around during holidays.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
James is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Binu
December 29, 2025
James was great. Cleaned up a mess that one of the cats made and was able to give medicine to one of our cats.
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Vera
August 21, 2025
James is very kind and caring for the cats, we were so worried about our trip but he definitely made it smoother a lot! We got photos of our cats every day, the cats (even our most shy and alert bat) came out and played with James. We would definitely book James again next time!
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Thomas
November 27, 2025
James took great care of our 2 cats including giving medication for one cat. He also watered our plants and took care of the mail. We would definitely hire him again.
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Kay
August 25, 2025
James is a great catsitter and we plan to hire him again! He was very communicative from the start and got along so well with our cat. He showed up on time for the meet and greet and for the reservation. Thank you James!
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Ian
December 4, 2025
Kay
November 9, 2025
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
James's is 25%
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
James's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.
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
Binu
December 29, 2025
James was great. Cleaned up a mess that one of the cats made and was able to give medicine to one of our cats.
Vera
August 21, 2025
James is very kind and caring for the cats, we were so worried about our trip but he definitely made it smoother a lot! We got photos of our cats every day, the cats (even our most shy and alert bat) came out and played with James. We would definitely book James again next time!
Thomas
November 27, 2025
James took great care of our 2 cats including giving medication for one cat. He also watered our plants and took care of the mail. We would definitely hire him again.
Kay
August 25, 2025
James is a great catsitter and we plan to hire him again! He was very communicative from the start and got along so well with our cat. He showed up on time for the meet and greet and for the reservation. Thank you James!
Ian
December 4, 2025
Kay
November 9, 2025
Kay
September 30, 2025
Alex
July 27, 2025
James has helped me with my cats on more than one occasion and has also helped other friends of mine upon recommending him. He does such a great job with my cats and was always on time and sent me detailed updates with pictures which really puts me at ease while I'm away from my cats. I can't recommend him more!
James
July 27, 2025
James has a lot of experience with cats in general. He grew up with them, adopted one himself, and genuinely loves cats. Aside from cats, James is one of the most responsible people I've ever met. If I could permanently hire James to take care of my cat when I were out of town, I would never bother to look for another cat sitter ever again.
Meowtel
July 27, 2025
James 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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