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I'm Josephine
Cat Sitting in San Francisco, CA
Beyond personal experience I've spent 2 years as a trained cat socialization volunteer at the SF SPCA, which have taught my how to handle cats of different temperaments and life stages... Hello! I’m Josephine and I have been passionate about cats and their care since I first started cat sitting in 2018. I'm dedicated to making sure every cat feels pampered, safe and loved while their person is away. At home I share my life with my two kitties, Shun and Momo.
Beyond personal experience I've spent 2 years as a trained cat socialization volunteer at the SF SPCA, which have taught my how to handle cats of different temperaments and life stages. I'm also comfortable with a range of cat care needs, including following special diet instructions, oral medication routines, and caring for senior cats.
During visits, I tailor my approach depending on the cat. I start my visit by sitting quietly and letting them come to me on their own terms, whether that leads to a fun energetic play session or a calm peaceful company.
I bring a warm and calm presence to every visit and I believe in respecting each cat’s personality. I love all cats! And every single one deserves to feel safe and cozy while their person is away.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I began cat-sitting back in 2018, and the love has grown ever since! I’ve spent the 2 years as a trained cat socialization volunteer at the SF SPCA, which have taught my how to handle cats of all temperaments and life stages, from shy and reserved to bold and high-energy kitties. Through my shelter work, I'm also comfortable with a range of cat care needs, including following special diet instructions, medication routines, supplements, and caring for senior cats. It’s something I genuinely love doing :)
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes I have two kitties, Shun, a very playful boy, and his sister Momo, a lovely and sweet girl.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I like to do a quick meet & greet first so I can hear all about the cat from the parent, their personality, habits, what they like, and how they are around new people. I always send visit updates and photos so the parent can have peace of mind and enjoy their time away.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes I am usually available for drop-ins during holidays.
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Josephine is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Ale
This month
Josephine is phenomenal. She’s watched Bear and Blue a few times now and she’s officially our go-to whenever we’re out of town — we’ve already got her booked for a bunch of upcoming trips. What sets her apart: she sends consistent updates throughout every visit, with tons of photos, so we never have to wonder how things are going. She plays with the cats a ton — they’re clearly comfortable with her. And she goes way beyond what we ask for. She’ll tidy up, make sure everything’s in order, and leave the place better than she found it. She’s also genuinely observant. When one of the cats threw up, she let us know right away, along with her own read on what might have caused it. That kind of proactive communication is exactly what you want from someone watching your pets while you’re gone. Five stars, easily. Highly recommend.
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Shirlyne
June 20, 2026
Josephine was so sweet and personable to work with! She went above and beyond in playing with my kitties, spoiling them with head massages and treats everyday for two weeks. One of my cats is a bit shy, but he came out of his shell around her and enjoys her company. She also helped clean up my litter area, which was a kind gesture given how dusty my space can get. The meet-and-greet was also a smooth process, and Josephine was able to engage with my detailed instructions on the google doc since I can get particular about their care. Overall, I strongly recommend Josephine as a cat sitter, and will be reaching out to her again should I need someone to look after my cats again in SF!
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Rebecca
May 26, 2026
Josephine is a truly great kitty(s) sitter, she’s friendly, easy to talk to and my cats seemed to warm up to her quicker than anyone else they’ve ever met. I have a very skittish orangey and the day she came to meet up for our 30 min intro I expected him to be nervous and wary like he always is, but nope, to my shock he literally jumped right off the couch and went straight up to her and let her pet him immediately and that continued on the entire time I was gone. My girl cat loved her too 😻 she texted me every day when she got there she sent photos. She played with my cats and gave them love. She even asked me to leave my vacuum near the litter box so she could keep my apartment cleaner. She did a perfect job and I will absolutely be booking her again 🥰
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Stela
June 23, 2026
Josephine was incredible with our two kitties and we feel lucky she took such amazing care of them! We were away for just over two weeks and this was our first time leaving them with someone else, so were initially very worried. Josephine made friends with them on day 1 and with her lovely updates, pictures and videos every day she made us feel extremely calm from the beginning. Apart from the main things like food, water, litter, she made sure there always a bit of time for play and cuddles, which was key for winning their hearts. Our kitties were calm and happy when we came back, though I am sure they miss her!
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Michelle
May 26, 2026
Josephine went above and beyond! Lua was so well taken care of with the sweetest reports every day and pictures. Not only that, Josephine helped inform me when the water filter needed changing and with swapping out the litter box for my long trip. Would have her take care of Lua again!
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Ale
This month
Josephine continues to amaze us! she took care of our kitties for a week we were away and she went above and beyond with them, even cleaning out the water fountains that were starting to have some moldy build up. she truly cares about our kitties and making sure our place is left better than how she found it. this time she left us a tiny magnetic portrait of the kitties - she’s just so thoughtful. truly I could not recommend anyone better to take care of your cats
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Drop in visits rates
Josephine's is 50%
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
Josephine's holiday surcharge is 50%.
Drop in visits rates
Josephine's is 50%
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
Josephine's holiday surcharge is 50%.
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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 Francisco cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $39.00. 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
Ale
This month
Josephine is phenomenal. She’s watched Bear and Blue a few times now and she’s officially our go-to whenever we’re out of town — we’ve already got her booked for a bunch of upcoming trips. What sets her apart: she sends consistent updates throughout every visit, with tons of photos, so we never have to wonder how things are going. She plays with the cats a ton — they’re clearly comfortable with her. And she goes way beyond what we ask for. She’ll tidy up, make sure everything’s in order, and leave the place better than she found it. She’s also genuinely observant. When one of the cats threw up, she let us know right away, along with her own read on what might have caused it. That kind of proactive communication is exactly what you want from someone watching your pets while you’re gone. Five stars, easily. Highly recommend.
Shirlyne
June 20, 2026
Josephine was so sweet and personable to work with! She went above and beyond in playing with my kitties, spoiling them with head massages and treats everyday for two weeks. One of my cats is a bit shy, but he came out of his shell around her and enjoys her company. She also helped clean up my litter area, which was a kind gesture given how dusty my space can get. The meet-and-greet was also a smooth process, and Josephine was able to engage with my detailed instructions on the google doc since I can get particular about their care. Overall, I strongly recommend Josephine as a cat sitter, and will be reaching out to her again should I need someone to look after my cats again in SF!
Rebecca
May 26, 2026
Josephine is a truly great kitty(s) sitter, she’s friendly, easy to talk to and my cats seemed to warm up to her quicker than anyone else they’ve ever met. I have a very skittish orangey and the day she came to meet up for our 30 min intro I expected him to be nervous and wary like he always is, but nope, to my shock he literally jumped right off the couch and went straight up to her and let her pet him immediately and that continued on the entire time I was gone. My girl cat loved her too 😻 she texted me every day when she got there she sent photos. She played with my cats and gave them love. She even asked me to leave my vacuum near the litter box so she could keep my apartment cleaner. She did a perfect job and I will absolutely be booking her again 🥰
Stela
June 23, 2026
Josephine was incredible with our two kitties and we feel lucky she took such amazing care of them! We were away for just over two weeks and this was our first time leaving them with someone else, so were initially very worried. Josephine made friends with them on day 1 and with her lovely updates, pictures and videos every day she made us feel extremely calm from the beginning. Apart from the main things like food, water, litter, she made sure there always a bit of time for play and cuddles, which was key for winning their hearts. Our kitties were calm and happy when we came back, though I am sure they miss her!
Michelle
May 26, 2026
Josephine went above and beyond! Lua was so well taken care of with the sweetest reports every day and pictures. Not only that, Josephine helped inform me when the water filter needed changing and with swapping out the litter box for my long trip. Would have her take care of Lua again!
Ale
This month
Josephine continues to amaze us! she took care of our kitties for a week we were away and she went above and beyond with them, even cleaning out the water fountains that were starting to have some moldy build up. she truly cares about our kitties and making sure our place is left better than how she found it. this time she left us a tiny magnetic portrait of the kitties - she’s just so thoughtful. truly I could not recommend anyone better to take care of your cats
Edward
May 5, 2026
Josephine is a rockstar. She sent me Insta worthy photos and videos everyday. Kitties were happy and well taken care of. I am so happy I found her!
Rebecca
This month
We left our 😻😻kitties for the second time in the loving, caring, very capable hands of our cat sitter, Josephine. we were out of town for 2 weeks (which seems like an eternity when it comes to being away from your pets!) and having Josephine there everyday made it easier on us❣️She goes above and beyond everyday with photos and videos of playtime as well as the simple things like feeding and watering. She gives helpful suggestions, tips, and quickly runs through the checklist completion daily. Most importantly, you can tell she really cares for my cats 🐈 🐈⬛❤️ ♡(=^・^=)♡
Kate
This week
Josephine took wonderful care of our two cats while we were away. She was reliable, attentive, and kept us updated with daily photos and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind during our trip. She spent quality time playing with them, brushed them, and made sure they were happy and comfortable. It was clear that she genuinely cared about them and paid attention to their individual personalities and needs. We came home to two happy, relaxed cats and everything was just as we left it. I’m so grateful for her excellent care and would absolutely trust her again in the future.
Erika
June 23, 2026
Josephine is fabulous - took great care of our fur baby, sent us daily messages and photos and put our minds at ease while traveling. Our kitty isn't always the friendliest, but she loved Josephine from the start. Highly recommend!
Antonio
June 23, 2026
Josephine is super responsive, super organized and dealt with my mean grumpy cat with so much grace. she gave so many great updates and photos and gave me peace of mind on my trip. I’ve booked several sitters here and this is by far the best experience!
Lark
May 26, 2026
Amazing catsitter, went above and beyond! She even connected with my super shy cat that hides from strangers and sent lots of updates including cute photos. Was such a relief knowing my cats were well taken care of while I was gone, definitely will hire again!
Eric
May 18, 2026
Josephine' is awesome every time and I always come back to a clean home. She quickly learned about Dinkums feeding schedules and when I came back he was very happy. Happy to have found my go to sitter in the city!
Erin
April 5, 2026
Josephine was so sweet and thorough taking care of my 2 kitties! she sent tons of pics and really made me feel like the girls were in good hands. She also handled one of the kitties taking her pill. Definitely recommend her, one of the best sitters i’ve had!
Nate
June 4, 2026
Josephine was taking care of my kitties while I was traveling abroad. super communicative and sent me daily updates. she was easy to work with on scheduling and helped cleaned up any mess the cats made. thank you!
Michelle
March 26, 2026
Josephine was a great sitter! She sent timely photos and updates every day and did such a great job checking in and letting me know how Lua was doing. Lua seemed to enjoy the company very much. Would love to have Josephine take care of her again!
Nysa
April 7, 2026
Josephine is a great sitter! My cat immediately liked her and I felt safe knowing my cat will be in good hands when I’m on vacation. It’s hard to leave your pets behind and worrying for their safety… but Josephine is extremely kind and loving towards the animals & she sends a lot of photos, videos etc she’s super informative & helpful. You’ll feel very safe leaving your pet to be watched by her! I’m very happy to have found someone I can count on for my future trips! My cat is very happy as well. Thank You Josephine!! <3
Noah
May 26, 2026
Josephine was amazing! She was incredibly communicative, let me know when she was arriving, and sent lots of pictures! She was so thoughtful asking questions and was great with my kitty! Best experience I’ve had with cat sitting!
Eric
April 5, 2026
I booked Josephine when I needed a last minute sitter and I really appreciated how accommodating she was. She left the place clean and my cat was very happy when I got back!
Ivan
June 14, 2026
I can speak highly enough of Josephine! She was outstanding in her care of my little guy while I was away. She was thourough, thoughtful, with excellent communication, and was genuinely caring in her watching over my cat Gus. She took care of everything as asked in a detailed manner and eased my anxieties about leaving Gus while on my trip. I will 100% be using Josephine for cat sitting on the future. 10/10!!!
Erika
This week
Josephine is an amazing cat sitter and is now our go to! Chloe, our somewhat finicky cat, loves her and cuddles with Josephine more than she does with us! Couldn't ask for a better experience.
Eric
March 23, 2026
Josephine did a great job watching my cats! Communication was easy and fast. When I came back, my cats were happy and relaxed. I would definitely recommend.
Noah
This month
This was my second time booking with Josephine! She continues to be super communicative and responsive. She sent tons of pictures and is great with my cat! such a good experience!
Sitara
This week
Josephine was amazing! She was very attentive, detailed, communicative. She updated me on her entire visit and shared so many photos and videos. I will absolutely book Josephine again.
Ale
June 25, 2026
Josephine is spectacular. We’ve had great cat sitters before, but none better than Josephine. She is communicative, organized, and so caring. She really goes above and beyond. She took great care of our cats and she also left our home better than before. I cannot recommend Josephine enough!
Julia
This month
Josephine is amazing! She is very communicative and I felt that our cats were in caring, responsible hands. Knowing that the cats were safe and happy at home makes vacation so much more fun. I will definitely book her again next time we travel.
Wes
April 5, 2026
Josephine is amazing. I always come home to a happy, healthy cat after she’s been caring for her. She’s clearly experienced and professional, and her background really helps her provide thoughtful, attentive care. She understands what my cat needs, gives her lots of affection, and makes sure she feels comfortable and secure while I’m away. I’m incredibly grateful for Josephine and would wholeheartedly recommend her.
Edward
June 30, 2026
Josephine has taken care of my kitties a number of times. She’s thoughtful and caring. When I return from my trip, my kitties are always happy. 100% recommended!!
Rebecca
This week
Chunhua
This week
Tyler
This month
Wes
This month
Josephine is truly the best cat-sitter I’ve ever met. She is professional, friendly, pays attention to detail. My cat Molly is always thrilled to see her and I always come back to a happy cat and a tidy home. Thank you again!
Antonio
June 25, 2026
Josephine even lift a little gift. best sitter on meowtel ever!
Wes
June 17, 2026
Wes
June 15, 2026
I came home to a happy cat always. Thank you, Josephine!
Wes
June 13, 2026
Awesome as always! Can’t recommend her enough!
Eric
June 12, 2026
Awesome as usual! Thank you for taking care of Dinkum!
Wes
June 11, 2026
Eric
June 10, 2026
Tyler
June 6, 2026
Timely, communicative, and caring, she does a great job!
Philip
May 25, 2026
Josephine did a great job taking care of Seven!
Wes
May 22, 2026
Wes
May 18, 2026
My cat Molly always comes back happy and healthy! Can’t recommend Josephine enough! She’s awesome and meets you and your cat’s needs!
Eric
May 17, 2026
Eric
May 10, 2026
Great experience as always! Josephine has amazing communication and I always feel at ease when I’m on vacation and she’s watching my cats.
Fangchi
May 2, 2026
Josephine is great with Cleo! thanks to her, I got to come back to a clean house and a stress-free Cleo!
Wes
April 5, 2026
Awesome every time!
Wesley
March 17, 2026
Josephine is truly an amazing cat sitter. Her love for cats is so genuine, and it shows in the way she cares for them. My cat, Molly, is always happy to see her whenever she comes to catsit, which says everything to me. She is thoughtful, detailed, attentive, and incredibly caring. I always feel at ease knowing Molly is with someone who will look after her so well and treat her with so much love. I couldn’t recommend Josephine more highly. She is exactly the kind of person you hope to find when trusting someone with your cat.
Eric
March 17, 2026
Josephine has helped me watch my 2 cats before when I've traveled and I highly recommend her services! I miss my cats a lot during my trips and Josephine's diligent communication and photos of my cats helped put me at ease and enjoy my vacation more. My cats were happy, well fed, and litter cleaned when I came back. I can tell she has great attention to detail and genuinely cares about cats, I would definitely use her services again.
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March 16, 2026
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