I'm Kelsey

Kelsey The Cat Bestie

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Kelsey is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Kelsey The Cat Bestie

I'm Kelsey

Cat Sitting in San Francisco, CA

Hi, I’m Kelsey! I’m a lifelong cat lover and proud cat mom to my sweet girl, Margo. She’s playful, talkative, and full of personality. Being a cat mom to her has only deepened my love and appreciation for cats of all kinds.

Having grown up around cats, I understand that each one has their own unique personality and comfort level. I always let cats warm up at their own ...
Hi, I’m Kelsey! I’m a lifelong cat lover and proud cat mom to my sweet girl, Margo. She’s playful, talkative, and full of personality. Being a cat mom to her has only deepened my love and appreciation for cats of all kinds.

Having grown up around cats, I understand that each one has their own unique personality and comfort level. I always let cats warm up at their own pace, using calm tones and sitting at their level so they feel safe and secure. My goal is to make sure your cat feels cared for, respected, and loved while you’re away, just like I would want for Margo.

I work from home and have a very flexible schedule.

I am comfortable and have experience in administering oral medications, topical medications, and eye medications.

Learn More About Kelsey

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have one cat, Margo. She is a 2 year old brown tabby. We just celebrated her 1 year adopt-a-versary! She is a loving cat who is playful and very talkative! Her favorite toys are springs and any toy that chirps like a bird!

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

As someone who uses cat sitters themselves, I think the meet and greets are so important! You’re able to get the vibe of the sitter and see how they interact with your fur baby. It always makes me feel at ease meeting and seeing the sitter who will be watching Margo before I’m away.

What is your favorite cat toy?

I currently have a flappy bird that chirps and vibrates that has been a fan favorite! It keeps Margo entertained for hours.

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

I grew up with veryyyy timid cats. I know that they take some time to warm up to new people and that persistence is key when it comes to earning their trust.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

Skills:

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Genesis

Genesis

January 27, 2026

10/10 would ask Kelsey to watch our babies again!! She did everything we asked of her regarding the care of the our cats and sent many pictures every day that she visited them. She is very responsive and I can’t recommend her more!!!

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Claudia

Claudia

November 4, 2025

This was our first time using a catsitter/service and Kelsey immediately mitigated our concerns when she asked thoughtful questions, respected a kitty boundary during introductions, and when our other kitty flopped down for immediate attention. She kept us updated, shared very good photos we looked forward to, and took on some of the additional challenges of our very particular cats without hesitation. We look forward to working with her again and we recommend you book her for your upcoming travel!

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Jisoo

Jisoo

October 14, 2025

This was my first time hiring a cat sitter and I’m glad I had Kelsey! She was very communicative from handoff of our keys to sending daily updates of our cats. Not to mention, our cats warmed up to her quickly and felt comfortable around her. Highly recommend for a cat sitter in SF. She also takes the best cat pics!

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Shealey

Shealey

October 6, 2025

Kelsey was a thoughtful cat sitter and my cat absolutely fell in love with her! I appreciate Kelsey's messages and pictures while she catsat, and she was able to make my shy cat come out and play which is miraculous.

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Isabel

Isabel

This month

Kelsey took care of our sweet kitty while we were away for a full week. She provided wonderful thorough updates with great photos, and clearly gave our boy lots of love. We appreciated her so much and will definitely use her fo cat sitting again!

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Claudia

Claudia

January 7, 2026

Another wonderful experience with Kelsey! She is an incredible sitter who will leave you feeling confident about your cats care while you're away. Responsive, sends updates and photos, and takes on weird cat idiosyncrasies with kindness.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$33.30 / 20min
$50.15 / 45min
$70.75 / 60min
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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 Francisco cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $37.00. 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!

5.00
26 reviews
5.00
From $33.30

Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)