Loving Cat Aunty
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I'm Emina

A cat sitter in San Francisco, CA

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
11 REVIEWS

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I'm Emina | Cat Sitting in San Francisco, CA

Hi! I’ve been a proud cat mom to my Bengal mix, Kismet, for over 3 years. This summer, I moved back to San Francisco from Berlin and am currently waiting to bring Kismet over to join me. While I wait, I’ve been cat-sitting alongside my work as a freelance strategy consultant—starting with friends and now expanding my services here. I absolutely adore cats and miss Kismet dearly, so it's been a joy to care for so many fur babies in the meantime. I genuinely enjoy getting to know each cat’s unique personality and building a loving connection with them. I consider myself a very caring and attentive cat sitter, always going the extra mile to ensure that your cat(s) feel happy and well-cared-for. I create a clean, cozy environment with plenty of cuddles, grooming (when allowed), and lots of pl...

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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I’ve been a cat mom myself for over 3 years. My cat-sitting experience started in Berlin with friends who would bring their cats over to stay with me for several weeks at a time. More recently, I’ve been cat sitting in San Francisco, sometimes staying overnight for longer trips as well as dropping in daily for shorter absences. I have around 2-3 years of experience overall, caring for more than 15 different cats thus far—usually one-on-one, but sometimes for sibling pairs

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

My baby is called Kismet. He’s a 15 lbs bengal mix and the king of my castle, with the sweetest disposition and the most loving personality. It sounds cheesy but my life changed after he came into it, hence his name.

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

I take extra time with timid or anxious cats, respecting their space and gradually building trust. I focus on showing them that I'm safe by being patient and giving them the distance they need. With consistency and a calming presence, I've often been able to help even the shyest cats come out of their shell—many have eventually felt comfortable enough to enjoy playtime or curl up for a cozy nap on my chest.

Emina's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Raleigh

Emina went above and beyond with my last minute reservation. She was very attentive and diligent and the boys loved her.

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December 8, 2024
Erin

Emina was amazing - she sent detailed pictures and notes everyday, and even got my shy cat to consistently sit on her lap within 2 days (and take her pill)! would definitely recommend Emina

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December 1, 2024
Adam

Friendly, caring, prompt!

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October 23, 2024
Elliana

Emina was a great playmate to my cats and a very caring cat sitter. She also watered my plants and was overall very responsive and helpful.

Meowtel-verified reservation
October 21, 2024
Pamela

I felt very comfortable and safe to go away on my trip and leave RAF in the care of Emina, she was amazing with him and gave me daily updates, which I really appreciated. would definitely repeat

Meowtel-verified reservation
October 8, 2024
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Emina's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Bike
  • Ground

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Frequently Asked Questions

San Francisco cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $42.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Loving Cat Aunty
5.00 • 11 reviewsFrom $42.25