I'm Nicole

Nicole's Neko Care

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30 Reviews
< 30 mins Response Time
15 Repeat clients
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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

Nicole is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Nicole's Neko Care

I'm Nicole

Cat Sitting in San Francisco, CA

Hello! I’m an experienced cat sitter living in San Francisco. Here are a few facts about myself:

🐱I have been around cats my whole life and have a deep understanding of their behavior. In fact, my first job as a teen was cat sitting for neighbors and friends. I have also volunteered at the SFSPCA, working with cats of all ages and personalities.

🐱I take great pri...
Hello! I’m an experienced cat sitter living in San Francisco. Here are a few facts about myself:

🐱I have been around cats my whole life and have a deep understanding of their behavior. In fact, my first job as a teen was cat sitting for neighbors and friends. I have also volunteered at the SFSPCA, working with cats of all ages and personalities.

🐱I take great pride in providing excellent care for your pets. Whether your cat is shy or active, young or old, cuddly or sassy (or often times both!), I respect their boundaries and space.

🐱I currently have one 5 year old cat named Ihmotep (Imo for short) who keeps me on my toes everyday!

I’m looking forward to meeting your feline friends!

🐾 Fun fact: Neko means cat in Japanese

Learn More About Nicole

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a 5 year old cat named Ihmotep (Imo for short). I adopted him and his sister Oni in 2021. Unfortunately we lost Oni from FIP when she was 2 years old. Imo is very active and loves jumping on the cabinets, chasing the wand toy, and playing fetch.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I’m usually available during the holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. I can provide cat sitting services for longer streches of time as well.

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

Having worked with timid and anxious cats before, I like to make sure the cat feels as comfortable as possible. What this often looks like is sitting in the floor near the cat and speaking to them in a calm voice while watching their body language. From there, if they look comfortable, I’ll offer them my hand to sniff. I will never grab, yell, or force interaction with a cat.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

5.00
30 reviews
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Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Luiza

Luiza

June 22, 2026

Nicole was the best! I had just moved to San Francisco and had to spend three weeks away. I was worried that my cats would be stressed by both the recent move and my long absence, but they were so happy with Nicole. She was incredibly sweet with them, and from the photos she sent, I could tell they had so much fun playing with her. She was also very helpful and accommodating in returning our keys late in the evening. I couldn’t recommend her more highly. She is amazing!

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Christa

Christa

February 24, 2026

Nicole took wonderful care of my Cat Miso for a long weekend. I had just moved to SF and my cat was naturally anxious and unsettled with the ease. She very quickly warmed up to Nicole, and Nicole did a great job feeding her, keeping my home tidy from my cat’s messes, and playing with her. Would strongly recommend Nicole and look forward to having her sit again!

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Christa

Christa

April 10, 2026

This is our second time having Nicole watch our cat and will definitely continue to use her services in the future. She’s kind, communicative, our cat really enjoys her presence and she always keeps things clean and tidy.

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Jillian

Jillian

May 28, 2026

Nicole was great with my two senior cats. She administered medication and gave thorough updates. I would happily hire her again.

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Emilia

Emilia

June 27, 2026

Nicole was a fantastic cat sitter! She took wonderful care of my little Ruby, spent time playing with her, and sent me daily updates that gave me peace of mind while I was away. I highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and attentive pet sitter!

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Kate

Kate

May 26, 2026

Nicole is the absolute best! She took care of my cat while I was away for a couple of weeks traveling. I could tell that June felt so comfortable and at ease with her. She was very communicative and always sent me daily updates. Thank you Nicole!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$31.60 / 20min
$50.25 / 45min
$64.50 / 60min
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Trust & Safety

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 $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!

5.00
30 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)