I'm Lauren

Their Paws Will Be In Good Hands

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46 Repeat clients
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100+ Meowtel reservations completed
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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

Lauren is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Their Paws Will Be In Good Hands

I'm Lauren

Cat Sitting in San Jose, CA

Hi there, thank you so much for considering me as your sitter!

🌻 I’ve owned and loved cats my entire life, and currently have four amazing rescue kitties named Felix + Milo (tabby brothers), and Arlo + Alice (fluffy orange boy and his lynx point sister). I am comfortable with animals of all shapes, sizes, and personalities and love getting to know each and every one of them! I work full-time as an aerospace engineer but absolutely love spending my free time with animals. I’m fortunate to be in a position where I can pursue both of these passions!

🐱 I recognize that each cat has unique needs and preferences and I aim to tailor my care to suit your cat’s individual personality. Whether you have a high energy kitty who can play for hours, a couch potato who just loves snuggles and back scratches, or anything in between, I'm happy to adjust our activities to keep them happy. My goal is to foster a relationship built on trust and love, providing your cats with the same affection and care that I give my own kitties...
Hi there, thank you so much for considering me as your sitter!

🌻 I’ve owned and loved cats my entire life, and currently have four amazing rescue kitties named Felix + Milo (tabby brothers), and Arlo + Alice (fluffy orange boy and his lynx point sister). I am comfortable with animals of all shapes, sizes, and personalities and love getting to know each and every one of them! I work full-time as an aerospace engineer but absolutely love spending my free time with animals. I’m fortunate to be in a position where I can pursue both of these passions!

🐱 I recognize that each cat has unique needs and preferences and I aim to tailor my care to suit your cat’s individual personality. Whether you have a high energy kitty who can play for hours, a couch potato who just loves snuggles and back scratches, or anything in between, I'm happy to adjust our activities to keep them happy. My goal is to foster a relationship built on trust and love, providing your cats with the same affection and care that I give my own kitties.

💊 I am comfortable administering eye drops, inhalers, and topical/oral medications and am more than happy to care for kitties with special needs. Please let me know what I can do to keep them safe, healthy, and comfortable.

🏡 I will carefully follow all instructions you provide in order to maintain consistency for your cat(s). In addition to cat-sitting, I am more than happy to complete extra small tasks to take care of your home such as bringing in mail, taking out trash cans, light cleaning, watering plants, etc. Just let me know how I can help and I can most likely accommodate it!

💬 Communication is incredibly important to me; I will provide written updates for each visit along with photos/videos to keep you informed and worry-free.

📅 I work at my full-time job from 6:30am-3pm Monday through Friday most weeks. Outside of these hours, I am available and happy to provide kitty care! On most weekends, I am available at any time.

🗒️ For first-time clients, I love to set up a meet & greet before the start of the booking. This is a great way to:
○ learn your kitties’ routine
○ learn the location of extra food, food/water dishes, cleaning supplies, litter boxes, etc.
○ meet your cat(s) beforehand so they’re more comfortable with me entering their space
○ go over any questions/concerns that you might have for me!

I look forward to meeting you and your kitties!

Learn More About Lauren

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love getting to meet each and every cat! Every single one has such a unique personality, and it’s so much fun seeing how our relationship will form over the course of the first few visits.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I always like to schedule a meet and greet before a booking! This time is very valuable so that I can learn about your kitties’ routine and make sure that I can simulate it while you are away. I like to go over important information such as your cat’s daily routine, behavior, medications/health concerns, key pickup/return, and the location of items that may be needed during the sit. It also provides the cat(s) with an opportunity to meet me before a booking begins so that a complete stranger isn’t entering their space and creating a stressful environment. I prefer to allow your cat(s) to warm up to me gradually with lots of treats, petting, and playtime as positive reinforcement.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am! Please don't hesitate to reach out regarding holidays - I know this is a busy time for travel so I try to make myself as available as possible.

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

I like to take things slow and work at a pace which the cat is comfortable with. I avoid direct eye contact and sudden movements, allow them to come up and sniff me when they're ready, and offer lots of treats/toys as positive reinforcement. I find that longer wand toys and laser pointers can be a great way to engage shy kitties and start to build trust from a distance. I also like to discuss this at the meet and greet in order to see if you prefer to use any specific strategies.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained Shelter Volunteer

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Travers

March 30, 2026

Lauren is so reliable and great with our cat, Chester. She is very responsive to questions/changes (for example when we let her know our building changed how the electronic entry system works, she responded within an hour). She's catsit Chester over two separate vacations now and we're thrilled! Most importantly, she sends us adorable photos of Chester while we're gone.

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Mounica

Mounica

April 8, 2026

Lauren took great care of my cat and it was nice to not have to worry about him. She gave detailed messages and pictures. and she took care of things like refilling his fountain when i didnt mention it and notifying me about things around the house.

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Sanjana

Sanjana

March 7, 2026

Lauren was wonderful with our cat, Cookie. Even though Cookie is typically shy around strangers, Lauren took the time to build trust and bond with her. We loved receiving the daily updates, which included photos and detailed notes on her appetite and mood. Lauren was incredibly patient, making sure Cookie got all the brushing and affection she loves. We highly recommend her!

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Chantelle

Chantelle

February 2, 2026

Lauren was amazing! My cat wasn't feeling well, and Lauren was through on taking care of him and reporting any issues and concerns! She adjusted to any request I made, and sent photos of my cat, and his food to show his progress!!

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Mounica

Mounica

September 15, 2025

Lauren gave great updates and also alerted me asap when my cat wasn't peeing. Thankfully he was all good but I really appreciated that Lauren was looking out for his health.

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Julie

Julie

May 3, 2026

Lauren is a caring, thorough, responsive sitter. Our cat Arthur often has a difficult time, especially the first few days we leave for vacation. We were so happy that he immediately felt comfortable with her, and settled right into his new routine. Lauren sent us updates and several pictures each visit. She gave Arthur lots of attention, including brushing, playtime and open window time. she also took care of putting out garbage, bringing in mail and watering potted plants.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$39.50 / 20min
$58.75 / 45min
$72.00 / 60min
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$63.25 / 45min
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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 Jose 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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