Amanda The Cat Lady
Meowtel Insured
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Rates start at: $39.00
Repeat clients: 25
Response time: 10 min
Hello,

I'm Amanda

A cat sitter in Oakland, CA

4.92/5.00
Exceptional
49 REVIEWS

You aren't charged until Amanda confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

Over 50,000 happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Amanda | Cat Sitting in Oakland, CA

I don't know where I would be without cats. They have helped me manage my anxiety for the past 2 decades. We currently own 4! Scout is almost 14, Pickle & Pippa are almost 12, and young Succotash just turned 3. Pippa has medical needs so I have experience administering pills and liquid meds. In the past we've fostered cats and kittens, both for rescues and neighborhood strays. It may also be how we went from 2 cats to 4 cats. 😊 A bit more about me is that I'm a voracious reader and have had past lives as a bookseller and Children's Books Specialist/Buyer. I also love boardgames, TV, puzzles, gin cocktails, comic books, trying new restaurants, and traveling with my friends! I'm currently available to cat-sit in the East Bay. I can take morning, afternoon or evening app...

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

I've been a catsitter for almost 2 years and a cat owner for about 20 years. It's been great for my mental health! I love meeting new animal friends.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Getting to know the personalities of all the kitties! I'm also partial to a True Snuggler of a cat.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

It's always nice when a shy kitty warms up to you, it's so rewarding. A client who's responsive to your daily check-ins is always a plus!

Amanda's Reviews

Attention to Detail
4.9
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
4.8
Freeman

She was wonderful and reliable, and was able to shut off the alarm even though we forgot to put it where she expected it to be. She's helped us out at least three times now, and she's always done a great job. .

Meowtel-verified reservation
March 11, 2024
Sandra

The reservation process is super easy. Our travel was delayed. it was super easy to add a day.

Meowtel-verified reservation
January 17, 2024
Kara

Amanda is wonderful! She had no problem caring for our quirky crew (3 shy indoor cats plus at least one feral outside). She is quick to respond, very communicative, and went above and beyond with everything.

Meowtel-verified reservation
January 15, 2024
Lindsey

Amanda was incredibly attentive to our cat, even bringing in her own toy when she saw how ours was a bit chewed up. She responds quickly and is easy to schedule with, and we knew our cat was in her capable hands while we were away!

Meowtel-verified reservation
January 4, 2024
Thomas

Took great care of my cat!

Meowtel-verified reservation
December 27, 2023
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Amanda's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Animal CPR Trained
  • Foster Parent
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Subcutaneous Fluids

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

will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $41.00. 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.

Amanda The Cat Lady
4.92 • 49 reviewsFrom $39.00