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I'm Ruthe
Cat Sitting in San Marcos, CA
I have had cats that needed all sorts of medical care and treatments. As a cat mom myself, I know firsthand the stress of trusting someone t... I have loved cats since I was a little girl. I brought a kitten home once telling my parents I won her at a school carnival! 😁 But my deep love and affection for cats developed once I was married and we got our first cat and we have had cats ever since. We drove from the east coast with our cats 28 years ago!
I have had cats that needed all sorts of medical care and treatments. As a cat mom myself, I know firsthand the stress of trusting someone to take care of your sweet kitty/kitties - especially when your cat is a senior kitty and not happy with change.
I know cats can be shy and not every cat will be excited to see me instead of their person at first. I am very patient and happy to let them accept me on their terms. I never want to be the cause for stress in any cat and would never try to force interaction if they are not feeling it.
I look forward to meeting your cat and you soon!
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have taken care of cats for friends and family for many years, but only recently decided to cat sit for other kitties outside my friends and family base.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love making new cat friends and also am happy to be able to take the stress off of the kitty parent when they need to travel for work or fun.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I am the lucky mom to black panther Rocky and tuxedo Violet. They are 12 year old litter mates . Violet was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, so I am learning how to treat her with transdermal medicine to avoid added stress for her.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
It’s crucial to do a meet and greet and ask questions. It’s important to feel completely comfortable with the person who will be taking care of your kitty.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I will follow the instructions provided to me by the cat parent to ensure both cat and home are safe and secure.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am normally available during the holidays. It’s so stressful traveling right now with all the crowds and cancelled flights that I stay close to home.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Ruthe is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Meowtel
May 10, 2026
Ruthe is a background-checked cat sitter in the San Marcos area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Ruthe's is 15%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Ruthe's holiday surcharge is 15%.
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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 Marcos cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $33.00. 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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Meowtel
May 10, 2026
Ruthe is a background-checked cat sitter in the San Marcos area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.