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I'm Shirley

A cat sitter in San Mateo, CA

5.00/5.00
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11 REVIEWS

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I'm Shirley | Cat Sitting in San Mateo, CA

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

I cat-sat in college for 3 years! And I have had a total of 9 years of owning a cat personally.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Cats have so much personality! It’s the quiet, meaningful connection that unfolds on THEIR terms. There is something special about earning the trust of a cat (especially the shy or independent ones!)

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a white Persian cat, named Latte! She is a long-haired beauty with yellow eyes. People often comment how she looks like Marie from Aristocats 💗 She is turning 6 this year and I’ve had her since she was a kitten

Shirley's Reviews

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Julie

Julie

Shirley was wonderful with my cats. I have a very cautious cat who immediately took to Shirley. She must have sensed her kind of loving nature. Shirley kept me posted everyday on their well being and sent pictures of them hanging out with her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 29, 2025
Joy

Joy

She comes to our house twice a day to feed our cats, she follows our advice and feeds our cats probably, she cleans up every time if needed, she opens windows for fresh air to our cats, she is a very caring person, she always on time to take care of our cats, she is a very responsible person, our cats was scared to strangers, we are first time hiring a professional cat sitter, we have learned that we should have let Shirley to play with our cats and get familiar to each others, before coming over to take care of them. Shirley was so nice to alert us that our cats were having stress for strangers, and finally our cats were getting along with her. We know it is not easy for anyone to hire a professional cat sitter specially at first time, and it is also not easy for cat sitter to face some challenges. But we are still so grateful to Shirley, she takes such a tasks and over come to those difficulties. We highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a cat sitter for their needs.

Meowtel-verified reservation 2+ weeks long
October 11, 2025
Emma

Emma

Shirley was amazing with our two cats! She followed all of our care instructions and was so caring and patient with our kitties. She sent us tons of pictures and videos and sent an awesome update each visit. We felt totally at ease knowing Shirley was taking such great care of our cats.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 1, 2025
Wiebke

Wiebke

Shirley is truly wonderful — like Mary Poppins for cats! Our two cats absolutely loved her! She was gentle, reliable, and sent thoughtful updates with photos and videos every day. When I mixed up the booking dates, she was incredibly kind and flexible. We came home to two happy, relaxed cats. We are so grateful and would recommend her wholeheartedly!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 19, 2025
Stephanie

Stephanie

We had a fabulous experience with Shirley. She was punctual, responsive, professional, and great with our furry orange boys. We appreciate that she took the time to come over to meet all of us prior to our trip. She sent photos and videos to us every day we were gone. We definitely recommend Shirley for your cat sitter needs!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 15, 2025
Jill

Jill

Shirley was a great sitter! Her communication was great and she was very thorough. She even got our shy kitty to open up. I would recommend Shirley to anyone looking for a cat sitter!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 23, 2025
Blake

Blake

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 22, 2025
Ilariia

Ilariia

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 15, 2025
Rebecca

Rebecca

Shirley helped cat-sit my two foster cats when I had to unexpectedly leave town, and I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. She came twice a day to feed, clean, and play with the kitties, always going above and beyond to provide regular updates, which gave me peace of mind. Shirley also has a precious cat of her own who is extremely loved and well cared for, and her experience administering medication to her cat was a huge plus. Her kindness, attention to detail, and reliability make her a fantastic choice for any cat sitting needs.

June 23, 2025
Daniel

Daniel

Every time I have Shirley as my cat sitter, I come back to a happy, relaxed cat. That honestly says everything. She is attentive, communicative, and clearly understands feline behaviors. The daily updates and photos are the cherry on top 🍒

June 23, 2025
Meowtel

Meowtel

Shirley is a background-checked cat sitter in the San Mateo area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

June 23, 2025

Shirley's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $39.00 / 20min $61.55 / 45min $84.75 / 60min
  • Shirley's Holiday Surcharge is 45%
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Shirley's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

San Mateo cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $37.00. 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.

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