I'm Stephanie

Pawsitive Joy

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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

Stephanie is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Pawsitive Joy

I'm Stephanie

Cat Sitting in Santa Ana, CA

My name is Stephanie and I absolutely love and adore cats. My admiration for cats lead to my calling to care and love them.
I have 6 cats and one dog currently. Throughout my whole life I have always been a pet owner. The multiple years of pet care experience years have been for family members to my friends to complete strangers.
With my past experience working at an animal hospital, I interacted with multiple pets with different types of personalities from being scared and timid to excitement and joy. Through this experience I have been alerted by a cat’s behavior if there is anything wrong medically...
My name is Stephanie and I absolutely love and adore cats. My admiration for cats lead to my calling to care and love them.
I have 6 cats and one dog currently. Throughout my whole life I have always been a pet owner. The multiple years of pet care experience years have been for family members to my friends to complete strangers.
With my past experience working at an animal hospital, I interacted with multiple pets with different types of personalities from being scared and timid to excitement and joy. Through this experience I have been alerted by a cat’s behavior if there is anything wrong medically. I also possess experience in administering medication for cats since my cats had to be pilled and intake oral liquid medication.
If a cat is scared and timid for stranger danger then I let the little one warm up to me and give them time to adjust according to their comfort. If a cat is just an absolute love bug then I make sure they get all the cuddles and love that they desire. When you are gone I make sure that instructions are completed and the cats are happy. Every cat will have their different personalities but I will make sure they will feel as if you have never left. I will make sure photos are sent to the pet parent and updates upon every visit. I treat your fur baby as if they were one of my own.

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

I love cat sitting. I enjoy the peace of mind of the cat from being within their own homes and not at a boarding facility. I have been cat sitting for about eight years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

The most enjoyable thing about cat sitting is getting the love and cuddles from them. Knowing that they are happy and comfortable in their own home fills my soul with joy.

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

Cats that are particularly timid or anxious I comfort them by talking to them. I like to say their name and how precious they are. If it's a girl then I say that she is a pretty girl or if it's a boy then I will tell them that they are handsome. I let them warm up to me at their pace.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained

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Diana

Diana

February 13, 2026

If you have a timid or anti-social cat, I highly recommend Stephanie. She has watched my cat several times now, and for the first time during this last reservation , my cat didn’t greet her with a hiss, a huge milestone for us. Stephanie has given my cat her space and respected her boundaries, which I think was crucial in gaining her trust. Stephanie has become our official go-to cat sitter, and this apps makes it easy and convenient.

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Judy

Judy

January 8, 2026

Stephanie took very good care of our Misty! she also cleaned her bowls from her last visit and took pictures of Misty and sent them to us which we appreciated . she also was very diligent bringing in any packages that were left by our door. we have already reserved her for our next vacation. I highly recommend her.

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Janice

Janice

November 25, 2025

Stephanie is the best. I feel so confidant leaving my cats with her. She is diligent and kind. Although both my cats are shy with strangers, one has bonded with her and lets her pet him. Very unusual. I love that. Her daily emails and pictures are very informative. I wouldn't want anyone else taking care of them.

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Khoi

Khoi

This week

I'm very grateful to have found Stephanie! She was able to work with my weird schedule and the entire experience was seamless. During the consultation visit, one of my cats was scared of Stephanie but by the end of the session, he had warmed up to her. When I was gone, he had no issues eating with Stephanie around which gave me a lot of peace of mind. I also had a complicated food prep procedure and Stephanie was caring enough for my cats that she went through the full steps each time. I would not hesitate to book with Stephanie and will be doing so again in the future.

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Diana

Diana

August 7, 2025

This is my third time booking Stephanie, and she’s officially part of Patches’ very small “approved humans” list. Patches is known for her sassy, not-so-warm personality with strangers, but she’s starting to be a little cute with Stephanie lol. Stephanie is always reliable, honest, caring, and cat-approved. Highly recommend!

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Diana

Diana

May 23, 2025

Stephanie is an absolute gem. Even though Patches has quite the temper, she handles her like a pro with patience. She sends photo updates every visit and makes sure her litter box is cleaned, gives her wet food / treats, and makes sure her dry food and water are topped off. This was my second time booking her, and won’t hesitate to book again. I highly recommend her.

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Response from Stephanie

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.50 / 20min
$49.50 / 45min
$63.50 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$141.25 / Overnight
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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.

Santa Ana cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $32.00. 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!

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