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I'm Mary
Cat Sitting in Santa Monica, CA
While my cat Penny would prefer that I spend all of my time with her, she is willing to share me with your kitties on occasion ;)
Learn More About Mary
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I’ve had cats my entire life and have been fostering kittens for the past 3 years. I’ve also spent years cat sitting for friends and neighbors, as well as through a service.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes! I don’t have family nearby and typically don’t travel during holidays so I’m available to care for your pets while you’re away.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
As a foster, I specialize in socializing scared and anxious cats and kittens. I speak to them in a calm quiet tone, approach slowly, and utilize toys and/or treats to earn trust. I also recognize when it’s best to give them space.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Mary is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Maya
September 19, 2026
I was very nervous to leave my cat for so long, as I had never been apart from her for more than 4 days before or left her with a stranger (usually friends took care of her), but Mary responded so quickly to my booking request and that anxiety started to leave my body. Later, when I met Mary during our meet n greet and saw her interact with my cat. My cat is not always social with new people, but she was instantly sniffing and hugging Mary's legs. I felt good. I was especially impressed and relaxed by Mary's own experience with semi-feral cats. (I adopted mine as an adult and I never learned her "origin story" but I suspect she was a street cat). She is calm and communicative with cats in a way that they immediately respond to. Every day during my trip, Mary sent many pictures for both breakfast and dinner visits. I could even see in the photos that over the course of these visits that Mary was able to get my little creature out of her shell. Playtimes involved more belly-up time, less under the couch time, and Mary and my cat spent more time on the floor together. The one time something mildly negative (truly so small and outside of anyone's control) happened, she communicated quickly with the situation, how my cat responded, and how she handled the situation and my cat's spiked anxiety. The way that time zones worked out, I'd get breakfast visit pics from Mary after dinner during my trip or closer to bedtime, and this truly made a huge difference in my ability to relax on vacation. I really cannot recommend Mary enough!!!
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Madeleine
January 9, 2026
Mary was an angel with our kitty. we are so incredibly thankful for how attentive she was, sending us multiple pictures a day, cleaning the litter box, taking the trash out. we have a very anxious, shy cat and she managed to make friend with him instantly!
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Joohee
February 10, 2026
Mary is such a cat whisperer! My cat is super timid and shy but she warmed up to Mary super fast. Took so many photos so I never got cat sick from being away from my kitty. Went above and beyond for an amazing stay. I had no doubt that she was in good hands so I could focus on my trip. Thank you!
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Lauren
December 6, 2025
Mary was the best! She took great care of our cats, helped give one his eye medication and made sure everything was going well.
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Rita
February 8, 2026
Mary was a wonderful kitty sitter and I felt confident leaving my cats in her care. My very very shy boy even warmed up to her. Will be using her again. Thanks Mary!
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Lexie
November 29, 2025
Mary tool such great care of our two cats! She gave us detailed updates, took lots of pictures, and made us feel like they were getting a lot of love while we were away. the litter box area was clean
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Mary'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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Mary's holiday surcharge is 15%.
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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 Monica cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $38.00. 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!
Rating breakdown
Maya
September 19, 2026
I was very nervous to leave my cat for so long, as I had never been apart from her for more than 4 days before or left her with a stranger (usually friends took care of her), but Mary responded so quickly to my booking request and that anxiety started to leave my body. Later, when I met Mary during our meet n greet and saw her interact with my cat. My cat is not always social with new people, but she was instantly sniffing and hugging Mary's legs. I felt good. I was especially impressed and relaxed by Mary's own experience with semi-feral cats. (I adopted mine as an adult and I never learned her "origin story" but I suspect she was a street cat). She is calm and communicative with cats in a way that they immediately respond to. Every day during my trip, Mary sent many pictures for both breakfast and dinner visits. I could even see in the photos that over the course of these visits that Mary was able to get my little creature out of her shell. Playtimes involved more belly-up time, less under the couch time, and Mary and my cat spent more time on the floor together. The one time something mildly negative (truly so small and outside of anyone's control) happened, she communicated quickly with the situation, how my cat responded, and how she handled the situation and my cat's spiked anxiety. The way that time zones worked out, I'd get breakfast visit pics from Mary after dinner during my trip or closer to bedtime, and this truly made a huge difference in my ability to relax on vacation. I really cannot recommend Mary enough!!!
Madeleine
January 9, 2026
Mary was an angel with our kitty. we are so incredibly thankful for how attentive she was, sending us multiple pictures a day, cleaning the litter box, taking the trash out. we have a very anxious, shy cat and she managed to make friend with him instantly!
Joohee
February 10, 2026
Mary is such a cat whisperer! My cat is super timid and shy but she warmed up to Mary super fast. Took so many photos so I never got cat sick from being away from my kitty. Went above and beyond for an amazing stay. I had no doubt that she was in good hands so I could focus on my trip. Thank you!
Lauren
December 6, 2025
Mary was the best! She took great care of our cats, helped give one his eye medication and made sure everything was going well.
Rita
February 8, 2026
Mary was a wonderful kitty sitter and I felt confident leaving my cats in her care. My very very shy boy even warmed up to her. Will be using her again. Thanks Mary!
Lexie
November 29, 2025
Mary tool such great care of our two cats! She gave us detailed updates, took lots of pictures, and made us feel like they were getting a lot of love while we were away. the litter box area was clean
Blake
February 28, 2026
Mary was incredible! She was very responsive and provided very thorough updates with pictures and videos. Will definitely book her in the future!
Maddie
December 1, 2025
Mary was great with our cats! Our cats are on the more anxious side, but she was still able to get good photos and make sure they were cared for. I’m sure that if she had longer she would have won them over. We would definitely have her back!
Andrew
November 30, 2025
Mary was a fantastic sitter for my grumpy senior, Millie! Prompt, communicative, and quite kind, above all. I would recommend her to anyone, and will most certainly be booking her the next time I need a sitter.
Jackson
January 2, 2026
Mary is absolutely fantastic - trustworthy, always on time, great with the kitties and made sure to keep our place clean, too! We have found our furever-sitter!
Blake
August 23, 2026
Mary always does a phenomenal job. She is very responsive, provides detailed updates of her visits and treats our cats with such care and love!
Lexie
December 30, 2025
this is our 2nd experience with Mary, she is a wonderful cat sitter! the cats are clearly well loved and she does a great job of communicating with us!
Mary
September 14, 2026
Blake
September 1, 2026
Tamir
July 29, 2026
Mary
July 14, 2026
Mary is awesome!!! Very communicative and takes excellent care of my cat.
Leah
July 12, 2026
Tamir
July 11, 2026
Leah
May 31, 2026
Mary was the perfect catsitter! She took great care of our cats and sent really nice updates. We’d love to have her take care of them again.
Tamir
May 21, 2026
Tamir
May 2, 2026
Nicole
January 14, 2026
Nicole
December 29, 2025
Mary did a great job taking care of my boys!! Thank you!!
Matt
December 20, 2025
Tamir
December 2, 2025
Mary is an incredible person and trustworthy catsitter and problem solver
Nicole
December 1, 2025
Arthur
November 7, 2025
Mary is one of those people animals instantly trust. She’s cared for her own cats for years and has fostered more kittens than I can count. Her patience and kindness goes above and beyond. She’s calm, dependable, and truly loves every creature she meets. Anyone would be lucky to have her looking after their cat.
Lizzie
November 7, 2025
Mary is an amazing caregiver to cats and kittens. She works with our non-profit cat rescue and has been a go-to foster parent for years. I highly recommend her to take care of any cat - including my own!
Meowtel
November 7, 2025
Mary is a background-checked cat sitter in the Santa Monica area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.