I'm Sarah
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Sarah is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Sarah
Cat Sitting in Santee, CA
In addition to pet sitting, I’ve owned my photography business for almost 30 years, which means I’m reliabl... Hi, I’m Sarah—a lifelong animal lover with a special place in my heart for cats (and yes, dogs too!). I’ve shared my life with pets for as long as I can remember, and my deep affection for animals has always been a constant.
In addition to pet sitting, I’ve owned my photography business for almost 30 years, which means I’m reliable, responsible, and detail-oriented. Animals naturally gravitate to me—even the shy or nervous ones—and people are often amazed at how quickly their pets warm up.
My goal is to give you total peace of mind, whether you’re traveling for work or off on vacation, knowing your furry friends are safe, loved, and in calm, caring hands.
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have had cats my entire life. Most recently I've had Kenne, a Maine Coon Cat and Andy, a Ragdoll Cat for 15 years. Over my life I've had just about every type of cat and a few random pups. 😊
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
My advice would be, - Choose someone with cat specific experience - Schedule a meet and greet -Ask about communication - Provide clear instructions - and trust your gut instincts
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I have an affinity for timid or anxious animals. I just stay calm and give them the time and space it takes them to become curious about me usually within a couple of days they are on my lap and requesting to play.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Sarah is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Aprilyn
December 31, 2025
Sarah has a great personality and energy about her! She took good care of our 3 kitties, sending text updates, photos and videos assuring us that they were doing fine. They all liked her and eventually our shyest warmed up to her. Sarah is the best and will definitely use her services again!😸😸😸
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Ji
October 31, 2025
Sarah loves and cares about our cat. I are very lucky to have found her. This is the second Sarah helped us. She did a wonderful job as the first time.
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Ji
March 13, 2026
Sarah is the best. She has deep love our cat. she went above and beyond. we couldn’t be happier and more grateful for her taking care of Rocky while we were traveling.
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Aprilyn
March 5, 2026
Ji
December 16, 2025
Sarah gave our cat an lot of love and care. she has a genuine connection with the cat now. I feel the most comfortable leaving home while Sarah does the visit.
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Gwynn
December 2, 2025
My two cats adored Sarah, even my scaredy cat!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Sarah's is 25%
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
Sarah's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 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.
Santee 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 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!
Rating breakdown
Aprilyn
December 31, 2025
Sarah has a great personality and energy about her! She took good care of our 3 kitties, sending text updates, photos and videos assuring us that they were doing fine. They all liked her and eventually our shyest warmed up to her. Sarah is the best and will definitely use her services again!😸😸😸
Ji
October 31, 2025
Sarah loves and cares about our cat. I are very lucky to have found her. This is the second Sarah helped us. She did a wonderful job as the first time.
Ji
March 13, 2026
Sarah is the best. She has deep love our cat. she went above and beyond. we couldn’t be happier and more grateful for her taking care of Rocky while we were traveling.
Aprilyn
March 5, 2026
Sarah is awesome as usual!
Ji
December 16, 2025
Sarah gave our cat an lot of love and care. she has a genuine connection with the cat now. I feel the most comfortable leaving home while Sarah does the visit.
Gwynn
December 2, 2025
My two cats adored Sarah, even my scaredy cat!
Ji
September 30, 2025
Sara is wonderful. She gave so much love and care to our sweet cat. thank you!
Andrew
July 31, 2025
Sarah is very good at what she does. I've never been disappointed when I need her help.
Noreen
July 31, 2025
Sarah is kind and gentle with animals they warm up to her quickly.
Meowtel
July 31, 2025
Sarah is a background-checked cat sitter in the Santee area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)