I'm Matthew
Matt The Cat Dad
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Matthew is experienced with 2 types of medications
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I'm Matthew
Cat Sitting in Sherman Oaks, CA
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting for three years and have fostered cats of all ages during that time. Every cat is different and I’m careful to respect their boundaries.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a Tuxedo cat named Pancake! I adopted Pancake from the ASPCA on my second day in Los Angeles and we have been best buds since!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
My own cat is quite anxious and I find that it’s best to move slow, limit noise, and provide a gentle environment for the kitty to open up at their own pace.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Matthew is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Tira
December 16, 2024
Matt went above and beyond to take the best care of our cat! He cared for her like she was his own, and our cat loved him right back. We felt so comfortable leaving her in his care and looked forward to his fun photo updates each day. Highly recommend him for all your cat sitting needs!
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Rochelle
June 16, 2025
Matthew was very responsible and gave lots of communication. He also was helpful when I asked him to do small extra tasks. I recommend him!
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Jay
August 7, 2025
Awesome. I was actually able to relax knowing that everything was being taken care of in my absence...You're cat will thank you.
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Joe
December 16, 2024
From the initial consultation thru the final visit, Matthew did a great job! I can home from my trip to a happy cat
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Joe
December 14, 2025
Mindy
April 4, 2025
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Matthew's is 10%
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
Matthew's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
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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.
Sherman Oaks cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $35.00. 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
Tira
December 16, 2024
Matt went above and beyond to take the best care of our cat! He cared for her like she was his own, and our cat loved him right back. We felt so comfortable leaving her in his care and looked forward to his fun photo updates each day. Highly recommend him for all your cat sitting needs!
Rochelle
June 16, 2025
Matthew was very responsible and gave lots of communication. He also was helpful when I asked him to do small extra tasks. I recommend him!
Jay
August 7, 2025
Awesome. I was actually able to relax knowing that everything was being taken care of in my absence...You're cat will thank you.
Joe
December 16, 2024
From the initial consultation thru the final visit, Matthew did a great job! I can home from my trip to a happy cat
Joe
December 14, 2025
Mindy
April 4, 2025
James
September 19, 2024
Matt is incredibly reliable in a difficult situation. He's really intelligent and great at figuring out the best path forward.
Zane
September 19, 2024
Matt is an especially smart and kind person. His calm and gentle demeanor makes cats instantly trust him. He’s one of my go to friends when I need someone to watch my cat!
Meowtel
September 19, 2024
Matthew is a background-checked cat sitter in the Los Angeles area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)