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Matt The Cat Dad
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I'm Matthew

A cat sitter in Sherman Oaks, CA

5.00/5.00
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8 REVIEWS

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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.

Matthew's Reviews

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Tira

Tira

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!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 16, 2024
Rochelle

Rochelle

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!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 16, 2025
Jay

Jay

Awesome. I was actually able to relax knowing that everything was being taken care of in my absence...You're cat will thank you.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 7, 2025
Joe

Joe

From the initial consultation thru the final visit, Matthew did a great job! I can home from my trip to a happy cat

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 16, 2024
Mindy

Mindy

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 4, 2025
James

James

Matt is incredibly reliable in a difficult situation. He's really intelligent and great at figuring out the best path forward.

September 19, 2024
Zane

Zane

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!

September 19, 2024
Meowtel

Meowtel

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.

September 19, 2024

Matthew's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $29.72 / 20min $48.41 / 45min $68.23 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $90.06 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Matthew's Holiday Surcharge is 10%
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Matthew's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Foster Parent

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Bike
  • Car
  • Ground

Medication Experience

  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Inhalers

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

Sherman Oaks cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $34.00. 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.

Matt The Cat Dad
5.00 • 8 reviews • From $29.72