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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

Karen is experienced with 6 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers

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Professional Loving Care For Your Pets

I'm Karen

Cat Sitting in Truckee, CA

As a former veterinary assistant, I decided to start my own pet care service. I can’t imagine doing anything else and I have loved everything about it. I absolutely love caring for pets. I have over 25 years caring for kitties. I have cared for shy kitties as well as very outgoing kitties. As well as everything in between! ... As a former veterinary assistant, I decided to start my own pet care service. I can’t imagine doing anything else and I have loved everything about it. I absolutely love caring for pets. I have over 25 years caring for kitties. I have cared for shy kitties as well as very outgoing kitties. As well as everything in between! I am confident I can provide them with the best care possible. I follow directions explicitly. I always make sure they have fresh food and fresh water. I always clean their eating area. Also, I always make sure their litter box is cleaned each visit.
I have extensive experience in giving medications and giving supplements.

Learn More About Karen

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

I have over 25 years experience in caring for kitties. I was a former veterinary assistant, and the Doctors convinced me to start on my own pet care service.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I do have 2 of my own kitties. One is a domestic shorthair named lolly. She is spayed female and seven years old. I have another spayed female who is 9 years old. Her name is Lola.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I always welcome new clients. I always like to set up an interview before the first booking. This is where we go over everything you would like done.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers

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January 26, 2026

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$42.50 / 20min
$49.50 / 45min
$56.50 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$106.00 / Overnight

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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.

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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.

Truckee cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $43.00. 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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