I'm Heather

Lucky Kitty Cat Care

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45 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
19 Repeat clients
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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

Heather 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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Lucky Kitty Cat Care

I'm Heather

Cat Sitting in Van Nuys, CA

**I will only take on diabetic clients who do home glucose testing or are at least willing to let me do it**

I absolutely love cats! I grew up with them, and have had my own for 25 years. I'm currently a single mom with one cat (Spooky), a dog (Gizmo/Gizzie) and a human teenager who adores cats as much as myself. Funny story- when I was pregnant with her I wanted to see a hand or an elbow, or something pushing on my belly so badly that I dreamt about it. I dreamt that I looked down and saw a paw! She also believed she was part cat and wore cat ears for many years.

I will never not have a cat (although this might be the last time I have a dog)! I sometimes work on commercials as a script supervisor but not often...
**I will only take on diabetic clients who do home glucose testing or are at least willing to let me do it**

I absolutely love cats! I grew up with them, and have had my own for 25 years. I'm currently a single mom with one cat (Spooky), a dog (Gizmo/Gizzie) and a human teenager who adores cats as much as myself. Funny story- when I was pregnant with her I wanted to see a hand or an elbow, or something pushing on my belly so badly that I dreamt about it. I dreamt that I looked down and saw a paw! She also believed she was part cat and wore cat ears for many years.

I will never not have a cat (although this might be the last time I have a dog)! I sometimes work on commercials as a script supervisor but not often. I couldn’t think of a better way to spend my time than taking care of kitties and it’s very rewarding. I'm an animal activist and I have rescued and tamed several cats in my lifetime. I have TNR’d a few wild kitties and helped socialize kittens, as you’ll see in some of my photos. I had a 20-year-old cat who was diabetic for six years, so I am very experienced with testing blood sugar and giving insulin.

I also have experience administering pills to cats. I treat all cats like my own, and will wear a mask the entire time I'm inside your home just in case I could be sick but not having any symptoms. I will always let you know if I am showing any symptoms before entering your home.

Each visit will include lots of scratches and belly rubs (unless they don’t like that), playtime (I bring toys!), conversations with your kitty, and I’ll send you pictures and updates. I don’t mind scooping litter boxes, and I love to give approved treats!


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

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Amanda

Amanda

August 2, 2026

Not only was Heather great with my cat Juno (who is very nervous with new people and warmed to her right away), she saved my apartment from an ant infestation! Heather sent beautiful pictures and videos of my cat every day, followed care Instructions perfectly, and when she saw ants in my kitchen, reached out to me right away and then helped eradicate the issue. I was very nervous about leaving my little one, but felt relieved and reassured that Heather was there with her.

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Stefanie

Stefanie

June 9, 2026

This was my first trip away from my kitty and Heather made it stress-free! I was so worried about my shy, scared cat being left alone with a stranger, but Heather quickly became her friend. She knew exactly how to navigate a scared cat and allowed her to open up at her own pace and truly shine! She sent me the cutest videos and pictures during every visit and followed all of my instructions perfectly. Thank you for keeping my kitty safe, happy, and loved! 💕

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Dora

Dora

July 28, 2026

Heather was great with our little guy! He's usually really nervous around new people, but he came and said hi to her almost immediately. Heather provided tons of pictures and videos and was overall great to work with!

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Rebecca

Rebecca

April 20, 2025

This was our second time booking with Heather and we couldn’t be happier. Our elderly, shy cat needs extra care, and our other hyper-social cat needs lots of regular love and attention. Heather charmed both of them and provided video and text updates. It’s clear she really cares about their well-being and understands cats. Usually, when we return from vacation, our cats have been so lonely and needy. With Heather’s care, they genuinely seem happier and calmer when we returned than any previous trip!

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Claire

Claire

May 30, 2025

Heather took such great care of our cats during our vacation. She really went above and beyond each visit. I was really impressed with her ability to charm our sometimes shy senior cat and get our younger cat playing. Heather was wonderful with daily communication and really helped us out with her flexibility after I made a scheduling error- was so kind about it too! We will gladly have Heather come take care of our cats again!

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Eliette

Eliette

December 1, 2024

It was a wonderful first visit that allowed my husband and I to have a night out with friends on a special holiday. My sugar cat responded really well to Heather and my feisty one slowly let her guard down. The updates were great and helpful and Heather diligently followed instructions. Thank you Heather!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$38.85 / 20min
$58.15 / 45min
$73.05 / 60min
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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.

Van Nuys cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $37.00. 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!

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