I'm Vanessa

Vanessa's Meowtastic Cat Sitting

4.99
185 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
59 Repeat clients
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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

Vanessa is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Vanessa's Meowtastic Cat Sitting

I'm Vanessa

Cat Sitting in Van Nuys, CA

*Fully Vaccinated and Boosted*

Hi there. My name is Vanessa and ever since I was little, I have always been an animal lover. I grew up with both cats and dogs. Even though I love dogs, I've always gravitated more towards cats. They have this sense of maturity yet playfulness. Also, they have so much love to give. On their own terms of course. I've always had this connection to cats. I mean, who doesn't love to eat, nap and cuddle.

When I first moved to Los Angeles, I was only living in non pet friendly apartments. I literally moved into my new place because it allowed pets and as luck would have it, I found two of the most amazing cats. Recently, I adopted two black kitties. Brothers, Spooky and Binx. It was definitely love at first sight. I remember sitting down on the floor to say hi to Binx and the first thing he did was crawl into my lap. The way he look up at me just melted my heart...
*Fully Vaccinated and Boosted*

Hi there. My name is Vanessa and ever since I was little, I have always been an animal lover. I grew up with both cats and dogs. Even though I love dogs, I've always gravitated more towards cats. They have this sense of maturity yet playfulness. Also, they have so much love to give. On their own terms of course. I've always had this connection to cats. I mean, who doesn't love to eat, nap and cuddle.

When I first moved to Los Angeles, I was only living in non pet friendly apartments. I literally moved into my new place because it allowed pets and as luck would have it, I found two of the most amazing cats. Recently, I adopted two black kitties. Brothers, Spooky and Binx. It was definitely love at first sight. I remember sitting down on the floor to say hi to Binx and the first thing he did was crawl into my lap. The way he look up at me just melted my heart. That's when I was told that he had a brother and they were bonded, so they had to be adopted together. They brought me over to Spooky, who was basking in the sun. I started to pet him and he immediately began to pur and knead the air. He got up, came over to me and gave me a little head butt. My heart began to melt again. I went in there that day looking for a cat to adopt and left there adopting two. They have brought so much joy into my life. They are lovable, playful and goofy. Definitely one of the best decisions I have ever made. Life is absolutely so much brighter with these sweethearts in it.

Currently, I have a full time job. I do data entry for a software company. It is telework, so I work from home; which means my schedule is pretty flexible. I have a car as well. So I am willing to drive almost any where in the Valley. If you are unsure if I service your area, feel free to reach out to me. I am a caring, responsible and respectful young woman and I can't wait to take care of your little fur babies.

Meet & Greet: Once you've sent in your reservation request, we will schedule a meet and greet. I will come by, meet you and the kitties and go over their routine, as well as pick up the keys.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

4.99
185 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Jasmine

Jasmine

August 8, 2025

Vanessa was quite literally amazing! My cat is very shy and easily scared, but Vanessa was able to make sure my cat was comfortable. My cat was out and about and even playing with her! It was so amazing to see those updates and gave me a lot of relief during my vacation. Thanks Vanessa!

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Angelica

Angelica

July 27, 2025

Vanessa did a great job watching our two cats while we were away for the week! We really appreciated getting videos and pictures of the kitties, and everything went very smoothly. We are very appreciative!

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Doug

Doug

July 14, 2025

Vanessa has taken care of my cats several times. She is an awesome cat sitter! She sends updates with photos, videos, and notes on how everyone is doing. Vanessa goes above and beyond. I missed my cats while on vacation, but I knew they were in excellent hands with Vanessa. And my cats LOVE her! Highly recommended, A+.

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Rivington

Rivington

October 3, 2024

I received late notice that I had to head out of town for something and Vanessa is a lifesaver. She was able to schedule a visit within hours on the same day and is one of few sitters I have found that can do 1 day prior new clients. THAT'S AMAZING! The questions she asked on arrival were ones I hadn't even thought of. "Do you have a carrier for earthquakes or a vet visit if anything happens?" Vanessa's prompt replies and scheduling to meet Desmo had me relaxed about the sitting before I even left town. Thank you so much!

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Reni

Reni

April 18, 2025

We have two cats - one is extremely timid and shy. He hides when guests are around, and he has a difficult time readjusting if we go out of town. That is until Vanessa started coming to see him. Vanessa is great, communicative and most importantly great with our cats. We whole heartedly endorse Vanessa!!

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Jessie

Jessie

November 7, 2024

Vanessa was amazing and took care of our 2 kitties wonderfully. Gave great updates with pictures and videos which made my anxiety relax.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$38.10 / 20min
$52.35 / 45min

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Trust & Safety

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.

Van Nuys cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $34.00. 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!

4.99
185 reviews
4.99
From $38.10

Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)