I'm Elvin
Elvin The Cat Dad
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Elvin is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Elvin
Cat Sitting in Walnut Creek, CA
I would be honored to be your cat sitter and sh... I love cats as they give me so much joy through cuddling and snuggling on my lap all the time. I had 4 cats and 2 dogs at one point and have had extensive experience with training cats, socializing feral kittens, and administering pills & shots.
I would be honored to be your cat sitter and show your cats the same love I gave to my fur babies. I service San Mateo and the surrounding peninsula area.
Feel free to message me if you have any questions and want to inquire about a potential visit. As per Meowtel policy, meet & greet are only conducted once a reservation has been put in.
Learn More About Elvin
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting for 4 years! I have gained lots of experience watching my clients’ cats and also through volunteering at cat shelters and cat cafes.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes depending on the holiday. Check my schedule for more accurate availability to plan your next cat sitting with me!
What is your favorite cat toy?
String Toys! They are just so fun to lure and play around with, and I tend to grab their attention quickly!
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Elvin is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Nicholas
April 8, 2024
Elvin went totally above & beyond in cat sitting for us. He dealt with a leaky litter box (cleaning up the leak AND carrying it outside so the kitties would stop using it), brought in a very heavy package that was delivered, and took pictures for us every day even when the cats were hiding. Will definitely be booking Elvin again!
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Angie
April 6, 2024
Elvin is fantastic and totally went the extra mile for us! We had an issue with our automatic litterbox and he came to the rescue without complaint. He even brought out/in our trash bins and packages without asking. His updates are detailed and made us feel at ease knowing our kitties were in good hands. We so appreciate Elvin and would definitely ask him back!
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April
November 27, 2021
Traveling is stressful no matter what, but leaving our kitty, Nelly, makes it so much harder. We were excited to find Meowtel and liked Elvin's profile. Elvin was extremely communicative from the very beginning and made the process of setting up a meet and greet super simple and easy. He sent us lots of pictures and videos which gave us peace of mind, and he spent some time playing and cuddling with Nelly rather than just feeding and leaving. Elvin was proactive with setting up a time for returning our key - even when I missed his messages at first. Elvin is Nelly approved.
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Kelsey
August 10, 2021
Elvin was amazing and made leaving my cats at home while away on my trip much less stressful! This was their first time left alone for multiple days, but Elvin made the process much more smooth. I received photo and message updates about how they were doing, eating, and play time schedules. He was consistent in his visit times (he showed up between 6-7pm to feed them their dinners). He is very friendly, responds quickly, and my cats loved him!
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Hailan
January 5, 2022
Elvin is the best cat sitter I ever had. He helped to take care of our two cats during the new year holidays and also our fish. He updated us with pictures and videos every time he visited; and you can tell he truely cares about the cats. Noticed the cats seems bored while we are out, he played with them after taking care of their food, water and litter, trying to cheer them up. Watching the cats became one of the highlights for us at the end of the day. We are 100% satisfied with Elvin's service and definitely will work with Elvin again in the future
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Veronica
January 28, 2022
This was my first experience using a cat sitter. Elvin is amazing!!! My little Sutton was instantly in love!! He played with her and loved on her like they had known one another forever. I am so grateful. The photos, videos and frequent updates made the separation so much easier. Thank you, Elvin!
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Drop in visits rates
Elvin's is 30%
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
Elvin's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Walnut Creek 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 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
Nicholas
April 8, 2024
Elvin went totally above & beyond in cat sitting for us. He dealt with a leaky litter box (cleaning up the leak AND carrying it outside so the kitties would stop using it), brought in a very heavy package that was delivered, and took pictures for us every day even when the cats were hiding. Will definitely be booking Elvin again!
Angie
April 6, 2024
Elvin is fantastic and totally went the extra mile for us! We had an issue with our automatic litterbox and he came to the rescue without complaint. He even brought out/in our trash bins and packages without asking. His updates are detailed and made us feel at ease knowing our kitties were in good hands. We so appreciate Elvin and would definitely ask him back!
April
November 27, 2021
Traveling is stressful no matter what, but leaving our kitty, Nelly, makes it so much harder. We were excited to find Meowtel and liked Elvin's profile. Elvin was extremely communicative from the very beginning and made the process of setting up a meet and greet super simple and easy. He sent us lots of pictures and videos which gave us peace of mind, and he spent some time playing and cuddling with Nelly rather than just feeding and leaving. Elvin was proactive with setting up a time for returning our key - even when I missed his messages at first. Elvin is Nelly approved.
Kelsey
August 10, 2021
Elvin was amazing and made leaving my cats at home while away on my trip much less stressful! This was their first time left alone for multiple days, but Elvin made the process much more smooth. I received photo and message updates about how they were doing, eating, and play time schedules. He was consistent in his visit times (he showed up between 6-7pm to feed them their dinners). He is very friendly, responds quickly, and my cats loved him!
Hailan
January 5, 2022
Elvin is the best cat sitter I ever had. He helped to take care of our two cats during the new year holidays and also our fish. He updated us with pictures and videos every time he visited; and you can tell he truely cares about the cats. Noticed the cats seems bored while we are out, he played with them after taking care of their food, water and litter, trying to cheer them up. Watching the cats became one of the highlights for us at the end of the day. We are 100% satisfied with Elvin's service and definitely will work with Elvin again in the future
Veronica
January 28, 2022
This was my first experience using a cat sitter. Elvin is amazing!!! My little Sutton was instantly in love!! He played with her and loved on her like they had known one another forever. I am so grateful. The photos, videos and frequent updates made the separation so much easier. Thank you, Elvin!
Rachel
November 13, 2021
Elvin was a fantastic cat sitter. Our cats loved him immediately and he kept us updated with adorable photos and videos. We’re so grateful to know our fur babies were in good hands. He’s also just a kind human — he re-set our clocks for daylight savings! We’ll definitely use Elvin again :)
Svetlana
January 3, 2022
Elvin went above and beyond taking care of our cats and followed all instructions. One of our kitties is shy and doesn’t come out for strangers but after a day he came out for Elvin! He took the time to make them comfortable. I highly recommend Elvin. Will definitely be booking with him again.
Max
December 21, 2021
Elvin is a fantastic cat sitter and I recommend him to others w/o reservation! He did a great job watching my two cats and is a great communicator. He sent lots of pictures and videos each time he visited, and when I came back it was clear that my cats got all of the care and attention they needed.
Stef
December 1, 2021
Elvin did a perfect job cat sitting. It was so nice to see our cat give someone else so much affection for taking such good care of him. Loved the little videos/photos Elvin sent throughout his visits. He even fed our fish & brought our mail. Will definitely be using Elvin again for our next trip!
Daniel
November 30, 2021
Elvin was great with our 3 cats and making sure our older cat Henry was getting enough food and attention. He was able to flex on the time according to our schedule. He also took care of any spills and messes so we came home to a clean house. Elvin kept us updated daily and shared plenty of pics. Definitely recommend you hire Elvin.
Jacqueline
November 7, 2021
Elvin was amazing! We usually use Eden’s Cat Sitting Company, and have for the past 3 years. When they couldn’t accomdate our vacation, we were stuck trying to find someone we trust. Elvin exceed exponentially. Even our grumpy cat Bailey trusted him. Overall very happy and will definitely hire again
Chelsea
November 3, 2021
I have struggled for years trying to find a good cat sitter and was excited to hear about Meowtel. My husband and I were immediately drawn to Elvin's profile as he has many badges and 5 star reviews. During our trip, I was never once concerned about the cats and if they were okay. All because Elvin sent me daily updates: photos, videos, detailed descriptions of how they were doing and eating that day. I am so grateful to finally have a reliable resource and am happy to have found a responsible and attentive sitter in Elvin. Will absolutely be booking with him again.
Yachao
October 30, 2021
First time using Meowtel and Elvin was great! I really like the photos, video and the visit details.
Hugo
October 27, 2021
Elvin took great care of my cat! Leaving a pet alone is always a stressful experience, but he made sure to always show up at the same time, follow my instructions, and send plenty of photos and videos. My cat loved playing with him, and I'm certain he made it easier on her to be alone the rest of the time. Would definitely use Elvin again the next time I need a sitter!
Cheryl
January 2, 2022
Elvin was very responsive in addressing whatever we needed, and very flexible in changing dates even at the holidays, as the snowstorms in the Sierras led us to leave on our trip early and nearly delayed our return. And the daily videos showed that our kitty was always happy to see him.
Yucheng
December 26, 2021
Elvin really did a great job. He kept me updated with photos and videos everyday. Would recommend to others!
Tristan
October 8, 2021
I hadn't done any traveling since I got a cat, and I was quite anxious about leaving my kitty alone all day. I needn't have worried— Elvin did a great job! Joulie got lots of attention and playtime. Elvin also helped me when I needed to change from two visits a day to one at the last minute and he was always easy to contact. Would hire again.
Lea
October 11, 2023
Elvin is awesome. He checked in with me every day to provide daily updates, photos and videos. Followed all my instructions perfectly and was very responsive. Your cat will be in good hands with Elvin.
Veronica
March 10, 2022
I had a death in my family in Louisiana. Elvin was able to fit Sutton into his busy schedule at a moment’s notice. It was so comforting that she already knows and loves him!! Thank you, Elvin, for always taking excellent care of my sweet girl.
James
March 2, 2022
Leaving town is so much easier knowing our cat will be cared for by Elvin. He is very observant and attentive and sends great pictures and videos every day.
Florence
January 10, 2022
Elvin was great. This was our first time getting a car sitter through Meowtel and he more than surpassed expectations! He was professional and communicative and ensured we got plenty of pictures and videos! Would highly recommend and will be back the next time we are away.
James
January 3, 2022
Elvin was an incredibly helpful and responsive cat sitter. We got tons of pictures and videos daily. Our cat was even looking around for him when we came back. Would definitely book him again!
Nicole
December 23, 2021
This was the first time we used Meowtel since my daughter did not want to board her kitty in a cage at a pet boarding place. Elvin made everything so easy, and took good care of Henry. Also, loved the pics he sent. Elvin will be our cat sitter for all of our future trips!
Andrew
November 30, 2021
Elvin was amazing. My normally shy cat took a liking to him immediately. He was proactive about any problems that came up
Victoria
November 30, 2021
Elvin worked with our schedule to come meet the kitties, and they loved him right away! He took good care of them and sent pictures and videos of them playing. Brought some peace of mind while I was away!
Nicholas
December 11, 2023
Elvin did a great job and sent us pictures everyday, even when the kitties were hiding. we really appreciated him taking care of our kitties!
Susan
January 5, 2023
Elvin took such good care of my fur baby over the holidays! He was prompt, reliable, and very kind and loving to my cat. My baby was happy and healthy on my return. I would totally recommend Elvin for your cat sitting needs.
Sara
January 3, 2022
Elvin took very good care of my cats while I was gone, even cleaning up after them! I would absolutely hire him again the next time I take a trip.
Brian
January 3, 2022
Excellent communication, quality, and care. Will use Elvin's services again the next time we are out of town. We especially appreciated all of the pictures and videos. Great job!
Andrew
January 3, 2022
We appreciated Elvin's pictures and videos of Buddy. We missed our cat and these were appreciated!
Phil
July 1, 2023
Elvin was great, thoughtful and communicative. He clearly loves kitties and I would definitely ask him to watch ours again.
Phil
July 16, 2024
Phil
July 5, 2024
Katherine
March 31, 2024
Phil
October 14, 2023
Meowtel
July 28, 2021
Elvin is a cat sitter in the San Jose area. His profile has been verified and his references have been checked by Meowtel.
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