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I'm Melissa

A cat sitter in Winchester, CA

5.00/5.00
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3 REVIEWS

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Over 100,000+ happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Melissa | Cat Sitting in Winchester, CA

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love getting to know each cat’s unique personality—whether they’re playful, shy, curious, or cuddly. It’s rewarding to build trust with them and make sure they feel safe and comfortable while their humans are away. I also enjoy the peaceful moments: a quiet purr, a cozy curl up, or a slow blink that says, “I trust you.” Every visit is a chance to connect and care for them like they’re my own.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I’m a proud cat parent to three kitties! Larry, our shy orange tabby, prefers a calm vibe and loves affection until he doesn’t 😹. Then there are my 7 month old Ragdoll siblings, Dash and Violet, energetic, cuddly, and always up for a wrestling match or a snuggle. I’m used to all kinds of feline personalities and love them all!

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

Timid or anxious cats? No problem! 😺 I give them space, move slowly, and let trust build on their terms. With patience (and maybe a treat or two), even the shyest kitties start to feel safe and seen. 🐾

Melissa's Reviews

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Carolina

Melissa is one of those rare people who leads with both heart and dedication. She goes above and beyond in everything she does, always ensuring that every detail is taken care of.

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Crystal

Crystal

Melissa is a great person. She loves her cats and will love yours as well. She knows how important it is to have your fur-children cared for while away from home. Melissa is trust worthy and will help your family cat members feel safe while in her company.

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Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Winchester area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

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Melissa's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $25.40 / 20min $37.45 / 45min $48.85 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $69.85 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Melissa's Holiday Surcharge is 10%
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Melissa's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills

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.

Thanksgiving is coming up soon (November 27th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Winchester cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $30.00. 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.

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