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I'm Julia

A cat sitter in Golden, CO

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I'm Julia | Cat Sitting in Golden, CO

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

I've done informal cat sitting for friends over the past thirty years. I've done some fostering for people in prison or long-term medical situations.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

It's fun to get to know more cats. I have probably too many now but always want more purrsonalities to get to know!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have six, all spayed/neutered. Celeste is my queen, a black tuxedo polydactyl half Maine coon, mother to three of our cats. She is six years old. She has also cared for two litters of kittens who were not hers. She is great at teaching kittens how to cat! Zeke (orange tabby tuxedo) and Jesse James (minimal black tuxedo) are brothers, rescued from a barn in Greeley, where they were both crawling with fleas. Zeke had a serious injury as a kitten and healing him up was a challenge, but they are four and very healthy now. Zeke is Celeste's "husband". Celeste and Zeke's three children (very much wanted) are: Spicy Caliente, a long-haired tortoiseshell tuxedo with amazing attitude; Coffey, a long haired minimal black tuxedo who never stops playing; and Laila, a short haired polydactyl tortoiseshell who is super shy except with me. These grown kittens are almost two.

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

I like to know about any quirks or favorite routines that a cat has, so after I go over the basics, I'm going to ask about those. What are your cat's favorite toys. Will they fetch? Do they enjoy watching birds on TV? I will put your key on my special Meowtel key ring and talk to you about your security setup to make sure that I keep your kitties and house secure while you're gone. I will also ask how much information you prefer about your cat each day - I can do a detailed food/water/litterbox/medication/activity report just like a daycare would about your baby, or I can send a few photos and let you know all is well. You tell me what makes you feel best without making you too homesick!

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I keep Meowtel client keys separate from my car keys and my own keys. I am fastidious about locking doors and always keep an eye on cats as I transition between parts of a house and outside to make sure that nobody gets trapped somewhere or sneaks out. (I have an escape artist, Jesse James, whose favorite game is "Mama, chase me across the lawn!" We have a sign that jokingly records the number of days since Jesse James last got out.) I am watchful for toxic plants and sharp objects that cats might explore, careful about open windows, and in general, treat them as wise beings with the danger sense of your average toddler (none).

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes. My son and I are very chill about holidays and I have no family nearby, so chances are good I can help you attend your extended-family holiday gathering! By the way, I put good snow tires on my AWD car every winter and will do everything possible to NOT miss a visit with your cats because of bad weather. It matters!

What is your favorite cat toy?

My cats love two simple toys the most (other than stolen hair bands, balls of aluminum foil, soda caps, or cardboard box).... they have several 2" pompom balls with rattles inside that get played with a lot. We also discovered the Cat Dancer wire toy a few months ago, which they all like and two of the younger cats have played until they are exhausted, over and over again. I usually have both of these toys on me; don't be surprised if I gift your cat one of those little balls! Good news: they are soft underfoot and stepping on them does not seem to break them.

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

I like to sit on the floor and talk to myself quietly. Many times this makes their curiosity kick in and with some slow blinks and soft words, I can get in a good scritch or two and then we're OK. With your permission, I might offer your cat a squeezy food treat; this often brings around the most hesitant cats and is one of the tools I use to "warm up" rescued community cats. I am also OK with just sitting with a shy cat in their space. Sometimes mutual awareness is all a cat needs to feel comforted and less bored. I try hard to respect what a cat tells me about the contact it wants, or doesn't want. I will also ask you what makes your cat come around for some loving when they choose it.

Julia's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Sarah

Julia was so communicative with us while she watched our cat Midge! She was caring and comforting and we came back to a very happy boy. Will absolutely invite Julia back to our home for future visits! Thank you, Julia!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Leslee

Julia was amazing with Mojo and Kitsu! They told me they’d love to have her back for another visit. She came by every day and sat on the floor and played with them. She even brought toys! She was thorough during the meet and greet and made us feel comfortable leaving the boys with her. She knows her cats! Shd took a lot of photos and sent us detailed messages, keeping us updated. HUGE bonus and we told her it wasn’t necessary but she changed our litter box and kept the area clean for them. We have a mischievous Roomba and she rescued it for us, daily , as well. She did great!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Sara

Julia kept our little escape artist inside! Such a relief to know that I don't have to worry about a cat on the loose! Also, great updates and photos!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 28, 2025
Chad

Julia went ABOVE AND BEYOND in every single way! Highly highly recommended! She not only fed our cat while we were gone, but took care of our Bearded Dragon. She did everything we asked her to do and so much more. She is not your ordinary cat sitter. She spends time with your animals, shows them love while you are away. We got many photos and updates. She even brought in many Amazon boxes that had been delivered without us even having to ask. If you have the opportunity, hire Julia as your cat sitter. We will never use a different cat sitter again. She is amazing.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 27, 2025
Peter

Julia cared for our two cats for 6 days. We got daily reports and photos. One of the cats, Gizmo, was on 3 medications which Julia administered without difficulty. He accepts these medications relatively easily but It was important that he got them daily. Without prompting and at her own expense, Julia brought some additional toys for Giz and his sister and some treats as well. The cat's litter box and feeding areas were very clean when we returned. We are very pleased with the care Julia gave to the cats and our house and for the daily communications we received. We've already hired her for another extended weekend when we will be away.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 15, 2025
Addison

My kitties are my whole heart and soul and Julia did everything AND MORE I could have asked for. Absolutely fantastic sitter and person! The biggest thing is that her expertise and knowledge gave me the feeling of security and trust that my little ones were safe and taken care of while I was gone - and I couldn’t ask for more

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 5, 2025
Meowtel

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

April 10, 2025
Jenna

Julia's home always has cats. I've seen her with kittens, with geriatric cats, and with everything in between. Solo cats. Groups of cats. She cares for them all, in every sense of the word. Also, I've worked with Julia. She's organized and upbeat. She gets things done.

April 10, 2025
Larry

Julia is intelligent, compassionate, friendly and outgoing.

April 10, 2025
Heidi

Meowtel-verified reservation with overnight visits
This week
Peter

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 27, 2025
Kim

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 14, 2025

Julia's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $24.00 / 20min $35.00 / 45min $48.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $60.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Julia's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Julia's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $37.00 / 45min $52.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $63.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Julia's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Julia's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • T-N-R
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Bike
  • Car

Medication Experience

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

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Golden cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $26.00. 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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