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I'm Carly
Cat Sitting in Washington, DC
I’m Carly and I’m so excited to possibly meet you and your kitties! I have grown up owning cats my entire life, and love them dearly. I sadly don’t have any cats living with me currently, but that’s why I am thrilled to be watching your cats - a win win for both of us!
At my 9-5, I do marketing and communications for an environmental nonprofit in DC. My hybrid work set up there gives me the flexibility to work with your schedule to find what works best for you and your kitties needs. I live near the metro and have a car, so we can work out the best way for me to get to you and your cats... Hi folks!
I’m Carly and I’m so excited to possibly meet you and your kitties! I have grown up owning cats my entire life, and love them dearly. I sadly don’t have any cats living with me currently, but that’s why I am thrilled to be watching your cats - a win win for both of us!
At my 9-5, I do marketing and communications for an environmental nonprofit in DC. My hybrid work set up there gives me the flexibility to work with your schedule to find what works best for you and your kitties needs. I live near the metro and have a car, so we can work out the best way for me to get to you and your cats.
I have been sitting with Meowtel for over a year (and for friends and family for years prior), so I have dealt with lots of kitty personalities and dynamics. Additionally, I have experience with giving cats medications like pills, ear drops, and have had to syringe feed my own cat before, so I am well equipped to take care of your kitties - even those with extra needs.
Whether your cat wants more play time and is high energy, prefers quiet cuddles on the couch, or just wants to be left alone in their hiding spot, I am your gal! Working with me, I will make sure to understand your cats needs before my visit and keep them as comfortable and accommodated as can be while you’re away.
My camera roll is FULL of cat pics from my own cats and my clients, so you can expect lots of cute or silly photo updates while im there.
So, go ahead and message me and let’s chat about your cats!
Learn More About Carly
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been catsitting with Meowtel for over year, and informally for friends for years prior, and have served clients with an assortment of cat personalities, needs, and routines. From anxious to timid to energetic, I have seen it all!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
If you book with me, I’ll first arrange a meet and greet with you, where I stop by to meet you and your kitties. Especially for shy cats, having an introduction and letting them know my scent while you are still around to make them feel safe is so important. I’ll have you show me where their things like food, water, and litter are kept, and also their favorite toys and regular hiding spots. I’ll get any keys or access codes from you for my visits later. It’s also a chance for you to ask me any questions, so you feel confident leaving your cats in my care!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Carly is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Katherine
January 10, 2025
Carly is truly a gift, unflappably taking on pill duty at the last minute, taking great care of our challenging cats and easing my many worries. Extra props for braving ridiculous weather and snow to keep the kids fed and entertained. This was our fourth time with Carly, and we always return to find the house in great shape. Can’t recommend her highly enough.
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Marisa
August 2, 2024
Carly is wonderful!! I have a (very) shy cat, and he warmed up to Carly immediately. I could tell that he enjoyed his time with her, which allowed me to fully enjoy my time away. I definitely recommend Carly!
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Erin
May 23, 2024
I totally messed up my booking and submitted the wrong days. Carly noticed it immediately and was super flexible, adjusting the plan so my cat always had a sitter. I didn’t have to worry for a second!
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Katherine
July 20, 2024
This was our second time with Carly and she’s been terrific both times. She’s great at dealing with the quirks of our cats and keeping them fed and entertained. The house is always clean and in order and we are very thankful to have her.
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Sara
July 2, 2024
Carly is a gem! She is so easy to work with and managed to coax my super shy guy out of hisinf for pets and snuggles! would recommend and will definitely use her again!
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Erin
February 5, 2024
Carly was very patient with my initially-shy cat, and I could tell from the thorough updates that my cat really liked her. She also responded very quickly during the booking and was helpful for a first-time Meowtel user. Would definitely recommend booking with Carly!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Carly's is 20%
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
Carly's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Washington cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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
Katherine
January 10, 2025
Carly is truly a gift, unflappably taking on pill duty at the last minute, taking great care of our challenging cats and easing my many worries. Extra props for braving ridiculous weather and snow to keep the kids fed and entertained. This was our fourth time with Carly, and we always return to find the house in great shape. Can’t recommend her highly enough.
Response from Carly
Thank you! Your kitties are always a joy to look after 🤍
Marisa
August 2, 2024
Carly is wonderful!! I have a (very) shy cat, and he warmed up to Carly immediately. I could tell that he enjoyed his time with her, which allowed me to fully enjoy my time away. I definitely recommend Carly!
Erin
May 23, 2024
I totally messed up my booking and submitted the wrong days. Carly noticed it immediately and was super flexible, adjusting the plan so my cat always had a sitter. I didn’t have to worry for a second!
Katherine
July 20, 2024
This was our second time with Carly and she’s been terrific both times. She’s great at dealing with the quirks of our cats and keeping them fed and entertained. The house is always clean and in order and we are very thankful to have her.
Sara
July 2, 2024
Carly is a gem! She is so easy to work with and managed to coax my super shy guy out of hisinf for pets and snuggles! would recommend and will definitely use her again!
Erin
February 5, 2024
Carly was very patient with my initially-shy cat, and I could tell from the thorough updates that my cat really liked her. She also responded very quickly during the booking and was helpful for a first-time Meowtel user. Would definitely recommend booking with Carly!
Gabrielle
January 18, 2024
Carly is always the best! I've worked with her multiple times now and she's so reliable and my cat loves her! Additionally this last time I had travel troubles and cancellations and she worked with me the whole time and went way above and beyond! Highly recommend.
Jessica
July 30, 2023
Carly did a great job with our scared kitty. Our cat will typically hide until new people leave, but Carly was able to get her to come out and eat around her.
Aryssa
June 6, 2023
Carly was great at handling the fun that is a new-people adverse cat on anxiety meds! koshka has nothing but nice things to say!
Bridget
February 21, 2024
Carly was great with my cat who is skeptical of strangers. Carly gave timely updates and photos and ensured that my kitty was well taken care of despite my absence.
Anna
June 24, 2024
Carly went above and beyond! She had a great attitude and responsiveness while working with us through a mess of a situation created by our property manager. Put our cats wellbeing first!
Annette
May 19, 2024
reservations with Carly were easy and fast. she was responsive and didn’t show any hesitations in our instructions. I felt very much at ease with leaving our cat in her care for the weekend. she provided photos and updates and went above and beyond for us when she left. We will look for her again when we need another weekend sitter.
Kayla
November 6, 2023
My sphynx kitty George LOVES Carly! She is so dependable and always sends the cutest updates of him playing :) 100/10 cat sitter!
Response from Carly
Thank you Kayla!!
Kelsey
August 29, 2023
she’s great! took great care of my boy and followed instructions to a t. appreciate her daily updates
Sijin
June 18, 2024
Carly was super responsive to our request and made sure to send photo updates as well! Would definitely let her take care of our cats again.
Shelby
September 19, 2023
Carly is hands down the BEST cat sitter we have ever had! I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about her. Carly understands how important it is to trust the person watching your animals so she goes above and beyond in every single way. She came to meet the cats before even watching them - which was so appreciated. Her updates are always timely and details and her pictures are great! We’ve used Carly on three separate occasions and every time is great. We will always use her for cat sitting and trust her wholeheartedly. Our cats love when Carly visits. She plays with their favorite toys, always gives them all the attention and love, and even managed to get snuggles from our little, shy cat. She has won over both our cats and us!
Katherine
May 26, 2024
This was a very good experience from start to finish and we’re looking forward to having Carly as our go-to catsitter. She took great care of our cats and our house and sent the best daily reports and photos. Five stars.
Tabitha
September 8, 2023
Carly did a fantastic job with my shy and difficult cat! She's something of a cat whisperer. Having peace of mind while on vacation was a wonderful change of pace. Will definitely use Carly again in the future!
Elijah
January 20, 2026
Elijah
December 15, 2025
Elana
August 10, 2025
great! Carly was very helpful. it was my first time using this app and it went as smooth as possible
Elijah
August 10, 2025
Carly was a great communicator and very pleasant to work with!
Katherine
July 26, 2025
Wonderful as always
Sean
July 24, 2025
Ruth Ann
June 18, 2025
Carly was excellent! I had a very last minute trip and Carly was excellent with my cat Cokie and following all of my written instructions. Absolutely recommend.
Sijin
June 18, 2025
Katherine
June 16, 2025
Shelby
June 3, 2025
Jessica
May 27, 2025
Katherine
May 11, 2025
Shelby
April 8, 2025
Anna
April 6, 2025
Katherine
March 14, 2025
Carly makes it possible for me to leave town and not worry about our nutty cats. So very thankful to have her.
Matt
September 8, 2024
Excellent care, our go-to.
Shelby
September 4, 2024
Jessica
September 3, 2024
Erin
September 2, 2024
Jessica
July 28, 2024
Marie
July 26, 2024
Jessica
July 22, 2024
Shelby
July 16, 2024
Jessica
July 1, 2024
Riley
May 23, 2024
Matt
May 18, 2024
Shelby
April 21, 2024
Matt
April 17, 2024
Shelby
March 29, 2024
Sean
March 5, 2024
Carly was great! She was super communicative and took fantastic care of Oliver.
Samantha
March 1, 2024
Erin
February 26, 2024
Tabitha
January 10, 2024
Kayla
November 13, 2023
Gabrielle
November 11, 2023
Alli
November 7, 2023
Carly is amazing! My boys absolutely love her and took to her right away. She is my preferred sitter for them! I can’t recommend her enough!
Response from Carly
Thanks Alli!
Kayla
September 23, 2023
Anna
September 21, 2023
Carly made the process so easy. she was a great communicator and my cat absolutely loved her!
Lea
August 29, 2023
Lea
August 29, 2023
Aryssa
August 16, 2023
Carly’s a great, reliable sitter who helped my peace of mind and my ornery cat while I was out of the country!
Meowtel
April 28, 2023
Carly is a cat sitter in the Washington area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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