I'm Lauren

Cat Lover And Experienced Cat Sitter

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76 Reviews
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24 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

Lauren is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Cat Lover And Experienced Cat Sitter

I'm Lauren

Cat Sitting in Washington, DC

Hello!

I’m Lauren! I’m a passionate cat lover with years of hands-on experience. I have 2 cats of my own, Pachi😸 and Yachi, have cat sitting experience for 2 years and I also own a cat cafe!

I’m very familiar with cats of all personalities and needs. Whether your cat is playful or shy, I know how to make them fe...
Hello!

I’m Lauren! I’m a passionate cat lover with years of hands-on experience. I have 2 cats of my own, Pachi😸 and Yachi, have cat sitting experience for 2 years and I also own a cat cafe!

I’m very familiar with cats of all personalities and needs. Whether your cat is playful or shy, I know how to make them feel comfortable and cared for. I’ll treat your furry friends like one of my own and keep their routine as consistent as possible! Have experience with meditation administration too from pill to liquid! Happy to send updates and cuddles along the way! 😸

Looking forward to meeting you and your feline family member! 😸✨

Learn More About Lauren

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! I have two of my own and their name are Pachi and yachi 😸 Pachi is a little black kitty , he’s 2 years old and he is very playful! Yachi is about 5 months and she’s a little ball of cuteness!

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

My process typically starts with asking questions such as what they are looking for? what is their cat like? Then after the consultation we would do a meet and greet! meet the parent and cat have them get to know me then set up schedule!

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

I would give them space and provide a calming environment for them and wait for them to come to me!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

Skills:

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Cheri

Cheri

May 31, 2026

Lauren actually got Gladys, a feral from a colony I TNRd and brought inside, to take a lickable snack from her hand. It took me years to get there with Gladys, and so far, no one else can even touch her but me. And I can never pick her up although she loves scritches and being brushed. Lauren "broke through"!

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Bronwyn

Bronwyn

December 11, 2025

Lauren was very kind, flexible, and communicative! One of cats is timid around new people, but Lauren was calm and earned his trust very quickly, and they become good buddies! Our travel plans shifted last minute, and Lauren was able to care for the our kitties for extended time with pictures during each visits, which gave us peace of mind that our kitties were in good care during our time away. We highly recommend Lauren as cat sitter that goes above and beyond!

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Cheri

Cheri

November 28, 2025

Lauren was very good! My cats are "sensitive" so the fact she took extra care and got Sherman (an FIV-positive dumped cat that joined my feral colony at railroad tracks before I found places for all) to let her brush him was great! Gladys (feral now living with me) tolerated her, which is also pretty great:)

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Sean

Sean

October 20, 2025

Lauren connected well with my two cats, Elise and Sylvie. Sylvie was adopted less than a year ago and is normally wary of new people but Lauren made friends with her quickly. Lauren also deftly handled Elise's complex feeding and medication schedule, no small feat as Elise hates taking medicine. She kept us updated with pictures and videos to let us know that the cats were in good hands.

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Vera

Vera

This month

Lauren was hands down the best sitter I’ve ever booked! She took care of my cats perfectly in terms of maintenance, and also made sure to spend time giving them attention. She sent me simple, stress-free updates every day with pictures and videos of both cats. I came back home to two very well taken care of happy cats. Lauren even put in extra effort to ensure my apartment looked better than I left it. Overall, I highly recommend Lauren, she was wonderful.

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Aidalis

Aidalis

August 13, 2026

Lauren was AMAZING this summer and a literal life saver. I interned out of state from May to August, and had initially thought I could bring my cats with me. This ended up actually not being an option, and I do not know how else I could have done my internship without Lauren's help. She was extremely responsive and sent me the best pictures and videos of my boys. She changed their litterbox, made sure they had food and water, and stayed with them and gave them some love while I was gone. I could not recommend her services enough, Lauren is genuinely the best cat sitter I have ever had, and I have been a cat owner my entire life. Truly, she is the best!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$36.00 / 20min

Lauren's is 25%

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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.

Washington cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $28.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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