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I'm Karie

A cat sitter in Washington, DC

5.00/5.00
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9 REVIEWS

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I'm Karie | Cat Sitting in Washington, DC

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

I have been cat sitting for over 10 years. I truly enjoy taking care of cats of all ages and love getting to know their personalities and habits. Cats are a big part of my life!

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love helping cats socialize and feel more at ease while their owners are away. I just love cats in general, love meeting new cats and getting to know them.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I am currently cat sitting for a super sweet orange cat who is very fluffy! He’s so fun to take care of since he’s so affectionate and cute. He really seems to enjoy seeing me each time I come over and I am happy to give him some company, comfort and pets while his family is away. He’s a joy to take care of!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes I have 2 sweet cats named Nathan and Sabrina. They are 13 and 4 years old and they were both rescued from Homeward Trails. We call Nathan “Nato potato” and Sabrina “Beena” and they have many other nicknames. They’re my pride and joy!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Make sure they love cats and know how to care for your cats in the best way possible in order to keep your cat comfortable, safe, clean and happy! Someone who is kind is always great too!

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

It’s important to me to get to know what your cat likes/dislikes and how to best care for them in terms of food and water routines as well as with fun things like playtime preferences, their favorite toys and treats! I like to l make sure you are comfortable with me and feel safe and at ease knowing I am going to take good care of your little friend. I’m also more than happy to do meet and greets!

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

I’m a long time cat owner so I know how they can often be escape artists! I’m practiced at making sure they don’t get out when entering and exiting the home and make sure all windows and doors are secure for the cats saftey.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My cats love the laser pointer! A classic but they go nuts for it. They also love ribbons and anything that looks like a bird.

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

Give them time. When I’ve given them time to get used to my smell and voice, if they seem ready, I’ll extend my fist so they can smell me better. If they head butt me I know I’m in the clear.

Karie's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Vera

Karie was amazing! She took great care of my two cats for a week. She sent me detailed updates every visit along with adorable pictures, followed all “instructions” perfectly in regard to feeding, litter.. etc, and I came back to a well kept apartment with two very happy cats!

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Kieshawn

Karie was awesome! Our little fur ball was well taken care of.

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Gregory

Karie took great care of my two cats while I was away. Karie was very engaged and sent pictures and updates after every visit. the cats really enjoyed playing with her and felt at home. I would highly recommend Karie for your cat sitting needs.

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Valerie

Karie was outstanding from start to finish. She sent sweet notes and pictures on every visit and even brought in my mail. It was very easy to coordinate with her. I’d definitely recommend her.

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Katerina

Karie was great with our sometimes-temperamental cat and we loved seeing photos and videos of him playing. We’d be happy to work with Karie again in the future.

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Meowtel

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

July 29, 2025
Brittany

Karie is extremely conscientious and patient with cats. Her love for our feline friends really shines through in every interaction. She has mastered giving my old stubborn asthmatic tabby cat his inhaler and there is literally no one else I trust as much to do it other than myself and my husband. She’s sweet and loyal and communicative, and she really knows cats and their behaviors. 10/10 would recommend Karie to watch any and all feline friends!

July 29, 2025
Sophia

Karie is a wonderful, reliable and compassionate cat sitter. She truly loves animals and has always gone above and beyond to make sure my cat, Mittens, is comfortable and gets social/playtime. Communication is always easy and Karie sends such cute pics!

July 29, 2025
Pooja

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
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Karie's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $20.00 / 20min $35.00 / 45min $45.00 / 60min
  • Karie's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Karie's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

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

Labor Day is coming up soon (September 1st). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Washington cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $25.00. 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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