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Lauren is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Lauren
Cat Sitting in Washington, DC
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What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
I would say - take your time and make sure it’s a good fit, and that you feel comfortable. Make sure you meet the sitter, trust the sitter, and feel confident they can provide all the services you need (ex. Medication). Nothing beats having a great relationship with your sitter and feeling the peace of mind that your kitty is in great hands when you’re away. Taking the time to find that best fit is always worth it.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
For new clients, I always plan a meet and greet with the parents and kitty before the actual sitting/visit date. During this visit, we go over everything that would be important to know or could be confusing, such as: where everything is (food, litter, etc), if the kitty is shy where their usual hiding spots are, if the kitty has any triggers or anything to avoid, if the kitty has any health concerns/medicine to be aware of, actually meeting the kitty so they’re comfortable with me/earning their trust, giving the parents an opportunity to get to know me and ask me any questions, etc! That way on the actual day of the visit, it’s smooth sailing and no surprises!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
For cats that are timid or anxious, the best things are space and patience! I make sure to never sneak up on the cat or spook it. I often will sit on the floor far enough away that im not intimidating but still in view. I use slow movements and a low voice. Treats are also helpful in gaining trust. Sometimes just placing a treat nearby and allowing the cat to come on their own time and pace is the best way. Let them initiate when they are ready.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lauren is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Richard
September 1, 2026
One of the hardest things about traveling for us is worrying about our furry kids at home. We have tried other services in the past and often been frustrated with their performance, but Lauren has absolutely won us over to Meowtel. Fantastic communication, on time visits and most importantly...the furry kids like her. This is our second time using Lauren and knowing that we were off the grid in the woods beyond cell signal, it was nice to know our cats were in good hands, limiting our worries to the bear or bison that might be around the next corner on the trail.
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Richard
May 22, 2026
Lauren was great with our kids and made sure they were taken care of with food, scritches and play. Communcation was great, complete with photos. We have used other services for more than a decade but switched as they were having increasing issues, glad we did.
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Alana
May 31, 2026
Lauren is absolutely fabulous! My husband and I can’t recommend her enough. She took wonderful care of our two kitties while we were away on our honeymoon and it was such a comfort to know she was there to look after them. She provided lovely daily updates and pictures that set our minds at ease. Thank you, Lauren! 😻
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Jennifer
March 15, 2026
Lauren is an incredible cat sitter. Setting up our meet and greet was effortless, she followed instructions, sent updates and photos on each visit, and got along very will with my cat. I highly recommend Lauren!
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Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Lauren's is 10%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Lauren's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 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 $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!
Rating breakdown
Richard
September 1, 2026
One of the hardest things about traveling for us is worrying about our furry kids at home. We have tried other services in the past and often been frustrated with their performance, but Lauren has absolutely won us over to Meowtel. Fantastic communication, on time visits and most importantly...the furry kids like her. This is our second time using Lauren and knowing that we were off the grid in the woods beyond cell signal, it was nice to know our cats were in good hands, limiting our worries to the bear or bison that might be around the next corner on the trail.
Richard
May 22, 2026
Lauren was great with our kids and made sure they were taken care of with food, scritches and play. Communcation was great, complete with photos. We have used other services for more than a decade but switched as they were having increasing issues, glad we did.
Alana
May 31, 2026
Lauren is absolutely fabulous! My husband and I can’t recommend her enough. She took wonderful care of our two kitties while we were away on our honeymoon and it was such a comfort to know she was there to look after them. She provided lovely daily updates and pictures that set our minds at ease. Thank you, Lauren! 😻
Jennifer
March 15, 2026
Lauren is an incredible cat sitter. Setting up our meet and greet was effortless, she followed instructions, sent updates and photos on each visit, and got along very will with my cat. I highly recommend Lauren!
Jennifer
This month
Jennifer
September 15, 2026
Thomas
August 31, 2026
Very flexible and gave great daily updates!
Jennifer
August 27, 2026
Jennifer
May 29, 2026
Jennifer
March 28, 2026
Meowtel
January 15, 2026
Lauren is a background-checked cat sitter in the Washington area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.