I'm Joel

Cat Guy

  • Cat Guy
5.00
4 Reviews
< 30 mins Response Time
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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

Joel is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

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Cat Guy

I'm Joel

Cat Sitting in Newark, DE

Hello, nice to meet you! I’m Joel and I’ve been around cats almost my whole life. I’ve got experience administering oral and topical medications on my current cat, Milkdud (pictured), but just generally enjoy hanging around with cats and playing with them to keep them active. From sassy to standof... Hello, nice to meet you! I’m Joel and I’ve been around cats almost my whole life. I’ve got experience administering oral and topical medications on my current cat, Milkdud (pictured), but just generally enjoy hanging around with cats and playing with them to keep them active. From sassy to standoffish, I like to make sure a cat feels comfortable around me and can grow to trust that I’m here to be a friend. I try to be as communicative as possible or appropriate. I enjoy sharing photos and pictures of the cat in action, or in a cute sleeping position. Mostly I’d just love to meet your cat!

Learn More About Joel

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

I haven’t done this professionally before but I have cat and dog sit for various friends and family members throughout the years.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have one cat and her name is Milkdud. She was a rescue cat off the streets of Columbia, SC and needed a lot of medical attention when we started our journey together.

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

My process would be to ask a lot of questions up front and be an active listener when learning about a cat’s needs. I’d like to set up a communication system and expectations too, to make sure they’re in the loop as much as they’d like to be.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills
5.00
4 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
John

John

March 18, 2026

Joel did a great job in caring for Wonton. He was dependable and responsive to our needs. He provided daily updates of how Wonton was doing. We highly recommend Joel.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Jennifer

Jennifer

November 25, 2025

Joel is a born cat parent: empathetic, patient and practical. He cares deeply about the wellbeing of all animals, and has extensive experience caring for cats in all different kinds of situations. I would trust him with the care of my own animals in a heartbeat.

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Adam

Adam

November 25, 2025

Joel is a compassionate and attentive sitter for your fur baby! He always takes the time to understand both their needs, and yours. Your kitty will be in very good hands ❤️

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Meowtel

Meowtel

November 25, 2025

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

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$22.00 / 20min
$33.00 / 45min
$44.00 / 60min

Joel's is 25%

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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.

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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.

Newark 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!

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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)