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Zen Cat Sanctuary
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I'm Nicole
Cat Sitting in Fort Lauderdale, FL
My calm and gentle demeanor have cats gravitate towards me. Even the shyest cats eventually warm up to me and greet me every time they see me.
My deep love for cats snuck up on me unexpectedly after living with a few of... Hello! My name is Nicole and I’m a recent Master’s graduate studying for board exams.
My calm and gentle demeanor have cats gravitate towards me. Even the shyest cats eventually warm up to me and greet me every time they see me.
My deep love for cats snuck up on me unexpectedly after living with a few of the cats I had previously sat for. I’ve sat for several more cats since then, and they always amaze me with their unique personalities. I enjoy bonding with different cats.
My training in Chinese medicine and craniosacral therapy have taught me how to approach all living beings with care and gentleness.
Learn More About Nicole
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I’ve been cat sitting for the past 18 years. I started when I was in high school and have continued ever since in varying degrees.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I enjoy connecting with cats and getting to know their quirks. They are such particular creatures, I enjoy witnessing the natural expression of their personalities.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I’d acknowledge them and make sure I’m in a calm state myself. I let them come to me and check me out before I try to further connect with them.
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
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Julianne
April 18, 2026
Everything was great. Nicole took great care of my kitties. I was very nervous because I’ve never left them with someone they don’t know before but she came to all the appointments timely and spent the correct amount of time with them. She had to pill one of my cats twice a day and she took that on like a champ. They all came out for her and seemed to have bonded with her. She sent plenty of pictures and communicated very well with me. I am so happy with Nicole and will have her back again in the future.
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Jo
This month
Highly recommend! My cat is notoriously picky with affection but Nicole was determined yet patient in getting her to come around. I appreciated that and the detailed notes I got with each visit. Thanks Nicole!
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Kylee
October 5, 2025
Nicole was amazing! She responded very quickly and asked questions so she knew how to best look after my two cats. I really appreciated that she took the time to send pictures along with making sure they were all taken care of. Highly recommend and thank you again Nicole!
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Patty
December 30, 2025
Nicole did an awesome job! Daily cleaned the litter boxes as requested, replenished food and water, and updated me with photos and texts.
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Avery
April 8, 2025
Nicole was great with Reese giving her, her medication, filling her bowl and water and emptying her litter box. She was also great with bringing in newspapers and mail to the backyard, and providing pictures of Reese, to show proof of life, lol I would recommend her to anybody who needs a cat sitter.
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Pamela
March 30, 2025
Nicole was everything I could have hoped for when leaving my 2 kitties while away on a trip. I felt instant peace when I saw how comfortable they both were during the meet & greet. She took notes, asked clarifying questions, and they loved her, which was the most important part. She took care of them as well as I do and they loved playing with her. Definitely recommend and will ask for her services in the future!
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Drop in visits rates
Nicole's is 50%
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
Nicole's holiday surcharge is 50%.
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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.
Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th, 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.
Fort Lauderdale cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $25.00. 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
Julianne
April 18, 2026
Everything was great. Nicole took great care of my kitties. I was very nervous because I’ve never left them with someone they don’t know before but she came to all the appointments timely and spent the correct amount of time with them. She had to pill one of my cats twice a day and she took that on like a champ. They all came out for her and seemed to have bonded with her. She sent plenty of pictures and communicated very well with me. I am so happy with Nicole and will have her back again in the future.
Jo
This month
Highly recommend! My cat is notoriously picky with affection but Nicole was determined yet patient in getting her to come around. I appreciated that and the detailed notes I got with each visit. Thanks Nicole!
Kylee
October 5, 2025
Nicole was amazing! She responded very quickly and asked questions so she knew how to best look after my two cats. I really appreciated that she took the time to send pictures along with making sure they were all taken care of. Highly recommend and thank you again Nicole!
Patty
December 30, 2025
Nicole did an awesome job! Daily cleaned the litter boxes as requested, replenished food and water, and updated me with photos and texts.
Avery
April 8, 2025
Nicole was great with Reese giving her, her medication, filling her bowl and water and emptying her litter box. She was also great with bringing in newspapers and mail to the backyard, and providing pictures of Reese, to show proof of life, lol I would recommend her to anybody who needs a cat sitter.
Pamela
March 30, 2025
Nicole was everything I could have hoped for when leaving my 2 kitties while away on a trip. I felt instant peace when I saw how comfortable they both were during the meet & greet. She took notes, asked clarifying questions, and they loved her, which was the most important part. She took care of them as well as I do and they loved playing with her. Definitely recommend and will ask for her services in the future!
Ronald
October 21, 2025
We have used Nicole multiple times and our cats love her. She sent daily “proof of life” pictures interacting with them. We will continue to have her watch our babies every time we need a sitter.
Rick
September 22, 2025
I could not have found a better person to take care of my cat Ginger than Nicole. She was professional, on time and kept me up to date with her visits with Ginger, it was like she was family. I would "not" hesitate to ask for Nicole again to watch my cat Ginger.
Ronald
July 5, 2025
Nicole was wonderful. This was the first time I trusted my cats with someone who wasn’t family. She treated my cats like her own and they absolutely LOVED her! She sent videos and pictures everyday. I will use her again in a heartbeat.
Carolyn
May 25, 2025
Nicole is an amazing cat sitter. she has taking care of my Kitty Kat twice while we were away. she was quick to respond and great at communicating. she always sent me pictures of how my cat was doing. She went above and beyond with added care. I will definitely use her again and you should too😻
Ken
October 28, 2025
Nicole was fantastic. Continually kept us informed about our cats and sent us many nice pictures of the boys. We will definitely use her services again.
Maggie
October 23, 2025
I have so much peace of mind knowing Nicole is there to take such good care of my fur babies! She is definitely an animal lover. She's reliable, punctual, communicative, kind and gentle. Thanks Nicole!
Ken
October 17, 2025
Nicole did a great job for us and our cats. She followed our directions and went beyond what was asked. We would recommend her to anyone needing pet sitting. We will use her services again.
Barbara
September 13, 2025
Seemless, worry-free experience. This is my 2nd reservation, same sitter and was another great experience!
Natalia
This month
Nicole went above and beyond to make sure my kitties were comfortable while I was gone. She is caring and is very professional! Would use her services again!
Brian
January 5, 2026
Nicole did a fantastic job while I was away on Holiday. I'll be using her for all my future trips.
Kelsey
May 20, 2026
Kelsey
May 11, 2026
Ronald
April 25, 2026
Ronald
April 14, 2026
Nicole is the only cat sitter we have used. Our cats love her and she always spends quality time with them.
Julianne
April 3, 2026
Kelsey
March 31, 2026
Mackenzie
March 30, 2026
Kellie
March 23, 2026
Kelsey
March 20, 2026
Kelsey
March 15, 2026
Kaylee
February 18, 2026
Barbara
February 16, 2026
Always a fantastic experience with Nicole.
Kelsey
January 17, 2026
Carolyn
January 16, 2026
Kelsey
January 11, 2026
Barbara
December 29, 2025
Kelsey
December 27, 2025
Barbara
December 13, 2025
Nicole is amazing and gives me peace of mind when I have to leave town and leave my furry babies in someone else's hands.
Ronald
December 11, 2025
We always use Nicole when we travel. We have had watch out three cats several times. She is reliable, punctual and amazing with our cats.
Kel
October 29, 2025
Claudia
October 27, 2025
Kelsey
October 13, 2025
Kel
October 9, 2025
Ronald
September 30, 2025
We have used Nicole more than once and will continue to have her watch our animals. Our cats love her and she spends quality time with them on every visit.
Kelsey
September 28, 2025
Kel
September 27, 2025
Ronald
September 15, 2025
Ronald
September 15, 2025
This was our second time booking Nicole. Our three cats absolutely love her. Highly recommend Nicole and we already have her booked for more future sittings.
Barbara
August 12, 2025
Kelsey
August 11, 2025
Megan
July 28, 2025
Nicole was fantastic! She was punctual and took great care of my little one. I will definitely use Nicole again!
Kelsey
July 15, 2025
Patty
July 14, 2025
Nicole was awesome!
Patty
July 13, 2025
Kelsey
June 29, 2025
Nicole was great! very glad to have her watch our cats!
Patti
June 25, 2025
Kelsey
June 20, 2025
Carolyn
May 25, 2025
Kathy
May 12, 2025
Fantastic experience with Nicole - I will use her whenever I travel !
Carolyn
May 2, 2025
Avery
April 8, 2025
Rochonda
March 31, 2025
Nicole was the perfect fit!
Loren
February 18, 2025
Nicole is one of the most caring, loving, committed, filled with love people I know. If I needed someone to take care of any animal healthy or sick, I would fully trust Nicole to take the best care of this pet. In addition, if they needed extra care, Nicole would absolutely be the one I would want to be there tending to my kitten.
Kristina
February 18, 2025
Nicole is a caring and responsible cat sitter. My cats loved when she came to take care of them. My three cats gravitated towards her warm and kind presence. We never had to worry about our cats when Nicole was taking care of them.
Meowtel
February 18, 2025
Nicole is a background-checked cat sitter in the Fort Lauderdale area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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