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I'm Michelle

A cat sitter in Fort Myers, FL

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
105 REVIEWS

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I'm Michelle | Cat Sitting in Fort Myers, FL

I have been a cat lady since my 29 years on earth. I grew up with cat allergies which helped me develop a tolerance as “no cats in the home is not a home” to my family. I did volunteer work for the Tallahassee humane society while working on my biology degree and have experience with giving oral, intravenous, and transdermal medication. I will always assume the cat is skiddish and needs a quiet environment. I will not immediately get in their face and force love on them. If your cat doesn’t like the smell of other cats I will shower and change before arriving. I love details and also like to over pr...

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

I’ve been cat sitting with Meowtel for a little over a year. I was the first sitter in the Ft Myers area. I was nervous in the beginning because I didn’t have any other sitters to refer from, just myself. I drove in the morning to prep any last minute things for my FIRST kitty client the day Hurricane Ian hit. Her 4 day reservation became almost 3 weeks! Navigating poor service, power, and flooded roads was a challenge for a newbie like me but I did it. After that experience, I started to find my groove and get more confident in what services and benefits I could offer as a sitter.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love seeing all the different cats (breeds, body shape, hair length etc.). I feel like dog breeds and looks are more universally known but cats are also so diverse! I hope to meet a sphynx someday.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 1 cat right now. Her name is Ruby. I also have 2 bunnies. I lost my soul cat, Moose, two years ago and I am still mourning him some days.

Michelle's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Nicole

michelle was amazing and attentive to our kitties!! gave us huge peace of mind while we were away, would highly recommend to anyone

Meowtel-verified reservation
September 5, 2024
Sam

Michelle went above and beyond in every way imaginable! Before taking care of my cat she met with us to ask questions and go over care instructions in detail. During care she updated me daily with great detail, pictures, videos, responses immediately to my questions, and cleaned up the many messes my cat made!! Michelle was super flexible with availability to work around my schedule and meet my needs. I am so pleased with her level of care for my cat!!!

Meowtel-verified reservation
September 1, 2024
Kait

We've been relying on Michelle for over a year now, and she has truly become an essential part of our cats’ lives. Her thoughtful updates and regular check-ins always give us peace of mind, knowing our furry friends are in the best hands. She goes above and beyond to make sure our cats are happy and well-cared for, and her attention to detail is impeccable. We can't recommend Michelle highly enough for anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and attentive cat sitter!

Meowtel-verified reservation
August 28, 2024
Kimberly

Michelle is the best! Wonderful and warm caretaker. Managed a mess when automatic litter box stopped. Played with cats and took fun photos! We felt better the cats were in great loving hands. Above and beyond with food and letting are one cat Indy outside on balcony for a bit when here!

Meowtel-verified reservation
August 25, 2024
Christina

Michelle Z was outstanding.. she took great care of Ollie who has an infection on his back shoulder and she had to apply a topical medication which is not easy.. she sent me pictures and notes every visit and Ollie absolutely loves her! She is very observant and listened and followed through on everything I asked . I would highly recommend her and we will hire her every time we take a trip.

Meowtel-verified reservation
August 21, 2024
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Michelle's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Foster Parent
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Injections / Diabetic Management

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $30.00. 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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