I'm Cheryl
Cheryl Aka Cat Whisperer
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Cheryl is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Cheryl
Cat Sitting in Jacksonville, FL
I have experience in giving kitties oral medications, in addition to topical ointments, ear drops, and subcutaneous fluids.
How I interact with cats that I am ... I have been a cat mom most of my life. One of the vets I used nicknamed me the Cat Whisperer, because cats up for adoption in their office would quickly take to me and my own cats were so well adjusted and cared for.
I have experience in giving kitties oral medications, in addition to topical ointments, ear drops, and subcutaneous fluids.
How I interact with cats that I am sitting differs with the cat's personality. I can be calm and reassuring, playful, and/or cuddly. I have never met a cat that I was unable to bond with. One of the neighborhood outdoor cats adopted me as his mother, and now spends most of his time indoors.
After a successful managerial career, I am now retired and eager to spend time caring for people's precious fur babies.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have watched friends' cats and have had my own cats for years. While new to being an official sitter, cats have always been one of my passions. After retiring, I look forward to being entrusted with the care of clients' cats and am really looking foreward to meeting new kitty friends. I promise to treat all cats as if they were my own. I have the ability to stay extra time providing love to the kitties at no additional charge, if desired. It will be a privilege to be entrusted with the care and well-being of my clients' cats, whether it be a single kitty or multiple cats. Each cat has a different personality and I am happy to provide individualized attention. I can also pick up mail, take out garbage, and water plants during my visits.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Knowing that I am providing the best possible experience for both the owners and their pets is the most rewarding to me. As a pet owner, I understand the worry of leaving the responsibility for my beloved babies to someone else while I am not home.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
My ideal cat sitting reservation would be to meet the client and the cat(s) beforehand, to be sure I understand the requirements and to hopefully start to gain the cat's trust. I could also explain my requirements, such as receiving information regarding any medical or behavioral concerns and being provided with emergency contacts.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Cheryl is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Jennifer
May 18, 2026
This was my first time using Meowtel, and Cheryl made the entire experience exceptional. From the very beginning, her timeliness and attention to detail stood out. I have a very specific routine for my kitties, and Cheryl didn’t miss a single beat — she followed everything exactly as instructed and even went above and beyond with thoughtful extras around the house. One of my cats is typically very wary of strangers, yet she bonded with Cheryl almost immediately. That alone speaks volumes and truly warmed my heart. Cheryl provided twice‑daily updates, complete with photos and videos, which gave me so much comfort while I was away. She was consistently responsive, communicated clearly, and reached out with questions whenever needed — something I really appreciated. I had complete peace of mind knowing my fur babies were in such capable, caring hands. I highly recommend Cheryl to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate sitter, and I will absolutely book with her again in the future.
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Melanie
September 26, 2025
Cheryl was such a great sitter and I would absolutely use her again. I needed a sitter fairly last minute and she responded quickly to the request. She showed up on time for every visit and was a great communicator. Her attention to detail and the updates she provided were also greatly appreciated while I was traveling. My little kitty can be a bit spicy with new people but Cheryl took the time to get to know her and, based on the videos she sent of the visits, they are now besties! Totally recommend.
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Michelle
September 19, 2025
my Mom is in the hospital and Cheryl provided us both cat sitting and emotional support. my mom‘s cats loved her. I would have to say they were a bit disappointed when I (daughter)showed up and not Cheryl. I and my mom looked forward to the daily updates and the cats were so very happy with her. thank you! we will definitely be reserving time with Cheryl in the future.
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Sierra
May 17, 2026
Cheryl was great! Very communicative and timely. Our 3 kitties felt very taken care of during our trip!
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Melanie
April 22, 2026
Melanie
April 11, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Cheryl's is 15%
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
Cheryl's holiday surcharge is 15%.
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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.
Jacksonville cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $24.00. 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
Jennifer
May 18, 2026
This was my first time using Meowtel, and Cheryl made the entire experience exceptional. From the very beginning, her timeliness and attention to detail stood out. I have a very specific routine for my kitties, and Cheryl didn’t miss a single beat — she followed everything exactly as instructed and even went above and beyond with thoughtful extras around the house. One of my cats is typically very wary of strangers, yet she bonded with Cheryl almost immediately. That alone speaks volumes and truly warmed my heart. Cheryl provided twice‑daily updates, complete with photos and videos, which gave me so much comfort while I was away. She was consistently responsive, communicated clearly, and reached out with questions whenever needed — something I really appreciated. I had complete peace of mind knowing my fur babies were in such capable, caring hands. I highly recommend Cheryl to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate sitter, and I will absolutely book with her again in the future.
Melanie
September 26, 2025
Cheryl was such a great sitter and I would absolutely use her again. I needed a sitter fairly last minute and she responded quickly to the request. She showed up on time for every visit and was a great communicator. Her attention to detail and the updates she provided were also greatly appreciated while I was traveling. My little kitty can be a bit spicy with new people but Cheryl took the time to get to know her and, based on the videos she sent of the visits, they are now besties! Totally recommend.
Michelle
September 19, 2025
my Mom is in the hospital and Cheryl provided us both cat sitting and emotional support. my mom‘s cats loved her. I would have to say they were a bit disappointed when I (daughter)showed up and not Cheryl. I and my mom looked forward to the daily updates and the cats were so very happy with her. thank you! we will definitely be reserving time with Cheryl in the future.
Sierra
May 17, 2026
Cheryl was great! Very communicative and timely. Our 3 kitties felt very taken care of during our trip!
Melanie
April 22, 2026
Melanie
April 11, 2026
Melanie
March 10, 2026
Anna
January 11, 2026
Tonya
December 29, 2025
Thank you, Cheryl for taking care of my furr babies over the holiday break! I enjoyed all the photos you shared and the updates were great! It made my vacation enjoyable knowing you were checking in, feeding, and giving lots of love to them each day. I’ll be back in touch. Happy New Year!
Melanie
November 29, 2025
Tony
October 9, 2025
Melanie
October 6, 2025
Tony
September 27, 2025
Janice
August 11, 2025
Cheryl is a lover of animals, particularly cats.
Lucy
August 11, 2025
Cheryl has experience with both cats and dogs as she also has both as pets. She is dependable and is a great pet sitter!
Meowtel
August 11, 2025
Cheryl is a background-checked cat sitter in the Jacksonville area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.