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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Rachael is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Rachael
Cat Sitting in Lake Mary, FL
My approach when I visit your home is to let the kitty lead the way. If she would like pets and cuddles, I'm all in. If she wants her space, I'm happy to keep a wide berth. First and foremost, I want to connect with your cat and do my best to make sure they feel comfortable and loved while I'm visiting with them.
20 Minutes Visits
Each of these visits from me includes:
•one-on-one attention with each of your cats
•feeding your cats
•cleaning and refreshing your cat's water bowl
•scooping your cat's litter boxes, refilling with additional litter if necessary, disposing of litter waste in your specified... Hello! I'm Rachael and I adore cats! My approach to cat sitting is to treat your kitties with as much love, care, patience, concern, respect and kindness as I treat my own cats. I also strive to keep your home just as safe, secure and clean (if not cleaner) than I found it. My goal is to have your experience with me to be as seamless, reassuring and easy as possible while you enjoy your time away.
My approach when I visit your home is to let the kitty lead the way. If she would like pets and cuddles, I'm all in. If she wants her space, I'm happy to keep a wide berth. First and foremost, I want to connect with your cat and do my best to make sure they feel comfortable and loved while I'm visiting with them.
20 Minutes Visits
Each of these visits from me includes:
•one-on-one attention with each of your cats
•feeding your cats
•cleaning and refreshing your cat's water bowl
•scooping your cat's litter boxes, refilling with additional litter if necessary, disposing of litter waste in your specified receptacle
•cleaning up any hairballs, vomit or poo on the floor
•an update sent to you, including a written checklist of all the care I've given your kitty and of course, a photo of your furry friend
•time permitting, sweeping around the litter box and cleaning around the feeding area or placemat
(You may notice that my 20 minute rates are slightly higher than average. I refuse to compromise on the quality of my service, and have found through my experience that 20 minutes just isn't enough time to give your cat the level of care she deserves. My 20 minute visits, in reality, tend to be around 30 minutes.)
45 minute visits
My 45 minute visits include all of the services of the 20 minute visits, as well as
•first and foremost, extra time spent giving your kitty attention, pets, scritchies, cuddles, brushing, playtime, etc
•administering any medications your cat needs
•sweeping/cleaning around the litter box and food bowls
•additional photos of your cat and photos of areas of service, such as litterbox, food bowls, water bowls, etc.
•time permitting and upon request: cat claw trimming, bringing in the mail, watering plants, opening/closing doors and windows, putting out/taking in trash cans from the curb, taking trash to the dumpster (for apartment dwellers), turning on/off music or tv, etc
60 minute visits
These visits include all of the 20 and 45 minute services, as well as:
•even more time spent playing, petting and talking with your kitties
•even more cute pictures of your furry friends
•upon request, additional services such as a full litter box dump/scrub/disinfect/dry/refill, full cat water fountain breakdown/detailed scrub/disinfect/reassemble/refill, etc.
Overnight visits
These include all of the services mentioned above, as well as my overnight (12 hour) stay in your home. Kitties will get plenty of attention in the evening before bedtime and in the morning before I leave. Your babies are welcome and encouraged to cuddle with me at any time overnight.
In my own home, I've had the pleasure of being loved by six kitties over the past 23 years and can't imagine life without them. I've owned every age and stage, from pregnant mama to newborn kitten to elderly feline, so I have had experience with caring for cats in all stages of life. My soulmate, Fluffy, had hyperthyroidism and renal disease, so I am familiar with these conditions and their courses of treatment, such as administering pills and topical ointment.
Learn More About Rachael
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have three cats: Juniper, Julian and Augie. We rescued Juniper from the outdoors, and she was pregnant. She gave birth to Julian two days after we brought her home. Julian had no litter mates, so we adopted Augie so he would have a brother to wrestle with.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
I would advise you to ask plenty of questions of your sitter. You want someone who is knowledgeable about cats, and who is also responsible. Feel free to ask, "What would you do if...?" questions. Your sitter should have confident answers on how take care of your cats, your home and any emergencies that arise. Your sitter should also ask you lots of questions, and make you feel at ease at your meet and greet.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I would love to watch your kitties on any holiday! And maybe even bring them a special holiday treat!
What is your favorite cat toy?
My favorite cat toy is a feather wand. My cats go crazy for it, and it's fun for me to have interactive play with them.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Rachael is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Olivia
April 13, 2026
Rachael is the cat whisperer. I have 4 very shy and skittish former feral rescues . we just moved to the area a few months ago and they endured a cross country trip so I was super worried about how they were going to handle a new home and a stranger. Rachael sent photos of how they came around and began trusting her. I couldn’t believe it! She kept everything neat and tidy, ran the dishwasher for their bowls and the litter box was super clean when I got back. She’s very organized with daily written updates, and took the time to come visit the home and the kitties beforehand just to get a lay of the land and establish rapport. a true professional and lover of cats! I’m at ease knowing that my cats and home are in such good hands. My four legged babies were super well adjusted and happy when I returned. Thank you!!!! 🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈🐈
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Adrian
This week
Rachael was extraordinary with our babies because she is extraordinary herself. We told her everything we could think of when it comes to taking care of our little family and home, and she posed questions we had not even thought of. We recently put in some flowers in our entrance walkway, and she was more than happy to water them according to our watering instructions. But what really stands out about Rachael is what you get in communication: not only did we get detailed reports about how they were doing, we got a holistic view of the internal world of our babies while we were away. We got images of clean litter boxes, clean food and water bowls, and refills according to our feeding instructions. These are great, but what make her truly extraordinary is the care in her heart, palpable through the updates, not only just for our babies but for our mental welfare, to know that the house is locked, and that the babies had a great time. She even left us a debrief of everything that occured within our walls, as well as gifts for the babies and us! For that I will not hesitate to book her again and again as the need comes up. You shouldn't either.
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Madeleine
February 1, 2026
Rachael stayed with our 3 cats for two overnights. She was prompt and amazing with communication. Rachael sent us lots of pictures of our cats playtime, meals, and clean litter boxes. Additionally, she provided a nightly and morning update that helped put our minds at ease. We really appreciated Rachael's attention to detail and her willingness to give each of our cats so much affection. We would highly recommend Rachael and will be using her again for our fur babies in the future. 😺♥️
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Tobias
June 14, 2026
Rachael was absolutely wonderful! She took excellent care of my sweet baby! She also provided pictures daily and notes about how well my cat was eating, and that she took her medicine well, cleaned the litter box, etc. if we ever need another sitter, she will be the first person we will ask!
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Madison
May 11, 2026
Rachael was professional and friendly. My cat is a little skittish around strangers, but he warmed up to her pretty quickly during the meet and greet. She was thorough in her tasks and sent very good pictures :)
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Elena
April 27, 2026
Rachael is wonderful! First time I have left my very anxious guy who has a difficult time trusting others and Rachael put him (and me) right at ease. Lots of photos and updates so I could relax and enjoy my time away. Organized, tidy and thoughtful. Will definitely call on her in the future!
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Rachael's is 30%
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
Rachael's holiday surcharge is 30%.
Drop in visits rates
Rachael's is 40%
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
Rachael's holiday surcharge is 40%.
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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.
Lake Mary cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $27.00. 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
Olivia
April 13, 2026
Rachael is the cat whisperer. I have 4 very shy and skittish former feral rescues . we just moved to the area a few months ago and they endured a cross country trip so I was super worried about how they were going to handle a new home and a stranger. Rachael sent photos of how they came around and began trusting her. I couldn’t believe it! She kept everything neat and tidy, ran the dishwasher for their bowls and the litter box was super clean when I got back. She’s very organized with daily written updates, and took the time to come visit the home and the kitties beforehand just to get a lay of the land and establish rapport. a true professional and lover of cats! I’m at ease knowing that my cats and home are in such good hands. My four legged babies were super well adjusted and happy when I returned. Thank you!!!! 🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈🐈
Adrian
This week
Rachael was extraordinary with our babies because she is extraordinary herself. We told her everything we could think of when it comes to taking care of our little family and home, and she posed questions we had not even thought of. We recently put in some flowers in our entrance walkway, and she was more than happy to water them according to our watering instructions. But what really stands out about Rachael is what you get in communication: not only did we get detailed reports about how they were doing, we got a holistic view of the internal world of our babies while we were away. We got images of clean litter boxes, clean food and water bowls, and refills according to our feeding instructions. These are great, but what make her truly extraordinary is the care in her heart, palpable through the updates, not only just for our babies but for our mental welfare, to know that the house is locked, and that the babies had a great time. She even left us a debrief of everything that occured within our walls, as well as gifts for the babies and us! For that I will not hesitate to book her again and again as the need comes up. You shouldn't either.
Madeleine
February 1, 2026
Rachael stayed with our 3 cats for two overnights. She was prompt and amazing with communication. Rachael sent us lots of pictures of our cats playtime, meals, and clean litter boxes. Additionally, she provided a nightly and morning update that helped put our minds at ease. We really appreciated Rachael's attention to detail and her willingness to give each of our cats so much affection. We would highly recommend Rachael and will be using her again for our fur babies in the future. 😺♥️
Tobias
June 14, 2026
Rachael was absolutely wonderful! She took excellent care of my sweet baby! She also provided pictures daily and notes about how well my cat was eating, and that she took her medicine well, cleaned the litter box, etc. if we ever need another sitter, she will be the first person we will ask!
Madison
May 11, 2026
Rachael was professional and friendly. My cat is a little skittish around strangers, but he warmed up to her pretty quickly during the meet and greet. She was thorough in her tasks and sent very good pictures :)
Elena
April 27, 2026
Rachael is wonderful! First time I have left my very anxious guy who has a difficult time trusting others and Rachael put him (and me) right at ease. Lots of photos and updates so I could relax and enjoy my time away. Organized, tidy and thoughtful. Will definitely call on her in the future!
Tyler
November 30, 2025
Rachel was amazing! She came by to do a pre-check and meet the cat, asking all the right questions to make sure our pet got the best care possible. I had only intended for her to have to do the usual, refill food and water, clean the litter box, but Rachel took extra time to play with our cat and give her some one-on-one time, which surely helped her to deal with our absence more easily. I'll definitely be using Meowtel again, and will be looking for Rachel specifically.
Sarit
January 15, 2026
“I can’t say enough good things about Rachael. She truly went above and beyond in caring for my cat, and it showed in every detail. From thoughtful updates and photos to taking the time to understand my cat’s personality and routine, I felt completely at ease while I was away. My cat was calm, happy, and clearly well cared for when I returned—which says everything. It’s rare to find someone so reliable, attentive, and genuinely caring. I would definitely book Rachael again and recommend her wholeheartedly to any cat parent. So glad we found our cat person!!”
Erica
January 7, 2026
Rachael was such a great help for my furry home! We had up to date communications and updates on all the pets. If something went wrong, like a hairball or an asthma attack, she lets us know. Additionally, it was clear the cats had a connection with her and so quickly. She has a gift. Our home was kept clean and the cats were happy upon arrival! She’s great for anyone’s cats.
Chelsea
September 2, 2025
Rachael was absolutely amazing. I was so nervous to leave Oliver while I went on a family trip but she kept me updated and sent me pictures. she even sat with him while he ate the second night when we noticed he hadn’t been eating well while I was gone. She truly takes the time to treat your cat how you would!
Tiffany
This month
We are new cat parents and had never used a cat sitter before. Rachael made the process incredibly smooth, came over for a meet and greet before hand, and was in communication the entire time we were gone. She sent multiple daily photos and feedback/updates which gave us such peace of mind! We had an amazing experience, our cat was loved and cared for, and we could enjoy our vacation. I would use Rachael's services again in a heartbeat!!!
Terri
September 5, 2025
Rachel was a great cat sitter! She payed attention to all notes and was on spot with sending me pictures of everything she did and pictures of Casper. My cat is usually a standoff pet but Rachel won him over!
Josh
July 22, 2025
Rachael was wonderful. We received daily updates on the cats, which reassured us they were doing well. Rachael was also able to administer our one cat with their medication. Overall, we were extremely pleased with the service Rachael provided! We will certainly be using her again during vacations.
Heather
August 1, 2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter than Rachael for our two kitties! From the start, she was warm, professional, and super prepared—she even came with checklists! This was our first time using a pet-sitting service, and she made the whole experience so easy and stress-free. The best part? She sent us the most adorable photos of our fur babies that had us smiling ear to ear. We felt so comfortable knowing they were in such loving hands. Rachael is a gem, and we’ll absolutely be booking her again!
Elena
This month
Another great experience! Came home after 9 days to a very happy and stress free Oscar! I would absolutely recommend Rachael to any of my friends or family. She cares very thoughtfully for both my cat and my home.
Patrick
September 30, 2025
Rachel quickly became best friends with our cat and exceeded our expectations with her communication, thoroughness, and the love she has for cats. My wife and I would highly recommend her as she is someone you can trust with your loving pets and your home.
Christina
August 18, 2025
Rachael is just outstanding! Our sweet boy instantly bonded with her and she took perfect care of him and consistently checked in, sending lots of pictures and videos each visit. I will forever recommend her to everyone and she is the only one I will trust with our boy when we are gone!
Cynthia
June 14, 2026
Very pleased with the service I received for my cat while I was out of town. My sitter Rachael sent me plenty of pictures for me to see my girl. Everything at my place was neat and clean as when I left. Will probably use again.
Jules
May 22, 2026
Rachael was the best choice I could've made to take care of my cats while I was on a business trip this week! she was so thoughtful and gave detailed reviews of what she did each day and was good with updating on the care of my cats. she truly did treat Mochi and Kiwi like they were her own and Im so glad they were comfortable and playful with her! definitely will consider her again if I need a cat sitter again in the future!
Mcclaine
May 6, 2025
Rachael was amazing! She gave such great updates and visit details. Sent plenty of photos and made me feel my kitty was safe and well taken care of! She even did great with my kitties eye medication! She also left a little goodie bag after her first visit! highly recommend! thanks Rachael!
Timo
July 13, 2025
Rachael met us ahead of time to go over stuff and meet the cats. While gone, she sent us pictures, videos, and did all we could've asked of her. We would definitely recommend her services and will likely use her again. The cats loved her too. Thank you Rachael!
Sara
August 29, 2025
Rachel was amazing! She is great with communication and quickly responded to any questions I had. I felt very informed of my pets' well being while away; I never had even the slightest worry! I would highly recommend her to care for your pets.
Alex
August 3, 2025
she took excellent care of my cat! she followed the instructions perfectly and was very communicative with me while I was gone.
Victoria
December 29, 2025
I was nervous about leaving my fur baby in the care of another for the first time and Rachael made me feel completely at ease. I was blown away by the detail, time, and effort into caring for my cat. She was absolutely incredible and consistently went above and beyond to make sure he was happy and healthy while I was away. I am so grateful she took such AMAZING care of my cat, I can’t imagine anyone better.
Erica
This month
Rachael has such great care for our cats! They love having her over and we are left assured knowing they are in great hands. It’s the third time we’ve had her watch our bunch and she lets us know what all goes on and if anything happened that required attention.
Samantha
November 28, 2025
Rachael did an > incredible < job looking after my 3 cats while I was away for a week. Very thorough, caring, and patient. Goes above and beyond what you would think a typical home visit would entail. I will 100% go back to Rachael if/when I must be away from home. Her tenacity gave me peace of mind over my fur babies well being!
Chelsea
October 14, 2025
This was my second time having Rachael watch Oliver and won’t be the last. She treats him with love as if he were her own and it helps me feel so much more comfortable when I can’t be with him. I can’t thank her enough!
Barbara
This month
Rachael was wonderful! She kept me aware of everything with photos and update every day. Would definitely ask for her next time!
Emily
March 12, 2026
She did a great job and my cats loved her. She took photos daily of everything she did and the cats. Definitely would recommend her to others.
Sam
August 6, 2025
Rachael was amazing! The best cat sitter I’ve ever had. Can not say enough good things about her. She gave each one of my three kitties lots of love and affection. She kept us updated with the most amazing pictures of our cats. She watched our cats for two whole months!
Emily
May 14, 2026
My cats love her!! She takes time with the cats and gives them all attention and tends to their needs. Will use again!!
Steve
November 12, 2025
Rachel did a great job administering my cats medications
Maggie
July 22, 2025
Rachael was a great communicator and took amazing care of all 3 of my fur babies. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an attentive cat sitter, who genuinely cares about the well being of your babies.
Jessie
July 1, 2025
Rachel was absolutely wonderful! Could not have asked for a more responsible, responsive, and professional sitter to watch my 3 kitties. Reasonably priced and excellent communication. Absolutely will use her again!
Jacques'
This month
We were worried because our usual sitter was unavailable but Rachael exceeded our expectations! She went above and beyond to make sure our cats were well taken care of and eased the stress of us leaving them. Can’t wait to use her again.
Sandra
July 11, 2025
Rachael did an amazing job of caring for my cats. They love her. She showed them love and care. I will definitelyuse her again.
Elena
This month
Tiffany
This month
Olivia
May 3, 2026
Madeleine
April 17, 2026
Riley
February 3, 2026
Rachael was amazing as always, very kind and communicative!
Charles
January 6, 2026
excellent care she truly loves cats highly recommended
Matt
January 2, 2026
Rachael took great care of our cats. Great communication and she clearly cared for their wellbeing. Highly recommended!
Riley
November 29, 2025
Rachael went above and beyond, and I would 100% book her again.
Alex
November 18, 2025
Mykayla
September 7, 2025
Alex
September 3, 2025
Josh
September 3, 2025
Heather
August 16, 2025
Maggie
July 27, 2025
Mcclaine
July 13, 2025
Carolina
July 4, 2025
Rachael was by far the best pet sitter i have ever had. I am very picky about who takes care of my babies, and i couldn't be happier. She was very thoughtful, professional and overall amazing. I can't recommend her enough. :)
Mcclaine
June 30, 2025
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June 8, 2025
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Mcclaine
May 12, 2025
Heather
April 15, 2025
Rachel is a loyal, caring, kind and trustworthy individual. She will adore your pet. You will feel a sense comfort when Rachel is taking care of your pet.
Nick
April 15, 2025
Rachael has taken care of our sweet Lacey many times. She asks plenty of questions to ensure everything is to Lacey's liking. Rachael comes by twice per day to feed Lacey, let her out on the patio, change her litter, and give her plenty of attention. This is what separates Rachael from other caretakers. She doesn't just stop over to feed Lacey. She keeps her company and gives her attention for an extended period of time not because she has to, but because she wants to. She genuinely loves cats. When we leave town, we of course miss Lacey but feel assured knowing that Rachael will take exceptional care of her.
Meowtel
April 15, 2025
Rachael is a background-checked cat sitter in the Lake Mary area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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