I'm Melissa
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I'm Melissa
Cat Sitting in Miami, FL
Cat mom to Rosie 🐈 and Eevee 🐈⬛. I’ve spent years loving and caring for my own cats, along with looking after various friends cats while they’ve been away on vacations. Now I’m excited to care for even more feline personalities!
During visits, I’m comfortable handling feeding, fresh water changes, litter box care, playtime, and medications. I have experience administering eye drops, ear drops, and pills hidden in treats so I understand that some cats need a little extra care and patience... Hi, I’m Mel! 🐾
Cat mom to Rosie 🐈 and Eevee 🐈⬛. I’ve spent years loving and caring for my own cats, along with looking after various friends cats while they’ve been away on vacations. Now I’m excited to care for even more feline personalities!
During visits, I’m comfortable handling feeding, fresh water changes, litter box care, playtime, and medications. I have experience administering eye drops, ear drops, and pills hidden in treats so I understand that some cats need a little extra care and patience.
I know every cat is different, so I like to make each visit about what makes YOUR cat comfortable and happy. You know your cat best, so clear communication about their routine, preferences, and quirks helps me give them the best care possible. What sets me apart is that I genuinely love cats and pay attention to the little things, from noticing changes in their behavior to making sure they feel safe and cared for. Give me the details, and I’ll do what I do best: love and care for your cat. 🐾❤️
My goal is for your cat to feel safe, cared for, and maybe just a little spoiled while you’re gone. And yes, I fully expect to be judged by your cat upon arrival. 😹🐾
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
While I’m new to professional cat sitting, I’ve been caring for cats for years. I’ve been a cat parent to Rosie since 2020 and Eevee since 2023, and I’ve also cared for 8 cats belonging to 6 different friends while they’ve been away. These experiences have given me plenty of practice caring for cats with different personalities, routines, and needs. I’m excited to bring that experience to Meowtel and continue growing as a cat sitter!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two cats of my own, Rosie 🐈 and Eevee 🐈⬛, and both came into my life thanks to the Cat Distribution System. Rosie found me in 2020 when she started showing up in our yard while I was quarantining. My partner surprised me by adopting her 2 weeks later. Then in 2023, I found Eevee while visiting my sister. I planned to “foster” her but we all know how that goes. 😂 They’re very different cats, but they’ve both taught me just how much personality, patience, and love go into caring for cats. 🐾❤️
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I let the cat set the pace. I never want to force interaction, especially with a timid or anxious cat. I’ll give them space, move calmly, and use treats, play, or quiet companionship to help them feel comfortable. I pay attention to their body language and let trust build naturally. My goal is for them to feel safe enough to be themselves, even if that means I spend the whole visit quietly sitting nearby. ❤️
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Melissa is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Janella
This month
Melissa has been absolutely wonderful with my 13 year old cat, Banksy. He is an older, anxious kitty who can take time to feel comfortable and trust someone, so finding the right person to care for him is incredibly important to me. Melissa has been so patient, gentle, attentive, and loving with him, and it genuinely gives me so much peace of mind knowing he is in her care. What means the most to me is how much Banksy clearly loves and trusts her. You can tell she doesn’t simply “check in” on him she spends time with him, understands his personality and makes sure he feels safe, comfortable, and loved while I’m away. Seeing the bond he has developed with her makes leaving him so much easier. I trust Melissa completely with Banksy and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will treat their cat with the same love and care they would give their own. Banksy and I are both very lucky to have found her! ❤️🐱
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Nicole
This month
Thank you Melissa for taking care of my little Buffy as if it were her own fur baby!
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Meowtel
August 9, 2026
Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Miami area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Melissa'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
Melissa's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Melissa's is 20%
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
Melissa's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Miami 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 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
Janella
This month
Melissa has been absolutely wonderful with my 13 year old cat, Banksy. He is an older, anxious kitty who can take time to feel comfortable and trust someone, so finding the right person to care for him is incredibly important to me. Melissa has been so patient, gentle, attentive, and loving with him, and it genuinely gives me so much peace of mind knowing he is in her care. What means the most to me is how much Banksy clearly loves and trusts her. You can tell she doesn’t simply “check in” on him she spends time with him, understands his personality and makes sure he feels safe, comfortable, and loved while I’m away. Seeing the bond he has developed with her makes leaving him so much easier. I trust Melissa completely with Banksy and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will treat their cat with the same love and care they would give their own. Banksy and I are both very lucky to have found her! ❤️🐱
Nicole
This month
Thank you Melissa for taking care of my little Buffy as if it were her own fur baby!
Meowtel
August 9, 2026
Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Miami area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.