I'm Judy

Cat Lover Extraordinaire

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Judy is experienced with 5 types of medications

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

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Cat Lover Extraordinaire

I'm Judy

Cat Sitting in New Port Richey, FL

I was raised in a rural area & have had pets most of my life. We had horses, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, frogs & fish. Before moving to Florida, I lived in NJ, & did cat & dog rescue. Since coming here, I've only had cats. I have my own brood that keep me company, healthy, & busy. They are like life long toddlers to enjoy & love. Most of them are rescues, but some of them came to me after friend's passed away. I am a retired RN, so this is a worry I can take away and a comfort I can give. I am at my limit, so cannot rescue more, but that doesn't mean they're aren't more out there to love. I would be honored to be your kitty's or kitties temporary servant while you are away... I was raised in a rural area & have had pets most of my life. We had horses, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, frogs & fish. Before moving to Florida, I lived in NJ, & did cat & dog rescue. Since coming here, I've only had cats. I have my own brood that keep me company, healthy, & busy. They are like life long toddlers to enjoy & love. Most of them are rescues, but some of them came to me after friend's passed away. I am a retired RN, so this is a worry I can take away and a comfort I can give. I am at my limit, so cannot rescue more, but that doesn't mean they're aren't more out there to love. I would be honored to be your kitty's or kitties temporary servant while you are away.

What to expect: On arrival, I usually take a picture of food consumed, and a pic of any kitty greeting me. I also post a pic of food put out. I usually tell you the care I've given per your instructions. As a nurse, I'm used to the kind of factual notes without language that can be used out of context by a lawyer, so my notes tend to be boring, repetitive, and dry. But I hope the pictures and comments with the pictures, show how much I enjoy your kitty.
UPDATE: Effective June 15th, 2025, I am no longer offering overnight visits. 😿

Happy 2026.

Just a FYI. If you are traveling and your return is delayed for whatever reason, I always accept reservation extensions. If the date is not available, message me and I will open the date for you. The only exception will be if I happen to be out of town, and that's very infrequent.

Learn More About Judy

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

I have a friend for whom I have been cat sitting for 3 years, and another friend whose kitties I cared for while she was hospitalized. She has since passed away, and her 2 kitties are now mine.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I enjoy getting to know their personalities, & what makes them happy & feel loved. It's nice if they love me back, but not necessary. Some are too shy or scared & can't, & that's okay.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Absolutely. Gabby is a rescue that a patient of mine found abandoned as a newborn near her home. I inherited Mysti & Felix from my friend who passed away. Mojo & Heidi are rescues from a chat group on Facebook. Annabelle is a rescue that was being fed in a cat colony of a friend. After she became sick, my friend was afraid to return her to the colony.


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

Foster Parent

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Hannah

Hannah

September 14, 2025

Judy was so patient and thorough with my two cats. One of them has GI issues and she tried numerous selections of different foods to assist in stimulating his appetite. We plan to continue using Judy in the future!

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Megan

Megan

June 8, 2025

Judy is 100% reliable. She keeps me informed with detailed updates and photos with every visit. My furry friends are usually shy around new people, but they were at ease with Judy right from the first visit. Judy has stayed overnights on our trips away and you wouldn’t know anyone had even been there, she left the place just as she found it. Once when our flight home was delayed she offered to come back for an extra visit. As a former nurse, I trust Judy to look out for any symptoms relevant to my furry friend’s condition She is comfortable medicating, so I know my furry friends will keep up with their regular meds. All in all, I can enjoy being away in the knowledge that my furry friends are in really good hands. I cannot recommend Judy highly enough.

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Elaine

Elaine

May 27, 2025

Judy worked out perfectly for our long weekend away from our fur baby. She communicated with us every day with updates and photos. She also offered to water our plants which I am grateful for since I’m pretty sure if she hadn’t we would have come home to severely wilted n thirsty plants! We highly recommend Judy to take care of your kitty. You will definitely be in good hands!

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Lynda

Lynda

This month

just home from being away, Judy was wonderful. she took pictures of the girls, and what and how much they ate. just a wonderful lady to work with. as are cats we came home , they irgorned us. but looking around the house I'm sure for Judy . she. left them treats I sure they will enjoy. if and when we take some time away will definitely use Judy.

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Jessica

Jessica

September 30, 2025

This was my very first time having a sitter for my kitty, and Judy was amazing! She sent sweet updates and pictures, and took care of my old man just like family would. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing Seymour was in such loving hands. Truly a great experience — I’ll definitely be booking with her again! <3

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Lauren

Lauren

August 29, 2025

Judy is the absolute best! She is very responsive and attentive, she is able to meet with me before and after our bookings for key drop offs, she also sends loads of pictures of the cats and bowls so we are always updated and in the know of what’s going on when we aren’t home! Our cats love her and we appreciate her so much. Having someone you don’t know in your home when you aren’t there can be nerve racking but not with Judy! We trust her and know the fur babies are in the best hands!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$26.00 / 20min
$38.00 / 45min
$49.00 / 60min

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Trust & Safety

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.

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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.

New Port Richey 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 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!

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