I'm Mckayla

Patient Friendly Cat Care

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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

Mckayla is experienced with 1 type of medications

Oral Medication / Pills

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I'm Mckayla

Cat Sitting in Palmetto, FL

Hi! My name is McKayla, and Iā€™m a reliable, patient, and cat-loving sitter who truly understands that every cat has their own personality, routine, and comfort level. As both a cat owner and a volunteer at a local kitty shelter, Iā€™ve had experience caring for cats with many different temperaments ā€” from playful and social to shy and anxious.

I know how important it is to find someone you trust while youā€™re away, and my goal is... Hi! My name is McKayla, and Iā€™m a reliable, patient, and cat-loving sitter who truly understands that every cat has their own personality, routine, and comfort level. As both a cat owner and a volunteer at a local kitty shelter, Iā€™ve had experience caring for cats with many different temperaments ā€” from playful and social to shy and anxious.

I know how important it is to find someone you trust while youā€™re away, and my goal is always to make your cat feel safe, comfortable, and cared for in their own environment. During visits, I can help with feeding, fresh water, litter box cleaning, playtime, brushing, and giving your cat attention at their own pace. I understand cat body language and know that patience and calm energy go a long way when building trust.
I also believe communication is very important, so Iā€™ll always provide updates and photos during visits to help you feel at ease while away from home. I treat every cat as if they were my own and always do my best to keep their routine stress-free, comfortable, and full of care!

Learn More About Mckayla

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Personally what I enjoy most about cat sitting is being able to provide care that the fur parents expect and more! Plus being able to play with other kitties makes it worth everything!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes, I do have kitties myself! I have two and their names are Opie (15 - orange) and Phantom (2- black).

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

I would recommend finding a sitter who understands cat behavior and respects each catā€™s personality and comfort level. Every cat is different, so patience, communication, and consistency are very important. I also think regular updates and photos help cat parents feel more comfortable and reassured while theyā€™re away.

Medication Experience:

Oral Medication / Pills
5.00
1 review
Meowtel

Meowtel

May 25, 2026

Mckayla is a background-checked cat sitter in the Palmetto area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$21.00 / 20min
$32.00 / 45min

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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.

Palmetto cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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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