I'm Alisha

Alisha's Cat Sitting Services

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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

Alisha is experienced with 5 types of medications

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

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Alisha's Cat Sitting Services

I'm Alisha

Cat Sitting in Galena, IL

I have been an independent pet sitter for 17 plus years. I have plenty of experience with kitties as well as other animals such as birds, dogs, reptiles and other small critters. I have been very passionate in my love of cats and animals for many years and all of my pets mean the world to me. I have spent time volunteering in shelters for pet care as well as medical care and have spent time working as a vet assistant as wel... I have been an independent pet sitter for 17 plus years. I have plenty of experience with kitties as well as other animals such as birds, dogs, reptiles and other small critters. I have been very passionate in my love of cats and animals for many years and all of my pets mean the world to me. I have spent time volunteering in shelters for pet care as well as medical care and have spent time working as a vet assistant as well. While working in the vet office I learned how to medicate cats as well as how to give subcutaneous fluids. I have worked in various animal related fields for over a decade including vet offices, shelters, grooming facilities, pet stores and pet sitting. All animals are fascinating to me and I enjoy learning about the different types of care they all need. I live in Galena IL and am willing to cover all surrounding areas.

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

I started pet sitting in 2007 and have pet sat consistently ever since. I have experience with lots of different types of animals and plenty of experience with kitties of all ages.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I enjoy getting to spend time with as many kitties as possible 💕 Their personalities are all so unique. It's fun for me to get to know each and every kitty I meet.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two 17 year old ladies. Their names are Thing One and Thing Two :) They're very funny and make me smile every day.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I'm always available to answer any questions or concerns a pet parent might have. Please don't hesitate to reach out. Once a pet sit is booked I will come over for a complementary meet and greet. It will give me a chance to meet every one. I want all of my clients to be completely comfortable with me and I do my absolute best to put clients at ease while they are away.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I am typically available most holidays.


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained

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Melissa

Melissa

December 2, 2024

I am so glad we found Alisha to sit for our cats. The detailed updates, adorable pictures and going above and beyond with the mail and multiple litter changes allowed us to be totally at ease on vacation. Her knowledge about insulin injections and willingness to administer them saved our kitty from a long week being boarded at the vet. We could not have asked for better cat care!

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Melissa

Melissa

April 14, 2025

Alisha was absolutely amazing with our kitty Boba! This was the first time we have used a cat sitter, and we were initially a little hesitant because Boba is a very shy cat when it comes to people he doesn’t know. However, Boba must have sensed Alisha’s kindness and trustworthiness, as he warmed up to her so quickly and was so comfortable with her taking care of him. She’s also very communicative and responsive, and sent us detailed updated with lots of photos after each visit. We will definitely use Alisha again for all our cat sitting needs, and we can’t recommend her enough!

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Debbie

Debbie

July 13, 2024

She was AMAZING!! It was our first time using her and Meowtel but she responded quickly, took great notes, always sent detailed information and lots of pictures. My kitty is 17 and needs medication. She took great care of her and she was happy and feeling great when we got back. She was trustworthy and we felt safe with her in our home. It was the first time we left our baby and she was in fantastic hands. Definitely recommend a million times! Thank you, Alisha!!

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Kathleen

Kathleen

December 7, 2024

Alisha is an absolutely amazing cat sitter. She is great with giving our grumpy senior cat her meds and meeting our request for specific visitation times. Every day she watched her we looked forward to her timely detailed updates and a bunch of pics. We always worry about leaving Nelly but having Alisha watch her gives us so much solace, she’s worth every penny!!

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Kim

Kim

November 3, 2024

Alisha did great yet again with our kitties! Her adorable pictures showed them enjoying their time with her every day. Even our shy kitty was getting pets from her (and giving her kisses)! Our kitties love Alisha!

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Mary

Mary

June 9, 2024

Alisha was wonderful as always taking care of Luna!! She always goes above and beyond… this visit she even unpacked an unexpected frozen delivery. it’s so reassuring to know Luna and our home are being well cared for when we’re gone. Thanks Alisha!!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$25.00 / 20min
$40.00 / 45min
$55.50 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$75.00 / Overnight
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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.

Galena cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $25.00. 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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