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I'm Jean
Cat Sitting in Highland Park, IL
About 2.5 years ago, I became the substitute mother to an abandoned litter of kittens, hand raising them from newborns... Hello everyone. My name is Jean and I have been a cat lover all of my life. As a matter of fact, I can't recall many times that I did not have the pleasure of a feline companion. I have recently moved from a small farm where we took in several abandoned cats over the years. We became the family that would give a good home to a stray, no questions asked. We usually had one or two living inside with the humans, as well.
About 2.5 years ago, I became the substitute mother to an abandoned litter of kittens, hand raising them from newborns. To watch them mature into healthy cats was a very rewarding accomplishment for me. My photo incudes Marquis, one of those cats. Clearly, he became a part of the family.
I am a reliable and responsible individual who has recently retired from full-time employment. I will take excellent care of your cat. I do have experience administering oral medication and insulin shots. Now that I am retired, I can be available most hours of the day. I am located in the northeast area of Franklin County, Ohio. I am willing to cover Gahanna, Reynoldsburg, New Albany, Westerville, Blacklick, Pataskala, and the Granville areas.
I would be grateful if you considered me for your cat sitting needs. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
Learn More About Jean
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been officially cat sitting for two years. However, I have cared for my families cats during vacations for several years. My experience comes from a farm background and caring for many types of cats.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I enjoy getting to know the cats. My goal is always to try and get the shy ones to accept me while I am caring for them.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I do have several cats as I kept all of the litter I hand-raised. Their names are Rocket, Marquis, Gwen and Linda. I also care for two former barn cats— Catniss and Chloe.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
I think the important thing is to hire someone that is trustworthy and truly loves cats. It is also important to feel comfortable with the person you hire. A successful Meet and Greet is key.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I always provide a formal Meet and Greet. My goal is to make the cat parent feel comfortable with the care I will be giving their cats while they are away.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes I am usually available during the holidays. There are exceptions but I keep my Meowtel availability calendar up to date.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jean is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Ariana
November 30, 2025
Jean is amazing! Made sure our cats were cared for and even put are packages inside ❤️ She was patient with our shy cat and communicated daily.
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Hannah
November 14, 2025
Jean is very patient with my kitty Luna who often hides. She is very communicative and is able to handle medications which is a great help whenever I am out of town!
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Kirk
October 6, 2025
Jean is so outstanding! although we have been using her for several months now for small weekend trips, we recently just used her while we were away for 2 weeks. Jean was extremely accommodating in making time for our vacation as well as planning ahead and putting it on her calendar. one of our cats takes medication, and Jean administered it each day. She is wonderful to work with and makes life easy when we travel!
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Joy
February 18, 2026
Asked for Jean again from a terrific previous experience. Jean took care of my female cat for 5 days and got our mail and packages into the house as a bonus. Jane kept me up-to-date on how much food she was eating, and her behavior, and concerns. With great photos. Very thorough and very knowledgeable about cats in general! Highly recommend!
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Teresa
July 23, 2025
This was my first time using a pet sitter. First of all, the Meowtel app was easy to use and I felt confident choosing a sitter from the site. Also, the communications were excellent. I chose Jean as my sitter because her bio stated she had experience with barn and rescued cats. Since my four cats all came from rescue and even feral backgrounds, Jean understood them well. They are all wonderful and well loved cats, but they do have some quirks because of their rough beginnings. Jean came to the meet and greet visit well prepared, and right away my cats were curious to meet her (instead of hiding as usual). During my time away, Jean kept me informed how all the cats were doing, and did many extra little things, which I very much appreciated. I could tell my cats were happy because in the pictures she sent, they looked relaxed and had their tails held high. When I returned home, my cats were all happy and did not do any pouting at all! I highly recommend both Jean and Meowtel.
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Kareena
December 21, 2024
Jean took wonderful care of our girls while we were away. She sent daily updates and pictures and wrangled some packages that arrived during the pre-holiday rush. We were able to enjoy our trip knowing our kitties were in such good hands.
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Drop in visits rates
Jean'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
Jean's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Jean'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
Jean'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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
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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.
Highland Park cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $40.00. 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
Ariana
November 30, 2025
Jean is amazing! Made sure our cats were cared for and even put are packages inside ❤️ She was patient with our shy cat and communicated daily.
Hannah
November 14, 2025
Jean is very patient with my kitty Luna who often hides. She is very communicative and is able to handle medications which is a great help whenever I am out of town!
Kirk
October 6, 2025
Jean is so outstanding! although we have been using her for several months now for small weekend trips, we recently just used her while we were away for 2 weeks. Jean was extremely accommodating in making time for our vacation as well as planning ahead and putting it on her calendar. one of our cats takes medication, and Jean administered it each day. She is wonderful to work with and makes life easy when we travel!
Joy
February 18, 2026
Asked for Jean again from a terrific previous experience. Jean took care of my female cat for 5 days and got our mail and packages into the house as a bonus. Jane kept me up-to-date on how much food she was eating, and her behavior, and concerns. With great photos. Very thorough and very knowledgeable about cats in general! Highly recommend!
Teresa
July 23, 2025
This was my first time using a pet sitter. First of all, the Meowtel app was easy to use and I felt confident choosing a sitter from the site. Also, the communications were excellent. I chose Jean as my sitter because her bio stated she had experience with barn and rescued cats. Since my four cats all came from rescue and even feral backgrounds, Jean understood them well. They are all wonderful and well loved cats, but they do have some quirks because of their rough beginnings. Jean came to the meet and greet visit well prepared, and right away my cats were curious to meet her (instead of hiding as usual). During my time away, Jean kept me informed how all the cats were doing, and did many extra little things, which I very much appreciated. I could tell my cats were happy because in the pictures she sent, they looked relaxed and had their tails held high. When I returned home, my cats were all happy and did not do any pouting at all! I highly recommend both Jean and Meowtel.
Kareena
December 21, 2024
Jean took wonderful care of our girls while we were away. She sent daily updates and pictures and wrangled some packages that arrived during the pre-holiday rush. We were able to enjoy our trip knowing our kitties were in such good hands.
Kai
August 14, 2025
My cats did great with Jean! One of them needs meds and Jean did a great job getting her to take them. looking forward to having her sit for me again!
Kirk
April 8, 2025
Jean was super cooperative. she went above and beyond. This was our first time utilizing a sitter as our cat recently requires medicine daily. She was able to come in for a consultation, was extremely accommodating and was wonderful to work with.
Brian
December 26, 2024
Jean was outstanding. Made sure my kitties were taken care of even though my 2 female cats were a little standoffish. She was very good with my male maincoon who is much friendlier.
Joy
March 4, 2024
I have two different cats with very different personalities and specific routines and Jean made both of them happy. The photos showed how comfortable they were with her there to take care of them! She was also kind to me. I was scared I’d left the door unlocked and I had a package arrive late and she was kind enough to check the door as soon as she could and ensure the package was safe and sound. Great communications, describing the behavior of each, which tracked exactly with who they are. I just felt very comfortable while we were away but everything was fine. Definitely would ask for Jean again.
Elizabeth
May 6, 2024
Jean helped out with a very last minute request. She was very sweet and patience with my angry cat, and went above and beyond with her care. Would absolutely use Jean again in the future for trips!
Joy
May 26, 2026
Gina is a great communicator during all phases of the reservation. Ahead of time coordination, Great messages and pictures during her time with my cat, and wrap up. My cat was wonderfully spoiled and was in really good shape emotionally and physically when I got back after four days away.
Teresa
July 30, 2026
Meowtel is easy to use but also thorough in providing information in the pet sitting process. I feel very confident using the services of the sitters and have always had a great experience. My sitter, Jean, provided communication with each visit and genuinely cared for my cats. When I arrived back home, they were relaxed and happy, just as if I never left.
Response from Jean
Thank you Teresa for your kind words. Nina and Phoebe are very easy to care for and it was my pleasure to watch over them while you were away. I appreciate your support.
Kristin
May 25, 2026
Jean went above and beyond with our fur babies. She kept us updated daily on how they were doing. We would choose here again the next time we are out.
Ken
January 10, 2025
Jean communicates well and shows a real passion as a substitute owner our cats accept!
Amy
This month
Jean was excellent! We highly recommend her! She was reliable, took care of everything including the cats professionally and with great care. She went above and beyond!
Andrea
This month
Beth
July 3, 2026
Kris
June 30, 2026
She is amazing!!! my kitty cat loves her, and I feel safe when I go out of town. She’s amazing Person?.
Brittany
February 16, 2026
Christina
December 27, 2025
Christina
November 23, 2025
Debra
November 12, 2025
Jean was a great sitter. She met all my expectations! I will definitely schedule her again.
Christina
September 29, 2025
Barbie
September 22, 2025
Jean is the best!
Christina
September 9, 2025
James
September 8, 2025
Sherri
August 20, 2025
Debra
August 12, 2025
Jean is a very efficient and caring cat caretaker. I highly recommend!
Kris
August 4, 2025
Kris
August 4, 2025
Sabrina
July 27, 2025
Ken
July 5, 2025
Ken
June 17, 2025
Jesse
April 12, 2025
Jean is the best cat caretaker in Ohio.
Ken
March 31, 2025
Kris
January 4, 2025
Elizabeth
December 22, 2024
Jesse
July 13, 2024
Jesse
June 24, 2024
Great cat sitter, highly recommend.
Kris
June 12, 2024
Meowtel
January 12, 2024
Jean is a background-checked cat sitter in the Blacklick area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.