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I'm Nikki

A cat sitter in Columbus, IN

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I'm Nikki | Cat Sitting in Columbus, IN

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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

We have 9 kitties at home. (And 1 honorary cat.) Duncan and Mousey - the twins (litter mates) Seashell - mama's girl Chonk - my bottle baby and grumpy boy Specs - the aggressive cuddler Kahlua - feral to lap cat (in 5 long years, but worth the patience) Charlie - my gentle giant (Maine Coon) Damon - my orange boy Rum - my little velociraptor (her middle name is Blue) Kya - technically a dog, but the cats raised her

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I'm am usually always available on all holidays. So, cat sitting during the holidays? Not a problem at all.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

My Kahlua was part of a colony I helped manage. When she came to us for fostering, it was clear she was almost completely feral, terrified of everything and everyone. It took months, learning her fears, and how to navigate them, accomadate her and change how we interacted. We respected her boundaries and never forced attention on her, waiting for her to come to us, in her time. It took 8 months before she came to me and let me pet her. It took 2 years before she laid on my lap. Now 5 years later, she's still jumpy, but she marches up to me and plops herself in my lap and demands pets. That's how I handle all cats, not just the timid. I work on their time, letting them dictate the interaction, letting them know I am someone safe.

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Nikki's First Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $20.00 / 20min $30.00 / 45min $40.00 / 60min
  • Nikki's Holiday Surcharge is 5%
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Nikki's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $25.00 / 20min $35.00 / 45min $45.00 / 60min
  • Nikki's Holiday Surcharge is 10%
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Nikki's Skills & Services

Care Skills

  • Shelter Volunteer
  • Vet Tech

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Administration

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Injections / Diabetic Management
  • Inhalers

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Cat parents may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a full refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Cat parents will receive a full refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Cat parents will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the cat parent cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

Trust & Safety

Enjoy Meowtel's world-class customer support with every reservation. Our dedicated team is here for you and your cat every step of the way.

If the Meet & Greet isn't the right fit, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Columbus cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and the services they offer, but the average price for a cat sitter is $20.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Cat sitters on Meowtel offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so you can find the best options which are close by.

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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit typically includes the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. Every kitty is different and that's why sitters on Meowtel offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you can meet them before you leave to confirm it's a purrfect fit.

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