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I'm Joanna

A cat sitter in Indianapolis, IN

5.00/5.00
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28 REVIEWS

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I'm Joanna | Cat Sitting in Indianapolis, IN

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

I have had a cat in my family almost my entire life. I am very comfortable with cats and have done cat sitting for friends, family and clients throughout my adult life.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I have taken care of cats (and dogs) of friends, neighbors and family many times. I think the best thing about the experience is getting to see all the different personalities of each of the animals. Just like people, they each bring so much to the table and they make life (and the time spent with them) so much more enjoyable.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I currently have two cats. We have a 16-year-old named Lil Bit that is so spry and active. She ducks when you try to pet her and then sticks her claws out at you to pet her. It’s funny. Then we have Norrie. He is our big boy who loves to snuggle, eat and sleep on his back with his big paws all up in the air. The neighbor’s cat has even adopted us on a part-time basis. Her name is Blackie.

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

My son got a kitten for the first time a few years ago. I have been able to help him make good decisions and calm him down when he would get worried about the various health problems she’s had. His cat, Baby Kitty, only likes her owners and usually hides whenever anyone comes over to care for her or visit. However, whenever I cared for her, she followed me wherever I went. I spoke to her quietly the entire time I was there. She wouldn’t let me pet her, but my son said that was so huge that she stayed near me.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I am very careful to watch that cats are nowhere near doors when I enter or exit to ensure they don’t get outside. I also watch when they are around me to be sure to not step on their paws. I clean up messes and discard open wet food containers quickly so they won’t hurt themselves on the sharp edges of the lids. I also am careful of what cleaning products are used when they are near.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am usually available on or around most holidays except Christmas Day. That is a family day where I want to be present with them.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite cat toy is probably the fishing pole type of toys with the stick, string and items attached to the string or stick. Cats seem to really enjoy them. Laser pointers can be fun, but I’ve also seen cats get frustrated with them.

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

I don’t push myself on cats. I generally will talk calmly while I do things in the house and not make sudden moves. I also sit down on the floor in the same room with them, but not right by them. If I’m told that the cat likes toys, I will present the toy to the cat from a distance. If they refuse any interaction, I simply sit quietly and let them decide whether they want to stay in the room with me or not. I don’t chase them down or corner them.

Joanna's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Jillian

Joanna is amazing! She took such great care of my cat Baker while we were away. I loved all the great pictures and updates each day, made our trip less stressful knowing our cat was in great hands!

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This week
Mark

Joanna is tremendously reliable and responsive, we highly recommend her!

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This month
Jenna

Once again, Joanna wins the prize for best kitty caretaker! She’s professional, responsive, organized, gentle with the kitties, friendly and attentive to details. I never ever have to worry when she’s on the case!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 23, 2025
Jennifer

Joanna was amazing and my cats LOVED her!! It says a lot about Joanna that my shyest cat that fears everyone and everything came out when she was here and let her pet him!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 19, 2025
Staci

As long as Joanna is available when we travel I will choose her every time!!! She has taken care of our kitties several times now and I just can’t say enough about her. If you choose her you won’t be disappointed.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 19, 2025
Karen

Joanna did a really great job. Ahe arrives on scheduled days, was attentive and worked to build rapport with my kitty. I appreciated her communication and definitely plan to ask for her again!

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May 13, 2025
Mark

Joanna always goes above and beyond! She is one of Rory’s favorite humans. 😻

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May 12, 2025
Jenna

Third time I’ve hired Joanna for an extended time and she is amazing as always! Highly recommend! My kitties are extra-extra shy and she goes out of her way to build up trust and make sure they’re comfortable and feel safe. Will absolutely hire again!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
May 2, 2025
Jenniver

Joanna has taken care of my cats a few times now, and we love her!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 30, 2025
Staci

This was our second time having Joanna look after our kitties. She does such a wonderful job with them. She even gives me detailed updates about what they did during the visits. (More like play-dates!). We plan to ask her back for a third time in a couple months.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 17, 2025
Renata

Joanna was fantastic and very communicative. The meet & greet was a great way to understand our needs. It was such a relief knowing our cats were in good hands. We really appreciate the care and attention Joanna gave them (and any extra cuddles + playtime!)

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 5, 2025
Staci

Joanna did a fantastic job taking care of our kitties. She made time for playing and loving! She was very quick to get back with me each time I contacted her which I appreciate so much. We will have her back for sure!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
February 19, 2025
Jeffrey

Had just arrived in Indy and had to go to Florida for some personal things that had to be done landlord at Airbnb then dropped on me I needed to get a sitter or something since animals were not allowed to be alone in the home. Found Meowtel and requested Joanna. Joanna accepted then reached out to have meet and greet and the next three days even in a snow storm I missed out on she came and visited my lonely kitty. Played with him, petted him (which he loves) and attended to food and litter etc. Joanna sent me updates every time she came over and pics of my boy which made it even better when updated. I would recommend Joanna to anyone needing a great sitter that even shows in snow 😜👍

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
January 8, 2025
Jenniver

This was the second time I hired Joanna and of course we loved her again! She's great with updates and asking questions. We really appreciate all of her help!

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December 29, 2024
Mark

Joanna is very thoughtful and sincere, our little Rory loved her!

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December 28, 2024
Jenna

Joanna is absolutely fantastic! This is the second time I’ve booked her and I will 100% be booking her again! She is SO kind - she took extra special care of my very elderly and demanding boy and I know she made him happy - which makes me happy!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 19, 2024
Jenniver

We had a great experience with Joanna!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 30, 2024
Meowtel

Joanna is a background-checked cat sitter in the Indianapolis area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

October 22, 2024
Chris

Joanna is sensitive and caring to our pets as if they were her own. We love and adore her for it.

October 22, 2024
Gregg

Dependable, courteous and hard working.

October 22, 2024
Jacqueline

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Jacqueline

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Jenny

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May 27, 2025
Jenna

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May 9, 2025
Mark

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April 8, 2025
Mark

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February 18, 2025
Heather

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December 14, 2024
Jenna

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
December 11, 2024

Joanna's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $26.00 / 20min $39.00 / 45min $60.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $88.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Joanna's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Joanna's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% 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.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer 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.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Indianapolis cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $25.00. 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. Meowtel sitters 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 we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 will include 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. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Joanna's Purrs And Cuddles Care
5.00 • 28 reviews • From $26.00