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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 one, 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. I often call him my puppy kitty because he is very much a cat, but also adores belly rubs and, at times, follows me everywhere in the house. (I also have a chihuahua that I call my kitty puppy because he likes to groom himself and actually wanted to use the litterbox when we first rescued him.) The neighbor’s cat has even adopted us on a part-time basis. His 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.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Joanna is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Greg
February 23, 2026
Joanna watched our cat for three weeks. Communication was excellent on how our cat was doing with plenty of photos and videos. Joanna let our cat take the lead on what type a visit it would be. Surprisingly most turned out to be petting.
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Greg
February 1, 2026
Great communication. Loved all the detailed description of how our cat was and pictures. I was honestly surprised Joanna was able to get picutes as our cat is shy.
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Kristina
December 17, 2025
We (Cowboy, Boots, Zoot / cats) couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter. During a stretch of truly terrible freezing weather, she went above and beyond to make sure our three indoor/outdoor cats were safe, comfortable, and well cared for. She was incredibly attentive to their individual routines and needs, which gave us real peace of mind while we were away. On top of the excellent care she gave the cats, we really appreciated the extra attention she paid to the house during the cold—checking on things, keeping an eye out for any issues, and generally treating our home as if it were her own. Her reliability, communication, and thoughtfulness made a stressful weather situation so much easier for us. I am incredibly grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and proactive pet sitter.
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Elizabeth
September 30, 2025
Joanna is a true professional and we cannot recommend her enough! She took excellent care of our very shy cat making it possible for us to feel at ease traveling to visit my family. Joanna’s love for cats and her compassion for our cat made all the difference. We appreciated Joanna’s respect for our cat’s strict feeding schedule and our cat warmed up almost immediately to Joanna and engaged her! This has never been the case before with other pet sitters. Joanna even read to her when she was stressed from the weather or didn’t want to play. How creative! Joanna supplied us with plenty of photos, videos, and descriptive texts on each visit. These made all the difference as we didn’t feel quite so far away/disconnected from our cat. We were very excited to return home to see our cat, but the look on her face when we walked in said, “Oh, it’s the B team😆! You will love having Joanna as your pet sitter as we did and we can only hope she will be available next time we need her as everyone will want her to care for their cats.
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Natasha
November 3, 2025
Absolutely love Joanna & would book her again in a heartbeat! She spent so much wholesome time with my two cats, not v only feeding them & cleaning their boxes, but also playing with them and even reading to them! She is so good at sending updates every day & it helped me feel at ease while on our trips. Thank you!!!
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Elizabeth
March 24, 2026
We can't thank nor recommend Joanna enough for caring for our cat who is our whole world. Joanna has put us at ease because she is everything you would want in a cat sitter: she is creative getting our cat to engage with her toys, our cat interacts with Joanna instead of hiding as she did with every previous pet sitter (she loves Joanna's pets and massages), with each visit Joanna sends a summary, many photos, and videos. We don't feel far away or out of touch thanks to her communication. It is so clear Joanna genuinely loves animals and is able to bring out the best in them.
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Drop in visits rates
Joanna'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
Joanna'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.
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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.
Indianapolis 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!
Rating breakdown
Greg
February 23, 2026
Joanna watched our cat for three weeks. Communication was excellent on how our cat was doing with plenty of photos and videos. Joanna let our cat take the lead on what type a visit it would be. Surprisingly most turned out to be petting.
Greg
February 1, 2026
Great communication. Loved all the detailed description of how our cat was and pictures. I was honestly surprised Joanna was able to get picutes as our cat is shy.
Kristina
December 17, 2025
We (Cowboy, Boots, Zoot / cats) couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter. During a stretch of truly terrible freezing weather, she went above and beyond to make sure our three indoor/outdoor cats were safe, comfortable, and well cared for. She was incredibly attentive to their individual routines and needs, which gave us real peace of mind while we were away. On top of the excellent care she gave the cats, we really appreciated the extra attention she paid to the house during the cold—checking on things, keeping an eye out for any issues, and generally treating our home as if it were her own. Her reliability, communication, and thoughtfulness made a stressful weather situation so much easier for us. I am incredibly grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and proactive pet sitter.
Elizabeth
September 30, 2025
Joanna is a true professional and we cannot recommend her enough! She took excellent care of our very shy cat making it possible for us to feel at ease traveling to visit my family. Joanna’s love for cats and her compassion for our cat made all the difference. We appreciated Joanna’s respect for our cat’s strict feeding schedule and our cat warmed up almost immediately to Joanna and engaged her! This has never been the case before with other pet sitters. Joanna even read to her when she was stressed from the weather or didn’t want to play. How creative! Joanna supplied us with plenty of photos, videos, and descriptive texts on each visit. These made all the difference as we didn’t feel quite so far away/disconnected from our cat. We were very excited to return home to see our cat, but the look on her face when we walked in said, “Oh, it’s the B team😆! You will love having Joanna as your pet sitter as we did and we can only hope she will be available next time we need her as everyone will want her to care for their cats.
Natasha
November 3, 2025
Absolutely love Joanna & would book her again in a heartbeat! She spent so much wholesome time with my two cats, not v only feeding them & cleaning their boxes, but also playing with them and even reading to them! She is so good at sending updates every day & it helped me feel at ease while on our trips. Thank you!!!
Elizabeth
March 24, 2026
We can't thank nor recommend Joanna enough for caring for our cat who is our whole world. Joanna has put us at ease because she is everything you would want in a cat sitter: she is creative getting our cat to engage with her toys, our cat interacts with Joanna instead of hiding as she did with every previous pet sitter (she loves Joanna's pets and massages), with each visit Joanna sends a summary, many photos, and videos. We don't feel far away or out of touch thanks to her communication. It is so clear Joanna genuinely loves animals and is able to bring out the best in them.
Jenna
September 12, 2025
Joanna was absolutely amazing as always! she even somehow managed to get my SUPER skittish kitty into a carrier and take her to the vet - which is a miracle considering it usually takes me hours to do the same. Joanna is truly a gift.
Katie
March 21, 2026
Joanna took great care of our cat while we were gone! She read to her each day since our cat likes to hide from new people, and we got daily updates. Thank you Joanna!
Mallory
September 30, 2025
Joanna asked lots of questions to make sure she didn't miss anything and to get to know my cats' personalities. One of my cats is normally afraid of strangers but warmed up very quickly to Joanna. She communicated well and often. Definitely will booking her for future visits.
Holly
September 4, 2025
Joanna took wonderful care of my Spatula while I was on Vacation. Joanna had 4 visits with Spatula and sent me very detailed update texts and a few photos after each visit. I really appreciated having a meet and greet before Joanna’s first visit because it allowed me to really explain Spatula’s vibe. I would absolutely trust Joanna to watch Spatula again and I 10000% recommend that you trust her with your kitties too!!
Jacqueline
September 22, 2025
Joanna went above and beyond the call of duty. When it was her time to visit, I unfortunately had a maitence issue and Joanna contacted me immediately and waited until it was resolved that she could take care of my babies. If you are looking for a person who cares for your fur babies as much as you do, look no further. I hesistste to write this bc I’d like to keep her to myself but I can’t gatekeep such a good sitter.
Madison
July 18, 2025
Joanna was amazing!!! She kept me updated every visit with thorough descriptions of where my cats were, how they were doing, and what she did each visit. She also sent many pictures that made me feel so good about how my kitties were doing while I was away. I couldn’t recommend her enough and will absolutely be asking for her in the future if I go on another trip!!
Gretchen
This month
Joanna did a great job caring for my cat. I completely trusted her to be in my home and will be booking her again if she's available. I loved all the pictures, videos, and updates she sent me. I felt like she really cared about my kitty 😻
Elizabeth
December 1, 2025
We had a family emergency and needed to leave town immediately. I reached out to Joanna, and she responded within minutes, happy to help us out. Our cat has grown very fond of Joanna, which takes a huge worry off our plates. Joanna sends plenty of photos and videos, which really make our day.
Linsay
November 12, 2025
Joanna was great to work with. She was very responsive and sent great updates with lots of photos and videos.
Hope
September 9, 2025
Joanna was amazing! I booked with her on somewhat short notice. We had our meet up and I was shocked that my anti social kitty was actually somewhat friendly with her. Her visit updates and photos were great and really perked me up while I was away. Joanna is very friendly, respectful, and a wonderful communicator! I would strongly recommend her to anyone! ❤️
Jennifer
May 19, 2025
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!!
Karen
May 13, 2025
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!
Jeffrey
January 8, 2025
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 😜👍
Jillian
July 1, 2025
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!
Elizabeth
January 10, 2026
Joanna has been a lifesaver to our sweet cat and us. The last couple of months have required us to travel on a moment's notice, and Joanna has been there for us each time. But it is so much more than just her availability. Joanna provides a quality, healthy experience for our cat, who is shy and generally avoids people. Our cat has developed a strong bond with Joanna, which also provides her with consistent stability. We feel very lucky to have Joanna as our cat sitter. She sends us detailed reports, photos, and videos of each visit. Those are very helpful and put us at ease when we need to be out of town. You and your pet(s) will love Joanna!
Carl
December 26, 2025
Joanna was awesome! she took great care of our cats and kept us up to date with what was going on by sending pictures and videos! I would absolutely recommend Joanna and hope she’ll be available next time we leave town!
Staci
March 17, 2025
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.
Renata
March 5, 2025
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!)
Jackie
March 24, 2026
The cats love Joanna since she keeps food and water bowls well filled. I like her because she keeps everything including litter boxes clean and tidy.
Vimbai
This month
Joanna was awesome with our cat, highly communicative too. I look forward to her help in years to come. I came back to a happy cat. I highly recommend her to you- a true cat lover.
Missy
This month
Joanna will be my first choice for a sitter for any future travels. she is pleasant and obviously loves cats. she is prompt and very communicative and I'm extremely pleased with my experience.
Jennifer
February 14, 2026
Amazing! She is so kind and compassionate and will spend quality time with your pet. She really made me feel good about leaving my baby in her hands. Super communicative. Will definitely love to see her more!
Frannie
August 20, 2025
Joanna is SO GOOD with our kitty. We couldn't be more happy with how interactive she is with our cat. It is so evident Joanna loves animals from the minute we met her, and that's exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend Joanna!!
Delaney
December 30, 2025
Joanna is very reliable and communicative! My cats welcomed her very easily and they received great care!
Tessa
February 2, 2026
Joanna really cares about my kitty and totally followed every direction! Thank you so much for the great service!
Micah
December 1, 2025
Joanna was outstanding. She did an amazing job caring for our cat family!!!! Our recent vacation was worry free knowing that Joanna was looking after our three cats. She will definitely be our first choice when we need someone to take care of our cats in the future.
Staci
October 29, 2025
This was our 4th time having Joanna watch our kitties. When we get home from our trips, they barely act like we were gone. She makes sure to play with them every visit! She is great!!!!!
Jana
This month
As always Joanna was wonderful!!! My cats are always happy for her to visit — she takes Such good care of them and sends plenty of Pictures and videos! Highly recommend!
Jenna
May 2, 2025
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!
Jenna
December 19, 2024
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!
Elizabeth
December 27, 2025
We would be lost without Joanna! Our very sweet but shy cat had really taken to her. We feel very lucky to have found Joanna and cannot recommend her enough.
Jana
December 17, 2025
Joanna is so sweet to my two cats! They love when she comes to visit them!!! Shes our go to person when I am out of town!
Connor
This month
Joanna was great. Extremely communicative and caring with my two boys.
Mindy
This month
Jennifer
This month
Another stellar visit where she takes excellent care of my baby
Judith
This month
Joanna took excellent care of my two kitties! 🩷
Tessa
This month
Joanna is the best and really has me covered! I appreciate her so much!!
Jana
This month
Joanna and my cats are now BFFs! I know I can depend on her to take good care of my cats - I can go on my trips and not worry one minute about my cats!
Erin
This month
Mark
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Jnana
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Jnana
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Jennifer
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Frannie
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Robert
March 27, 2026
Giovana
March 24, 2026
Jnana
March 22, 2026
Joanna is great! she was definitely more than we could have asked for
Kristina
March 17, 2026
Mark
March 16, 2026
Samantha
March 5, 2026
Tessa
March 1, 2026
Joanna really cares about my kitty and did an amazing job taking care of her when I had to be gone for a whole week! My kitty got lots of attention and love.
Tessa
February 8, 2026
Tessa
January 31, 2026
Natasha
January 27, 2026
Natasha
January 26, 2026
Jenny
January 24, 2026
Joanna has taken care of my cats several times. She always sends lots of pictures and feedback. I never have to worry when I’m away.
Mark
January 12, 2026
Luanne
January 11, 2026
Lane
January 8, 2026
Jana
January 5, 2026
Joanna always takes such good care of my cats! They love it when she comes to visit!!!
Frannie
January 2, 2026
Jenny
December 27, 2025
Jenniver
December 27, 2025
Joanna always takes great care of my cats!
Frannie
December 4, 2025
We have hired Joanna every time we travel for the last 4 months. Literally cannot say enough good things about her and how she interacts with our cat! Joanna is so sweet, so interactive and responsive to our kitty. Couldn’t ask for a better cat sitter.
Giovana
December 1, 2025
Jenniver
November 30, 2025
Joanna always takes great care of my cats!
Frannie
November 28, 2025
Jenny
November 3, 2025
Mark
October 26, 2025
Joanna is extremely reliable and very attentive, highly recommend!
Jacqueline
October 16, 2025
Giovana
October 13, 2025
Mark
September 29, 2025
Aaron
September 15, 2025
Mark
September 2, 2025
Giovana
August 25, 2025
Giovana
August 4, 2025
Frannie
August 4, 2025
Jenna
August 2, 2025
Joanna is an amazing person and a wonderful cat sitter! Professional, friendly and absolutely wonderful with my extremely skittish scaredy cats. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Jenniver
July 29, 2025
Jenna
July 24, 2025
Joanna is fantastic! She is professional, kind and an awesome kitty care taker. I have hired her before and will hire her again because I know that she will take care of my cats like they are her own. Highly recommend!!
Giovana
July 8, 2025
Joanna was attentive to details and sent great updates/photos/videos after each visit. She was amazing with our kitties!
Mark
July 8, 2025
Jacqueline
July 2, 2025
Jacqueline
June 23, 2025
Mark
June 17, 2025
Joanna is tremendously reliable and responsive, we highly recommend her!
Jenny
May 27, 2025
Jenna
May 23, 2025
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!
Staci
May 19, 2025
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.
Mark
May 12, 2025
Joanna always goes above and beyond! She is one of Rory’s favorite humans. 😻
Jenna
May 9, 2025
Mark
April 8, 2025
Jenniver
March 30, 2025
Joanna has taken care of my cats a few times now, and we love her!
Staci
February 19, 2025
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!
Mark
February 18, 2025
Jenniver
December 29, 2024
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!
Mark
December 28, 2024
Joanna is very thoughtful and sincere, our little Rory loved her!
Heather
December 14, 2024
Jenna
December 11, 2024
Jenniver
November 30, 2024
We had a great experience with Joanna!
Chris
October 22, 2024
Joanna is sensitive and caring to our pets as if they were her own. We love and adore her for it.
Gregg
October 22, 2024
Dependable, courteous and hard working.
Meowtel
October 22, 2024
Joanna is a background-checked cat sitter in the Indianapolis area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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