I'm Carla

Your Pawsitively Purrrfect Pet Pal

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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

Carla is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

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Your Pawsitively Purrrfect Pet Pal

I'm Carla

Cat Sitting in Whiting, IN

Hi! I’m Carla, your fur baby’s new pet pal.

With a lifelong love of animals, caring for pets isn’t just something I do. I grew up with cats and I believe pets are a part of the family. So, I treat them like they're part of my own, with patience, playfulness, and care. I have years of experience caring for cats including kittens. I also take pride in providing dependable, compassionate care tailored to each kitty's unique personality.

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Hi! I’m Carla, your fur baby’s new pet pal.

With a lifelong love of animals, caring for pets isn’t just something I do. I grew up with cats and I believe pets are a part of the family. So, I treat them like they're part of my own, with patience, playfulness, and care. I have years of experience caring for cats including kittens. I also take pride in providing dependable, compassionate care tailored to each kitty's unique personality.

Whether you need someone to check on your furry friend or just keep your fur baby company, I'm here to provide lots of love, play, and petting. I know how important your feline friend is to you as well as how important it is to feel at ease while you're away, and I’m here to make sure your cat feels safe, loved, and happy until you return.

So, get ready to receive daily hilariously cute pet pics and return to a home just as clean and inviting!

Learn More About Carla

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

What I enjoy the most is all of the smiles, fun, and laughter that comes from playing with and watching cats be silly and playful.

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

I like to have a conversation with the cat parent first to ask questions and schedule a meet and greet to get to know the cat and the needs of the pet parent more.

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

I like to take things slow and let the cat come to me. I make sure not to make any sudden movements so I don’t startle them. I also like to sit low when around them so that I’m closer to their level and they don’t perceive me as a threat. I give them the slow blink to communicate trust, comfort, and peace. Giving them treats also helps them to associate me with good things.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Ayzen

Ayzen

July 2, 2026

I had to leave home for a month and was very anxious about leaving my 2 cats. But thankfully, Carla is the best! She was so responsive and sent updates each visit while I was away. I came home to my cats all well and the sweetest welcome home gift. Highly recommend, and would book Carla again if needed!

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Kristen

Kristen

April 7, 2026

Carla is amazing!! She went so above and beyond for my cats and not only made sure to give them love and plenty of play time but also kept my house so nice and clean! she was so communicative, sent amazing photos and truly made leaving my babies a million times easier! could not recommend her enough.

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Sofia

Sofia

January 2, 2026

Carla was incredible! So communicative and kind. The cats loved her and she even left a thank you note and some printed photos of our cats for us on her last day.

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Valentina

Valentina

This month

Carla was so attentive!! Our cats looked so happy in the pictures she sent and when we got home, you could just tell how well they had been taken care of!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Anthony

Anthony

December 28, 2025

Great personality, great caretaker; followed all my instructions, good communicator, left me a happy cat!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Anthony

Anthony

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.00 / 20min
$50.00 / 45min
$75.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$100.00 / 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.

Whiting cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $37.00. 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!

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