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Jackie's Cat Sitting

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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

Jackie is experienced with 6 types of medications

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

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Jackie's Cat Sitting

I'm Jackie

Cat Sitting in Cambridge, MA

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Hello everyone!
Can’t wait to meet you and your kitties! I absolutely love being around cats 😻I grew up with cats and have had multiple cats as an adult. I currently have 5 cats, Harley(9), Peachy(4), Jormi (7), Bonks (2) and Levi (9 months).

I volunteer as Feline Manager at a local shelter. I started on their cat care team 3 years ago and started working with the adoption team a little over 1 year ago...
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Hello everyone!
Can’t wait to meet you and your kitties! I absolutely love being around cats 😻I grew up with cats and have had multiple cats as an adult. I currently have 5 cats, Harley(9), Peachy(4), Jormi (7), Bonks (2) and Levi (9 months).

I volunteer as Feline Manager at a local shelter. I started on their cat care team 3 years ago and started working with the adoption team a little over 1 year ago. I have really enjoyed my time volunteering at the animal shelter and have learned so much about cats and their behavior.

**I live in Somerville so mostly looking to cat sit in the city. I work another job Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday so not able to accommodate any midday visits those days. I can accomodate morning and/or evening visits either close to home (Somerville) or work (Beacon Hill).**

It’s hard for me leaving my cats when I go on vacation so I always make sure to take great care of other peoples cats while they are away! I love sending pictures/videos and daily updates while I am with the kitties.

Please reach out with any questions, can’t wait to hear from you!

Learn More About Jackie

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

I started catsitting for neighbors and friends about 10 years ago and have been doing it professionally for about 5 years. I have been a volunteer at a local animal shelter since 2021 and working with the cats there has helped me learn so much more. I have been able to learn a lot about cat behavior, body language and reading their cues which has become so helpful as a cat sitter. I am now the shelters Feline Manager so work very closely with all of the cats and the volunteer cat team.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes! I am usually available during holidays. I love spending the holidays cat sitting. I am usually very busy during the holidays so definitely a good idea to book early 😉😻

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

With timid or anxious cats, I always like to take things slow and at the kitties pace. If a cat doesn’t seem like they wants to be approached, I’ll let them be. I never want to scare or push a cat who doesn’t want to interact. I find that sitting down on the floor is less intimidating and I always make sure a cat has a clear path to walk away if they choose. If a shy kitty approaches me I always start by letting them sniff my finger. One of my favorite things is when a shy kitty is able to trust/warm up to me, but I will never expect this from a cat and always respect their boundaries!


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer

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Kat

Kat

December 12, 2025

jackie was great - she sent me daily updates on my kitties and even left a detailed progress report for me when i got back! she made sure to get in as much as possible in her 45 minutes, giving them food, treats, and playing with them. i’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who truly cares :)

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Jeremy

Jeremy

This month

I'm so grateful to have Jackie to rely on when I'm away for two or three days, or more than a week at a time. She takes care of all the essentials and makes sure my Lainey does not feel too lonely. She keeps me updated with pictures and videos of feeding and playtime so that I am always confident Lainey is getting the attention she deserves!

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Bia Erika

November 14, 2025

Jackie did a wonderful job taking care of Frida, Winnie, and Theo. She administered Frida's insulin 2x a day, which gave us peace of mind knowing her medical needs were being handled properly.

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Laura

Laura

May 22, 2025

this is only the second time we've had kackie watch our cat, and she is amazing!!! our little guy is very shy and needs medication 2x a day. not only is she slowly gaining his trust, but she is great at giving medication and thinking of innovative ways to give it if the cat is shy like ours!!! love jackie!

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Shauna

Shauna

May 11, 2025

FANTASTIC!!! On a scale of 1 to 5, Jackie was a Perfect 10. Every visit, she sent me photos and video clips of Nacho (my kitty), who clearly adored her--the photos showed him totally relaxed on Jackie's lap, snoozing, grooming, or "making biscuits," leaning into all of Jackie's petting, and purring like a maniac :), or running around playing, batting his toys all over the place. Along with the photos & videos, Jackie provided quick updates on how the visit went. I could relax during my trip, knowing that Jackie was taking such good care of Nacho--really engaging with him. Plus, on her last visit, Jackie left an overall "Report Card" covering important measures like his eating, drinking & litterbox habits, mood & playtime. I'm already booking her to care for Nacho during my next trip!

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Cory

Cory

August 5, 2025

Both fearful kitties came out, which is a huge accomplishment since they don't typically even show their faces to anyone not in the household. Well taken care of!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$32.75 / 20min
$56.50 / 45min
$74.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$108.50 / 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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  • Somerville, MA cat care from Kyle, with Lovely boys named Bunbun and Biscuit (diabetic, daily insulin shots). Handles topical ointments, eye/ear drops, pills, injections, and subcutaneous fluids. Usually weekends, holidays, and overnight. Very fast responses, accepts new clients. 😺

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  • Mikah delivers detailed visit updates with photos and videos, fast response, and a new-client discount 🐾. She feeds, scoops, and plays with wand toys to boost hunting instincts. Handles meds like eye/ear drops and pills. Loves cats Kara and Biber. Usually weekends & holidays, accepts new clients.

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  • Kaylee in Allston, MA brings cozy, gentle visits for Maisie and Honey, plus care for shy kitties. flexible schedule for visits, holidays and weekends, and accepts new clients. Handles topical ointments, eye/ear drops, pills, inhalers, with CPR/Heimlich skills. 🐱🐾

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    Kara in South Boston, MA brings big-cat confidence and hands-on diabetes care, including insulin via syringe and injections. Background-checked, very fast to respond, accepts new clients, and usually works weekends and holidays. 🐱 Updates plus a meet-and-greet help nervous cats settle. 🐾

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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.

Cambridge cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $30.00. 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!

5.00
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