I'm Natasha

Name: Natasha's Happy Cats
Address: Melrose, MA, 02176, US
Rating: 5.00

Natasha's Happy Cats

5.00

66 Reviews

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14 Repeat clients

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I'm Natasha

Natasha's Happy Cats

Melrose, MA

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

Natasha is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

You aren't charged until Natasha confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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I'm Natasha

Cat Sitting in Melrose, MA

🐈 Personal Experience

Hi! I’m Natasha, and I’ve had cats in my family since I was 6 years old. As an only child, my family’s three cats were my first best friends. I lost the last of my three cats to a 6-year battle against chronic kidney disease in June 2021. He was 20 years old when he passed, and I still think of him everyday.

I am gentle and patient and understand that animals, especially cats, have boundaries. I also understand how important a calm and clean environment is to our feline companions. At each of my cat sitting visits, you can expect me to:

• clean and... 🐈 Personal Experience

Hi! I’m Natasha, and I’ve had cats in my family since I was 6 years old. As an only child, my family’s three cats were my first best friends. I lost the last of my three cats to a 6-year battle against chronic kidney disease in June 2021. He was 20 years old when he passed, and I still think of him everyday.

I am gentle and patient and understand that animals, especially cats, have boundaries. I also understand how important a calm and clean environment is to our feline companions. At each of my cat sitting visits, you can expect me to:

• clean and fill the food and water bowls
• scoop out the litter box
• play with your cat using their favorite toys
• give your cat lots of hugs and cuddles (if they want!)
• groom your cat as directed/needed
• administer any medications or fluids as needed
• clean up any messes made by your cat
• send you detailed updates with photos
• care for your cat as if they were my own 💕

💼 Occupation
Outside of being a cat-lover and parent, I am a Research Scientist at Northeastern University. My research focuses on developing technologies to help families of children with autism.

⏰ Schedule
I live in the Melrose/Malden area and am willing to travel up to 25 min by car or 30 min by public transit to your home.

Thanks for considering my services as your cat-sitter. I look forward to meeting you and making another purrfect friend! 😺

Learn More About Natasha

What is your favorite cat toy?

I have an almost 100% success rate entertaining cats with a long-reaching feather wand 😺 But my favorite cat toy is whatever your cat is interested in!

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

I respect boundaries, cats and humans alike! I understand that some cats can be fearful and anxious around new humans and give them time to get accustomed to my scent, voice, and presence. I also try to offer them food or a treat. Patience is important.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

I'm Natasha

Natasha's Happy Cats

Melrose, MA

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

Natasha is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

You aren't charged until Natasha confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

Check if Natasha services your area

Good news! Natasha covers your area.

Unfortunately, Natasha does not cover your area right meow.

5.00

66 reviews

5.0

Attention to Detail

5.0

Communication

5.0

Tidiness

Maria

July 7, 2026

Natasha took wonderful care of my cat, Meatball, while I was away. She was incredibly kind and followed all of the care instructions I left with great attention to detail, which gave me so much peace of mind. During every visit, she communicated promptly and sent detailed updates, so I always knew how Meatball was doing. She also went above and beyond by bringing all of my packages inside, which I really appreciated. It’s clear that Natasha genuinely cares about both the pets and their owners. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and caring pet sitter, and I will definitely book her again in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Response from Natasha

Thank you for your kind words, Maria! 🩷

Victor

February 27, 2025

Took great care of our cat River. River really liked Natasha based on the videos she sent. lots of purrs

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Natasha

Thank you for your nice review, Victor! River is a sweetheart! 🩶

James

April 10, 2023

Natasha was attentive to my two cats different needs. Asterisk is outgoing and playful and Ampersand is shy and hides under the bed when strangers come. She spent time playing with Asterisk and reached out to Ampersand and even made some progress with him, getting him out from under the bed at a distance.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Kyla

June 26, 2024

Natasha did a wonderful job taking care of our cat while we were gone for almost a week. She responded quickly to our request and was able to accommodate a last-minute change to our reservation. Natasha visited our boy at regular times, updated us on his feeding and behavior, and provided many photos and videos while we were away.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Natasha

Thank you, Kyla! Kuzco was such a good boy and an absolute pleasure to hang out with. 🧡

Owen

June 16, 2024

I had a last minute trip and Natasha was able to make it work. our kitty is quite anxious and shy with new people, and she was calm with Natasha! I highly recommend her services

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Natasha

Thank you, Owen! It was a pleasure to look after Rory. 💗

Victoria

April 11, 2024

Natasha was everything we could have hoped for! she was quick to respond and gave detailed updates when she was with our kitty. she also took so many cute photos and videos which we loved! she stayed on top of his meds and litter box and cleaned up any messes he made. would 100% book Natasha again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.25 / 20min

$50.75 / 45min

Calendar updated 7 days ago

Natasha's is 30%

Overnight Availability

Natasha's Holiday Surcharge Applies

Schedule Constraints

Please note that due to my increasingly busy work schedule, I can no longer accommodate 60-min visits on weekdays. Thank you for your interest and understanding! 💛

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325,000+
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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.

Melrose cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. 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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