I'm Joyce
Kitty Cuddles
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Joyce is experienced with 1 type of medications
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I'm Joyce
Cat Sitting in Somerville, MA
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Being able to give cats extra attention when their parents are busy! And being able to get some relaxation for myself of course!
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Make sure to get along with the sitter to make sure communication is easy and to see if they will get along with your cat.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
Decide if the time commitment and location is feasible and I like to meet the cat with their parent so that they feel more comfortable!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Joyce is experienced with 1 type of medications
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Lisa
April 5, 2026
Joyce was great at caring for both our cats and dealing with their distinct personalities. it was great knowing thatshe had met the cats, understood the extra care each desired and was able to deal with an outside litterbox accident that our boy made.
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Winston
August 22, 2026
Joyce was fantastic. She was able to figure out how to give my picky cat meds and was reliable. Will use again.
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Nancy J
June 5, 2026
After meeting Joyce, I felt very comfortable having her care for our 4 cats. She has a quiet, unassuming way which made all the cats feel safe. I would highly recommend her .
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Cristina
April 29, 2026
Working with Joyce was smooth and very effective. She looked after our picky cat with care and patience, and made the effort to interact despite our cat not being very social.
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Ally
September 8, 2026
Ally
July 22, 2026
We hired Joyce for the weekend and she was wonderful with our boy! Will book again!
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Joyce's is 10%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Joyce's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Somerville 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!
Rating breakdown
Lisa
April 5, 2026
Joyce was great at caring for both our cats and dealing with their distinct personalities. it was great knowing thatshe had met the cats, understood the extra care each desired and was able to deal with an outside litterbox accident that our boy made.
Winston
August 22, 2026
Joyce was fantastic. She was able to figure out how to give my picky cat meds and was reliable. Will use again.
Nancy J
June 5, 2026
After meeting Joyce, I felt very comfortable having her care for our 4 cats. She has a quiet, unassuming way which made all the cats feel safe. I would highly recommend her .
Cristina
April 29, 2026
Working with Joyce was smooth and very effective. She looked after our picky cat with care and patience, and made the effort to interact despite our cat not being very social.
Ally
September 8, 2026
Ally
July 22, 2026
We hired Joyce for the weekend and she was wonderful with our boy! Will book again!
Marlene
May 18, 2026
Kanny
April 4, 2026
Meowtel
March 7, 2026
Joyce is a background-checked cat sitter in the Somerville area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.