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I'm Oleander

A cat sitter in Springfield, MA

5.00/5.00
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I'm Oleander | Cat Sitting in Springfield, MA

Hi, I’m Oli! I’m an artist and all-around goofy and laid-back guy who loves animals of all kinds, and especially cats! I’ve owned cats my whole life, and my boyfriend and I currently own two lovely cats, Zuko and Azula. I’m big into understanding animal behavior and I know that cats need extra time and patience to truly get comfortable with you, and I’m more than happy to give that. I’ve been able to befriend most cats I’ve met and I’m always happy to meet them on their terms. Azula, our younger cat, was actually feral when we found her living under our porch with her sister and mother, and we took in the two kittens and socialized them over about two months. In this time, I learned first hand how to work with ...

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love meeting new cats and discovering their individual personalities! Every cat is so different, and it’s so special to meet all these little furry people and see what makes them tick and how they interact with the world around them!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Our cats are named Zuko and Azula, after the characters from Avatar: The Last Airbender! Zuko is a 9-year-old big gray tabby with lots of opinions ans grumpiness, and Azula is a 2-year-old tiny black cat with tons of energy and personality! She keeps him active and he keeps her groomed!

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

As someone who has socialized feral cats, I know some cats need extra time and patience. I always get down on the cat’s level and extend a hand for them to sniff, speak softly and move gently, and I never encroach on their space or corner them. I let them take their time and act on their terms until they feel more comfortable!

Oleander's Reviews

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October 16, 2024
Briyanna

Oleander is the cat dad of cats, their passionate love and care for animals such as dogs, snakes, rats, the like is something to look up to. They are responsible, never left a cage dirty, nor a bowl empty. Each animal they've owned has a vet and the proper care plan they abide to. I trust Oleander to own my cat if something were to happen to me; and my cat doesn't like many people. They are a hard-worker who values integrity, morality, responsibility, and honesty. You want someone who is going to care for your animal the same way you would your own, and Oleander is the person to do that.

October 16, 2024
Evelyn

Lovely being able to work with Oleander. The only person I feel comfortable sitting my cats. Great communication skills, and is extremely friendly to both clients as well as pets. Never met anyone more friendly or trustworthy. My cats are in safe hands with him and I know yours will be as well.

October 16, 2024
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Oleander's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Foster Parent

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

Frequently Asked Questions

Springfield cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $30.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

The Big-Softie Punk Cat Guy
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