I'm Sonika
Patient And Gentle Cat Sitter
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Sonika is experienced with 2 types of medications
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I'm Sonika
Cat Sitting in Gaithersburg, MD
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love the experience of forming a connection with each cat and earning their trust. Every cat has their own personality and way of showing affection, and I love discovering what makes them feel safe and happy. It’s so rewarding when a shy cat starts to warm up, or when a playful one greets me like an old friend. I also enjoy keeping their routines consistent and seeing how relaxed and content they are while their family is away. Knowing I can make them feel secure brings me so much joy.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two kitties, 5 Y/o void Shadow and 1 y/o tabby Cleo. They’re the absolute love of my life and have opposing personalities. Shadow is incredibly confident and loves being around people whereas Cleo is a lot more quiet and anxious. Their common ground is food so I make sure to use their favorite treats to reward play time.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
When I first got Cleo, she was incredibly anxious and is still very timid. I make sure that I give her a lot of space and treats (she loves kibble). I also have the apartment surrounded with her favorite toys and I make sure that she is feeling confident and happy by being well fed and playing around.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Sonika is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Francisco
December 29, 2025
Sonika is terrific! She even made friends with our very shy kitty!!
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Angela
May 5, 2026
Sonika took excellent care of our two cats. We got pictures and videos every day and we were able to enjoy our time away knowing our kitties were so well looked after.
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Sergey
March 12, 2026
Kimberly
January 5, 2026
Christina
December 30, 2025
Kayri
November 30, 2025
There is no bigger fan of cats than Sonika. She is dedicated in tailoring her approach to cat care for each cat, understanding that they all have different quirks. She is easy to communicate with, reliable, and always brightens your day. Choosing Sonika to cat sit will ensure you have a smooth, worry-free experience, and your cat will make a new friend!
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Drop in visits rates
Sonika's is 20%
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
Sonika's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Gaithersburg cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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!
Rating breakdown
Francisco
December 29, 2025
Sonika is terrific! She even made friends with our very shy kitty!!
Angela
May 5, 2026
Sonika took excellent care of our two cats. We got pictures and videos every day and we were able to enjoy our time away knowing our kitties were so well looked after.
Sergey
March 12, 2026
Kimberly
January 5, 2026
Christina
December 30, 2025
Kayri
November 30, 2025
There is no bigger fan of cats than Sonika. She is dedicated in tailoring her approach to cat care for each cat, understanding that they all have different quirks. She is easy to communicate with, reliable, and always brightens your day. Choosing Sonika to cat sit will ensure you have a smooth, worry-free experience, and your cat will make a new friend!
Shubshri
November 30, 2025
Meowtel
November 30, 2025
Sonika is a background-checked cat sitter in the Gaithersburg area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)