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I'm Lynnette
Cat Sitting in Germantown, MD
I do have a couple side gigs which I can do on my free time, so I have pretty open availability and flexibility. I’ve cared for hundreds of cats of many breeds, ages and needs... Hi! I have been a cat lover all my life, from our family cat Linus (who lived to be 21!) to our current 3 cats, Joaquin, Ricky and Lucy. I’ve always connected with cat’s quiet ways, funny personalities and occasional need for space. I have been professionally pet sitting in the area since the end of 2018 and do it full time.
I do have a couple side gigs which I can do on my free time, so I have pretty open availability and flexibility. I’ve cared for hundreds of cats of many breeds, ages and needs. I have lots of experience giving medication to cats and can pill most any friendly cat. I particularly love shy cats and getting them to come out of their shells.
Most cats at least end up letting me see them, and it’s amazing how many remember you once you have cared for them once. I live in Germantown, MD with my husband and our 3 cats and am happy to service Germantown, Gaithersburg, Montgomery Village, Boys and Clarksburg!
Let me know a little about your cats and their needs and I look forward to meeting you!
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been a cat owner and lover all my life, but I have been professionally pet sitting since December 2018 and haven’t looked back since.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Spending times with cats and learning their individual personalities and quirks. It’s amazing how similar yet different cats are all over the world.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I have a lot, but a couple of my favorites are 2 clients that also foster and have had kittens. So getting to see all the kittens and spend some time with them is always fun! I also have 2 clients whose cats are very shy and don’t open up to other people, but they both love me. They even remember me when I haven’t seen them for months.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes 3! Joaquin (named after Joaquin Phoenix), Ricky and Lucy (named after the characters from I Love Lucy!) Ricky and Lucy are litter mates and Joaquin is the boss!
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Do your due diligence and go with your gut. I also think a shorter booking to see how the sitter works with you and your cats can be a good idea if you are worried or they need special care.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I love to come meet you and your cats before booking. I also love notes, but take them myself at the meet & greet. I also love to send detailed notes and lots of photos at my visits!
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
First at the door I always pay attention when I open it with at least one hand free to ensure no cats escape. Then just following all instructions, watching for any changes and communicating everything!
Are you usually available during holidays?
Some of them yes. My family is in Colorado so I do go there a couple times a year to see them, sometimes over the Christmas or Thanksgiving holiday’s. Most of the smaller holiday’s I am available.
What is your favorite cat toy?
The cat dancer is probably my overall favorite, I have never met a cat that wasn’t at least a little interested in it, and it’s interactive.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
Give them their space and let them come to me, I’ll sit on the floor and try to feed them food or treats with my hand when they do start to come out.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lynnette is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Kyle
This month
Lynette was great and stayed a little extra time when my kitties needed it after my apartments fire alarms started going off and helped comfort them to come back out
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Cheryl
January 8, 2026
Wonderful! My shy and spicy kitty warmed up to Lynette immediately, and she provided great care and plenty of attention. Seeing all the photos made it easier to be away without worrying!
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Ali
May 4, 2026
She was incredibly thorough in her comments after each visit and was a great fit for our more medically-needy cats! Will book her again!
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Sharon
April 6, 2026
We met Lynnette for a meet and greet on 4-4-26. We immediately liked her and both of our cats went to her for pets. We look forward to scheduling her to kitty sit for us.
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Michelle
June 24, 2025
Lynette did an amazing job with our three cats while on vacation. She is great at administering medications for cats with special needs including an inhaler. Lynette was very flexible with scheduling and adapting to last minute medical needs for our senior kitty. We loved getting thorough updates for every visit along with pictures of the fur babies. Highly recommend!
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Celia
This week
Lynnette is top notch, our 2 kitties love their buddy and all the special care, food, playtime and dedicated attention. I think they are initially disappointed to see us again, instead of her! She has been taking such thoughtful care of our cats and home; very grateful for her help. highly recommend Lynnette!
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Drop in visits rates
Lynnette's is 30%
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
Lynnette's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
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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.
Germantown cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $24.00. 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
Kyle
This month
Lynette was great and stayed a little extra time when my kitties needed it after my apartments fire alarms started going off and helped comfort them to come back out
Cheryl
January 8, 2026
Wonderful! My shy and spicy kitty warmed up to Lynette immediately, and she provided great care and plenty of attention. Seeing all the photos made it easier to be away without worrying!
Ali
May 4, 2026
She was incredibly thorough in her comments after each visit and was a great fit for our more medically-needy cats! Will book her again!
Sharon
April 6, 2026
We met Lynnette for a meet and greet on 4-4-26. We immediately liked her and both of our cats went to her for pets. We look forward to scheduling her to kitty sit for us.
Michelle
June 24, 2025
Lynette did an amazing job with our three cats while on vacation. She is great at administering medications for cats with special needs including an inhaler. Lynette was very flexible with scheduling and adapting to last minute medical needs for our senior kitty. We loved getting thorough updates for every visit along with pictures of the fur babies. Highly recommend!
Celia
This week
Lynnette is top notch, our 2 kitties love their buddy and all the special care, food, playtime and dedicated attention. I think they are initially disappointed to see us again, instead of her! She has been taking such thoughtful care of our cats and home; very grateful for her help. highly recommend Lynnette!
Silas
November 19, 2024
Lynnette was the perfect cat sitter. She took the time to understand our needs, gave meaningful attention to cat while we were gone, took the best pictures and provided detailed daily updates. I’ll definitely recommend her to others.
Rebecca
June 8, 2025
Our cats warmed up to Lynette right away, including our shy boy. She went above and beyond in caring for our cats. From the photos, it looked like our cats had a great time while we were away!
Alanna
February 19, 2025
Lynnette was exceptional. She was extremely communicative and sent a ton of photos every visit which I really appreciated. She told me exactly what she did every day and made sure I was fully updated on how my cats were doing. I am grateful to have found Lynnette, she allows me to have peace of mind when having to leave my babies.
Julia
October 21, 2025
Lynnette is the best sitter you could ask for! She is so thoughtful and thorough, making sure everything is perfect for your fur babies! She was so patient with them, and took the time to make them feel safe. I’ve never left my girls before and she took all my worry away! Will definitely work with her in the future ! Thank you so much ☺️
Sasha
This month
Lynnette helped me with my cat Bella. She sent me a lot of photos and updated me Bella’s condition in time
Celia
July 15, 2025
Our two kitties were spoiled by Lynnette..we think they are still waiting at the door for her to come and play!
Laura
This month
Celia
This month
our cats were spoiled by Lynnette and I think they want her to be their mom. :-)
Kimberly
April 6, 2026
Glenn
March 26, 2026
Celia
March 25, 2026
Cara
March 24, 2026
Bess
February 17, 2026
Sergey
January 20, 2026
Lynnette is a very good cat sitter. I will recommend to ask her service.
Bess
January 16, 2026
Celia
November 21, 2025
Great service and kitties had wonderful stay-cation fun!
Kimberly
October 17, 2025
Kimberly
August 19, 2025
Rebecca
July 14, 2025
Cynthia
September 30, 2024
Lynnette did a wonderful job with my senior kitty! I'll be booking her again next time I go away.😁
Meowtel
July 8, 2024
Lynnette is a background-checked cat sitter in the Germantown area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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