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I'm Jared
Cat Sitting in Hyattsville, MD
In... I’m a lifelong lover of cats. I’ve owned cats all my life, and currently have 2 wonderful kitties named Dove and Winter who just turned 5! I’ve had them since they were kittens, and they are the friendliest cats you’ll ever meet! They both go right up to people they’ve just met to say hi.
In addition to owning cats, I’ve looked after many other people’s cats over the years. Whenever I meet new cat, I make it my mission to be their friend (on their terms, of course). Even if they aren’t ready to make friends yet, I’m perfectly happy sitting nearby and letting them get comfortable.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have owned cats my whole life, and have been cat sitting for friends and family for over 20 years
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting and befriending new kitties, especially when they’re shy at first. Once we’ve gotten to know each other, I love just hanging out with them and playing with their favorite toys with them.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
It’s hard to pick just one! I’ve sat for a lot of fantastic kitties! Some of my favorites include a fluffy senior boy who loves to be brushed, a black and white kitty who lets me hold her like a baby, a beautiful black kitty who sits on my lap for a treat each visit, and two tuxedos who took a little time to warm up to me, but were affectionate lap kitties by the end of the reservation.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two wonderful cats of my own, named Dove and Winter. Winter is very social, and loves to meet new people. Dove is more reserved, but she’ll also go right up to a new person and demand their full attention.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
There’s no such thing as too much information! I leave a full page of instructions for caring for my own kitties when I hire a sitter. Anything you think I need to know about your kitties, please share it with me.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
If you’ve never owned cats before, it’s important to remember that all cats are different. It may take some time for the kitty to get adjusted to their new surroundings. Its also important to pay attention to the kitty’s behavior. Sometimes what may seem like bad behavior is actually the kitty trying to tell you something.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
Attentiveness is key. Cats love to get into places and things that they aren’t supposed to, and it’s our job to keep them safe and out of trouble.
What is your favorite cat toy?
I love laser pointers, crinkle toys, soft toys with catnip inside, jumping fish and bird toys, feather wands, cat caves, exercise wheels, and cat trees with dangling attachments
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I let them come to me. If the cat doesn’t feel comfortable or safe, I don’t want to make things worse. I will happily sit nearby and let them decide if they want to come closer. Treats, used sparingly, also help.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jared is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Karen
This month
Jared was great and helped us enormously by alerting us to a flood in our basement. He then was willing to work with us to check the remediation equipment so we could continue our vacation after we flew back to deal with the crisis. Extremely responsive and reliable. We'll book again.
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Christopher
February 18, 2026
Jared checked in on Elvira twice a day for 9 days, and took such wonderful care of her! Elvira’s a shy girl, but she became friends with Jared super quick!! He was very attentive to her playtime needs and entertainment, and even showed me some tricks that made mealtime more enticing to Elvira. As long as he’s available, we’d love for him to be our go-to cat sitter :)
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Tabatha
May 10, 2026
Jared was a great sitter for my kitty! I felt slightly nervous leaving her considering she’d been prescribed a new medication the day before, but Jared handled her medications and care changes with ease. He is professional and kind. Would definitely book again!
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Trace
May 5, 2026
Jared did a nice job taking care of Toastie during the two drop-in visits. During the meet and greet, Toastie was comfortable with him, and it was clear that Jared is good with cats. He was friendly, responsible, and communicative, keeping us updated. He also followed the instructions for food and medicine, which is important since Toastie is on a restrictive diet. We would book him again.
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Mark
March 1, 2026
My wife and I had our first long vacation planned since adopting our cats, we were a bit stressed wondering how they would be while we were gone. From day 1 of our reservation, did 2x a day, our stress level went immediately down with Jared. Every visit was communicated well, with detailed updates along with pictures. We were gone for 2 full weeks and there wasn’t a single day we were worried. Coming home both cats were happy and healthy and our apartment was kept clean from all the messes cats can make. Really nice coming home from a trip and having 0 cat mess to clean right away! Jared went above and beyond every step. Would definitely recommend Jared, and we will be looking to book him in the future again.
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Ann Catherine
February 23, 2026
Jared was a terrific sitter! He took such good care of my two cats while I was away for the weekend!! I felt totally at ease leaving them in his care. I came back to a clean apartment which was amazing!! He gave me great visit summaries and took lots of pictures which I loved!! He also had no problem following my difficult instructions to get my key!! I will 100% be using Jared again!!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Jared's is 15%
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
Jared's holiday surcharge is 15%.
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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.
Hyattsville cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $28.00. 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
Karen
This month
Jared was great and helped us enormously by alerting us to a flood in our basement. He then was willing to work with us to check the remediation equipment so we could continue our vacation after we flew back to deal with the crisis. Extremely responsive and reliable. We'll book again.
Christopher
February 18, 2026
Jared checked in on Elvira twice a day for 9 days, and took such wonderful care of her! Elvira’s a shy girl, but she became friends with Jared super quick!! He was very attentive to her playtime needs and entertainment, and even showed me some tricks that made mealtime more enticing to Elvira. As long as he’s available, we’d love for him to be our go-to cat sitter :)
Tabatha
May 10, 2026
Jared was a great sitter for my kitty! I felt slightly nervous leaving her considering she’d been prescribed a new medication the day before, but Jared handled her medications and care changes with ease. He is professional and kind. Would definitely book again!
Trace
May 5, 2026
Jared did a nice job taking care of Toastie during the two drop-in visits. During the meet and greet, Toastie was comfortable with him, and it was clear that Jared is good with cats. He was friendly, responsible, and communicative, keeping us updated. He also followed the instructions for food and medicine, which is important since Toastie is on a restrictive diet. We would book him again.
Mark
March 1, 2026
My wife and I had our first long vacation planned since adopting our cats, we were a bit stressed wondering how they would be while we were gone. From day 1 of our reservation, did 2x a day, our stress level went immediately down with Jared. Every visit was communicated well, with detailed updates along with pictures. We were gone for 2 full weeks and there wasn’t a single day we were worried. Coming home both cats were happy and healthy and our apartment was kept clean from all the messes cats can make. Really nice coming home from a trip and having 0 cat mess to clean right away! Jared went above and beyond every step. Would definitely recommend Jared, and we will be looking to book him in the future again.
Ann Catherine
February 23, 2026
Jared was a terrific sitter! He took such good care of my two cats while I was away for the weekend!! I felt totally at ease leaving them in his care. I came back to a clean apartment which was amazing!! He gave me great visit summaries and took lots of pictures which I loved!! He also had no problem following my difficult instructions to get my key!! I will 100% be using Jared again!!
Paige
February 21, 2026
Jared couldn’t have been better and connected with my kitty from the moment they met to every single second after! He always sent the cutest pics and kept me updated on everything (food/water/etc) and was always so communicative. Truly the best first Meowtel booking I could have wished for and I cannot recommend this man enough!!!
Ariel
April 27, 2026
Jared was great! It was my first time booking a Meowtel, and I felt much better after we had a meet and greet. He sent great notes and photos daily, plus he was willing and able to give 2x a day eye ointment for a kitty eye infection that popped up right before my scheduled trip. Thank you!
Tracy
November 14, 2025
Jared was awesome! Both of our cats can be skittish around strangers but they took to him right away. He also gave us plenty of updates and was able to help medicate using an inhaler twice a day. We will definitely hire him in the future again.
Thomas
This month
Jared was simply amazing. I had never used Meowtel before, but relying on friends to check on Alroy had started to come with forgotten visits and the occasional empty water bowl. After reading Jared’s reviews, meeting him in person, and walking through everything together, it was immediately clear that I had made the best possible decision. The daily updates, thoughtful photos, and consistent communication gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. I honestly don't think I've ever felt more at ease leaving Alroy in someone else's care. My only hesitation in giving Jared five stars is that it means I'll have even more competition trying to book him in the future. Highly recommend!
Milena
This month
Jared was wonderful and he took care of my boys. My one cat is very skittish and didn’t come out so he made sure to put the food in the back so he would get to eat. He took care to of the litter and tried To get my meds in my cat, which is no small feat. I would definitely recommend him again!
Molly
May 19, 2026
Super reliant and consistently kept me updated on how my cat was doing! He also wanted to ensure that he knew where to get stuff, where to throw out litter, and how much my cat should eat. Would get him again next time!
Beth
January 2, 2026
Jared took exceptional care of my cats — one indoor & one outdoor, and stayed with them in my home for a week. He sent daily detailed updates in the mornings and evenings with photos, which I appreciated, and took care show them attention. I would definitely ask him to house & cat sit again.
Raaya
December 27, 2025
Jared did an amazing job taking care of my diabetic kitty and was super great at sending me timely updates while I was out of the country! Binx enjoyed his company and definitely appreciated having someone so caring taking care of her while I was gone!
Lisa
December 1, 2025
Jared was super great with my cat. He gave her space at first while she got comfortable and then she wanted so many pets from him. He followed our instructions well and left the apartment in great shape. He went above and beyond with pictures and updates! Will definitely use again.
Ashley
October 27, 2025
This was our first time using this app, and first time having a cat sitter outside of family. Jared was very nice and even got our stranger-skittish kitty to take treats from him! We had two 20-min visits for a day and he sent us lots of pictures both time. Would 100% recommend this app and Jared for any in the area!
Michael
October 13, 2025
Jared did a great job. He sent a ton of pix and a long summary of his visit every day. He was very conscientious about the litter boxes. He is clearly very loving with our cats, and they all seemed to warm up to him, even the shy one. highly recommend!
Alexia
December 9, 2025
Jared watched over our kitties while we were away for the week, and I can’t recommend him enough! Our cats loved him and his company! He was very communicative with us (which we greatly appreciate) and our cats warmed up to him very quickly. He was also on top of medication treatments for our girl with asthma. Overall, Jared is a very professional and experienced cat sitter, and we’ll definitely be looking to book him in the future!
Caitlin
May 30, 2026
Jared was wonderful with our cat Tookie! From the very first meet-and-greet, it was clear he loves cats and knows how to make them feel at ease. Tookie can be a bit shy with new people, but Jared was patient, calm, and let her warm up on her own terms. He sent regular updates and photos throughout the stay, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. Thank you!
Maureen
May 26, 2026
This was our first time leaving our cat since adopting him, so we were nervous - but Jared did an awesome job!! He was on time, followed all instructions perfectly, and sent lots of photos and detailed updates. We’re very happy our kitty was so well cared for, and we will continue to book Jared for our upcoming trips!
Maya
April 18, 2026
Jared was very communicative and flexible with meeting my kitties beforehand to see if we’d be a good fit. he clearly has lots of experience with cats and knows how to make them as comfortable as possible.
Megan
April 6, 2026
Jared did a great job with our cat Pepe while we were away for the week. I really appreciated the daily updates and pics of Pepe! When we got home Pepe was great and everything had been well cared for. The updates gave me great peace of mind and meant I could really enjoy our vacation.
Estevan
February 17, 2026
Jared was very communicative and excellent with the cats! He provided detailed updates and photos for each visit. Highly recommend, would book again with him.
Nataly
January 11, 2026
Jared was very responsive, communicative, and detailed in how Vanta was doing during his visits. I felt confident that she was being taken care of well. She's an extreme scaredy cat, so it's hard for strangers to get a glimpse of her, but Jared made sure to snap a picture every time he stopped by. I highly recommend booking Jared, he is wonderful to work with. I plan to book Jared in the future 100%!
Catherine
October 14, 2025
Jared was the first sitter I’ve used with Meowtel and I would definitely use him again, he sent lots of pictures and updates on how our cat was doing which we appreciated. Our cat Bunny can be a little bit shy but she warmed right up to him.
Bridget
March 21, 2026
Jared was absolutely amazing with our two cats, Mac and Cheese! From the moment we left, we felt completely at ease knowing they were in such great hands. He was attentive, reliable, and clearly has a genuine love for animals. He kept us updated with messages and photos, which made being away so much easier. Mac and Cheese looked happy, relaxed, and well cared for the entire time—honestly, I think they barely missed us! We came home to two very content cats and everything in perfect order. Jared went above and beyond, and we couldn’t recommend him more highly. We will definitely be booking with him again! 🐾
Aaron
December 1, 2025
This was my second time booking with Jared and my first time leaving my cat for one week. Jared kept me reassured that my cat Flora was doing well, even though I grew anxious while I was visiting family for Thanksgiving, since I had never been away from Flora this long. I am grateful to have Jared as my go-to cat sitter.
Laura
December 1, 2025
Jared tried his best with my challenging cat who did not want to take her medicine. I really appreciate his perseverance!
Aaron
October 13, 2025
Jared got along super well with my cat Flora and was really attentive! I found myself looking forward to his photo updates of Flora during my weekend trip.
Lea
December 28, 2025
Jared did a great job watching my cat! He was communicative and sent a summary of each visit with lots photos and videos. He and my cat got along well - in fact, my cat was in a great mood when I got back from traveling, which is not always the case lol. I would definitely book Jared again!
Kristin
October 20, 2025
Despite being a very last minute booking, Jared was the right man for the job. When I returned, my kitties were all happy and healthy. Jared sent updates every day along with really great photos. I will definitely be hiring Jared again in the future.
Ashley
December 15, 2025
Jared kept us informed throughout the couple days we left our cats in his care. He is very considerate and also takes good pictures of the cats.
Lindsay
November 21, 2025
Jared was so wonderful, sent very thourough updates and pictures. I hate leaving my babies when we travel but I knew they were in good hands with Jared.
Leah
November 11, 2025
We were very satisfied with Jared's care for our two kitties. He sent lots of pictures, communicated well, and kept things tidy. We will definitely use him again.
Catherine Terrell
April 27, 2026
Jared was fantastic. The conscientious care he provided, including administering a daily topical medication, were top notch and he communicated with every visit. We will definitely request his services again through Meowtel.
Patrick
This month
Jared was very friendly and did a good job taking care of our cat. He was always on time and put in the effort to make our cat get comfortable with him. Our little guy is pretty shy at first, but Jared was able to get him comfortable. He provided solid updates with each visit. Much appreciated!
Chelsea
May 18, 2026
This was my first time using Meowtel and I was so pleased and so was my Charlie! Jared took great care of Charlie and he was happy and healthy when I returned. Jared was very communicative and sent so many photo updates! I'll definitely be booking with him again!
Christin
January 7, 2026
Jared was very communicative throughout the process and took exceptionally good care of our two cats. Would definitely book again and will recommend to our friends in the area!
Madison
January 3, 2026
Jared was incredibly reliable! He was great with my kitty and made sure to send pictures and updates. He’s also incredibly patient! I would definitely recommend Jared’s work and would work with him again in the future!
Michael
January 20, 2026
Jared is a great cat sitter. he’s very attentive, and our kitties love him. he also takes great pix of the cats, which is an added touch. Highly recommend him.
Karen
This month
Jared took great care of our Leo. He communicated with us on a timely manner and shared daily updates during his visits. We felt very at ease knowing Leo was in good habds. We are truly grateful to Jared and can’t recommend him enough!
Drew
May 20, 2026
Jared was great! He came over ahead of time to meet our cat and make sure he understood what was expected. He was prompt and communicative and took great care of our little critter. Would definitely hire again.
Jennifer
This month
It was a pleasure to have Jared watch my cat! He communicated regularly with updates and photos, followed instructions, and began to develop a close bond with my cat. He also watered my plants, which was wonderful. I highly recommend Jared.
Katie
This month
Jared watched my cat every day for 3 months. He was attentive, caring and very communicative. Sesame was very happy and loved her time with him.
Lucy
April 18, 2026
Jared was awesome! He was very responsive to messages and extremely thorough with the instructions I gave him.
Rebeca
February 26, 2026
Jared was very flexible with us with a last minute request! took great care of our kitties and they seemed happy when we got home :) thank you
Jeremy
February 16, 2026
Jared took good care of my cat’s care while I was away and provided prompt updates. I really appreciated his help and would certainly book again!
Adrin
This week
Jared was great, professional and really let us know how she was doing. I would definitely request him again and felt like I was leaving my girl in good hands!
Lea
This week
Jared has cat-sit for me multiple times and has been great! He is communicative and keeps me updated with my pictures during his visits. He seems to get along great with my cat as well. I would definitely recommend him if you’re looking for a cat sitter.
Jason
May 5, 2026
Great cat sitter. Provided timely updates so we knew all is well.
Bridget
May 31, 2026
Jared did a fantastic job taking care of our cats, Mac and Cheese, while we were away. He was reliable, communicative, and gave us peace of mind knowing they were in great hands. We came home to two happy, well-cared-for cats and everything exactly as we left it. We would absolutely recommend Jared and will definitely use him again!
Kristy
March 16, 2026
Responsive, provides great updates, follows instructions, and you can tell genuinely cares about your kitties!
Jack
This week
Karen
This month
Third time having Jared care for our kitties and all went well.
Jack
This month
Helen
This month
Amazing cat sitter! Will definitely rehire anytime my cats are in need!
Trevor
This month
Maureen
This month
Bridget
This month
Christin
This month
Lea
This month
Estevan
This month
We've used Jared a few times now. He is great. Very responsive to messages and excellent with the kitties. Excellent job and we will use him again.
Jonathan
This month
Karen
May 28, 2026
Jared was responsive and took great care of our kitties.
Alisha
May 27, 2026
Catherine Terrell
May 25, 2026
Jared was kind, reliable and communicative as always.
Andrew
May 25, 2026
Brenda
May 15, 2026
Maya
May 14, 2026
Lori
May 9, 2026
Marc
April 19, 2026
Leah
April 5, 2026
Christin
March 26, 2026
Our second time using Jared as a kitty sitter, continues to provide excellent care! Highly recommend!
Brianna
March 24, 2026
Tom
March 20, 2026
Haressh
March 19, 2026
Ann Catherine
March 18, 2026
Kristy
March 15, 2026
Ann Catherine
March 14, 2026
Ann Catherine
March 11, 2026
Jeremy
March 9, 2026
Trevor
March 9, 2026
Lindsay
February 22, 2026
Marc
January 24, 2026
Michael
January 13, 2026
Ashley
January 11, 2026
Marc
January 9, 2026
Jared was fantastic and showed my little buddy much love while I was away
Kimberly
January 7, 2026
Jared was communicative, professional, and did a great job taking care of our three cats!
Victoria
January 5, 2026
Kristy
January 4, 2026
Cares about your kitties and good attention to detail. Will book again
Ruth Ann
December 29, 2025
Jared was amazing! I needed someone to watch my cat over the holiday week and Jared was great with my cat and very responsive. I know my cat can’t wait to see Jared next time I go on vacation - I will def book again.
Aaron
December 23, 2025
Ryan
November 28, 2025
Neelam
November 3, 2025
Highly recommend Jared! He was great with our cats. Very respectful of our home. Will definitely use Jared again in the future.
Allyson
October 1, 2025
Jared is a trustworthy person who will care deeply for your cat. I highly recommend him.
Ian
October 1, 2025
I can speak to Jared's grace under pressure and his friendly demeanor in the face of adversity. He is a big-time feline lover who spoils his kitties with love and affection at every opportunity. I have three cats of my own and would trust Jared to sit with them!
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October 1, 2025
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