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I'm Melissa

A cat sitter in Odenton, MD

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I'm Melissa | Cat Sitting in Odenton, MD

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Learn More About Melissa

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I currently have two cats of my own at home. Alpa is a sweet and outgoing tabby girl and Kodos is a playful and goofy tuxedo boy. I adopted them about a year apart and they quickly grew to be best friends, frequently playing and cuddling together. I feel so lucky that they are a part of my family!

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I like to do a meet and greet before working with a new client. I want to learn more about the cat(s) and their likes and dislikes, and it's also important for me to see their environment and where the litter boxes, food dishes, water bowls, and any other important cat items are kept. This is also a good time to go over any additional questions or concerns, I want to do everything I can to help you and your cat(s) feel comfortable while you need to be apart!

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

I have owned and worked with shy cats and am quite partial to them. I feel it is always an honor when a shy cat decides I am worthy of their affection :) Cats can often be unsettled by change, including their human going away for a few days. It can be a scary and unpredictable time for them! I try my best to be a calming and reassuring presence, not making loud noises or sudden movements that could spook them. Some shy cats may be enticed by a treat or toy, but others would rather hunker down. I will offer my glasses or hand for a shy cat to sniff and I will talk to them so they get used to the sound of my voice, but I won't force any interactions if they need space and want to be left alone.

Melissa's Reviews

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Sarah

Sarah

Melissa is a cat whisperer and has cared for hundreds of cats. She is reliable, trustworthy, and doesn't mind following detailed cat care instructions.

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Michelle

Michelle

Melissa has been my cat sitter on and off since at least 2010. She is 100% reliable and I have never been concerned about my cats' care when she has been my cat sitter. Not only is she reliable, but she communicates and gives cat updates, as well as sends photos. Melissa has always taken excellent care of my cats and I would hire her again anytime!

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Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Odenton area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

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Melissa's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $20.00 / 20min $32.00 / 45min $45.00 / 60min
  • Melissa's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Melissa's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Odenton cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $25.00. 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.

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