I'm Colene
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Colene is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Colene
Cat Sitting in Grand Rapids, MI
I am in the downtown area and this is my current availability:
Sunday & Saturday: 10- 8pm
Monday: 10 am - 3 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 12:30 pm
Wednesday: 10 am - 3 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 12:30 pm
Friday: 4 pm - 6 pm
I have pet sit and volunteered at pet shelters for over a decade and have always had animals in t... Hello, my name is Colene and it would be my absolute pleasure to take care of your cats and kittens.
I am in the downtown area and this is my current availability:
Sunday & Saturday: 10- 8pm
Monday: 10 am - 3 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 12:30 pm
Wednesday: 10 am - 3 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 12:30 pm
Friday: 4 pm - 6 pm
I have pet sit and volunteered at pet shelters for over a decade and have always had animals in the house growing up. I jave volunteered at a wolf sanctuary and farms as I grew older. As an adult I currently have two cats that I absolutely adore.
When the COVID 19 pandemic began, I fostered kittens and cats for 2 years. I continue to be motivated to channel this love into action, seeking opportunities to make a positive difference in their lives and contribute to their well-being in meaningful ways.
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
One of the things I enjoy most about cat sitting is the opportunity to bond with each cat and learn about their unique personalities. It's fascinating to see how they each have their own habits, preferences, and ways of showing affection. Building a relationship with a cat over time, gaining their trust, and seeing them relax and enjoy your company is incredibly rewarding.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two cats named Hawks and Asia!
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Colene is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Vicky
March 20, 2025
Colene is always easy to schedule with. This is our 5th or 6th time using her. Our cats recognize her name when we say it. They ADORE her and she gives them fantastic care and so much love. We never worry with Colene in charge.
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Vicky
November 12, 2025
colene was a life saver. we’d started out with another sitter and it wasn’t working out; we were out of town. Colene came in to save our babies. She adores our cats, respects our home and takes excellent care of the cats
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Liz
November 10, 2024
Colene was wonderful for my first-time-being-alone kittens! Very responsive, great updates; I felt like they were in great hands and would/will definitely hire her again.
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John
This month
Vicky
July 9, 2025
Vicky
June 13, 2024
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Colene'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
Colene's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
Grand Rapids cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $25.00. 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
Vicky
March 20, 2025
Colene is always easy to schedule with. This is our 5th or 6th time using her. Our cats recognize her name when we say it. They ADORE her and she gives them fantastic care and so much love. We never worry with Colene in charge.
Vicky
November 12, 2025
colene was a life saver. we’d started out with another sitter and it wasn’t working out; we were out of town. Colene came in to save our babies. She adores our cats, respects our home and takes excellent care of the cats
Liz
November 10, 2024
Colene was wonderful for my first-time-being-alone kittens! Very responsive, great updates; I felt like they were in great hands and would/will definitely hire her again.
John
This month
Vicky
July 9, 2025
Vicky
June 13, 2024
Meowtel
April 19, 2024
Colene is a background-checked cat sitter in the Grand Rapids area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)