Fear Free Certified Cat Sitter
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I'm Jillian

A cat sitter in Eden Prairie, MN

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
134 REVIEWS

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I'm Jillian | Cat Sitting in Eden Prairie, MN

Hello, I'm Jillian, and I'm here to provide you with peace of mind and give your kitties the best staycation while you're away.💖 😺MY APPROACH TO CAT CARE As a Fear Free® Certified Pet Sitter, I practice a compassionate and holistic approach to cat care. I specialize in understanding cats' emotions and behaviors to offer exceptional, cat-centric care tailored to your cat's individual needs. I am trained in effective Fear Free strategies to ensure your cat not only gets lots of love, but also experiences comfort, safety, and a stress-free environment. Because cats are people too.💓 😺A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME Cats have held a special place in my heart ever since I got my first cat Charlie for Christmas when I was 6. Since then, I can't imagine my life without cats. It's my dream to visit every cat cafe in the US (I've been to 16 so far). Most recently, I've been privileged to share my life with two incredible rescue cats- Nomi and Mittens. Nomi is the lover, and Mittens is the sassy one. Their distinct personalities taught me the value of adapting my care to meet each cat's needs. When you entrust your cat's care to me, rest assured I'll respect their uniqueness to provide them with personalized care. Watching a cat make biscuits, do a big stretch, or show their toe beans seriously makes my whole day, and I would be honored to see your kitty's biscuit-making skills. I'm here to pamper all the cats, including yours! 😻 😺MY EXPERIENCE I have 4 years of cat sitting experience and worked directly with cats as a volunteer with a cat rescue for the last 10 years. I have worked with a cat behaviorist/trainer to learn positive training and enrichment methods, and am currently learning a little about supporting cats' energies from a skilled medical...

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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been cat sitting for 4 years now. I have cared for: 😸Kittens 😸Elderly cats that require very gentle care 😸Blind cats 😸Deaf cats 😸Anxious cats 😸Former strays 😸Extroverted cats 😸Brothers and Sisters And more! I'm comfortable with all kinds of cats and have had wonderful experiences getting anxious and shy cats to warm up to me- cats whose parents who couldn't believe I got their cat to come out from under the bed and even play with me while I'm there.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

For me, spending time with cats is my greatest joy in life. It fills my heart to see a cat come out of their shell, to chase a toy, to nap in a sunbeam, or to purr with delight when I pet them. When it comes to cat sitting, I am grateful to be able to take care of your cat and keep them company while you're gone. While I could never replace their favorite human (that's you!😻), I am so happy knowing your cat has someone to love them while you're away (that's me😊) and making sure they not only get their basic needs taken care of, but also lots of love and reassurance that they are not alone.

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

1. I am happy to answer any questions before you make a reservation request. 2. After confirming your request, I'll message you to setup a meet & greet. This is where you, your cat and I will get to know each other better, share care instructions, provide me with a key to your home if one is needed, and help you decide if I'm a good fit for you and your cat. 3. I'll send you a list of some more detailed questions about your cat's favorite rewards, likes and dislikes, which will help me formulate a greeting plan for the meet and greet to help your cat feel as comfortable as possible.

Jillian's Reviews

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Srini

Our cats love Jillian. We are grateful that she takes very good care of them when we are out.

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Response from Jillian on Dec 20, 2024 "I love the girls so much. I love spoiling them and it's been so great to see how much Moo has warmed up to me. And Mochi is my little shadow most of the time- they are so sweet.😻💗💗💗"
December 20, 2024
Ashley

Jillian continues to amaze me with the passion she has for taking care of kitties. She brings over new toys, puzzles, etc to keep them entertained and stimulated! She is incredible!

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Response from Jillian on Dec 15, 2024 "Thank you so much Ashley. Jonah and I had the best time. I love bringing him new things to keep his mind active and entertained. He is such a smart boy.🤓 I can't wait to see him again.💙✨✨"
December 15, 2024
Anne

Jillian is the best cat sitter! Love her updates, photos and videos and our shy cat has even befriended her. Highly recommend!

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Response from Jillian on Dec 7, 2024 "That is so nice of you to say Anne. Serena is also adorable and I love capturing her cute and funny antics to send to you. Serena and I are definitely on our way to being bffs.🫶 Until next time!💖"
November 30, 2024
Lisa

Jillian does both extended overnight stays and periodic “play dates” between vacations for my 3 cats. Every visit/vacation with Jillian has been amazing! She assesses each cat’s needs, wants and comfort level to tailor an individualized framework of interactions and behaviors, and then builds on these customized frameworks with each successive visit. Her results are incredible. For Jillian’s recent 8-night stay, she implemented one-on-one specific play and companionship with my shy girl in a certain spot after dinner. Jillian nailed it - my shy girl loved it, and actually insists that I continue this routine! At their recent playdate, my shy girl came right up to Jillian, ready for interaction and playtime, no reacquaintance or warm-up needed. And after Jillian’s last extended stay, the cats slept on her bed for more than a week after our return. ❤️ Need I say more?

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Response from Jillian on Dec 7, 2024 "Lisa, thank you so so much for this incredible review. All the kitties are so sweet and it's amazing to see how far Zoey has come. I miss them already and can't wait to see them next time.❤️💜❤️💜❤️💜❤️"
November 27, 2024
Michele

Jillian provides excellent care and Bela loves her! I am so thankful to have someone so qualified and caring to be watching over Bela when I have to be away. She will always be my first go-to and I can be at peace knowing that my kitty is in good hands!

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Response from Jillian on Nov 26, 2024 "That's makes so happy to hear that. Bela is the sweetest girl and it during this second reservation it was amazing how she came right up to me- I think I've definitely earned friend status with her. Thank you!❤️💜💛"
November 25, 2024
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Jillian's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Foster Parent
  • T-N-R
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • 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.

Christmas is coming up soon (December 25th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

Frequently Asked Questions

Eden Prairie cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $29.00. 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.

Fear Free Certified Cat Sitter
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