I'm Alyssa

Maple Grove Cat Lady's Pet Sitting

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208 Reviews
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48 Repeat clients
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Alyssa is experienced with 1 type of medications

Oral Medication / Pills

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Maple Grove Cat Lady's Pet Sitting

I'm Alyssa

Cat Sitting in Osseo, MN

Hi! My name is Alyssa and I currently reside in a townhouse in Maple Grove with my husband and our 4 cats (Olimer, Ziggy, Trixie, and Roxie). Olimer is a 13 year old black and white DSH. Ziggy is a 5 year old grey tabby DLH (we think part Maine Coon or Norwegian forest cat). Trixie is a 3 year old brown, black, and white DSH. Roxie is a 12 week old grey tabby.
Olimer is our most social cat who loves to cuddle with us when we take naps. Ziggy is our shy cat, but loves cuddles with us. Trixie is our brave cat who loves to sleep on my pillow at night. Roxie is our latest addition who has tons of energy, but is a big cuddler!
Ziggy and Trixie love to play and chase each other throughout the house. Olimer loves to spend his time soaking in the sun. Roxie loves to sleep in the crib.
All 4 are big talkers especially Ziggy! He loves to announce his presence to us.
In my free time I love spending time with my family, watching TV, cuddling with my cats, and taking walks.


A little background:
My mom owned a pet rescue when I grew up, so I was always around animals...
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I currently reside in a townhouse in Maple Grove with my husband and our 4 cats (Olimer, Ziggy, Trixie, and Roxie). Olimer is a 13 year old black and white DSH. Ziggy is a 5 year old grey tabby DLH (we think part Maine Coon or Norwegian forest cat). Trixie is a 3 year old brown, black, and white DSH. Roxie is a 12 week old grey tabby.
Olimer is our most social cat who loves to cuddle with us when we take naps. Ziggy is our shy cat, but loves cuddles with us. Trixie is our brave cat who loves to sleep on my pillow at night. Roxie is our latest addition who has tons of energy, but is a big cuddler!
Ziggy and Trixie love to play and chase each other throughout the house. Olimer loves to spend his time soaking in the sun. Roxie loves to sleep in the crib.
All 4 are big talkers especially Ziggy! He loves to announce his presence to us.
In my free time I love spending time with my family, watching TV, cuddling with my cats, and taking walks.


A little background:
My mom owned a pet rescue when I grew up, so I was always around animals. We once had 28 pets in the house! I loved both dogs and cats, but always leaned more towards the cats. I have owned cats for 14 years. Every cat I have had has always been well-behaved and friendly. I know how important playtime and attention is in addition to diet.
I did a few pet sitting jobs through a company I worked for a few summers ago as well as some independently. I mainly took care of cats. I am comfortable working even with shy cats. Many people comment that they are surprised their cats come up to me as they don't with everyone. However, I do not ever force a cat to come to me or to let me pet them. If your cat is extremely shy and likes to hide, I will do my best to at least snap a picture. I have given medications orally (pill and liquid). I've never had to apply a topical ointment, but know the basic knowledge of how it should be applied. I am also comfortable administering eye and ear drops.

My schedule:
I am available all day Monday through Friday from 7AM to 7PM.
I do own a party rental business and stay busy on summer weekends, but I am able to move things around to fit in the cat sitting.
I prefer within 20 minutes of Maple Grove but am willing to go to St. Michael, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, etc.
If your city is not listed on my service zone, please message and ask if I could go to your city. It could work with my schedule!

Why did I chose to be a pet sitter?
I have always had a huge love (obsession) with cats! I love how cats are so cuddly yet independent in nature. I love watching them play, cuddling with them, and listening to them talk to you. I truly think they understand us!
I love being able to make my own schedule especially when doing a job I love! I have tried doing dog walking and pet sitting on other platforms, but it was hard finding sitting jobs with just cats! I found Meowtel through Google and just knew this was the right step to take!

What to expect at a visit:
1)I will send photos of your cat (s) at the end of every visit
2)I will send photos of the litter box at the start and end of the visit
3)I can bring in any mail/packages
4)I can bring out/in garbage and recycling cans
5)I will follow your direction on feeding, watering, litter box cleaning. etc.
6)I will play with your cat
7)I will clean up any accidents
8)I can water your plants
9)I will treat your cat like my own

Learn More About Alyssa

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love being able to spend time with the cat (s) whether it be petting them, playing with them, or just watching them be hilarious! I love being able to ease the minds of the cat parents while they are away. Being a cat owner myself, I understand the worry of leaving my cats with a stranger. I do my best to send lots of pictures and videos!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

My advice is make sure to schedule a meet and greet early and not to close to the time you need the visits to start. This allows you to change your mind if you meet with someone and don't get a good vibe. I also strongly encourage you to read reviews from other cat parents that have booked the cat sitter. Double check you have enough food for the whole reservation. I have had people have to order emergency food before which is never fun to do! It also helps to leave instructions, so the cat sitter doesn't have to bother you with questions on your vacation. Instead, we can just send lots of pictures!

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

I always do a meet and greet with a new parent. During the meet and greet, I make sure we cover the following: 1) Time, place, and amount of food 2)Water dishes and if they get tap water or filtered water 3)Litter box locations and where the scoops and garbage are 4)The cat (s) Favorite toys 5)The cat (s) Favorite hiding places 6)How they'd like me to enter the house (key or code) 7)If they need me to check mail 8)If they need me to bring out trash and/or recycling bins 9)If they need any plants watered I make sure to bring my notepad, so I can make notes, so I don't forget anything!

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I make sure to close the door when I arrive. If I am entering through the garage, I close the garage door before entering the house. I make sure that all doors and windows are closed and locked before I leave. If I see something on the ground they shouldn't eat, I will dispose of it right away. I usually leave at least one light on as well.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I am usually available on all major holidays. I tend to only accept 1 or 2 on Thanksgiving. On Christmas Eve, I am available in the morning, but not in the afternoon or evening.

What is your favorite cat toy?

Wand toys are always a fan favorite! I love this toy called the cat dancer. It is a steel wire with paper rolls at the end. My cats love to play with the paper roll end and the handle end. Wand toys are especially great to use when trying to engage with a shy cat. It allows me to keep distance between us to not stress them out.

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

I do my best to try and move slowly. I tell them exactly what I'm doing and when I'm about to do something. I don't go towards them. Instead I let them come to me. Sometimes this means ignoring them and letting them come to me to check me out. I let them sniff me before I do anything. I usually also play with them with like a wand toy before petting them as this usually relaxes them and starts to build trust.


Medication Experience:

Oral Medication / Pills

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208 reviews
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Tidiness
Robert

Robert

February 23, 2026

Alyssa was extremely reliable and provided excellent communications regarding the well-being of our cats throughout our vacation! Her updates included daily photos and videos of our kitties, which was very reassuring to us, since we had never left them in someone else’s care before! Alyssa handled some fairly detailed instructions perfectly and really seemed to enjoy her time with our fur-babies. She was great!

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Lisa

Lisa

August 23, 2025

This was my first time using a cat sitter. Alyssa was wonderful! She took care of my elderly cat 2x a day and gave him medication each morning. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Her visit messages were clear and extremely thorough. Her arrivals were timely, and she sent lots of pictures and videos of my cat and her interacting. Those pictures reassured me each day that he was being well cared for. I also had her turn on the tv each visit and put on the sleep timer and bring in the mail one day. She even took the extra step to wash all the used cat dishes, and the Tupperware I had in the sink. It was wonderful to have everything so tidy when I came home. Thanks to Alyssa's caring visits, I had no anxiety being gone. I definitely recommend Alyssa!

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Response from Alyssa

Thanks so much Lisa! 😊 It was wonderful to be able to spend time with Wolf! He was so adorable! 😻

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Denise

Denise

January 27, 2026

Alyssa is the best cat sitter ever! She became alarmed when there didn't appear to be enough litter box use or food gone between visits, and was SOOO vigilant to find my cat (that always hides anyway) had made her way into a room that was supposed to be closed off to her. I simply can't thank her enough, and the extra reinforcements she got to join the search party! She really goes the extra mile!!

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Denise

Denise

January 24, 2026

Alyssa is the best, being flexible to add this visit for an extra check after finding my cat locked in a closed room by her own doing! Silly cat. Wonderful human ❤

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Marie

Marie

November 30, 2025

This was our first cat sitting experience through Meowtel and Alyssa was fantastic! She was patient when our cat hid for the first few days but quickly befriended him. Communication was excellent. She gave very thorough updates and took care of various things around the house also, which was above and beyond. Highly recommend!

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Reid

Reid

November 25, 2025

Alyssa is such an awesome cat sitter! I was worried my cat wouldn't come out and play like she usually does, but I was so wrong 😅 Alyssa was able to build a relationship with her so fast. It was really reassuring getting videos of them playing together every visit! 😼

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$54.50 / 45min
$75.00 / 60min
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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.

Osseo cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $30.00. 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!

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