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I'm Jara

A cat sitter in Columbia, MO

5.00/5.00
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3 REVIEWS

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I'm Jara | Cat Sitting in Columbia, MO

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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a 7 year old cat named Book! He is extra cuddly and the king of the house. Despite being FIV+, he is living a happy and healthy (and spoiled) life.

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

I want to know the typical habits and routines of each pet so I can disrupt their daily life as little as possible. I like to go over the expectations of the parent to ensure we are on the same page in regard to schedule, time spent with the pet, and communication.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I have limited availability around Christmas break, but am usually in town for most other holidays. Don’t hesitate to ask about my availability!

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

I like to calmly sit in the space and give them time to get familiar with my presence. I’m not entitled to their attention and will never force myself into their space. My job is to ensure their home remains a safe space, and I vow to not disrupt that.

Jara's Reviews

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Megan

Megan

Jara has a calming presence as well as experience providing care for kitties with more complex medical needs. She is patient with both humans and feline friends alike and is highly reliable. She is responsive and showers kitties with lots of love and attention. Due to experience with her own cat, she is quick to notice when something isn’t quite right and seeks medical care quickly and appropriately, providing peace of mind when you are away from your fuzzy friend.

October 29, 2025
Piper

Piper

Jara is a lovely person, and my cat always looks forward to when she comes over. Before I met Jara, I was always anxious leaving my cat when I would go out of town. I don’t have the same worries since Jara became my cat sitter.

October 29, 2025
Meowtel

Meowtel

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

October 29, 2025

Jara's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $20.00 / 20min $30.00 / 45min $40.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $55.00 / Overnight stays in your home
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Jara'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

Columbia cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $20.00. 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.

Experienced Fiv Cat Mom
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