I'm Ellen

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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

Ellen is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Inhalers

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I'm Ellen

Cat Sitting in Saint Louis, MO

Hi! My name is Ellen and I work in schools as a psychologist by day and love to take my cat Zephyr out for walks in her backpack. I have had cats since 2019 and regularly cat-sit for friends. My first kitty (Peep) is asthmatic who I came into the care over from an elderly neighbor who couldn’t give her her medicine anymor... Hi! My name is Ellen and I work in schools as a psychologist by day and love to take my cat Zephyr out for walks in her backpack. I have had cats since 2019 and regularly cat-sit for friends. My first kitty (Peep) is asthmatic who I came into the care over from an elderly neighbor who couldn’t give her her medicine anymore so I understand the need for a regular caretaker for your kitty while you’re away. My second kitty Zephyr is a shelter rescue and the runt of her litter. It took me two months to get her under the bathroom sink and you’d never know it if your saw her today

I love meeting new cats so please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Learn More About Ellen

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I enjoy getting to see the unique personalities of each cat. It’s super rewarding when a new cat friend gets more comfortable with me.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

My aunt currently has Peep since she’s getting older and needs a more constant companion. I have Zephyr living with me now who is being harness trained to go out hikes with me when the weather is good.

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

The key is to be consistent and gentle. It’s important to appear as safe as possible to the cat and pay attention to their body language so you know when to back off and when to try for a pet.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Inhalers

Skills:

Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer

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Tidiness
James

James

May 19, 2026

Ellen did a great job with playing with Waffles and letting me know how he is .

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Meowtel

Meowtel

March 17, 2026

Ellen is a background-checked cat sitter in the Saint Louis area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$20.00 / 20min
$33.00 / 45min
$43.00 / 60min

Ellen's is 15%

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Schedule Constraints

I have a full time job so I can’t catsit Mon-Fri until after 4pm.

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Trust & Safety

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.

Saint Louis 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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