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I'm April

A cat sitter in Bessemer City, NC

5.00/5.00
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15 REVIEWS

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I'm April | Cat Sitting in Bessemer City, NC

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

I've been cat sitting for several years now.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Just spending time with more cats and helping pet parents feel safe and comfortable so they can enjoy their trip without worry.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

This lady had just rescued an orange momma cat and her 7 orange babies. They were so fluffy & cute. They couldn't get enough love. They would all climb up onto the sofa to cuddle with me.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 2 cats: Cutie & Ginger

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

Make sure to hire one that has experience with certain medical needs if your baby has certain needs. If your cat or kitten is normally shy, scared or a bit hissy around strangers, make sure your cat sitter has experience with those types of cats. Not everyone is experienced with these levels of behaviors. But I am because I'm a Behavior Foster & Socializer.

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

I make sure to get a tour of the home and write down notes for their expectations, needs, etc. I will also get an emergency contact number just in case because the clients may not have good cell reception where they are traveling to. Maybe their cats are on a feeding schedule or their food needs to be measured. Maybe their baby need to take medication. Maybe they need their plants watered or are expecting an important package while they are away. I take pictures & videos each visit and send updates to the clients. I ask if they want to do video chats.

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

Making sure all doors and windows are locked during the visit and when leaving. As well as making sure they are within sight during the visit so I can monitor any odd behaviors, breathing issues, can physically check them for any injuries that might have happened while I was away. Cats are very curious and love to jump around so things do happen. If there are security cameras I will usually wave bye with a smile to mean that everything is okay. If something has happened I will call the emergency contact number.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I'm available during holidays.

What is your favorite cat toy?

Catnip knots: I like to make them for my own cats, fosters, for Rescues, Shelters and for cat sitting clients. I use organic catnip.

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

I'm a Behavior Foster & Socializer. You need a quiet environment for these cats. Or play calming cat music from YouTube. You yourself need to have a calm spirit, a peaceful heart and be very patient with them. You can't be scared or get frustrated with them. I usually stay on the floor on their level instead of towering over them and talk softly to them without eye contact. You have to make them feel safe & loved and wait for them to come to you. Every cat and kitten is truly different.

April's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Kate

April cared for my sweet Oobi for about a week, and she was incredible. She truly went above and beyond. From our meet-and-greet onward, I was thoroughly impressed by April’s punctuality, professionalism, and organizational skills. She came not only to take notes on important care aspects for Oobi, but she also came bearing questions! I think I speak for most, that it gives any pet owner peace of mind to know that their fur baby is in the capable hands of someone who genuinely wants to provide the best quality care they can- even asking questions in order to do so. She monitored Oobi’s eating habits, and because he has some chronic health issues- she even noted his bowel movements & counted urines for me. I can safely say that April exceeded my expectations in delivering care for Oobi. April very kindly updated me upon arrival and departure of each visit, which I thought was very considerate and professional. She updated me with photos and videos of Oobi as well, which of course made me very happy. And she very nicely watered plants and got my mail for me while I was gone. I would highly recommend April as a reliable, thorough, and compassionate sitter for your fur baby and their unique needs! Thank you April!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
January 3, 2025
Ashley

April is truly an amazing cat sitter. She is very attentive to our picky kitty’s needs, sends very thorough updates, and generally goes above and beyond. Will absolutely be rebooking in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 30, 2024
Nadia

April was amazing! I have four cats plus three foster kittens so a heavy lift; she was fantastic continuing to socialize the kittens and also found time to play with the big kids. She sent lots of photos and videos and gave me invaluable information about getting the kittens adopted. I will definitely book April again!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
December 30, 2024
Kelly

April really went above and beyond, you can tell she has a lot of experience and really cares about the cat’s well-being from the moment you leave til the moment you’re back home. My lucky cat even got some bonus catnip toys from her which was so incredibly kind. Basically April killed it and I’m definitely going to be using her again - such great peace of mind when I travel!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 26, 2024
Natalie

April is a complete rarity. I am one of the very unlucky people whose cat experienced a medical emergency with my baby while away. April handled the situation with complete competence, therefore saving his life. If April hadn’t known what to look for in terms of symptoms and behaviors, or if she had been less thorough, it’s possible that my baby would no longer be here today. I can’t imagine having had a friend stop over, or any inexperienced personnel, knowing the difference April has made in my life and my baby’s. She is a true gift and deserves everything good in this world. I don’t know what I’d do without April. 🩵 Thank you, thank you, thank you April for saving the day.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 23, 2024
Raven

April, again, went above and beyond for my cat Roscoe I can’t recommend her enough!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 16, 2024
Meghan

April was amazing! She looked after my two very shy kitties while we were away for a week. She sent me great updates and pics and ensured they were both taking healthy trips to the kitty toilet, as I was worried about whether they would eat and drink regularly while we were away. April greatly helped to bring us peace of mind while we were away!! She was even so kind as to bring in our mail, packages, and even left a little bag of homemade cat nip toys when she left :-). Highly recommend April for your cat sitting needs!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 7, 2024
Raven

April is now my go to for my time away from home. She absolutely went above and beyond for my shy senior. I cannot recommend her enough!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 2, 2024
Kylee

April did a wonderful job taking care of my kitty Theo. She sent me multiple videos and pics as well as provided updates on anything that came up while I was out of town for a week. Theo looked so happy to have some company while I was away and I knew he was in good hands thanks to April. My mind was at ease throughout my entire vacation and I will definitely be booking her again in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 19, 2024
Tara

April spent high-quality time with Lucy: taking time to pet her and play with her. She went above in beyond in her updates of Lucy and her communication with us while we were away. I definitely recommend April to anyone who needs a sitter!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
September 11, 2024
Nicholas

April accepted my fairly last minute request to petsit and went way above and beyond. She deep cleaned the litter box, gave the cats a new drinking fountain, provided numerous toys, tracked the litter box contents, and watered our plants. Of course, she also fed, watered, and played with the cats. She sent countless videos and photos with every visit. I would absolutely recommend her and plan to hire her again. We were extremely impressed!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
September 3, 2024
Tyler

April is a fantastic caretaker who genuinely loves cats. She was very communicative throughout the entire process, and my cat, Georgia, took to her immediately. April went above and beyond to ensure Georgia was comfortable and well cared for. I highly recommend her to anyone needing a reliable and loving pet sitter.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 28, 2024
Elizabeth

Exceeded my expectations. Was open to visiting early mornings to keep my kitties on schedule. Her updates were detailed and consistent. Highly recommend!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 21, 2024
Meowtel

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

May 23, 2024
Ashley

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 6, 2024

April's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $25.00 / 20min $40.00 / 45min $57.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $70.00 / Overnight stays in your home
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April's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

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

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Injections / Diabetic Management

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.

Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bessemer City cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $24.00. 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.

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