I'm Riley

Cat-Enthusiast And Lover

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

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

Riley is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops

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Cat-Enthusiast And Lover

I'm Riley

Cat Sitting in Cornelius, NC

Hi! My name is Riley. I became a cat parent about 4 years ago when I adopted my first cat, Frankie. I then fell victim to the cat distribution system last year when I brought in my second cat, Ivy! When I am not cuddling my cats, I will most likely be reading a book or shopping at an antique mall. ... Hi! My name is Riley. I became a cat parent about 4 years ago when I adopted my first cat, Frankie. I then fell victim to the cat distribution system last year when I brought in my second cat, Ivy! When I am not cuddling my cats, I will most likely be reading a book or shopping at an antique mall. When I am cat sitting, I like to let the cats set the pace. Cats are independent but can be fearful of new faces, so it’s important for me to let the cat take their time getting comfortable with a sitter. I am very passionate about my love for cats and I hope I can meet some of your own very soon!

Learn More About Riley

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

My favorite thing about cat sitting is getting to experience so many different personalities in all the cats. I love to see how different every cat will be. Cats truly shine through their personalities and it’s lovely to experience so many different ones through cat sitting. One other thing that I love about cat sitting is when a cat is notoriously shy and nervous around new individuals, but when my visits are coming to an end, me and that cat have become best friends. It makes me feel as if I have magical abilities. It mostly makes me happy that I was able to create a safe and stress-free environment for that shy kitty.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I will take any given opportunity to talk about my cats. I have an orange girl cat named, Frankie. My second cat is a gray and white kitten named Ivy. They both are wonderful to have and I love nothing more than being a cat mom.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite toy is usually the wand toys that have toys or feathers at the end. These gets the cat to move around and is interactive. It can be used in a slower way for cats that just want to watch it or you can move it around swiftly for a cat that wants to chase it.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops
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Attention to Detail
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Communication
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Tidiness
Emma

Emma

March 22, 2026

Riley is great! she checked on my girls multiple times while I was away. She always sent updates and pictures which is so nice to have when you're away and worried about your babies. Would definitely book with her again!

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Emma

Emma

September 16, 2025

Riley checked in on my sweet kitties for a weekend. She sent many updates which I very much appreciated! Would definitely use her for any future travels.

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Kevin

Kevin

September 23, 2025

We really enjoyed having Riley care for our 8 cats and did such an amazing job! The cats feel so much better with an overnight sitter and look forward to requesting services in the future!

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Emma

Emma

This week

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Todd

Todd

April 11, 2026

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Tommy

Tommy

November 11, 2025

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$24.50 / 20min
$36.00 / 45min
$46.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$62.00 / Overnight

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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.

Cornelius 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 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!

4.90
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)