I'm Jalanie
Cat Whisperer In Training
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jalanie is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Jalanie
Cat Sitting in Durham, NC
I am also fully insured for cat and pet sitting for the safety of your kitties, you, and myself!
Learn More About Jalanie
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have one kitty currently, and hope to obtain more!! She is a tuxedo cat named prairie! She is the most chatty cat i know!!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I like to meet who I am watching, and their owners to see if we would be a good fit! I ask a lot of questions to try and understand what each kitty needs!
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am generally available anytime now as I am navigating making pet sitting my full time career! Holidays i am always available!!
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jalanie is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Steph
February 9, 2026
Jalanie was great from start to finish! she was so communicative and came to the house before the reservation to meet my cat, do a walkthrough, and ask questions. She was so patient with my cat (who is a grouch), messaged during each visit to keep me updated on how my cat was doing. Overall, an awesome experience and I absolutely plan to book with Jalanie again.
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Shea
This month
Jalanie made everything easy for our trip. Key pickup was easy, and we got everything squared away well in advance. During our trip we got comprehensive updates and photos keeping us in touch with our furry overlords.
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Gracie
This month
Nathan
January 6, 2026
Jalanie is the best sitter ive had for my cat fleabag he loves her, she takes very good care of him and is very clear to talk to and communicate with, she's our first choice every sit.
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Alexander
January 6, 2026
Hire this lady. She is the best pet sitter I have ever had. She treats my cats with such love and affection. She provided me regular updates that include pictures and videos. She doesn't just sit there She actually engages with my cats and provides enrichment and cuddles them. Shes incredibly neat and tidy and treats my place with respect which I greatly value. Would absolutely recommend her. Shes the only pet sitter I will use now.
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Meowtel
January 6, 2026
Jalanie is a background-checked cat sitter in the Durham area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Jalanie's is 10%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Jalanie's holiday surcharge is 10%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Jalanie's is 10%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Jalanie's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Durham 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!
Rating breakdown
Steph
February 9, 2026
Jalanie was great from start to finish! she was so communicative and came to the house before the reservation to meet my cat, do a walkthrough, and ask questions. She was so patient with my cat (who is a grouch), messaged during each visit to keep me updated on how my cat was doing. Overall, an awesome experience and I absolutely plan to book with Jalanie again.
Shea
This month
Jalanie made everything easy for our trip. Key pickup was easy, and we got everything squared away well in advance. During our trip we got comprehensive updates and photos keeping us in touch with our furry overlords.
Gracie
This month
Nathan
January 6, 2026
Jalanie is the best sitter ive had for my cat fleabag he loves her, she takes very good care of him and is very clear to talk to and communicate with, she's our first choice every sit.
Alexander
January 6, 2026
Hire this lady. She is the best pet sitter I have ever had. She treats my cats with such love and affection. She provided me regular updates that include pictures and videos. She doesn't just sit there She actually engages with my cats and provides enrichment and cuddles them. Shes incredibly neat and tidy and treats my place with respect which I greatly value. Would absolutely recommend her. Shes the only pet sitter I will use now.
Meowtel
January 6, 2026
Jalanie is a background-checked cat sitter in the Durham area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)