I'm Michelle
Michelle's Cat Cuddles Of Raleigh
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I'm Michelle
Cat Sitting in Raleigh, NC
For years, I have helped friends out with their pets---giving medication, cuddles, and occasionally staying over with the ones who need some extra TLC. I'm a communicative, caring, and responsible gal in my 30's and--as a cat mom myself--here to give the same quality of love I'd want my fur-baby to receive in my... Hello! I'm Michelle---a long time fan of Meowtel's sitter services, and an ardent cat-lover since I was a little girl (yes, I was the "cat kid"). 😽 Our family always had cats (mostly tabby boys) of all ages, and now I'm the overjoyed owner and bff of Ted, a wonderful 15-year-old rescue boy!
For years, I have helped friends out with their pets---giving medication, cuddles, and occasionally staying over with the ones who need some extra TLC. I'm a communicative, caring, and responsible gal in my 30's and--as a cat mom myself--here to give the same quality of love I'd want my fur-baby to receive in my absence!
In 2015, I volunteered at Safe Haven Cat Shelter in Raleigh (where I adopted Ted) and learned extra tips and tricks for special-needs, injured, and extra shy cats. I feel confident with all temperaments and know that all cats are individuals with unique personalities and needs.
In my daily life, I have a flexible marketing job, so my early mornings, evenings, and weekends are all available.
When not spending time with cats, I am an avid musician, writer, and local classical actor, with a great love of Shakespeare and literature. Having lived in the "Triangle" area of NC (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) for over a decade, I'm familiar with local neighborhoods and landmarks, and glad to travel to meet you and your cat family.
I'd love the opportunity to help you feel like your favorite cat or kitties are in the best hands possible for as long as you are away!
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting new cat friends and chatting it up with fellow pet parents! We all have so many stories about our fur-babies, so I adore learning more about each cat's personality (and I'm a big sucker for silly meows.)
What is your favorite cat toy?
My cat, Ted, is obsessed with catnip-filled toy squirrels. I have a small menagerie for him which--quite often--find their way under pieces of furniture. ;)
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
It's so important to let cats show you the speed they need! Some are very loving and chatty, but the shy ones often prefer to get used to a new person's presence incrementally. I make sure I speak aloud often so they get used to my presence, and if they want to come investigate, I never push the issue, but allow them to approach as much as their comfort and willingness allow. 😺
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Michelle is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Ellyn
December 4, 2025
Michelle took such good care of our babies! Our of them is a spicy mama and Michelle was able to read her body language from day 1 and slowly ease in to her good graces. That cat is known to swat at people, but by the end of our reservation, Michelle had her laying in her lap! She also takes stellar pictures and gives really great updates at the end of every visit!
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Teri
October 18, 2025
Michelle is a true angel and took wonderful care of my cat while I was gone. She not only took care of his physical needs but also gave him lots of rubs and extra love!! She also takes amazing pictures and sends great daily updates!!
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Virginia
January 14, 2026
Michelle was beyond great! Communication was easy and seamless from the start. One of my cats is extremely shy and afraid of everything, yet by the second visit he had already become friends with Michelle (which says everything!). She is incredibly attentive and detailed, and truly went above and beyond my expectations. I will trust her with my cats many, many, many more times. Highly recommend!
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Emily
December 28, 2025
Michelle was wonderful & took care of my boys for 4 days perfectly! One of my cats has a prescription food & the other has daily medications - she met their needs & spent time playing with them too! Her daily updates were great, & I definitely recommend her.
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Nikki
June 11, 2026
Michelle was exactly what we needed in a cat sitter! Kind, understanding, timely and accommodating. She took the time to get to know the personalities of each of our timid cats and they loved her by the end of the trip. It was a relief knowing the cats were safe at home while we were away.
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Virginia
May 27, 2026
it's the 4th time that Michelle help us better enjoy our trip by checking on our cats. I have an orange male that is terrified about almost everything, but Michelle managed to make him love her! we will continue to trust our cats to her♡
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Drop in visits rates
Michelle's is 40%
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
Michelle's holiday surcharge is 40%.
Drop in visits rates
Michelle's is 40%
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
Michelle's holiday surcharge is 40%.
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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.
Raleigh 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!
Rating breakdown
Ellyn
December 4, 2025
Michelle took such good care of our babies! Our of them is a spicy mama and Michelle was able to read her body language from day 1 and slowly ease in to her good graces. That cat is known to swat at people, but by the end of our reservation, Michelle had her laying in her lap! She also takes stellar pictures and gives really great updates at the end of every visit!
Teri
October 18, 2025
Michelle is a true angel and took wonderful care of my cat while I was gone. She not only took care of his physical needs but also gave him lots of rubs and extra love!! She also takes amazing pictures and sends great daily updates!!
Virginia
January 14, 2026
Michelle was beyond great! Communication was easy and seamless from the start. One of my cats is extremely shy and afraid of everything, yet by the second visit he had already become friends with Michelle (which says everything!). She is incredibly attentive and detailed, and truly went above and beyond my expectations. I will trust her with my cats many, many, many more times. Highly recommend!
Emily
December 28, 2025
Michelle was wonderful & took care of my boys for 4 days perfectly! One of my cats has a prescription food & the other has daily medications - she met their needs & spent time playing with them too! Her daily updates were great, & I definitely recommend her.
Nikki
June 11, 2026
Michelle was exactly what we needed in a cat sitter! Kind, understanding, timely and accommodating. She took the time to get to know the personalities of each of our timid cats and they loved her by the end of the trip. It was a relief knowing the cats were safe at home while we were away.
Virginia
May 27, 2026
it's the 4th time that Michelle help us better enjoy our trip by checking on our cats. I have an orange male that is terrified about almost everything, but Michelle managed to make him love her! we will continue to trust our cats to her♡
Christine
This week
Michelle understood my anxieties about my hard to please guy right from the start. Her interaction with him on the intro visit and daily reports helped ease my concerns greatly. I came home to a happy cat, so thank you, Michelle. I will be calling again in the future!
Jillian
This month
Michelle was amazing with our boy, Frito! After every visit she sent detailed updates and lots of pictures. I was so comforted during our trip knowing that he was well cared for. When we got home, he was happy but didn’t seem like he missed us too much! Which is exactly what I like to see. We will definitely be using Michelle again and again!
Alison
July 1, 2026
Super thankful for Michelle watching my little guy Ozzy. She did a great job and the fact he wanted to lay on her lap?? Would want her to sit for me again.
Melissa
January 17, 2025
My gang of cats is pretty high maintenance but Michelle handeled them like a champ! I have four extremely food motivated kitties (who act like they’ve never eaten before at every meal time) and one of them who requires daily medications, and at the time of her visit, different food as well. Michelle paid extra attention to my shy guy Cayman and made sure he was able to eat his food without being bullied by others and spent extra time befriending him. I loved getting her updates and pictures at the end of every visit!
Eudora
November 19, 2024
Michelle is AMAZING. One of my old guys has to take 5 pills a day and it’s even a struggle for me. Michelle pills him no problem, which is a very rare skill! she is patient and caring, gives him breaks so he doesn’t get too upset, and is just generally gentle and kind. Michelle is my top choice for house sits!
Helene
December 29, 2024
Michelle was absolutely great to work with! It was my first time having her look after my cat. She was very professional, sent me daily updates, pictures of them playing together, and even took the trash she had been using for the litter out on the last day. It’s never easy leaving your furry friend, but Michelle made this whole process feel seamless and comfortable for both me and Gatsby!
Sarah
January 20, 2025
Michelle is a wizard, we are so lucky to have her help care for our crew of 5! She managed multiple special diets and meds, and even helped our shyest guy find a way out of his impenetrable fortress of anxiety. I can't say enough about how great she is!
Sarah
April 19, 2025
Michelle was amazing with our 3 kitties! Loved her detailed updates with photos daily. Thank you Michelle!
Ranj
December 1, 2024
Michelle was amazing with my kitties. she sent a great daily update with pics. she even won over my very shy girl. highly recommend Michelle for taking care of your cats as well!
Sydel
September 15, 2024
Michelle was so great with our cats, and I could tell they really like her! She has an excellent calm demeanor that really makes kitties feel safe ❤️. She also was excellent at giving my kitty her meds, which she usually HATES.
Fiona
November 9, 2023
Michelle was a truly amazing pet sitter. From the moment we had our first meet and greet, I knew she'd so a wonderful job taking care of our cat, Fig, while we were away on a two-week trip. Fig is an incredibly shy cat and often hides from pet sitters, sometimes even hissing at them when she's scared. So when we're away for a long time, we always feel bad that Fig doesn't get much human interaction. But, as opposed to many pet sitters we've used in the past, Michelle is a cat lover and a shy cat expert. She visited Fig every day while we were away and talked sweetly to her, never forcing Fig to interact more than she was comfortable. Because of that, Fig never seemed to hide while Michelle was there. We got daily updates from Michelle with wonderful photos of Fig and plenty of details letting us know she was healthy and happy while we were away. She always made sure her water bowls were full of fresh water, monitored her food intake and adjusted accordingly (per our instructions), kept the litter clean, and even treated Fig to catnip, which she loves. We never worried about our cat while on our trip. Michelle was reliable, friendly, and great with cats and we'd absolutely use her again next time we're away.
Katelyn
July 29, 2025
Michelle is absolutely great! Her photos and check in messages are always amazing and thorough. I always feel comfortable leaving my babies in her care because I trust she will make sure they are well taken care of!
Sarah
February 27, 2024
Michelle is amazing! We have some really shy kitties - Michelle was so sensitive to their needs and made sure that everyone got love and attention in the way they prefer to receive it. She went totally above and beyond keeping the space clean, and her updates were amazing. I have some new favorite photos of my crew thanks to her! She was flexible with updates to our (admittedly convoluted) feeding process and made sure everyone was happy and had what they needed. I get so anxious about leaving the cats, especially because we're merging households and doing a staggered introduction process. Michelle managed everything flawlessly and I am so grateful to her!
Alli
November 25, 2023
Michelle was an incredible sitter! One of our cats had recently been sick, and Michelle relieved our worries immediately. Her updates and photos brought a smile to our faces each day, and it was obvious our girls were well taken care of and happy to see her. She clearly went above and beyond the typical cat sitter routine, and we are so grateful!
Michelle
August 10, 2024
Michelle was fantastic. She was able to administer medication for my cat that doesn’t easily trust others touching him, and he warmed up to her fast. She spent time playing and getting to know both cats, she followed instructions and made sure both babies were happy. She also gave detailed reports and sent adorable photos. I will definitely be booking Michelle for future drop-ins. Highly recommend!
Hayes
December 10, 2023
Michelle was awesome. This was my first time hiring a catsitter, so I made a lot of mistakes, but she stuck with it the whole way through! I even left the wrong key but mistake, but she worked with me to get a spare from the office, no problem! She did everything perfectly, sent great pictures, and even spent extra time with my cat if she needed more playtime. I would definitely say she went above and beyond, and prioritized the well being of my cat.
Patricia
May 28, 2024
Michelle took great care of my kitties and also sent me cute pictures of them along with daily status reports. We will definitely use Michelle again.
Beatrice
December 30, 2023
Michelle was the best cat sitter! She stayed extra time during the introductory visit to make sure all the details were set (confirming keys to apartment doors, finding both cat’s favorite toys, etc) & she sent so many cute photos throughout her visits! My usually-shy kitten especially loved Michelle & even let her hold her, which was such a heartwarming surprise! :) I’m sure my cats already miss her so much!
Elyssa
December 27, 2023
Michelle did a great job with my two cats for the week. I've had other sitters who weren't able to get the shy one out after a week but Michelle had him out in 3 days.
Larry
November 25, 2023
Michelle was awesome! We recently moved to the area and this is the first time we have left our kitties with anyone. From the first time we met Michelle during the meet-and-greet, we knew she would be the perfect person to entrust with our furry family members. It was clear from the photos that she won over the cats very quickly. She gave consistent, very detailed updates each time she visited. When we returned, everything was extremely neat and orderly. It seemed that the cats were almost disappointed that it was us, rather than Michelle, coming through the door. Michelle will be our first choice any time we are away form the kitties.
Zoe
This month
Michelle was phenomenal! I hate having to leave my cat behind when I go on trips, but Michelle made me feel so at ease with her any photos and detailed descriptions of her visits. I highly recommend her :)
Rachael
April 18, 2026
Michelle was incredible! She was attentive and communicative and took such great care of our sweet and shy kitties 😊 We will definitely be reaching out to her again in the future when we need care for our kitties!
Kate
February 14, 2024
Michelle did a wonderful job and I really appreciated the time she spent with her updates. She also went above and beyond to make sure everything was tidy when I got back, we couldn't be happier!
Guinevere
May 25, 2026
Michelle was great! she is definitely a cat person. she got along with my cat very well and was very attentive to his needs. and her wonderful pictures are definitely a plus!
Maddie
September 8, 2024
Michelle was amazing w my kitty, and made me feel more comfortable leaving him. she writes very thorough updates, takes great pictures, and has wonderful cat-parent empathy!
Alli
May 25, 2026
Michelle has watched our girls a few times now and is always amazing! She provides consistent and thorough updates and shows our girls some real love and attention. Would recommend Michelle to anyone and look forward to having her cat sit for us again!
Teri
November 23, 2025
Michelle is amazing and Aslan just loves her!!! She not only takes care of his physical needs but gives him extra cuddle time which he craves!!! So happy to have found such a wonderful cat sitter!!
Marlene
April 19, 2026
Michelle is a warm & caring person who gives the best care our 2 adult cats could ask for. Daily photos were outstanding! I highly recommend
Macarena
June 2, 2025
Michelle is always such an amazing care taker for Smalls. She provided me with very detailed messages and multiple pictures every visit. It makes our travels much easier, knowing that someone so loving is there to care for Smalls.
Teri
January 1, 2026
Michelle is the best and Aslan just loves her. She always sends the cutest updates and wonderful pictures!! I feel very confident that Aslan is in good hands when Michelle is taking care of him!
Cindy
May 18, 2024
Michelle is truly a cat whisperer. She coax my shy Margery out of her hidey hole and gave her plenty of lovings. sent me pictures every day and kept me informed.
Macarena
October 25, 2023
Michelle was amazing! she really cared for my cat as if she were hers! very responsive and I got high quality pictures, with amazing details of their visit.
Tara
November 29, 2023
Michelle was so pleasant and easy to work with and sent me lots of great pictures of my cat even when i was able to respond. So grateful for her care, I will definitely be booking with her again!
Lura
This month
Excellent experience with Michelle, as always. Will continue to hire her for all my cat-sitting needs :)
Virginia
This month
We have trusted Michelle with our kitties countless times and, once again, she went above and beyond! I would give her 7 starts if possible!
Guinevere
This month
Lia
July 21, 2026
Nikki
July 18, 2026
Katelyn
July 14, 2026
Emma
July 13, 2026
Shannon
July 1, 2026
Virginia
June 27, 2026
I've trusted Michelle with my cats countless times and I'll keep trusting her everytime I'm out of town. My 2 cats love her! thank you Michelle, you are the best!
Emma
June 23, 2026
Michael
June 15, 2026
Howard
May 14, 2026
Lia
May 12, 2026
Gracie
April 14, 2026
Gracie
March 22, 2026
Ellyn
March 2, 2026
Katelyn
February 23, 2026
Katelyn
February 17, 2026
Katelyn
February 5, 2026
Emma
December 30, 2025
Katelyn
December 28, 2025
Sophie
December 9, 2025
Emma
September 30, 2025
Teri
September 25, 2025
Sophie
September 8, 2025
Emma
July 8, 2025
Michelle always does a phenomenal job and pays great attention to detail. Highly recommend!
Michael
July 7, 2025
Michelle was wonderful! provided detailed updates and pictures. could not have gone smoother!
Shannon
July 2, 2025
Veronique
June 17, 2025
Shannon
June 12, 2025
Emma
May 29, 2025
Sarah
May 27, 2025
Lura
May 19, 2025
Lia
May 18, 2025
Michelle is awesome! She really cares about you kitties and takes care of them as if they were her own!
Cindy
May 17, 2025
My kitties adore Michelle. she takes time to brush and play with them. Outstanding service.
Katelyn
May 7, 2025
Susan
April 10, 2025
Michelle
March 28, 2025
Wonderful experience as always! I will definitely be booking Michelle again. The boys love her!
Shannon
March 6, 2025
Sophie
February 19, 2025
Hayes
February 9, 2025
Veronique
January 3, 2025
Emma
December 30, 2024
Michelle always goes above and beyond. I know by boys always look forward to seeing Michelle!
Alli
December 26, 2024
Jamie
December 10, 2024
Michelle was AMAZING and gave the best updates on Mookie. Definitely looking forward to booking her again!
Cindy
December 9, 2024
Michelle is a great cat sitter. my guys love her ❤️!!!
Veronique
December 8, 2024
Eudora
November 30, 2024
amazing always. Michelle is 15/10. medication master!!!
Lia
November 30, 2024
Lura
November 26, 2024
Lia
November 9, 2024
Michelle was wonderful as always!!
Kathryn
November 4, 2024
Maddie
September 22, 2024
Veronique
September 15, 2024
Emma
September 13, 2024
Shannon
September 10, 2024
Katelyn
September 10, 2024
Cindy
September 9, 2024
Hayes
September 8, 2024
Leah
August 29, 2024
Madeline
August 26, 2024
Lindsey
August 17, 2024
Lia
August 9, 2024
Michelle was great as usual!
Jennifer
July 29, 2024
Sophie
July 20, 2024
Michelle is purrrrfect!
Madeline
July 15, 2024
Mark And Julie
July 4, 2024
Madeline
July 3, 2024
Madeline
July 1, 2024
Madeline
June 23, 2024
Madeline
June 11, 2024
Jennifer
June 10, 2024
Madeline
June 5, 2024
Madeline
May 30, 2024
Tara
May 28, 2024
Michelle did another fantastic job watching Lucy, cannot recommend her enough!
Lia
May 25, 2024
Lia
May 15, 2024
Hayes
May 14, 2024
Kathryn
May 12, 2024
Cody
May 9, 2024
Michelle was absolutely phenomenal! She went above and beyond to communicate daily updates about Clancy and clearly cares very genuinely about taking care of our kitty babies. 100 out of 10, couldn't recommend enough!
Madeline
May 7, 2024
Suzanne
April 30, 2024
Lia
April 17, 2024
Madeline
April 9, 2024
Suzanne
April 8, 2024
Mark And Julie
March 27, 2024
Madeline
March 21, 2024
Madeline
March 18, 2024
Sophie
February 26, 2024
Michelle is a purrr-fect sitter. She sent me wonderful daily updates and pictures!
Sarah
February 24, 2024
Tara
February 23, 2024
Michelle did another fantastic job watching Lucy! Will definitely book again!
Madeline
February 23, 2024
Madeline
February 12, 2024
Tara
February 11, 2024
Michelle did a great job taking care of Lucy again! She is fantastic, cannot recommend her enough.
Susan
January 30, 2024
Madeline
January 29, 2024
Katelyn
January 29, 2024
Mark And Julie
January 28, 2024
Madeline
January 15, 2024
Licieli
January 3, 2024
Madeline
January 2, 2024
Tara
January 1, 2024
Katelyn
January 1, 2024
Emma
December 28, 2023
Words cannot express how pleased I was with Michelle. She took great care of my guys! She provided fantastic updates on the things she did and how my kitties were doing. Accompanying the updates were great photos, too! I will absolutely be reaching out in the future. I can't recommend her enough!
Kathryn
December 27, 2023
Madeline
December 11, 2023
Madeline
December 10, 2023
Taylor
November 28, 2023
My cats loved Michelle’s visits when I was away and got lots of pets and play time. I appreciated her quick responses and daily updates with pictures.
Madeline
November 26, 2023
Madeline
November 16, 2023
Madeline
November 9, 2023