Sydel The Kitty Auntie
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Repeat clients: 27
Response time: 11 min
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I'm Sydel

A cat sitter in Raleigh, NC

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
102 REVIEWS

You aren't charged until Sydel confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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Over 70,000 happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Sydel | Cat Sitting in Raleigh, NC

I've loved cats all my life - to me they are the sweetest, most beautiful and loving creatures. I love and respect kitties and I believe to do so, we have to love them on their terms. I'm a bit of a cat behavior nerd, and I've watched all of Jackson Galaxy's (the cat whisperer) shows. I have been called a cat whisperer myself, and easily make friends with strays, shy kitties, "mean" (personally, I don't believe in mean cats, and will fight anyone who blames poor behavior on the cat) kitties, picky kitties... You name it! I have owned cats most of my life, and I have also volunteered at the ASPCA as a cat matchmaker. Currently I own two sweet siamese mix kitties who I raised from kittenhood and trained to the best of my ability. My own cats can do tricks (when they feel like it 😹), go outside on a harness, and have gone to petco with me in my kitty kangaroo pouch or in their cat backpack. I believe in enriching their lives as much as possible, but within their comfort zone. Recently, my cat Ruby has had some medical issues🩹, so I'm experienced with giving kitties tablet or liquid medicine �...

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

I've been cat sitting through Meowtel for 1.5 years, but I've been a cat lover since I can remember, and have always been involved in cat sitting or volunteering with cats.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love making friends with new cats and getting to play and get lots of snuggles 😻.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

One of the most rewarding experiences for me is when I have lots of time to interact with a cat, and I'm able to bond with them - especially when I put in the time with a very shy kitty, and they open up to me ❤️

Sydel's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Eudora

Sydel is amazing. She was able to help me out with my two boy kitties on super short notice. She is incredibly thoughtful, kind, thorough, and competent. One of my babies was recently diagnosed with cancer and is on a ton of medication including chemo. Sydel kept a really close eye on him, monitoring how much he ate and even his pees and poops! Sydel administered his medicine and went above and beyond to try and make him comfortable (and to make sure I was comfortable!!) Sydel is a great sitter and an even better teammate— she cares for your animals as if they were her own. I will definitely be booking her again!

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Response from Sydel on Sep 30, 2024 "🥹 Wow that's such a kind review, Dory! Team Chirpa & Wicket furever ❤️❤️❤️"
September 21, 2024
Stephanie

Sydel was wonderful with my cat 🐈 who is sometimes shy at first. Sydel updated me the whole time she was in my home with my cat. Sydel took wonderful pictures and took such care 🥰 in getting him to take his medication. Sydel made my cat feel very special and made me feel better about being away from him.😀🐱

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Response from Sydel on Sep 18, 2024 "Thanks so much, Stephanie! Punk is such a delightful little guy 😻"
September 17, 2024
Diane

In what ended up being a challenging situation with one of our cats, Sydel was a consummate professional. She was also excellent in her interactions with our cats and in her communications with us. I recommend her highly.

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Response from Sydel on Sep 5, 2024 "Thank you Diane! That means a lot to me. I'm so glad I could help support your family and kitties ❤️"
September 5, 2024
Michelle

Sydel is fantastic! She truly cares about cats and kittens. Her patience and compassion is remarkable. Many thanks for another successful cat care. :) 5-stars every time!

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September 2, 2024
Jack

Sydel's an amazing sitter. I really appreciate how well she took care of Saphira and how attentive she is at noticing if something was wrong with my cat. Great photos as well!

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August 22, 2024
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Sydel's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Inhalers

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $30.00. 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.

Sydel The Kitty Auntie
5.00 • 102 reviewsFrom $30.50