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Sydney is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Sydney
Cat Sitting in Raleigh, NC
I'm comfortable with topical, oral, and eye medication. I've used all three with my own cats for regular preventive care, and when Maple came to us she had a bad upper respiratory infection so I got a lot of practice early on. If your cat needs medication, no worries at all.
I'm happy to follow whatever specific instructions you have for your cat's feeding, enrichment, and care. If they like to play I'll get some playtime in... Hi, I'm Sydney! I've loved cats my whole life and I've been cat sitting on Meowtel since 2023. Before that, I fostered for my local shelter, which is where I really got to learn how different every cat is and how to help nervous ones feel comfortable. At home I have two cats of my own, Danny (5) and Maple (3), who I've had since they were little.
I'm comfortable with topical, oral, and eye medication. I've used all three with my own cats for regular preventive care, and when Maple came to us she had a bad upper respiratory infection so I got a lot of practice early on. If your cat needs medication, no worries at all.
I'm happy to follow whatever specific instructions you have for your cat's feeding, enrichment, and care. If they like to play I'll get some playtime in. If they're a cuddle bug I will absolutely provide cuddles. If they'd rather keep their distance and just vibe, that's great too. I also love brushing cats and can do nail trims depending on how your cat feels about it.
As a fellow cat person, I love hearing all the details about other people's cats, and I'm happy to share the same in return. I like to give detailed updates and take a lot of photos every visit. Think wildlife photography, but your cat is the subject. If you want pictures and a full rundown of how your kitty is doing, I've got you covered.
Outside of cat sitting, I work remotely as a designer in health tech, so I'm home most days and have flexibility in my schedule. If my listed availability doesn't quite match what you need, feel free to message me and we can figure something out!
For new clients, I do a meet and greet before the first reservation so I can learn the lay of the land and meet your cat. Feel free to reach out and we'll get something set up!
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I've been cat sitting part-time here since 2023. I'm a cat owner and have fostered shelter cats and kittens in my home.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I just love interacting with cats and learning about their unique personalities. I also love giving cat owners a sense a peace and the security that their beloved little ones are being cared for.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Maple and Danny! Maple is a talkative dilute calico girl. Her biggest fear is FOMO. Her greatest love is dry food and treats. She will do a couple tricks I taught her for treats. Danny is a 'buff'(light orange) boy. He is very moody and intense, but he is a lovebug underneath it all. He likes to grumble a lot and will cuddle aggressively on his terms only.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
Anyone can request a cat sitting reservation with me. We'll chat over messages and set up a quick meet & greet where I visit and learn where all the cat stuff is, get whatever I need to get in and out of the home, and hopefully meet the cat(s).
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am usually in the area and available to cat sit during holidays. I love getting festive with the felines.
What is your favorite cat toy?
Da bird - super long wand toy with attachments my cats love. Da rat, da bee, and da mouse are all favorite attachments.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I listen to the owner first. Some shy cats can be warmed up with food and treats, some can be coaxed into playtime, and others just need their space. I always try to get eyes on the cats while I'm there, but sometimes I need to go by signs of life like empty food bowls for the best of hiders.
Medication Experience:
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Sydney is experienced with 3 types of medications
Check if Sydney services your area
Unfortunately, Sydney does not cover your area right meow.
Liliana
This month
Sydney took wonderful care of my cat, Abby, who has a very nervous and shy personality. She was incredibly patient and gentle, making sure Abby felt comfortable and safe while I was away. Sydney kept Abby’s routine running smoothly by cleaning and refilling the automatic feeder and maintaining the litter box, all without causing Abby any stress. What impressed me most was Sydney’s calm, reassuring presence. It gave me such peace of mind knowing Abby was in such caring and capable hands. I highly recommend Sydney to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate pet sitter, especially for pets who need a little extra patience and understanding.
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Myka
August 2, 2026
Sydney was fantastic. She did drop in visits for my two cats for 8 days while I was out of the country. Every day she let me know how each cat was doing and sent plenty of photos. I did not have to worry about my cats at all while I was away. Sydney was incredibly reliable and I couldn’t recommend her more.
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Tugce
January 4, 2026
Thanks to Sydney, we never had to worry about our cat while we were away. She took wonderful care of her and followed all of our instructions to the letter. She spent time playing with Boo Bear so she wouldn’t feel lonely, which meant so much to us. We were extremely happy with her care, and from now on, whenever we need a pet sitter for Boo Bear, Sydney will be the first person we reach out to.
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Jo
November 19, 2024
My babies were very happy and adequately cared for by Sydney, who is apparently an expert kitty action photographer! I have some really cute and very funny pictures from play time. Mani and Minerva can't wait to hang out with their new friend Sydney again! Will definitely have her as my kitty caretaker for future trips.
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Jessica
October 20, 2024
Sydney was the perfect cat sitter! She helped take care of my two kitties while I was on a quick trip. I only requested she pop in for a quick litter check & food refill but she went above and beyond staying to play with the friendly guy I have & sent fantastic photos. 10/10 would absolutely recommend.
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Amy
This month
My cat Rosie had an excellent time with Sydney! I appreciate that Sydney was so communicative about her time with Rosie and sent great pictures. Would highly recommend anyone book Sydney as a cat sitter.
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Drop in visits rates
Sydney'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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Sydney's holiday surcharge is 10%.
Drop in visits rates
Sydney's is 15%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Sydney's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Schedule Constraints
Unavailable most weekdays 9am-5pm (msg for exceptions)
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 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.
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
Liliana
This month
Sydney took wonderful care of my cat, Abby, who has a very nervous and shy personality. She was incredibly patient and gentle, making sure Abby felt comfortable and safe while I was away. Sydney kept Abby’s routine running smoothly by cleaning and refilling the automatic feeder and maintaining the litter box, all without causing Abby any stress. What impressed me most was Sydney’s calm, reassuring presence. It gave me such peace of mind knowing Abby was in such caring and capable hands. I highly recommend Sydney to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate pet sitter, especially for pets who need a little extra patience and understanding.
Myka
August 2, 2026
Sydney was fantastic. She did drop in visits for my two cats for 8 days while I was out of the country. Every day she let me know how each cat was doing and sent plenty of photos. I did not have to worry about my cats at all while I was away. Sydney was incredibly reliable and I couldn’t recommend her more.
Tugce
January 4, 2026
Thanks to Sydney, we never had to worry about our cat while we were away. She took wonderful care of her and followed all of our instructions to the letter. She spent time playing with Boo Bear so she wouldn’t feel lonely, which meant so much to us. We were extremely happy with her care, and from now on, whenever we need a pet sitter for Boo Bear, Sydney will be the first person we reach out to.
Jo
November 19, 2024
My babies were very happy and adequately cared for by Sydney, who is apparently an expert kitty action photographer! I have some really cute and very funny pictures from play time. Mani and Minerva can't wait to hang out with their new friend Sydney again! Will definitely have her as my kitty caretaker for future trips.
Jessica
October 20, 2024
Sydney was the perfect cat sitter! She helped take care of my two kitties while I was on a quick trip. I only requested she pop in for a quick litter check & food refill but she went above and beyond staying to play with the friendly guy I have & sent fantastic photos. 10/10 would absolutely recommend.
Amy
This month
My cat Rosie had an excellent time with Sydney! I appreciate that Sydney was so communicative about her time with Rosie and sent great pictures. Would highly recommend anyone book Sydney as a cat sitter.
Charlotte
July 6, 2025
Sydney was great! We had a short pre-visit to go over things and answer questions. She arrived on time for appointments and sent me photos and updates about my two kitties. She’s a sweet and responsible pet sitter. I recommend her!
Sinclair
April 28, 2024
Sydney was absolutely amazing with our two cats! She was able to get our shy boy out to play and no one else has ever done that before. She provided excellent updates and plenty of cute pictures of our kitties. I would book Sydney again and highly recommend her to any cat parents who need a sitter. 🥰
Lauren
October 19, 2025
Sydney is the best kitty sitter, spending quality time with my girls and sending routine updates and photos. She consistently allows me to travel with great piece of mind.
Myka
May 24, 2026
Sydney did a great job with my two cats and feral kitty! She sent plenty of photos and a nice lengthy update on how they were all doing.
Bonnie
March 16, 2024
My cat had such a great time with Sydney I’m not sure he realized I was gone 😂 Sydney took great care of him & the house, tackling the occasional mess with ease. Her photos were adorable and showed him doing some of his favorite things :) Thanks Sydney!
Myka
September 6, 2026
This is the third time I’ve used Sydney and she is fantastic! She is reliable and sends a lovely update on my cats plus plenty of photos.
Missy
December 31, 2023
Sydney was so great to our two kitties! She was able to get our older girl Stella out of her shell to play! She gave us daily updates and went above and beyond so we knew how our kitties were doing and feeling! The photos were amazing and we loved them. We can’t wait to use Sydney for cat-sitting again. It was such a load off to know they were taken care of and could just relax! Thank you Sydney!
Cecilia
January 28, 2024
Sydney was fantastic with our 3 cats! She sent plenty of adorable pictures and her updates were thorough, so I knew our fur babies were in great hands. I highly recommend Sydney, and I would welcome her back!
Lauren
April 21, 2024
Sydney gave me great piece of mind, sending me pictures and keeping me updated. She was kind, attentive and showed up for our first appointment on time. I would highly recommend Sydney and hope she’s available if I need her again in the not too distant future.
Lucas
June 5, 2026
Sydney is amazing! she takes perfect care of our cats. She send lots of funny pictures and we can tell she really takes time to play with our cats which is nice when we’re out of town for a long period of time.
Q
June 29, 2026
Sydney sent consistent and reassuring updates that really set my mind at ease. This was my first time booking a cat sitter and I am so grateful we were able to connect with her!
Tamra
May 27, 2024
Sydney took such good care of Ginger while we were away! We decided on a getaway short notice and Sydney was able to look after Ginger for the weekend no problem! We could tell by the detailed updates and pictures that Ginger was well taken care of and probably even a little spoiled while we were gone. 😻Would highly recommended!
Lauren
November 30, 2025
Sydney is always a true pleasure to have taking care of my kitties. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and would be very sad if she wasn’t available when I needed someone to sit with my girls.
Sophie
July 20, 2026
Sydney is fantastic--responsive, professional, and wonderful to work with. Our cat really appreciated all of the play time!
Kayla
September 1, 2025
Sydney is so sweet and my cats love her! She followed our instructions and always provided thorough updates (and great pictures!) 😊
Elijah
April 13, 2026
Sydney was a life-saver on short notice and took very attentive care of our two boys. We would have her back in a heartbeat.
Katie
January 15, 2024
Sydney was an awesome sitter for my two wild kitties! She took awesome photos and gave them plenty of playtime to get all of their energy out while I was away. I’m not sure my cats even knew I left!
Christina
This month
Amanda
This month
Felt very comfortable leaving my baby in Sydney’s care!
Claire
August 25, 2026
Sydney did another incredible job watching our cat, Elle! She sends the best update photos and takes great care of her. I highly recommend booking with her!
Claire
July 22, 2026
Sydney did another wonderful job watching our cat, Elle! She takes such great care of her, sends many updates and adorable pictures. I highly recommend booking with her!
Elijah
June 20, 2026
Kara
May 27, 2026
she was caring and attentive to the cats, and they all love her!
John
April 1, 2026
Lauren
March 21, 2026
as always, Sydney did an amazing job with my kitties and I would recommend her to everyone.
Claire
January 12, 2026
Sydney did another wonderful job with our cat, Elle! She is truly the best cat sitter and goes above and beyond to take care of her. We feel much better going on vacation knowing that our cat is in such great hands!
Lauren
December 30, 2025
The reservation was wonderful as always, Sydney is the best and I feel like I don’t want to leave my kitty girls with anyone else. She is a true godsend.
Kayla
December 23, 2025
Sydney always does a great job with our cats (and gets the pbest photos, too!)
John
December 6, 2025
Claire
September 2, 2025
Sydney did a wonderful job as always! Our cat Elle loves her!
Claire
July 1, 2025
As always, Sydney did a wonderful job watching Elle! She is the absolute best cat sitter!
Claire
May 25, 2025
Camryn
December 27, 2024
Sydney was AMAZING with my boys!!! She was so thoughtful in her updates and sent so many pics (all of which I have saved forever). Cannot recommend her enough- thank you!!!
Claire
October 3, 2024
Sydney did a wonderful job, as always!!
Claire
September 17, 2024
Sydney did another fantastic job with Elle! We really appreciate her taking such great care of our cat, and her updates are super detailed and have the best photos!
Claire
August 9, 2024
Sydney did another wonderful job with our cat Elle! Our cat is so comfortable around her. She sends detailed updates and adorable photos as well! She is the best, we highly recommend booking with Sydney!!
Lindsey
June 30, 2024
Claire
June 3, 2024
Sydney did another wonderful job taking care of Elle! Elle loves playing with her, and she's usually very shy around other people. She sends detailed updates with super cute photos as well. We highly recommend booking with Sydney, she's the best!
Lindsey
May 24, 2024
Claire
May 5, 2024
Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our cat, Elle, while we were away! She made sure Elle was well-fed, entertained, and happy. She was incredibly communicative and sent daily photo updates (of amazing quality), which we really appreciated! It was such a relief knowing Elle was in good hands. We highly recommend Sydney for any cat-sitting needs, and we'll be sure to book with her again in the future!
Kayla
March 11, 2024
wonderful experience! definitely would hire her again :)
Lindsey
February 19, 2024
Sydney was very responsive and easy to work with! The cats loved playing with her!
Lucas
February 18, 2024
Suzanne
February 6, 2024
Sydney was wonderful. She followed directions, gave loving care to Pepper and Willie, and provided thorough feedback and photos. I highly recommend Sydney!
Meowtel
December 8, 2023
Sydney is a background-checked cat sitter in the Raleigh area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.