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Compassionate Care For Every Whisker

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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

Joy is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management

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Compassionate Care For Every Whisker

I'm Joy

Cat Sitting in Contoocook, NH

Cats have always held a very special place in my heart. I recently said goodbye to my Calico queen Bodie after 16 wonderful years together, so I understand how deeply these souls become part of our families. I am a Certified Animal Hospice Practitioner and Small Animal Massage Therapist, so I am skilled with handling the needs of senior cats too. I believe cat sitting should happen on a cat's terms and I know how to quietly earn their trust. I let them inspect me and allow them to make the first move... Cats have always held a very special place in my heart. I recently said goodbye to my Calico queen Bodie after 16 wonderful years together, so I understand how deeply these souls become part of our families. I am a Certified Animal Hospice Practitioner and Small Animal Massage Therapist, so I am skilled with handling the needs of senior cats too. I believe cat sitting should happen on a cat's terms and I know how to quietly earn their trust. I let them inspect me and allow them to make the first move. Respecting cat boundaries is a must! I love to caretake any and all of their needs including, refreshing water, food, any meds that you require be administered with careful instructions, litterbox care and anything else your kitty needs to be happy and healthy while you are not home. What sets me apart is the combination of professional animal-care education and a very personal understanding of the human-animal bond. I'm calm, nurturing, dependable, detail-oriented, and a little silly when a cat chooses me and tells me it is time to play!

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love earning a cat's trust, learning their unique personality, and making them feel safe, content, and genuinely loved. There is no better feeling than being chosen by a cat!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I just recently lost my Bodie after loving her for 16 years. The loss is so deep in my heart as well as in the house. I want to sit with the loss of her presence for a bit before I move to adopt another beauty but I am also very open to another one of these beautiful souls finding me.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

It starts before I even enter their space by making sure my energy is calm and peaceful because they can absolutely sense our stress and anxiety. I never rush into their space. I walk calmly and speak quietly and in a soft and soothing tone. I will sit on the floor with soft energy and let them investigate me on their terms and for however long they need. Nothing can ever be rushed.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$23.50 / 20min
$35.50 / 45min
$46.50 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$60.50 / Overnight
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Drop in visits rates

$23.50 / 20min
$35.50 / 45min
$46.50 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$60.50 / Overnight
Calendar updated 9 days ago
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Overnight Availability
Joy's Holiday Surcharge Applies
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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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  • Joy brings Certified Animal Hospice Practitioner care for senior cats, plus meds like pills, eye and ear drops, topical ointments, and injections. She recently said goodbye to Bodie, so she understands how deeply cats matter, and she welcomes new clients. 🐾

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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.

Contoocook cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $23.00. 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!

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