I'm Somayah

The Haus Cats Of Nj

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

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

Somayah is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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The Haus Cats Of Nj

I'm Somayah

Cat Sitting in Elizabeth, NJ

Hi my name is Somayah, I am located in Elizabeth, NJ and offer cat sitting services in my surrounding area (Linden, Roselle, Roselle Park, Hillside, Union, Cranford, Westfield, Clark, Garwood, & Kenilworth). I am a mom to 3 beautiful cats named Oliver, Penelope, & Samuel. They are all under the ages of 8 years old and are my life.

I work full time in retail corporate and have been in the retail corporate world for about 11 years...
Hi my name is Somayah, I am located in Elizabeth, NJ and offer cat sitting services in my surrounding area (Linden, Roselle, Roselle Park, Hillside, Union, Cranford, Westfield, Clark, Garwood, & Kenilworth). I am a mom to 3 beautiful cats named Oliver, Penelope, & Samuel. They are all under the ages of 8 years old and are my life.

I work full time in retail corporate and have been in the retail corporate world for about 11 years. I was a previous shelter volunteer, dog foster, and dog adoption counselor for my local animal shelter (Friends of Linden Animal shelter) for about 2 years.

I am available mostly on the weekends but have some flexibility in the afternoons on Thursdays and Fridays as I work from home. Please feel free to message me as I may have flexibility to work around your schedule.


Looking forward to meeting you and your cat family !

Learn More About Somayah

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

I have been a cat sitter with Meowtel for 4 years now! I’ve worked with cats as young as 3 months and have also worked with senior cats.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

My favorite part about cat sitting is getting the perfect pic of my kitty clients and getting to send them to their parents while they’re away.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

My favorite cat sitting reservation has to be my first cat booking with Meowtel. It all started with a kitty named Kismet and the name says it all ! She started my Meowtel career and ever since then I have met so many other amazing cat families and kitty friends 💕.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 3 beautiful cats ! Ollie (6) Sammy (5) and Penelope (8). Ollie is my first cat ever and Penelope came after I met my husband. We ended up rescuing Sammy a year later and now we’re a happy family of 5 😊.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Clear communication is key ! Don’t be afraid and feel like you’re for asking for too much when it comes to special asks for your cat. We know all cats are special and all require specific needs.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I usually have a face time or in person meeting first to meet new cat parents and get to know their cat family. I like to learn what their kitty’s routines look like to assure I also keep it as close to what they are used to in their regular day to day.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Anjana

Anjana

May 24, 2026

5/5 ⭐️ Somayah was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. We hit it off immediately, and I felt completely comfortable with her caring for my cats. She took the time to come by for a meet-and-greet beforehand to get to know both me and my cats, which I really appreciated and showed how thoughtful and attentive she is. During the visits, she was incredibly thorough and caring - making sure they had plenty of playtime, treats, clean litter, and lots of attention. She kept me updated with detailed messages and the sweetest photos/videos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It was clear she genuinely cared about their comfort and happiness rather than just “checking in” on them. One of my cats can be a little shy at first, but Somayah was so patient and gentle that they both warmed up to her so quickly. You can tell she truly loves animals and understands their personalities. I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would trust her again in a heartbeat. Highly, highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone kind, reliable, communicative, and genuinely amazing with cats. Thank you so much again, Somayah! 💛

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Kimia

Kimia

December 9, 2025

Somayah is did such an amazing job with our anxious cat! She sent tons of photos and updates which we really appreciated. She is very thorough with her questions and it’s clear she really cares- we will definitely be booking again!

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Anjana

Anjana

This week

Absolutely incredible! This was our second time booking Somayah, and this time we were away for 10 days. She was an absolute angel with our boys and gave us so much peace of mind throughout the entire vacation. She is incredibly caring, attentive, reliable, and kept us constantly updated. We genuinely couldn’t have asked for anyone better. So, so grateful for her!

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Sasha

Sasha

August 19, 2026

My cat Edie (and I) love Somayah! I was able to actually relax while away knowing Edie was in good hands and receiving excellent care. Somayah was super communicative, spent lots of time playing, and provided wonderful updates each day. 😸💕

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Caroline

Caroline

December 1, 2024

Somayah is absolutely wonderful. Our kitties can be shy but took to her immediately and we felt they were going to be in great hands even before we left for our trip. Somayah updated us on every detail, sent us many photos and was thorough in their care. We are so excited to have found someone to rely on for future trips to take care of our kitties.

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Geoffrey

Geoffrey

September 4, 2023

Somayah was incredibly communicative throughout the Labor Day weekend we had her visiting our cat. She visited beforehand and took plenty of notes and then also kept us updated on how Leela was doing. It was our first time leaving the cat in the house since moving but we always felt like she was in good hands with Somayah visiting her, tossing her treats, giving her pill pockets, and giving her scritches.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$38.00 / 20min
$48.00 / 45min
$68.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$150.00 / Overnight

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Due to my full time job I am mostly available during the weekend and on Thursdays/ Fridays after 5pm. Please message me as I may be able to work around your schedule.

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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.

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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.

Elizabeth cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $28.00. 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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