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I'm Xunzi
Cat Sitting in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
My name is Rita, I would love the opportunity to pamper your furry friends and will love them like my own! I am a pet owner myself, and I know how important it is to have someone you can trust to care for your furry friends while you are away. I am here to help! I wo... Hi there! Thank you for checking out my profile😺.
My name is Rita, I would love the opportunity to pamper your furry friends and will love them like my own! I am a pet owner myself, and I know how important it is to have someone you can trust to care for your furry friends while you are away. I am here to help! I would be happy to answer any questions you have and discuss your needs in more detail.
I have a flexible working schedule and am currently working from home most days of the week. My schedule can also be adjusted for pets that have special needs.
I am based in Hasbrouck Heights NJ and services all surrounding cities
Learn More About Xunzi
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I started pet sitting professionally in Nov 2022! I am blessed to meet and care for over 100 fur babies and counting!
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love to meet them and getting to know them. Cats’ affection usually doesn’t come naturally, so winning their trust is like an accomplishment for me!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I currently have two kitties myself, one boy and one girl! Their names are peanut butter and chairman Miao❤️ Peanut butter is a domestic shorthair calico and Miao Miao is a Maine coon.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
For timid and anxious cats, the trick is to never force yourself onto them, earn trust slowly and let them comes to you. What I usually do is to be in the same space with them, talk quietly and always offer treats as a good gesture.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Xunzi is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Ivan
January 10, 2026
Xunzi was awesome with our kitties. We had a plumbing emergency while we were out of town and Xunzi was great at communicating, and worked with our neighbors to leave keys in the lock so the plumber could get in.
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Ying
December 29, 2025
Xunzi is absolutely amazing! She arranged a phone call prior to the visits and sorted out all the details. During the visits, she sent me updates and pictures each step of the way. She’s not only reliable and attentive to the details, the most important thing is that my cat loves her!
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John
November 15, 2025
Rita did great taking care of my kitty while I was gone! She made sure to let me know when she was on her way, sent me plenty of photo and video updates, and even cleaned up the mess that my kitty left in between her visits. Everything went as well as I could have hoped!
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Gwen
July 27, 2024
This was our first time using a cat sitter, I was so nervous about leaving my 2 babies! Xunzi is timely and communicative. She always let me know when she's coming over, followed the instructions I left for kitty care exactly, and played with them nicely. She sent pictures and videos at every visit. One of my cats is very shy and Xunzi was very patient and kind with her. Xunzi took the time to get to know my girls and really seemed to care. I highly recommend Xunzi, she is dependable and reliable.
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Becca
June 24, 2024
I can't recommend Xunzi enough! She gave us a heads up whenever she was on her way to see our cat, gave plenty of updates, and gave our girl some much needed love.
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Ashley
November 30, 2025
Rita was very nice and attentive to the cats. She followed all our instructions and was very quick with communication.
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Xunzi'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
Xunzi's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Xunzi'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
Xunzi's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Hasbrouck Heights cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $27.00. 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 free 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 free Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Ivan
January 10, 2026
Xunzi was awesome with our kitties. We had a plumbing emergency while we were out of town and Xunzi was great at communicating, and worked with our neighbors to leave keys in the lock so the plumber could get in.
Ying
December 29, 2025
Xunzi is absolutely amazing! She arranged a phone call prior to the visits and sorted out all the details. During the visits, she sent me updates and pictures each step of the way. She’s not only reliable and attentive to the details, the most important thing is that my cat loves her!
John
November 15, 2025
Rita did great taking care of my kitty while I was gone! She made sure to let me know when she was on her way, sent me plenty of photo and video updates, and even cleaned up the mess that my kitty left in between her visits. Everything went as well as I could have hoped!
Gwen
July 27, 2024
This was our first time using a cat sitter, I was so nervous about leaving my 2 babies! Xunzi is timely and communicative. She always let me know when she's coming over, followed the instructions I left for kitty care exactly, and played with them nicely. She sent pictures and videos at every visit. One of my cats is very shy and Xunzi was very patient and kind with her. Xunzi took the time to get to know my girls and really seemed to care. I highly recommend Xunzi, she is dependable and reliable.
Becca
June 24, 2024
I can't recommend Xunzi enough! She gave us a heads up whenever she was on her way to see our cat, gave plenty of updates, and gave our girl some much needed love.
Ashley
November 30, 2025
Rita was very nice and attentive to the cats. She followed all our instructions and was very quick with communication.
Jacinda
April 21, 2024
Xunzi was (as always) amazing with my cat. She sent frequent updates and photos and wrnt above and beyond to look out for any accidents (kitty was sick before I left) and clean poop that had tracked outside the litter box. My blind cat is very shy but adores Xunzi, and I can’t think of anyone better to use but her in the future!
Courtney
December 5, 2023
Cat-fantastic ! My fur babies were over the moon and in love with Xunzi! They were feline fine all throughout their kitty sitting. Xunzi went above and beyond! She cleaned the kitty boxes and their dishes everyday-- even offering to vacuum and take out the trash too! She played with them to their hearts' content and spoiled them with their favorite treats! She made fast friends with them too! They got a lot of cuddle time in! They loved sitting on her lap and getting pets all day long! I'm more than sure they'll be missing her and vying for her attention the next time we need a kitty sitter! Xunzi also gave us loads of regular text updates, pictures and videos! We were never worried about out fur babies at all during our trip! Thank you Xunzi! You made them a fun mini stay-cation for our kitties!
Amy
April 2, 2024
Xunzi was really communicative and responded quickly. She was thoughtful and patient with some hiccups while we were away. She got my scared kitten to play with her and made sure all the kitties were well cared for. They all seemed in a very positive/relaxed mood whenever we checked the cans and when we got home.
Jacinda
June 9, 2024
Another stellar sit by Xunzi! She even cleaned up vomit and was very conscientious about monitoring them. She also cleaned up after my messy foster cat and always leaves the home so clean, as if she was never there. She’s the best!
Jacinda
May 21, 2024
Xunzi is my go-to sitter because of her conscientiousness and reliability. She always responds quickly and sends updates/photos, and this time, she also took care of my new foster cat, who has some behavioral issues and is very messy with her litter box. She warmed up to Xunzi right away, and Xunzi sent videos of her exploring the home for the second time! She also cleaned up very well after my cats, as usual. Highly recommend!
Jacinda
March 31, 2024
Xunzi was very responsive and sent many updates and photos throughout the days. She was also kind enough to gently clean my blind kitty’s eyes. I would highly recommend and will definitely use her again.
Cassandra
December 24, 2023
Xunzi was the best !! my cat is super shy and Xunzi had to put a spell on her because she LOVED her. Extremely happy with her service. Went out her way to help with the water fountain and liter box and it was super appreciated !
Xinyu
November 30, 2023
The reservation went great! Xunzi is very great at keep me updated with photos! She is detail oriented and prepped ahead before the visit!! 354 was in great hand!
Sarang
May 25, 2024
Xunzi was the best! Very thoughtful and thorough throughout the time she was watching Henry. Amazing photos and very detailed updates to help us feel very comfortable while we were away. Will definitely be having her watch Henry next time we need a sitter. Thank you again!
Tiffany
January 3, 2024
Xunzi was absolutely fantastic! She was always very responsive and took many photos of my kitty while I was away which eased my stress so much. This was my first time having a cat sitter, and she nailed it, I will definitely be using her services in the future.
Alley
December 27, 2023
Xunzi was very communicative from the moment I booked my appointments. During the meeting and greet she was extremely friendly and my cats warmed up to her immediately. During the visits she sent tons of potos and updates. She went above and beyond keeping my place clean as well. I will definitely reach our again!
Ventura
March 15, 2024
Xunxi is an Absolute 5 Star Cat Sitter. A true professional with real time updates about the visit with several pictures and videos. We absolutely trust Xunxi so you can rest well knowing that your little family members are in great hands.
Naomi
January 23, 2024
Xunzi was an exceptional cat sitter. She consistently maintained excellent communication, sending daily photos and providing detailed updates. Even though our cat may be a bit hesitant and protective with strangers, she took great care of her. I highly recommend Xunzi and would definitely use her services again.
Chin
January 5, 2024
Xunzi is a professional caring cat sitter who puts your cats above and beyond. Her daily reports, pics and videos put me at ease when I was traveling for more than 2 weeks. Thank you and highly recommended.
Jeff
August 3, 2024
This is my second reservation with Xunzi and, as usual, she went above and beyond to accommodate me and my cat. She is such a nice and thoughtful sitter — I am so grateful to her for taking such good care of Boots while I was away. Thank you Xunzi!
Stephen
November 22, 2023
I am a first time user of Meowtel. We had an outstanding experience with Xunzi. Her communication was exceptional, keeping us constantly updated while we were away. Not only did she take care of our cat Luna, but she went above and beyond to ensure Luna felt loved and comfortable.
Christine
December 25, 2023
Great communication and prompt responses. I felt very safe and assured with Xunzi as my cat's caretaker. would definitely request her again in the future.
Kristina
This month
Rita was AMAZING! I could not have asked for a better communicator! Even with my anxious kitty, she was patient and understanding. I cannot thank Rita enough ❤️
Judith
May 7, 2024
Xunzi is an amazing cat caretaker! My usually shy kitties adore her. When we returnedvfrom our trip, our kitties were happy and relaxed. Highly recommend!
Howard
January 1, 2024
Xunzi became friendly with my two shy anxious cats very quickly! She took such great care of my girls and made me feel secure while abroad that the cats were being cared after well. Highly recommend!
Cody
This week
Howard
This month
Ivan
This month
Jupiter
April 28, 2026
John
April 13, 2026
Sarang
January 4, 2026
Jeremy
December 29, 2025
Miguel
December 9, 2025
Rita, as always, was great! Very responsive and gave Nancy great care.
Neil
September 1, 2025
John
October 5, 2024
John
September 24, 2024
Agostina
August 25, 2024
John
August 19, 2024
John
August 10, 2024
Miguel
August 8, 2024
Xunzi was great at comunicating and we can’t wait to take care of Nancy again!
Howard
August 4, 2024
John
August 1, 2024
Amy
July 30, 2024
Love working with xunzi! I can trust her and she communicates well!
Miguel
July 25, 2024
John
July 25, 2024
Stephen
July 21, 2024
very happy and appreciative of Xunzi’s help! she is great with communication and very thoughtful when taking care of Luna
John
July 13, 2024
Adam
June 29, 2024
Adam
June 24, 2024
Xunzi is great! Took wonderful care of Misu and brought her out of her shell. Provided great updates and was very flexible with my ever evolving schedule. highly recommend!
Gihyun
June 20, 2024
Howard
June 4, 2024
Courtney
May 21, 2024
Danny
May 14, 2024
Howard
May 5, 2024
Denis
April 15, 2024
Howard
April 8, 2024
Judith
April 6, 2024
Xunzi is a fantastic cat caretaker! She is very detailed-oriented with excellent communication skills. My cats felt very comfortable with her. I was able to relax knowing she was looking after my cats.
Miguel
March 15, 2024
Howard
March 11, 2024
Kathleen
February 4, 2024
Xunzi was amazing! My cat loves her, and knowing she was taking care of her gave me great peace of mind to enjoy my vacation.
Howard
February 3, 2024
Courtney
January 12, 2024
Audrey
January 4, 2024
Alexandra
January 3, 2024
Xunzi did an excellent job taking care of my cat. My cat can be slow to warm up to people, but seemed to warm up to Xunzi very quickly. Xunzi was also very conscientious and sent frequent updates with pictures and videos. I will definitely be asking her to care for my cat again!
Jen
January 3, 2024
Xunzi was the best! she took great care of Dax while we were away and sent lots of photos and videos every day when she visited. Thank you!!
Jeff
January 1, 2024
Xunzi did a great job with Boots! Will definitely be reserving with her again. thank you
Danny
December 27, 2023
Courtney
December 11, 2023
Kathleen
November 25, 2023
Kalendra
November 6, 2023
Xunzi was very responsive and kind and went beyond our expectations. She was also very kind and made sure our kitties were taken care of! I’d hire her again the future. :)
Response from Xunzi
Thank you for trusting me to take care of them and happy that I could help!!
Meowtel
October 13, 2023
Xunzi is a background-checked cat sitter in the Union City area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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