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I'm Jess
Cat Sitting in Jersey City, NJ
Cat-first Care | Open Communication and Updates | Treating Pets like Family
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting for about 23 years for friends’ cats and excited to expand my platform here. Some cats I have known and others were strangers.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I enjoy spending time with a variety of cats as a big animal lover. Spending time with animals is part of my self care of what fuels me as a person.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I love playful to shy cats. Overall I have enjoyed all experiences in different ways. I have learned a lot from each interaction.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have one kitty named Cinderella. Cin is 14 years old and she rescued me when she was 3 months old at an animal shelter. She is a wonderful happy cat.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
I would advice them to ask a lot of questions as you want to ensure whoever you select you are comfortable with and trust them.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
My typical process for working with a new car parent is ensuring my door is open for all questions prior to a meet and greet and at it. I promote transparency and ensure all instructions are covered to a T. I want to ensure the cat(s) and their parents are taken care of and happy.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I am very gentle with them and give them space. I focus on establishing trust and respect. If I want to recommend or bring over a new toy I discuss with the parent first. Want to ensure there are no health risks.
Are you usually available during holidays?
My availability during the holidays varies as depends on the holiday. I tend to be around here and there for Thanksgiving and the end of the year holidays as depends if I have family coming to town .
What is your favorite cat toy?
I love the laser point and the mouse toys on the sticks as I have found these toys resonate well with most cats. Bonus they are entertaining for me too.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I ensure to give them space. I’ll talk to them warmly from afar and work to gain their trust. I work on the cats terms.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jess is experienced with 1 type of medications
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Andrew
This month
Jess helped us took care of two cats for a few days. Overall she was very attentive, thorough, and kind to our cats. We had a complex setup where our two cats are permanently separated and she had to switch their locations every visit. Nevertheless she followed all our instructions closely and sent us detailed updates during each visit, so we could travel at ease. She left our apartment in a clean state and washed all the pet bowls. We won't hesitate to ask her to help again the next time we're out of town.
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Louise
January 14, 2026
Jess has been wonderful with our cat—so much play and cuddles! She kept us updated on everything, from how he’s doing to his food and litter. We felt really happy and completely stress-free. 100% recommendation
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Mark
This month
reservation went great and was easy to book. Jess kept me well informed while I was away and the cat was great upon my return. Will use again!
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glad to hear it and enjoyed spending time with your kitty. I’d welcome a future sitting .
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Louise
April 12, 2026
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January 14, 2026
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December 28, 2025
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Jess's is 5%
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
Jess's holiday surcharge is 5%.
Drop in visits rates
Jess'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
Jess'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.
Jersey City cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $32.00. 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
Andrew
This month
Jess helped us took care of two cats for a few days. Overall she was very attentive, thorough, and kind to our cats. We had a complex setup where our two cats are permanently separated and she had to switch their locations every visit. Nevertheless she followed all our instructions closely and sent us detailed updates during each visit, so we could travel at ease. She left our apartment in a clean state and washed all the pet bowls. We won't hesitate to ask her to help again the next time we're out of town.
Response from Jess
thank you! it was an enjoyable experience. I’d welcome future sittings
Louise
January 14, 2026
Jess has been wonderful with our cat—so much play and cuddles! She kept us updated on everything, from how he’s doing to his food and litter. We felt really happy and completely stress-free. 100% recommendation
Mark
This month
reservation went great and was easy to book. Jess kept me well informed while I was away and the cat was great upon my return. Will use again!
Response from Jess
glad to hear it and enjoyed spending time with your kitty. I’d welcome a future sitting .
Louise
April 12, 2026
Louise
January 14, 2026
Louise
December 28, 2025
Mike
November 16, 2025
Jess did great job making our cats feel taken care of while we were gone. We would be excited to have her help again!
David
October 29, 2025
She is very experienced with my elderly cat and was able to administer daily meds and evaluate her litter box very well. She kept me updated multiple times a day and genuinely loves cats. My cat and I could not be more thankful for having her take care of us. She is the best.
Jackie
October 29, 2025
Jess is amazing! As a cat owner herself, she takes so much pride in caring for others', including my cats over the years. She is an exceptional person who is kind, caring and very responsible!
Meowtel
October 29, 2025
Jess is a background-checked cat sitter in the Jersey City area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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