I'm Erika

Erika The Cat Whisperer

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81 Repeat clients
250+ Meowtel reservations completed
250+ Meowtel reservations completed
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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

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Erika The Cat Whisperer

I'm Erika

Cat Sitting in Jersey City, NJ

Hi there! My name is Erika, but my friends call me the crazy cat lady. I am obsessed with cats and I treat them as my babies. I love to cuddle with them and spoil them as much as I can.

If someone were to ask me what my dream job is I would say cat sitting as well as opening a cat cafe!!

I have three cats, a tuxedo and a tabby short hair and a Siamese named Kitty, Mia and Sol. I found Mia at a very vulnerable stage. Barely having their eyes open, indicating that they weren’t even a week or two old. I learned to bottle feed and stimulate their bottom to help them poop. I then trained them to use the litter box which required A LOT of patience, but it was totally worth it. She is now two and she is happy and healthy...
Hi there! My name is Erika, but my friends call me the crazy cat lady. I am obsessed with cats and I treat them as my babies. I love to cuddle with them and spoil them as much as I can.

If someone were to ask me what my dream job is I would say cat sitting as well as opening a cat cafe!!

I have three cats, a tuxedo and a tabby short hair and a Siamese named Kitty, Mia and Sol. I found Mia at a very vulnerable stage. Barely having their eyes open, indicating that they weren’t even a week or two old. I learned to bottle feed and stimulate their bottom to help them poop. I then trained them to use the litter box which required A LOT of patience, but it was totally worth it. She is now two and she is happy and healthy.

I volunteer for a non-profit organization near my hometown to help remove homeless cats from the streets. I have experience with FIV cats, and other cats with common diseases like ringworm, ear mites, and UTI. As well as taking care of three litters and making sure the mommas were healthy to feed.

I am from Hudson County but willing to drive wherever I can help. I speak Spanish and English. I can work with you a day or two in advance to best accommodate you and your fur baby!

Outside of cat-sitting, I enjoy traveling, finding cute coffee shops (cat cafes too!), talking about cats, watching the sunset, and feeding stray cats. I always have cat food with me just in case.

I am mostly available for morning feeds anytime between 6am-9am, and
evening feedings from 8pm and so on depending on your locations…. 😸😸
but if those hours don’t work, shoot me a message and I can see if your dates match my flexible days! (for afternoon and 2x visits)

Would love to lend a hand watching over your babies and look forward to meeting new cats!


Skills:

Shelter Volunteer

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Attention to Detail
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Communication
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Tidiness
Natalie

Natalie

January 30, 2026

I cannot recommend Erica highly enough. Leaving my senior cat, who has different needs, always gives me extreme anxiety, but Erica immediately put me at ease. Erika was kind, personable, responsive, and incredibly attentive. While I was away, my cat had a medical decline, and Erica went above and beyond including staying later than scheduled during an emergency and providing genuine care, patience, and love. She sent thoughtful updates that truly mattered to me. She also cared for my outdoor cats without hesitation. Knowing all my pets were safe and supported made all the difference. Erica is truly the best of the best!

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Ceridwynne

Ceridwynne

January 9, 2026

I'm honestly having a hard time articulating how much we appreciate Erika. My husband and I were among the thousands who were stranded in the Caribbean after January 3rd. Erika remained incredibly responsive and flexible and stepped in and continued taking care of our cat for 5 days more than originally scheduled. She was sympathetic and responsive and gave us consistent updates. She even watered our plants for us. I can't recommend her highly enough.

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Cindy

Cindy

January 15, 2026

Erika is an amazing sitter! She has been super communicative, positive, and so kind to our fur babies. She did such a great job sitting for us, was attentive and followed instructions, and went above and beyond even helping to fix our security camera when the cats knocked it down and helping to water our plants. Definitely would book her again for our future cat sitting needs and recommend her to everyone in the area!

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Theresa

Theresa

January 4, 2026

Erika was amazing with our cat Teddy! She sent daily updates with great photos and took wonderful care of him. Would definitely recommend Erika to any cat parents!

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Hannah

Hannah

This week

Our cats adore Erika! She meets them where they are (one friendly, one shy), follows instructions perfectly, and gives us reassurance that they’re well taken care of while we are gone. She is fantastic!

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Linda

Linda

February 11, 2026

Erika did a wonderful job of looking after our three very shy and very sensitive cats! She was a last minute substitute for our usual sitter so I was nervous how they would react, but they warmed right up to her! Erika took excellent care of them and was great about keeping us updated during each visit which made it much easier to relax and enjoy our vacation. I would absolutely recommend her! 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🐈

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$33.00 / 20min
$48.00 / 45min
$68.00 / 60min
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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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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 $30.00. 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!

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257 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)