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I'm Melissa

A cat sitter in Jersey City, NJ

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
8 REVIEWS

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I'm Melissa | Cat Sitting in Jersey City, NJ

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

What I love most about cat sitting is that I get o see so many different cat personalities and get to learn how do adapt to the different personalities. It is also so fun and rewarding to see shy cats get more comfortable around me and get to see their true personality and spunk shine through.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! I have a handsome little man named Leo. He is 9 years old and I adopted him almost 3 years ago after graduating from college. He is my child and I love him more than he could ever imagine. I also have my childhood cat, Jolene, that lives at home with my parents. I get to see her when I visit them and love holding her like a baby (see attached photos for an example lol).

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

Make sure you choose someone who you feel comfortable with being both in your home and in charge of caring for you kitty! Meet and greets are super helpful for determining if someone is the right fit for you. It allows you to get a feel for their personality & experience, and lets you ask any questions you may have. Even if the right fit is not me- that's perfectly fine! It's all about what makes you and your cat the most comfortable :)

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I think meet and greets are a great way to ensure safety of both the cats and the home as it gives me the opportunity to ask the owners any questions I may have. For example regarding the cats: do they have any medical conditions I should be aware of, is there anything that causes their cat(s) to become anxious/scared, are there any unusual places in the house that the cat likes to hide, and also if the cat likes to wander through open doors. I can then also ask about any home security I should be aware of, any safety issues in the surrounding area, and then also just general knowledge about the house. I like to be as prepared as I can ahead of time so that once the sitting reservation begins, I already know what to be on the lookout for.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am available during most holidays and am happy to work with clients to accommodate their specific needs during that time.

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

One reason I like to meet cats before sitting for them is because it gives me the ability to learn beforehand what helps them to feel more comfortable with my presence. Whether that’s introducing myself slowly or just giving the cat the space it desires while still being able to give them the care and attention they deserve, I am able to adapt to their needs. Having an anxious cat myself, I have learned different behaviors cats exhibit when uncomfortable such as growling, hiding, growing small, etc. and have learned how to help reduce those behaviors as well as his overall anxiety. I would incorporate this experience into the care of any cat I work with, anxious/timid or not.

Melissa's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Becki

Melissa watched our older boy Ernest. He is outgoing orange boy but can take a bit to warm up to new people. He warmed up to her so fast! She followed our instructions to the T and it was a real relief to know Ernest was being cared for well! She even sent us daily pictures for updates. A great sitter overall for sure.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 23, 2025
Jt

Melissa was absolutely amazing with my boys! Sent me great updates and was always super responsive. As well as made sure Rudy got his meds. I would recommend her highly to anyone looking for a cat sitter. She’s the best!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 17, 2025
Jt

melissa is a great choice to take care of your cat! she was great with Rudy and George and super understanding when things popped up. Will book her again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
February 25, 2025
Nicole

Melissa was an AMAZING cat sitter and all around sweet person! We have two cats and she treated them like they were her own. She sent us photos with her time with them every day. Sometimes Melissa spent more time with them than was warranted, so I TRULY appreciated that! If you want a dependable and responsible cat sitter for your littles, she’s your girl! Thanks Melissa!! ❤️❤️

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
February 24, 2025
Meowtel

Melissa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Pittsburgh area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

February 4, 2025
Emily

Melissa is a trustworthy, kind, fun individual who is down to help in any kind of situation. Her big heart makes her such a great person to interact with on the daily.

February 4, 2025
Logan

Melissa is a wonderful choice for a cat sitter! She has a cat of her own that she loves so much, and she treats all cats (and people) she interacts with in a very respectful manner. She is great with time management, clear and quick in her communication, trustworthy, reliable, and attentive. Melissa is compassionate, loves caring for cats, and would be a fantastic choice to care for anyone’s pets!

February 4, 2025
Victoria

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
March 26, 2025

Melissa's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $28.00 / 20min $43.00 / 45min $58.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $90.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Melissa's Holiday Surcharge is 10%
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Melissa's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Jersey City cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $31.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

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