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Small Paws Cat Sitting
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I'm Jessica
Cat Sitting in Palmyra, NJ
My name is Jessica Small, and I am dedicated to providing exceptional care for your feline friends. With years of experience and a true passion for cats, I understand their unique needs and personalities. I offer a warm, loving environment where your cat will feel safe and comfortable while you're away. From playtime to feeding and administering medication, I handle all aspects of cat care with the utmost professionalism. Your pet's well-being is my top priority, ensuring peace of mind for you. Choose Small Paws Cat Sitting for a reliable, personalized, and caring service.
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have 3 kitties myself. Jeter is 13 years old and loves to lounge put. Buddy is approximately the same age and he loves to play even if he has one eye only. Ortin is my little baby and she just turned two. She is a little menace but funny to watch.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
Every cat has a different personality. Listening to their owners who know them best would be my first step. While approaching any cat I know it's best to kneel down and get on their level and let them come to you. If they don't come to you then it's best to let them be until they are more comfortable with you. Depending on the instructions of the owners, I would try giving them treats or try to play with them if they have toys.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jessica is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Marisa
December 20, 2025
I couldn’t be happier with the care my cats Cannoli and Meatball received! Meatball is a diabetic cat; taking care of him requires reliability, attention to detail, and real compassion—and Jessica exceeded all expectations. From administering insulin on schedule to monitoring appetite and behavior, everything was handled with confidence and care. I received regular updates that gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. Both cats were calm, comfortable, and clearly well cared for when I returned. I would absolutely trust Jessica again and highly recommend her to anyone, especially those with pets who have special medical needs.
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Thanks Marisa, I loved taking care of Meatball and Canoli while you were away, happy to catsit for you anytime!
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Gina
February 17, 2026
Don't hesitate to use Jessica. This is my 4th time using her and I go away knowing my cats are well cared for. She even brought them Valentine treats. I have at least 2 more trips this year and she will be my go to sitter.
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Yesenia
This week
Very kind and responsive! She even brought her own toy that my cat ended up lovingggg. My cat has a hard time warming up to ppl and she immediately felt comfortable with Jessica. Highly recommend!!
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Gina
August 17, 2025
This is the second time I've used Jessica and this time for a full week. She was communicative and sent daily photos of my cats. She is now my go to anytime I travel. And she even stripped the guest room bed and started the wash, small thing but that is above and beyond. Please don't hesitate to use her.
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Kathy
December 23, 2025
Jessica was positively wonderful! Our little kitty was in caring and competent hands while we were away giving us peace of mind. She kept us informed daily with texts and photos.
Read moreResponse from Jessica
Thanks Kathy, Beanie was a delight to catsit. Happy to cat sit anytime for you!!
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Edwin
December 28, 2025
Was extremely last minute due to a delayed flight, Jessica was willing to go above and beyond and allow us to book an extra day to make sure our kitties were fed! Absolutely the best!
Read moreResponse from Jessica
Thanks Edwin for the honesty. Would be happy to cat sit again anytime 😊 Miss T and Hades are the sweetest kitties!!
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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.
Palmyra cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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
Marisa
December 20, 2025
I couldn’t be happier with the care my cats Cannoli and Meatball received! Meatball is a diabetic cat; taking care of him requires reliability, attention to detail, and real compassion—and Jessica exceeded all expectations. From administering insulin on schedule to monitoring appetite and behavior, everything was handled with confidence and care. I received regular updates that gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. Both cats were calm, comfortable, and clearly well cared for when I returned. I would absolutely trust Jessica again and highly recommend her to anyone, especially those with pets who have special medical needs.
Response from Jessica
Thanks Marisa, I loved taking care of Meatball and Canoli while you were away, happy to catsit for you anytime!
Gina
February 17, 2026
Don't hesitate to use Jessica. This is my 4th time using her and I go away knowing my cats are well cared for. She even brought them Valentine treats. I have at least 2 more trips this year and she will be my go to sitter.
Yesenia
This week
Very kind and responsive! She even brought her own toy that my cat ended up lovingggg. My cat has a hard time warming up to ppl and she immediately felt comfortable with Jessica. Highly recommend!!
Gina
August 17, 2025
This is the second time I've used Jessica and this time for a full week. She was communicative and sent daily photos of my cats. She is now my go to anytime I travel. And she even stripped the guest room bed and started the wash, small thing but that is above and beyond. Please don't hesitate to use her.
Kathy
December 23, 2025
Jessica was positively wonderful! Our little kitty was in caring and competent hands while we were away giving us peace of mind. She kept us informed daily with texts and photos.
Response from Jessica
Thanks Kathy, Beanie was a delight to catsit. Happy to cat sit anytime for you!!
Edwin
December 28, 2025
Was extremely last minute due to a delayed flight, Jessica was willing to go above and beyond and allow us to book an extra day to make sure our kitties were fed! Absolutely the best!
Response from Jessica
Thanks Edwin for the honesty. Would be happy to cat sit again anytime 😊 Miss T and Hades are the sweetest kitties!!
Edwin
November 30, 2025
Extremely hard working, made sure to message every night with updates on the cats and pictures. Even brought in packages on our doorstep!
Danielle
July 8, 2025
Jessica was very communicative and responsible. She assisted with caring for my cat including providing medication and eye drops. Would absolutely recommend!
Jim
July 7, 2025
Jessica was the best. She texted and sent pics of our kitties every single day. If she was unsure about something she reached out to us to help clarify the issue. If and when we go away again we surely willl want her again.
William
May 3, 2025
We needed someone on relatively short notice who could administer medication to one of our cats and Jessica came through for us. The photos she sent were adorable.
Response from Jessica
Had the pleasure of taking care of Boo and Nassau when William and his family was on vacation. The care instruction were easy to follow and their cat who needed oral medication was great receiving the medication.
Jacqueline
May 27, 2025
My first time using Meow Tel and was very pleased with the response time and the quality of care given to my cat. Jess kept me updated and did everything I asked. I felt like she understood my cat’s needs.
Jessica
May 1, 2025
Jessica took great care of our cats, visiting twice a day while we were out of town. She communicated well and left things tidy. We would definitely have her watch them again!
Response from Jessica
Brie and Mango were an absolute pleasure cat sitting. Jessica was available while she was away in case I had any questions. Jessica left extra bowls and utensils for the wet food. The litter box setup was nice/easy too.
Vaughn
December 7, 2024
Jessica was an excellent kitty caretaker for my cat Foo Foo! She was attentive, and did a great job getting her medication administered as needed twice a day. She provided great photos of Foo Foo, and detailed updates regarding her care and when she arrived and left my place. I highly recommend Jessica, and will likely hire her again!
Calyn
August 27, 2025
Jesica was great! She took wonderful care of Sophie while I was away and put my mind at ease in regards to the daily medication administration. Communication was excellent from day 1!
Gina
May 6, 2025
Great communication, cute photos and left the house the way she found it. I will be using her again!
Vaughn
February 9, 2025
Jessica did another amazing job looking after my cat while I was away. Excellent pictures, updates, care, and application of medications. Thank you so much Jessica!
Madi
December 9, 2025
We have used Meowtwl twice for separate travel for different pets. Once an elderly senior cat and once two hyper kittens. Both times were great!! Quality sitters you just need to find a good fit for your specific needs .
Vaibhav
October 20, 2025
Excellent communication and feedback. Kept us updated on how the cats were doing and sent pictures. Would absolutely book again in the future!
Vaibhav
August 11, 2025
Jessica was a wonderful sitter. end the extra mile to make sure we knew how our cats were doing. would absolutely book again in the future.
Gina
September 22, 2025
Another weekend away knowing that my kitties were in good hands with Jessica, this is the third time I have booked her.
Matt
December 30, 2024
Jess was great. my cats can sometimes be a bit difficult but she had no issues and they loved her. will absolutely be using her again when I need a sitter.
Kenny
August 31, 2025
Jessica was fantastic and took great care of my mom's cats. If we ever need her again, we'll gladly book her without question.
Kyle
February 2, 2026
Kathleen
January 20, 2026
Justin
January 4, 2026
Kathleen
January 3, 2026
Edwin
December 27, 2025
Jacqueline
December 3, 2025
everything went well thanks to Jessica’s sweet nature with our beloved Percy.
Kathleen
November 30, 2025
Maire
September 21, 2025
Jessica was fantastic. She looked after Bella beautifully which helped me enjoy my vacation without worry. We'll definitely contact Jessica next time we travel.
Sabrina
September 2, 2025
Justin
August 30, 2025
Rafal
August 26, 2025
Katherine
August 13, 2025
Cindy
October 3, 2024
Meowtel
July 9, 2024
Jessica is a background-checked cat sitter in the Palmyra area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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