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Joyce is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Joyce
Cat Sitting in Plainfield, NJ
I like to give extra playtime and snuggles to all of my feline clients 😸. I have experience with bottle feeding kittens, giving medication to felines, interacting with feral cats, and I'm TNR certified.
My name is Joyce but my friends call me Jae. I was born and raised around cats all of my life. Now, I have two indoor ca... Hello,
I like to give extra playtime and snuggles to all of my feline clients 😸. I have experience with bottle feeding kittens, giving medication to felines, interacting with feral cats, and I'm TNR certified.
My name is Joyce but my friends call me Jae. I was born and raised around cats all of my life. Now, I have two indoor cats (Gizmo and Archie) both were feral cats that transitioned to domestic cats with a lot of TLC. I also feed a colony of cats and keep shelters in my backyard for them.
My primary job is being a Registered Nurse. I care for cats and humans. I love helping all walks of life.
I look forward to meeting you and your special felines.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have 40+ years of engaging with felines. I love cat sitting because I get to meet new cats and there families. I've been cat sitting for 20 years.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes, I have 2 indoor cats named Gizmo and Archie. I also have a colony of cats that I feed as well. Their names are Mr. Gray, Silky Johnson, Slinky, Mango, BB, and Snarf Snarf.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I let the cat take the lead and proceed accordingly. I will give the cat as much space as he/she needs to feel comfortable and safe.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Joyce is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Marianne
November 8, 2025
Joyce was great with my two carts. She was very thorough in our meet and greet and had great questions (clearly has experience and knows what to ask watching other’s cats!) My cats have tendency of throwing up what they eat, and I was hoping they would be good for the week Joyce stopped by. Unfortunately she got stuck cleaning up their throw up several times and always reported about it. She also brought in our packages and generally was great about watching our place. Would definitely trust her to watch my girls again.
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Marianne
This week
We’ve had the pleasure of having Joyce watch our cats a few times when we’ve been out of town. She is so great with our two cats. Our shyer one has even started coming out for her and letting her brush her! Can’t recommend her enough!
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Marla
January 20, 2026
I have used Joyce as my trusted cat sitter several times and by far she is the BEST cat sitter I have ever had. She is patient, reliable, trustworthy and provides amazing care for both my cats. I can always count on her to share pictures and provide updates. It is only because of Joyce that I can relax while I'm away from my feline fur babies. I would recommend her a hundred times over. You will NEVER be disappointed. Thank you Joyce for always taking perfect care of Harley and Riley.
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Deborah
July 31, 2025
My cats are not used to anyone but me, and Joyce even got my two very shy girls to come out to see her She was great I got many pics and movies! She was thankfully available for an extra day, as my flight was canceled. I would definately request her services again.
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Marla
March 8, 2026
As always Joyce did an amazing job taking care of my babies. I know that whenever I am away my feline fur babies are in perfect hands. Thank you, Joyce.
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Marla
February 14, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Joyce's is 50%
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
Joyce's holiday surcharge is 50%.
Drop in visits rates
Joyce's is 60%
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
Joyce's holiday surcharge is 60%.
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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.
Plainfield 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
Marianne
November 8, 2025
Joyce was great with my two carts. She was very thorough in our meet and greet and had great questions (clearly has experience and knows what to ask watching other’s cats!) My cats have tendency of throwing up what they eat, and I was hoping they would be good for the week Joyce stopped by. Unfortunately she got stuck cleaning up their throw up several times and always reported about it. She also brought in our packages and generally was great about watching our place. Would definitely trust her to watch my girls again.
Marianne
This week
We’ve had the pleasure of having Joyce watch our cats a few times when we’ve been out of town. She is so great with our two cats. Our shyer one has even started coming out for her and letting her brush her! Can’t recommend her enough!
Marla
January 20, 2026
I have used Joyce as my trusted cat sitter several times and by far she is the BEST cat sitter I have ever had. She is patient, reliable, trustworthy and provides amazing care for both my cats. I can always count on her to share pictures and provide updates. It is only because of Joyce that I can relax while I'm away from my feline fur babies. I would recommend her a hundred times over. You will NEVER be disappointed. Thank you Joyce for always taking perfect care of Harley and Riley.
Deborah
July 31, 2025
My cats are not used to anyone but me, and Joyce even got my two very shy girls to come out to see her She was great I got many pics and movies! She was thankfully available for an extra day, as my flight was canceled. I would definately request her services again.
Marla
March 8, 2026
As always Joyce did an amazing job taking care of my babies. I know that whenever I am away my feline fur babies are in perfect hands. Thank you, Joyce.
Marla
February 14, 2026
Marianne
December 14, 2025
Inga
September 6, 2025
Joyce was a very reliable and considerate cat sitter. You can fully trust her and I will definitely reach out again in future
Ingrid
July 12, 2025
Birgit
April 21, 2025
Joyce is the biggest cat lover I have ever met! She loves her cats and even loves to ask everyone else about how their cats are doing. She is patient and loving and just a wonderful person!
Meowtel
April 21, 2025
Joyce is a background-checked cat sitter in the Plainfield area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)