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I'm Adina
Cat Sitting in Verona, NJ
Hi! I’m Adina. I first became a cat mom at the age of 10 when I adopted a sweet persian/ mainecoon mix from St. Huberts and named him Snuggums (Don’t judge, I was 10!). I was blessed to have him in my life until my third year of college. Thanks to my parents and other living situations, I’ve had cats in my life for most of my life since then. I love all animals, but I 100% consider myself a cat person. I love their quirky personalities, sweet little toe beans, watching them tear around the house like unhinged maniacs, hearing them purr when happy, and conversing with the chatty ones. They are comfort, entertainment, joy, and love... *PLEASE message me before booking! My calendar is not always up to date! THANK YOU!*
Hi! I’m Adina. I first became a cat mom at the age of 10 when I adopted a sweet persian/ mainecoon mix from St. Huberts and named him Snuggums (Don’t judge, I was 10!). I was blessed to have him in my life until my third year of college. Thanks to my parents and other living situations, I’ve had cats in my life for most of my life since then. I love all animals, but I 100% consider myself a cat person. I love their quirky personalities, sweet little toe beans, watching them tear around the house like unhinged maniacs, hearing them purr when happy, and conversing with the chatty ones. They are comfort, entertainment, joy, and love.
Unfortunately, my current living situation doesn’t accommodate pets so I’d be thrilled to take care of yours instead! I can offer love, affection, and play time when you have to leave your fur babies behind for any period of time. I’m also happy to clean litter boxes, feed, and take care of any other needs your pets may have in your absence. I have experience with kittens, adolescents, and senior cats as well as administering oral medication, eye drops or salve, subcutaneous fluids, and inhalers.
Up until recently, I was a nanny for 10+ years where I loved other people’s children and pets as my own. Now, I’m building my own remote business as a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant which allows me the flexibility to cat-sit.
I am a plant mom so it would be safest for me to care for your babies in your home.
Areas local to Verona, the Caldwells, Montclair, Glenn Ridge, Cedar Grove, etc are most preferred.
I can’t wait to meet you and your fur babies!
*Please message me for availability! My calendar is not always accurate!*
Learn More About Adina
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting for friends, family, and employers for several years. Since I love it so much, and I now have the time and flexibility, I finally decided to branch out and make it a part time career! I have been with Meowtel for almost 2 years.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Kitties just make me so happy and I really miss having pets of my own. I love when I'm able to make a connection and earn the trust of a new cat - it's like making new friends but way cuter.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
Three years ago, I took care of my neighbor's two cats whenever he had to leave town for business, which was pretty often. Scout & Amelia were both such shy, timid kittens and I was able to help/ watch them come out of their shells. If you're a cat person, you know the joy of finally being accepted by cats who used to run and hide under the bed every time you walked through the door. I always loved watching them and playing with them but now, when I was actually asked for pets, it just melted my heart. They've since moved to TN and my friend still tries to get me to go to him for cat-sitting. 😂🥰
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
* Please fill out the vet form and all other requested information. It gives me such piece of mind knowing I have everything I need should an emergency arise. * Please check your Meowtel messages while you're away and respond at your earliest convenience. Keep in mind that you may not always get notifications while traveling. * Please leave toys and treats to help me get to know your baby. I have had reservations where no toys are available which makes it very difficult to play!
Are you usually available during holidays?
While I do spend most holidays with my family, I may still be able to check in on your fur babies so please feel free to ask!
What is your favorite cat toy?
It doesn't matter what my favorite cat toy is - it's all about what gets the kitties excited! Whether it's the simple 'hand moving under a blanket', those little plastic springs or coiled up pipe cleaners, the classic kitty tease, a laser pointer, or any myriad of other toys - they're only fun if your kitty thinks they're fun, too!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I give them plenty of space to get comfortable on their own. I'll talk to them about everything I'm doing so they get used to my voice, sit/ lie still on the floor while they check me out, or straight up ignore them b/c some cats are weird like that. If they approach me, I let them smell a finger or the back of my hand, but will only pet/ pick them up when they're ready. Them rubbing their head against my hand is usually a good sign that I can try for a head pet. If medications need to be administered, I'm as gentle & quick as possible, calmly tell them how good they are, & give treats before/ after (if allowed).
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Adina is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Jordan
May 26, 2026
We are so pleased with how at ease our kitties were with Adina during overnight stays! We received daily updates with many photos – all of our expectations were met and more! Based on photos, our kitties were clearly comfortable and continued with their daily routines (and demands for love) without us. Appreciate Adina also 1/ looking into cat inhalers beforehand (our boy needs it 2x a day) and 2/ caring for our chinchilla as well 3/ keeping things tidy during the stay. We’ll certainly be booking with Adina again on our next time away. ʕ·͡ᴥ·ʔ
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Anastasia
February 28, 2026
We had a wonderful experience with Adina, and couldn’t be happier with the care she provided. Despite a difficult winter storm, she went above and beyond to figure out how to safely reach our home and make sure our cat was taken care of. Adina was incredibly patient and made a genuine effort to build trust and friendship with our very shy cat, which meant a lot to us! Overall, she was kind, communicative, and dependable throughout the entire time. We felt completely at ease knowing our cat was in such good hands. We will definitely be booking Adina again for our next trip and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful and dedicated cat sitter.
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Charles
May 12, 2025
Our cats absolutely adore Adina. She’s incredibly attentive and gentle with them during her visits, and she always keeps us updated with thoughtful messages and photos. We first hired Adina during a particularly stressful time—our cat Alexa had just been diagnosed with small cell lymphoma and required chemotherapy pills twice a week. Adina was a tremendous help, administering Alexa’s medication precisely as needed and following very specific instructions for handling her litter. Thanks in part to Adina’s care, Alexa is doing much better now. While she still requires her medication, she has regained much of her weight and is clearly more comfortable and at ease. We’re incredibly grateful for the care Adina has given our cats, and we absolutely plan to continue working with her in the future.
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Alton
November 30, 2025
Thank you! Our cats are very challenging with health issues and messy bathroom habits. Adina did a great job!
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Marielle
August 28, 2025
I cannot stress enough how great Adina is! I have always been nervous leaving my pets home during long trips. I have booked Adina twice this summer and from the moment I met her I knew she was truly passionate about what she does, even asking me questions I wouldn’t have thought to mention. Adina is super detailed, thorough, and great with communication. I really appreciated the daily photos of my pets and videos of her playing with them. I’m very grateful for the time she takes and loving my pets the same way I do! Thank you, Adina for allowing me to enjoy a worry free summer! I will definitely be back!
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Alexandra
January 7, 2025
Over Christmas, Adina watched over our cat Steinbeck with daily visits over 5 days. Steinbeck has a special diet that requires only wet food as well as some medication in his food, and our automatic wet food feeder has limited slots. Adina did a great job ensuring each meal was prepped with medication when needed, cleaned out the feeder trays, and made sure the litter box was cleaned. She also played with Steinbeck each day (earning his coveted head-butts of approval), with pictures and videos at each visit of playtime and the food setup. We highly advise Adina's services to anyone needing a cat sitter and wanting someone kind and competent.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Adina's is 40%
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
Adina's holiday surcharge is 40%.
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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.
Verona cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $29.00. 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
Jordan
May 26, 2026
We are so pleased with how at ease our kitties were with Adina during overnight stays! We received daily updates with many photos – all of our expectations were met and more! Based on photos, our kitties were clearly comfortable and continued with their daily routines (and demands for love) without us. Appreciate Adina also 1/ looking into cat inhalers beforehand (our boy needs it 2x a day) and 2/ caring for our chinchilla as well 3/ keeping things tidy during the stay. We’ll certainly be booking with Adina again on our next time away. ʕ·͡ᴥ·ʔ
Anastasia
February 28, 2026
We had a wonderful experience with Adina, and couldn’t be happier with the care she provided. Despite a difficult winter storm, she went above and beyond to figure out how to safely reach our home and make sure our cat was taken care of. Adina was incredibly patient and made a genuine effort to build trust and friendship with our very shy cat, which meant a lot to us! Overall, she was kind, communicative, and dependable throughout the entire time. We felt completely at ease knowing our cat was in such good hands. We will definitely be booking Adina again for our next trip and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful and dedicated cat sitter.
Charles
May 12, 2025
Our cats absolutely adore Adina. She’s incredibly attentive and gentle with them during her visits, and she always keeps us updated with thoughtful messages and photos. We first hired Adina during a particularly stressful time—our cat Alexa had just been diagnosed with small cell lymphoma and required chemotherapy pills twice a week. Adina was a tremendous help, administering Alexa’s medication precisely as needed and following very specific instructions for handling her litter. Thanks in part to Adina’s care, Alexa is doing much better now. While she still requires her medication, she has regained much of her weight and is clearly more comfortable and at ease. We’re incredibly grateful for the care Adina has given our cats, and we absolutely plan to continue working with her in the future.
Alton
November 30, 2025
Thank you! Our cats are very challenging with health issues and messy bathroom habits. Adina did a great job!
Marielle
August 28, 2025
I cannot stress enough how great Adina is! I have always been nervous leaving my pets home during long trips. I have booked Adina twice this summer and from the moment I met her I knew she was truly passionate about what she does, even asking me questions I wouldn’t have thought to mention. Adina is super detailed, thorough, and great with communication. I really appreciated the daily photos of my pets and videos of her playing with them. I’m very grateful for the time she takes and loving my pets the same way I do! Thank you, Adina for allowing me to enjoy a worry free summer! I will definitely be back!
Alexandra
January 7, 2025
Over Christmas, Adina watched over our cat Steinbeck with daily visits over 5 days. Steinbeck has a special diet that requires only wet food as well as some medication in his food, and our automatic wet food feeder has limited slots. Adina did a great job ensuring each meal was prepped with medication when needed, cleaned out the feeder trays, and made sure the litter box was cleaned. She also played with Steinbeck each day (earning his coveted head-butts of approval), with pictures and videos at each visit of playtime and the food setup. We highly advise Adina's services to anyone needing a cat sitter and wanting someone kind and competent.
Carl
December 30, 2024
Adina was amazing! Our shy cat, never seen by outside humans, loved her! Adina got her to meet her at the door. She got her to play. She even let her do a few belly rubs! Highly recommend!!
Alton
December 5, 2024
Adina was excellent! She did a great job with the shy cats and navigated a complex cat situation well.
Regina
October 18, 2024
Adina was great! She provided descriptive updates with pictures and made my shy kitties feel super comfortable. She’s very accommodating and detailed oriented! You can tell she enjoys caring for furr babies!
Betty
April 14, 2024
Adina far exceeded our expectations. We've only had our feral, young cat Sheba for one month. She was very shy and skittish -- a difficult social adjustment for her. Adina knew exactly what to do, won Sheba's trust within two days, and had her playing and freely interacting -- it was like a miracle! She did a wonderful job of taking care of our home while we were away and sent lots of photos and comprehensive updates. You won't have a single worry if you take Adina as your kitty caregiver. On a scale of 1-10, I'd give her an 11.
Response from Adina
Thank you so much! This completely made my day! Sheba is a wonderful kitty and it makes me so happy to know that I had any part in her acclimating to housecat life. 🥰 Looking forward to seeing her again!
Anastasia
May 27, 2026
Adina did an amazing job taking care of our cat while we were away. This was the second time we booked with her, and we were so happy to have her back. She gave us real peace of mind—we felt both our cat and our home were in very good hands. We had a couple of situations come up while we were away, and she handled everything very well, which we really appreciated. She’s reliable, attentive, and clearly cares a lot about the animals she looks after. We came home to a happy cat and everything well taken care of. We’re very grateful and would absolutely recommend Adina to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring cat sitter.
Kimmi
July 16, 2025
Adina is so wonderful! She is an amazing communicator and sends the best photos: before and after liter box and food/water, and in all the photos with my cats, they look so happy and seem to genuinely love her. The way she handled everything made me feel relaxed about being away! Highly recommended!
Jean
October 7, 2025
Great experience with Adina! Smooth booking, timely communication with helpful daily updates and photos, and very friendly and kind. Thank you!
Nicholas
August 29, 2025
Adina was amazing!! You can tell she really loves cats and wants to ensure they’re happy and cared for. Adina provided detailed and thoughtful updates with pictures and videos after each visit. My little tortie can be sassy and shy but Adina and her got along great! Will definitely be booking again!
Lisa
April 13, 2025
Adina has watched our shy girl Mia many times and it has given our family such peace of mind when we are out of town. she gives wonderful updates and you can tell she truly cares. highly recommend!
Alton
March 31, 2026
Awesome! Adina is great with my cats who are messy and have lots of special needs.
Alton
March 3, 2025
Thank you once again! Everything looked great on return to the house. Cats were happy!
Eliza
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Eliza
April 13, 2026
Alton
February 17, 2026
Nicholas
January 6, 2026
Regina
November 10, 2025
Kimmi
August 5, 2025
Marielle
July 29, 2025
Kimmi
July 26, 2025
Lisa
May 14, 2025
Carl
March 23, 2025
Amazing!
Charles
February 2, 2025
Lisa
March 7, 2024
Meowtel
January 18, 2024
Adina is a background-checked cat sitter in the Verona area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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