I'm Lauren
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Lauren is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Lauren
Cat Sitting in Syracuse, NY
I work for an insurance company as an underwriter, and we are also Airbnb super hosts, with two private bedrooms in our home. Airbnb has been a great experience, and Lucy enjoys meeting the guests. Charlie mostly just hides in the basement!
We live in the Strathmore neighborhood of Syracuse (west side) I would prefer to work with clients within 10 miles or so (Camillus, Onondaga hill, Liverpool, downtown Syracuse, etc.) if you are not sure if I can service your area, just ask! I am very flexible with times and days. I am usually at home around major holidays, so I can be available then as well.
I am happy to get mail, water plants and other minor household chores, in addition to the cat related tasks.
I am fully vaccinated and boosted, and take Covid-19 very seriously. I will wear a mask whenever in your home if you desire and frequently wash my hands, including before and after interacting with your cats.
I look forward to meeting you and your kitties and caring for them as if they were my own!
Learn More About Lauren
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been a sitter with Meowtel since October 2022. Before i knew about Meowtel, I previously had several "private clients" that I really enjoyed which is why I knew I would enjoy Meowtel as well.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
My first Meowtel client had 3 cats. I really got to know "the boys" well as I sat for them regularly. They knew me and looked forward to my visits (I think anyway, it's tough to tell with cats!😊) unfortunately their mom recently moved away so I don't get to see them anymore.😿 They will always be my favorites!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two kitties: Lucy and Charlie. They are both about 12 years old. Lucy is beautiful, and she knows it. She is a bit of a diva, and is the boss of the house. She is very mean to Charlie. He is scared of anything and everything.
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am almost always available during holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas etc.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lauren is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Kellie
October 13, 2025
Lauren did a fantastic job caring for our two cats! It was our first time using Meowtel and we were so happy with our experience! Lauren was kind, professional, caring, and thorough. I also appreciated the photo updates — it was so reassuring to see my cats happy while I was away. Highly recommend!
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Bonnie
December 12, 2024
Lauren definitely went way beyond what her job outlined. Several incidents in my apartment while I was away. She handled them and still found the energy to spoil my cat with play time. She kept me informed with text and pictures the entire time. I will certainly recommend your service to everyone.
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Laurel
January 23, 2025
Again, Lauren is great! easy to communicate with, good with all four cats, who have very different personalities. Lauren feeds, waters, plays, scoops litter- even brings in the mail. there is a huge difference in their behavior when we get home, as opposed to leaving them alone overnight with food and water. highly recommend!
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Martin
July 24, 2024
We will definitely hire again! We were really worried trusting a stranger to look over our 3 kitties while on vacation but Lauren did a really good job and when we came home everything was in order and kitties were happy. We received updates daily and she was very responsive and sent pictures of the kitties.
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Laurel
June 5, 2024
Another great cat sitting job by Lauren! All 4 cats have really warmed up to her. Plus, she brought in mail and watered our garden! Lauren is proactive with letting us know how the cats are doing, and she responds right away to any messages. We'll definitely hire her again!
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Laurel
May 20, 2024
Lauren was great! she was responsive, caring and communicated well. She even charmed our shy cat into showing up while she was here! The cats all responded well to her, and no one seemed stressed out when we got home. we were very happy with our experience and will hire Lauren again.
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Drop in visits rates
Lauren's is 20%
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
Lauren's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
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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.
Syracuse cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $22.00. 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
Kellie
October 13, 2025
Lauren did a fantastic job caring for our two cats! It was our first time using Meowtel and we were so happy with our experience! Lauren was kind, professional, caring, and thorough. I also appreciated the photo updates — it was so reassuring to see my cats happy while I was away. Highly recommend!
Bonnie
December 12, 2024
Lauren definitely went way beyond what her job outlined. Several incidents in my apartment while I was away. She handled them and still found the energy to spoil my cat with play time. She kept me informed with text and pictures the entire time. I will certainly recommend your service to everyone.
Laurel
January 23, 2025
Again, Lauren is great! easy to communicate with, good with all four cats, who have very different personalities. Lauren feeds, waters, plays, scoops litter- even brings in the mail. there is a huge difference in their behavior when we get home, as opposed to leaving them alone overnight with food and water. highly recommend!
Martin
July 24, 2024
We will definitely hire again! We were really worried trusting a stranger to look over our 3 kitties while on vacation but Lauren did a really good job and when we came home everything was in order and kitties were happy. We received updates daily and she was very responsive and sent pictures of the kitties.
Laurel
June 5, 2024
Another great cat sitting job by Lauren! All 4 cats have really warmed up to her. Plus, she brought in mail and watered our garden! Lauren is proactive with letting us know how the cats are doing, and she responds right away to any messages. We'll definitely hire her again!
Laurel
May 20, 2024
Lauren was great! she was responsive, caring and communicated well. She even charmed our shy cat into showing up while she was here! The cats all responded well to her, and no one seemed stressed out when we got home. we were very happy with our experience and will hire Lauren again.
Jessica
May 29, 2024
Lauren was able to help us in a pinch for our long weekend to visit family. We also had an extenuating circumstance with our cats that she accommodated without issue and was able to provide excellent care for the girls. She took excellent photos and checked in with us every step of the way. Thank you Lauren for being such a good sport and helping us when we needed it most!
Evette
May 18, 2023
Lauren is the absolute best! She took great care of our girls, sent fun pics and kept us updated. She even got our grumpy girl to come out and play! We are pretty sure they were looking for her yesterday evening. Will absolutely book again.
Jackie
January 30, 2024
Lauren shared details of her caregiving each day. She managed to charm a newly adopted kitty out of hiding to socialize. highest reccomendations!
Caroline
December 26, 2023
Lauren was an excellent cat sitter! She was very communicative and really went above and beyond to take great care of my two cats. I can get super anxious about the cats when I travel, so knowing Lauren was spending time with them every day I was gone (and getting friendly and detailed updates from her) was a huge weight off my shoulders.
Laurel
March 16, 2026
Our 4 kitties love Lauren! she really spends time playing with them and is very caring and responsible. thank you, Lauren, for another great dose of peace of mind as we traveled!
Josh
March 12, 2026
Amazing as usual! Lauren always takes care of our cats so well! sends so many lovely photos and updates, it makes it bearable to leave the cats for a few days!
Nina
December 18, 2025
Lauren is the best! She is so professional and goes the extra mile to work with cats who have special requirements or finicky eating behaviors. She was clear and communicative throughout my trip away, and provided regular and informative updates!
Laurel
This month
Lauren is always great! we trust her. She is reliable and really cares about our kitties. Her attention to detail gives us peace of mind, who’ve is priceless!
Martha
April 17, 2023
Lauren is a super friendly, dependable cat sitter. We are very happy with the way she treated our two kitties, took care of the litter box, and also brought in our mail. We highly recommend her!
Grace
January 5, 2023
Once again, great service!! My cats normally get depressed or anxious when they see me packing a suitcase but this time they were much more chill. Lauren has cat sat for me a few times and my fur babies clearly adore her (huge peace of mind for me)!! Lots of happy kitty pictures. Lauren even helped me out because I had to leave last minute and I really appreciate it! Great and reliable cat care 😺
Laurel
July 31, 2025
It’s always a pleasure to know Lauren is caring for our 4 kitties. she is reliable, thorough, and caring. we never worry while we’re away because she keeps in great contact with us!
Laurel
July 24, 2025
As always, we felt secure knowing how good Lauren is with our 4 kitties. she is reliable, enthusiastic and really cares. Thanks, Lauren- we’ll be in y try ouch again, I’m sure!
Nina
July 1, 2024
Lauren was fantastic, very professional and communicative throughout. She was kind & patient with my cats and cleaned their facilities and made sure they had fresh water daily. I would absolutely work with Lauren again.
Josh
December 27, 2024
Repeat customer and Lauren never disappoints! She always takes care of our kitties, sends detailed updates, many photos and helps out with packages and the mail. So friendly and professional, couldn't recommend higher!
Josh
May 4, 2025
Lauren is amazing! She plays with the kitties a ton, sends detailed updates and lots of photos and videos! she is the best sitter!
Grace
November 28, 2022
Amazing job! Lauren did a great job watching my 3 cats over Thanksgiving. She sent me pictures every day of each cat and let me know how they were doing (lots of playtime and pets)! I felt so comfortable leaving them in her care. Zero complaints. Definitely booking her again!
Amanda
September 5, 2025
We’ve had Lauren check on our kitties a few times now and she always goes above and beyond. Highly recommend her cat sitting services.
Mohammad
January 14, 2026
Laurel
December 7, 2025
It’s so nice to find a reliable, trustworthy cat sitter who really loves our for babies! Thanks again, Lauren!
Jessica
December 2, 2025
Kim
October 7, 2025
Laurel
October 2, 2025
Another wonderful experience with Lauren! she is honest, dependable and loves cats!! thank you, Lauren!
Jessica
September 18, 2025
Laurel
September 14, 2025
Another worry-free cat sitting experience with Lauren! Thank you for showing our kitties so much love!
Martin
August 25, 2025
Shannon
August 25, 2025
Cynthia
August 24, 2025
Mecca
August 19, 2025
Mecca
July 22, 2025
Nina
May 31, 2025
Lauren did a great & professional job as always!
Brenna
May 8, 2025
Josh
May 5, 2025
Mecca
April 20, 2025
As always Lauren made my 2 cats feel safe and comfy while I was away! 😻
Martha
April 17, 2025
Josh
March 14, 2025
Repeat customer, and every time Lauren has been amazing! She always cares for our little kitties and gives us tons of updates and photos. Can't recommend any higher!
Jessica
January 3, 2025
Brenna
December 6, 2024
Josh
November 4, 2024
Third time Lauren has watched our cats. She always is the best! Sends lots of photos and updates! 100% book if you can, she’ll make your kitties feel loved while your away!
Brenna
October 28, 2024
Martha
September 20, 2024
Josh
September 15, 2024
Lauren is awesome! Second time she watched our kitties, and sent many photos ad updates! She is tremendous and goes above and beyond every visit!
Mohammad
September 10, 2024
Lauren did a great job, was very good with communication and with making sure that the cats were happy. 10/10
Margarita
August 25, 2024
Amanda
August 5, 2024
Josh
July 28, 2024
Lauren was amazing! She went above and beyond in so many ways! The photos of the cats were great, and she really spent time with the cats and helped out around the house. I can’t imagine a better cat sitter, the easiest 5 star review I’ve ever given on anything before! Thanks Lauren!
Margarita
July 13, 2024
everything was great, Lauren is a very sweet and caring person.
Brenna
June 3, 2024
Brenna
April 30, 2024
Grace
December 27, 2023
Grace
December 12, 2023
Grace
November 20, 2023
Jackie
October 3, 2023
Martha
October 1, 2023
Grace
September 24, 2023
Cynthia
September 3, 2023
Mecca
August 28, 2023
10/10 Lauren is very responsive and went above and beyond for my kitties 🐱 ❣️
Mecca
August 27, 2023
Mecca
August 27, 2023
Grace
July 3, 2023
Lauren is a wonderful cat sitter!! She is so thoughtful and always goes above and beyond. I know my 3 cats are in good hands
Grace
May 14, 2023
Wonderful cat care as always. Lauren went above and beyond, sent me daily pictures and updates, and took amazing care of my kitties 💖
Grace
December 27, 2022
Second time booking Lauren to watch my cats and she did a great job!! Daily picture and updates 💖 My cats love her and I know they're in good hands. Now my go-to cat sitter!
Meowtel
October 6, 2022
Lauren is a cat sitter in the Syracuse area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.
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