I'm Chava

In Purrfect Harmony

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

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

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In Purrfect Harmony

I'm Chava

Cat Sitting in Cincinnati, OH

I am that gal who says hello and sings to your neighborhood stray cats! I have been cat-sitting for friends, acquaintances, and family for over 8 years. There is nothing better than returning home after a trip to a happy, clean, and well fed kitty. I am a professional cellist located in the Cincinnati/Northern KY area. My visits will always be curated to individual cats' needs, and I have never not given my time to a cat without fee... I am that gal who says hello and sings to your neighborhood stray cats! I have been cat-sitting for friends, acquaintances, and family for over 8 years. There is nothing better than returning home after a trip to a happy, clean, and well fed kitty. I am a professional cellist located in the Cincinnati/Northern KY area. My visits will always be curated to individual cats' needs, and I have never not given my time to a cat without feeling honored in their presence. They are particular and can be grumpy cuties, and that is why we love them.

My passion for cats began early in life, growing up in an animal loving family. We had several bunnies, as well as parakeets. I've always had family and friends with dogs, cats, and various other pets.. Cats need our patient love, care and friendship (if so desired...sometimes cats just wanna be alone and that's okay, too!)

Learn More About Chava

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

My cat, Elba, is 8 years old. She is black, long, and beautiful, and endlessly demands cheek scratches, belly rubs, and a buddy to watch her eat her food. I call Elba my dog cat, because she likes adventure and I have no doubt she would appreciate living on a farm and getting into all other animals' business, which is how she caught my attention at a shelter in 2017.

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

There are never too many questions! Your sitter is in charge of an important family member and you should never feel bad for being thorough.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

Meet and greets are an excellent way to introduce your fur friends to me. I always let people know I will happily send photos as well as videos so you can see your cat safe and sound when out of town.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am rarely out of town for holidays(musician life!). There are usually plenty of opportunities to visit and check on cat friends during day and nighttime, since I'm usually gigging at all kinds of hours during holiday season. I can even perform holiday tunes for your fur friends if requested (cats liking the cello in my experience is a hilarious 50/50 chance of love/hate, so I only do so if requested).



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Michele

Michele

June 19, 2025

Chava was great. Kept up daily communication while we were away, including kitty photos. Kitties seemed happy and loved when we returned home.

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Kelli

Kelli

June 16, 2025

Chava did an excellent job caring for our two cats, including our senior kitty who takes meds. She sent photos and video updates with each visit and it's clear she has a love for animals. I definitely recommend her for watching your cats!

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Shannon

Shannon

March 29, 2025

Chava was so wonderful and patient with my two girls. She took fun photos and videos, showing the cats were doing great while I was on vacation, and made sure they always had enough to eat. She even brought in my mail and Hello Fresh box so it didn't get stolen. I'd happily hire her again!

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Krista

Krista

October 10, 2025

Chava was great! She was reliable and always kept us updated with photos and videos at each visit. We would love to have her watch our kitties again next time we’re away!

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Katie

Katie

August 25, 2025

Chava goes over and above to make sure the kitties get plenty of pets. our cats are hellions ;)

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Krista

Krista

April 7, 2026

We book Chava whenever we go out of town and know that our kitties are in good hands. We especially love the updates she sends, as well as the photos and videos. Highly recommend!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$23.00 / 20min
$37.00 / 45min
$50.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$60.00 / Overnight

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Trust & Safety

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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  • Monica brings real cat-mom care in Cincinnati, OH, with two orange girls, Eleanor and Caroline. Sitter on Meowtel with 15+ years of experience. Accepting new clients, often available on holidays, and offering overnight stays. Handles topical ointments, eye/ear drops, and oral pills. 🐾

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  • Chava in Cincinnati keeps cats feeling settled with curated visits, photos + videos, and meet-and-greets that help grumpy cuties warm up. Elba’s a black “dog cat” who loves cheek scratches. Overnight, weekends, holidays, plus meds sprinkled onto treats. Accepts new clients. 🐱✨

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  • Amanda in Cleves, OH brings cat-first care with playtime and cuddles, plus fast check-ins (Speedy Sitter/Quick Response Time). Accepts new clients, offers overnight stays, and is usually available on weekends & holidays. Handles meds like pills, drops, and topical ointments. 😻🐱

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  • Stephanie in Cincinnati offers Purrfessional Cat Care with vet-hospital and rescue volunteer med support. Topical ointments, eye/ear drops, pills, injections/diabetic management, and inhalers. Fast replies, weekends + holidays, accepts new clients, Sitter on Meowtel for 2+ years. 📸🐾

    Vet-grade meds, warm visits 🐱
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  • Monica in Cincinnati, OH brings cat-loving check-ins for busy trips. A background-checked sitter with about 5 years of cat sitting, she has two kitties, Sugar and Mama. Skills include topical ointments, eye/ear drops and pills. Usually available weekends and holidays, with new clients welcome 😊🐱

    Medication-ready care, weekends covered
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  • Molly in Cincinnati, OH keeps cats Boomer, Pedro, and Delilah Anne close. With experience giving topical ointments, eye/ear drops, pills, and subcutaneous fluids, they also share sent pictures and updates. Overnight stays, weekends, and holidays. New clients welcome 🐾

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  • Tami in Burlington, KY provides tailored care to your specific requests. Seven cats at home: Pepper, GG, Harry, Oscar, Slate, Elvis, Little One. Background-checked, fast responses, new clients welcome, weekends and holidays. Pills, drops, ointments, injections. 🐱

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  • Theresa in Cincinnati, OH brings 4 years at an animal shelter and 7 years watching cats, with feeding, medicating, cleaning, and tidy cat-home care. Handles timid cats, and can manage topical ointments, eye/ear drops, pills, and subcutaneous fluids. Usually holiday & weekend availability, accepts new clients. 😺

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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.

Cincinnati cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $24.00. 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!

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