I'm Kathryn

Caring Cat Person

5.00
55 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
15 Repeat clients
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50+ Meowtel reservations completed
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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

Kathryn is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Caring Cat Person

I'm Kathryn

Cat Sitting in Columbus, OH

Hi! I'm Kathryn, and I love cats!

Seems funny to say that on an app like this, but it's true, I love cats - I own 5 myself right now.

My dad was a veterinarian, and so growing up I'd spend weekdays after school and some weekends at his clinic, and I even spent a couple summers in highschool working there. The vet's office is one of the most stressful places for cats, and so it was a good way to learn how to approach nervous cats and to make them feel ...
Hi! I'm Kathryn, and I love cats!

Seems funny to say that on an app like this, but it's true, I love cats - I own 5 myself right now.

My dad was a veterinarian, and so growing up I'd spend weekdays after school and some weekends at his clinic, and I even spent a couple summers in highschool working there. The vet's office is one of the most stressful places for cats, and so it was a good way to learn how to approach nervous cats and to make them feel more at ease, and to take care of them day to day.

My own cat Dany got an immune disease a few years ago, and so I got a lot of experience administering topical and oral meds (liquid and pill) as well.

If I take care of your cats, I'll make sure they're happy, clean and safe, and most of all comfortable with me feeding them and cleaning their space. I want to make sure their routines do not deviate from the norm as much as possible while you're away.

Learn More About Kathryn

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I own five cats - Andy, Ary, Dayton, Nate and Sandy. Ary is my only girl, but she makes sure to keep the boy cats in line!

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I make sure to get very careful instructions from the owner on how they enter/leave their house. It's important to know if their cat is an escape artist, or if they have a security system for their house, or if their cat likes to hide. You have to get to know the routine and the quirks of each cat home, because we all know it's actually the cat's place, and they're just letting us stay there! 😅

What is your favorite cat toy?

I love a feather or string toy since it allows you to actively play with your cat together, and helps simulate their prey instincts.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

5.00
55 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Courtney

Courtney

April 6, 2026

Kathryn went above and beyond while we were away for the weekend. Ruby got sick while we were gone and Kathryn cleaned up the mess and monitored Ruby during her visit to ensure it was a one-off event. We so appreciated her diligence in our absence!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Delia

Delia

October 7, 2025

Kathryn did an amazing job with our cats—managing one of them who’s separated from the others, administering his asthma inhaler, bringing in packages and feeding some of the strays outside as well. We got photos and updates with every visit, and peace of mind that our cats were being visited with care. Would definitely recommend!!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Hannah

Hannah

October 27, 2025

Kathryn was an amazing cat sitter! She made sure to let me know how everyone was doing with status and photo updates and was quick to tell me if something was up. My cats loved her, and even the very spicy cat, who usually is afraid of new people, knew that she was a good person and was happy to see her. She went above and beyond and cleaned cat dishes and water fountains that we hadn’t even asked her too so that our cats could have the best time possible while we weren’t there. I would definitely book Kathryn again!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Julia

Julia

July 20, 2025

Kathryn was amazing with my cat. Even with a small emergency, she handled taking him to the vet and giving him medicine at the last minute. I would absolutely use her again and recommend her to anyone!

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Delia

Delia

January 28, 2026

We had to travel right after the snowstorm for a family emergency this week, and Kathryn came through the icy weather to take care of our cats—total lifesaver and a relief that we didn’t have to worry and scramble about them while we were gone!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn

September 2, 2025

Kathryn took excellent care of our cats and I appreciate all the pictures! Kathryn also notified me when there was a note from UPS on the door. This was very helpful!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$23.00 / 20min
$34.00 / 45min
$48.00 / 60min

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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.

Columbus cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $25.00. 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!

5.00
55 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)