I'm Kathryn
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I'm Kathryn
Cat Sitting in Columbus, OH
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.
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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:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Kathryn is experienced with 3 types of medications
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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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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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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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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
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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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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Drop in visits rates
Kathryn's is 30%
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
Kathryn's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
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!
Rating breakdown
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!
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!!
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!
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!
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!
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!
Amy
August 15, 2025
Kathryn was amazing! Our cats were so happy when we returned home after a week-long trip! Kathryn sent us pictures every time she visited with updates on each cat. They clearly loved her and enjoyed being with her! Thanks Kathryn for taking such great care of Wookie and Pepper!
Richard
August 6, 2025
Kathryn did a great job caring for my cat while I was out of town. My cat requires once a day medication and she handled that no problem. Will be seeking to rely on her again when I travel again later this month.
Hannah
December 18, 2025
Kathryn really helped me when I was in a tough spot - a friend was supposed to check in on my cats but completely flaked while I was on a trip. Kathryn was able to accommodate an evening visit last minute and it gave me so much relief to know someone so caring was checking in on my cats! Will definitely book for future trips.
Courtney
December 7, 2025
We had a great experience with Kathryn! She was communicative, kind, and thoughtful. Ruby can be a little shy but it was clear she felt comfortable and content with Kathryn dropping by!
Lia
November 1, 2025
Kathryn was wonderful to work with! She made sure to send plenty of photos and was communicative while we were away. She also kept the toys and sink tidy. We loved seeing how happy our kitties were in her care, and feel comfortable booking again because of it!
Julie
August 9, 2025
Kathryn took great care of my five cats while I was gone for a few days. She arrived promptly and made sure everyone got food, water, and plenty of pets. I received pictures each day with updates so I could see how everyone was doing, and I really appreciated that.
Lynn
March 9, 2026
Kathryn took excellent care of my boys while we were away! All three of them love her - even my shy one! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter :)
Kyle
August 2, 2025
Had something come up and had to book her in a really short time. It was clear she did all the essentials: good, water, litter pans. Kathryn will to try to spend time with all kitties despite any shyness. Highly recommend!
Delia
November 9, 2025
Kathryn always does a great job with our cats, we’re never disappointed! She handles our unique divided household very well, and fed the outdoor strays as well.
Chris
August 1, 2025
Kathryn was excellent. Very professional, always sent photos of our pets who seemed very happy with her care too! I have no hesitation recommended Kathryn.
Mafalda
July 28, 2025
Kathryn was absolutely wonderful! I felt so at ease knowing she was taking care of my girl while I was away. She was so responsive and took amazing photos! I would recommend Kathryn to any cat parent! (:
Robin
February 5, 2026
Kathryn was great. I can highly recommend her. We had to leave for the weekend and did not worry at all. She made it a point to visually see the cats before she left. They were very shy while she was here.
Daniel
July 14, 2025
Kathryn was amazing. She responded promptly to our booking and was amazing every step of the process. It was our first time using this app and we are immediately impressed. She gave us updates and pictures that eased our minds. We would recommend her to anyone we know to meet the needs of their feline families!
Kelly
January 1, 2026
She was very nice and friendly, interacted with my cats very well. She was helpful for us when we needed it
Christina
July 22, 2025
Kathryn was wonderful! She was great with my cats and I loved how she sent me pictures everyday.
Dustin
October 27, 2025
Kathryn was super helpful and gave me peace of mind during the first time leaving my kitten alone for a weekend.
Richard
October 23, 2025
Kathryn did another excellent job taking care of my cat. This is the third time I have relied on Kathryn - she is very reliable.
Diyanah
August 25, 2025
incredibly smooth and kathryn would give me updates daily! Would use her again in the future (:
Michael
September 8, 2025
Kathryn did an absolutely amazing job taking care of our Joseph! From the very beginning, she was attentive, reliable, and truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect.
Dustin
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Dustin
April 28, 2026
Delia
March 31, 2026
Karen
March 21, 2026
Kathryn is wonderful !!!
Ro
February 20, 2026
Gail
February 18, 2026
Travis
February 3, 2026
Travis
January 27, 2026
Travis
January 27, 2026
Ro
January 10, 2026
Sylvio
December 26, 2025
Dustin
December 22, 2025
Kathryn was great and helped me feel at ease on the first long trip away since getting my cat.
Travis
December 22, 2025
Hannah
December 20, 2025
Humara
December 16, 2025
Christina
December 5, 2025
Ro
November 2, 2025
Karen
October 28, 2025
Kimberly
October 20, 2025
Richard
September 5, 2025
Gail
September 1, 2025
Stella
August 28, 2025
Kasia
August 7, 2025
My cats loved her and she took great pictures!
Katie
August 4, 2025
Lynn
August 3, 2025
Cj
July 26, 2025
Audra
July 5, 2025
Kat is a cat (person). With five cats of her own, plus a stray that has found its way to her, she knows what she's doing. She's also the daughter of a vet, which I'm sure has added to her animal competency and care level. She's going to LOVE your kitties!
Jamayla
July 5, 2025
If you're looking for someone trustworthy, consistent, and genuinely caring to look after your cat, I cannot recommend Kathryn enough. She is the kind of person who takes responsibility seriously and always shows up when she says she will with excellence and attention to detail. Her natural ability to connect with animals, paired with her calm and patient demeanor, makes her an ideal cat sitter. She doesn’t just "watch" your pet she cares for them. She pays attention to their habits, keeps their routines consistent, and ensures they feel safe and loved while you're away. What really stands out about Kathryn her integrity and dependability. You can count on her to communicate clearly, follow directions exactly, and even go the extra mile to make sure everything is just right. Whether it’s a short trip or an extended time away, you’ll have total peace of mind knowing your cat is in great hands. I wouldn’t hesitate to trust her with almost anything! She's the best.
Meowtel
July 5, 2025
Kathryn is a background-checked cat sitter in the Columbus area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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