I'm Katelynn
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I'm Katelynn
Cat Sitting in Columbus, OH
I am located in Grandview and primarily sit for clients in the Grandview, Upper Arlington, and immediate surrounding areas.
I am generally unable to do a midday visit that is longer than 20 minutes. The best time for me for visits is prior to 7 AM and after 3:30 PM, although I have some flexibility depending on location.
I have been passionate about animals since I got my first pet at age 16. Since then, I have been heavily involved in animal rescue, specifically transporting dogs and cats coming from a pound or shelter to a rescue... *Please note- My availability is limited in July due to work commitments, surgery, and travel. If I have sat for you before, please message me with your request and I will try to make it work! Thanks for understanding!
I am located in Grandview and primarily sit for clients in the Grandview, Upper Arlington, and immediate surrounding areas.
I am generally unable to do a midday visit that is longer than 20 minutes. The best time for me for visits is prior to 7 AM and after 3:30 PM, although I have some flexibility depending on location.
I have been passionate about animals since I got my first pet at age 16. Since then, I have been heavily involved in animal rescue, specifically transporting dogs and cats coming from a pound or shelter to a rescue. I have spent many hours on the road making sure animals make it to safety.
I am also a volunteer with a local rescue, specifically working with cats. This includes making sure the cats have proper socialization, enrichment, and exercise opportunities. I have completed Columbus Humane’s cat training and the Fear Free Shelter training.
I also have almost twelve years of experience cat sitting, which has included feeding, administering medication, cleaning litter boxes, and general socializing.
Of course, I have had my own cats that have contributed to my love for these intelligent creatures. It has also informed the way I care for the cats I cat sit- as though they were my own. My goal is to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your furry loved one.
In addition to my experience with cats- I am reliable, trustworthy, and attentive. My day job is a professional position at a state agency. Outside of work, I love to do yoga and read. I’m even currently reading a book about a rescue cat (ask me about it!)
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Just spending time with the cats! Every cat has such a distinct personality that makes them unique. I currently don’t have a cat of my own so I really enjoy getting to spend time with other people’s cats, while providing a fun and safe environment.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I want to ensure that I am a good fit for a cat before agreeing to care for them. I do a meet and greet to meet the cat, the parent, and familiarize myself with the cat’s home. I also request a written plan for each cat including likes, dislikes, feeding schedule, etc. I love to provide cat parents with daily pictures and updates. My goal is to make sure everyone is comfortable.
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am often available for cat care over the holidays. My family is not local and we usually choose an alternate day to spend together.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Katelynn is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Susi
This month
We had a wonderful experience with Katelynn sitting for our one-year old cat. I was nervous to leave our kitty as my husband works from home and we’d never left her overnight. Katelynn was so kind and reassuring! We arranged a meet and greet and our cat immediately adored Katelynn, who took detailed notes and asked thoughtful questions. We booked her for 4 days/nights- 2x per day. She sent great updates after each visit with photos and fun & reassuring comments! Our kitty did extremely well in her care. Kayelynn has a ton of experience with cats and she put this nervous cat mom at ease. We were lucky to find her and would absolutely request her again- in a heartbeat!
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Laura
May 4, 2026
Iris absolutely loved Katie! I can’t recommend her enough. She watched Iris for a week and sent an update every day. Katie asked questions about Iris when needed, brought in mail and even made sure the climate inside was good for Iris. I will be booking Katie during my next trip.
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Hita
January 11, 2026
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Katelynn while she cared for our two cats for an entire week. From the very beginning, she was incredibly thorough - she took detailed notes, asked thoughtful questions, and really took the time to understand both our home and the dynamics between our cats. She was consistently punctual with every visit and communicated promptly, striking the perfect balance between flagging any concerns and sharing genuinely joyful updates. Her photos were outstanding - truly some of the best pet photos we’ve ever received, and honestly on par with professional pet photography. She was also extremely respectful of our home, followed every instruction exactly as requested, and handled small issues with a calm, intuitive, and pragmatic approach. We felt completely at ease knowing our cats and our home were in such capable hands, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, thoughtful, and high-quality pet care.
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Anna
December 28, 2025
I am so lucky to have found Katelynn! She is the absolute best. She provides daily updates and pictures to assure me that my cat is well taken care of. She even took my cat’s laser home to charge it because it died. Thank you so much Katelynn!
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Anna
November 30, 2025
Katelynn took such great care of my cat while I was out of town. She provided daily updates and pictures. My cat can be finicky but she was able to get him to play, take his meds and give him extra pets. I felt comfortable leaving him while I out of town with Katelynn watching him!
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Meredith
January 24, 2026
Katelynn was great from the get-go: communicative, prompt, detail-oriented and thorough, and obviously passionate about what she does! She took great care of our cats while we were gone for a week, checking in daily and sending updates, even sending what details she could gather on one of our cats who wouldn’t come out to meet her. I would re-book with Katelynn without hesitation!
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Drop in visits rates
Katelynn's is 25%
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
Katelynn's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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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
Susi
This month
We had a wonderful experience with Katelynn sitting for our one-year old cat. I was nervous to leave our kitty as my husband works from home and we’d never left her overnight. Katelynn was so kind and reassuring! We arranged a meet and greet and our cat immediately adored Katelynn, who took detailed notes and asked thoughtful questions. We booked her for 4 days/nights- 2x per day. She sent great updates after each visit with photos and fun & reassuring comments! Our kitty did extremely well in her care. Kayelynn has a ton of experience with cats and she put this nervous cat mom at ease. We were lucky to find her and would absolutely request her again- in a heartbeat!
Laura
May 4, 2026
Iris absolutely loved Katie! I can’t recommend her enough. She watched Iris for a week and sent an update every day. Katie asked questions about Iris when needed, brought in mail and even made sure the climate inside was good for Iris. I will be booking Katie during my next trip.
Hita
January 11, 2026
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Katelynn while she cared for our two cats for an entire week. From the very beginning, she was incredibly thorough - she took detailed notes, asked thoughtful questions, and really took the time to understand both our home and the dynamics between our cats. She was consistently punctual with every visit and communicated promptly, striking the perfect balance between flagging any concerns and sharing genuinely joyful updates. Her photos were outstanding - truly some of the best pet photos we’ve ever received, and honestly on par with professional pet photography. She was also extremely respectful of our home, followed every instruction exactly as requested, and handled small issues with a calm, intuitive, and pragmatic approach. We felt completely at ease knowing our cats and our home were in such capable hands, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, thoughtful, and high-quality pet care.
Anna
December 28, 2025
I am so lucky to have found Katelynn! She is the absolute best. She provides daily updates and pictures to assure me that my cat is well taken care of. She even took my cat’s laser home to charge it because it died. Thank you so much Katelynn!
Anna
November 30, 2025
Katelynn took such great care of my cat while I was out of town. She provided daily updates and pictures. My cat can be finicky but she was able to get him to play, take his meds and give him extra pets. I felt comfortable leaving him while I out of town with Katelynn watching him!
Meredith
January 24, 2026
Katelynn was great from the get-go: communicative, prompt, detail-oriented and thorough, and obviously passionate about what she does! She took great care of our cats while we were gone for a week, checking in daily and sending updates, even sending what details she could gather on one of our cats who wouldn’t come out to meet her. I would re-book with Katelynn without hesitation!
Elizabeth
February 10, 2026
Katie was absolutely wonderful! She sent daily pics and details about our kitties and took great care of them! She made sure to do everything we asked to keep the cats happy and comfortable while we were gone. We will for sure use her again in the future.
Leksa
January 2, 2026
Katelynn was very loving with our kitty, who needs a lot of attention. She was also very communicative about his needs and how things were going. We'd love to get her help with him again next time!
Debra
March 19, 2026
Katelynn just took care of my cat for the 11th time. She takes exceptional care of him whenever I’m away, and I always feel completely at ease knowing he’s in such good hands. She visits twice a day, makes sure he’s fed, keeps the litter box clean, and spends quality time playing with him so he feels comfortable and cared for. I especially appreciate the thoughtful updates and great photos she sends—they truly give me peace of mind while I’m gone. She’s very responsive, reliable, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, dependable sitter!
Debra
July 7, 2025
Once again, Katelynn was amazing! my cat was well taken care of during an 8 day trip. Katelynn stops in twice per day for feeding, playtime and litter box cleaning. She is always prompt with detailed follow ups and the best pics! It’s very apparent she cares about the pets she takes care of! thank you, Katelynn!
Debra
May 8, 2025
Katelynn has taken care of my cat several times over the last several months. She is very professional and so great with my cat! She provides pics and updates after each visit. In addition to feeding him, she brushes and plays with him. When I’m away, I know my cat will be well-cared for by Katelynn!
John
January 6, 2025
Katelynn took such good care of our boys! She’s responsive, kind, caring, and was able to charm our shy kitty into being social during her visits. Thank you, Katelynn! 😸
Emmy
November 10, 2024
My cat is super shy, so I was shocked when Katelynn sent me a photo of her petting her. Not to mention that my cat is not exactly photogenic and in the photo she looked happy.. They say that animals have a great sense about the character of a person, and the fact that my cat liked Katelynn says a lot. Thank you!
Debra
January 8, 2026
Katelynn has cared for my cat a number of times and I can’t recommend her enough! She took wonderful care of my cat while I was away, visiting twice a day and making sure all his needs were met. She fed him, played with him, took care of his litter box and always sent thoughtful updates and pictures that gave me complete peace of mind. It’s clear she truly cares about the animals she looks after. I always feel totally comfortable knowing my cat is in such good hands, and I will absolutely be using her again.
Christopher
July 18, 2025
Katelyn was very responsive and thoughtful throughout our reservation. She put our minds at ease as we were travelling abroad and made sure to send some photos with each visit.
Christopher
November 29, 2025
Kately did an excellent job! She watched our cats while we were away for Thanksgiving and it really gave us peace of mind. She is always quick to respond and sends detailed updates of how our feline friends are doing while we are away.
John
December 2, 2025
Katelynn was terrific, our boys loved having her come around and take care of them. Clear communication and updates gave us great peace of mind while we were away
Melissa
December 28, 2024
Katelynn was amazing! She was so wonderful with our two kitties, including the one who is super shy. Definitely would recommend!
Elizabeth
June 22, 2026
Katie is the best! She takes great care of our kitties and has wonderful communication. She will send pics and updates about our cats. We always know they are being well taken care of when we book with her.
Debra
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Anna
May 31, 2026
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May 16, 2026
Anna
May 8, 2026
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April 14, 2026
Anna
March 15, 2026
Debra
February 22, 2026
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February 1, 2026
Chris
January 4, 2026
perfect and professional service
Debra
October 3, 2025
Ione
September 8, 2025
Ione
July 26, 2025
Rachel
May 11, 2025
I definitely recommend Katelynn. She took wonderful care of my girls!
Debra
April 2, 2025
Debra
March 20, 2025
Debra
January 9, 2025
Melissa
October 28, 2024
Kim
October 14, 2024
Steven
October 6, 2024
very great communication and updates! would recommend highly
Brian
August 21, 2024
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July 11, 2024
Katelynn 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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