I'm Elaine
Cat Whisperer Sitting Service
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Elaine is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Elaine
Cat Sitting in Columbus, OH
I grew up with pets - cats specifically - my entire life. I currently have just 2 cats, but both have special needs/health issues. Over the years I have particularly sought out abandoned cats in need. Cats with disabilities. Cats who are shy or need special care. I have a love of all felines and am patient with them knowing that each has their own unique personality. With time and love you get to see the real inner personality of each cat.
I have had several special needs cats in particular the last 20 years. Ones that have required medications or special care... **Before booking 2x a day visits or mornings please message me** I want to be sure there are no conflicts before booking especially if you need specific times.
I grew up with pets - cats specifically - my entire life. I currently have just 2 cats, but both have special needs/health issues. Over the years I have particularly sought out abandoned cats in need. Cats with disabilities. Cats who are shy or need special care. I have a love of all felines and am patient with them knowing that each has their own unique personality. With time and love you get to see the real inner personality of each cat.
I have had several special needs cats in particular the last 20 years. Ones that have required medications or special care. I am comfortable giving all types of medication (pills, liquids, eye drops, ear drops & cleaning, as well as injections) as my special needs cats get these on a regular basis.
I am also just happy laying on the ground near a cat who is scared talking quietly as well as playing and loving. My vet calls me a cat whisperer, I just know that each cat has their own ways and will work to find the right way to let them know they are cared for and loved.
I work from home part-time as a web developer and have a very flexible schedule. I currently am on the NW side but can travel as needed. during the winter months I do limit the number of visits that are two times a day. If it shows I'm unavailable, please reach out and see if I really am or not thank you
For new clients I require a meet and greet unless there is an emergency that does not allow for one.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
Cat sitting is highly enjoyable. I love meeting new furry friends and nothing brings me more joy than when a more reserved cat begins to come out of their shell. I also have a blast with the outgoing cats and everything in between. I have been doing this since 2000 in varying degrees of frequency. It started off as favors for family or friends and has grown.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Meeting all the great different personalities out there. Learning how to meet each cat where the are comfortable being. Bringing comfort and safety to scared cats.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I think my favorite was when I had a cat that I was told really didn't like anyone and to be careful in case they didn't want to interact with me in a positive manner. I walked in calmly but not pushy with either of the two cats, and the one I was warned about came up and greeted me like I was an old friend. I have worked with a lot of shy cats and I do love it when I can get them to come out of their shell or trust me somewhat, but this was different in that the cat really doesn't take well to many people and yet could sense that I was a safe person.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two cats currently. The older is Ginger who has allergies and IBS so she is kept me on my toes and comfortable doing medications of all sorts as well as injections. The other is my boy Indy. He is just a little younger than his sister and has cerebellar hypoplasia. He may wobble and fall at times but he has a heart full of gold.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Take the time to get to know the cat sitter to see if they will be able to meet the needs you have. If. You have a shy cat, find someone who really will be patient and not push the cat into uncomfortable situations that won't help build trust. If you have a special needs cat, find someone who knows how to care for a cat of similar needs. Schedule that meet and greet to make sure you have found someone who will work well with your cats.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
Honestly new cat parents I usually just let them ask as many questions as they need. Being a pet owner as long as I have, while I may not be dealing with a certain experience at this exact moment, I have likely dealt with it at some point in my time with having cats.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
If I am told that a cat may try and come in or out of the house upon entering, I am usually one who will crouch down and make sure that as I slowly open the door that there is no cat there waiting to bolt. Every time I go to leave I visually make sure cats are far away from the door and are not a risk for getting out. If they do try and leave, I make sure that the door is opened as little as possible so I can squeeze out. I also make sure that the cats have food, water, and easy access to a litter box. If I see any toys that might be a risk, I will put them away until I return the next time.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes! I rarely travel over most holidays. I do take some vacations throughout the year, but I mark those well in advance. If I have family in town, I do limit the number of clients I take in during a holiday, but especially if you are close to where I live I am almost always available for quick 20 minute visits twice a day or one longer visit a day. If you are outside of my area, I do limit twice a day visits more but if you need it to reach out and ask to see if there is any way I can fit you in. I try to be flexible.
What is your favorite cat toy?
Feather on a stick is my absolute favorite toy. It is extremely versatile in that if you have a little kitten who wants to run the floor you can just walk through the house with it and have the kitten follow you and attack it. Or if you have an older cat who just wants to bat at it a little, you can just put it on the floor or wiggle it in the air and they enjoy playing with it as well. My second favorite are the toy springs. I've yet to meet a cat that doesn't seem to like them
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I have a natural advantage in that I am smaller than average making my walking and movements quieter and less intimidating. I'm also patient and willing to just lay near without trying to touch them to let them know I am not a threat. I also can bring back scratchers so that cats can get physical touches without me physically invading their space with my arm or hand. I am not above trying to win cats over with treats either. But if a cat would rather keep their distance from me, I will respect it. If expecting physical distance is what they need, then that's what I will do.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Elaine is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Richard
September 29, 2025
Elaine did a great job taking care of my sick cat while I was away. She administered meds daily as well as cleaned up some messes caused by my cat's health issues. Can't thank her enough for the good care she provided.
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Ian
December 29, 2025
Can’t rave enough about Elaine! She met with our cat Juniper beforehand and they immediately bonded. It was stressful for us to leave our cat at home for the holiday, but Elaine sent us so many updates while we were away! She played with her a ton and sent lots of pictures, it helped us know that Juniper was in good hands. Would recommend Elaine to anyone!!
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Stephen
December 27, 2025
Elaine is clearly a cat lover, and she quickly bonded with both our cats, Maxi & Aly. This was impressive because Aly only allows a select few to get close to her. Elaine not only takes great care of cats but also great care of cat owners by providing lots of photos, videos and written updates.
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Hannah
August 4, 2026
Elaine always does a good job keeping me updated with pictures every day! I appreciate her loving in my 2 babies while I’m gone. She has done such a great job with my skittish girl, Rey, and even has her siting on her lap!
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Hannah
December 28, 2025
Elaine does a great job of caring for my two cats while I’m away. The daily pictures and updates are especially appreciated! I have one very skittish cat, but she warmed up to Elaine almost immediately, which speaks volumes about Elaine’s approach and manner. Thank you, Elaine. Knowing they are in good hands while I’m away is everything!
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Taylor
July 17, 2025
Elaine was prompt to our meet and greet & was already loving on my boys, so I knew immediately, it would be a good fit. Elaine went above and beyond as my neighborhood experienced a power outage due to a storm, and brought her own lantern from home, so she could clean the litterbox. she also checked my electrical box for me when the power had come partially back on, to put my mind at ease (turned out to be an AEP issue, but I appreciated it nonetheless!). she also sent LOTS of pictures of my buddies & gave me detailed updates on how they were doing 🤗 10/10 would recommend! thank you!
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Drop in visits rates
Elaine's is 15%
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
Elaine's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Elaine'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
Elaine's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Schedule Constraints
Please message before mornings or 2 drop ins/day during school days, or Friday afternoon/evening hours Aug-Nov to confirm availability.
I do not travel over holidays, so message me if I am unavailable and you need a sitter!
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 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.
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 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 Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Richard
September 29, 2025
Elaine did a great job taking care of my sick cat while I was away. She administered meds daily as well as cleaned up some messes caused by my cat's health issues. Can't thank her enough for the good care she provided.
Ian
December 29, 2025
Can’t rave enough about Elaine! She met with our cat Juniper beforehand and they immediately bonded. It was stressful for us to leave our cat at home for the holiday, but Elaine sent us so many updates while we were away! She played with her a ton and sent lots of pictures, it helped us know that Juniper was in good hands. Would recommend Elaine to anyone!!
Stephen
December 27, 2025
Elaine is clearly a cat lover, and she quickly bonded with both our cats, Maxi & Aly. This was impressive because Aly only allows a select few to get close to her. Elaine not only takes great care of cats but also great care of cat owners by providing lots of photos, videos and written updates.
Hannah
August 4, 2026
Elaine always does a good job keeping me updated with pictures every day! I appreciate her loving in my 2 babies while I’m gone. She has done such a great job with my skittish girl, Rey, and even has her siting on her lap!
Hannah
December 28, 2025
Elaine does a great job of caring for my two cats while I’m away. The daily pictures and updates are especially appreciated! I have one very skittish cat, but she warmed up to Elaine almost immediately, which speaks volumes about Elaine’s approach and manner. Thank you, Elaine. Knowing they are in good hands while I’m away is everything!
Taylor
July 17, 2025
Elaine was prompt to our meet and greet & was already loving on my boys, so I knew immediately, it would be a good fit. Elaine went above and beyond as my neighborhood experienced a power outage due to a storm, and brought her own lantern from home, so she could clean the litterbox. she also checked my electrical box for me when the power had come partially back on, to put my mind at ease (turned out to be an AEP issue, but I appreciated it nonetheless!). she also sent LOTS of pictures of my buddies & gave me detailed updates on how they were doing 🤗 10/10 would recommend! thank you!
Jared
September 14, 2025
Elaine was very friendly and courteous and took the time to visit and meet with my cats prior to taking care of them. She was very consistent with the pictures that she sent to me while I was out of town, so I could tell that the cats were being well taken care of. My cats warmed up to her within a day or two, which demonstrates that she has a way with helping felines feel less reserved around a new person. Overall, she is an excellent care provider and does a spectacular job!
Christopher
January 11, 2025
Elaine was fantastic! She was very attentive to our two cats and always sent us a detailed update with plenty of photos after each visit. We were able to fully enjoy our trip out of town knowing that Elaine was taking such great care!
Matthew
December 6, 2024
Elaine was incredibly responsive throughout, gave thorough updates, and sent multiple great pictures each day! I definitely recommend Elaine.
Jayme
October 24, 2023
Elaine is amazing!! She really is a cat whisperer. Our cat is normally nervous around new people but Elaine was so wonderful and calming with her. She has had many cats and is clearly very comfortable and skilled with giving medication and injections because she has had no trouble giving our nervous kitty fluids. I could not be comfortable leaving my baby (yes I’m one of those people!) in her care.
Megan
June 4, 2024
Elaine was patient and responsive to our cats needs. She gets very anxious and afraid when we’re away and Elaine recognized her discomfort and did what she could to take care of Sprinkles. We appreciated Elaine’s updates and visits to try and make our cat feel safe. Thank you Elaine!
Vishwesh
December 31, 2023
Elaine was absolutely AMAZING with our fur babies! we were very worried about leaving our 3 month kitten and our very shy and anxious adult cat but Elaine made it so easy. Our cats instantly trusted and accepted her. They played with her and she was extremely gentle with them. We highly recommend Elaine - she is now our go to cat sitter!
Sharon
June 15, 2025
My cat sitter, Elaine, was terrific. She took the time to understand what we needed in the way of cat care while we were out of town for four days. She also sent along daily reports in our absence. I am really grateful for this service and recommend them highly.
Izzy
July 9, 2024
Elaine took excellent care of our kitty Jax. She was very prompt and made sure to follow each of our instructions while we were out. She also gave really good updates and was willing to go the extra mile if need be. We would 100% recommend Elaine to any other cat parents looking for a sitter!!
Amie
June 22, 2025
Elaine provides nice daily updates and it seems like my cats really enjoyed their time with her.
Jayme
November 19, 2023
Elaine is the absolute best. She is helping us during a difficult time and is SO GOOD with our very particular furry lil baby. I’m so grateful for her and definitely recommend!
Hannah
This month
Elaine is always great at communicating and following instructions!
Hannah
July 8, 2026
Tayler
June 29, 2026
Hannah
June 28, 2026
Vishwesh
June 3, 2026
Hannah
May 26, 2026
Vishwesh
May 13, 2026
Hannah
April 23, 2026
Hannah
April 4, 2026
Hannah
February 13, 2026
Hannah
February 1, 2026
Hannah
January 18, 2026
Vishwesh
December 7, 2025
Izzy
December 2, 2025
Hannah
December 1, 2025
Elaine did a great job taking care of my cats over the holiday! the daily updates were very appreciated!
Izzy
October 23, 2025
Once again another set of great visits for our boys! Elaine = awesome!
Kyle
September 30, 2025
Izzy
September 4, 2025
Tayler
August 18, 2025
Izzy
July 8, 2025
Vishwesh
May 26, 2025
Tayler
May 13, 2025
Vishwesh
April 27, 2025
Vishwesh
March 13, 2025
Izzy
October 23, 2024
Very good, booked Elaine before and she did a great job. We were happy to have her take care of Jax and Sprite again!
Response from Elaine
Thank you! I adore these boys and I appreciate the generous tip!
Vishwesh
October 14, 2024
Robin
April 22, 2024
Vishwesh
March 21, 2024
Megan
March 4, 2024
Jayme
November 19, 2023
Jayme
November 6, 2023
Jayme
October 17, 2023
Meowtel
September 21, 2023
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