I'm Laura
Laura
Book With Confidence
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:
Laura is experienced with 3 types of medications
Check if Laura services your area
Unfortunately, Laura does not cover your area right meow.
I'm Laura
Cat Sitting in Columbus, OH
As a dedicated cat parent, I spent four years managing my own cat Ace's chronic kidney disease (CKD) and heart disease. This journey gave me hands-on experience in senior ... "Hello! My name is Laura. I am a lifelong cat lover providing reliable, attentive, and stress-free care for your feline family members. Whether your cat is outgoing and playful or shy and routine-oriented, I know how to read feline body language to keep them safe, comfortable, and happy while you are away.
As a dedicated cat parent, I spent four years managing my own cat Ace's chronic kidney disease (CKD) and heart disease. This journey gave me hands-on experience in senior cat care, precise medication administration, and strict routine management. Whether your kitty requires advanced medical vigilance, a gentle approach for shyness, or just high-energy playtime, I will care for them with the same patience and devotion I gave to Ace.
Today, I serve as the Co-TNR Coordinator for Purrgatory Cat Rescue and a Facilities Planner for ODJFS. In my spare time, I am an avid reader, staying active with Pilates, a concert goer and a National Park visitor.
Learn More About Laura
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Iris is a sweet 5 year old velcro cat who constantly chirps and purrs. She is a people person and knows no enemy. She has summer allergies which I treat with prescription medicine in the warmer months.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am available most holidays since my family is local. My schedule will reflect my holiday availability if I am out of town. You can message me if my availability is blocked off to see if I have time to schedule you.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
When caring for timid or anxious cats, my rule is to never force interaction. I start by letting them set the boundaries, using a soft voice, and avoiding direct, prolonged eye contact. I often sit quietly on the floor nearby to let them get used to my scent and presence at their own level. Through my volunteer work at Purrgatory Cat Rescue, I have learned to read subtle feline body language and respect their hiding spots. I ensure their environment stays predictable, keeping food, water, and litter boxes exactly where they feel safest."
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Laura is experienced with 3 types of medications
Check if Laura services your area
Unfortunately, Laura does not cover your area right meow.
Cassidy
This week
Laura is an amazing cat sitter. She was very attentive and provided great care while I was gone. My cat needed frequent eyedrops and she was able to give them no problem. Laura was also very communicative and put my mind at ease as an anxious cat mom. Highly reccomend her!
Read moreResponse from Laura
Thank you for the kind review! I enjoyed visiting Olive. She is so sweet and talkative.
Read more
Emily
This month
Laura was so attentive to my two cats while I was out of the country. she kept me at ease while I was so far away and took great care of both my cats. she followed instruction well and provided daily updates! very appreciative and grateful!
Read more
Willow
This week
Laura was great! Very communicative and professional. I had made a mistake when booking my dates and she was very flexible and understanding. Gots lots of updates and photos of my kitty!
Read more
Navah
September 21, 2026
Incredible catsitter— my cats were happy and well taken care of when I got back home!
Read more
Meowtel
June 12, 2026
Laura is a background-checked cat sitter in the Columbus area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Laura's is 10%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Laura's holiday surcharge is 10%.
Schedule Constraints
I am not available midday, Monday-Thursday. Open availability on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Message me if you see days/times not available. I can work with you to fit in your cat’s schedule.
Communicate & Pay Through Meowtel
Using Meowtel's messaging and payment tools helps keep booking details in one place and gives you access to platform support if you need help.
375,000+
Reservations Completed
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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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
Cassidy
This week
Laura is an amazing cat sitter. She was very attentive and provided great care while I was gone. My cat needed frequent eyedrops and she was able to give them no problem. Laura was also very communicative and put my mind at ease as an anxious cat mom. Highly reccomend her!
Response from Laura
Thank you for the kind review! I enjoyed visiting Olive. She is so sweet and talkative.
Emily
This month
Laura was so attentive to my two cats while I was out of the country. she kept me at ease while I was so far away and took great care of both my cats. she followed instruction well and provided daily updates! very appreciative and grateful!
Willow
This week
Laura was great! Very communicative and professional. I had made a mistake when booking my dates and she was very flexible and understanding. Gots lots of updates and photos of my kitty!
Response from Laura
Thank you for the kind review.
Navah
September 21, 2026
Incredible catsitter— my cats were happy and well taken care of when I got back home!
Meowtel
June 12, 2026
Laura is a background-checked cat sitter in the Columbus area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.