I'm Cara

Cara's Cat Care

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20 Repeat clients
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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

Cara is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management

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Cara's Cat Care

I'm Cara

Cat Sitting in Lakewood, OH

Hi! My name is Cara and during the day I am an office manager. I love cats and am basically a cat myself (lol). I currently am between kitties but I have grown up with cats all my life. I am loving being a sitter with Meowtel- every cat I meet becomes another furry friend and fills my cat loving heart 😻

Being around cats makes me so happy and I would love to have as many fur friends as I can! I’m usually the person animals get along with even when they don’t normally ge...
Hi! My name is Cara and during the day I am an office manager. I love cats and am basically a cat myself (lol). I currently am between kitties but I have grown up with cats all my life. I am loving being a sitter with Meowtel- every cat I meet becomes another furry friend and fills my cat loving heart 😻

Being around cats makes me so happy and I would love to have as many fur friends as I can! I’m usually the person animals get along with even when they don’t normally get along with anyone else. I hope your cat ends up loving me as much as I know I will love them :)

I am in Lakewood and can travel to surrounding areas. I am typically available mornings and often after work during the week and most times on Saturday/Sunday. *I am willing to work with you and what works best so please reach out if you do not see the dates open you are looking for! Please inquire if you are interested in overnight care.

I can’t wait to meet your baby!

Learn More About Cara

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been cat sitting since Spring 2024 and I am LOVING it. I couldn’t ask for a better job. I love being around cats and hanging out with them never feels like work.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I have always connected quickly with all animals however cats are my favorite! I love making new furry friends, and getting in all the pets I can.

What is your favorite cat toy?

I love all the cat toys! I will toss balls around, play with laser lights, bounce around the ball on the string, whichever toy the cat shows the most interest for.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

When I meet a nervous cat, I allow the cat to have as much space as they need. I will let it get as close to me as it wants and let it sniff me before I try anything further. I also know that sometimes it takes multiple visits before a cat is comfortable with me. It took me over a year but I was able to get my friends cat from hiding when I came over to letting me pet, hold and love up on him!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management

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Meredith

Meredith

March 27, 2026

Cara was amazing with my two old ladies! She got them moving and playing, sent lots of great pictures, and gave one of them her medicine, which can be tricky. I felt so reassured that they were in good hands while I was away. All the while, Cara was really communicative and respectful of my home. I highly recommend her! 😊

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Michael

Michael

October 24, 2025

Cara is amazing! I have a quite skittish cat who seems to trust nobody but me. But less than 5 minutes into our preliminary meet/greet, my cat came up to her and even let Cara pet him, which was enough proof for me that she’s a cat whisperer. She provided updates as well as pictures every day. Highly recommend.

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Carolyn

Carolyn

January 17, 2026

Cara did a fabulous job looking after my two fur babies while I was traveling for work. Awesome daily updates with pics! Greatly appreciated her care and attention to detail. Highly recommend Cara!

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Heather

Heather

March 16, 2026

Cara's time with my cats went incredibly well. When we met in person we explained our expectations and she met those and even went above and beyond for us. We can't be more thankful to her for taking such great care of our little babies. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to go out of town anytime soon, she will do wonders for your pets!

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Nudar

Nudar

July 21, 2025

Cara took great care of my kitten while I was out of town for a few days. She would send me daily updates and pictures of my kitten.

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April

April

October 27, 2024

We typically use a different sitting service outside of Meowtel and were in a last-minute bind when they couldn't be available. Cara was very responsive, and worked to understand what we needed from a sitter. She was easy to schedule with, and asked great questions to understand our 2 kitties needs. She sent us pictures with every visit, along with a narrative on the visit itself. Our kitties are extremely shy, but one of them even made an appearance while we were gone. We had such a positive experience with Cara that she is going to be out go to now instead of the other place. Highly recommend.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$25.00 / 20min
$41.00 / 45min
$47.00 / 60min
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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.

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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.

Lakewood cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $24.00. 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!

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