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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

Melissa is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Cat Sitter

I'm Melissa

Cat Sitting in Lakewood, OH

Hi. I'm Melissa. I've had cats my whole life and I love them. Kind of obsessed. I have two now: Luna and Tsuki.
Though I'm new to pet sitting, I am very experienced with cats and will take care of your precious bean exactly as you ask.
I have experience giving oral med...
Hi. I'm Melissa. I've had cats my whole life and I love them. Kind of obsessed. I have two now: Luna and Tsuki.
Though I'm new to pet sitting, I am very experienced with cats and will take care of your precious bean exactly as you ask.
I have experience giving oral medications and eye drops to cats. I am a licensed practical nurse so I can quickly understand any medical instructions given to me.
I will be available for weekdays, weekends, overnights, and most holidays.
I Hope to hear from you soon so I can give your cats all the love.

Learn More About Melissa

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

I am completely new to professional cat sitting. I have pet sit for friends and family but the aspect of working with a paying client is new to me. I have pet sit for my brother (one cat), my mother (4 cats, one dog), and my friend (one cat, 2 dogs).

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two cats. My oldest is Luna; she's a 5 year old tabby. She's more bonded to my husband. It's a special day when she chooses me to sit with. Tsuki is my 3 year old black cat. He is a menace to society but he is my son and I love him so much.

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

I feel that the best course of action when dealing with cats is to not push their comfort level. I would try to win them over with toys or treats but would not try to make any physical contact unless they invite it.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$20.00 / 20min
$30.00 / 45min
$40.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$60.00 / Overnight
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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.

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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