I'm Melissa

Name: Melissa's Fur Baby Sitting
Address: Westerville, OH, 43081, US
Rating: 4.97

Melissa's Fur Baby Sitting

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4.97

75 Reviews

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17 Repeat clients

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I'm Melissa

Melissa's Fur Baby Sitting

Westerville, OH

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 4 types of medications

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

You aren't charged until Melissa confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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I'm Melissa

Cat Sitting in Westerville, OH

**I will be taking NEW clients for visits starting again on 5/11**

I love cats and would be the perfect cat sitter for you and your fur babies because I've always had a pet in my home since the age of 5. Yes, my first pet was a dog and I do love them, but a cat fit in my lap much easier! All of my cats throughout my life have either been feral or from a shelter/foster situation. I love to take them from a not the best situation into my loving home, and spoil them a bit! My last cat I had before my current 6, had diabetes and was required to have insulin twice a day, so I am comfortable administering medication via needles, if needed.
I currently have 6 cats that once again are from a local foster. The 2 oldest are sisters & have a year younger brother.
The 4th is from a local lady who needed to rehome her. And my 5th from the same rescue as the other 3... **I will be taking NEW clients for visits starting again on 5/11**

I love cats and would be the perfect cat sitter for you and your fur babies because I've always had a pet in my home since the age of 5. Yes, my first pet was a dog and I do love them, but a cat fit in my lap much easier! All of my cats throughout my life have either been feral or from a shelter/foster situation. I love to take them from a not the best situation into my loving home, and spoil them a bit! My last cat I had before my current 6, had diabetes and was required to have insulin twice a day, so I am comfortable administering medication via needles, if needed.
I currently have 6 cats that once again are from a local foster. The 2 oldest are sisters & have a year younger brother.
The 4th is from a local lady who needed to rehome her. And my 5th from the same rescue as the other 3. My 6th is a foster fail, but I just had to keep her and love her so much!
I just love how comforting cats are and no matter how you're feeling, they are always there to give you love and I want to be the one there for your cat when you can't be!
I am currently a stay-at-home mom who works part-time and I'm going back to school part-time for Business Administration, so my time I can take care of your fur babies is very flexible. I have also volunteered at rescues before, so I know how much work these amazing agencies do to help our babies out and I can't wait to help you out with yours!
I can't wait to meet your babies and take care of them when you're on vacation or just out of town for a day or two.
I am located in Westerville, Ohio and prefer to sit in Westerville, Powell, Worthington, New Albany, Dublin and Northwest Columbus. If you are located outside my service area, please message me as I will make acceptions to certain locations/areas/situations.
You can be guaranteed to receive multiple photos, videos and updates about your babies daily, while you are away. If there's any sanitation or health/safety precautions you have, just let me know and they will be followed and of course I will remove my shoes upon entering your home, just like in mine!
Hope you enjoyed reading about me and how I will love and spoil your pet while you are away.

Learn More About Melissa

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

I have had good experiences with cat sitting. Cats seem to like me, even when they are shy or timid. I have been officially cat sitting with Meowtel since December of 2022, but have babysat dogs and cats off and on for several years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love getting to spend time with the fur babies and get extra love from them. It is also great to be able to bring the shy ones out of their shells!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I sure do, I have 6! Their names are Margarita, Tequila, Jack, Bailey, Whiskey and Fireball Finch. They are also all rescues.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Check reviews and ask the sitters questions if you have any questions. I am always open to answer any questions that you may have and incorporate any routines that you may have.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I always make sure that the outside doors are latched so there is no chance of anyone escaping out the door. I make sure that everything inside is how I would leave my home if my fur babies are left home alone. When I leave the house, I make sure that the lights are how they were when I arrived and make sure that the doors are locked.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Most definitely! I do have a daughter, but we can adjust our holiday schedules to accommodate your reservation, as we are very flexible.

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

Having 2 timid ones of my own, I just work with them at their own pace. I sit on the floor near them and do not act aggressively to pet or try to touch them. I like them to get comfortable with me on their own time.

Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer

I'm Melissa

Melissa's Fur Baby Sitting

Westerville, OH

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 4 types of medications

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

You aren't charged until Melissa confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

Check if Melissa services your area

Good news! Melissa covers your area.

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4.97

75 reviews

5.0

Attention to Detail

5.0

Communication

5.0

Tidiness

Leanne

April 29, 2026

This is the fourth time we’ve used Melissa and she continues to be wonderful! We have her booked twice more this year and will be booking again as soon as her 2027 schedule opens up. She takes great care of our three kitties. It’s great being able to relax and enjoy our trips knowing they’re being well cared for.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Courtney

December 27, 2025

Melissa took phenomenal care of Ruby. She was communicative and patient when Ruby was a little shy. We felt comfortable the entire time we were away because of Melissa’s care for Ruby and her thorough updates. We would certainly recommend Melissa as a cat sitter!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Response from Melissa

Thank you for the 5 🌟 review! It was my pleasure watching Ruby, she's a wonderful cat & purrfect lady!

Leanne

October 13, 2024

This was the second time Melissa watched our three cats. She was amazing! She even got our shy one to come out for pets. I would definitely recommend Melissa to anyone and will be using her for our next vacation.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Melissa

Thank you for the review! Your fur babies are so sweet & I try to make Murray feel as loved as the other 2. I can't wait to sit for them again!

Nicole

July 18, 2025

Melissa was amazing! She sent lots of pictures with an update each day! I felt confident that my kitties were in great hands! I will definitely book with her in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Melissa

Thank you for the 5 🌟 review! It was my pleasure to watch your fur babies! Mowmow & Benji are such sweeties!

Michael

August 10, 2025

this was our first time having someone stay with our Joseph, and the experience was awesome! Melissa was very punctual and took care of our baby while we were away. We felt very comfortable Melissa staying with him and would definitely do it again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Response from Melissa

Michael, thank you for the 5 🌟 review. It was my pleasure watching Joseph! He's such a sweetheart 💕

Hollie

July 25, 2025

I liked Melissa instantly when I met her. She made me feel at ease about leaving my cats. She was a great communicator, was flexible, and reliable. Highly recommend!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Melissa

Thank you for the 5 🌟 review! It was my pleasure watching your fur babies!

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$32.50 / 20min

$49.50 / 45min

$64.50 / 60min

Calendar updated 9 days ago

Melissa's is 30%

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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.

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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.

Westerville 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!

4.97

From $32.50

Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)