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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

Kate is experienced with 4 types of medications

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

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Kate

I'm Kate

Cat Sitting in Gresham, OR

šŸ‘‹ Hi, I’m Kate (she/her) and I am experienced cat sitter and cat mom. My beautiful Torbie (Pheebs) recently crossed the rainbow bridge 🌈 last year at 14. I wanted to find a way to honor her without replacing her. Helping other cat parents is my way of honoring her.

🐈Cats are often deemed to be independent creatures who don’t need as much love and attention. I find that to be a misconception and in my own experience found my kitty needed lots of love, attention and cuddles. Cats are excellent teachers in how to set boundaries and the key is learning to listen to their cues and respect their boundaries...
šŸ‘‹ Hi, I’m Kate (she/her) and I am experienced cat sitter and cat mom. My beautiful Torbie (Pheebs) recently crossed the rainbow bridge 🌈 last year at 14. I wanted to find a way to honor her without replacing her. Helping other cat parents is my way of honoring her.

🐈Cats are often deemed to be independent creatures who don’t need as much love and attention. I find that to be a misconception and in my own experience found my kitty needed lots of love, attention and cuddles. Cats are excellent teachers in how to set boundaries and the key is learning to listen to their cues and respect their boundaries.

šŸ’ŠI have my own experience administering medications with Pheebs and through cat sitting. I have experience administering medications through topicals, in foods, and via shots (insulin). I understand how stress-inducing leaving your fur baby while they need extra care and attention can be, and I am competent and confident that I can provide that care with compassion and empathy.

šŸ“I find detailed instructions to be the best way to communicate your kitties needs and ask you provide these prior to our meet and greet so I can ask any questions at that time.

ā°Please communicate expectations around scheduling. If you need consistency, a particular time of day, I am happy to accommodate but just ask for that notice in advance, so I can schedule accordingly.

Feel free to message me with any questions! I look forward to meeting you and your fur baby!

Learn More About Kate

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love cat sitting because it allows me to spend quality time with cats, as I greatly miss my kitty who recently passed away.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

When working with a new family, I recommend meeting prior to get your fur babies comfortable and to set expectations. This helps limit any confusion and allows you to be free to enjoy your time away!

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

My kitty was particularly anxious, as she had not been socialized with other animals or many people and she was timid around new people. I learned patience and respecting boundaries to be of particular importance. If you have an anxious kitty I will approach with care, even if it is just to be in the same room, so they are not alone.


Medication Experience:

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

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Jaime

Jaime

January 17, 2026

I would trust Katie with my pets and house anytime, she is very responsible and loves animals! Highly recommend.

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Jen

Jen

January 17, 2026

Kate takes such great care of our pets every-time she watches our house. She is a great communicator, is highly organized and regularly sends us fun updates. Our doggos, kitty and fish love her and we appreciate being able to feel confident they are well cared for when we travel.

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Meowtel

Meowtel

January 17, 2026

Kate is a background-checked cat sitter in the Gresham area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$44.00 / 45min
$55.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$110.00 / Overnight
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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.

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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.

Gresham cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. 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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