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I'm Lin
Cat Sitting in Portland, OR
It’s my priority to make sure your cat has fun and feels loved while you’... I’m obsessed with all animals but have over a decade experience as a cat mom. I use a gentle and compassionate approach with every animal I meet, giving them time and space to grow comfortable with me before engaging.
It’s my priority to make sure your cat has fun and feels loved while you’re out of town. I live in NE Portland but have reliable transportation and love to move all around the city, so I can come to you in any neighborhood :)
The tuxedo in my pictures is my soul cat, Tombi, who passed away recently, and the black and white longhair is my new cat, Cowboy Boots 🤠
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love getting to know the personality of each cat, and doing everything I can to make sure they know they’re loved while their people are away.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
My cat Cowboy Boots is a formerly feral mystery man. He loves to spend his days lying in a pile of dirt and cuddling and sniffing feet when he comes home at night.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes! I’m available for all holidays.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I stay cautious of the fact that I’m in their space and they might view me as a threat. I move slowly and don’t push interaction, letting them set the pace of our introduction.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lin is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Natasha
June 6, 2026
Lin is friendly, on-time and efficient, all qualities that make an excellent cat sitter. my cat is quite shy, and although Lin didn’t get to interact with her, I felt thankful for all the pet care she provided. Joey had fresh food and water and a clean box twice a day, along with treat puzzles and toys.
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Kaylea
This month
Lin is very caring and attentive with my senior cat. I appreciate the daily updates with pictures as it provides additional peace of mind knowi no that my baby is happy and well-cared for.
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Julia
This month
Lin is our go-to cat sitter! She’s responsive, flexible, and so kind with our cat. She helps with last-minute medications, schedule changes, and surprises with grace. Many, many thanks!!!
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Jean
July 20, 2026
Lin was great! I could tell from the pictures Happy the cat enjoyed Lin playing with him. I could count on Lin to feed Happy at the same times each morning and evening and provide a report to me. I'd hire Lin again!
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Julia
April 2, 2025
This was a great experience with Lin. Sadly, we had a family emergency in the middle of our vacation and Lin was wonderful to help with our cat. She really made things easy for our attention to focus where it needed to be. Knowing the cat was cared for a loved made such a difference. Thank you!
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Janelle
March 24, 2025
I felt super comfortable with Lin taking care of my best little buddy. She sent updates each visit, along with pics and videos. She was very sweet with Nui. I could tell that Nui felt comfortable with her too :)
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Lin's is 20%
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
Lin's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Lin's is 20%
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
Lin's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Labor Day is coming up soon (September 7th, 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.
Portland cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $30.00. 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
Natasha
June 6, 2026
Lin is friendly, on-time and efficient, all qualities that make an excellent cat sitter. my cat is quite shy, and although Lin didn’t get to interact with her, I felt thankful for all the pet care she provided. Joey had fresh food and water and a clean box twice a day, along with treat puzzles and toys.
Kaylea
This month
Lin is very caring and attentive with my senior cat. I appreciate the daily updates with pictures as it provides additional peace of mind knowi no that my baby is happy and well-cared for.
Julia
This month
Lin is our go-to cat sitter! She’s responsive, flexible, and so kind with our cat. She helps with last-minute medications, schedule changes, and surprises with grace. Many, many thanks!!!
Jean
July 20, 2026
Lin was great! I could tell from the pictures Happy the cat enjoyed Lin playing with him. I could count on Lin to feed Happy at the same times each morning and evening and provide a report to me. I'd hire Lin again!
Julia
April 2, 2025
This was a great experience with Lin. Sadly, we had a family emergency in the middle of our vacation and Lin was wonderful to help with our cat. She really made things easy for our attention to focus where it needed to be. Knowing the cat was cared for a loved made such a difference. Thank you!
Janelle
March 24, 2025
I felt super comfortable with Lin taking care of my best little buddy. She sent updates each visit, along with pics and videos. She was very sweet with Nui. I could tell that Nui felt comfortable with her too :)
Jamie
February 11, 2025
Lin always does well with our little lady and somehow gets her to come out of her shell when she is usually so shy and hiding from strangers. Whenever Lin is visiting Kira I know that she is in good hands and getting the love and playtime that she needs while I'm away.
Max
January 28, 2025
The cats felt so comfortable around Lin and that was so great to see! Got daily updates with photos and they were also super fast to respond with any questions I had!!
Mollie
January 2, 2026
Lin was loving and reliable. she gave my car special attention and sent pictures and sweet anecdotes each day. I will definitely continue to request her in the future.
Charlotte
May 25, 2025
Lin was the perfect choice for my cat Harrison:-). right from their first meeting Lin had him at hello. her caring for him and the confidence I had in her skill and connection with him helped me enjoy my trip so much more ! I’d recommend Lin in a heartbeat and will hire her again without hesitation .
Nicky
January 21, 2024
Lin was awesome! I left town on the brink of a snow and ice storm and Lin was super communicative throughout the whole week. She braved the terrible weather to check in on my cat and she kept me updated when there was a possible pipe leak in my apartment. I appreciated her so much and I’m so glad I found her to watch me cat!
Melanie
February 23, 2025
Lin always takes great care of my girls. I get updates regularly and she is one of the few people my grumpy girl is ok with.
Melanie
June 7, 2024
My cat turns semi-feral with most people, but she was fine with Lin! It was so nice to not need to worry so much during my vacation.
Jona
April 21, 2024
Lin was fantastic! She took such good care of my kitty (Persephone) during a long stay away. A true kitty charmer, she became quick friends with Persephone & made sure to meet her play needs. Lin gave thoughtful updates and sent wonderful photos which was helpful for me as I was missing Persephone!
Christopher
February 6, 2024
Our old lady Lucy is very particular, and Lin clearly gained her trust and made her comfortable immediately. We are so appreciative of the quality of care that Lin gave to our kitty girl.
Nicola
February 4, 2024
Lin is a great cat sitter! Our cat is pretty shy and takes a long time to trust strangers, but Lin went above and beyond to make sure the daily routine was comfortable and easy for her. And Lin gave great updates! would definitely book again.
Ashlin
December 28, 2023
Lin did a wonderful job with my boys. Lin would give me regular updates with pictures. I came home to happy kittens and a tidy space.
Lily
November 14, 2024
Lin was amazing! Super responsive and every day we looked forward to the photos and updates we received. If we ever need someone to watch our cat again, we will definitely be booking with Lin!
Bria
September 4, 2024
Lin was great and super easy to communicate with. My cats loved her and I had peace of mind during my trip that they were in good hands through her updates/photos.
Cara
February 12, 2024
Lin was great at checking in with us, getting our shy kitty out of her shell, and sent us great photo updates.
Shannon
January 25, 2024
Lin is an amazing cat sitter and I'm very glad she took care of my baby. She sent pictures, kept me updated, and overall was a great communicator. I couldn't recommend her enough!
Benjamin
December 16, 2025
Lin did a fantastic job taking care of our old girl Beane. I would recommend Lin. She was easy to communicate with and did regular updates while we are gone. I knew that Beane and our house were well cared for.
Benjamin
June 23, 2026
Lin was fantastic with our cat. She always takes the time to be with her not just feed and go. Our cat can get stressed when we are away and is much less so when Lin takes care of her. I would highly recommend Lin.
Jamie
May 16, 2026
Lin always takes the best care of my little lady. My cat is very shy and doesn't come out for strangers but Lin is able to bring her out of her shell and give her the playtime and love she needs while I'm away.
Deryn
September 3, 2024
Lin was an amazing sitter! They took amazing care of my elderly cat, Binx, while I was away for the weekend. So kind, compassionate, and attentive. Thank you Lin!
Cara
July 27, 2024
We have loved working with Lin for multiple long weekends so felt confident to leave our cat in her car for our 10 day trip. She sent great updates and is so kind and consistent! So thankful for her!
Madelyn
February 23, 2025
Lin was great with my 3 kitties. she definitely made me feel at ease while I was away.
Benjamin
This month
Cari
This month
Sarah
This month
Mimi felt comfortable with Lin right away. Great experience overall!
Mikayla
July 20, 2026
Benjamin
July 7, 2026
Lin is amazing. She takes such good care of Beane. I cannot recommend Lin enough.
Jona
July 5, 2026
Christina
June 8, 2026
Cari
June 3, 2026
I was so happy to get home and see my cats were happy! Thank you, Lin!
Janelle
March 19, 2026
Thanks again for everything, Lin! You're the best 💕
Arlene
March 18, 2026
Lin is reliable and efficient
Kevin
March 10, 2026
Jona
February 23, 2026
Cara
February 7, 2026
Jennifer
January 15, 2026
Kevin
January 1, 2026
Lin is wonderful, 10/10 recommend Lin for your car sitting needs! She’s great with cats, wonderfully responsive, and was very easy to work with.
Kaylea
December 31, 2025
Christina
December 2, 2025
Scott
November 7, 2025
Janelle
October 30, 2025
She's always the best! Thank you again, Lin!
Jessica
October 23, 2025
Mike
September 19, 2025
Arlene
September 18, 2025
Fantastic, went very smooth highly recommended
Janelle
September 9, 2025
Lin was phenomenal as usual. Thanks so much, Lin. I always feel better knowing you're hanging out with my little guy.
Jamie
September 4, 2025
Lin takes such good care of my little lady every time I am away. Lin is super reliable and always does a great job with my shy little cat, bringing her out of her shell and giving her the love and play she needs, and also putting my mind at ease knowing that she is in good hands.
Erika
August 30, 2025
Mikayla
August 29, 2025
Scott
August 25, 2025
Mike
August 18, 2025
Jona
July 10, 2025
Julia
July 7, 2025
Always love having Lin watch our cat, so nice knowing he’s well cared for while we’re away! Thank you
Mike
June 25, 2025
Mike
May 20, 2025
Jack
May 7, 2025
Erica
April 3, 2025
Mikayla
April 2, 2025
Laura
March 17, 2025
Caleb
February 18, 2025
Christina
January 26, 2025
Cara
January 20, 2025
Breanna
January 5, 2025
Jennifer
January 5, 2025
Christina
January 3, 2025
Bryan
December 30, 2024
Absolutely went above and beyond!! truly cares about the fur babies!! 1000/10 stars. Quite literally saved my cats
Misty
December 18, 2024
Christina
December 8, 2024
Mikayla
December 3, 2024
Laura
November 30, 2024
Melanie
November 5, 2024
Jun
November 2, 2024
Lin was great! She made my first long trip with a cat sitter anxiety free and I absolutely appreciate her for that. Definitely will have her again next time :)
Erica
October 31, 2024
Juliette
October 7, 2024
Juliette
October 4, 2024
Mike
August 27, 2024
Kayleen
August 27, 2024
Cary
August 22, 2024
Katy
August 21, 2024
Another great experience with Lin! She is very reliable, responsive, and great with our kitty!
Erica
August 14, 2024
Evan
July 14, 2024
Mike
July 9, 2024
Chris
July 9, 2024
Lin did an awesome job making our cat feel comfortable and happy while we were on vacation.
Julia
July 7, 2024
Lin was a very trustworthy and helpful caretaker for our cat. This was our first experience hiring someone, and Lin made it so easy I know we’ll be return customers.
Emily
July 6, 2024
Lin was a great communicator and we would trust her with our cat any time!
Evan
July 1, 2024
Jona
July 1, 2024
Mikayla
June 27, 2024
Lin was great, would recommend
Katy
June 24, 2024
Shelise
May 30, 2024
Clara
May 27, 2024
Katy
May 15, 2024
Great experience! Awesome communication and my kitty was happy upon my return. Would definitely book with Lin again :)
Erica
May 4, 2024
So grateful to have found someone who cares for my cats so well while I’m out of town!!!
Angela
April 7, 2024
Mike
March 30, 2024
Erin
March 28, 2024
Adam
March 13, 2024
Lin was amazing, and took great care of my cats! She was super responsive and overall wonderful. Highly recommended!
Cara
March 10, 2024
Evan
February 27, 2024
Melanie
February 26, 2024
Erica
February 11, 2024
so grateful to have found Lin! she took such great care of my kitties - I could tell she really loved them so it was just a huge relief being out of town knowing that they were in great hands. would def hire again!
Mary
December 27, 2023
Lin was great! I received daily updates and photos and Benji was a happy guy when I came back from my trip.
Shannon
November 27, 2023
Lin gave great photo and video updates and made sure my cat’s (and quails’) needs were taken care of. Would recommend!
Amber
November 24, 2023
she was so wonderful! the cats seemed to love her and she was great taking photos and updating me!
Meowtel
November 9, 2023
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