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I'm Marissa

A cat sitter in Portland, OR

4.86/5.00
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28 REVIEWS

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Over 125,000+ happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Marissa | Cat Sitting in Portland, OR

Learn More About Marissa

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two cats. Moo is a sassy siamese/tabby that I've had since she was a kittten, she is now 11 years old. Milo is a sweet grey and white tuxedo I rescued from the Pixie Project about 7 years ago.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am almost always available during winter Holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas). I am sometimes avaialble for summer holidays.

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

Timid or anxious cats require a lot of space and time to gain trust. I let them decide when they are ready to interact.

Marissa's Reviews

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Whitney

Whitney

Marissa was wonderful! She was prompt and thorough in all her communication before the reservation, and the kitties warmed up to her right away during our meet and greet. I really appreciated her attention to detail while I was away - she even noticed a change in the litter box and reached out immediately (it turned out to be just the Pretty Litter). Marissa sent regular photos and videos, which gave me great peace of mind knowing the kitties were well cared for. I’d love to have her sit for us again in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 6, 2025
Gwen

Gwen

Marissa was dependable and playful with my skittish cat. This was my first time leaving her with a stranger and in a new home that she's only been in for a few months. They got along great, and my cat welcomed her every evening!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 1, 2025
Erin

Erin

Marissa sent great videos and photos of my cat while I was out of town. Would recommend her to anyone!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 7, 2025
Katherine

Katherine

During our meet I notified weve taken our cat to the vet 3x & has a skin condition. It got worse while we were away & reported us to the app & animal control officer. I already said we will take him to the vet when we get back. Cameras shutoff & we couldn't see what she was doing the hr she was here

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 13, 2022
Elena

Elena

Marissa was greay. She was very professional and responsive and took care of our shy kitty with no issues. She administered meds and was even able to draw Minnie out of hiding, a tough feat! Marissa was very communicative and sent daily updates. I would recommend her to anyone!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 16, 2021
Colin

Colin

Melissa truly helped me out in a bind during a last minute holiday booking. For that I can’t thank her enough. Jazz even stood on her lap at some point which rarely even happens with me

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
January 13, 2025
Caroline

Caroline

This sitter was outstanding. We had unforeseen circumstances of her being locked out and she totally problem solved it and was able to gain access. She was SO thoughtful. She brought a toy over along with some treats. She sent me daily videos of my cat LOVING her. Very reliable & very competent.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 2, 2021
Valerie

Valerie

Marissa is wonderful! My incredibly skittish kitties didn’t run away from her on Day 1 - which is a huge deal for them. She is communicative and we are glad we found her!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 16, 2021
Lisa

Lisa

Marissa was fantastic! She did all we asked of her and more; she brought him treats and interesting toys to explore so he wouldn’t be too bored between visits. Even watered plants and brought in the mail. She’s very observant and notices when something isn’t as it should be, and quick to communicate any concerns. We couldn’t have left our fur beast in better hands. We’ll definitely have her take care of him again next time we need to leave him.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
December 1, 2023
Carla

Carla

Marissa was great, easy to work with, communicative, shared updates and videos and most importantly our cats warmed up to her quickly, which is no easy feat with one of our kitties who is extra shy with strangers. 10/10 would book Marissa again!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 13, 2022
Carla

Carla

Marissa has been such a great caretaker for our fur babies over the past several years. We never have to worry about them while we are gone knowing she will take great care of them and sends great updates and photos. We appreciate her and how responsive and communicative she is

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 26, 2024
Crystal

Crystal

Marissa did a great job and I will definitely book with her again. I have a kitty who needs to be medicated daily and can be really difficult, but Marissa made she got her meds every day. We appreciate the daily update and photos.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 5, 2021
Chris

Chris

Marissa was absolutely perfect as a cat sitter and definitely would recommend if you need a sitter for the short or long term! She watched my cats for 3 weeks and everything went great and was always able to provide me updates on how the cats were doing!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 6, 2021
Whitney

Whitney

Thank you so much Marissa for working with us again! You’re reliable, easy to communicate with, and the cats adore you. I always feel confident leaving them in your care.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
January 27, 2026
James

James

Marissa did a great job looking after our cat Lola, who can get a bit stressed and grumpy when we leave town. Marissa kept us to date with photos and updates while we were away, and also did a great job with Lola’s complicated feeding/medication routine. We would definitely recommend Marissa!!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
May 22, 2023
Alex

Alex

Marissa was very thoughtful and went above and beyond when our little demons made any messes!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
January 4, 2026
York

York

Marissa was great! she kept us updated with clear and timely communication and pictures every day. She took amazing care of Molly.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
August 30, 2025
Kara

Kara

Marissa is a bonafide cat whisperer! My antisocial cat is in love. She is professional and caring. I came back from vacation to a happy cat.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 31, 2022
York

York

Marissa was awesome as always!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
This month
Taylor

Taylor

Marissa consistently does a great job caring for our kitties! We love her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 15, 2025
Taylor

Taylor

Marissa did a great job caring for my cats and keeping us updated.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 1, 2025
York

York

Marissa was amazing. we would highly recommend her for your fur baby sitting needs!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 12, 2025
York

York

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 5, 2025
Taylor

Taylor

Grateful for Marissa taking great care of our two cats, especially on late notice.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 3, 2025
York

York

Marissa is great. Daily updates and quick to reply.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 17, 2025
Taylor

Taylor

we loved having Marissa take care of our two cats! She followed all the directions we had for her and our boys loved her. highly recommend her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 24, 2025
Carla

Carla

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 25, 2023
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Marissa is a cat sitter in the Portland area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.

April 22, 2021

Marissa's Service Area & Rates

  • Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $27.25 / 20min $42.50 / 45min $54.25 / 60min
  • Marissa's Holiday Surcharge is 15%
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Marissa's Skills & Services

Care Skills

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Bike
  • Car

Medication Administration

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Subcutaneous Fluids
  • Inhalers

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Cat parents may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a full refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Cat parents will receive a full refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Cat parents will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the cat parent cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

Trust & Safety

Enjoy Meowtel's world-class customer support with every reservation. Our dedicated team is here for you and your cat every step of the way.

If the Meet & Greet isn't the right fit, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Portland cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and the services they offer, but the average price for a cat sitter is $29.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Cat sitters on Meowtel offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so you can find the best options which are close by.

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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit typically includes the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. Every kitty is different and that's why sitters on Meowtel offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you can meet them before you leave to confirm it's a purrfect fit.

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