I'm Leo
A cat sitter in Portland, OR
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I'm Leo | Cat Sitting in Portland, OR
👋 Hi, I'm Leo - I am an experienced cat caretaker with a special interest in rehabilitating and caring for disabled or medically complex kitties. I have volunteered at two shelters and fostered or collaborated with almost a dozen animal rescues nationwide. I have also independently rescued and rehomed cats from various dire situations when rescues and shelters were closed to admissions. This has helped me grow as a caregiver and learn so much about our fantastic feline friends, and I recently dove back into pet sitting full time. 😺 I believe that all cats are wonderful, quirks and all! Whether they are rambunctious youngsters, velcro kitties insistent on human pillows, or reserved old-timers, I try to adjust my energy and behavior to support them when owners are absent. My goal is always to have the least stressful and most beneficial interactions with your beloved kitties, even if that means giving them lots of space. I prioritize building trusting relationships with the cats in my care. 💉 I am comfortable giving oral medication, insulin + glucose tests, sub-q fluids, and other medications to even the spiciest cats. In addition, I provide comprehensive cat care services such as feeding, litterbox cleaning, and enrichment, AKA playtime! I can no longer provide the add-on of dog care at my Meowtel rates, but I am usually happy to care for any other animals. Please specify any additional needs upfront in your reservation request, including any history of behavioral, medical or bathroom issues your pets might have. 📝 I also ask that all pawrents and kitty caretakers provide detailed written instructions, either through digital file sharing and/or a physical copy at the home. It's often helpful to see these prior to the meet and greet, so I can ask any questions at that time. This approach is intended to help everyone avoid any confusion or miscommunication. ⏰ IMPORTANT: please clearly communicate any expectations you have around scheduling. If you book "anytime," that quite literally means anytime between 6a-11p with variability day-to-day. If you want consistency, a particular time of day, or need specific timing on certain days, please tell me when you make the request! I need to have explicit knowledge of your actual expectations to be able to meet them, as my responsibilities, route and schedule all change daily. 🐈⬛ My cat is my best friend and inspiration for focusing more on this work. Tamarind, the leash-trained wonder, has a rare autoimmune condition ...
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Leo's Reviews
Lauren
Leo was A+ with our senior cat. They were a pro at getting her to eat her full portion and coaxed her out for play and cuddles. Updates were super thorough and diligent and photos were very cute. I'd definitely recommend them!
Sarah
My orange boys have come to love when Leo comes to care for them if I’m away. I always know they’re in good hands!!
Kelley
This is my second time booking with Leo and they were once again amazing! They are great with my skittish cat and were able to medicate him with no problem. I got many updates and photos while I was away. They left the house clean and the cats were very well taken care of. I will definitely be booking again, highly recommended!
Kelley
I can’t say enough good things about Leo! My two cats have some health issues, and one of them (who is generally very skittish) has to be pilled every day. I had a trip coming up that I was debating canceling because I didn’t think my usual pet sitters would be able to handle the care they now require. I was very lucky to find Leo last minute! They were great with my skittish cat and had no issues medicating him and getting him to come out of his shell (no small feat!). I was sent detailed notes, photos, and videos everyday, and I could tell my cats instantly felt comfortable with them. I was able to enjoy my trip knowing they were being very well cared for. I would highly recommend Leo and will definitely be booking again in the future!
Rachel
Leo is truly amazing! They send so many detailed updates and photos, and our cat clearly loves them. They took great care of our home and our two snakes in addition to our elderly cat! They also took precautions against Covid and other illnesses which we so appreciate. Highly recommend working with Leo!
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Leo's Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications
- Animal CPR Trained
- Foster Parent
- T-N-R
- Shelter Volunteer
Transportation
- Car
Medication Experience
- Topical Ointments
- Eye/Ear Drops
- Oral Medication / Pills
- Injections / Diabetic Management
- 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
Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
Customers will receive a 100% 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.
Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer 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.
The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee
We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.
If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Portland cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $31.00. 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. Meowtel sitters 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 we'll match you with the best options which are close by.
Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 will include 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. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.