Unfortunately we did not have a good experience with Mariya. She was not very personable, warm or friendly when we met her, especially compared to other Meowtel sitters we have hired in the past and had great experiences with. But ultimately the biggest problem was that Mariya cancelled on us after we had already left town for our wedding, leaving us stressed and worried on arguably the most important weekend of our lives. She claimed our cat "prevented her from entering the kitchen" and decided she was afraid of our 8-pound housecat, which is ridiculous, and she cancelled the reservation. Nothing happened whatsoever. It seems she just isn't a cat person and doesn't understand cats or cat behavior. The Meowtel catsitter who came to save the day after Mariya cancelled said they encountered no such behavior or any issues, and said both of our cats (just like the 5+ other catsitters we've hired in the past 6 years) were sweet and calm. I would not recommend Mariya to look after your cats, and honestly I am surprised by all these 5-star reviews. I am giving her 2 stars for taking detailed notes about caring for our cats and for showing up on time. But otherwise our experience with her was disappointing and upsetting.

Mariya was wonderful! She paid close attention to my very detailed instructions at the meet-and-greet, reviewing them later to make double-sure she understood. She sent thorough updates and lots of pictures, and everything went smoothly despite our kitties' special med and food needs. Our kitties are elderly, frail, and anxious, and they seemed comfortable with her; we would definitely hire her again! :)

Mariya did a great job with my two senior kitties. One of my cats needs daily medication and an inhaler and she handled it with ease. I received thorough updates and lots of pictures and video. You can tell she really cares! I will definitely be asking Mariya to take care of my cats again.

Mariya was so amazing with my cat Chicken, who needed medication every 12 hours. She was always on time and so nice to talk to. She also gave lots of attention to my other two cats. Mariya went above and beyond and I would absolutely get her help again and recommend her to anyone who needs someone to care for their cats!

Very nice lady who obviously loves cats. Besides needing someone to feed my kitties and service their litter box, I really dread coming home to a house covered with cat hair. She was so helpful in agreeing to regularly vacuum clean the carpets and furnishings. I would definitely use her services again.

Mariya did great, my cat is pretty shy but Mariya got her to be friendly, and I think she seemed a bit less stressed than normal when I got home due to having some social interaction. Everything went smoothly, Mariya remembered all the details I gave her and was very flexible and responsive too.

Mariya was fantastic and our kitties warmed to her right away. She sent us delightful updates every morning and evening. It was comforting knowing that someone who loves cats was there for us while we were away.

I couldn't be more pleased with Mariya's help with my two kitties while I was away. Mariya sent me daily updates and multiple photos and videos of my cats playing, eating and being loved on! I am so grateful for the wonderful care she provided. I highly recommend Mariya!

Mariya truly goes above and beyond every time. I 100% trust her. and she genuinely has a beautiful way with cats, my kitty doesn't warm up to most people. he's a love bug, but only to a very select few. He warms up and feels safe with Mariya immediately. I'm so grateful to have her as my cat sitter!

Mariya took excellent care of my two senior cats! My shy cat warmed up to her quickly and was greeting her at the door halfway through my absence 😂 Was that cat charming on her part or ultimate betrayal on his? The jury is still out. My other cat got her daily bathtub faucet water (it's better than other water, you see...) during every visit and even allowed herself to be brushed, which is saying something. I'm pretty sure these two are just waiting for me to go out of town again so they can hang out with Mariya some more.

Mariya took incredible care of Bo and Penelope. She braved the Portland ice storm of February 2025 to get to our house and make sure our cats were taken care of. She played with, fed, and gave attention to our two cats. Penelope is a shy/aggressive cat and she made sure that she got food and love. When we got back home, both the cats were in high spirits and did not act mad at us for having the gall to leave them. The house was in excellent condition when we got back.

Mariya was so fantastic with our kitties. One needs medications daily and Mariya always provided updates on how she was doing each day, complete with photos, texts and videos. It can be stressful leaving pets home when gone for multiple days or weeks at a time, but we were at ease the entire trip. I think our kitties have a new bestie and we will absolutely use Mariya again!

Mariya was such a sweet, professional sitter and gave me total peace of mind that my cat was happy and well taken care of during my first extended trip away from him! I was sent daily photos, videos and detailed updates, and she went above and beyond, doing things like bringing in my mail, leaving a kind note (and even making sure my bearded dragon was okay! I did not expect her to do this and it was a huge relief!). I can’t thank her enough for making me feel that my home and pets were secure while I was away. When I came home, my cat was happy and affectionate as ever, a testament to the great care and love Mariya showed him! I highly recommend her and will definitely be booking her again next time I travel. Rorschach and Daisy say hi and thank you!

Fellow Meowtel sitter & cat mom of 4, with high standards for cat care - Mariya totally hit the mark & made us feel at ease while away! Her detailed updates, photos, and videos showed that she really cares for our cats, especially for our older kitty with somewhat complicated needs. 10/10 😸

Mariya is a wonderful cat sitter! She watched my cat Biscuit for 4 days. Biscuit is usually very shy around strangers but by the second day of visits she was coming out to get some cuddle time and treats with Mariya! I’m usually a nervous wreck about leaving my cat when I have to go on a trip, but this time my mind was at ease knowing she was being well taken care of in my absence. I received updates and pictures after each visit which I really appreciated. I would absolutely recommend Mariya as a caring and trustworthy cat sitter!

Mariya did an incredible job with my cat. I didn't realize how much I would appreciate the daily pictures and videos. Mariya also accommodated my hectic scheduling throughout the process and I couldn't have done this without her!

Mariya took wonderful care of my two kitties! They typically have bad seperation anxiety but after Mariya's care, they were so calm and happy. Mariya sent us daily updates, as well as pictures and videos. She is patient, kind, and caring to cats and cat-owners alike :)

Mariya is very responsive and easy to communicate with. She sent updates and the cutest photos immediately, and we never had to worry or ask for more information on how our cats were doing. One of our kitties can be a bit shy around new people, but she warmed up to Mariya very quickly!

Mariya is my go-to cat sitter - don’t know what I would do without her!! I have 2 VERY shy kitties & she always makes sure to search the house to get me snaps. She is fantastic with our 1/2 feral too! I know my fur babies are getting top notch care & love from her. and I feel confident leaving town when they are under her watch.

Mariya continues to be an outstanding cat sitter. She provides a detailed report with photos of her visit and is very caring and conscientious. Is it Mariya's fault that Clawed cat won't come out to play with her? Probably not, and I have spoken to Clawed about her catitude. Anyone interested in a cat, cheap? If you already have a cat, I highly recommend taking an interest in Mariya whenever you leave home. Highly recommended!

Mariya is lovely! So great with the photos and videos. Her efforts connecting with our shy cats was much appreciated, and she left the house super clean! Plus, she bonded with our 1/2 feral - a miracle! A pleasure to work with - Will def call on her again!

Mariya was so attentive to my cat, Taco, and thorough with keeping in touch with me and sending pictures and videos. She went above and beyond to make sure my little guy was comfortable and feeling loved, and she even brought in my mail and packages! I’ll be booking again :)

Mariya was an amazing sitter! She went above and beyond with taking care of my kitties. She sent us updates daily with pictures that were better than any I’ve ever taken of my cats and it was reassuring to know that they were being well taken care of. Thank you so much Mariya!

Mariya was awesome! My kit cats are shy, but she still made them feel comfortable enough not to be angry with me for leaving them for a week, so that's a major win! I got pictures after every visit and a little update about their food consumption and any sightings. Amazing over all!

Mariya is fantastic and I'm very grateful that I found her to care for my two cats. She and I met to discuss the things that needed to be done during her visits. She took careful notes and seemed to be very observant, because everything seemed to have been done perfectly. I especially enjoyed getting daily pictures and videos from her on my phone. While I missed my kitties, seeing those pictures and getting her daily updates made it much easier to be away. Mariya is an excellent cat-sitter and I strongly recommend her! --Bruce

Mariya has always been there when we needed her and she takes care of our cat with medical needs very well. She always sends lots of pictures too.

Despite Clawed Cat’s opinion, Mariya was everything you could ask for in a cat sitter. She arrived when promised and provided a complete, concise report with photographic evidence of her visit. Is it her fault that Clawed refused to come out of her hiding spot to play? Probably not. I mean, Clawed is a cat after all, and like many cats she just doesn’t care for people (including me). Clawed is looking forward to seeing Mariya again soon, even if she won’t see Clawed. Five paws!

Mariya was great and a natural with all four of our cats. Even our shy gal came out to play with her. Mariya was very thorough and understood our instructions completely. I felt the cats were in good hands while we were away!

Mariya was a thorough and attentive sitter starting immediately from the meet and greet! Daily communication including updates, photos, and videos of our cat helped us feel at ease that he was in capable hands. We will definitely call on Mariya again!

Mariya took great care of my kitty Maeby! She was very thorough at our meet and greet and handled my extra needs perfectly. Would 100% hire her again!

Mariya is the best!! She is my go-to cat sitter and is always reliable and goes above and beyond. She sends me lots of updates and photos of my kitty when I’m away. I feel a lot of peace of mind leaving my kitty in Mariya’s care.

Mariya was great, excellent communication, always sent texts with updates, was timely with the visits, and even put up with one of my grump cats Klaus, who sometimes has a bad attitude! We look forward to booking Mariya again in the future!

This was my first time hiring a cat-sitter for my babies, and Mariya was the best I could’ve hoped for. So thankful to have been referred to her by a mutual. She remembered everything we discussed during her meet and greet and made sure to send me lots of pictures and videos while I was away.

I’ve used Mariya twice now during week-long trips away and she’s been wonderful. My cat is very comfortable and happy with her, and so am I. Mariya is a great communicator and always sends me cute videos and pictures of my cat during her visits. Everything is super smooth with Mariya.

Mariya was wonderful. It was comforting knowing our cat was in good company and well taken care of while we were away. Very much appreciated the photos and videos sent daily to see he was well. Would definitely book again!

Mariya took such great care of our boys! They warmed up to her very quickly. She sent wonderful photos of our cats that allowed us to relax while we were away.

I cannot say enough how thankful I am for Mariya. Professional and friendly and took excellent care of our kitty! I spoil my cat rotten and was so worried about leaving her for a few weeks, but Mariya put my nerves at ease with her daily updates, photos and videos! If you're worried about your cat and want a sitter who you know will take the absolute best care of your baby, I cannot recommend Mariya enough!! <3

Mariya is the BEST! She sent daily updates with pics and videos that made my day (and made me laugh), and when I got home, I could tell my cats were happy and relaxed. Her professionalism and kindness make Mariya very special. So grateful for her help!!

Mariya was amazing! We received updates every visit along with pictures. Our cat took to her very well and she was active in playing with him and keeping him happy! We felt extremely confident leaving our cat and our home in Mariya’s hands. Will definitely be hiring her again! Thank you again!

This is my second time having Mariya watch Mushu and I couldn't be happier. I feel so safe and comfortable leaving Mushu in Mariya's capable hands, but even more, Mariya goes above and beyond with the Captain. She plays with her, snuggles her and treats her like her own kitty. Instead of being stressed when we got home, Mushu was relaxed and happy. Thank you Mariya, for everyting you do!

Mariya is such a phenomenal sitter. This was the second time we had her check on my girl and it made me so happy to see Zena say hi like she remembered her. I know she really cares and it gives me peace of mind when I’m gone.

Mariya was so wonderful, caring, and kind to my cat while I was away. I really appreciate how communicative she was and how content my cat was when I got home. :) I’ll definitely book with her the next time I leave town!

I was really nervous about someone new coming in to my home and meeting Zena but I’m so so happy to have linked with Mariyah. She was so sweet and Zena really enjoyed hanging out with her! I’m so happy to have found a good option for when I go out of town.

Mariya is literally the best. I can’t say enough good things about her. We have 2 very shy cats & a 1/2 feral and she managed to get pets & cuddles with each. Plus pictures, notes, videos, watered plants, & an “as clean as we left it” house. It is such a relief to know we have someone so great as our cat babysitter!

Mariya was a wonderful catsitter for my boy Frances! She sent tons of pictures and videos and was very communicative. Definitely will use her again the next time I’m out town!!

Mariya is great, spent quality time with kitties and sent lots of pictures and videos. Can definitely recommend her!

We have been having Mariya take care of our kitties consistently. She is loving, diligent and we trust her. It makes us feel like we can travel and always know our kitties are being taken care of.

Mariya is absolutely wonderful! She has been responsive on all communications. I knew that I had left my Sharkey in wonderful, caring hands. Mariya sent beautiful pics of my happy cat and updates on the amount of food and water she had. 100% I will reserve Mariya again! Mariya is amazing! Highly recommended!

Second time with Mariya, she's a great sitter, very punctual, flexible and communicative. Thanks!

Mariya is a wonderful cat sitter! I always check to see if she's available when I have a need for someone to visit my lil guy when I'm out of town.

I am grateful I found Mariya to take care of my kitties. She did a wonderful job, and I felt safe leaving them in her care. Thank you Mariya!

Who can assess human nature better than cats? Our cats took so kindly to Mariya right away because it's clear to them she cares about their well being. Great experience from initial visit, communication and cat care.

Mariya was wonderful! She made the process unbelievably easy and she immediately won my kitty over. She's extremely reliable. I'll be using her services again.

We were looking for a new cat sitter for our 2 cats. Mariya has been a great choice! Very responsible and dependable. We will continue to use her - very trustworthy.

Mariya is a great cat sitter! She was very communicative and sent updates with photos/videos. I would definitely recommend her to anyone in the Glendale area

Mariya was a fantastic sitter. I felt very comfortable leaving our cat for an extended time. She was also very accommodating during the busy holiday season.

Mariya is awesome with our 4 kitties!! They all are a little needy in different ways and Mariya is so sweet and attentive to each of them! 😻

Best cat sitter I have had.. and Im even a sitter on meowtel, so now I need to up my game. Thank you!

Mariya did a great job taking care of our kitties and keeping us up to date. Thank you!

Mariya was wonderful, detailed, thorough, and thoughtful. She took excellent care of Zoot while we were gone. We can't wait to have her again!

Mariya was excellent with our two cats! She does a great job sending updates, pictures, and videos, and she always responds to our messages in a timely manner. We highly recommend Mariya!

Mariya was great - easy to work with, flexible when our schedule changed. We came home to two happy cats. Thank you!

Mariya is so kind and good with my precious kitty. she's always been reliable as well, I trust her explicitly to take care of my cat while I travel.

Mariya gets five paws up for her outstanding care. Punctual, thorough and very responsive with me, and Clawed Cat had no complaints. Ask for Mariya by name — you'll be glad you did!

Fantastic cat sitter! We would definitely book Mariya again to care for our 3 cats.

Mariya was incredible as always. I travel a lot for work and it eases my mind so much knowing that she's watching out for my kitty. I can't speak highly enough of her.

Mariya was wonderful as always! She's great with my shy kitty and always goes above and beyond.

Mariya is an amazing cat sitter! attentive & kind. highly recommend

Mariya is reliable and friendly as always. The boys look forward to her visits.

Mariya did a great job taking care of our boys once again!

Marisa did a wonderful job for us and I really liked her text and photos she sent! Will use her again. Thanks!

I’m starting to worry my cat likes Mariya more than she likes me. 😽

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