I'm Shoshana

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73 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

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

Shoshana is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Chirps N Chatter With Shoshana

I'm Shoshana

Cat Sitting in Portland, OR

Hi there! My name is Shoshana & I'm your cat's new best friend! ...or at least I'll try my hardest to be. I've lived with cats for my entire life, I truly cannot imagine life without them. They are like family & I treat them as such! For your cat(s), I can offer a calm presence, plenty of enriching playtime, attentive care & most importantly, respect!

I worked at Purrington's Cat Lounge where rescue cats with diverse & sometimes unknown histories from Cat Adoption Team took up residen...
Hi there! My name is Shoshana & I'm your cat's new best friend! ...or at least I'll try my hardest to be. I've lived with cats for my entire life, I truly cannot imagine life without them. They are like family & I treat them as such! For your cat(s), I can offer a calm presence, plenty of enriching playtime, attentive care & most importantly, respect!

I worked at Purrington's Cat Lounge where rescue cats with diverse & sometimes unknown histories from Cat Adoption Team took up residence until they found new homes. I also volunteered at CAT & completed their adoption counselor training in order to help facilitate adoptions. This experience taught me so much about communicating through body language & empowered me with “fear free” tactics.

I am comfortable administering oral medication, topical treatments & eyedrops and/or eardrops, when needed.

I happily serve most SE, NE & N Portland addresses.
I am willing to travel to SW or NW, dependent on ease of parking. 😸

Learn More About Shoshana

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been cat sitting with Meowtel since 2021. I am proud to say I have completed over four hundred reservations!

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love getting to know their unique personalities. It’s always a special honor when a shy cat considers me a safe person. And I know how ephemeral their time with us can be, so simply being present with them is what I enjoy most about cat sitting.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yep! I have 4 cats - Ziggy, Jack, Moody & April. Ziggy is 17 years old, I’ve actually had him since I was 17 myself! I met Moody & April at Purrington’s Cat Longue while working there & Jack was adopted from the Oregon Humane Society.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

Skills:

Shelter Volunteer

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Morgan

Morgan

April 27, 2026

Shoshanna has cared for our cats many times, and she continues to impress us. Both of our cats are very shy with strangers, but she’s helped them feel comfortable enough to come out, play, and eat while she’s here. Seeing our shyest cat warm up to her on this last visit was a huge milestone. It gives us so much peace of mind when we travel knowing they feel safe and comfortable with her. Highly recommend.

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Kelly

Kelly

September 2, 2025

Shoshana is great! She is reliable, calm and always sends extra follow up pictures and videos to keep us updated. When our cat was being especially picky with food, she even brought extra liquid meals to make sure she was getting her medication — which was a huge help. We really appreciate her attentiveness and care!

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Sally

Sally

September 21, 2025

I felt relieved leaving my kitty for a few days, knowing that Shoshana would provide genuine care, just as she did for my first cat. She is reliable, very responsive to messages, and attentive to my kitty's needs. Plus, she captures their personality beautifully in photos. Thank you so much!

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Bynette  Greg

Bynette Greg

July 16, 2025

Great communication and care from a fellow kitty fan! Shoshana is very professional, took notes during our meet & greet, sent updates and photos, spent time getting to know our kitty family, and even adjusted her calendar for an extra day of care when our flight home was canceled at the last minute. We will definitely be asking for her care again in the future (and already have). Thanks Shoshana!

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Megan

Megan

October 5, 2025

Shoshana did an amazing job with our very skittish kitty, making sure he got every food supplement and meal along the way. Eventually she was able to win him over completely, which has never happened with a sitter. Cannot give enough praise to her and the amazing work she does.

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Sharon

Sharon

December 18, 2025

Shoshana has been wonderful. She has cared for our girls on two occasions and is consistently communicative, sending regular updates and photos. She also takes care of any additional tasks needed to ensure our cats are comfortable at home.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$31.00 / 20min
$47.50 / 45min
$57.25 / 60min
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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.

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 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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