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Ainsley is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Ainsley
Cat Sitting in Portland, OR
Having a reliable trusted cat sitter is important to me & I will treat your cat(s) like they are my own! Each kitty is unique therefore I will follow your custom care instructions closely & respect all individualistic personalities/boundaries. β¨πΌβ¨
Each visit includes intentional playtime, quality cuddles, feeding, water refresh, litter box... Hi! My name is Ainsley, I am a kennel tech at a popular Portland cat rescue + pet sit on the side. ππΌπͺπββ¬
Having a reliable trusted cat sitter is important to me & I will treat your cat(s) like they are my own! Each kitty is unique therefore I will follow your custom care instructions closely & respect all individualistic personalities/boundaries. β¨πΌβ¨
Each visit includes intentional playtime, quality cuddles, feeding, water refresh, litter box maintenance, administering medications if needed (these include: oral pills, liquids, injections, inhalers, supplements & transdermal gels), sending timely updates + cute fur babe photos while you are away. Other requests like watering plants or checking the mail are welcome. π·πΊπ§Άππ₯£π§π©ππͺ΄
Please provide detailed written instructions either digitally in advance or a physical copy left at home. π»π
My schedule is flexible & I am available to check in between the hours of 8am-10pm around all neighborhoods within Portland proper! πΊοΈππ
Once booked I offer a complimentary 10 minute meet & greet either in person or virtually. π€³π»ππ‘
Learn More About Ainsley
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Meeting new furriends! My flexible schedule gives me the ability to help others feel comfortable & at ease while away from their fur children. πΏβοΈ
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I myself have a 16 year old mackerel tabby named Marty, she is an indoor lady of luxury. π»π
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
My Marty is a strictly indoor cat so I understand & make sure that kitties stay within the home. This is also important/practiced at the cat rescue I work for. πͺπ‘
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, most holidays I will be in Portland! π π²ποΈπ€Ώπ₯πποΈππ¦πβοΈππ₯³πͺ©
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Ainsley is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Elize
February 25, 2026
Ainsley did a fantastic job checking in on our cat while we were on a roadtrip. Our cat has complicated medication requirements and we knew she was well cared for the entire time we were out of town. Thank you so much!
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Alejandro
November 13, 2025
Ainsley did a terrific job looking after our cat. She communicated promptly and clearly, shared lovely pictures, and even helped bring in delivered mail. Highly recommend!
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Lindsay
October 20, 2025
Ainsley did a great job with our three cats who tend to be anxious and not a fan of new people. She was consistent and built trust with them in the week we were gone. Ainsley made the most of her visits, giving our anxious cat his daily medication, playing with our high energy kitten, fending off our cat who complains, and still sending us plenty of pictures and updates.
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Chelsey
November 2, 2025
This was the first time I booked a cat sitter who alleviated all my worries over leaving my clingy little buddies behind- especially my special needs guy with CH. Ainsley took great care of them and was quick to help out when our auto-feeder malfunctioned. Timely visits, great communication, and an adorable abundance of photo updates. Weβll be happy to book her again next time, for sure!
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Camille
November 29, 2025
Ainsley is awesome!! She sent lots of videos and pictures of my Salty girl. I feel like sheβs very trustworthy and experienced. So happy to have found such a great cat sitter!
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Ryan
December 30, 2025
We've rebooked with Ainsley several times now and we always appreciate the great communication and the cute photos and videos! She's gained the trust of our fairly aloof cats and they're always happy and healthy we we return!
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Ainsley'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
Ainsley'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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 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 $29.00. 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!
Rating breakdown
Elize
February 25, 2026
Ainsley did a fantastic job checking in on our cat while we were on a roadtrip. Our cat has complicated medication requirements and we knew she was well cared for the entire time we were out of town. Thank you so much!
Alejandro
November 13, 2025
Ainsley did a terrific job looking after our cat. She communicated promptly and clearly, shared lovely pictures, and even helped bring in delivered mail. Highly recommend!
Lindsay
October 20, 2025
Ainsley did a great job with our three cats who tend to be anxious and not a fan of new people. She was consistent and built trust with them in the week we were gone. Ainsley made the most of her visits, giving our anxious cat his daily medication, playing with our high energy kitten, fending off our cat who complains, and still sending us plenty of pictures and updates.
Chelsey
November 2, 2025
This was the first time I booked a cat sitter who alleviated all my worries over leaving my clingy little buddies behind- especially my special needs guy with CH. Ainsley took great care of them and was quick to help out when our auto-feeder malfunctioned. Timely visits, great communication, and an adorable abundance of photo updates. Weβll be happy to book her again next time, for sure!
Camille
November 29, 2025
Ainsley is awesome!! She sent lots of videos and pictures of my Salty girl. I feel like sheβs very trustworthy and experienced. So happy to have found such a great cat sitter!
Ryan
December 30, 2025
We've rebooked with Ainsley several times now and we always appreciate the great communication and the cute photos and videos! She's gained the trust of our fairly aloof cats and they're always happy and healthy we we return!
Nathan
May 9, 2025
We had so much peace of mind that our little lady was getting her shots while we were out of town. Ainsley did an amazing job coordinating the visit, administering the medication, and making sure everything was effortless! Will definitely be back for future stop-ins!
Liv
June 25, 2025
Ainsley is absolutely amazing! It was our first time using an online cat sitting service and it went better than we could ever imagine. We had total peace of mind the entire time as she was extermely communicative, sent lots of pictures, and seamlessly adjusted to both of my cats ever changing needs. We feel so lucky to have found her and are so excited to continue working with her moving forward!
Gail
October 9, 2025
Ainsley taught us how to get Jane to eat more and I'm so grateful! Thanks, Ainsley!
Steven
December 29, 2025
Ainsley was incredibly responsive and kept me updated with super cute pics of my girl! She was very flexible with timing and setting up a meet & greet. Would definitely count on her again in the future to take care of my cat.
Cat
November 30, 2025
πΌ i think our spicy kitty has met a forever friend π» Ainsley's calming presence and understanding nature and experience with cats helped put him (and me) at ease πΊπ i looked forward to our daily updates with pics and videos and sweet messages βΊοΈπ she's the cat's meow π½β£οΈ
Joshua
December 29, 2025
Ainsley is where itβs at! She is our go-to every time we need a sitter, especially during the holidays when the dress can be high. She is super easy to work with, follows all instructions and our cats love her! not to mention that we love her funny video captions. You can never go wrong with Ainsley.
Amanda
November 21, 2025
Ainsley did an incredible job while we were away. During her visits she sent photo and video updates which were so nice to see while we were away. I highly recommend her!
Ryan
July 6, 2025
Ainsley was great! She was very communicative and sent us plenty of cute pictures and updates each day. We felt very at ease even though this was the first time we had left our young cats with a sitter.
Allison
September 14, 2025
Ainsley is my go-to anytime I need someone to watch my kitty, she is super patient with her and sends lots of photos/videos to update me while Iβm gone! especially with having an anxious cat, Iβm super thankful to have someone like Ainsley to trust to take care of her and make her comfortable. πΈ
Brooke
May 26, 2025
I have request Ainsley several times and she always goes above and beyond! sending updates and photos, sometimes even leaving treats and toys :) she is so thoughtful and canβt recommend enough!
Emily
January 9, 2025
Ainsley did an amazing job caring for our two cats over the holidays! π»π» Her videos and photos helped make it easier to be away. With much patience and determination, she was even able to coax our shy kitty out from hiding and thatβs not easy to do! She gave detailed updates on how much they were eating, adjusted the strategy as needed for our picky guy, and responded quickly to questions. We also appreciated that she cleaned up any messes they made so everything was tidy upon return. After a previous negative cat sitting experience with another app we were nervous, but Ainsley exceeded all expectations! πWe hope she will sit for them again in the future. Thank you!
Natalie
December 30, 2024
Ainsley was great. She checked on our little guy a few times while we were away for the holidays and provided lots of updates and photos. She went above and beyond to help clean up after arriving day one to an unexpected exorcist level sick mess and did everything to make sure our cat was ok. I will definitely use her again for future trips.
Brian
October 27, 2024
Talk about a Trooper; Ainsley not only took great care of my cat, but she did so after having a terrible car accident. She immediately let me know what happened but assured me she would follow through caring for my kitty over the next few days, always sending me pictures and videos after each visit. She followed all instructions perfectly and was GREAT at communicating with me daily. I will hire her again. Itβs nice to have such a trustworthy person to count on while away.
Francisca
July 25, 2024
My Kupo doesnβt like strangers, and she didnβt like Ainsley either, but Ainsley was still able to get her to approach, not be hiding for the entire duration of her stay, and even got her eating treats! I think Kupo will eventually warm up to her and thatβs a good sign :) Plus, her update photos were absolutely great. Thank you so much!
Lydia
April 12, 2025
Ainsley was a great cat sitter for my two girls. she was prompt, responsive, and sent great updates with adorable pics!
Rachel
March 30, 2025
Ainsley never disappoints! Her updates and photos are always so delightful. After just a few bookings our kitties have really come to trust her and enjoy her visits.
Mage
July 24, 2024
Ainsley was the perfect sitter for my cats! She took great photos and video and was great about communicating what each day was like and any questions she had. She has great initiative for problem-solving as well, knowing itβs better to find a solution than wait for a response to simple problems. I could tell when I got home that she understood the cats routines and personalities (even though I only booked quick visits!) I will definitely look into booking Ainsley again in the future.
Emily
September 2, 2025
Another awesome experience with Ainsley! Sheβs a great communicator and we always know our babies are in good hands. She even has gotten our shy girl to warm up with much love and patience (and a few treats π»π»)!
Allison
January 3, 2025
Ainsley was absolutely fantastic at getting my shy kitty to warm up and get comfortable. She sent awesome updates daily that made being away from my girl much easier!
Lauren
November 2, 2024
Ainsley did an amazing job with our four cats. They have unique needs and need slow introductions to strangers, and Ainsley was able to help them feel comfortable and taken care of while we were away. Itβs always scary leaving your kitties at home with a new sitter! But I feel really confident that Ainsley will take great care of our little ones.
Sarah
October 6, 2024
We felt very comfortable leaving our two senior kitties in Ainsley's care. One is shy, one is outgoing, and they both have different medication needs - Ainsley was able to juggle it all. She is also really great about responding to messages and sending updates with plenty of fun photos.
Rachel
March 9, 2025
I've rebooked with Ainsley several times now and she never disappoints! Our cats seem to really enjoy her company, as evidenced by all the purring in the videos she sends. π»π» One of our cats takes a daily medication and Ainsley always seems to coax her into it no problem. I always feel confident that the kitties are in excellent hands with her!
Paul
February 22, 2025
Ainsley is the perfect cat sitter. Our boy was instantly attached to her as the photos she sent confirmed. Her communication was excellent and we will definitely choose her again.
Shea
December 28, 2024
Ainsley was great! she sent updates, photos and videos. my two cats are usually shy around strangers, especially when I or my partner arenβt home and they were approaching her and snuggling in every photo!
Lauren
October 23, 2024
Ainsley is great! Super communicative, kind, reliable and sends the best photos and updates! my shy kitty even let Anisley brush her!
Chris
August 26, 2024
Pim warmed up to Ainsley right away. she provided awesome photos (and a lot). great updates and made sure I knew how Pim was doing while I was gone. would 100% have Ainsley watch Pim agai.
Mark
September 29, 2025
The greatest thing Ainsley did was provide piece of mind, both for me and my cats. Her kindness and communication really helped reassure me that the things I cared about most (my cats and my home) were in safe hands while I was away. 100% would recommend, and would happily work with again.
Carla
July 6, 2025
Ainsley did a great job with my cats. Spirit and Dash took to her immediately. She was very responsive. I will use her services again in the future!
Anna
July 22, 2024
Ainsley was absolutely amazing - my cat is tricky to say the least and doesnβt like new people but Ainsley went above and beyond to care for him! The updates and photos were perfect, they clearly have great experience and are incredibly knowledgeable! I could not recommend Ainsely more highly.
Anna
August 20, 2024
This is the second time Ainsley has taken care of my fiesty boy and she has been incredible each time! Great updates, amazing care, and truly a cat whisperer - I recommend Ainsley 100%
Ed
December 29, 2024
Ainsley was wonderful. she took great care of our two cats and kept us updated with lots of fun pictures and videos. she followed Instructions to a letter as well. looking forward to having Ainsley sit again!!
Joshua
December 29, 2024
Ainsley took great care of our two babies. She was responsive and sent photo/video updates daily. Our home was clean and our cats were happy when we got home. Highly recommend and will use her again if sheβs available!
Julie
August 18, 2025
Ainsley took such great care of our cats! The communication and pictures/videos were also excellent. Will definitely be hiring her again the future.
Brooke
April 1, 2025
I couldnβt be more pleased with the care my cat received from Ainsley. From our first sitting experience, I felt at ease knowing my feline friend was in such capable hands. Ainsley was incredibly attentive, kind, and professional. Not only did she keep me updated with daily photos and messages, but they also took the time to learn my catβs routines and preferences, making sure he felt safe and loved while I was away. I have used Ainsley every single time since! One of the sweetest touches was that Ainsley brought treats and a toy for my cat, which he absolutely loved! It was such a thoughtful gesture and really showed how much they care about the kitties she looks after. My Neville is very needy and requires extra love and attention, and Ainsley went above and beyond to make sure he felt comforted and cared for. It was clear that she genuinely love cats and took the time to bond with him. I could tell my cat was comfortable and happy when I returned, which is the best reassurance I could ask for. I highly recommend Ainsley to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible, and loving cat sitter. I will absolutely be booking her services again in the future and have already several times now. Thank you for going above and beyond!
Brooke
September 16, 2025
Ainsley is always my first go to sitter now, sheβs thoughtful and curteous, she is so good about communication and my Neville clearly loves having her there!
Rachel
July 15, 2024
Ainsley was very reliable and communicative. She sent great photos and updates and it was reassuring to know my kitties were in very good hands with her.
Lauren
October 12, 2025
Ainsley is our go-to cat sitter. sheβs incredibly reliable, and I never worry about our cats since we found her. Weβve recommended her to several cat parents! sheβs the best.
Gail
March 21, 2025
Ainsley was perfect for our kitty. I think Jane wanted to go home with Ainsley! I felt completely at ease for our extended trip knowing Jane was well cared for and LOVED!
Julie
November 30, 2025
We love Ainsley! Wouldnβt trust anyone else to watch our cats- she is so great with our boys and her communication is excellent!
Rachel
July 4, 2025
Ainsley is always so on top of things and proactive about communicating. And my kitties love her visits! π»π»
Emily
April 9, 2025
Our second time with Ainsley was another amazing experience! Sheβs a great communicator and we always can trust our cats are in good hands.
Hollie
July 21, 2024
Ainsley was absolutely incredible with our cats while we were away. Weβve never used a professional cat-sitter before, and now we will always try to book with Ainsley! She sent photos of our babies every day, which was comforting while we were away. That alone was amazing, but she also spent time with them and played with them. Itβs so lovely to have someone who cares about our cats like she does.
Eileen
September 2, 2025
Ainsley was extremely communicative & went above & beyond for us!
Mary
July 29, 2024
Ainsley sent lots of updates, very fun photos, and took great care of my cat! He was very well cared for.
Adam
January 26, 2026
Allison
January 20, 2026
Brooke
January 6, 2026
Chelsey
January 4, 2026
Jun
January 1, 2026
Ainsley has been nothing short of amazing! I recommend to her anyone who is looking for a sitter.
Camille
December 29, 2025
Jean
December 26, 2025
Ainsley is a great sitter--conscientious, dependable and Happy loves her! Great reports and cute pix.
Jean
December 11, 2025
Ainsley delivered everything promised AND sweet and humorous reports with pictures every day.
Jun
December 9, 2025
Highly recommend Ainsley! I have my full trust in her and sheβs great
Adam
December 7, 2025
Ryan
November 29, 2025
Eileen
November 25, 2025
Ainsley takes purrfect care of my girl!
Brooke
November 3, 2025
Erica
October 30, 2025
Doug
October 21, 2025
Ainsley was exceptional, as always.
Eileen
October 14, 2025
Jun
October 12, 2025
Adam
October 5, 2025
Toad loved having Ainsley as his buddy like always!
Julie
September 15, 2025
Lydia
September 8, 2025
Erica
August 14, 2025
Hollie
August 11, 2025
Ryan
August 6, 2025
Zanny
August 5, 2025
Ainsley was so great! very responsive and swooped in last minute to save the day for us.
Adam
July 28, 2025
Great experience all around!
Lydia
July 20, 2025
Lindsay
July 20, 2025
Ainsley was great to work with!
Natalie
July 14, 2025
Erin
July 13, 2025
Ainsley was an excellent cat sitter! we were able to reserve her last minute and was even accommodating for a last minute change we had!
Brooke
July 12, 2025
Jun
July 7, 2025
Ainsley was fantastic with my needy kitty. Highly recommend!
Hollie
July 7, 2025
Hollie
June 16, 2025
Always a pleasure to have Ainsley watch our cats.
Lydia
June 14, 2025
Lauren
June 10, 2025
Doug
June 9, 2025
Ainsley is exceptional. Sheβs been my catβs companion on a number of occasions and itβs always been a comfort knowing she was involved.
Lydia
June 2, 2025
Rachel
May 26, 2025
Emily
May 1, 2025
Breanna
April 27, 2025
Rachel
April 22, 2025
Ainsley is always so reliably good with our kitties, and she sends the most thoughtful updates!
Natalie
April 15, 2025
Erica
April 11, 2025
Ainsley was so great with my kitties and sent amazing photos and updates. I felt completely comfortable and confident in leaving them in her care. highly recommend!
Jonathon
March 7, 2025
Ainsley is great! Iβm glad I booked her to take care of cat.
Doug
February 9, 2025
Excellent, as always.
Doug
February 8, 2025
My second engagement with Ainsley. Sheβs excellent.
Lauren
February 2, 2025
Ainsley did such a great job taking care of our munchkins for a short trip. sheβs always charming our picky kitties! thank you!
Rachel
January 12, 2025
Rachel
January 2, 2025
Doug
December 27, 2024
Wonderful and caring attention.
Brooke
December 25, 2024
Ainsley goes above and beyond with amazing updates and photos, even brought a toy over for my boy to play with β€οΈ
Hollie
December 19, 2024
Always great to have Ainsley watch out babies.
Brooke
November 9, 2024
Hollie
November 3, 2024
I enjoy my time away from home much more now that we have Ainsley as our cat sitter. Highly recommend.
Brooke
October 21, 2024
Chris
September 12, 2024
Ainsley was prompt with her responses, kind and compassionate and followed instructions. A+. Will use her again.
Hollie
September 8, 2024
Ainsley is such a great cat sitter. She gives each of our three what they need. She is my go-to!!!
Andrea
July 16, 2024
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June 11, 2024
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