I'm Paula
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Paula is experienced with 2 types of medications
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I'm Paula
Cat Sitting in Portland, OR
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have had cats as pets for 30+ years. I have been cat sitting/pet sitting outside of my home for several years
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I enjoy getting to know new cat pals. And maintaining a stable situation for them by providing companionship in their own environment
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I currently have only one cat. She is 3 years old. Her name is Blitzo (the O is silent; my nephew named her and thought it was important that her name has a silent letter). In the past I have had as many as 6 cats at one time. Mostly assembled as they were left in my care and became permanent residents
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I like to meet with the pet owners to learn what the usual routine is for feeding times and any medications needed. I also like to find out where pet supplies are kept. And appreciate a list of contact numbers for your veterinarian and who I should contact if I can't reach you while your cat is in my care
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am available to provide pet care during holidays. Will do overnight care as well as drop-in for the holiday times
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I have found that it is best to let timid cats make the first contact. Anxious cats are a different situation. Best to learn the source of the anxiety and then try to limit the occurrence to help the cat feel more secure
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Paula is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Katrina
April 5, 2026
Paula responded promptly when we requested her services. She arrived on time for our meet and greet and our kitties took to her immediately. Paula took pictures and sent texts showing us how it was going. All appreciated when we were away and wanting to know our girls were being well cared for. Don’t hesitate to request Paula for your kitty care!
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The warrior queens were good companions, and I liked that they wanted to spend reading time with me. Hope to have more opportunities to spend time with them.Thank you Katrina
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Bynette Greg
May 24, 2026
Great communication, reliable and prompt, and lots of wonderful photos with updates! Thank you for your care Paula!
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Joseph
April 6, 2026
Did an amazing job while I was away on vacation.
Read moreResponse from Paula
Thank you Joseph. Cosmo always made me feel so welcome (and not just because my arrival indicated fresh food). And I appreciated your fast responses to any questions that I had.
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Meowtel
March 2, 2026
Paula is a background-checked cat sitter in the Portland area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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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.
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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!
Rating breakdown
Katrina
April 5, 2026
Paula responded promptly when we requested her services. She arrived on time for our meet and greet and our kitties took to her immediately. Paula took pictures and sent texts showing us how it was going. All appreciated when we were away and wanting to know our girls were being well cared for. Don’t hesitate to request Paula for your kitty care!
Response from Paula
The warrior queens were good companions, and I liked that they wanted to spend reading time with me. Hope to have more opportunities to spend time with them.Thank you Katrina
Bynette Greg
May 24, 2026
Great communication, reliable and prompt, and lots of wonderful photos with updates! Thank you for your care Paula!
Joseph
April 6, 2026
Did an amazing job while I was away on vacation.
Response from Paula
Thank you Joseph. Cosmo always made me feel so welcome (and not just because my arrival indicated fresh food). And I appreciated your fast responses to any questions that I had.
Meowtel
March 2, 2026
Paula is a background-checked cat sitter in the Portland area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)