I'm Dilruba

Your Cat's Favorite Sitter

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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

Dilruba is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

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Your Cat's Favorite Sitter

I'm Dilruba

Cat Sitting in Portland, OR

Hello
I am an empty nester with flexible schedule and a lot of love for cats and all other animals. I have had cats all my life and currently I have 2 gorgeous kitties. A female grey tabby and a male tuxedo.
I am reliable and responsible. I will provide you reg...
Hello
I am an empty nester with flexible schedule and a lot of love for cats and all other animals. I have had cats all my life and currently I have 2 gorgeous kitties. A female grey tabby and a male tuxedo.
I am reliable and responsible. I will provide you regular updates of my visits.
On my each visit I will feed your kitty, clean their litter boxes and play with them. My cats are from shelters and are timid to strangers so I will keep that in mind while care for yours. Also give them any medication that they need.

Learn More About Dilruba

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

I have grown up with cats from delivering kittens to care for newborns I have done it all. I have over 10 years of experience.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love to find out their personalities as I know each cat has different personality and they are so unique.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I have cat sat for 3 bengal cats once and even though they were breeded cats but they were very shy. So it was fun to get to know them.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes I do have 2 cats, chi chi who is female and 5 years old and Jasper who is a male and 3 years old.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Find someone who loves and understands cats not just here to make some money. Review their ratings and make a decision for your fur babies.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I do a meet and greet in person which is free where I get to meet my clients and learn about the location of their food sources and litter box and also any kind of special needs.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I enter the front door very carefully making sure I don’t have a runner. And also ask the cat parents to begin with if the kitty might try to escape.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

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11 reviews
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Sam

Sam

February 15, 2026

Dilruba was so easy to communicate with and was incredibly caring with my Phoebe. She went above and beyond in making sure out cat was cared for even though Phoebe can be a bit of a challenge. I cannot recommend her enough!

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Michael

Michael

June 1, 2026

Dilruba did an amazing job watching my cat! Sent regular updates and photos, and my cat looked so happy and comfortable. Super reliable and caring, I'd definitely hire her again!

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Michelle

Michelle

May 31, 2026

Dilruba is an awesome cat sitter! She is the best, my cats adore her, and my cats are very picky when it comes to humans. Dilruba is just that good. I love how she took the time to learn my routine and sent me pictures each day. I will be using her services again. Thank you so so much!

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Sam

Sam

April 3, 2026

Dilruba has become my go to Cat Sitter, she is kind, communicative and really cares for my girl.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$27.50 / 20min
$33.00 / 45min
$49.50 / 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!

5.00
11 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)