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Marlena is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Marlena
Cat Sitting in Lancaster, PA
Cats and their humans have a bond that speaks louder than words. My promise to my clients is to give their kitties the best possible experience while under my care and treat them as if they were my own.
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes I do! My girls are Dandelion (she’s a 5-year-old dilute tuxedo rescue) and Clover (a 5-month-old torbie) and I love them dearly!
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
The biggest piece of advice I’d give clients is to trust your kitty! They’re usually great judges of character, and if they vibe with your sitter (or vice versa!) it’s usually a great way to tell if it’s a good fit!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I’m always happy to set up meet-and-greets for new clients so I can get to know their cat(s) and make sure everyone is comfortable and confident in moving forward!
Medication Experience:
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Marlena is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Jacqueline
June 29, 2026
It’s easy to be away for a few days because I know my cats get excellent care and attention from Marlena. One cat requires medication which Marlena handles flawlessly.
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Faith
This week
Marlena is caring and professional. She was the perfect caretaker for our kittie crew of 4! Marlena sent the sweetest video updates to ease our concerns, and as a result we were able to fully enjoy our time away, knowing that our kitties were receiving the attention and care they are accustomed to. We will definitely pursue Marlena’s services again. Our kitties were so well loved- it’s like we were never gone. Thank you!
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Jacqueline
December 30, 2025
My cats love Marlena! Even the shy one came right up to her. Marlena is easy to communicate with and flexible when I had to adjust my dates. I will definitely use her again!
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Jacqueline
February 23, 2026
My cats were very happy with Marlena, even the shy one. She communicated well before and during the sitting days. Marlena left my house in excellent condition. I will definitely hire her again!
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Jacqueline
June 16, 2026
Jacqueline
March 30, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Marlena's is 30%
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
Marlena's holiday surcharge is 30%.
Schedule Constraints
I work as a teacher in York between 7:30 and 3:30 each weekday.
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 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.
Lancaster cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $27.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Jacqueline
June 29, 2026
It’s easy to be away for a few days because I know my cats get excellent care and attention from Marlena. One cat requires medication which Marlena handles flawlessly.
Faith
This week
Marlena is caring and professional. She was the perfect caretaker for our kittie crew of 4! Marlena sent the sweetest video updates to ease our concerns, and as a result we were able to fully enjoy our time away, knowing that our kitties were receiving the attention and care they are accustomed to. We will definitely pursue Marlena’s services again. Our kitties were so well loved- it’s like we were never gone. Thank you!
Response from Marlena
Thank you so much, Faith ☺️ it was absolutely my pleasure!
Jacqueline
December 30, 2025
My cats love Marlena! Even the shy one came right up to her. Marlena is easy to communicate with and flexible when I had to adjust my dates. I will definitely use her again!
Response from Marlena
Thank you so much, Jacqueline! They're a pleasure :)
Jacqueline
February 23, 2026
My cats were very happy with Marlena, even the shy one. She communicated well before and during the sitting days. Marlena left my house in excellent condition. I will definitely hire her again!
Jacqueline
June 16, 2026
Response from Marlena
Thank you so much, Jacque! 🩷
Jacqueline
March 30, 2026
David
August 6, 2025
Marlena has been our go-to cat sitter for several years now. She is always proactive, caring, and communicative, and our 3 cats adore her. When we got our third cat as a kitten last year, she was indispensable in socializing him to our other 2 cats and helped tremendously with introducing them while I was away on business. She also takes extra care to give my old guy his insulin when she watches him, and I trust her completely with this. I really cannot recommend her enough - it’s totally evident that she treats our cats like her own, and our family is lucky to have her!
Wayne
August 6, 2025
Marlena has been our pet sitter for 10 years. She is responsible and personable, and is great to our cats and dogs. I’ve never had any reservations about trusting our animals with her and she has always exceeded our expectations, including leaving our home cleaner than she found it. I definitely recommend her.
Meowtel
August 6, 2025
Marlena is a background-checked cat sitter in the Lancaster area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.