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Alyssa's Awesome Cat Sitting
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I'm Alyssa

A cat sitter in Philadelphia, PA

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I'm Alyssa | Cat Sitting in Philadelphia, PA

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Learn More About Alyssa

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

I’ve been cat sitting through Meowtel for about 1.5 years. I’m experienced in giving oral medications (solid and liquid) as well as handling anxious/nervous kitties. I’m also quite skilled in handling super playful and “please hold me” kitties!

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love meeting new cat parents and cats! It’s fun for me to be able to talk cat-stuff to other cat lovers. I even found a different brand of treats through a client! One client of mine had two floofy main coons which was amazing.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I had a client with two very anxious kitties who hid the majority of the time during a week-long reservation. Towards the end of the reservation, I was able to catch a glimpse of both cats! The one even came out of hiding and stood in the room with me while I was sending an update to their parent. It was a great feeling to see both cats starting to trust me!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two! They’re Onyx and Obsidian. They’re 5 years old and they’re littermates. I adopted them as kittens, so they’ve never spent a single day apart!

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

When working with a new client I like to be as thorough as possible when conducting a meet and greet. This means clearly understanding their expectations when it comes to updates, litter cleaning, feeding, watering, and medication schedules if needed. I also like to reassure them that their kitties are safe in my hands and that I’ll treat their cats as if they’re my own.

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

I triple-check all locks when I’m leaving and I make sure to do a walk-through of the living space before I leave to make sure there’s nothing out that can injure cats. I do this with my own apartment and cats every day, so it’s second nature for me.

What is your favorite cat toy?

I love wand toys! My Onyx and Obsidian go nuts for them, and I’ve found that they can get shy kitties out of their shells.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

As someone who has an anxious kitty, I let all cats come to me on their own terms when I visit. I let the cat give me as much or as little attention as they wish.

Alyssa's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
4.9
Hannah

Alyssa did an amazing job with my shy kitty. Her updates were timely, informative and comforting. Incredibly, she even was able to get Katniss to come out of her under the bed hiding place for some petting !! Getting that picture from Alyssa in her update was heart warming. She did a great job and I would highly recommend her services.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 20, 2025
Paula

Jack and Mo had a great experience with Alyssa! Alyssa sent photos and updates each day and managed all of our cats’ particular quirks to keep them well-fed, hydrated, tidy and not stressed-out. We were happy to have peace of mind about their welfare while we were away!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 7, 2023
Grace

Alyssa was a wonderful cat sitter for Penny! She was very communicative and attentive, and took care of all the care tasks I asked of her while I was away. She also sent pictures of Penny during each of her visits, which was greatly appreciated!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 6, 2023
Erica

Alyssa took amazing care of Lisa and Milo while I was away! She sent detailed daily updates and photos. I’m so grateful for her help and hope to work with her again in the future!

Meowtel-verified reservation 2+ weeks long
May 24, 2023
Erica

Alyssa was wonderful! I felt very comfortable and safe entrusting her with the care of my two shy cats while I was out of town for a 10-day trip. She is patient, attentive, and reliable, and sent me thoughtful daily updates that really set my mind at ease. I will definitely work with her again!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
January 17, 2023
Shannon

Alyssa took great care of my two cats while I was away for a week. She sent me regular updates and really seems to love cats! My cats were perfectly fine when I returned, which means that they were well cared for :) thanks Alyssa!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
December 26, 2022
Rueben

Scheduling was very easy and Alyssa promptly accepted to cat sit my girl. She visited us to meet my cat and they got together very well. She is very dependable and send me pictures of my girl every time she visited her. I can’t say more about how wonderful she is with my girl and did her job diligently. I highly recommend Alyssa as a pet sitter.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 29, 2022
Sarah

As someone who has a cat with special medical needs, I’m always concerned with who will watch my cats when I travel. Alyssa was great! No problems giving my one cat medication. She sent photos to update me while I was away. Knowing she was taking care of my cats let me really enjoy my trip.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
September 28, 2022
Meowtel

Alyssa is a cat sitter in the Philadelphia area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.

August 18, 2022
Melody

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
March 30, 2025

Alyssa's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $23.00 / 20min $37.00 / 45min $52.00 / 60min
  • Alyssa's Holiday Surcharge is 25%
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Alyssa's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • T-N-R
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Bike
  • Ground

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Philadelphia cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $26.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Alyssa's Awesome Cat Sitting
5.00 • 10 reviews • From $23.00