• Anika's Cat Care

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Anika's Cat Care

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11 Reviews
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3 Repeat clients
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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

Anika is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

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Anika's Cat Care

I'm Anika

Cat Sitting in Philadelphia, PA

Hello! :) I’m Anika, and I absolutely adore cats! I have 3 kitties of my own, each with a different temperament, so I understand how important it is to have a cat sitter who can adjust to your cats needs and personality.

When you book with me, you can expect the best of care for your babies. In addition to the essentials, such as feeding, fresh water, scooping the... Hello! :) I’m Anika, and I absolutely adore cats! I have 3 kitties of my own, each with a different temperament, so I understand how important it is to have a cat sitter who can adjust to your cats needs and personality.

When you book with me, you can expect the best of care for your babies. In addition to the essentials, such as feeding, fresh water, scooping the litter box, and playing with them, I will send as many pictures and videos as your heart desires. I also have experience applying topicals such as flea/tick preventives and administering medicines such as pills and liquid medicine via oral syringe with my own cats.

I treat every cat like they’re my own, so you can rest easy knowing your cats are in good hands :)

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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yoshi (8), Daisy (3), and Peach (3)! Yoshi was abandoned in the Poconos by his old owners, so watching him go from terrified and shy to playful and sassy has been the best journey Daisy and Peach are a bonded pair of very energetic kitties that I adopted from a local cat cafe :)

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

I typically do an intake of some sort to get to know your cat(s) personality, preferences, and any special needs. This helps make the visit as smooth as possible for the cats and the parent! This also gives the parent a chance to ask me any questions they might have as well.

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

I always let the cat set their boundaries and lead the interaction. I will never approach an anxious cat from above, so I lower myself to the ground to ensure I am not coming off as a treat. I stick my hand out in a fist to allow them to smell me if they feel comfortable enough to approach me. If they’re food motivated, I’ll leave a treat or two partway between us or in my hand for them to eat. If the cat is too shy to approach, I do not force it. I can still give them plenty of love from afar until they feel more comfortable coming up to me :)

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Melody

Melody

November 13, 2025

Second time booking with Anika. As always, she sent me timely updates and spent lots of quality time with my two. I know they appreciated her company. Unfortunately- one of my cats again made a big mess (sorry Anika!) and she graciously helped clean everything up so I didn’t come home to absolute disaster. Thank you again, Anika!

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Maria

Maria

August 28, 2026

Once again, Anika has cared for Watty, my 16 year old handsome guy. Each visit has been a special treat for him. Full attention & great company &, for me, relief from worry knowing that he is safe & getting gentle care.

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Melody

Melody

September 1, 2025

Booked Anika pretty last minute given a change in travel plans and she was incredible. Super accommodating and took great care of my cats while I was away. One of my cats made a bit of a mess and had an accident outside of the litter box which she graciously cleaned up. She provided me with timely updates and was very communicative throughout. Will definitely be booking with her again!

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Bri

Bri

September 2, 2025

Anika was extremely thorough while watching Muffin and Miss Kitty. She took great care of them and made sure every little thing was taken care of. She also sent plenty of photos and responds to messages very quickly! I would 100% book again with Anika :)

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Bri

Bri

September 19, 2026

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Bri

Bri

May 26, 2026

Anika was great! This was my second time booking with her and would definitely book again. She is very thorough :)

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$25.00 / 20min
$37.00 / 45min
$48.00 / 60min
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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.

Philadelphia cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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!

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