I'm Marisa
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Marisa is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Marisa
Cat Sitting in Philadelphia, PA
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a white tabby named Polly and a black cat named Nugget. They are brother and sister and are 4 years old. They are my first cats that I’ve owned on my own. They are my pride and joy and I look forward to coming home everyday to them
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I make sure to follow any instructions left by the owner. I will lock doors behind me and make sure there isn’t any open windows or additional doors that the cat could get out from. If I am using the restroom, I’ll make sure to check that the cat didn’t follow me in so I don’t lock them in there. I will ensure that food, water, and the litter box are still accessible when I arrive and when I leave!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
As a timid cat owner myself, I won’t force myself trying to get the cat out of their hiding space. I’ll keep treats near to see if they’d like to come out but if they don’t, I’d rather not make them more anxious! It’s their space, not mine!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Marisa is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Ashley
October 8, 2025
Marisa was amazing with my kittens (and they adore her)! She took such great care of them and sent me the cutest pictures after every visit, which made me feel so at ease while I was away. She was super quick to respond to my messages and kept me updated the whole time. You can tell she really loves animals and treats them like her own. I’ll definitely be booking her again!
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Lauren
December 10, 2025
Marisa was great! We so appreciated how she looked after Kishka and Cannoli, that she played with them and gave them pets, and that she sent photos every day that we were away. Marisa was very considerate and conscientious and even reached out to ask how to take out our trash. We'd definitely book her again. Thanks, Marisa!
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Carly
October 27, 2025
Marisa was great! Very communicative, she sent me updates throughout the weekend and lots of pictures. The cats were happy, their area was all clean and food/water bowls filled when I got home. I will definitely be booking her again!
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Diana
January 7, 2026
Everything went smoothly with Marisa. She was available for pre-meeting, responsive to any message, and took care of our furry ones exactly as planned, keeping us posted with pictures throughout the whole time. We recommend Marisa to anyone who loves their cats.
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Ray
January 8, 2026
Marisa was super responsive, very accommodating and took great care of my little guy. She sent tons of pictures which made me feel connected and reassured during my time away.
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Brett
December 27, 2025
Marisa was a great sitter for my little Nyx! Very easy to communicate with, sent details and pictures and went above and beyond to make sure Nyx got playing time and treats while I was away! Will be calling her again for future trips to check in on Nyx.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Marisa's is 5%
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
Marisa's holiday surcharge is 5%.
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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!
Rating breakdown
Ashley
October 8, 2025
Marisa was amazing with my kittens (and they adore her)! She took such great care of them and sent me the cutest pictures after every visit, which made me feel so at ease while I was away. She was super quick to respond to my messages and kept me updated the whole time. You can tell she really loves animals and treats them like her own. I’ll definitely be booking her again!
Lauren
December 10, 2025
Marisa was great! We so appreciated how she looked after Kishka and Cannoli, that she played with them and gave them pets, and that she sent photos every day that we were away. Marisa was very considerate and conscientious and even reached out to ask how to take out our trash. We'd definitely book her again. Thanks, Marisa!
Carly
October 27, 2025
Marisa was great! Very communicative, she sent me updates throughout the weekend and lots of pictures. The cats were happy, their area was all clean and food/water bowls filled when I got home. I will definitely be booking her again!
Diana
January 7, 2026
Everything went smoothly with Marisa. She was available for pre-meeting, responsive to any message, and took care of our furry ones exactly as planned, keeping us posted with pictures throughout the whole time. We recommend Marisa to anyone who loves their cats.
Ray
January 8, 2026
Marisa was super responsive, very accommodating and took great care of my little guy. She sent tons of pictures which made me feel connected and reassured during my time away.
Brett
December 27, 2025
Marisa was a great sitter for my little Nyx! Very easy to communicate with, sent details and pictures and went above and beyond to make sure Nyx got playing time and treats while I was away! Will be calling her again for future trips to check in on Nyx.
Joanne
December 31, 2025
Marisa was great! She has watched Your Honor twice now and both times everything has been perfect. She is very communicative and great with cats! We will definitely be booking with her again 😊
Aileen
February 26, 2026
Marisa was very communicative and took awesome care of my two cats. She did everything that was needed and provided amazing updates and pictures of my cats. I highly recommend her!!
David M
This month
Marisa was excellent! I knew our cat was in great hands. She always provided a few photos and took the time to play with our cat. would highly recommend!
Haley
December 28, 2025
Marissa was wonderful!! She kept our kitties happy and fed while we were away and always sent cute photos! Definitely recommend!
Kaya
This month
I felt very secure with Marisa taking care of my cat! She sent regular updates and was great with him.
Catriona
July 13, 2026
Marissa was great! she send photos every day and my cat loved her! I would highly recommend her services!
Tiffany
This week
Tom
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Brett
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Brett
August 3, 2026
Lauren
July 18, 2026
Marisa was fantastic as always!
Carly
July 12, 2026
Hannah
June 25, 2026
Brett
June 24, 2026
Lauren
May 19, 2026
Carly
May 3, 2026
Lauren
April 9, 2026
Lauren
March 11, 2026
Marisa is always fantastic, dependable, and very communicative!
Ariana
February 24, 2026
Lauren
January 23, 2026
Marisa is great! She takes excellent care of our girls and is reliable, communicative, and clearly loves cats. We will be booking her again very soon!
Brett
January 20, 2026
Morgan
December 23, 2025
Pete
December 9, 2025
Morgan
November 30, 2025
Carly
November 30, 2025
Marisa is super communicative and flexible with schedules! I know my cats are in good hands when I’m out of town with her!
Joanne
November 29, 2025
Jacob
November 29, 2025
Tiffany
October 13, 2025
Marisa was sooo amazing during our reservation her updates put me at ease and she just went above and beyond for every check in I can’t wait to have her cat sit again in the future my kitties loved her 💖
Meowtel
August 8, 2025
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