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Julia The South Philly Cat Lady

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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

Julia is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Julia The South Philly Cat Lady

I'm Julia

Cat Sitting in Philadelphia, PA

I’m Julia, a well-seasoned cat lady serving the South Philly area! I’m passionate about caring for cats - whether they’re my own, belong to friends/family/clients, orphans in shelters, strays on the street who need help getting home, or ferals who need food and shelter.

I have had cats of my own since kittenhood into their elderly years, and understand the different needs of each individual cat based on age, medical issues, and temperament. I’m a former PAWS volunteer, have rescued stray cats off the street and either reunited them with their...
I’m Julia, a well-seasoned cat lady serving the South Philly area! I’m passionate about caring for cats - whether they’re my own, belong to friends/family/clients, orphans in shelters, strays on the street who need help getting home, or ferals who need food and shelter.

I have had cats of my own since kittenhood into their elderly years, and understand the different needs of each individual cat based on age, medical issues, and temperament. I’m a former PAWS volunteer, have rescued stray cats off the street and either reunited them with their families if they could be found, or fostered and helped them find new loving forever homes. I also take care of feral cats in my alleyway, doing TNR and providing them with food, water, and shelters. I even have a cat cam set up to keep my eye on them! It’s a lot of fun, both entertaining and educational.

When I cat sit, I don’t just take care of the basics (feeding and litter box management) - I will give them lots of loving and playtime, all based on their individual needs. I make sure to spend time interacting with them so that they don’t feel lonely, and I will send pictures and videos with every visit so that you can see your babies are doing well at home!

I have a full time day job, so my availability for sitting on weekdays starts after 5:30pm. Any time on weekends is fine!

Learn More About Julia

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

I have been cat sitting for friends, family, neighbors, and clients for over a decade! It’s always a pleasure to meet and spend time with new kitties, and to provide them with the same level of care that I would want for my own.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love getting to know more kitties with their own unique personalities and quirks! I also like providing them with care and security while their owners are away.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I currently have a 17-year-old baby named Pippy! I have had her since she was a kitten. She is very sweet and has many demands in her older years, which I dutifully tend to! ☺️

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

It’s important for the cat to set the pace and not force anything on them. I will always extend my hand first for them to sniff before giving consent for petting. If they don’t even want to come close, I will just sit nearby and talk to them in a gentle voice to help them feel safe with me.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Foster Parent T-N-R Shelter Volunteer

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Cate

Cate

July 20, 2026

Julia was fantastic! My kitty is super shy and usually runs away from all new people, but I have never seen her warm up to a stranger so quickly. I recieved lots of photos and videos of my Josie and could tell she was having a lovely time! Julia also went above and beyond by bringing over a new toy for Josie, and she also helped out when a piece of our furniture fell out of the wall while we were gone. My cat had a wonderful time with Julia and I would definitely book her again!

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Tifani

Tifani

June 9, 2026

Julia was fantastic to our kitties! We have 3 of them and two very shy boys. She managed to capture all 3 in videos! Even Peekaboo who hid under a bed the entire time peeked out a little bit to see her. She even visited us beforehand to meet and greet with the cats and dropped our key off afterwards. Definitely plan on rebooking when we get the chance.

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Jessie

Jessie

September 6, 2025

Julia is amazing! A fellow cat lady and extremely knowledgeable :) She made fast friends with my typically more shy cat and was very gracious about having to clean up some poopcidents from my clingy mommas-boy cat who doesn't do well when I'm away for a longer time. She also went way way above and beyond with some little extras we asked of her (rolling out our trash bins, feeding our turtles, etc), as well as extras she did on her own (cleaning and refilling the water fountain which I had forgotten to do before our trip). I am so thankful and grateful for Julia's help and care-- if I could, I would give her more than 5 stars!

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Amanda

Amanda

July 14, 2026

Julia was incredible with my energetic boy. He adored her from the get-go during our meet and greet. He even let out a little meow at the door after she left like he was sad to see her go! She sent lots of adorable videos, and I could tell he was tired out from playing (in a great way!) by the end of her visita. I would definitely book with her again in the future!

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Stuti

Stuti

December 21, 2025

Julia was an absolutely phenomenal cat sitter, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. She watched our two cats for eight days, and from start to finish, she went above and beyond in every possible way. One of our cats is extremely shy, and Julia was so patient, gentle, and intuitive with her. It was clear she truly understands animals and knows how to earn their trust. Both of our cats adored her, and it was obvious they were completely spoiled, happy, and exceptionally well cared for while we were away. Julia sent us frequent updates with lots of photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind. She played with them daily using a variety of toys and really made the effort to keep them engaged and stimulated. Beyond caring for the cats, she handled everything that came up with total professionalism, such as bringing in our packages, managing a beeping CO detector without issue, and even salting our sidewalk during a snowstorm. We trust Julia completely and feel incredibly lucky to have found her. We will only be booking her from here on out. If you are looking for someone who will treat your pets like her own and care for your home with the same level of attention, Julia is truly exceptional.

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Kallie

Kallie

September 21, 2025

Julia was absolutely incredible! She went above and beyond to take care of our cats and manage other small issues that came up along the way at the house. She was prompt and responsive and managed to woo even our shy baby. I will absolutely book her again!

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Drop in visits rates

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$45.00 / 45min
$60.00 / 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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