I'm Colleen

Professional Cat Lady Vet Tech

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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

Colleen is experienced with 6 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers

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Professional Cat Lady Vet Tech

I'm Colleen

Cat Sitting in Philadelphia, PA

Hi, I'm Colleen! I have been working with cats for over 20 years as a professional veterinary technician. I am also a long time foster volunteer with various city animal welfare associations specializing in kitties with medical needs and newborn kittens. I am very used to cats with complex medical needs, as well as cats of all personalities as I encounter both on a da... Hi, I'm Colleen! I have been working with cats for over 20 years as a professional veterinary technician. I am also a long time foster volunteer with various city animal welfare associations specializing in kitties with medical needs and newborn kittens. I am very used to cats with complex medical needs, as well as cats of all personalities as I encounter both on a daily basis. I pride myself in my attention to detail, as well as my ability to know how to "speak cat". I love interacting with all kinds of cats...from the love bugs to the slightly harder to win over 😉. As I come from a veterinary background, I welcome clients with special needs and will work with you to specialize the best care plan for your cat while you are away.

Learn More About Colleen

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Easy question...the cats obviously! But I also like building relationships with my clients and knowing that they are a little less anxious being away from their loved ones when they are with someone they trust.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have four kitties myself: Kaiju the one eyed tabby, Dr Beverly Crusher a grey and white foster fail, Wicket a smush faced mix with no toes, and Chirpa...the one normal one!

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

I typically like to talk via Meowtel chat first to make sure we're a good fit and that I can accommodate your needs (if your cat needs insulin at certain times of the day for example). I'm happy to talk with you about myself and I definitely want to hear about your kitties! If we are a match, I usually schedule a meet and greet so you can show me around and get to know me, as well as go over any routines, locations of supplies, etc.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer Vet Tech

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Michelle

Michelle

October 27, 2025

Colleen is our favorite kitty sitter! She sends the cutest pictures and perfect updates everyday! My two fur guys love her (and her treats and pets and brushes) so much! We will continue to book again and again!

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Lindsey

Lindsey

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Andrea

Andrea

July 18, 2025

There is no one better to trust to care for your fur baby then Colleen! She is highly experienced with cats of all ages with any health or behavior issue. Colleen is highly passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of animals & as a skilled, long time veterinary nurse, your cat will be in great hands!

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Steve

Steve

July 18, 2025

I’ve never in my life met a more competent person to take care of someone’s pet. I go to her with all of my pet care questions. She has worked with or cared for animals her whole life. I’d trust her with my pet’s life any day.

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Meowtel

Meowtel

July 18, 2025

Colleen is a background-checked cat sitter in the Philadelphia area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$22.00 / 20min
$35.50 / 45min
$46.50 / 60min

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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.

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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 free 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 free Meet & Greet!

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