I'm Rachel

Rachel's Philly Kitty Tlc

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283 Reviews
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63 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

Rachel is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Rachel's Philly Kitty Tlc

I'm Rachel

Cat Sitting in Philadelphia, PA

My name is Rachel and consider me your kitty's new best friend! I recently returned to Philadelphia after 23 years in NYC, and my cat sitter experience has been for friends and colleagues over the years. Still somewhat heartbroken after losing my cat of 15 years, Mimi, I am not quite prepared to welcome a new feline family member into my home, but I am missing that furry face time and have plenty of love to share.

I am a quiet, patient presence, and believe that a cat's domain needs to be respected and, above all, that they should be given the love and...
My name is Rachel and consider me your kitty's new best friend! I recently returned to Philadelphia after 23 years in NYC, and my cat sitter experience has been for friends and colleagues over the years. Still somewhat heartbroken after losing my cat of 15 years, Mimi, I am not quite prepared to welcome a new feline family member into my home, but I am missing that furry face time and have plenty of love to share.

I am a quiet, patient presence, and believe that a cat's domain needs to be respected and, above all, that they should be given the love and devotion they deserve - or as much as they will tolerate from us! In addition, my attention to detail will ensure that your care guidelines are followed meticulously and you can rest easy while you travel.

I live and work from home in Center City, and Midtown Village, South Street, Bella Vista, Society Hill, Center City West, Rittenhouse Square, and Queen Village are all preferable as they are within walking distance, but I am flexible. My general availability is for lunchtime visits, evenings, and weekends (including stayovers).

I am fully vaccinated and will take all safety precautions such as washing my hands and wearing a mask. Video chat meet and greets are highly preferable, especially if a key doesn't need to be handed off.

I look forward to being your Kitty TLC provider!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Meghan

Meghan

October 23, 2025

Rachel went above and beyond this time. She helped me with an accidental food delivery while I was gone and cleaned up glass from a toppled picture frame! Her dedication to my Maxine’s safety and well-being is so thorough and thoughtful. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

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Laura

Laura

November 4, 2025

Rachel was amazing!! She sent detailed updates and wonderful photos during every visit. She took careful notes during our meet and greet, and while I was away she made it clear that she heard and followed each request. She is extremely dependable and clearly cares very much about her clients and their kitties!

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Heather

Heather

January 24, 2026

Rachel was fantastic! She was able to accommodate my emergency travel and sent me photos, videos, and updates on Jack’s overall wellbeing. It was so reassuring to know he was well taken care of in a very difficult time for me. I will definitely request her again.

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Nicole

Nicole

January 31, 2026

Rachel is amazing and I will keep saying that forever!! Our cats love her and you can really tell how passionate she is caring for them. Even with the snowstorm last week and our delayed flight, she was still offering to trek into the storm to ensure our cats were taken care of. I’d recommend Rachel to anyone!

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Rebecca

Rebecca

October 23, 2025

Rachel is the absolute BEST!!! Our meet & greet process was seamless. She provided pictures and updates every day, while following every direction correctly. She even went out of her way to create mind-enrichment games for the kitties. My cats loved her!!!!

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Amber

Amber

August 8, 2025

Rachel was wonderful with our scaredy cat, and actually got head bonks and scritches, which is saying something! She was very thoughtful and asked great questions to make sure she was doing everything we needed and how we do things. Great communication, extremely reliable. Highly recommend!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$27.00 / 20min
$45.00 / 45min
$62.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$75.00 / Overnight
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Drop in visits rates

$29.00 / 20min
$43.00 / 45min
$55.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$75.00 / Overnight
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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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  • Jill in Glenside (Erdenheim) serves the surrounding area. At home, Bloo and Gracie inspire her passion for rescues. With 15+ years of pet-sitting, she supports shy kitties and meds, including insulin injections plus eye/ear drops. Usually weekends and holidays, very fast replies, accepts new clients 🐱

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  • Santiago is a cat-loving dad in Philadelphia, PA, with Mia and Tito, brother and sister rescued in Philly 🐾. Background-checked and a speedy Sitter with very fast responses. Handles topical ointments, eye/ear drops, oral pills, and inhalers, plus brushing and nail clips.

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  • Matt in Collingswood, NJ is a cat dad with 20+ years’ hands-on care, plus foster experience with timid kittens. Very fast responses, usually available weekends and holidays, and accepts new clients. Skilled with topical ointments, eye/ear drops, and oral pills. clear communicator with daily photos, and clicker training on request. 🐾

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  • With 15 years of dedicated experience, this sitter treats every guest like their own. They are highly skilled in medication administration, including injections, and provide a calm, tidy presence. 🐾 Providing reliable care with a creative touch for your beloved companion. 🐱

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  • With a lifetime of experience, this sitter offers expert care including oral and topical medications. Known for building trust with shy cats, they create a calm home environment so your companion feels at ease while you are away. 😻🐾

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  • Leanne in Philadelphia’s Fishtown is a foster cat mom through ACCT and a patient “cat whisperer” with her 7-year-old Miso. They’re background-checked, very fast to respond, offer overnight visits, weekends, and holiday care, and handle topical ointments, eye/ear drops, and pills. 😻

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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 $25.00. 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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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)