I'm Nathan
Big Human Man Cat Sitting
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Nathan is experienced with 2 types of medications
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I'm Nathan
Cat Sitting in Johnston, RI
I want to take what I've learned as a cat dad and share it with your cat family. I love giving cuddles, head scratches, playing, and most of all, talking with cats. And I love, love taking photos/videos to send to cat parents... Hello! My name is Nate and I want to thank you for considering me to care for your feline family. I have been catsitting with Meowtel since 2024 and it has been a wonderful experience that keeps getting better and better. Currently, at home we have Turtle and Tuukka, they bring comfort, joy and personality and are quintessential members of our family along with my wife and daughter.
I want to take what I've learned as a cat dad and share it with your cat family. I love giving cuddles, head scratches, playing, and most of all, talking with cats. And I love, love taking photos/videos to send to cat parents.
Outside of being a cat dad, I am an Administrative Assistant with 10+ years of experience. I believe being an Administrative Assistant also gives me the multi-tasking skills to manage all the needs of your kitty(ies) by following your instructions down to the detail. My schedule allows for morning and night visits every day and lunch time visits most days. Sometimes visits between 10am-4pm can be difficult during the week but I have a flexible schedule and can work with you to provide the visits you need.
I am located in Johnston and willing to travel to other Rhode Island towns and even parts of Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Please reach out of you have any more questions.
*Big Human Man is what we like to think the cats in our family call me*
Learn More About Nathan
What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
In 2026 I will be celebrating 2 years with Meowtel and I absolutely love it! The cats and the humans I've met so far has been tremendous and a great experience.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love giving cat parents the assurance that their family members are being cared for while they are away. I love sending updates and photos to show how their kitty is doing. I also love engaging with cats in the space in which they are comfortable with. I'm the stranger coming into their home and I want to respect their space, their temperament and their comfort level.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
This is probably an amalgamation of a few different reservations, but it's such a joy to give the shy kitties their space and to see them slowly grow in their trust of me and why I'm there. Some of the best cuddles and pet & purr sessions come from kitties that were at first shy and reclusive.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
We currently have one cat, Turtle, an almost 4-year old rambunctious kitty. We also live my parents and their cat, Tuukka.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
There is absolutely no shame in telling us cat sitters exactly how you want things done! You trust us to come into your homes and care for your fur babies and we don't take that for granted.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, including Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Nathan is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Sophie
This month
Nate was awesome from start to finish. During our initial meeting, he took notes and asked questions. While I was away, he sent detailed daily updates on meals, activities and included photos of my baby, Charlie. He brought in mail and made sure Charlie had fresh water in his filter and plenty of treats. This was my first time using Meowtel and only the second time in 4 years that I have left my cat for more that 5 days. I like Charlie to stay at home as he is shy and very bonded to me only. I feel confident that Charlie was well cared for and I would definitely reccommend Nate to friends and family.
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Rabia
March 6, 2026
Nathan was absolutely wonderful and took such good care of our cats through the blizzard despite the snow! We were able to enjoy our vacation because he was so dedicated. Can not recommend him enough!
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Jacqueline
January 11, 2026
Nathan always takes wonderful care of our kitty Nelson, and this time was no exception. Nathan sent plenty of (hilarious!) updates and photos of his adventures with Nelson, which we appreciated, and carefully followed our instructions. Unfortunately, Nelson had a little puke incident while we were gone, which Nathan (1) let us know about prompty, (2) did his best to clean up and (3) also amended his care to try to prevent further episodes. We felt bad about the inconvenience, but Nathan was really nice about it. I worry less about being gone when Nathan is around! 10/10, will continue to book again.
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Leonard
January 2, 2026
Nate was awesome all around. During our meet and greet, he took good notes, asked thoughtful clarifying questions, and read key details back to us. Before his first visit, we gave him an instruction sheet that he followed carefully. Some things had changed (e.g., our cat was wearing a cone), and he rolled with the punches without any issues. Nate was very consistent, as requested, about what time he visited our cat. He promptly sent full written reports after his visits. We got great pictures and videos during and after visits. We really appreciated the details in the daily updates. Nate also has a very gentle and caring presence. We expected it took take our cat one or two visits before he would let Nate handle him (or the cone he was wearing), but he was very comfortable starting from the first visit. Highly recommend Nate!
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Maddie
November 26, 2025
I’m SO glad to have found Nathan! He went above and beyond caring for our finicky girls, even moving a very heavy litter box to another room to accommodate a scared kitty who needed to be sequestered. He also dealt with numerous hairballs and other kitty conundrums during his visits, and never ever complained. Nathan is communicative, thorough, generous, and clearly loves cats. I highly recommend him!!
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Emily
January 3, 2026
Nathan did a great job! He took notes related to caring for our cat and executed those instructions daily. He provided timely, daily updates on each visit (pictures, videos and message) and overall communicated very well.
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Drop in visits rates
Nathan's is 15%
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
Nathan's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Nathan's is 20%
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
Nathan's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
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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.
Johnston 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!
Rating breakdown
Sophie
This month
Nate was awesome from start to finish. During our initial meeting, he took notes and asked questions. While I was away, he sent detailed daily updates on meals, activities and included photos of my baby, Charlie. He brought in mail and made sure Charlie had fresh water in his filter and plenty of treats. This was my first time using Meowtel and only the second time in 4 years that I have left my cat for more that 5 days. I like Charlie to stay at home as he is shy and very bonded to me only. I feel confident that Charlie was well cared for and I would definitely reccommend Nate to friends and family.
Rabia
March 6, 2026
Nathan was absolutely wonderful and took such good care of our cats through the blizzard despite the snow! We were able to enjoy our vacation because he was so dedicated. Can not recommend him enough!
Jacqueline
January 11, 2026
Nathan always takes wonderful care of our kitty Nelson, and this time was no exception. Nathan sent plenty of (hilarious!) updates and photos of his adventures with Nelson, which we appreciated, and carefully followed our instructions. Unfortunately, Nelson had a little puke incident while we were gone, which Nathan (1) let us know about prompty, (2) did his best to clean up and (3) also amended his care to try to prevent further episodes. We felt bad about the inconvenience, but Nathan was really nice about it. I worry less about being gone when Nathan is around! 10/10, will continue to book again.
Leonard
January 2, 2026
Nate was awesome all around. During our meet and greet, he took good notes, asked thoughtful clarifying questions, and read key details back to us. Before his first visit, we gave him an instruction sheet that he followed carefully. Some things had changed (e.g., our cat was wearing a cone), and he rolled with the punches without any issues. Nate was very consistent, as requested, about what time he visited our cat. He promptly sent full written reports after his visits. We got great pictures and videos during and after visits. We really appreciated the details in the daily updates. Nate also has a very gentle and caring presence. We expected it took take our cat one or two visits before he would let Nate handle him (or the cone he was wearing), but he was very comfortable starting from the first visit. Highly recommend Nate!
Maddie
November 26, 2025
I’m SO glad to have found Nathan! He went above and beyond caring for our finicky girls, even moving a very heavy litter box to another room to accommodate a scared kitty who needed to be sequestered. He also dealt with numerous hairballs and other kitty conundrums during his visits, and never ever complained. Nathan is communicative, thorough, generous, and clearly loves cats. I highly recommend him!!
Emily
January 3, 2026
Nathan did a great job! He took notes related to caring for our cat and executed those instructions daily. He provided timely, daily updates on each visit (pictures, videos and message) and overall communicated very well.
Jamie
December 28, 2025
Nate did a fantastic job caring for our 10 year old cat. Something I immediately appreciated was how Nate listened carefully and even took notes during the meet and greet. While we were away, his attention to detail helped make sure our grumpy little fur baby was comfortable and content!
Blanca
November 5, 2025
Nathan was amazing and we were so grateful to have him watch our kitties while we were away. His updates were always thoughtful and prompt, he shred pictures and videos and helped assure us all was well. My shy girl only made a few quick appearances while our big guy “supervised” Nathan. Thank you Nathan!
Jacqueline
December 14, 2025
I was so nervous to leave my babies for a 2-week work trip especially since one is almost 20 years old and requires medication. Nathan was very communicative and took amazing care of my babies while I was away! I would not hesitate to book him again!
Stacey
November 29, 2025
Nathan was amazing. He left messages and pictures after every visit which eased our concerns about the cats care and safety. He also brought in the mail and trash cans! I can't say enough about how happy and thrilled we are to have had him for our pets and have found an option should we leave again.
Greg
February 9, 2026
Our reservation with Nathan went very very well, we received daily updates and photos of how our cats were doing, and they seemed to really like his company. Nathan took notes of all the instructions from how to get into the house to what to feed the cats, and all went according to plan. If you’re ever looking for a cat sitter, you absolutely cannot go wrong with Nathan!
David
March 9, 2026
Nathan was great. He sent daily progress reports and took care of my little guys while I was away. Would definitely recommend booking him if you need someone. I would book him again if I wasn't moving to Florida at the end of the month.
Tina
December 26, 2025
GOAT status. Pleasant and communicative and also rescued my cat who had gotten stuck in my dresser
Nathan
September 9, 2025
Nathan was amazing! He watched our 3 elder cats (17 17, and 13) who require meds and are picky about how they eat. Not only was he patient with us/them, he took time to visit with each cat and give them loves after feeding. Nathan took thorough notes during our initial meeting and even when the meds changed by the time he watched our cats, he adjusted well and was more than happy to accommodate. Can’t recommend him enough!
Nicole
December 30, 2025
Nathan did a wonderful job caring for my two kitties over the holidays. He was kind, responsive, and very responsible, and I appreciated the thoughtful photo and video updates at each visit. My cats can be skittish, but he made them feel comfortable and safe. I would absolutely recommend him.
Nathan
September 27, 2025
Nathan’s the best. Had a last minute request and he accommodated us without issue even with a change to the normal medicine routine he was used to.
Dave
September 2, 2025
Nate was a great cat sitter. He was very patient with our cat who needed daily medication. We were nervous to leave them but he made us feel very comfortable.
Cintia
July 8, 2025
he communicates so well, makes sure to take notes of you and your cats preferences and sends great photos and videos of the kitties. he was also really gentile with my shy boy. I was a little nervous when I left but he really made me less stressed about leaving my cats.
Katie
June 22, 2025
Nate was a really amazing sitter, he gave such detailed recounts of his visits and I could tell he spent intentional time with my cats. Even my shy one liked him! Strongly recommend!
Aurora
April 27, 2025
Nathan made it so easy to schedule our cat sitting and was quick to respond. He gave tons of updates so I knew my two cats were in good hands while we were gone for the week. Couldn't ask for a better cat sitter!
Blanca
January 22, 2026
We are so grateful for Nathan! He is a wonderful cat sitter. My kitties appreciate being able to stay largely on their usual feeding schedule, get some attention and treats. Nathan sends many pictures, thorough updates and is extremely accommodating with any needs. Highly recommend!
Wolfie
February 8, 2025
I was worried about leaving my babygirl, Zotz, home without me or my partner for a week as she hasn’t been without us both for a very long time. She can tend to be shy meeting people in her space, but she really liked Nathan! He was fantastic with sending multiple photos and videos per visit, and in every one she was loving on him. It brought me so much peace of mind knowing that she was in such good hands
Jacqueline
November 30, 2024
Nate was fantastic! We were in a bind trying to find a petsitter for Nelson over Thanksgiving, but Nate stepped up and took wonderful care of our friend while we were away. Nate took careful note of Nelson's care during our meet and greet and confirmed them the day of his arrival. His updates were detailed, hilarious, and filled with cute pictures and videos. Nelson seemed very happy and content with his new friend! We will definitely be calling Nate the next time that we need a catsitter.
Alison
September 21, 2024
Nathan took great care of my cat while I was away. He had great attention to detail with his feeding plan and provided thoughtful updates with every visit. My cat is a shy guy and I thought he would hide the whole time. Nathan gave him space to come out on his own terms and by the third or fourth day my cat was out socializing with him. Very nice working with Nathan.
Ann
January 4, 2026
Nathan was kind, professional, and thorough. We had a lot of peace of mind while out of town. He took great care of our two cats and helped out with packages and trash cans when needed. 5 stars.
Jacqueline
March 31, 2025
Nathan always takes such great care of Nelson! His updates are detailed and full of fun photos, and our kitty Nelson always seems content. Even though I know Nelson misses us when we are away, I feel better knowing that Nathan is there to bro down with him :-)
Janice
December 14, 2025
Nathan took great care of my two cats while I was away. Reliable, attentive, and kept me updated—highly recommend
Alison
December 26, 2024
Second time booking with Nathan - once again everything was great! He has charmed my shy cat who now thinks he is a perfectly acceptable alternate human. Will definitely book again in the future!
Michele
December 25, 2024
Nathan was great! He even washed Mischa’s dishes! And Mischa loved him. The love bug that she is warmed right up to him & cuddled & purred with delight!
Katie
October 22, 2024
This was my first time using Meowtel. Nathan was terrific and took such great care of my cats while I was away. I appreciate his attention to detail and his extra attention in giving my cat Annie her medications. I had complete peace of mind while away knowing that my kitties were in good hands. I am grateful to have found Nathan and will be definitely recommending this service to others and I look forward to working with Nathan again. Thanks for everything!
Denise
November 30, 2025
Nathan was great with daily updates, videos and photos of our super senior kitty.
Andre
This month
Working with Nate has been great. He takes great care of my cat and is attentive to his needs. He is a great communicator, is detail oriented and a kind person. I feel assured that my cat is safe under his care. We are grateful for that.
Erika
This week
Nathan was absolutely fantastic with my cat, Martini. He was prompt, attentive, and genuinely caring—it was clear he truly loves what he does. I felt completely at ease knowing Martini was in such great hands. Highly recommend!
Phil
December 12, 2025
Nathan is awesome. he genuinely cares for my cats as if they are his own. He sends videos and photos and has such a great demeanor with them. I’m very fortunate to have Nathan as a sitter for us!
Tina
March 6, 2026
Nathan is amazing with my cats. even my shy kitties started to warm up to him.
Rebecca
December 6, 2025
Nate did a great job looking after my chatty girl, Perry, over the Thanksgiving holiday. He was friendly, had good communication, and followed all instructions. I would be happy to have him look after Perry again.
Sam
October 21, 2025
Nathan is the sweetest, to us and our 3 kitties! He’s super thorough and always shares lots of photos and details every day
Laura
August 16, 2025
I was so nervous about leaving my two cats, but thanks to Nate I didn’t worry at all while I was away! Nate gave them love and the care they need and made friends with them both, so fast! Even my boy who won’t even let my husband pet him! Nate was dependable and did everything we talked about perfectly. if you need a pet sitter, Nate should be your first choice! He genuinely loves and understands cats!
Caitlin
October 19, 2024
Nathan was an amazing find! His updates were super, he was easy to communicate with, and he managed to charm one of our two shy kitties (and I have no doubt that it’ll be both the next time we book him). Nathan is our number one choice, book him now!
Kayla
July 11, 2025
Nathan was consistent and patient even though Shadow hid most of the time.
Jacqueline
This month
I’m a repeat customer and know my furbabies are in excellent hands when I need to travel for work or personal reasons.
Kathleen
February 20, 2025
Nathan is a great pet sitter. He’s consistent and sends detailed updates. You can tell he really cares about his pets :) Highly recommend Nathan and definitely will book him again.
Jacqueline
This month
Nicole
This month
Jacqueline
This month
Emily
March 11, 2026
Tina
March 10, 2026
Nathan always talks amazing care of my cats
Jacqueline
March 9, 2026
Leonard
March 4, 2026
Another great set of visits!
Nicole
February 21, 2026
Ann
February 20, 2026
Phil
February 13, 2026
Phil
February 4, 2026
Phil
February 4, 2026
Tina
January 17, 2026
Phil
January 11, 2026
Phil
January 11, 2026
Sam
January 1, 2026
Wonderful! We highly recommend Nathan!
Blanca
January 1, 2026
Jean
December 29, 2025
Nicole
December 28, 2025
Alison
December 25, 2025
Jean
December 6, 2025
Nathan
December 5, 2025
Tyler
December 4, 2025
Elizabeth
November 30, 2025
Maddie
November 30, 2025
Shaquille
November 27, 2025
He was respectful with the cats and rules of the house. A responsive and kind sitter
Maggie
November 25, 2025
Alison
November 17, 2025
Nathan always does a great job and Smokey and Winnie are always happy to see him.
Elizabeth
November 7, 2025
Nathan was great. Excellent communication, he was patient and friendly to our shy and skeptical girl.
Kathleen
November 5, 2025
Nate is our go to cat sitter. He is wonderful to our cat and always a great communicator. He’s flexible and very caring.
Phil
October 22, 2025
Alison
September 20, 2025
Have booked with Nathan several times and he always takes great care of the cats!
Cullen
August 31, 2025
Joanne
August 24, 2025
Carolyn
July 29, 2025
Victoria
July 16, 2025
Cintia
July 10, 2025
Katie
July 9, 2025
Timothy
July 6, 2025
Nicole
July 2, 2025
Timothy
June 2, 2025
Marie
May 30, 2025
Victoria
May 27, 2025
Victoria
May 27, 2025
Michelle
May 6, 2025
Brett
April 28, 2025
Kathleen
April 24, 2025
Nate is amazing and we highly recommend . this is our third time using him for and we could not leave out kitty in better hands!
Victoria
April 21, 2025
Sarah
April 5, 2025
Priscilla
March 21, 2025
Caitlin
March 2, 2025
Alison
February 23, 2025
3rd time booking with Nathan - everything went great as always!
Timothy
February 12, 2025
Awesome - a great experience. Nate’s a legend and I really appreciate him taking care of Chadwick.
Timothy
February 12, 2025
Awesome - a great experience. Nate’s a legend and I really appreciate him taking care of Chadwick.
Brian
January 17, 2025
Sarah
January 10, 2025
Angel
January 3, 2025
Hannah
December 2, 2024
Nathan was a wonderful cat sitter and I would happily trust him with my fur babies in the future.
Sam
November 30, 2024
Caitlin
November 26, 2024
Aman
November 1, 2024
Aman
November 1, 2024
Kathleen
September 22, 2024
Nathan was amazing ! He provided great updates and details daily. if we needed anything , he was always flexible. Definitely would use Nathan again:)
Ian
August 13, 2024
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May 31, 2024
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