I'm Alex

Alex's Whisker Watching Cat Care

5.00
29 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
5 Repeat clients
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20+ Meowtel reservations completed
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Meowtel Sitter for 1+ year
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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

Alex is experienced with 2 types of medications

Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Alex's Whisker Watching Cat Care

I'm Alex

Cat Sitting in Austin, TX

Hi! 👋 Alex here! I can't remember a time where I didn't share life with a cat - from birth on, they've been my furry companions!

I know how important pets are to you and how uneasy you can feel when you're away from them. I know this becaus...
Hi! 👋 Alex here! I can't remember a time where I didn't share life with a cat - from birth on, they've been my furry companions!

I know how important pets are to you and how uneasy you can feel when you're away from them. I know this because I feel the same way when I leave my kitty babies behind from time to time. Let me put your mind at ease by taking the best care of them while you're away. I'll follow you and your cat's lead on the care they need and treat them like my own.

Learn More About Alex

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

My current kitty companion is Shebie, a 3-year old tabby, who I rescued from the woods as a kitten. My senior cat, Cozmo, just recently passed after 19 amazing years together (he had been with me since I graduated high school).

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

First, I want to know what you'd like out of the cat-sitting experience. I'm here to put your mind at ease! Ideally, I would love to do a meet and greet first to foster familiarity and get acquainted with one another.

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

It's all about patience, slow movement, and a reassuring voice. And the occasional treat never hurts. My cat, Shebie, is very timid and skittish, so I have direct experience with cats who are a bit on the anxious side. Above all, I'll take you and your kitty's lead on how best to make them feel as comfortable as possible. It's all about building trust in the unique ways your cat responds to.


Medication Experience:

Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

5.00
29 reviews
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Attention to Detail
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Communication
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Tidiness
Katherine

Katherine

March 22, 2026

Alex was a fantastic sitter! She worked to gently find my very shy kitties to make sure they were ok, which helped me feel at ease and able to enjoy my vacation :) She communicated excellently with us, and was very thorough in caring for the kitties needs.

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Susan

Susan

June 2, 2026

Alex is super nice and made me feel at ease about leaving my cat at home while on vacation. My cat is shy with strangers but Alex really made her feel comfortable. Alex sent pictures daily and a few videos. Great experience overall!

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Madelyn

Madelyn

March 25, 2026

Alex was wonderful! She seemed to genuinely enjoy our cat as much as the cat enjoyed her visits. Came home to a happy camper. We loved the photo/video updates. Would definitely recommend her, and will be returning clients, for sure.

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Roman And Charlotte

Roman And Charlotte

November 10, 2025

Alex is consistently responsive and attentive. We’ve had to deal with flight delays a few times and asked her to extend her sit last minute and she never hesitated.

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Diane

Diane

February 26, 2026

Alex was great, she sent updates with pictures and videos and I really appreciated that! I’d definitely use her again.

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Meghan

Meghan

July 20, 2025

Alex was totally amazing with our shy boys. She won their affection with calm and patience, respected their comfort zones, and became besties with them in under a week! She sent pics and vids, and was great about communicating updates every day. She's definitely the one for us!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$27.14 / 20min
$38.44 / 45min
$53.00 / 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.

Austin 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!

5.00
29 reviews
5.00 From $27.14