I'm Sarah

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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

Sarah is experienced with 4 types of medications

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

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I'm Sarah

Cat Sitting in Austin, TX

Meow! Let's get to know each other! I'm the cat sitter for you because I...

- Enjoy learning a cat's unique personality and special needs, playing with, caring for them, and giving them lots of affection (or leaving them alone when they want that). My goal is to provide routine and calm. Both cats' and my own nervous systems appreciate this!

- Have years of experience cat-sitting for friends and clients. I have yet to meet a cat who didn't eventually warm up to me.

- Treat every animal as a one-of-a-kind creature, deserving of kindness, love, and respect.

- Am a homeowner and have helped clients with frozen pipes, hail damage, lock malfunctions and more while they were away...
Meow! Let's get to know each other! I'm the cat sitter for you because I...

- Enjoy learning a cat's unique personality and special needs, playing with, caring for them, and giving them lots of affection (or leaving them alone when they want that). My goal is to provide routine and calm. Both cats' and my own nervous systems appreciate this!

- Have years of experience cat-sitting for friends and clients. I have yet to meet a cat who didn't eventually warm up to me.

- Treat every animal as a one-of-a-kind creature, deserving of kindness, love, and respect.

- Am a homeowner and have helped clients with frozen pipes, hail damage, lock malfunctions and more while they were away.

- Am really good with details and following directions, and value the reciprocity of clear communication.

- Can administer meds and can learn quickly if you want to show me what works best for your cat.

- Work in healthcare and take health and safety seriously.

About me: I'm a proud cat-mom to two felines I adopted from local shelters. My other job is in people-care, but I believe cats are the absolute best pets on the planet, and I truly love learning their quirks and spending time with them whenever I can.

What's my availability?
- I'm available most mornings, (some midday depending on location), evenings and weekends for kitty care. *Please DM if you don't see what you need!*

I'm happy to do a complimentary meet and greet, and am looking forward to caring for your fur-babies!

Learn More About Sarah

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two kitties who've taught me everything I know named Biscuit and Saoirse (aka "Cheech"), pictured in the photos. Biscuit is a 12 year old very feisty and clingy queen. Cheech is 10 and has recently been trained to sit and loves belly rubs and eating everything (keeps me on my toes).

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Go with your gut! Hire the sitter that makes you feel the most comfortable, one you trust to follow your instructions, stay in communication and shower your kitties with love and attention. If you have a meet and greet and it doesn't seem like a good fit, go with a different sitter. The relationship has to work for everyone involved!

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I approach my role in your home like I would my own. I stay observant. If something seems off, I investigate and get in touch with the cat parent immediately. I scan for hazards in order to prevent issues, and notice/address any change in a cat's status or the home (like a hose left on, Christmas tree that needs watering, or a sticky door lock). I'll fix the problem and then let the cat parent know. I'm conscientious about following instructions. I ask questions- I want to make you and the cats happy! Whenever I leave the home I get a visual on every cat & double check lights and locks.

Are you usually available during holidays?

My availability varies- please message me on the app if you have any special scheduling questions so I can see what I can do!

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

Every cat communicates in their own way and my approach is to observe, remain available, and take my cues from them. Not every cat will become my best friend, but usually, given enough time, I earn head rubs and purrs from all my clients. 😻 Kitties express their needs and my job is to tune in and give them whatever they need, whether it's belly rubs or lots of space.


Medication Experience:

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

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Ashley

Ashley

July 18, 2023

Sarah took excellent care of my kitty, Ruthie. I came home to a very calm and peaceful little girl. She gave Ruthie her oral thyroid meds twice a day, and made sure she was fed and had fresh water. She also took care of my home, bringing in mail and turning off a water hose a neighbor had left running. She cared for Ruthie like she were her own kitty, and I will definitely request her in the future!

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Lisa

Lisa

August 30, 2024

Sarah was great. I have three cats and two of them take medicine regularly, one of those being an insulin injection. So it was important to schedule the timing of the visits every 12 hours. We had several visits before my trip so that my cats could get comfortable with her and to ensure that she would be able to successfully administer the meds. She stayed in clear communication with me during and surrounding the visits and took notes to get the details right. She sent lots of pictures and sent messages documenting what she had done through the visits. Though I was very stressed about having to leave for the trip, having her to rely on to take care of the cats really helped relieve some of my anxiety. I was worried that my return flight might get delayed and she was willing to be flexible and add additional visits in the event that occurred, but it wasn't necessary. I highly recommend Sarah for any cat sitting that you might need.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Response from Sarah

Thank you, Lisa! I hope to care for your trio again sometime soon!

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Rachel

Rachel

July 23, 2024

Sarah is my first cat-sitter that I've ever used and I've had a very great experience with her. She is very professional and respectful. She replies to messages very quickly and is thorough. Sarah sends lots of cute pictures of the cats as well as the food, water, and litter box so you can see for yourself how everything is going. My cats loved her. One of my cats who is more outgoing loved to get pets from Sarah. My other cat is very scared of people, but he got used to Sarah over time. She was the perfect person to be around my high-anxiety kitty. I am glad I chose her to take care of my cats and will ask her for her service in the future.

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Response from Sarah

Thank you very much, Rachel! I appreciate you and loved getting to know your kitties! Happy to sit again for them anytime!

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Ashley

Ashley

April 15, 2024

Sarah has cared for my cat Ruthie a few times now and she’s always my first choice when I go out of town. She’s great with medications and always sends thorough and thoughtful updates and photos. I so appreciate the care she shows Ruthie and can’t wait to have her again!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Response from Sarah

Thank you, Ashley! Love getting to sit for Ruthie!

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Katherine

Katherine

November 26, 2023

Sarah is the best!! I have actually quit another service in order to use her exclusively from now on because I was that impressed by her and prefer to have the same one person come to my house instead of multiple people (per the other service). She was punctual, caring, thorough, detail-oriented and had amazing communication throughout as well as follow-up after the visits were completed. She also sent super cute photos of my kitties on every visit that absolutely set my mind at ease while I was away. She went above and beyond taking care of several house tasks. 10/10 would trust her with my babies again! Thank you Sarah! 🐈❤️🐈‍⬛

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Sarah

Oh gosh thank you so much for your glowing review! Really means a lot to me. And thank you for telling me about the treats! I'm so sorry about that. Makes total sense. Noted for next time!

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Aenne

Aenne

November 25, 2023

Sarah is a fantastic sitter! I have never left my cats with anyone who wasn't family before and I felt completely confident and reassured with Sarah taking care of my cats. She was always very thorough and thoughtful with her updates and included lots of photos and videos. She was an active communicator and my cats were in the best hands, she even took care of my apartment while I was gone and brought in mail for me while I was away. Sarah will be my first call next time I head out of town!

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Response from Sarah

This is so incredibly sweet, thank you for taking the time to write a thoughtful and kind review. I'm grateful for your trust and thoroughly enjoyed Oslo and Mimzy! Happy to help out again anytime I can!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$30.50 / 20min
$47.00 / 45min
$61.50 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$97.00 / Overnight
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Drop in visits rates

$29.50 / 20min
$46.00 / 45min
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Calendar updated 11 days ago

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Schedule Constraints

Availability: M-F 6:15-8 AM, 12-2PM (depending on location) and 5:15-9 PM. Saturday and Sunday availability varies. ***Please reach out if you don't see what you need, let's talk!***

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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 $27.00. 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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