I'm Karuna
Fear Free Certified Petsitter Austin Tx
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Karuna is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Karuna
Cat Sitting in Austin, TX
Here are some of my favorite things to do with kitties:
-Sit with them and cuddle, of course.
-Brush their fur and give them skritches.
-Play with cat wand toys with them, or whatever their favorite toy is that gets them excited to play.
-Toss treats around so they can hunt.
-Rub their bellies (if they let me).
-Tell them about my day... Howdy! My name is Karuna and I've worked with animals almost all my life. I did petsitting as a teen, my first job was as a kennel assistant at a vet office, and I now work as a professional pet care provider and dog trainer. With all this experience, I can offer some of the best cat care in Austin, TX! I love kitties, and I know many cats need just as much care and attention as dogs or other animals. I'm not just a cat feeding service, I also love to give them cuddles, treats, and play time.
Here are some of my favorite things to do with kitties:
-Sit with them and cuddle, of course.
-Brush their fur and give them skritches.
-Play with cat wand toys with them, or whatever their favorite toy is that gets them excited to play.
-Toss treats around so they can hunt.
-Rub their bellies (if they let me).
-Tell them about my day. I'm sure they listen intently ;) This way they get used to the sound of my voice.
I've owned cats for about 9yrs, and my first two adopted babies were seniors, one of whom had hyperthyroidism. I've also had a diabetic kitty, and have cared for cats with various health issues, including needing fluids. So I'm familiar with giving meds orally, as well as through injections. If you need senior cat care, or care for cats with medical needs, I'm the catsitter for you.
Since I own my own business, I'm able to make my own schedule. The best time to book me is usually in the late morning/afternoon, but I'm flexible and will do my best to accommodate you and your cat's needs. For overnight catsitting, I usually limit my stays to 1-3 nights. But please reach out and check with me if you want to book a longer stay. I'm able to do in home petsitting for more nights than that, depending on the dates.
I'm excited to offer my catsitting services in Austin, and to get the chance to befriend your sweet pet while you're out of town or on vacation. Thanks for checking out my profile, and I hope you decide to book with me!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Karuna is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Jae
May 29, 2026
Karuna was great with my cats Kiri and Mika. I didn’t have anything to worry about. They are fear free certified which really convinced me that they were going to be great. During the meet and greet my cat Mika, who is very shy and hissy warmed up to them right away!
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Dennis
November 20, 2025
Karuna did an amazing job caring for our special needs cat! We had to travel suddenly due to a family emergency and she was able to help us feel better knowing our cat was in good hands. Thanks Karuna!
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Ryan
November 26, 2023
Karuna took excellent care of our two cats over Thanksgiving, both of whom are elderly and have special needs including medication. Karuna was patient and flexible as our schedule changed repeatedly at the last minute. They were very communicative and sent prompt, detailed updates and photos. They even became friends with our anxious dog in record time. We're grateful that we could leave our cats in capable hands. Thanks, Karuna!
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Kristen
May 13, 2024
Karuna took great care of my three cats while we were out of town. Feeding them isn't easy as they all have to eat separately and she's seen it all before and knew exactly what to do. She gave them treats and attention and made them feel loved which I really appreciate. Her updates through the app were fantastic and I enjoyed all the photos and details. So thorough and kind as well. Highly recommended!!!
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Allison
November 26, 2023
This was my first time trusting a sitter outside of friends and family and I couldn’t be more satisfied with Karuna’s care. During the visits, sent me pictures of my boys, updates on how much water/food they were consuming between visits and how they were behaving. During our meet & greet, Karuna took notes of my care instructions and was proactive with making sure she had everything necessary for a successful pet sitting. I look forward to trusting Karuna with the care of my boys in the future. :)
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Darcie
November 29, 2023
Karuna took amazing care of my cat while I was away for the holiday. She was super responsive and sent great pictures. He usually doesn't come out for strangers that quickly!
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Karuna'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
Karuna's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Karuna's is 30%
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
Karuna's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
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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!
Rating breakdown
Jae
May 29, 2026
Karuna was great with my cats Kiri and Mika. I didn’t have anything to worry about. They are fear free certified which really convinced me that they were going to be great. During the meet and greet my cat Mika, who is very shy and hissy warmed up to them right away!
Dennis
November 20, 2025
Karuna did an amazing job caring for our special needs cat! We had to travel suddenly due to a family emergency and she was able to help us feel better knowing our cat was in good hands. Thanks Karuna!
Ryan
November 26, 2023
Karuna took excellent care of our two cats over Thanksgiving, both of whom are elderly and have special needs including medication. Karuna was patient and flexible as our schedule changed repeatedly at the last minute. They were very communicative and sent prompt, detailed updates and photos. They even became friends with our anxious dog in record time. We're grateful that we could leave our cats in capable hands. Thanks, Karuna!
Kristen
May 13, 2024
Karuna took great care of my three cats while we were out of town. Feeding them isn't easy as they all have to eat separately and she's seen it all before and knew exactly what to do. She gave them treats and attention and made them feel loved which I really appreciate. Her updates through the app were fantastic and I enjoyed all the photos and details. So thorough and kind as well. Highly recommended!!!
Allison
November 26, 2023
This was my first time trusting a sitter outside of friends and family and I couldn’t be more satisfied with Karuna’s care. During the visits, sent me pictures of my boys, updates on how much water/food they were consuming between visits and how they were behaving. During our meet & greet, Karuna took notes of my care instructions and was proactive with making sure she had everything necessary for a successful pet sitting. I look forward to trusting Karuna with the care of my boys in the future. :)
Darcie
November 29, 2023
Karuna took amazing care of my cat while I was away for the holiday. She was super responsive and sent great pictures. He usually doesn't come out for strangers that quickly!
Emily
November 26, 2023
Karuna was excellent, and I plan to book her again. She was responsive and detail-oriented. She demonstrated professionalism and flexibility with me several times, as I initially forgot a few key things that I intended to leave out for her/our cat. She did a great job for us, and I highly recommend her services.
Celena
January 9, 2024
Karuna did an amazing job taking care of our car Ellie. She was quick to communicate and provide updates. It was such a relief to be able to go out of town knowing our little kitty was in safe and loving hands.
Katherine
November 15, 2023
Karuna drew out our shy senior cat and kept us informed of when she visited and what she did. She gave us great peace of mind while we were away.
Niamh
December 30, 2023
I would throughly recommend Karuna! Bandit was exceptionally well taken care of and it was great to come back to a happy kitty! She’s an absolute pro at taking care of your furry friends and contact couldn’t have been better! would not hesitate to book again!
Dennis
This week
Karuna did a great job watching over our special needs cat Shrimply!
Faraji
August 4, 2026
Faraji
July 22, 2026
Katherine
July 19, 2026
Quandra
April 12, 2026
Quandra
March 30, 2026
Dennis
January 20, 2026
Daniel
December 26, 2025
Karuna was amazing with our little guy. We have used her services before and cannot recommend her enough.
Allison
August 8, 2025
Raghav
May 23, 2025
Raghav
February 16, 2025
Raghav
January 2, 2025
Allison
December 26, 2024
Hali
December 20, 2024
Raghav
December 1, 2024
We are repeat clients of Karuna. Our kitties are always well cared for and we reccomend Karuna’s services for her professionalism and excellent care.
Hali
November 30, 2024
needed on short notice! responded quickly and was a life saver:):) Very thankful!
Amanda
November 12, 2024
Joshua
October 28, 2024
Emily
July 5, 2024
Kaitlin
June 25, 2024
Sujay
June 23, 2024
Karuna provided great care for my cat Jasper. She followed all instructions to a tee and provided daily updates with details. Looking forward to booking her in the future.
Kristin
May 13, 2024
Angelique
May 7, 2024
Raghav
April 28, 2024
Burhaan
March 30, 2024
Marc
January 4, 2024
Karuna did a great job taking care of my cat and sent detailed updates.
Ryan
December 30, 2023
Ryan
December 7, 2023
Marc
November 25, 2023
Karuna was responsive and took great care of my cat.
Chris
September 11, 2023
Meowtel
August 11, 2023
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